Safari
Everything you need for your first safari—or your tenth.
Inspiration
How Young Is Too Young for Kids to Go on an African Safari?
A two-week trip to Kenya with a baby and a kindergartener seemed like a wild venture even before the game spotting began.
By Tanveer Badal
Safari
Top 15 Resorts in the Rest of Africa: Readers’ Choice Awards 2024
Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top resorts and safari camps in Africa outside of East Africa and South Africa.
Wellness & Spas
After Relying on a Wellness Regimen, a Safari Taught Me When to Let Go
One writer balances the anxiety around departing from at-home routine with the joy of being open to experiences and the need to flexible while traveling.
By Todd Plummer
Safari
In Botswana, New Camps Are Bringing Guests Even Closer to Nature
This crop of understated camps in and around the Okavango Delta gives travelers a no-frills wildlife experience.
By Lisa Grainger
How African Bush Camps is Taking Safari Guiding to a Whole New Level
Every year, this premier Black-owned safari company closes its lodges and holds a two-week retraining program for its guides--we got to tag along.
By Jesse Ashlock
This Tour Company Brings Travelers—and Their Glamping Gear—Closer to National Parks
Glamping experiences? Near national parks? Here's how the tour operator American Safari Camp makes it all happen.
By Todd Plummer
An Expedition in the Okavango Delta Showcases Botswana's Magnificence—and Vulnerabilities
On a trans-Okavango journey, writer Alex Postman meditates on questions of conservation.
By Alex Postman
The Joy of a Secret Wedding in the South African Bush
We skipped the traditional wedding ceremony for an adventure-filled trip for two.
By Emma Pearson
In Saudi Arabia, Tourism Is Being Used as a Force for Restoring Biodiversity
How nature-centric travel supports Saudi Arabia's ambitious conservation efforts—from restoring the Arabian leopard to rewilding its deserts.
By Adam H. Graham
Tips & Advice
Safari
How to Safari in South Africa
South Africa offers everything you're looking for in a first-time safari, but planning can still get overwhelming. We've got you covered.
By Laura Dannen Redman
Safari
The Ultimate Safari: Seeing the Great Migration in Kenya and Tanzania
The iconic phenomenon sees 1.5 million wildebeest sweep through East Africa on an annual, 1,200-mile cycle.
By Sophy Roberts
African Safari Inspiration
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5 Safari-to-Beach Trips to Book
The only thing more important than the safari is where you'll unwind when it's over.
By Mary Holland
Safari
In the Okavango Delta, Horseback Safaris Offer a Whole New Perspective
Gallop alongside giraffes, warthogs, and more on a riding safari in Botswana's Okavango Delta.
By Maggie Shipstead
Safari
We Went on a Meerkat Safari and Loved It
They say dynamite comes in small packages, and for meerkats this certainly rings true.
By Mary Holland
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A Multi-Day Walking Safari Is the Best Way to See Kenya's Wildlife
It's also a more sustainable model that benefits animals and locals alike.
By Mary Holland
Safaris Around the World
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How to Go On a Canadian Safari
If you journey to the further reaches of British Columbia, Manitoba, and the Yukon you’ll be surrounded by grizzly and polars bears, whales, moose, and caribou.
By Celeste Moure
Safari
8 Best Places to See Wildlife in the U.S.
There won't be any lions, but the U.S. has some pretty mighty wildlife of its own.
By Tyler Moss
Safari
The Ultimate Arctic Expedition
Anthony Doerr traveled to the top of the world in search of the ultimate getaway. In the frozen wonderland of the Canadian Arctic, he camped on a four-foot-thick sheet of ice, jumped over frigid waters, and tracked the mythic narwhal.
By Anthony Doerr
Safari
Seeking a Different Kind of 'Big Five' on a Jet Ski Safari
What is a Jet Ski safari, exactly? On a trip to Langkawi, Malaysia, we hit the throttle to find out and met up with monkeys, eagles, dolphins, and the hidden sides of mysterious islands.
By Cynthia Drescher
Safari Gear
Shopping
African Safari 101: What to Pack (And What to Leave Behind)
For starters? Bring earth-toned clothing, bug spray, and good binoculars.
By Bridget Hallinan
Couples Travel
11 Gifts for Newlyweds Going on a Safari Honeymoon
All the neutrals they probably forgot to register for in the excitement of honeymoon-planning.
By Stephanie Wu
National Parks
The Best Plus-Size Outdoor Gear for Women
From leggings to climbing harnesses.
By Jenny Bruso
Shopping
The Most Comfortable Brands to Wear on a Long-Haul Flight
From cozy cashmere to semi-professional sweats.
By Andrea Cheng and Madison Flager
Shopping
The Best Safari Luggage
You'll need to leave your smart suitcase at home.
By Mara Balagtas and Lale Arikoglu
Safari
What to Pack for a Safari
Getting it right is harder than you think.
By Mara Balagtas and Andrea Whittle
Shopping
6 Accessories to Turn Your Phone Into the Ultimate Travel Camera
Packable smartphone accessories for solo travelers, adventure seekers, and aspiring photographers.
By Kelsey Glennon
Safari Lodges
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The Best New Safari Camps and Lodges
Whether because of where they opened (parks you've never heard of, former no-go countries) or why (a fierce commitment to community and conservation), this year's best camps and lodges are changing the safari landscape.
