Thoughts from a guide training programme at Xigera Safari Lodge, exploring confidence, alignment, and what modern safari guiding truly requires.

As AI-generated animal videos flood our social media feeds, they’re doing more than entertain — they’re quietly reshaping how millions of people think wildlife behaves. In a world driven by clicks over truth, these digital illusions risk eroding the respect, understanding, and caution that real conservation depends on.

Who really owns Africa’s wildlife — and what does that mean for its future? A look at ownership, stewardship, and the balance between people and nature.

Join Adam Bannister in the Okavango Delta during one of its wettest, most vibrant seasons in decades. From packs of wild dogs in full pursuit to leopards hunting in the trees of Little Mombo, this journey reveals why Botswana remains one of Africa’s greatest wildlife destinations.

Uber Safari is here—but should a safari be as easy as ordering a ride? Discover why convenience may come at a cost to guiding, wildlife, and the sacredness of our wild spaces.

Explore the challenges facing the Great Migration in the Maasai Mara, from overtourism and social media hype to conservation solutions. Learn how we can protect this iconic wildlife spectacle.

The chaos at Mara River crossings doesn’t have to be inevitable. I have proposed a system that would regulate access without charging visitors extra, using a first-come, first-served approach. Vehicles would be parked in predetermined spots, with each crossing point carefully assessed for its capacity. This would ensure that every car has a fair view, removing the frantic, rally-style races we see today.

Why we wake early, brave the cold, and return to the wilderness — again and again.

Our 12-day journey took us through some of the most exclusive and breathtaking lodges in the Okavango Delta, an ecosystem celebrated for its

After nearly 18 years of working for others, we have made the decision to become captains of our own ship.