Catch the beauty of Ngorongoro Crater and its dense wildlife numbers within the largest unbroken caldera in the world.
Uganda has the best bird watching sites compared to Kenya and Tanzania. Kenya’s birds are the most fascinating. Lake Nakuru has several flocks of pink flamingos that camouflage the lake into a pink mass-Beautiful sight to catch through the lens. Enjoy sight of the Ostrich in Serengeti National Park and Samburu National park Kenya
A safari to East Africa will involve various activities such as horse riding, cultural festivities like Lamu cultural festival, Maralal camel Derby and cycling, tracking, not forgetting Mt. Kilimanjaro climbing. On the coast are extreme fascinating adventures like swimming, deep sea diving, surfing and the like. Walking in the white sand and enjoying the hot sun will be a great adventure.
Look no further than East Africa’s luxury safari accommodation and hotels like Serena luxury hotels and Luxury Sopa Group of lodges, bush camps, self catering accommodation and so much more. There are enough accommodation options that suit different budgets.
Book your East Africa safaris with any recommended, trusted Tour and Travel agents in Kenya or Tanzania. One booked safari agents will tailor Uganda, Tanzania of Kenya Safari in one package!

Although game viewing vehicles cover larger area and more sights of African game, they too are perfect for taking pictures from a safer point of view. Putting that aside, think of African Walking safaris! How much more fun will you have on an African walking safari compared to the usual truck experience? On African walking safaris, you have the rare opportunity to experience the wilderness on foot, discover the smallest of the animals and insects living within this setting.

The unique adventure of a walking safari is a deeply spiritual journey that will forever change the way you view nature and how the ’true’ African safari should be. Walking safaris in African were actually the traditional way of going on African safari excursions before the arrival of trucks several centuries back dating to the time of the early missionaries and explorers. Tourists have all the glory of the African wilderness before them…smelling the earth, getting scratches of dry grasses (if you don’t dress in long outfits), experience the dust of the African land and so much more.

Walking Safari destination

South Luangwa National Park in Zambia is said to be the birthplace of the true African walking safari dating a couple of centuries back. In Luangwa Park, you’ll find herds of different animals near the riverbank and others on the shores of the ox-bow lagoons. Zambia safaris are not the same without a walking safari in the twin parks in the Luangwa valley. Its is a sheer luxury safari…not like that of a game drive, this one is a awww experience!  Ever thought of walking to the high gorge on Victoria Falls in Zambia or Zimbabwe? There is no way you are going to get to view these magnificent water falls without laboring on the intense trek. Don’t worry,the sight on the water sheet falling on the gorge will soon make you forget how hard you have walked here

Trails in Kruger National Park of South Africa are famous for South African walking safaris. Many of the South Africa safari companies will be more than delighted to give you exclusive safari walks, explaining all sights on the trails and also tipping you on what to expect in the wild. For Botswana’s Okavango delta safaris, you’ll enjoy sights of the African elephant crossing the muddy flood plain, more than 200 different water birds not forgetting other small mammals

Coming on East African Safaris is another experience for adventure on walking safari. Behind the led of an armed ranger guide, push through the dry savannah of the famed Masai Mara Game reserve and spy on the sleeping lion prides, tree lounging leopards, small insects climbing an anthill and porcupines eating away some fresh fallen fruits. Arusha National Park and Serengeti National park will blow you away with amazing sights of different animals on the trails

Walking Safari Tips

Make sure to have the proper safari clothing that includes long sleeved shirts and trousers in light breathable fabric-Khaki is preferred, comfortable walking shoes, wide brimmed hat, sun glasses and sun screen.

Something you must not miss to take with you is a good camera (never carry a flash for a walking safari by day) with a good lens, long lasting batteries or memory card and any other extras as dictated by your safari guide.

An armed tour guide will always first brief you on what to expect and then lead you through the wilderness. Make sure you follow each and every instruction he gives you. This is very important because the ranger guides are typically experienced and knowledgeable about the conduct of African game like lions and other big five. You don’t have to be scared for your safety as these guides give tips on how to disguise your presences in the wild. You are in Safe hands! There is a world of difference between experiencing a safari in Africa on foot and the usual dramatic safari vehicles. All you have to do is Enjoy!

