Gorilla Encounter: what to expect?

Stories · Destination Guides Gorilla Encounter: What to Expect Rwanda & Uganda · 8 min read Coming face to face with a wild gorilla is thrilling and, let’s be honest, a little daunting. Knowing what to expect turns the nerves into pure wonder. The idea of standing near a 200-kilo silverback — the strongest primate […]
What to Pack for Your Safari

Stories · Destination Guides What to Pack for Your Safari The essential list · 8 min read Packing for a safari is its own small art. Bring too much and you’ll haul it between tight bush flights; bring too little and you’ll wish you’d known. Here’s a simple, field-tested list. Soft bags only — aircraft […]
Maasai Mara or Serengeti?

Stories · Destination Guides Maasai Mara or Serengeti? Kenya & Tanzania · 8 min read It’s the great East African safari dilemma: Maasai Mara or Serengeti? The happy secret is that you almost can’t go wrong. These two legendary reserves are really one vast, unbroken ecosystem, straddling the border of Kenya and Tanzania. Together they […]
Walking Safaris

A typical day of Walking Safari Starting at dawn Imagine waking up to the soft glow of sunrise and the gentle sounds of nature. At Hidden Track, our walking safaris start with this serene moment. You’ll find hot water in your basin to freshen up and a steaming cup of tea or coffee waiting for […]