This month the National Geographic Society turns its attention to Africa. In TRAVELER magazine’s September issue, our team of Africa writers engage in six captivating trips—camping in the Sahara, rafting the Zambezi, exploring ape country in Uganda . . . and more. Online we offer our biggest ever Web-exclusive feature, the Africa Travel Planner, which offers travel-planning tips from 18 well-established Africa experts with recommended resources. You’ll find advice on organizing your safari, getting through customs, deciding where to eat, selecting your hotel, staying healthy, staying safe, and more. We also offer details on the best wine routes in South Africa; expert-recommended cruises to Africa; and a music sample from a widely-celebrated South African musician, Brenda Fassie. Want to photograph like the pros? Read tips from two of National Geographic’s Africa photographers. Start here.

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