The annual animal movements entirely depend on the onset of dark rain clouds and start of rains each year. The animals move every month in search of the fresh pastures starting in January and then continues for another year.

January- Serengeti  Wildebeest Migrations

Herds of Wildebeest and zebra normally gather in the southern Serengeti plains as the dark rain clouds cross to the slopes of Ngorongoro near the Ndutu Plains. The animals from the north arrive to feast on the fresh mineral rich pastures. The rains dedicate that the herds stay here for the calving season until the short grasses have dried up around late March or early in April.

Game viewing in southern Serengeti National Park Tanzania is good around this time as many animals congregate on the banks of River Grumenti and its water holes around the Moru Kopjes, Kusini and east on the Ngorongoro conservation area. Predators such as leopards, lions and hyenas will roam across the plains pursuing the herds on their Migration route. Only 4X4 trucks and vehicles are able to cross the plains as the ground in wet and muddy

April -May Migrations

The herds move into the western parts in the direction of the western Corridor (Seronera Area) of Serengeti. The area is dominated by long Fresh grasses that stretch far to Moru Kopjes and Simiyu.  On sight are several male blue wildebeests fighting over territorial dominance as different animals start moving including Zebras and a few gazelles

June Wildebeest Migrations

For June more animals migrate into the Seronera area some moving further north but remain closer to the southern side of the Grumenti River on the Dutwa plains. If you are staying at Serengeti Serena Lodge or in Grumenti River camp, you’ll have the opportunity to see these herds right from your window or verandah.

The Grumenti River is dry for this season forming a few water pools that attract animals only to find dangerous crocodiles that feast on the hesitant animals. Animals start crossing the dry river in this month. June is fantastic with Serengeti migrations; sizable herds move far north into the Lobo and Loliondo area and other blue wildebeest have resorted to the northern parts beyond Liliondo in north central Serengeti. However most of the animals stay in central Serengeti.

July-August-September

The wildebeest migration continues on for July as herds move northwards spreading across the plains around the Musabi and Simiti in search for fresh green pastures while the water in Grumenti river is almost done. The herds than amass near the Mara river banks grunting their way past the slow flowing water.

This time of the year is transitional with several frail animals dying from the thirst and exhaustion before the reach the Mara River. The young calves also die as the search for water to drink. As many die, predators are thankful that they have something to feast on for the day-lions, hyenas, crocodiles and cheetahs share the spoils of the drying migrants.

Over 2 million animals have now crossed over into the Masai Mara Game Reserve grazing and feeding on the fresh short pastures. August is highlighted with light showers in northern Serengeti thus stopping a few herds from crossing over into the Mara reserve. The scene on the Mara River is compared of a grunting sea of life moving into another world!

Wildebeest migration in Masai Mara begins in after the animals have crossed the Mara and thus spread cross the Mara greedily feasting on new pastures, moving further north of the reserve

October to December

The rains return to South and eastern Serengeti region, filling up the dry Grumenti river and yet pulling the herds from all parts of Masai Mara to the borders of Mara. The Mara pastures are then getting dry thus herds begin the Great Migrations yet again, this time back to the Serengeti in Tanzania.

Slowly, small herds begin migrating back to Serengeti until the end of the year. December is rainy month and thus short grass shoots appear in other parts of the Serengeti, as animals increase, and calving season begins all over again!

White water rafting

Many of us may not even be aware that whitewater rafting, but this sport is taking Africa’s number one water sporting place. There are several companies providing rafting equipment, gear and adventures on some of the great rivers of Africa. River Nile is excellent and abundant on its rapids and falls are good for white water rafting expeditions. Bugajali falls is one of the adventure centers with thrilling rafting, jerrycan swimming and kayaking in Uganda. River Zambezi in Zambia and Zimbabwe offers excellent white water rafting spots below the Victoria Falls. In Kenya, savor this adventure from River Tana and Athi with long sections of class IV and V rapids, also good for kayaking, canoeing, boat rides and then watch Kenya’s birdlife and wild animals along the route.

