Nikos Pocock
Nikos Pocock is the Managing Director of Africa Calling Safaris, a Kenya-based safari operator. With more than a decade of experience leading expeditions across East Africa, he combines deep field knowledge with a passion for conservation and responsible tourism. Nikos oversees all editorial content at Safari News.
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Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit Kenya for Safari: Month-by-Month Breakdown
Kenya has a year-round safari season, but the experience varies dramatically by month. This guide breaks down what each season offers so you can choose dates that match what you want to…
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Travel Tips
Night Drives in Samburu: What You See After Dark
Night game drives are not permitted in Kenya's national parks — but they are in Samburu's private conservancies. Here is what changes after dark and which nocturnal species you have a genuine…
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Travel Tips
Flamingo Season at Lake Nakuru: A Pink Spectacle You Cannot Miss
Lake Nakuru in Kenya's Rift Valley has hosted up to two million flamingos at a time. Here is when to visit, what has changed, and what else you will see in this…
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Travel Tips
Following the Elephants: Amboseli’s Giant Families Explained
Amboseli National Park offers Africa's best elephant viewing, with over 1,600 individually identified animals. Here is what makes this ecosystem extraordinary and how to make the most of a visit.
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Travel Tips
Kenya’s Big Cats: Where to Find Lions, Leopards and Cheetahs
Kenya holds some of Africa's highest concentrations of big cats. This guide breaks down where each species is most reliably seen and what time of year gives you the best odds.
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Travel Tips
The Great Wildebeest Migration: When to See It and Where to Position Yourself
Over two million wildebeest, zebra and gazelle move in a continuous loop across the Serengeti and Masai Mara. Here is the month-by-month guide to positioning yourself for the best sighting.
