Philip Briggs Livres

Little known to the outside world, Somaliland has much to offer the truly intrepid traveller. This pioneering guidebook introduces one of the world's least chartered travel destinations. Author Philip Briggs covers everything from the low-key capital Hargeisa and mediaeval port of Berbera to peerless rock art sites such as Las Geel, and the scenery and wildlife of the Daallo Escarpment, towering 2,000m high above the pristine reefs of the Gulf of Aden. Somaliland's ruined cities and historical ports date back 5,000 years and have links with ancient Egypt and Axum in northern Ethiopia, as well as the Ottoman and British Empires. This guide offers background and practical information to every accessible corner of the country with the only real maps in existence of its capital and other large towns, and a section on wildlife.

The Gambia Travel Guide - Expert travel advice including Banjul highlights, hotels and resorts, restaurants, River Gambia, national parks and reserves, birdwatching. This guide also features suggested itineraries, wildlife tracking and natural history, Niumi National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Sites and culture, Juffureh and James Island, beaches.

Greece: the Peloponnese Travel Guide - Travel information and holiday advice including Corinth and the Argolid highlights, ancient history and archaeological sites. Also features recommended walks and skiing, beaches and resorts, museums, Mycenae, Argos, Laconia, Sparta, Messinia, Kalamata, Arcadia, Tripoli, Byzantine churches and medieval forts.

The Rough Guide to Game Parks of South AfricaMake the most of your time on Earth with the ultimate travel guides.World-renowned 'tell it like it is' travel guide, now with free eBook.Discover the Game Parks of South Africa with this comprehensive and entertaining travel guide, packed with practical information and honest recommendations by our independent experts. Whether you plan to take a jeep safari, tick off the big five or sleep in a camp in the lap of luxury, The Rough Guide to the Game Parks of South Africa will help you discover the best places to explore, eat, drink, shop and sleep along the way.Features of this travel guide to Game Parks of South You may also be interested   Rough Guide to South Africa; Rough Guide to Kenya; Rough Guide to Cape Town The Winelands and The Garden RouteAbout Rough Rough Guides  have been inspiring travellers for over 35 years, with over 30 million copies sold globally. Synonymous with practical travel tips, quality writing and a trustworthy 'tell it like it is' ethos, the Rough Guides list includes more than 260 travel guides to 120+ destinations, gift-books and phrasebooks.

Two decades alter the civil war and genocide, Rwanda has flot only recovered but is thriving. s Explore the rapidly modernising capital Kigali, s swim on Lake Kivu's mountain-ringed shores, seek out chimpanzees in the misty forests t of Nyungwe, or venture into Akagera's wild s savannah in search of elephants, buffalos, hippos and newly re-introduced lions. Corne to Rwanda for the mountain gorillas, but leave enriched by this inspiring country and its warmly welcoming people. s Building on 15 years of research and now in its sixth edition, this is still the only Englishlanguage guidebook dedicated to Rwanda and remains an indispensable companion during a trip to the `Land of a Thousand Hills'.

Uganda's natural history is legendary and this guide provides detailed coverage of all the species, including the rare mountain gorillas. It covers a wealth of practical information, as well as Uganda's attractions, from national parks and gorilla reserves to Lake Victoria and the Ssese Islands.

Featuring a vibrant magazine-style layout, this guidebook is perfect for travelers planning an extended journey through Madagascar. It delves into the rich history, culture, and people of the island while showcasing must-visit locations such as Antananarivo, Morondava, and Nosy Be. The book emphasizes responsible tourism by using environmentally friendly paper and adhering to strict FSC standards. With detailed insights and captivating visuals, it aims to inspire and inform those eager to explore Madagascar's diverse landscapes and attractions.

The extensively revised third edition of Bradt’s East African Wildlife guide offers a comprehensive overview of East Africa's diverse wildlife, including mammals, birds, reptiles, and more. Authored by Philip Briggs, it features 240 color images and provides insights into natural history, safari planning tips, and key wildlife attractions across Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda.

This is an invaluable guide for all visitors to this most explorable, affordable and tranquil of African countries - Malawi

Friendly, safe and inexpensive, Ghana is an ideal destination for first-time visitors to Africa. It is rich in little-visited national parks, forest reserves, cultural sites and scenic waterfalls and blessed with bleached white beaches and the lush rainforest of the Atlantic coastline. Updated throughout, this revised guide includes authoritative history and wildlife sections, accommodation and restaurant recommendations and a wealth of background and practical information. Written by Africa expert Philip Briggs, it provides unrivalled detail and knowledge of this little-visited nation. This sixth edition is the first time the book has been updated by the original author since the 3rd edition. Philip has more than 20 years experience writing travel guides to Africa, and has overhauled the content to reflect broader changes in the Ghana travel scene over the past six years or so. This has resulted in a new look guide, with better maps, revised structure, along with the usual routine updating of all locations covered.