White Water Rafting Uganda

All trips are fully supported and carefully ranged with the help of experienced kayakers and guides to ensure your safety first and at the same enjoy yourself. Your guide or trainer will be able to provide you more information and tips on how to deal with the waters, danger spots and so on. Novices or beginners are generally accompanied by their trainers and can be rest assured that they are in safe hands.
Canoeing and boat rides are another way to enjoy the vast waters of Africa lakes. Many of the lakes have beautiful scenery besides being home to several species of birds and animals like buffalos, crocodiles and schools of hippos. East Africa’s crater lakes like Naivasha, Nakuru, Magadi and others are often camouflaged with pink flamingos, pelicans and a host of other birds. Lake Kariba in Zambia is famous for Houseboating besides canoeing and boat rides. With the right equipment and gear, you can rest assured that your entire trip will be truly adventurous and fantastic too. Enjoying these exciting water sports on the beautiful lakes or at the serene coastal resorts all over Africa.

African Trekking Safari

Walking safaris in southern Africa include more than wildlife watching. Popular sights include different varieties of birds, unique plants and crossing scenic geographical features. The walking trail experience allows guests to get their feet on the ground and really feel, smell and touch the ground. Under close guidance and lead of an armed ranger, visit famous trails from the game rich Kruger National Park, rest assured of sights like lions, antelopes, elephants, giraffes, leopards and the endangered black and white rhino among others. Okavango Delta in Botswana has splendid trails crossed by large herds of elephants. Night trails are dominated by nocturnal predator sights like jackals, hyenas, cheetah and sounds of insects.
Zambia’s vast game parks, particularly North Luangwa and South Luangwa Park are pioneer destinations for walking safaris in Zambia. South Luangwa stands out with its unique woodlands, spectacular valley cliffs, water fall, Mwaleshi River and animals like wildebeest, impala, zebras, Thornicroft giraffe and over 200 species of birds. This park hosted the very first walking safari in Zambia and Africa, back in 1967.
East African walking safaris are ranked among the most interesting, besides the most insightful/rewarding in the world. Start your magical experience in Kenya’s Masaai Mara National Park, set in unspoilt beauty and hosting several wild animals that cross the savannah. Sights here include giraffes feeding in acacia woodlands, lion prides resting on rock outcrops, leopards, zebras, buffalos, hyenas and more. The dry season is preferably good for walking safaris in the Mara, especially early in the morning as animals and birds flock the banks of Mara River to quench their morning thirst.
Other attractions famous with walking safaris include Lake Naivasha, Baringo and Nakuru; popular with several flocks of pink flamingos, good for bird watching. In Loita hills and Chyulu hills from northern Kenya, fewer animals will cross your path but you’ll enjoy the spectacular rift valley cliffs, dry river beds, and unique woodland species like giant lobelia, Lianas, giant nettles and heath. Parrots, crowned eagles, colobus monkeys, antelopes, hyenas, camels and elephants are some of the wildlife seen on your walking safaris. Visit the shores of Lake Victoria for more exciting birding experiences and  the famous Serengeti National Park from Tanzania, a renowned habitat for several prides of lions among other predators.

Safari tips and Guidelines

To make the best of your walking safari, book and plan with a trusted tour and travel company before you arrive. It helps to secure backup 4WD vehicles or animals like Carmel that will carry necessary camp gear and luggage.
Most game parks and reserves are in accessible by vehicles or with poor road networks and a few tracks that are mostly impassable during the rains. Participants in a walking safari should be in good health and be reasonably fit and active. There is no simple path as such and some parts of the walk lead through hilly and rocky areas and sometimes last several hours. The morning and late afternoon are preferred times for walking safaris and more rewarding during the dry seasons.
Remember to carry light clothing, a wide brimmed hat, sun glasses and a pair of binoculars for each trip, not forgetting a camera to capture the moment. Respect and follow all instructions from your game/ tour guide on a walking safari as they look forward to keeping you safe and free from any dangerous situations.
All walking safari itineraries range from hours to more than one day and will require that you take accommodation near the attractions or desired destinations. Some walking safaris packages offer luxury lodges and bush camps situated in remote areas of national parks. Although an open vehicle safari covers more distance and sights, a safari on foot is more engaging with close interaction with the wilderness and adrenaline rushes down your body once you encounter game on the trails.

