THE LEADWOOD BLOG
THE LEADWOOD BLOG
THE LEADWOOD BLOG
Come with us on thrilling journeys through East Africa
Our blog page shares stories of the experiences you can expect when travelling with us on thrilling journeys through of some of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations. Featuring breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and rich cultural experiences, the blogs also offer valuable insights and tips for planning unforgettable safari adventures.
So, come with us on a literary adventure as we take you from the vast plains of the Masai Mara and Serengeti and the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro to the volcanoes of Rwanda and the pristine beaches of Zanzibar, and beyond! Expect captivating stories, stunning photography, and practical advice on everything from safari itineraries and wildlife spotting to accommodation options and cultural encounters.
Enjoy the read!
Our blog page shares stories of the experiences you can expect when travelling with us on thrilling journeys through of some of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations. Featuring breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and rich cultural experiences, the blogs also offer valuable insights and tips for planning unforgettable safari adventures.
So, come with us on a literary adventure as we take you from the vast plains of the Masai Mara and Serengeti and the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro to the volcanoes of Rwanda and the pristine beaches of Zanzibar, and beyond! Expect captivating stories, stunning photography, and practical advice on everything from safari itineraries and wildlife spotting to accommodation options and cultural encounters.
Enjoy the read!
March 18, 2026
When people think of primate experiences in East Africa, mountain gorillas often come to mind first. The chance to spend time with these remarkable animals in the forests of Rwanda is one of the most celebrated wildlife encounters in the world. Yet the region’s forests hold far more than gorillas alone.
March 18, 2026
A safari is often described through its wildlife. Lions on the plains, elephants moving through acacia woodland, or a leopard resting in the shade of a tree. Yet behind almost every memorable sighting is someone who made that moment possible. A great safari guide does far more than drive a vehicle.
February 17, 2026
As the African sun dips below the horizon, a quiet transformation occurs across the savannah. The heat of the day fades, and the landscape is bathed in silver moonlight. While daytime safaris reveal the grandeur of elephants, giraffes, and lions, night drives open the door to a secret world of nocturnal life.
February 17, 2026
One of the most powerful things about travelling through East Africa is how dramatically the landscape changes. A single journey can move from vast open plains to misty mountain forests, from volcanic highlands to palm-lined shores. These shifts are not just visual.
January 22, 2026
One of the most common questions we’re asked when planning an East African safari is deceptively simple – when is the best time to go? In reality, East Africa doesn’t follow a single safari season. Instead, it moves through a series of seasonal shifts, shaped by rainfall, altitude and wildlife movement.
January 22, 2026
Across the sweeping savannahs of southern Kenya and northern Tanzania, the Maasai have lived alongside wildlife for centuries. Their presence is inseparable from the land itself. To travel through Maasai country is not simply to move through a wildlife landscape.
December 9, 2025
A safari is a magical adventure for the whole family, offering a chance to experience wildlife, nature, and culture together. Children and teenagers can be captivated by the rhythms of the bush, the thrill of spotting elephants, lions, and giraffes, and the stories of the ecosystems around them.
December 9, 2025
Few creatures in the East African wilderness spark as much fascination and fear as the spotted hyena. Often dismissed as scavengers or portrayed as villains in popular culture, these remarkable animals are far more complex than the stereotypes suggest.
November 29, 2025
There is something almost magical about stepping into the African bush. The vast open plains, the gentle rustle of leaves, and the quiet presence of wildlife create a natural sanctuary that is impossible to replicate anywhere else.
November 29, 2025
For many first-time travellers to East Africa, the promise of seeing the Big Five is what captures the imagination. Lions on the prowl, elephants crossing dusty plains, rhinos grazing quietly in the distance – these are the images that define a classic safari.
March 18, 2026
When people think of primate experiences in East Africa, mountain gorillas often come to mind first. The chance to spend time with these remarkable animals in the forests of Rwanda is one of the most celebrated wildlife encounters in the world. Yet the region’s forests hold far more than gorillas alone.
March 18, 2026
A safari is often described through its wildlife. Lions on the plains, elephants moving through acacia woodland, or a leopard resting in the shade of a tree. Yet behind almost every memorable sighting is someone who made that moment possible. A great safari guide does far more than drive a vehicle.
