Know Before You Go
Whether you're traveling to witness the Great Migration or just want to learn more about Kenya, peruse this array of helpful resources. Our wildlife guides, packing tips and safari stories will give you a true taste of wild Africa. The links below open each article in a new tab.
Travel Tips
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about Kenya or Tanzania? We've got answers! We've compiled a list of our most frequently asked questions about African wildlife, weather and more.
Wildlife Guide
Learn about elephants, rhinos, regal predators, wildebeest and other wildlife you may encounter on your East Africa safari.
African Wildlife Trivia
Take our African safari wildlife quiz to put your knowledge to the test, then share it with your family and friends to see who knows the most about life on the savanna!
Kenya Weather & Climate
Find out the typical weather conditions in Kenya during the dry and rainy seasons.
Packing List
We’ve made a comprehensive list of all the clothing and gear you’ll want to pack so you'll be well prepared for your East Africa safari.
Travel Stories & Articles
Kenya Migration: The Full Circle of Life
—By Dain Lewis
As we set out on our first game drive of The Great Kenya Migration Safari, we didn’t expect that we would witness the full circle of life within the first...
Family Ties on a Kenya Migration Photo Safari
—By Nick Grossman
Something that stood out during my Kenya Migration Photo Safari was the presence of family connection throughout so many aspects of our nature...
Six Fascinating Facts About the Wildebeest Migration Across the Serengeti
—By Chris Kassar
Imagine enormous herds of wildebeest and zebra traversing the East African plains while predators...
10 Things to Take On Your Africa Safari
—By Wendy Worrall Redal
Are you planning an African safari? You’ll no doubt be consulting detailed packing lists that advise you to bring various essentials such as binoculars...
Avid photographer? Put your camera down (sometimes)!
—By Wendy Worrall Redal
Most serious adventure travelers take pleasure and pride in documenting their exploits through...
Kenya or Tanzania: Which to Choose?
—By Elissa Poma
Natural Habitat Adventures and WWF offer migration-oriented tours to both Tanzania and Kenya. But which to choose? During migration season in Tanzania...
Why a Great Safari Guide Makes All the Difference
—By Wendy Worrall Redal
As afternoon edged toward sunset in the private game reserve, our guide slowed the Land Rover to a halt as he studied the ground on the side...