Gorilla trekking in Uganda

Uganda safaris are not complete without a visit to the famous south western hills and mountains also called the ‘Switzerland of Africa’, the home of the giant apes. Tracking and trekking for gorillas is done in Bwindi Impenetrable forest and Mgahinga National Park. The world’s largest primates live in the densely forested slopes of Mgahinga volcano in families of 5-8 members, with 5 families found in Uganda alone! The forests are almost impassable and will require your guide to often cut through overhanging vines and plants to make trails for the guests. One finding the family of silverback or black gorillas, anxiety and excitement catch you. Stare in the eyes of the giant yet gentle and vulnerable apes and take their pictures, the interaction is limited to only 1 hour. Some of them are habituated and will show you some interesting habits! Besides the gorillas, you will find the rare golden monkeys, several amphibians, birds, chameleons and more interesting sights.
Arrange a gorilla trekking safari through one of the travel and tour operators and have yourself a memorable experience tracking the primates. The Uganda gorilla safaris itinerary normally includes visits to other primate habitats, for example Kibaale National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park and a series of forests like Maramagambo and Budongo. Here you’ll find several chimpanzees, colobus monkeys, red tailed monkeys, olive baboons, grey cheeked mangabeys and other apes. A gorilla and chimpanzee tracking permit is a must have for any tourist looking forward to gorilla and chimpanzee tracking, purchased from UWA offices around the park or in Kampala.

Rwanda gorilla safaris and trekking

The gorilla tracking experience in Rwanda is exceptional with approximately 400 gorillas in both Volcanoes National Park (Parc National des Volcans) on the Uganda border and Nyungwe Park in south western Rwanda. Renowned as the land of a thousand hills, Rwanda has over 6 gorilla families in Volcanoes Park alone with spectacular views of the volcanic peaks of Gahinga, Muhabura, Karisimbi, Mikeno, Sabyinyo, and Visoke from the tourist town of Musanze.
Despite its recent political turmoil and gorilla poaching, Rwanda gorilla safaris are remarkably increasing and only done if you have a gorilla trekking permit form ORTPN (Rwanda tourism offices). The tracking experience normally flags off mid- morning hours, extending into the later part of the afternoon. It sometimes takes a strenuous 2- 4 hours of intense tracking before you can come across a silver back family feeding before it embarks on the next trail. It is advisable to take packed lunch and a camera to film this amazing, once in a lifetime experience. There is still plenty of time to also go tracking on golden monkeys, a rare primate species endemic to the Albertine Rift.

While in volcanoes park, Rwanda, visit the grave of the famous naturalist and researcher, Diane Fossey who dedicated her life to saving and putting across the plight of the mountain gorillas to the international acknowledgment. She was later murdered in 1987 by unknown poachers/ people and was buried at the heart of her works and efforts, near Karisoke research centre. More international researchers and scientists have since participated in more research; conservation efforts and awareness has increased across the world.
From the Congo (DRC), there are some considerably big gorilla families in Djomba as well as Bukima but the country in set in deep political instability besides the intense poaching habits of the Batwa people that live in and near these rain forests.
Gorilla trekking is often done in groups of 8 persons under careful guidance and lead of trained and armed ranger guides. The rainy seasons often make gorilla safaris and trekking more strenuous and longer with muddy, impassable trails. Make sure you have the right gear, clothing and attitude (physical fitness) because these trails often lead you up the high mountains to heights of close to 4000m above sea level.

African safari honeymoons

Many of these are defined by absolute privacy, uncrowded game drives to the pristine wilderness of Africa’s national parks and game reserves, extravagant room service and luxury. Whether you are newly weds or just rekindling your love and intimacy, an African safari honeymoon, each day of this romantic gateway is just for the two of you! Discover the incomparable beauty of the Okavango Delta in Botswana as you wine and dine with the true magnificence of an African sundown, take a canoe ride on the famous Lake Kariba in Zambia, visit the spectacular Victoria Falls, one of the world’s seven wonders and then savor a South African safari honeymoon from Ngala Private Game Reserve, Sabi sands Game Reserve or even Kruger National Park. Wake up to call of roaring lions, singing birds and fresh wild breeze. East Africa safari honeymoon and holidays are popular in the Masaai Mara National Park, Kenya and Serengeti in Tanzania. Further savor the vast wilderness by a Hot Air balloon Safari in one of these parks, enjoy sights of lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes and so much more.

