Why is Africa called the Great safari?

Africa is known as the great safari because a huge lot of tourists make a trip to Africa with the purpose of enjoying wild life. The sanctuaries and National Parks in Africa are occupied with different species which the tourists admire.



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Here are some of the most endangered animals in Africa, and where you may have the unique opportunity to encounter them.
  • Pangolin. ...
  • Bat-Eared Fox. ...
  • African Wild Dog. ...
  • Aardvark. ...
  • Caracal. ...
  • Honey Badger. ...
  • Serval. ...
  • Black Rhino.


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Will I see snakes on my African hunting safari? Although there are many snakes in Africa including venomous varieties such as the cobra, puff adder and black mamba, hunters being bitten by snakes is a very rare occurrence. Snake encounters can be minimized by hunting during the winter months (June-August).

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On this page you'll find 13 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to safari, such as: trek, hunt, journey, quest, and trip.

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Safari guides (also known as field guides and nature site guides), act as interpreters of the natural world. They conduct guided experiences for guests at a lodge, private reserve or national park. They're able to observe animal behaviour and explain things to guests in an entertaining and insightful manner.

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In Swahili, safari means journey or expedition. The word has been used in English since the late 19th century to talk about hunting trips to Africa, the clothing these hunters would wear, and more recently, a journey taken to observe or photograph African animals.

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