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African Safari Information

Africa safari information and tips to help plan your African safari. This guide to African safaris includes tips on how to choose your safari, safari tour operators, safari photos, big five information, top safari destinations, adventure safaris, family safaris and more.
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Top Ten African Safari Destinations

Top Ten African Safari Destinations includes the best wildlife parks in Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, South Africa, Zambia, Botswana and Gabon.

When to go on Safari

When to go on Safari. Find out the best time to go on an African safari in Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Uganda, Zimbabwe and Zambia. There's also a month by month guide to the best safari destinations in Africa as well as a guide for those interested in the best time to see gorillas, chimpanzees, birds and whales.

Safari Planner

The Safari Planner will help you make sense of the variety of safari combinations that are out there and to choose the one that best fits your animal-viewing desires.

Family Safaris in Africa

Information about family safaris in Africa. Recommended family-friendly safaris, accommodations and countries to visit in Africa. Tips on keeping your children happy and safe while on safari in Africa.

Baby Animals on Safari in Africa

There's nothing cuter than a baby elephant, giraffe, zebra or warthog. When you are planning a safari in Africa you may be interested to know when the best time might be to see baby animals, especially newborn animals. Here's a list of popular baby animals, and where and when the best chance might be of seeing them in the wild. Of course, the...

How to Make a Luxury Safari in Africa More Affordable

How to Make a Luxury Safari in Africa More Affordable. Tips on booking a luxury safari at a reasonable price without losing the benefits of expert guides, great accommodation, food and comfort.

The Annual Migration of Wildebeest and Zebra in East Africa

The Annual Migration of Wildebeest and Zebra in East Africa is one of nature's biggest spectacles. Find out where and when you can see the migration, best places to stay and some fun facts.

Gorilla Tracking in Rwanda

Photos and information about gorilla tracking in Rwanda's Parc National des Volcans. I had the fortune to track the Sabinyo group on a sunny June day in Rwanda's Virunga volcanoes. Coming face to face with these rare and beautiful creatures was an incredible experience. Find out how you can track gorillas and what to expect on this great...

Malaria Free Safaris in Africa

Malaria free safaris can be experienced in many parts of South Africa. Find out where to stay and see the "Big Five" and much more on a malaria-free safari in South Africa's Eastern Cape region, Waterberg, Madikwe and the North Province. Malaria free safaris are perfect for families traveling with children, the elderly, and anyone who can't or...

Is Going on Safari Dangerous?

Is Going on Safari Dangerous? Tips to help you avoid an unwelcome confrontation with a wild animal either in a vehicle or on foot, while on safari in Africa.

Cheap African Safaris

Cheap African Safari tips. A guide to budget safaris in Africa with tips on how to find a cheap safari operator and save on camping, park fees and more. This article will help you find an affordable safari in Africa and still see all the animals.

Your African Safari

Your African safari experiences. African safari travelogues and reviews. Share your African safari experiences with others. Users share their African safari adventures, what animals they saw, where they stayed, what parks were visited.See submissions

Gorilla Safaris

With only about 650 mountain gorilla's left in the world seeing them in the wild is something only few people will ever have the chance to experience. This article will tell you where you can see both types of gorillas, where to stay, give you an idea of the costs involved and help you choose the best safari company to go with.

Safari Packing List

Safari Packing List. Find out what to pack for your African safari.

Top 10 Animals to See on Safari in Africa

Discover the top ten animals you should see when on safari in Africa. From the Big 5, to the elegant giraffe, swift cheetah, scary crocodile and rare mountain gorilla, here's a list of "must-see" animals that makes an African safari so exciting and worthwhile.

What is the "Green Season" in Africa?

What is the "Green Season" in Africa? The "green season" in Africa is the best time to get discounts on a safari. Find out when the "green season" falls in east and southern Africa, and why it could be the worst or best time to go on safari.

Safari Ethics

Some thoughts about chasing around the "Big Five" and other issues when choosing an ethical safari.

Safari Experts Interview

Interview with Tim Lapage of Safari Experts. Tim was a bush pilot in Kenya and now runs his own flying safaris. He's also an explorer, conservationist and runs his own safari company.

Birds of Kenya - Birding Safaris in Kenya

Birds of Kenya. Photos of birds in Kenya that you can see while on safari. Kenya is home to hundreds of species of birds. These images of Kenya's birds include flamingos, ostriches, vultures, kingfishers, eagles, hornbills, pelicans, cranes and many more. You can see many bird species on any Kenyan safari, but for serious birders there are...

Spotting Wildlife in Africa

A safari's success is usually measured in the number of animals you've seen along the way. Here are some tips that will help you maximize your wildlife viewing successes. Where to look for wildlife, the best time to go on a safari, what to bring on a safari and more.

Tanzania Safari Planner

Tanzania Safari. This Tanzania safari planner has information about Tanzania's national parks and reserves in the South, West and North of Tanzania; the best time to go on safari in Tanzania; recommended safari tour operators in Tanzania; What to bring on safari in Tanzania; Where to stay on safari in Tanzania; Transport to Tanzania; Getting...

Photos of a Tanzanian Safari

Photos from a Tanzanian safari taken in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Region of Tanzania. The safari included a walking safari, a cultural safari with the Hadzabe of the Lake Eyasi region and a traditional safari using 4x4 vehicles. The photos were taken in January/February 2007 by Erika Bloom and include wildlife, local tribes and scenery.

Submit Your Best Safari Photo

Submit your best safari photo. Share your African safari memories with us and tell us where and how you shot your favorite wildlife photo. See submissions

Overlanding in Africa

Overlanding in Africa is one of the best ways for adventure travelers to experience the beauty and diversity of Africa. Overland trips in Africa often includes travel to several countries and usually last between two weeks to 6 months. Overlanding in Africa is for those who enjoy participatory camping and roughing it a little.

Breakfasting With an Elephant in South Africa

Close encounter with an elephant at the Hilltop Lodge in the Hluhluwe Game Reserve, Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa.

Photo Gallery: Okavango Delta, Botswana

A wonderful collection of safari photos by Dave Hutchinson who visited the Okavango Delta, Botswana in September 2004. Lion, spotted hyena, newborn elephant, warthog, zebra and more.

Uganda: A Photo Tour

This photo tour highlights some of the best Uganda as to offer including mountain gorillas, tree-climbing lions, excellent National Parks and lodges, lush mountain ranges, Murchison Falls and the source of the Nile. Uganda is also known as one of the safest and friendliest countries on the continent.

Souvenir Shopping in Africa

Tips on shopping for souvenirs in Africa which will take you to bazaars, souqs, medinas and markets. You can barter and bargain for cotton, gold, wood carvings, water-pipes, beadwork and more. Just be careful you don't buy something illegal.

A Nature Guide to Southern African Wildlife

A Safari becomes a much richer experience if you are knowledgeable about the flora and fauna around you. This guide provides excellent information and photos.

African National Parks

A directory of all national parks and reserves in Africa from the famous to the obscure. Very useful if you have an itinerary and want some quick information about the parks you are visiting.

Tips for Taking Photos on Safari in Africa

Tips for Taking Photos on Safari in Africa

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