Several safari lodges and bush camps will be more than delighted to arrange and make you a special honeymoon. Their service will make you want to return for another honeymoon! Remember to carry a camera to capture all the beautiful moments along with all basic toiletries, medications, appropriate clothing and the like.

African beach honeymoons

How about African beach/ island honeymoon?  As you flick through thousands of idyllic island destinations, consider some time off by yourself on east and southern Honeymoon and romantic destinations say, Mombasa, Mauritius, Madagascar, Zanzibar and Seychelles. Savor the warmth of the ocean breeze by the tropical romantic islands, crystal clear waters, palm and white sand beaches and for the evening, a dhow/ ship cruise on the ocean. Toast to the beautiful moments with a bottle of champagne.

While people scram over Parisian honeymoons, Cape Town in South Africa with gives you a comparable unique yet modern experience, away from the cold, noisy streets and crowds of European cities like Paris. There is something enormously enchanting about an African honeymoon trip with your loved one to the beauty of places like Western Cape Town’s beaches, hotels, beach resorts, people and holiday plans. In addition to her natural beauty, bountiful blooming plants, exceptional dining and oriental delicacies options, Cape Town also has a fantastic array of holiday accommodation, from luxury, standard and budget options, whatever the budget, there’s something for you! Visit the whale and dolphins from Garden route or enjoying high speed boating on the azure ocean waters.

African Safari Honeymoons are steadily becoming popular with newlyweds and escape the hustle and worry of arranging one by visiting or communicating with an expert travel and tour operator for the best deals and tailored packages. So it’s a clear case of simply deciding on your desired romantic gateways and then enabling the experts cope with the smaller details on account, privacy, accommodation details, reserving airline tickets and activities, all depending on your budget. Health concerns are a major part of African safaris and you need to see your doctor for prescriptions and recommendations weeks before your departures.

Safari tour expert can help you make a decision on the best African safari vacation that matches the wishes of every tourist or guest.  For the birders, a trip of the Punda Maria Rest camp or Lake Naivasha delivers a sub-tropical climate with unrivaled bird watching moments and modern experience ideal for any family safari vacation. Camp Okavango along with the Moremi Game Reserve, located in the Okavango Delta, present great game drives for the sighting of lion, leopard, buffalo, rhinoceros, elephants and other animals. For a different kind of climate and ecosystem, you can visit the valley in Botswana’s Kalahari Desert. Africa tour companies provide adventure safaris, game viewing, bird watching safaris, white water safaris, Africa overland tours, trekking and nature walks, diving and water sports, educational and eco-tours and so much more.

African Safari planning Tips

African Safari companies and agents are really familiar with almost all the interesting safari destination in Africa, and can help you on the choices between Kenya safari tours, a Tanzania lion safari holidays, or suggest you make the most of Namibia safari excursions. They will even assist you to tailor safari and tour packages that cover all the destinations of an amazing African safari tour since they have very important information about African travel and tours, cultures, climate, and what to expect.

African safari tours could be stressful to take on and aren’t easy on the pocket but are often worthy of spending. You need to consult every person going with you on safari about what they expect to see, visit and enjoy and then incorporate these ideas with those from your safari tour company. Make a decision as a group, agree on the countries you’ll be visiting and the particular destination or attractions you must see to make this safari Africa tours excellent and memorable.

Whether or not you make a decision to visit East Africa, on Kenya safari tours, or prepare a trip to have Lion safaris in Tanzania, a memorable safari experience awaits. Pick on the best Tanzania or Kenya safari and tour operator to take you through trips to the famous Maasai Mara, Serengeti National Park, visit Mt. Kilimanjaro or Mt. Kenya and several coastal or historical attractions.

