AFRICAN WILDLIFE
What African Wildlife will you see on safari?
When thinking of African Wildlife we often think first of the Big Five; the elephant, the lion, rhino, leopard and the African buffalo - but there is also the Small Five, the Ugly Five and a vast array of other fascinating wildlife to be spotted!
The different regions of Africa’s many countries that lay host to these magical encounters, offer options to seek out and enjoy your African wildlife safari dreams.
Zimbabwe is one of the most revered African wildlife safari destinations with vast open plains, an abundance of wildlife and within relatively easy access. Here you’ll look to sight the African bush elephant, black rhinoceros, southern giraffe, leopard and lion, herds of zebra and a variety of antelope, and that’s just a start!
Botswana’s sweeping savannah plains and the impressive wetland oasis of the Okavango Delta, is home to some of Africa’s most diverse wildlife. Huge herds of zebra grazing on the plains, giraffe, antelopes, wildebeest, wild dog and hyenas. Prides of lion move amongst buffalo, elephants, and buffalo.
South Africa is often the starting point of any safari and one of the richest biodiverse hotspots in all of Africa. Birdlife, marine life and the animals that occupy the central plateaus and mountain regions offer an incredible opportunity to spot your photographic prey. A UNESCO park that contains some of the most popular desired sightings including elephants, zebras, rhinos, leopards, cheetahs, lions, hyenas hippos and a variety of antelope.
Explore the wilds of Rwanda to observe the majestic mountain gorilla. With a backdrop of endless mountains and volcanoes, thick bamboo forests and lush landscapes, there are gentle safaris to enjoy this rare experience.
It doesn’t stop there! Combination or standalone countries including Kenya, Tanzania, Namibia, and Zambia. The African wildlife here showcases the Great Migration which covers some 2000 kilometres over a year-long journey of animals migrating through Tanzania and Kenya. Zambia is home to monkeys, baboons and is a birdwatchers paradise; pelicans, cranes, ducks, geese, ostrich and the beautiful flamingos are just the start.
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