When it comes to dream holidays many destinations are high on the list. Many people dream of visiting Paris since it is the jewel of France while others dream of visiting the great pyramids in Egypt. Some people with a taste for adventure I’ve always dreamed of a perfect safari holiday that would take them in the African wilderness. As we see more and more discussion around how many of these animals that only exist in Africa have been put on the brink of extinction it’s no wonder that many people are looking to see them with their own eyes before it is too late. So, let’s look at some ideal destinations for the best safari experience possible.
Serengeti National Park
If you’ve ever looked into any of the great African preserves you have heard of this destination. It is not only considered one of the greatest destinations for walking safaris but also offers safaris in vehicles. One of the most well-known facts about the Serengeti National Park is that it has very rare rhinoceroses. The perfect ecosystem to house a few black rhinoceroses which are well known for being on the brink of extinction. If you visit the Serengeti National Park, you might also have the chance to discover the unexpected great migration of the wildebeest. Generally, the great migration starts around the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania where a large number of wildebeests will start making their way towards Kenya. If you are somebody who’s really into the lives of the African fauna seeing the start of this incredible 3000-kilometer journey is a must. It is one of the most iconic locales a large diversity of large cats that have made the African continent famous.
Okavango Delta
This is one of the most expensive safari destinations but also a very exclusive and unique experience. As with many of the parks on this list, one of the big attractions is the availability to see the big five. The Big 5 in the safari circuit includes some of the most famous big game targets, including elephants, buffaloes, lions, leopards, and rhinos. One of the great things about this park is that it will allow you to visit the largest inland delta in the world. This means that you will have the opportunity to visit a lot of wetlands that will offer you a very unique and different landscape than other safari destinations. Every year the park draws a lot of ornithologists as it has some of the best birding upward unity, particularly for water birds considering the vast delta. If you choose to visit this destination you will have the opportunity to reserve some exclusive camp destinations and enjoy some of the best off-road adventure opportunities in a safari destination. You will also have the opportunity to try out the mokoro safari which is a guided canoe experience in the delta.
Masai Mara National Reserve
As we’ve mentioned the starting point of the great migration of the wildebeest in Tanzania it only makes sense to include the destination of said migration. As you can imagine the high season of this park is of course when the migration comes through which is generally between August and October. With this in mind oh you should take into account the fact that this will mean that the park will be extremely crowded around these periods. There is also the reality that the roads have been incredibly battered by the constant use which has put them in terrible condition over time. One of the best things about this park though is that it allows you to have an extremely unique experience by adding a hot air balloon safari over the Kenyan savannah. The Savannah is also generally pretty flat and open which means that wildlife spotting is extremely easy. Compared to our last pick this part also offers many kinds of living accommodations for different prices that will allow people with all sorts of budgets to enjoy this experience.
Hwange National Park
This park is well known for having A large diversity when it comes to wildlife including the big five. Although it boasts the presence of the big five it’s important to know that generally, rhinoceroses are pretty rare to see around this park. It is not only the most popular but also the biggest National Park in Zimbabwe. A lot of its popularity is attributed to its proximity to Victoria Falls which are some of the most famous falls in the world. This park is a great opportunity for those who love to experience night safari which many parks do not necessarily allow. While roads are generally pretty bad around the National Park you will have the opportunity to drive around yourself to benefit from some of the amenities present in many of the camps around the park. It is generally recommended to avoid some of the main areas considering they can be very busy, especially during the high seasons. Generally, most of us safaris are LED during the dry season considering that the wet season is generally pretty stormy and less hospitable for tourists.
