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Everything you need for your first safari—or your tenth.

The Best Places to Go in Africa in 2026
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The Best Places to Go in Africa in 2026

For ancient medinas, unspoiled archipelagos, and safaris without the crowds.
Top 15 Resorts in the Rest of Africa: Readers’ Choice Awards 2025
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Top 15 Resorts in the Rest of Africa: Readers’ Choice Awards 2025

Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top resorts and safari camps in Africa outside of East Africa and South Africa.
Editor's Letter: The Hotels We Fall in Love With Again and Again
Places to Stay

Editor's Letter: The Hotels We Fall in Love With Again and Again

Introducing Condé Nast Traveler's 2025 November issue, plus the 38th annual Readers' Choice Awards.
On a Weeklong Tiger Safari, Big Cats and Conservation Go Hand in Hand
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On a Weeklong Tiger Safari, Big Cats and Conservation Go Hand in Hand

After reinventing snow leopard expeditions in northern India, Behzad Larry has set his sights on changing the narrative around the country's most famous feline.
Finding a Profound Sense of Quiet On a Trekking Safari in the Serengeti

Finding a Profound Sense of Quiet On a Trekking Safari in the Serengeti

No game drive vehicles, no cell service, no crowds. On a four-day walking and fly-camping trip in one the Park's protected wilderness zones, Rebecca Misner discovers the joy of totally disconnecting.
Go on Safari With Your Friends

Go on Safari With Your Friends

That big bucket list trip? You don't need to save it for a honeymoon.
How We Spent Our Family Vacation: A Nine-Day Safari in Botswana

How We Spent Our Family Vacation: A Nine-Day Safari in Botswana

Where a family of seven relaxed in hammocks, flew over the Delta, and exhilarated in thrilling wildlife encounters.
The Best New Safari Camps of 2025

The Best New Safari Camps of 2025

From five-bedroom retreats with jaw-dropping views across the Serengeti to opening deals on luxury lodging in Zambia's Valley of Leopards.
The Most Romantic Places in the World

The Most Romantic Places in the World

For private island getaways, stargazing, gondola rides, and so much more

Tips & Advice

Why Your First Safari Should Be in Botswana
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Why Your First Safari Should Be in Botswana

Especially if it's your only safari.
How to Safari in South Africa
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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.
How to Visit Rwanda in a Week
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How to Visit Rwanda in a Week

Wildlife is thriving in Rwanda's national parks.
The Ultimate Safari: Seeing the Great Migration in Kenya and Tanzania
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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.

African Safari Inspiration

5 Safari-to-Beach Trips to Book
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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.
In the Okavango Delta, Horseback Safaris Offer a Whole New Perspective
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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. 
We Went on a Meerkat Safari and Loved It
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We Went on a Meerkat Safari and Loved It

They say dynamite comes in small packages, and for meerkats this certainly rings true.
A Multi-Day Walking Safari Is the Best Way to See Kenya's Wildlife
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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.

Safaris Around the World

How to Go On a Canadian Safari
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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. 
8 Best Places to See Wildlife in the U.S.
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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.
The Ultimate Arctic Expedition
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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.
Seeking a Different Kind of 'Big Five' on a Jet Ski Safari
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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.

Safari Gear

African Safari 101: What to Pack (And What to Leave Behind)
Shopping

African Safari 101: What to Pack (And What to Leave Behind)

For starters? Bring earth-toned clothing, bug spray, and good binoculars.
11 Gifts for Newlyweds Going on a Safari Honeymoon
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. 
The Best Plus-Size Outdoor Gear for Women
National Parks

The Best Plus-Size Outdoor Gear for Women

From leggings to climbing harnesses.
The Most Comfortable Brands to Wear on a Long-Haul Flight
Shopping

The Most Comfortable Brands to Wear on a Long-Haul Flight

These clothing brands offer comfort and style at 35,000 feet.
The Best Safari Luggage
Shopping

The Best Safari Luggage

You'll need to leave your smart suitcase at home.
What to Pack for a Safari
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What to Pack for a Safari

Getting it right is harder than you think.
6 Accessories to Turn Your Phone Into the Ultimate Travel Camera
Shopping

6 Accessories to Turn Your Phone Into the Ultimate Travel Camera

Packable smartphone accessories for solo travelers, adventure seekers, and aspiring photographers.

