Experience Safari Packages With a Difference

When you think about going on a safari in AfricaUsually for small groups, walking safaris range in
you normally think of traveling by jeep but youduration from an hour long usually in the morning
maybe surprised to learn that there are someor early evening to day long treks with overnight
other great options available.lodge or safari tent accommodation.
1. Self DriveThese types of safaris are completely safe as
For the experienced adventurer, family groupsthe group is escorted by an armed guide. Imagine
and those on a budget a self drive safari throughwalking across the vast savannas and spotting a
South Africa's national parks (you cannot selfpride of lions and being able to observe them at
drive in the private parks) will hold great appeal. Aclose range!
2WD will be fine for travel in most parks although4. Elephant Safari
if you want to get off-road a 4WD will allow youThere are quite a number of game reserves that
to see more.offer an elephant safari. The big benefit is that
The downside for self drive is that you miss outyou are more likely to see game atop an elephant
on the expertise of a guide and have to rely onbecause the animals are more used to elephants
your own navigating abilities.than they are to humans and vehicles.
2. Hot Air BalloonAn experienced elephant handler is in charge and
This type of safari is becoming a very popularthe safari usually lasts for 1 1/2 hours and often
option albeit they are of course the mosttimes will also include food and drink. On some
expensive safari style. Most balloon trips lasttours you may also be lucky enough to get to
about an hour and are usually accompanied bywalk alongside the elephants-a really remarkable
either a champagne breakfast orexperience.
supper(depending on the time of day you areIf elephants are not your thing then a number of
flying).game reserves also offer safaris on horse-back.
3. Walking Safari