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African Family Safari

 

Many people are looking for fun and exciting ways to travel with their families. There are many things to consider, and one of them is African family safari vacation. Safari is referred to as an overland journey and is associated to a trip to Africa. There are many things that you can do while in a family safari vacation. You can do some hunting, hiking, and other fun adventure. Read through this page and learn more about African family safaris.

Botswana Safaris 

Botswana is one of the finest safari destinations in Africa. And in the heart of Botswana's wildlife and safari area lays Okavango Delta, the world's largest inland delta. This is also the place where Africa's third largest river can be seen.

The Delta forms one of the world's finest ecosystems teeming with all kinds of flora and fauna. This can be considered as a paradise for wildlife watchers, a place that can give them unique and unforgettable safari experience.

The Chobe River to the north of the Delta is within easy driving distance of Victoria Falls and attracts some of Africa's largest elephant herds. South of the Delta the incredible Nxai and Makgadikgadi pans, shimmer in the African sun eventually giving way to the stunning sand dunes of the Kalahari and its Bushmen communities.

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Botswana Safaris Travel Tips 

Here are some things that you need to know about Botswana Safari Vacation:

  • The best time to safari in Botswana is on the month of April to October. But for bird watching enthusiasts, December to May is particularly good.

  • The waters of the Okavango Delta are usually at their highest in the middle of the dry season from late July to early August.

  • Game viewing is another way to relax and is considered as one excellent destination for a family safari.

  • Safaris in Zimbabwe, Namibia, South Africa or Zambia can easily be combined with Botswana.

Kenya Safaris 

As to most people, Kenyan landscape symbolizes Africa. The first organized wildlife vacations can be seen in Kenya. And because of its diversity in landscape as well as in culture, there are many people who visit Kenya than to any other country in Africa.

There is a wide variety of national park and privaet concession areas in Kenya that can offer a breathtaking natural experience. The access to Kenyan safari areas is very possible from a wide range of excellent safari camps.

One of the most popular safari destinations in Kenya is Masai Mara Reserve. This is where the annula migration of wildebeest and zebreas takes place from the month of July to October. Other popular destinations are Amboseli National Park, Lewa Conservancy and Meru National Park. If you are looking for a walking vacation, horse safari or fishing and bird watching vacation, then you can explore Chyulu Hills.

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African Safari Honeymoons 

If you are planning to have a romantic honeymoon, you can consider a honeymoon in Africa. You can have a stop and have some relaxing moment at the River Club on the banks of Zambezi near to Victoria Falls. You can also visit Mombo concession, where game viewing is incredible with very dense animal concentrations particularly predators. You can take a direct flight to the Namibian capital Windhoek where you can stop at Hilltop House with a comfortable bed and breakfast. You can stay for three nights on Schoeman's fly-in safari where you will experience extraordinary visions of Skeleton Coast, Damaraland and Kaokoland.

These are only some of the places you would experience on your African safari honeymoon. Learn more about Safari Honeymoons and have an experience of a lifetime.

Safari Vacation Pictures 

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African Safari Videos 


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Family safari 

Family safari is one great way to travel with your loved ones. Here are some of tips that you may consider in your family safari adventure.


  • Relaxation is important on safari. So, you can bring along some of your favorite past time such as playing card, ipods, and any other things that can help relax your mind.

  • In your family safari, you don't need to be conservative in your plans. Children are often braver that you think they are. With your proper care and with the aid of your expert tour guides, this can be a great adventure for you and your children.

  • You need to enjoy every place you travel. Slow down your pace. When travelling with your family, it is good to stay for three nights on every camp. Everyone should make the most of the safari experience.

  • Dress to impress. Hats and sunscreen are essential, but Africa can also be cold, especially at night. We can advise whether warm clothes will be necessary. Safari clothes are best in muted colors: too much contrast frightens off game.


  • Read more about Family Safari.

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tdove wrote...

This sounds amazing. I would love to go on an African safari.

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KimGiancaterino wrote...

Welcome to All Things Travel.

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