Making the decision may possibly be tough, but a safari tour expert can help you navigate toward a solution that meets everybody’s expectations. Some tour operators provide far better and top quality safari tours than others thus you can check out tour reviews online by several travellers. If you have found a list of the best safari and tour companies, you need to look at their safari packages and prices to narrow then down. The best African safari and tour operators always offer complete safari and tour packages that cover flights, accommodation, food and dining and transfers. Inquire about flight arrangements in the package before you make a last choice. You can also make your flights booking through a reliable travel agent.

African Wildlife safari attractions

No matter where you go on an African Overland safari; east, west, north and south- you have plenty of wildlife moments to capture through your camera, a once in a lifetime experience. A local travel agent or agency is indispensable when organizing a vacation to Africa. They possess a vast know-how of the country, and when you make your hopes presumed can design specialized safaris that offer anything you need in a comfort African safari.

Do your homework, well good before you decide on where to go. South Africa wildlife safaris are the most interesting with more than wildlife to watch on a trip. Visit the famous Kruger national park in South Africa and explore the vast landscapes and African wildlife on either a walk safari or an open vehicle game drive. There are several sights of lions, spotted hyenas, different antelope species, giraffes, cheetahs, bushbucks, crocodiles, hippos, and over 500 species of wild birds. It gets better when you find time to visit Botswana’s Okavango delta, Kalahari Desert attractions and find magnificence at Victoria Falls in Zambia surrounded by wildlife parks in serene beauty of lush forest jungles and river deltas.

East African wildlife safaris provide an experience like no other. There are several places to visit and you can not miss the annual migration of the wildebeests on a Kenya wildlife safari to Masaai Mara National park, Serengeti national park’s lion prides are something you can never skip when Tanzania Lion safari is what you are looking for. Uganda and Rwanda Safari will make you interact with the giant but coy mountain gorillas in Bwindi national park and Volcanoes national park respectively. Birding safaris in East Africa will be more rewarding with over 1500 species to catch, the pink flamingoes of Lake Naivasha, ostriches from Mara reserve, kingfishers, marabou storks, shoe-billed storks, peacocks, pelicans, egrets and so much more.  Although there are many African safari wildlife parks, each has something special about it, say its endemic bird and animals species that you can not find anywhere else.

Wildlife Safari travel tips

Any luxury Safari hotels and lodgings of an African safari are usually correctly that and everything you can imagine. Africa is actually a fantasy destination for many tourists today as it has been through the years. Almost all tourist destinations and national park will have a safari lodge to afford your overnight accommodation that suits your budget, be it luxury or cheap/ budget accommodation.

Remember to pack everything you would need on your African wildlife safari like good light clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen, wide brimmed hat, toiletries, comfortable walking shoes, a pair of binoculars and a good 300-500mm lens camera.

Pre-booking your wildlife safari travel is something every essential as it will spare you of all the hustle and problems of arranging a good African safari tour. Get in touch with a good safari and tour operator who will help book your flight travels, hotel accommodation and make your trip an easy enjoyable trip. Before getting in touch with a tour operator, check that you and other party on safari approve a spending plan and maintain it. Give yourself a little space for urgent matters, and so on. But over-all you ought to hold a certain monetary budget on your mind before you begin the process of arranging.

Your African safari is actually the adventure of a lifetime, and you will never leave behind the memory of the breathtaking mountains, the gently sloping plains, and the magnificent wild animals that has wandered for centuries. Educative and most of all lively, there is no otherholiday vacation comes even close to an African safari.

Many other small predator and birds like vultures take the spoils of killings done by the fearsome Lions. Lions have sharp claws and teeth, strong for limbs and strong sight which they used positively to advance towards their prey even when 10km away.

They are magnificent animals and have already been the subject of some television documentaries but looking at them on Television is not enough if you want to know these animals better. To really enjoy your visit they are facts and details you require acknowledging about African lions. The African lions habits the open thick savannah grasslands specked with few woods, rocky outcrops and trees from where they love to lounge in the mid-day heat.

Lions are the only cats that live in groups, also called prides. Just about all prides consist of three males, approximately a dozen females, and the cubs. Male cubs drop the pride if they may be older, building their very own prides or becoming a member in one other. Male African lions are distinguished with the locks of hair all-around their head, and also the lionesses would be the hunters of your pride. They may be ready to topple creatures significantly larger than themselves considering that they hunt in groups.

