| An African Safari vacation can be a dangerous | | | | wild. |
| experience if you don't take the proper | | | | Some of the more popular lion safari destinations |
| precautions before leaving for on of the most | | | | include the Masai Mara National reserve in Kenya, |
| mysterious and vast continents on the planet. | | | | particularly during the months of the wildbeast |
| Obviously, running into an African lion in his own | | | | migration. South Africa's vast Kruger National |
| backyard is dangerous but I'm talking about taking | | | | Park, Botswana's magnificent Central Kalahari, |
| the proper preparation measures and knowing | | | | Chobe and Linyati parks and Tanzania's famous |
| what to wear, where to go and having the | | | | reserves, from the Serengeti to Lake Victoria. |
| necessary documents with you all the time! | | | | The African lion is not the only famous "jungle |
| What You Need To Take On African Safari | | | | icon" you'll witness in this amazing landscape. One |
| It's amazing how often the simple things are | | | | of Africa's great attraction is it's landscape |
| overlooked. For example safari wear is vital. On | | | | extremes. From thick jungle to open plains and |
| this trip though you don't want to be too | | | | waterways, if you are a student of photography |
| overburdened with luggage in fact, traveling light is | | | | then you'll be in your element. |
| always best. | | | | Mobile And Walking Safaris |
| What to wear on safari? It's light clothing in | | | | Mobile safaris are the preferred way of seeing |
| summer and light and heavy during winter. Days | | | | Africa. This is because of it's vastness, it makes |
| can be hot in many parts of Africa however, the | | | | sense being mobile. It also gives people the |
| nights can be extremely cool. There are some | | | | opportunity to get closer to some of the wildlife. |
| pretty friendly insects in mighty Africa so insect | | | | On many occasions, guides may decide it's safe |
| repellent is a must while sunscreen is also a good | | | | enough to do a little walking which is a great |
| idea along with a hat or hats! | | | | experience. |
| Be on your guard all the time, particularly in urban | | | | On the other hand, walking safaris are the best |
| areas and I.D. should be with you all the time; | | | | way to enjoy the surroundings. Obviously, with |
| even when you go to bed at night, make sure it's | | | | experienced and legitimate guides, you won't be |
| in a place you can remember. | | | | led into dangerous situations. There are many |
| Popular Safari Destinations | | | | walking safari options available including backpack |
| African lion safaris are always popular. With the | | | | expeditions or following well worn trails. Tanzania, |
| African lion coming under scrutiny in recent years | | | | Kenya and Botswana offer some excellent |
| with dwindling numbers many people are taking | | | | walking options. |
| advantage of seeing this magnificent beast in the | | | | |