How do I choose where to go on safari?

How to Choose the Right Safari Destination
  1. 1 Choose the right time of the year to go.
  2. 2 Decide what you want to see.
  3. 3 Decide which part of Africa to explore.
  4. 4 List your must-do experiences.
  5. 5 Keep in mind who you're traveling with.




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1. Kenya. Kenya is undoubtedly one of the best destinations for your first safari, with a vast array of landscapes and classic activities for you to enjoy.

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If you're a first-time safari-goer, we highly recommend planning a longer trip to make it well worth your while. As a general rule of thumb about two weeks (or 10 full days minimum) is a good amount of time to properly enjoy your first time in Africa.

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An African safari costs anywhere between $125 and $1,500 per person per night. A budget safari averages $150 per night, mid-range $350 and luxury $750. The extreme top-safaris can easily go up to $1,500 per night, or more!

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Toilet Stops on Safari This is one of the most common safari questions that we receive. Going to the bathroom while on safari is a little different from going at home. Actually, it's a lot different. Park entrances, picnic areas and lodges usually have bathrooms but on game drives and walks, you 'go' in the bush.

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Botswana, Safest Country in Africa for Safari In addition to being ranked as the safest African safari country, Botswana is also one of the most rewarding safari destinations. Although it is not the cheapest country in Africa for a safari, it is also not the most expensive.

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A lot goes into the cost of running a remote safari lodge, Addison added, especially when taking into consideration high taxes, conservation fees and national park levies. Generally our experience is that it takes at least five years to pay off a lodge before it even starts to make money, he said.

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In safari camps and lodges you'll normally find a gratuity box and anything put in this will be distributed to all members of the general camp staff from the chefs to the laundry attendants. We suggest something around $10-20 per person per day (so $20-$40 if you're a couple).

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3 pairs of trousers: Comfortable, fashionable, and easy to find in earthy colors, chino are the ideal safari pants. You can also consider cargo pants or culottes or even a pair of jeans. Just don't wear anything too tight.

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Can you wear white on safari? White stands out more than any other colour in the African bush and so isn't suitable for safari activities.

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Wash your hair in the evening or at night, and the following morning apply your leave-in product on the length and ends of your hair. This will help save time and also leave you with manageable hair in the morning. If your have a greasy scalp issue, shampoo your hair twice before conditioning.

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For a safari experience, we recommend a safari budget that typically falls between $1,000-$2,000+ per person sharing, per night. This safari budget would include accommodations, meals, internal air and most activities.

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Tips on How to Book an Affordable African Safari
  1. Stay Longer in One Place. ...
  2. Choose the Right Destination. ...
  3. Use a Local Safari Operator. ...
  4. Consider a Self-Drive Holiday. ...
  5. Compromise on Luxury. ...
  6. Travel During Low / Green Season.


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The temperature often warms up during the day, so it is best to dress in layers.
  • Clothes in khaki, green, beige and neutral colours.
  • T-shirts.
  • Shorts or a light skirt.
  • Jeans or safari trousers for evenings and cooler days.
  • Jackets, windbreaker, fleece, sweaters for early morning and late afternoon game drives.


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