Lion safaris in Africa

The lion prides in east Africa are the most famous and are particularly screened in many documentaries. Kenya loin safaris are a good start with trips to Samburu game reserve and the famous Masaai Mara game park. East Africa is renowned for large migrations of lion prides thank to the migrations of other animals like wildebeest, hartebeest, zebras, and antelopes from which they get their daily prey. Visit Kenya in July during the time of the annual migration of wildebeest and you’ll savor prides of them on the banks of river Mara as they impatiently wait to devour the weak and hesitant prey crossing the river.

Serengeti national park is famous for large prides of lions of up to 16 members. Tanzania lion safaris are good in the wildlife crammed crater park of Ngorongoro from where they can prey on the many mammals in the park. Lions are sighted in the Kilimanjaro national park at the foot hills of Africa’s rooftop mountain. Check out Lake Manyara National park for its mystical tree climbing lions that can also be found in Queen Elizabeth National Park on a Uganda Lion safari tour. Lions are mainly nocturnal and are reputed to rest for about 20 hours a day in thick undergrowth, in a shady tree or near shades of rocky outcrops.

The rare white lions of Kruger National park, South Africa are something ghostly in the African wild. These lions are not common and are bred in South Africa with specifications for local inhibitors and are mostly reared in zoos.

African Lion safari tips

African lion safaris are not only pleasurable, they are also educative but you have to strictly follow safety precautions of your lead game ranger. The rangers have been with the animals for year and surely know their behavior, how they act in the presence of humans and where they live. An African lion safaris led by expert game ranger are secure, provided you pay attention to the rules and guidelines that you are given.

Lion safari game drives are the most interesting ways to sight lions; you’ll find many lion families in a short time. Carry you pair of binoculars and camera on the game drive for easy sighting fro a far. Do not stand up in any car or even make abrupt movements as this may irritate the lions and in defense, they’ll charge to attack. Walking out of your car is suicidal, stop if you meet the lions at close range and proceed driving slowly

You can even find these lions on the park’s track and routes resting in the roads. Understand that these lions have been born here in the wilderness or just near t by and may be familiar with the vehicles on an African lion safari game drive. The smell of petrol and exhaust fumes conceal the human odor, so feel safe the lion does not look at your vehicle being a carrier for their next meal!

In case of are on lion safaris by foot, do exactly as your guide says to avoid attacks and don’t make noisy that will provoke the lions to attack. African lion safaris offer you a genuine view in the lion’s habitat and ways in which they get by. Before considering booking a vacancy at a lion safari camp, very carefully examine African lion safari review articles to decide on the places and packages suitable for you.

What are the big five animals?

Thinking…the big five game found in the African wild are probably the hardest animals one can hunt on foot or follow on animal spoors for several miles. The big five animals are dangerous too and should be tracked cautiously.

The big five animals consist of Lion, the African elephant, leopard, Cape buffalo and the rhinoceros. Meeting all big 5 in one parks is not easy but you will meet them all in Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, Kenya, Botswana and Zimbabwe.

The African elephant is almost seen in every wildlife park in Africa, except in the Sahara. The large elephant, some called forest elephant and others bush elephants are almost hairless, with long trunks, with long curved Ivory tusks and have fan shaped ears.

The rhinos are steadily growing to be an endangered species especially with the black and white rhinos. The Cape buffalo or called African buffalo are also a regular sighting in the savannah grasslands. The leopard is a large spotted predator often found in the savannah and forested areas. Within sight is the Lion, a popular animal on Africa wildlife safaris.

Lion safaris are often a favorite for tourists to Serengeti Park in Tanzania, Kruger park in South Africa, some tree climbing species found in Lake Manyara Park in Tanzania and from Queen Elizabeth National park in Uganda.  The males have black mane on their heads living in prides of up to 20 members.

