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Ideas, seasonal insight and safari inspiration from the Shishi Footsteps planning desk.

Desert-adapted wildlife: what makes a Namibia safari different

Desert elephants, oryx, rhino and the spare beauty of Namibia’s wildlife, and how we plan around it.

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When to visit Namibia: cool dry months, dunes and desert golf

The best months for Etosha, Sossusvlei and Damaraland, plus how weather shapes a Namibia road or fly-in safari.

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Okavango journal: water, mokoro time and private concessions

What an Okavango Delta safari feels like, from mokoro channels and private concessions to seasonal flood timing.

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Chobe elephants and the dry-country side of Botswana

Chobe’s elephant herds, river safari days and how they sit beside the Okavango and the Makgadikgadi on a Botswana journey.

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When to visit Botswana: flood season, dry rivers and quiet luxury camps

Botswana safari seasons explained, from Okavango flood months to Chobe’s dry-season elephants.

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Kenya Through Your Senses: A Safari Beyond the Photographs

A sensory journey through Kenya — from the Maasai Mara to the Rift Valley, captured through moments that stay with you.

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The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Luxury Safari in East Africa

A complete guide to planning a luxury safari in East Africa — when to go, where to stay and how to choose the right destinations.

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