The Journal
Stories from the field
Planning guides, migration updates, and field notes from our guides.
March 2, 2026 · 6 min read
When to See the Great Migration: A Month-by-Month Guide
Over a million wildebeest move in a giant clockwise loop through the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem every year. Here's how to time it.
February 18, 2026 · 5 min read
Machame, Marangu or Lemosho? Choosing Your Kilimanjaro Route
Each route up Africa's tallest mountain offers a different balance of scenery, difficulty and summit success rate.
January 22, 2026 · 4 min read
Planning a Family Safari That Actually Works for Kids
Shorter drives, the right lodges, and a few simple rules make the difference between a safari kids tolerate and one they never forget.
December 10, 2025 · 5 min read
Beyond the Big Five: A Morning with the Maasai
The parks get the postcards, but Tanzania's living cultures are just as extraordinary — and far too often skipped.