The news about birds colliding with aircraft in midair can send shivers down your spine especially when your traveling plans are underway. Second to turbulence, it is one of the hazards in the aviation industry. Thousands of birds collide with aircraft every year resulting in injuries and damages. On June 18 this year, a Virgin…
The Nairobi National Museum is a place of discovery, learning, and reminiscence. It is a quick stop to understand Kenya’s diverse culture, history, wildlife, and art. Certainly, it’s one of the best places to visit in Nairobi, even when connecting to other tourist destinations. The museum has an extensive display of different animals including the…
A Spanish tourist has been killed by elephants in South Africa after leaving the car to take photographs of the herd. The 43 year old man was visiting Pilanesberg National Park with his fiancee and two other people when the attack happened. From the police report, the tourists had been driving around before they spotted…
Super tuskers roam freely in Kenya’s Amboseli National Park but do not know what awaits when they cross to neighboring Tanzania where trophy hunting is licensed. I feel bewildered as to why some people have the desire to kill rare and valuable wildlife for personal pleasure. Hunting is illegal in Kenya, but in Tanzania, it’s…
Forget about the famous Great Migration, where about 2 million wildebeest, zebras, and antelope trek in an enormous loop every year between Tanzania’s Serengeti and Masai Mara in Kenya. The world’s largest land mammal migration has been confirmed in South Sudan. This is according to an aerial survey of wildlife conducted by African Parks and…
Taking great photos during a safari is the best way to create lasting memories of the places you visited. You don’t have to be a professional photographer to capture beautiful close-up photos of animals in your adventure. I have a few tips here that will help you fulfill this desire. 1. Invest in a quality…
Jacob and his brother Tibu have made a record-breaking swim across the predator-infested waters of the Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda. This treacherous move was inspired by a desperate search for female lions. Unbelievably, one of the lions has only three legs. The nearly mile-wide (915-meter) channel connecting two lakes is filled…
One of the easiest ways to connect between Nairobi and Mombasa is via the SGR. Train runs daily between these two major cities in Kenya offering passengers convenient and comfortable rides. Madarak Express, the passenger and freight services, is operated by the Kenya Railways Corporation. Booking a ride on SGR can be done online, at…
Birds of prey are not only an attraction but an important part of our ecosystem. Since they primarily feed on meat, it helps regulate the population of their prey. Raptors also clean up the environment and stop the spread of dangerous pests and diseases when they eat carrion. I paid a visit to The Kenya…
Mosquitoes can turn a peaceful night into a horrible experience. Not only can they disrupt your sleep but their bites also transmit diseases including Zika virus, West Nile virus, dengue fever, and malaria. Here are effective ways to prevent mosquitoes from biting you while on a safari. 1. Use DEET-based mosquito repellent Mosquito repellent is…