By CNT Editors
Our Favorite Safari Lodges
Xigera Safari Lodge
$$$ | Botswana, Okavango Delta, Moremi Game ReserveA swish and sustainable living gallery in the remote Moremi Game Reserve.Readers Choice Awards
Hot ListPowered By: ExpediaWilderness Vumbura Plains
$$$ | Botswana, Okavango Delta, LechomosA contemporary retreat perched on decks over the floodplain from which to watch the ebb and flow of life on the Okavango Delta.Readers Choice Awards
Gold ListPowered By: Book now with Wilderness DestinationsSingita Sasakwa Lodge
$$$ | Tanzania, Grumeti,This collection of camps within one vast private reserve gives you a front-row seat to the migration.Readers Choice Awards
Gold ListPowered By: SingitaandBeyond Phinda Private Game Reserve
$$$ | South Africa, Phinda Private Game Reserve,Six lodges, one 70,000-acre reserve in eastern South Africa, where you have incredible access to the Big Five and their babies.Readers Choice AwardsPowered By: andBeyondSingita Sabora Tented Camp
$$$ | Tanzania, Grumeti Game Reserve,Singita’s newest property is the apex of safari under canvas.Readers Choice Awards
Gold List Hot ListWilderness Safaris Abu Camp
Botswana, Okavango Delta,An elephant sanctuary from Wilderness Safaris that has luxury perks like star-gazing beds and private decks with lagoon views.Angama Safari Camp
$$$ | Kenya, Maasai Mara, Ngiro-are RoadThis nomadic tented camp from Kenya’s design-centric Angama Mara is its access to nature in a year when that felt more vital than ever.Hot List
Safari
On Safari in South Africa and Botswana, Seeing Myself in My Father for the First Time
After years spent drifting apart, traveling together gave us the opportunity to rebuild.
By Scott Bay
Wellness & Spas
Inside Luxury Safari Operator Singita's New Holistic Wellness Approach
On a trip to South Africa's Kruger National Park, Mary Holland experiences a feast for the senses.
By Mary Holland
Safari
No Safari Is Complete Without a Night Game Drive—Here Are 10 of the Best
From Botswana to the Amazon, when the sun sets, the action of the animal kingdom is only getting started.
By Stephanie Vermillion
Safari
The New Business Traveler: Camp Yoshi's Rashad Frazier on Making the Most of a Scouting Trip to Tanzania
We take a look at how interesting people with fascinating jobs are traveling for work right now.
By Matt Ortile
Safari
Why Zambia’s Safaris Are Finally Getting Their Due
With its focus on eco-tourism efforts like bird's nest–style lodging, silent safaris, and smaller camps, Zambia may finally have its time in the safari spotlight.
By Jackie Caradonio
Hot List
The Best New Hotels in Australia and Asia: 2023 Hot List
The most exciting new openings in travel, from the fresh-faced hotels we’d plan a trip around to boundary-pushing dining, museums, and more.
By CNT Editors
Iconic Itineraries
From Stone Town to the Serengeti, Exploring the Vastness of Tanzania
On her first trip to Africa, Saumya Ancheri finds renewal in one of its safari capitals.
By Saumya Ancheri
Shopping
Safari Outfit Ideas to Pack When You Finally Take That Dream Trip
What to wear on game drives, around camp, and during dinner.
By Mara Balagtas and Andrea Whittle
Safari
These Unexpected Kenya Destinations Have Wildlife Encounters Without Any of the Crowds
Here's where to go when everyone else is at Giraffe Manor.
By Ali Wunderman
Inspiration
A Local’s Guide to Botswana
Safari guide Florence Kagiso on the staggering beauty of her home country.
By Erin Florio
Women Who Travel
Kenya’s First Female Hot Air Balloon Pilot on Wildlife Encounters and Guiding Celebs
Based in Masai Mara National Reserve, Captain Joyce Beckwith shares her story.
By Mazuba Kapambwe
Safari
Amangiri's Safari-Style Camp in Utah Is the Escape We Need
With travelers focusing on the domestic and the remote, luxury brand Aman has picked a perfect time to launch its first tented camp, in the wilds of Utah.
By Rebecca Misner
Safari
With Safari Tourism on Hold, Locals and Animals Are at Risk
Here's how you can help from home.
By Mary Holland
Safari
I’m a Safari Guide—And Coronavirus Will Change the Future of Safaris
The closing of camps impacts more than just the guides—it’ll change animal behavior and attract poachers, too.
By Ashlea Halpern
Safari
From Eco-Resorts to Safari Lodges, These Hotels Are All About Sustainability
These four properties reflect and give back to the destinations they showcase.
By Mark Ellwood
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Inspiration
The Perfect Place to Go for Every Milestone Birthday
Mark major milestones in the perfect destination, whether you're turning 21 or 80.
By Rachel Chang and Kat Chen
Places to Stay
The Best Hotels in Iceland, From Rural Lodges to Reykjavik Boutiques
Browse our guide to the best hotels to stay in across the country.
By Erika Owen and James Taylor
News & Advice
The Grand Egyptian Museum in Giza Is Partially Open—Here's How to Visit
The museum houses the world's largest archaeological collection and visitors are finally getting to see much of it, after more over a decade of anticipation.
By Nada El Sawy
Air Travel
The Best Places to Eat at Doha's Hamad International Airport
From traditional Qatari snacks to designer cafés.
By Rachel Morris
How to Become a Flight Attendant
Our flight attendant columnist breaks down the competitive hiring process, from the application to the multi-week training program.
By Niccolo Serratt
Dakar, Senegal, Is the Best Destination You Don't Have on Your List Yet
Vivienne Dovi sets out to explore all that Dakar has to offer as a black woman solo traveling.
By Vivienne Dovi
The 12 Best Movie Theaters in New York City
Los Angeles makes the movies, but New York is the best place to watch them.
By Charlie Hobbs and Kat Chen
13 Best River Cruise Itineraries to Book in 2025
These stunning river cruises will whisk you through Colombia, Egypt, Cambodia, and beyond.
By Paris Wilson