Myths and Truths About African Safaris
Most people have that one travel destination in mind when they're thinking about where they'd eventually like to go - at least once - before they die. For many, that destination is Africa!
But who wants to sit idly by in a hotel when you can get outdoors, mingle with nature, and witness the beauty of animals roaming free without borders, gates, or cages. I not only like to go on African safaris myself, but I love helping other people fulfill their own dreams.
The planning process and anticipation is almost as exciting as the actual trip! The time of year that you should go on an African safari will depend on what region you go to. You don't want to go during the rainy season.
When it's dry, the roads are better, wild animals stay near watering holes (making it easier to find them), and your own comfort will be increased. Ask your travel agent what time of year is best for the region you're traveling to on safari.
A safari gives way to many activities - not just watching animals through binoculars. You can take a ride in a canoe, go on hikes, ride elephants, horses, or camels, camp, golf, fish, take a hot air balloon, or go scuba diving!
Most people hear "safari" and automatically envision riding in the back of a jeep watching lions, but you have a myriad of choices when it comes to activities you can plan.
Keep This in Mind When Planning Your African Safari
An African safari can be as rugged or luxurious as you want it to be!The more high-end you go with your planning, the more expensive it will be. But there's a safari in everyone's price-range.
You can go on an organized group tour or take an individual trip. The safari may include activities and meals, or they might be added on as you use them on your trip, so make sure you check with your travel agent about what you'll be paying for once you arrive.
Depending on who you travel with, you may be limited in where you can stay. Some safari camps don't let children under 12 or adults over 65 stay as guests. And remember - while out in the wild, it helps to be with a group that can be quiet, so small children may not be suitable.
If possible, go with a safari guide who can showcase his or her area of expertise and educate you about the African animals and ecology. The knowledge they've acquired over the years can enhance your experience.Whether you're going to Botswana, Tanzania, Kenya, Namibia, or elsewhere, try to find a travel agent who specializes in African safari vacations to help you plan your trip.
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An Exclusive Club Reserved for the Most Adventurous Travelers!
A new club has been launched called Your Mystery Trip - and as the name implies, your travel plans remain a mystery until you arrive at the airport to leave!
The premise behind the group is that only top notch adventure enthusiasts join with the intention of allowing someone else to plan the specifics of the trip to locales you might not have considered on your own, but are exciting and fun!
Each trip costs $2,500 ($50 is non-refundable), and it includes insurance. Most trips are domestic, but some take you to places like Canada, Mexico, Hawaii or the Caribbean. You might be traveling by land or by sea - you won't know ahead of time, but you will get hints along the way.
Before you arrive at the airport, you will receive information about what to pack, incidentals, or specific travel requirements related to the vacation, such as whether or not you need a passport.
Trips are between 5-7 days and leave from Los Angeles or Ontario and usually take place at the end of May. (More expensive non-mystery trips take place September through November).You have to put down a deposit for half the trip within 30 days of the trip announcement, and the final payment is due by January 15th. If you have an inclination to be daring, adventurous, and love the taste of the unknown, then Your Mystery Trip is the type of group you ought to consider joining!
African Safaris Aren't Your Only Travel Destination
Kay Trotman, of Travellistics.com, is an expert travel advisor who can help you plan a trip to nearly everywhere, from Disneyland to Mt. Kilimanjaro!
She knows exactly how to meet your demands. When you work with Kay, you're not talking to an ordinary travel agent who sits behind a desk pushing paper for a living. She actually travels the world herself, using her photography skills to capture the beauty of the landscape and animals she encounters.
If you like to climb mountains, love to lay out by the pool sipping Mojitos, or are interested in a specific type of travel destination, such as an eco-friendly sort of trip, then Kay can help you develop an itinerary you'll be amazed by! The Safari Companion
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What It Means to Go on Safari
A safari () is an overland journey. It usually refers to a trip by tourists to Africa, traditionally for a big-game hunt; today the term often refers to a trip taken not for the purposes of hunting, but to observe and photograph big game and other wildlife. There is a certain theme or style associated with the word, which includes khaki clothing, belted bush jackets, pith helmets or slouch hats, and animal skins?like leopard's skin.
