| It's amazing how a person's adventurous spirit | | | | need." |
| gets a wake up call by simply watching a Tarzan | | | | So there it was. Ten minutes ago I thought going |
| re-run. | | | | on safari in Africa meant suiting up in Jungle Jim |
| "Hey," I thought. "I'm due for a holiday. I've | | | | gear and carrying a rifle. How naive. There is a |
| always wanted to visit Africa. What about an | | | | variable smorgasbord of holidays available. I was |
| African Safari?" What about it indeed! | | | | recommended to consider the privatefamily safari. |
| So I rang my local travel centre and posed the | | | | Reason being; not only do you get a private use |
| question..."What do you have in the way of | | | | vehicle but yourvery own guides. How neat! The |
| African Safaris?" The chirpy voice on the other | | | | good thing about this type of safari is you can |
| end of the line immediatelyresponded.."Sir, you've | | | | travel at your own pace and there are plenty of |
| certainly come to the right place. What type of | | | | great camps to choose from along the way. Now |
| safari are you interested in?" | | | | all I've got to decide is in which location I'm |
| Pausing for a moment just a little confused by | | | | heading. |
| her question I replied. "Err.. an African Safari. Is | | | | African Safaris come in all shapes and sizes. You |
| there a choice?" | | | | could decide on a private or group Mobile Tented |
| "Oh Yes," the response came back. "Do you want | | | | Camp Safari. These are a great way to get close |
| to rough it or do you want to stay in five star | | | | to the natural wildlife. Well, close being the most |
| accomodation? Are you after a Flying Safari, | | | | sensible and safest distance from any harm. |
| Group, Guided or Honeymoon Safari? What about | | | | There are Flying Safaris - so called because you're |
| a Family Safari? Or if you've got time to burn | | | | first flown to your destination reserve and then |
| youcould look at an Overland Safari." | | | | chauffered to your designated camp site in true |
| This girl really knew her stuff. Did she what! But I | | | | African cross country style. Then there is the |
| was left just a little confused. "I just want to go | | | | private safari which suits those ofus who aren't |
| on an African Safari," I responded after another | | | | comfortable with crowds. These are excellent |
| long pause. "Lions, elephants, giraffes and thick | | | | simply because you can tailor your own itinerary. |
| jungle. I want to see Africa just like it's portrayed | | | | Those among you who like being around people |
| in Tarzan." | | | | and making new friends will look at a Group Safari. |
| Again there was a slight pause. "I can't believe I | | | | Despite being more punctual and where time |
| just said that," thinking out loud. "This girl must | | | | deadlines play a part, these are great because of |
| think I'm two bricks short of a house." Then quick | | | | their cost effectiveness. |
| as a flash I spruiked..."Something the kids will | | | | And the list goes on... Oh, did I mention Self-Drive |
| remember!" | | | | Safaris. These are only recommended in countries |
| "Oh, you want information on the Family Safari. | | | | such as South Africa because of it's first class |
| Great choice!" | | | | road systems. |
| "Yes, that's it. A Family Safari. Do you have | | | | The type of adventure you want is only limited |
| brochures?" | | | | by your imagination. Just check with your local |
| "Sure sir. Just pop in at your earliest convenience | | | | travel agent for the best options. |
| and ask for Sara. I'll have all the information you | | | | |