About The Great African Safari Vacations

Read about African safari vacations that are good experiences for the entire family. Going on vacation can provide some much needed rest and relaxation for the entire family. Learn how to get the best out of your holiday.

The Great African Safari Vacations

The best way to see and experience Africa’s wildlife is through safaris. Most Safari and game reserves are spread over vast areas of land, consisting of savannah,
desert, rainforest and grassland terrain.

Check with your tour operator the best times to go on a safari as time is the all important factor to view the best in wildlife. Make sure you have a professional tour guide or operator at all times during your safaris.

 Wild life safaris can last as long as 10 - 15 days, depending on the destination you prefer. Here are a few African Safari Destinations:- 

African safari destinations

Tanzania Safaris - View more than 25,000 animals. Visit the Mount Kilimanjaro, Volcanic Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Victoria. The Serengeti is also in the vicinity and don’t miss viewing the famous wildebeest migration, preferably on a hot air balloon.

Kenya Safaris – The Masai mara game reserve is the most popular in Kenya. Don’t miss the most popular and dangerous wildebeest and zebra migration, where hundred of crocodiles have lined themselves along the mara river.

Botswana Safaris - There is a variety of safaris to choose from such as the Mokoro excursions in the Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park, The Moremi Game Reserve and the Central Kalahari.

Zimbabwe Safaris – despite the tense situation, once can be sure to have the very best of nature here. The best safari destinations are Hwange National Park and the Malilangwe Private Wildlife Reserve.

South Africa Travel Guide safari – The Kruger National park is the best place for a great safari experience with accommodation available just close to the park makes it even more exiting as you can break away from your schedule to view a once in a life time experience.

Uganda Safari - The famous gorillas safari, is a must see. There are plenty of rainforest animals to be seen including the monkeys. The Nile river safari is a great way to experience wildlife and culture.

Namibia Safari – those who prefer vast lands and lots of sand then this is where you will enjoy your safari. Namibia has an abundant wildlife, sea life and an array of birdlife. Etosha Park is the most famous safari and Game Park.  

Safari Travel and precautions

Travel Agents also offer safaris that are custom tailored to your destination, budget and duration.

If you are traveling with family and friends, a wonderful family safari’s can be combined with quiet holiday by the beach or with comfortable accommodation in Botswana, Kenya, South Africa Travel Guide, Tanzania and Namibia. This is especially important if your children are very young.

Children below the age of 12 are restricted from going on safaris due to safety factors. Its best to heed all precautions given by your safari guide or operator such as staying in the vehicle at all times, never open your windows are have anything sticking out of the vehicle, avoid swimming in river or lakes, avoid walking other than with a guide, always wear boots and socks and don’t wear colorful clothing.