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 25, 2024

Meet Safari Camp Chef Rebeka Maronde

Ever wonder who is behind those delectable meals on safari? Meet Chef Rebeka Maronde, a rising star in the Tanzania culinary scene. She is one of the many top chefs…

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 perks…

Chickpea Soup Recipe

This aromatic, spice-rich soup is Moroccan themed, yes, but the recipe comes directly from Thomson’s camp chefs in Tanzania! Chickpeas form the base, followed by a kaleidoscopic parade…

Oct 14, 2024

Beneath the Stars: Embracing the Magic of Safari Nights

Just south of the equator, night and day hold equal sway over the Serengeti. The horizon recaptures the sun around 6pm each day and the park gates are shut, but…

Sep 21, 2024

10 Reasons Why You Should Visit Zanzibar After a Safari or Trek

It’s no wonder why travelers choose Zanzibar after their Tanzanian safari or trek. White sand beaches, gorgeous weather and a vibrant cultural legacy make this island paradise a must-see.

Sep 18, 2024

What Makes a Cheetah So Fast?

The spectacle of a cheetah running at full speed is art; the anatomy and physique facilitating its speed and agility is genetic engineering at its best. How fast…

Sep 17, 2024

3 Amazing Places to See Elephants in Tanzania

The sun hangs low in the sky, and everything feels like it’s starting to slow down in the Serengeti when you notice that the Land Rover is stopping near a…

Sep 16, 2024

Wildlife Spotlight: Honey Badgers

Honey badgers are anything but sweet – their ferret-like appearance hides a truly ferocious animal. Also known as ratels (which comes from the Dutch word for “honeycomb”), honey badgers are…

Sep 15, 2024

3 Stunning Sundowner Recipes from Safari to You

When daylight edges into dusk, it’s time for a longstanding safari tradition: the sundowner! A sundowner is simply a drink taken at sunset. Usually, it’s alcoholic. The first sundowners were…