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Apr 01, 2025
What’s the Best Safari in Africa for You?
Looking for the best safari in Africa? We’ve been perfecting ours since we started running them in 1981. No matter how you want to see the wildlife, we have…
Mar 26, 2025
Advice from Tanzanian Staff: Insider Tips for a Perfect Trip
Guests can attest that Thomson brings the magic of Tanzania to life! The dedicated team in Boston, MA handles the logistics and planning while the expert crew on…
QUIZ: Can you guess which animals make these sounds?
On safari, you’ll hear a symphony of brays, chuffs and roars everywhere you go–who knew the call of the wild was such a ruckus? And when you travel with…
Jan 29, 2025
Rose, Thorn, Bud: Three Generations on Safari
Guide Babu, Joel, Sunny, Guide Protas, Beatrice, Brian, Brad, Huntley, Pepper, Guide Stan, Amalia, Winn, Vivienne For the Cody family, a recent safari transcended mere vacation; it blossomed into an…
Jan 10, 2025
How to Prepare Your Kids for Safari
A family safari is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that sparks curiosity and wonder in children. The magic of seeing wild animals up close, learning about different cultures, and marveling at the…
Sweet Potato Soup Recipe
From the first spoonful, you’ll notice how well Thomson Safaris’ Nyumba Camp chefs have combined the savory components, such as the onion, garlic, and rosemary, to complement the earthy notes of…
Creamy Coconut Soup Recipe
This flavorful coconut soup recipe is one of our favorites–and it comes directly from Thomson’s camp chefs in Tanzania! Flavored stock and coconut milk form the…
Dec 19, 2024
Top Photos & Videos from 2024
The Leopard & Tommie Kudos to Thomson guide Seph for capturing this memorable moment in the Serengeti. Kilimanjaro Celebration How does it feel to trek to the Roof…
Nov 26, 2024
Support Women’s Empowerment, Health, and Education in Tanzania This Giving Tuesday
This Giving Tuesday, we’re proud to shine a light on the transformative work of Focus on Tanzanian Communities (FOTZC), Thomson Safaris’ sister non-profit organization. For over 25 years, FOTZC has partnered…
Nov 20, 2024
When is the ‘Best’ Time to Safari in the Serengeti?
Is there a best time to safari in the Serengeti? Depends! What people consider “best” is a matter of preference regarding weather, wildlife and travel season. Let’s break…
Sweet Potato & Veggie Curry Soup Recipe
Cooked with care in the Thomson camps kitchens, this guest-favorite curry is a soothing remedy to winter’s chill. A medley of sweet potatoes, potatoes, mushrooms and butternut squash soak up…
Nov 06, 2024
What to Expect on a Green Season Safari
Travel in the off-season anywhere in the world, and you’ll be rewarded with the usual perks like fewer crowds and affordable prices. Safaris in the green season provide these…