Whether you're a hardened African veteran or a wide-eyed first timer, this is a continent that cannot fail to get under your skin. Our 12th edition takes you on a Serengeti safari, reveals the best spot to view Victoria Falls and tells you where to see surfing hippos. Whether you're after big-name highlights or lesser-known adventures, this guide has got it all covered.

• 251 Maps
• WILDLIFE guide reveals the continent's top spots for animal encounters
• EXPLORE with itineraries covering Cairo to Cape Town and everywhere in-between
• GREEN INDEX helps to make your travels more ecofriendly
• THE ONLY GUIDEBOOK that covers the entire African Continent