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East Africa
The cradle of humanity.
East Africa conjures images of endless grasslands alive with wildlife, where predators stalk herds of antelope beneath golden skies. The Serengeti, with its iconic Great Migration of wildebeest and zebras, epitomizes the region’s breathtaking allure, but its treasures extend far beyond these plains.
At the Kenya-Tanzania border, Mount Kilimanjaro rises above the savanna, its snow-capped peak an awe-inspiring backdrop to Amboseli National Park, famed for its herds of elephants often seen silhouetted against the mountain. Kenya’s Northern Frontier, encompassing the rugged landscapes of Samburu and Laikipia, harbors rare species like Grevy’s zebras, Somali ostriches, and reticulated giraffes, uniquely adapted to semi-arid conditions.
In Uganda and Rwanda, the misty Virunga Volcanoes cradle the last remaining mountain gorillas. Trekking through the dense forests of Volcanoes National Park or Bwindi Impenetrable Forest offers a once-in-a-lifetime chance to observe these gentle giants in their natural habitat
Tanzania holds even more wonders. The Selous Game Reserve (now part of the Nyerere National Park) preserves a sense of wildness reminiscent of early safaris, its waterways and woodlands brimming with hippos, crocodiles, and wild dogs. Olduvai Gorge, often called the “Cradle of Humankind,” reveals archaeological finds that tell the story of our earliest ancestors. Meanwhile, the Ngorongoro Crater offers a microcosm of East African ecosystems, sheltering abundant wildlife in a setting of unparalleled beauty.
East Africa’s magic lies in its diversity, from volcanic peaks and lush forests to sunlit plains and ancient landscapes, each offering a distinct and unforgettable adventure.
Front row at the Great Migration. Choose your seat carefully.
Watching and Waiting
Maasai Mara NR, KENYA
1° 25’ 0” S / 34° 55’ 0“ E
– W. C. Fields
“Reminds me of my safari in Africa. Somebody forgot the corkscrew and for several days we had to live on nothing but food and water.”
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40 yrs
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Roosevelt’s 1910 East African Dream Safari
On March 23, 1909, just days after leaving the White House, the former President and his son, Kermit, sailed from New York on a yearlong Smithsonian-sponsored scientific hunting expedition to East Africa. The American public eagerly followed the exploits of “Teddy,” their popular former President, as monthly installments were published in Scribner’s Magazine, one of the expedition’s underwriters. When these essays were published in African Game Trails, in 1910, it became the top selling book in the United States and was chosen book of the year by the New York Times. Introducing the term “safari” in the first chapter, Roosevelt awakened the American public to the wonders of East Africa through his vivid descriptions of his exploits and created the foundation of today’s safari tourism.
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Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
02° 09′ 25″ S / 34° 13′ 08″ E