Safari Lodges

The Best New Safari Camps and 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.
This Tour Company Brings Travelers&-and Their Glamping Gear&-Closer to National Parks
National Parks

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.
An Expedition in the Okavango Delta Showcases Botswana's Magnificence&-and Vulnerabilities
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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.
The Joy of a Secret Wedding in the South African Bush
Destination Weddings

The Joy of a Secret Wedding in the South African Bush

We skipped the traditional wedding ceremony for an adventure-filled trip for two.
In Saudi Arabia, Tourism Is Being Used as a Force for Restoring Biodiversity
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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.
Travel Firsts: A Tanzanian Safari With My Toddler in Tow
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Travel Firsts: A Tanzanian Safari With My Toddler in Tow

It was as wild as you’d imagine. But was it worth it?
Lewis Hamilton on Sitting (Very) Still With Mountain Gorillas
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Lewis Hamilton on Sitting (Very) Still With Mountain Gorillas

The Formula One racing driver looks back on a life-altering journey through Africa.
There’s a Word for How We’re Feeling as Travelers&-and This Is It
Inspiration

There’s a Word for How We’re Feeling as Travelers—and This Is It

How to travel better in a world where we all feel weighed down by solastalgia.
Sleeping Under the Stars on a Mobile Safari Through Botswana
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Sleeping Under the Stars on a Mobile Safari Through Botswana

In the wilds of Botswana, one writer gets up close to the power—and vulnerability—of its wildlife.
This Wheelchair-Accessible Safari in South Africa Should Be the Future of Adventure Travel
Adventure

This Wheelchair-Accessible Safari in South Africa Should Be the Future of Adventure Travel

Ximuwu Lodge offers the first wheelchair-accessible safari in South Africa and ensures that watching wildlife is a privilege that can belong to everyone.
In Mozambique, Marine Conservation Has Helped Shape a Different Kind of Safari
Inspiration

In Mozambique, Marine Conservation Has Helped Shape a Different Kind of Safari

The East African nation has prioritized the health of its coastline—a step that has given rise to new ways of experiencing it.
On Safari in South Africa and Botswana, Seeing Myself in My Father for the First Time
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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.
Inside Luxury Safari Operator Singita's New Holistic Wellness Approach
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.
No Safari Is Complete Without a Night Game Drive&-Here Are 10 of the Best
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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.
The New Business Traveler: Camp Yoshi's Rashad Frazier on Making the Most of a Scouting Trip to Tanzania
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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.
Why Zambia’s Safaris Are Finally Getting Their Due
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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. 
Editor's Letter: Yes, Travel Can Be For Escape and Personal Growth
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Editor's Letter: Yes, Travel Can Be For Escape and Personal Growth

Introducing Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 January/February issue, featuring our 32nd annual Gold List of editor-favorite hotels.
Inside Blackberry Mountain’s Art-Centered Approach to Wellness
Wellness & Spas

Inside Blackberry Mountain’s Art-Centered Approach to Wellness

Numerous high-end resorts are adding art therapy to their programming. As writer Maria Yagoda finds out, it's all about letting go.
Exploring the Role of Human Connection in Modern Wellness
Wellness & Spas

Exploring the Role of Human Connection in Modern Wellness

With loneliness on the rise worldwide, health-minded resorts are leaning into the power of friendship.
The Gold List 2026: Best Hotels and Resorts in Mexico, Central, and South America
Gold List

The Gold List 2026: Best Hotels and Resorts in Mexico, Central, and South America

Our global editors across four continents share their favorite places to stay.
The Best Hotels and Resorts in the US, Canada, and the Caribbean: The Gold List 2026

The Best Hotels and Resorts in the US, Canada, and the Caribbean: The Gold List 2026

Our global editors across four continents share their favorite places to stay.
The Best Hotels and Resorts in Asia: The Gold List 2026

The Best Hotels and Resorts in Asia: The Gold List 2026

Our global editors across four continents share their favorite places to stay.
The Best Hotels and Resorts in the World: The Gold List 2026

The Best Hotels and Resorts in the World: The Gold List 2026

Our editors across the globe share their favorite places to stay.
The Gold List 2026: The Top Hotels and Resorts in Australia and Oceania

The Gold List 2026: The Top Hotels and Resorts in Australia and Oceania

Our global editors across four continents share their favorite places to stay.
The Best Hotels and Resorts in Europe and the UK: The Gold List 2026

The Best Hotels and Resorts in Europe and the UK: The Gold List 2026

Our global editors across four continents share their favorite places to stay.