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Collins Field Guide to the National Parks of East Africa --This book guides you to every bird and animal that inhabits the many national parks of East Africa. The authors describe each species' markings, breeding habits, calls, social habits and migration patterns, and color illustrations make identification easy. Maps pinpoint the location of each species and checklists allow you to keep track of your sightings. $23.00
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Collins Field Guide to the Birds of East Africa
Collins Field Guide to the Birds of West Africa Each $23.00
Fielding's Kenya --Three Nairobi residents, Bridget Glenday, Susan Southwick and Joan Westley, take you on a tour of the most beautiful hotels, guest houses, safari lodges and tented camps in Kenya. From Nairobi to the Kenyan coast, Mt. Kenya to Masai Mara, the authors guide you to accommodations for all budgets (including homestay options), and provide tips on getting around, sightseeing, outdoor activities and safaris. The full descriptions of each spot are accompanied by sketches, quotes from hotel guest books, and excerpts from the authors' journals. A real treat. $19.95
East Africa Footprint Handbook 1998 --Despite the current popularity of countries to the south, East Africa remains a major destination for adventurous travellers. Covering Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Ethiopia, the authors of this annual guide lead you to all the sights and outdoor activities, and provide voluminous practical detail on transportation, accommodation and dining options in all price ranges (with an emphasis on moderate choices), and preparing for your trip. Geared toward the independent traveller who really wants to explore more than just the game parks. $24.95
NEW Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya: A Climbing and Trekking Guide--The only updated guide available, it offers general climbing information for both novice and expert, details on weather, health and safety, and an introduction to the history of these two mountains. Most importantly, it gives descriptions of a multitude of routes (sometimes even several ways to go one particular route), with information on altitude and level of difficulty, and excellent maps. The author, Cameron Burns, is a longtime mountaineer and obviously knows and loves his subject. You will have swollen feet and sore knees just reading this guide, but you would be hard pressed to find a better trekking partner. $18.95
Lonely Planet Kenya --This practical guide for independent travellers to Kenya has just been updated. Hugh Finlay and Geoff Crowther include all the information you could possibly need, from transportation, accommodations, and all the sights to tips on language and the best safari companies. Great maps, essays on Kenya's history and politics, and a 32-page color guide to wildlife complete the package. $17.95
Rough Guide West Africa --Providing in-depth historical and cultural background, voluminous practical travel information on hotels, restaurants and transportation, and tips on festivals, nature, and outdoor activities of all kinds, this guide is all you need to explore this often overlooked region of Africa. From the largest countries of Nigeria and the Ivory Coast to tiny Burkina Faso, the Rough Guide takes you to all the sights. $24.95
Passport Guide to the Seychelles --The 92 islands that comprise the Seychelles have some of the best beaches, nature-watching, diving, sailing, and scenery in the world. Seychelles resident Sarah Carpin explores all the attractions and outlines the practical advice needed to island hop to your heart's content. The 131 color photographs in this book will surely whet your appetite. $16.95
Spectrum Guide to Tanzania --Color photographs, detailed maps and comprehensive historical and cultural information make this guide indispensable. In-depth sections on the national parks, nature preserves and flora and fauna ensure that you won't miss a thing in the wild. Newly revised. $19.95
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Spectrum Guide to Mauritius $19.95
Lonely Planet Ethiopian Amharic Phrasebook $5.95
Lonely Planet Swahili Phrasebook $5.95
Still It Makes Me Laugh: Impressions of West Africa --Mimi Robinson spent time in West Africa and was impressed by the colors and "word sketches" used by artists there. An artist herself, she decided to put her impressions on paper and the result is this delightful art box. The reusable box contains 10 colorful notecards that draw on West African traditions and sayings, a brass talisman handmade in Ghana, and an illustrated booklet that describes the region in picture and text. $18.95
The Tree Where Man Was Born --Combining both great nature and travel writing, Peter Matthiessen's classic is filled with observations of the people and wildlife of East Africa. Providing insight into the region's troubled politics, Matthiessen brings the lives, conflicts and history of East Africa to life, and does it with simplicity, directness and a great deal of affection for his subject. $12.95