The best time to visit Africa on Big Five safari and enjoy game viewing, is all year around. Each time you decide to visit, you will see these animals. The dry season are a plus for predators form the big 5 (leopard and lion) as they stalk on the various prey that visit the different water points. Night Game drives are good for the predator hunt often finding them feeding on an unfortunate prey animal like antelopes

Big 5 safari tips

As you prepare your Big five African safari, pack the right safari clothes. Clothes that will give all the comfort you need as you explore the park. Examples of safari clothes include jeans, vests, Khaki, shirts, jackets, hats, shoes and boots. Avoid bright colors; you may be easily identified by the animals. Take natural colors such as khaki and other colors that blend well with the environment. A safari jacket with many side packets will help you carry small items such as cameras, binoculars and many others.

To get the most adventure of safari, plan for a game drive, this will give the opportunity to see large concentrations of hippos, crocodiles and other animals. Early morning is the best time for seeing the animals and because of the heat; they are usually resting in the afternoon or are only discovered at the shores of the lake.

Penguins on Boulders Beach South Africa

Beach holidays in South Africa

South Africa beaches are one of the famous beach holiday destinations particularly from cape town. You’ll find roadside palm fringed beach resorts with sparkling turquoise waters, charming hotels and retreats that will give you the relaxation and peace you are searching for.

Popular cape town beach resorts include Camps Bay Retreat nested in a remote location near Glen beach and clifton. South cross beach house  overlook another beach holiday resort called Pletternberg set on the route to Garden Route. all beach retreats and hotels offer realx swimming pools, diving, whale watching from Long beach, fising and sea kayaking.

Mozambique beach holidays

Mozambique Island – was proclaimed a World Heritage Site in 1991 and it lies four kms off the coast of Mozambique. For hundreds of years it was a major trading port. The island was completely fortified by the Portuguese and it is a fascinating town of huge architectural appeal, with strong Arabic and Indian influences. Beach holidays in Mozambique will include remote trips to palm fringed beaches, unbeatable diving and snorkelling in the exotic coral reefs, visits to different marine parks like Gorongosa, Niassa reserve and also Ibo island visits.

Ibo is the main one of 31 lovely islands in the Quirimbas Archipelago. Ibho was once a major trading post for slaves and ivory and was an important town during the Portuguese rule. The remains of three forts, a cathedral and numerous palatial homes are wosrth seeing. The waters off the coast are home to coral reefs, sea turtles, colorful tropical fish, dolphin, whales and the rare dugong.

You don’t have to worry about Mozambique beach holiday accommodation with options available from Banguerra luxury beach resort, Quirimbas, gorongosa tented safari camp and other self catering facilities.

East Africa Beach Holidays

The coast of east Africa and its neighboring is another popular Africa beach holiday destination from Zanzibar, Pemba, Seychelles and Mauritius islands. East African beach holidays, particularly Tanzania beach holidays in Pemba and Mafia re relatively inexpensive with a wide variety of beach lodges, holidays and resorts that offer all kind of accommodation.

Mozambique Beach Resorts

Pemba located further to the north of the Tanzania coast, in the province of Cabo Delgado, was once known as Porto Amelia. Though the name may have changed, the unspoilt natural beauty of this coastal town has remained unchanged over the years.

Local tradition says that if all the ships in the world anchored within Pemba’s 13,000 hectares of land-locked water there would still be room for more ships. Looking down from the town over rolling hills, a mix of modern buildings and wooden huts set amongst thick forests of baobab trees, the view of this beautiful blue bay is not easily forgotten.

The most popular destination here is Zanzibar with stretches of Palm Beach resorts, turquoise waters, beautiful coral gardens and marine parks that attract many international divers. popular pastimes include diving on the coral reefs and boat trips, dhow trips and cruise rides, wind surfing, kite surfing, swimming and many other water sports and adventures.

Seychelles and Mauritius islands are more popular with Beach Honeymoon holidays. The ambiance of both these islands is romantic, relaxing and sets the right mood for honeymoons for newly weds and lovers. Find some of the most amazing specials and offers from Mahe islands retreats like Anse beachcomber, Forbans Chalets, Praslin islands has Lemuria resort beaches to enjoy and Hotel Archipel plus other interesting holiday and island resorts.

Consider booking your beach holiday and honeymoon packages from any travel and tour operators and from online Africa travel websites that will help you choose on the best Beach holiday destinations and the right beach accommodation that fits into your budget.