S A FA R I S 101
EACH REGION IS UNIQUE
Whatever vision of the classic safari you’re
thinking of exists somewhere in Africa, but it
does not exist everywhere in Africa. The giant
continent is made up of numerous regions, each
with its own range of animals and safari styles.
Serengeti National Park in Tanzania is ideal for
witnessing the great migration of wildebeests
between June and July, while Kenya’s Masai
Mara National Reserve is better between July
and October. You can track golden monkeys
and gorillas in Central Africa, though it’s
best to go to South Africa, specifically Kruger
National Park, to spot the Big Five: lions,
leopards, rhinoceroses, elephants and Cape
buffaloes. It helps to discuss your goals and
time frames upfront when preparing for a trip
this ambitious.
SAFARIS COME IN
ALL STYLES
Once you narrow down the region you wish to
explore, next is choosing which safari style best
fits your dreams. Each brings unique levels of
comfort, as well as different modes of travel.
Classic safaris find you in a camp in the middle
of a game park or reserve, a host of 4x4s and
guides ready to take you through the wilderness.
Luxury safaris surround you with surprising
opulence, complete with modern bathrooms
and gourmet meals, all while placing you so
close to the animals that you may be awakened
by curious giraffes at your window. Active
safaris immerse you in the action, as you safely
paddle your canoe or kayak past elephants and
hippos in the Zambezi River. And educational
safaris add another element to your tour,
providing expert instruction on photography
or conservationism during your journey.
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