February 17, 2026
As the African sun dips below the horizon, a quiet transformation occurs across the savannah. The heat of the day fades, and the landscape is bathed in silver moonlight. While daytime safaris reveal the grandeur of elephants, giraffes, and lions, night drives open the door to a secret world of nocturnal life.
February 17, 2026
One of the most powerful things about travelling through East Africa is how dramatically the landscape changes. A single journey can move from vast open plains to misty mountain forests, from volcanic highlands to palm-lined shores. These shifts are not just visual.
January 22, 2026
One of the most common questions we’re asked when planning an East African safari is deceptively simple – when is the best time to go? In reality, East Africa doesn’t follow a single safari season. Instead, it moves through a series of seasonal shifts, shaped by rainfall, altitude and wildlife movement.
January 22, 2026
Across the sweeping savannahs of southern Kenya and northern Tanzania, the Maasai have lived alongside wildlife for centuries. Their presence is inseparable from the land itself. To travel through Maasai country is not simply to move through a wildlife landscape.
December 9, 2025
A safari is a magical adventure for the whole family, offering a chance to experience wildlife, nature, and culture together. Children and teenagers can be captivated by the rhythms of the bush, the thrill of spotting elephants, lions, and giraffes, and the stories of the ecosystems around them.
December 9, 2025
Few creatures in the East African wilderness spark as much fascination and fear as the spotted hyena. Often dismissed as scavengers or portrayed as villains in popular culture, these remarkable animals are far more complex than the stereotypes suggest.
November 29, 2025
There is something almost magical about stepping into the African bush. The vast open plains, the gentle rustle of leaves, and the quiet presence of wildlife create a natural sanctuary that is impossible to replicate anywhere else.
November 29, 2025
For many first-time travellers to East Africa, the promise of seeing the Big Five is what captures the imagination. Lions on the prowl, elephants crossing dusty plains, rhinos grazing quietly in the distance – these are the images that define a classic safari.
March 18, 2026
When people think of primate experiences in East Africa, mountain gorillas often come to mind first. The chance to spend time with these remarkable animals in the forests of Rwanda is one of the most celebrated wildlife encounters in the world. Yet the region’s forests hold far more than gorillas alone.
March 18, 2026
A safari is often described through its wildlife. Lions on the plains, elephants moving through acacia woodland, or a leopard resting in the shade of a tree. Yet behind almost every memorable sighting is someone who made that moment possible. A great safari guide does far more than drive a vehicle.
February 17, 2026
As the African sun dips below the horizon, a quiet transformation occurs across the savannah. The heat of the day fades, and the landscape is bathed in silver moonlight. While daytime safaris reveal the grandeur of elephants, giraffes, and lions, night drives open the door to a secret world of nocturnal life.
February 17, 2026
One of the most powerful things about travelling through East Africa is how dramatically the landscape changes. A single journey can move from vast open plains to misty mountain forests, from volcanic highlands to palm-lined shores. These shifts are not just visual.
January 22, 2026
One of the most common questions we’re asked when planning an East African safari is deceptively simple – when is the best time to go? In reality, East Africa doesn’t follow a single safari season. Instead, it moves through a series of seasonal shifts, shaped by rainfall, altitude and wildlife movement.
January 22, 2026
Across the sweeping savannahs of southern Kenya and northern Tanzania, the Maasai have lived alongside wildlife for centuries. Their presence is inseparable from the land itself. To travel through Maasai country is not simply to move through a wildlife landscape.
December 9, 2025
A safari is a magical adventure for the whole family, offering a chance to experience wildlife, nature, and culture together. Children and teenagers can be captivated by the rhythms of the bush, the thrill of spotting elephants, lions, and giraffes, and the stories of the ecosystems around them.
December 9, 2025
Few creatures in the East African wilderness spark as much fascination and fear as the spotted hyena. Often dismissed as scavengers or portrayed as villains in popular culture, these remarkable animals are far more complex than the stereotypes suggest.
November 29, 2025
There is something almost magical about stepping into the African bush. The vast open plains, the gentle rustle of leaves, and the quiet presence of wildlife create a natural sanctuary that is impossible to replicate anywhere else.
