Hey everyone, my mom wants to go to Africa and I'm eager to go with her. Considering the time to plan the trip and get the shots, this likely won't happen for a year.

Will anyone here share their experience with travel to Africa?

Where's good to go?
What's good to see?
What kind of tour group to go with?
Stay in "resorts" or less?
Is it worth buying/learning new good camera equipment?
Drink the water or no?

Thanks to all you experts!