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