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Only a few years ago the idea of flying to Africa for a honeymoon would have seemed outrageous. Now a safari is one of the most popular types of honeymoons amongst well-travelled couples who want a little more excitement than two weeks lying in the sun. A safari honeymoon is not just about viewing game. You can stay in stunning remote camps, take hot air balloon rides at dawn, arrange champagne breakfasts in the bush, visit local villages and then crash out on a beautiful white sand beach. Grootbos South Africa At first glance you might think the Grootbos Private Nature Reserve looks a bit worthy. A five-star eco-resort in South Africa's Western Cape, it's so environmentally friendly that it...

r National Park is located in South Africa, and is considered one of the best game sanctuaries in all of Africa. This park is the home to 130 different mammals, 114 reptile species, and 468 various types of birds. While staying in some of the most luxurious and stylish accommodations in the country, you stand a very good chance of seeing each of what is considered the “big five”: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino. It is a combination of all of these factors that make a South Africa Kruger safari one of the most sought after types of holidays in this region. Keep in mind that these amazing travel packages will also come with a hefty price tag, so save your pennies for what is...

It is confusing I think, for the first time traveller to plan a safari to Tanzania. Many subjects are covered about travel to Tanzania on the web and in an amazing selection of specialist travel books. Emphatic statements and sage advice is churned out ad nauseam in order to help plan a safari. The problem is that so much misinformation is given and how do we sift the bad from the good? I will try to cover some basic concerns here and maybe put right some of the misinformation. A little learning is a dangerous thing and with the internet so accessible decrement has to employed. If you look at many sites for Tanzania you see how many of them seem to copy each others content. This morning I...

Are you planning  for asafari?Do you know what are the problems you will face while on your safari?Then if not  hear we have A Travellers Quide  To Safari  Photography for you, Preparing  For  A Departure. When preparing you need to put to consideration very many aspects but we will only touch on the photography Tips as we dont want you to be dissappointed after spending alot of money on asafari and you are unable to get the right results.It is always unwise to commence a holiday with new untested equipment.With digital cameras,take some pictures on each of your memory cards and check that they download correctly onto your computer.For adigital multimedia storage device,check that your memory...

n Comfort Luxury wildlife safaris are one of the ultimate holiday choices for relaxation and unforgettable experiences. Luxury lodges and tented camps in stunning locations allow you to enjoy the wild in comfort. Luxury wildlife safaris are one of the ultimate holiday choices for relaxation and unforgettable experiences. Once upon a time a safari was a rough and ready affair of basic lodging and we put up with the discomfort for the rewards of spending time out in the majestic wild landscapes, viewing wild animals in their natural state and reconnecting with the elemental side of ourselves. Today the savvy traveller who looks for both style and comfort can choose from a...

African Safaris have always intrigued people who keep an adventurous bent of mind. The cravings of the jungle are so prominent, in the keen safari buffs, that they just cannot let go any opportunity of doing a Safari. Safari in an African country can fit in perfectly with people who are intending to set the jungle tracks on fire this year, and are desperately waiting for the moment when their eyes will spot the tiger pug-marks. Summer is the best time to go on a Safari Outing! An African Safari is indeed an exhilarating experience altogether but the thing to look for should be the time when it is done. It is actually too hard to say which time will be best for going on a safari because the weather...

Kenya is home to some of the best safari parks in East and Central Africa. They are located across the country; the most famous of them being the Nairobi National Park, the Nakuru National park, Amboseli, Mt. Kenya among others. The best of them all however, is the Maasai Mara Game Reserve. Maasai Mara came into the limelight because of the spectacle that came to be known as the 8th wonder of the world; the wildebeest migration. This has since accorded the Mara International acclamation like no other Safari park ever did in the history of tourism in Kenya, and even in its neighboring countries. The beauty of the Mara is that one gets to experience up close the wild and the animals that roam through...

