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.

-  The only guidebook that covers the entire African Continent
-  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

12th edition, Jul 2010 / Next edition due Nov 2013