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!
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.
October 28, 2025
There are few wildlife experiences in the world that rival the awe of coming face-to-face with a mountain gorilla in its natural habitat. Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park, cloaked in mist and framed by rugged volcanic peaks, is home to these gentle giants and offers a wildlife adventure unlike any other.
October 28, 2025
While the Masai Mara is undoubtedly one of Kenya’s most famous safari destinations, the country is home to a wealth of hidden gems that deserve equal attention. For travellers looking to venture off the beaten path and explore Kenya’s diverse landscapes and rich wildlife.
September 17, 2025
Tucked into Rwanda’s eastern frontier, Akagera National Park has quietly re-emerged as one of East Africa’s most remarkable conservation stories. Once devastated by decades of war and encroachment, Akagera has been reborn, a transformation driven by ambitious restoration and a commitment to coexistence.
September 17, 2025
Far from the well-trodden trails of the Serengeti lies a landscape shaped by rivers, forests, and floodplains - a vast wilderness where nature dictates the rhythm of life. Welcome to Nyerere National Park, the beating heart of southern Tanzania and a place where the safari experience feels utterly untamed.
August 31, 2025
Tanzania is renowned for its incredible safari experiences, and while many think of the Serengeti or Ngorongoro Crater, there is another equally spectacular park that often flies under the radar - Tarangire National Park. Known for its vast baobab trees, rich wildlife, and especially its large elephant herds.
August 31, 2025
While Tanzania is best known for its Big Five safaris and cinematic migrations, its true feathered treasure lies in the skies, wetlands, forests, and lakes. With more than 1,100 recorded bird species, the country is a quiet powerhouse of avian diversity.
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.
October 28, 2025
There are few wildlife experiences in the world that rival the awe of coming face-to-face with a mountain gorilla in its natural habitat. Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park, cloaked in mist and framed by rugged volcanic peaks, is home to these gentle giants and offers a wildlife adventure unlike any other.
October 28, 2025
While the Masai Mara is undoubtedly one of Kenya’s most famous safari destinations, the country is home to a wealth of hidden gems that deserve equal attention. For travellers looking to venture off the beaten path and explore Kenya’s diverse landscapes and rich wildlife.
September 17, 2025
Tucked into Rwanda’s eastern frontier, Akagera National Park has quietly re-emerged as one of East Africa’s most remarkable conservation stories. Once devastated by decades of war and encroachment, Akagera has been reborn, a transformation driven by ambitious restoration and a commitment to coexistence.
September 17, 2025
Far from the well-trodden trails of the Serengeti lies a landscape shaped by rivers, forests, and floodplains - a vast wilderness where nature dictates the rhythm of life. Welcome to Nyerere National Park, the beating heart of southern Tanzania and a place where the safari experience feels utterly untamed.
August 31, 2025
Tanzania is renowned for its incredible safari experiences, and while many think of the Serengeti or Ngorongoro Crater, there is another equally spectacular park that often flies under the radar - Tarangire National Park. Known for its vast baobab trees, rich wildlife, and especially its large elephant herds.
August 31, 2025
While Tanzania is best known for its Big Five safaris and cinematic migrations, its true feathered treasure lies in the skies, wetlands, forests, and lakes. With more than 1,100 recorded bird species, the country is a quiet powerhouse of avian diversity.
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.
October 28, 2025
There are few wildlife experiences in the world that rival the awe of coming face-to-face with a mountain gorilla in its natural habitat. Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park, cloaked in mist and framed by rugged volcanic peaks, is home to these gentle giants and offers a wildlife adventure unlike any other.
October 28, 2025
While the Masai Mara is undoubtedly one of Kenya’s most famous safari destinations, the country is home to a wealth of hidden gems that deserve equal attention. For travellers looking to venture off the beaten path and explore Kenya’s diverse landscapes and rich wildlife.
September 17, 2025
Tucked into Rwanda’s eastern frontier, Akagera National Park has quietly re-emerged as one of East Africa’s most remarkable conservation stories. Once devastated by decades of war and encroachment, Akagera has been reborn, a transformation driven by ambitious restoration and a commitment to coexistence.
September 17, 2025
Far from the well-trodden trails of the Serengeti lies a landscape shaped by rivers, forests, and floodplains - a vast wilderness where nature dictates the rhythm of life. Welcome to Nyerere National Park, the beating heart of southern Tanzania and a place where the safari experience feels utterly untamed.
August 31, 2025
Tanzania is renowned for its incredible safari experiences, and while many think of the Serengeti or Ngorongoro Crater, there is another equally spectacular park that often flies under the radar - Tarangire National Park. Known for its vast baobab trees, rich wildlife, and especially its large elephant herds.
