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15-Day Safari Itinerary: Southern Kenya
Below is a look at our latest journey through Tsavo, Amboseli, Naivasha, and the Maasai Mara This trip through southern Kenya was one of our most immersive safaris to date. We designed it to showcase a wide range of accommodation styles, and we traveled at a slower pace than most itineraries to really savor each…
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10-Day Safari Itinerary: Northern + Central Kenya
Are you planning a trip to Kenya? Trying to decide where to go and how to structure your safari? Below is a detailed breakdown of how we spent 10 days in northern and central Kenya, traveling through some of the country’s most remote, wildlife-rich, and conservation-focused destinations. This itinerary showcases a side of Kenya that feels…
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Best Binoculars For Safari: My Optic Gear Guide
When it comes to safari optics, I’ve learned that great glass can completely change your wildlife viewing experience. Over countless safaris across South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and even deep into the Pantanal of Brazil, I’ve refined what I bring into the field. What I bring always comes down to precision, reliability, and optical performance. Recently, I put…
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Plan Your Trip to Glacier National Park (2026)
Glacier National Park is the place I know best. I was born and raised just outside of the park, and have spent years exploring it across seasons, hiking its trails, overnighting in accommodations, working with local guides, and learning all its logistics. This page is designed to be a one-stop resource for planning your Glacier…
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5-Day Itinerary: Pantanal Safari
By Jeff Hyer (Safari Travel Advisor) If you’re dreaming of a wildlife experience that feels raw, remote, and deeply authentic, Brazil’s Pantanal belongs at the top of your list. This vast wetland, one of the largest tropical wetlands on Earth, is the ultimate destination for spotting wild jaguars in their natural habitat. I recently returned from a 5-day, 4-night safari…
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Wildlife Tour with Ecotour Adventures – Grand Teton National Park
Are you curious about joining a guided wildlife tour in Grand Teton National Park? I have just the recommendation for you. This post is about my recent experience on a guided wildlife tour with Ecotour Adventures. Based in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Ecotour Adventures offers guided day tours, sunrise safaris, sunset wildlife tours, and even multi-day expeditions…
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7-Day Botswana Safari Itinerary
Are you dreaming of a Botswana safari? If you’ve ever wanted to glide through the Okavango Delta in a mokoro, track wildlife on foot, or experience the magic of the Chobe River, this 7-day itinerary will give you a taste of it all. I recently returned from an incredible week in Botswana, where I stayed…
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