Girls just want to have fun Each year my family and I have a get together where we set off to a remote destination. This year we opted for an African family safari: a five day camel trek in Kenya. This was the first time any of us was going to Kenya, a country well known for its colonial history and Mount Kenya. Sabuk For our first night we flew in with a private charter to Laikipia where we were booked to stay at Sabuk Lodge. The awesome appearance of Sabuk is thanks to the lodge being built with a combination of stone boulders and twisted wood with a thatched roof, all taken from the local landscape. The sitting room resembles an open terrace and we were able to sit on very comfortable couches...

India is a large country with varied landscapes and diverse flora and fauna. Tourists as well as conservationists from around the world frequent India to savor the rich heritage of Indian wildlife. Travelers on wildlife tours to India get vast opportunities to rub shoulders with the rich diversity of Indian jungles. There are over 90 National Parks and 500 Wildlife sanctuaries including 28 Tiger Reserves which make for an endearing wildlife vacations in India. Tigers, Asian Elephants, Asiatic Lion, Bengal Tiger and Indian Rhinoceros are some of the famous and biggest mammals which are an important part of wildlife tourism in India. People coming for wildlife tours in India can choose to visit the...

An incredible way to get in touch with nature and enjoy a few of life's more simpler pleasures is to go on one of the bird watching and wildlife tours that are available. By booking a tour with a company that has a good reputation which offers bird watching and wildlife tours, you are sure to experience a great and thrilling time. Spend a bit of time learning about the bird species that you hope to see in advance of going out on a bird watching and wildlife tour. At the library and book store you will find many great bird watching books. Looking online at different websites will open your mind to the diverse amount of birds that may be in your area. Both the books and websites will describe and...

Goa is land that is known for its exotic beaches and throbbing nightlife. But one more facet of Goa is the wild gos. Wondering how? The location of Goa between Arabian Sea and Western Ghats, bestows it with a natural habitat for an exciting range of wildlife. The wild animals and birds find refuge in the wildlife sanctuaries of Goa. Uninfluenced with the commotion of city life, the Goa wildlife reserves are far tranquil and picturesque. Goa offers amazing wildlife tours to the wildlife enthusiasts. Visit Goa post monsoon and you will find a ravishing side of the state carpeted with flower beds, and cascading waterfalls. As Goa is very rich in wildlife thereby it provides many opportunities for...

There are a number of wildlife sanctuaries and national parks in the country of India. Nature lovers, adventure enthusiasts and wildlife adventure seekers from different parts of the world visit India to explore its fascinating, exhilarating and exotic wildlife sanctuaries and national parks. Have a look at some popular destinations for wildlife tourism India. Ranthambhore - Located in the state of Rajasthan, Ranthambhore is among India's finest, largest and most famous national parks. It is known for big population of endangered royal Bengal tigers. It is home to a variety of species of mammals, birds, reptiles, trees and plants. Jeep safari and elephant safari are must enjoyable activities inside...

India is a land blessed with astonishingly diverse terrain, creating perfect abode for thousands of species of flora and fauna. The country is brimming with above 500 wildlife sanctuaries and bird sanctuaries; out of these 28 Tiger Reserves are contributing intensely to increase and preserve the population of tigers these are governed by a government's initiative functional in the name of Project Tiger. Such a plethora of wildlife sanctuaries attracts thousands of wildlife enthusiasts to the country making India wildlife tours one of the favourite travel theme amongst both native and foreign travellers. These wildlife reserves are spread throughout the country, each sanctuary with a...

India is also a very popular destination for wildlife tourism with a number of wildlife sanctuaries, tiger reserves and national parks in India. Wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers from all over the world visit India to enjoy its rich flora and fauna in various wildlife sanctuaries, tiger reserves and wildlife parks. And South India is home to many famous national parks. You can add these wildlife parks to the itinerary of Indian wildlife tours and travels. Periyar in Kerala, Mudumalai in Tamil Nadu and Nagarhole and Bandipur are some of famous destinations for wildlife tourism in India. Have a look at some national parks of southern India. Periyar Tiger Reserve Situated in the beautiful state of...

