Travel Africa 108 (Pre-sale)

Attenborough on Africa
We take a moment to appreciate Sir David Attenborough’s enduring relationship with Africa over the years.

Botswana: Picture this
Bella Falk joins a specialist photographic tutorial tour in Botswana to see if it will in fact improve her photos.

Kenya: Into the far northern frontier
Peter Muiruri heads to the Chalbi Desert on a bonding trip with his son, and discovers a region of Kenya that is surprising and dramatic — with a lot more to interest the intrepid traveller than you might expect.

South Africa: A food-lover’s inside guide to Cape Town
As if Cape Town didn’t already have everything going for it, it also boasts a dynamic food scene that speaks to the history and vibrancy of the city. Iain Harris gives you a taste of what to expect.

Namibia: “They’re just lions”
But are they? Anthony Ham has spent years researching and writing about lions across Africa. Here, he discusses his fascination with Namibia’s remarkable rugged prides.

Zimbabwe: The nuances of time on safari
On safari among iconic species, it can be easy to miss the small details that make the experience so special. On a visit to Hwange and Mana Pools, Siobhan Grogan explains why it’s so important to consciously, fully immerse yourself.

Zambia: Lower Zambezi accommodation guide
Lower Zambezi National Park is one of Africa’s most beautiful, rewarding national parks. But where best to stay? Susie McIntyre is here to help, with her reviews and the low-down on most tourist lodgings available.

Malawi: Forest bathing in Nkhotakota NP
It may not be as well-known as other Malawian parks, but Nkhotakota has a unique character, providing a great place to escape to and thrive on simply being in nature. Helge Bendl makes the case for its inclusion in your next itinerary.

Madagascar: Mad about Masoala
Looking for a standout safari at the heart of Mada’s exotic wildlife? Denis Costello knows just the place…

Gabon: Casting a spell
Andrew Taric goes fly-fishing and gorilla trekking in this little-visited gem of a destination.

Along the dusty road
Years of driving around Africa taught Anton Crone that the charm that draws us to Africa’s warm heart lies in the villages and in roadside encounters one enjoys when going with the flow.

Tanzania: The unique appeal of Dar es Salaam
Mary Fitzpatrick offers a resident’s insight to this often overlooked city, looking at what makes it tick and giving some tips on surprising things to do.

Plus our regular Indaba, Conservation and Safari sections

**This issue will be published in May**