A safari is an unforgettable experience.The word Safari simply means journey in Kiswahili, but in English it has become a synonym for wildlife viewing in Africa.
Africa has a lot of beautiful nature reserves rich in wildlife, and many people want to experience an unforgettable adventure in these magnificent surroundings. Thats why tourism infrastructure has developed well and you can choose between luxurious hotels, charming lodges or beautifully positioned camps where bungalows and huts of different quality standards are for rent.
Most of these safari camps also have a camping ground.When youre planning a safari in the bush, you can expect a splendid savannah grassland, woodland and scrubland, home of the ultimate big game. A trip to a river guarantees you to see a vast variety of birds and wildlife., as well as a lakeside that attracts flamingos and is frequently visited by hippos, buffalo herds, elephants and so on.
Rainforests are packed with primates and are a haven for birds, butterflies and beasts of all sizes.When youre on a safari in a malaria-sensitive area, you can minimize mosquito bites by wearing light, long sleeved clothing and using effective insect repellents on exposed skin. Currently there are three effective anti-malaria tablets but you can experience some sides-effects from one of them, so test before you depart.Where to go on a Safari
- Africa
- South America
- Middle East
- India
Types of Safaris
There are several kinds of safaris that travelers can take while in Africa, the Indian Ocean and other destinations. From traditional safaris in renowned national parks and game reserves to activity based adventures, lots of options await you. Safaris can be categorized based on the activities undertaken during the holiday. The common types of safaris are
- Wildlife Safaris
- Walking Safaris
- Mountaineering Safaris
- Desert Safaris
Activity Based Safaris that are popular include
- Gorilla Safaris
- Primates Safaris
- Birding Safaris
Where to Go on Safari
An African safari takes you to breath-taking landscapes. An African safari takes you on an unforgettable exploration of breath-taking panoramas, unspoiled landscapes and exciting wildlife. The continent has an enormous variety of unique ecosystems.
Popular National Parks in Africa include
- The Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania
- Serengeti National Park in Tanzania
- Masai Mara National Park in Kenya
- the Kilimanjaro Mountain,
- the Okavango Delta,
- the Kalahari Desert and the
- Kruger National Park
These are some of the great travel destinations that travelers visit while on an African safari.
When you are on an African safari you will travel in a vast and pristine Garden of Eden. All the different destinations offer their unique wildlife, plants, geography and climate. Take the famous Serengeti Plain for example. Hundreds of thousands of animals make an annual trek to greener grazing grounds.
Experience Unique Highlights
An African safari of a unique kind. You can combine different holiday activities into a single trip. One of the most popular adventure is gorilla tracking in Uganda, Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Virunga Volcanoes National Park region is where Diane Fossey did her groundbreaking research on these human-like apes. When you go to Africa dont forget to bring the right clothing of khaki or green color and a good quantity of insect repellent.
