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An African safari is a bucket-list adventure offering unforgettable memories. The continent offers a diverse range of safari experiences, from classic game drives in renowned national parks to more specialised adventures like walking safaris and gorilla trekking. See these can’t-miss ones, each offering unique wildlife encounters and landscape.
Serengeti National Park
Chances are that you have dreamt of Africa, and when you did, you probably dreamt of the Serengeti. This is home to the Great Migration and may well be one of the last true natural wonders. This World Heritage Site is teeming with wildlife: over 2 million ungulates, 4,000 lions, 1,000 leopard, 550 cheetahs and some 500 bird species inhabit an area close to 15,000 square kms. Gaze upon the Great Migration in awe or see everything from a bird’s-eye view at sunrise on a hot air balloon safari. Rickshaw Travel Group offers a range of customised packages.
Masai Mara National Reserve
Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya, East Africa is a scenic expanse of gently rolling African savannah bordering the Serengeti to the south. Masai Mara is a unique wildlife conservation haven famous for its spectacular natural diversity of wildlife. Large numbers of lions, cheetah, elephant, rhino, African buffalo, wildebeest, giraffe, zebra and many more are found in the park. The reserve has been voted one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. Located on the slopes of Oloolaimutia Hills within the reserve is the Masai Mara Sopa Lodge offering 50 beautiful cottages.
Kruger National Park
This park in South Africa is one of the most visited parks for a safari because of it is easy to access from Johannesburg and has numerous accommodation options and price points. It is also a hit with families and older travellers because the driving through the park is less bumpy. A common criticism, however, is that some parts of the park are close to suburban areas, and it is possible to see things like fences or even power lines. Tours range from exclusive private safaris to affordable group safaris.
Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls, located on the border of Zimbabwe and Zambia, offers a unique safari experience combining the awe-inspiring natural wonder with wildlife viewing opportunities. Visitors can enjoy guided tours on both the Zimbabwean and Zambian sides of the falls, along with activities like game drives, river cruises, and cultural immersions. Many travellers find this to be an ideal way to break up a safari. Livingstone in Zambia and Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe each has their own airport.
Volcanoes National Park
This is a highlight of Rwanda and home to endangered mountain gorillas. Gorilla trekking is a major attraction, with 12 habituated families and limited daily permits. The park is also linked to Dian Fossey’s conservation work. It is one of the three homes of the endangered mountain gorillas within the Virunga Mountains. A gorilla tour is a life-changing experience which rewards travellers with a close encounter to our wild cousins. Gorilla tracking tours in Volcanoes national park lead visitors to the park’s 12 habituated gorilla groups.
