Going on safari is the trip of a lifetime, follow these tips to ensure you get the most out of your holiday.
Where do you want to go? Are you looking for mountains, craters, and plains, or, wetlands, deserts, coastlines, rivers, and waterfalls?
Deciding when to go is as important. The rainy season can make roads impassable.
Money matters. National Park Safaris are often much cheaper as you can go it alone. A Game Reserve tends to be higher in price due to the closer proximity of wildlife and fewer crowds.
How many days do you want to spend within the area? Decide if the better option is flying or driving.
Purchasing a guidebook is obvious and essential. Most guidebooks include a section on history, culture and wildlife.
National Parks usually require traveling time to and from the area, as lodging is scarce. Game Reserves have accommodations inside.
Do you want to go it alone or be led by an experienced guide? A guided safari will offer you more opportunities to understand what your looking for i.e. tracks, watering holes etc…
Remember to pack wisely. Don’t forget, sunscreen, rain gear, first-aid, and a well-worn pair of boots.
Appreciate all that you see. Many smaller and lesser-known animals are often overlooked in favor of the bigger and more popular ones.
Lastly, don’t expect to see everything, animals and weather are unpredictable. Take it all in and enjoy.
