The Gosheni Journal

Safari Stories & Guides

Field notes, wildlife stories and practical planning advice from our guides and specialists across Africa.

What you'll find in the Gosheni Journal

The Journal is where our team writes down what we have learned from running safaris and Kilimanjaro climbs in Tanzania and across East Africa. There are 123 articles here, from month-by-month Great Migration maps and Serengeti park fees to Kilimanjaro training plans, packing lists and the cultures of the Maasai, the Hadzabe and the other communities you may meet on the road.

Articles are grouped into 10 topics: DMC, Family Safari, Gorilla Tracking, Kenya Safari, Luxury and Relaxation, News, Photographic Safari, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania and Travel Tips.

Planning a trip? Our safari guide, Kilimanjaro climbing guide and month-by-month travel guide bring the most useful advice together in one place. If your question isn't answered here, ask us and a safari specialist will reply.

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African Wild Dogs (Painted Dogs) in Tanzania: Where to See Them

Where to see African wild dogs in Tanzania: Nyerere and Ruaha give the best odds, Mikumi and Loliondo are long shots. Best months, camps and honest advice on sightings.

Oct 27, 2026619 reads

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Tanzanian Food: 12 Traditional Dishes to Try

Ugali, nyama choma, chipsi mayai, mtori and Zanzibar mix: the Tanzanian dishes worth ordering, what goes into them and where our guests try them, from Moshi to Stone Town.

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Oct 27, 2026119

Tanzania Travel Guide: Facts, Capital, Cities, Culture and History

The Tanzania basics in one place: capital, cities, languages, money, religion, a short history and the national symbols, written by our team in Arusha for people planning a trip.

Where Is Mount Kilimanjaro? Location, Height and Getting There

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Where Is Mount Kilimanjaro? Location, Height and Getting There

Mount Kilimanjaro is in north-eastern Tanzania, about 30 km north of Moshi and close to the Kenyan border. Here is where it sits, how high it is and how climbers reach the gates.

Mar 8, 20261.1k

Serengeti Safari Package: How Much Does a Tanzania Safari Cost?

A line-by-line breakdown of what a Tanzania safari actually costs for US travelers: flights, safari packages, park fees, add-ons and the real total.

Mar 8, 20261k

Tanzania Safari Package: 15 Questions to Ask Before You Book

Before you book a Tanzania safari package, put these 15 questions to the operator. The answers, and the dodges, tell you most of what you need to know.

Mar 6, 2026896

Is Tanzania Safe? A Safety Guide for American Travelers

Everything American travelers need to know before booking a Tanzania safari: health risks, entry requirements, local laws, and how to avoid the few real hazards.

Mar 6, 2026567

What Is a Game Drive in Africa? How Our Game Drive Safaris Work

What goes into a great game drive in Africa: the right vehicle, a guide who reads the bush, and timing built around the animals, not the tourists.

Mar 5, 20263.1k

Gosheni Safaris: A Tanzania Travel Company Based in Arusha

Gosheni Safaris is a Tanzanian owned, Arusha based travel company founded in 2009 by former safari guide Peter Robert. Here's a look at the guides, itineraries and vehicles behind a Gosheni safari.

Mar 4, 20262.9k

Tanzania Private Safari: Road Trip vs Fly-In for US Travelers

Tanzania safaris, from the Serengeti to the Ngorongoro Crater, come down to one practical choice: drive between parks or fly between them. Here's how the cost, time and comfort compare for US travelers.

Mar 4, 20262.8k

Planning a Serengeti Tour with Gosheni Safaris

A Serengeti tour covers more than game drives: migration timing, itinerary length and where you sleep all shape the trip. Here's how we put one together at Gosheni Safaris.

Feb 24, 20262.7k

Choosing an African Safari Tour Company for Tanzania

Picking the right African safari tour company changes everything about a Tanzania trip. Here's what to look for, from an operator that's run private safaris out of Arusha since 2009.

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