East Africa, the childhood longings, a wild realm of extraordinary landscapes, culture and most importantly; wildlife - this is untamed Africa. It is often said that, to draw near to such wildness is to experience something so profound as to live forever in the memory. Travel back in time to the days when this part of the world was at the centre of a far-flung trading network whose influences – African, Asian, Middle Eastern – continue to dance their way through modern Swahili culture. From Lamu to Zanzibar and just about everywhere in between, you can also relax on white-sand beaches, dive amid colourful marine life or sail on a dhow (ancient Arabic sailing vessel). Some might call it paradise. Wherever you go, don’t miss the chance to get to know East Africa’s people. There are countless opportunities to immerse yourself in the everyday beauty, realities and vibrancy of East African life. East Africa is the land of some of the most beautiful landscapes - the Masai Mara and the Serengeti, with immense red sun setting behind a flat-topped acacia somewhere out beyond eternity.