cl 10 Days Kenya wildlife /Beach Honeymoon Safari - Aberdares, Sweetwater’s, Lake Nakuru Maasai Mara lodge safari and Mombasa beach honeymoon vacations. DAY 1: ARRIVAL Pick up on arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on arrival and to The Holiday inn Hotel. You are received with a complimentary welcome cocktail, bouquet of flowers and checked in at honeymooners suite on all meals. DAY 2: NAIROBI- ABERDARES Pick up from your hotel at 0800 hrs – Passing through the industrial town of Thika and the intensely cultivated farms of the central Kenya. Lunch at the Out span hotel Nyeri before transferring to the Treetops hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at the Treetops hotel. DAY 3...

u are looking for an African safari adventure, you will often find your self spoilt for choices. There is Kenya with it's famous wildlife including the great wilderbeest migration in masai mara. Then there is southern Africa with a lot to offer. If you are a water person then, paddling up creeks, gliding across placid lakes and pushing through reeds while dodging crocodiles is an exciting way of seeing wildlife, not so much for glimpses of crocs, or hippos (which may just be showing their nostrils), but for the animals, so you can get much closer. Canoeing or boating safaris are most rewarding in semi-arid areas, whose rivers and lakes are obviously of paramount importance to local wildlife. Sadly...

Why not a Luxury Africa Safari at the Mara Explorer Camp, situated on a thickly forested bend of the Talek River right in the middle of the Masai Mara Reserve. It is at the confluence of the Reserve's four main rivers, so you are in the best possible postion to view the incredible wildebeest migration between June and September. This is the place to start your Masai Mara Kenya Safari. Your In Kenya Safari can start quickly here due to the all weather airstrip meaning yu can be on your Masai Mara safari less than an hour after touching down at Nairobi airport. What a place to begin your luxury Africa Safari at this exclusive camp with only ten luxurious tents which are well spaced out each with a...

cl Tanzania is the place where wildlife, nature, and culture are in abundance. There is fascinating sightseeing you’ll come across at Ngorongoro, Serengeti, and Mount Kilimanjao. And most of all, the Annual Wildebeest Migration is just an marvelous thing one can’t afford to miss! Tanzania Safari is certainly one of the exciting and beautiful tourist spot in the world. To make your travel safer, secure and memorable, consult an expert safari tour operator. Spending holidays in Tanzania is a fine idea that can enliven your life and make you experience nature from very close. You can spend your time in tropical islands, dive into the marine life, experience the excitements of climbing...

Camel Safari - the best way to experience the romance and mystery of Desert. Camel Safari In the Desert is provided with skill and imagination in the Thar Desert of Rajasthan. Camel Safari is the unique way to get closer to the small villages in Rajasthan and Camel Safari tour is most exciting and soft adventure. Riding a camel is not everyone's cake as people might find it hard after a couple of days ride but at the same time is great experience to explore Rajasthan traverse along with its rural terrains still ruled by its romantic past of chivalry, love and passion. The hot Lunch is served under a cluster of trees or at a Village house enroute. Your camps for overnight stays are provided at the...

The massive buffalo stared us down, his angry eyes and horns picking up the light from the Masai escort's flashlight. "Yi-yi-yi!" shouted the Masai, shaking his flashlight violently. The buffalo stood motionless. "Yi-yi-yi!" The buffalo lunged in our direction and stopped. Again, the Masai shouted and waved his flashlight, and this time the buffalo sauntered off into the night, and we were able to safely walk the short distance to our room at the Ngorongoro Crater Lodge. During our stay at four different safari lodges in Kenya and Tanzania, it was standard practice to provide a Masai tribesman, equipped with a flashlight and a spear, to escort guests to and from their rooms during darkness for their...

A bad choice of flight left me very little time to collect my hired car and race out of Johannesburg city before the afternoon peak traffic congestion. Slipping out just as the congestion started, I had 3 ½ hours easy drive on good tarred road to get to the western entrance to Madikwe Game Reserve at Wonderboom gate. The friendly security guard at the gate greeted and welcomed me. After signing in, I entered the game reserve and enjoyed my own little game drive en route to my lodge where I would stay for a night. Ah! How nice it was to be back in the bush! Peace and quiet!   On arrival at the beautiful Impodimo Game Lodge, Steve, the owner, gave me a warm welcome, offering a cool cocktail to...

Taking an African safari is an exciting holiday choice for many people however, given the nature of such an adventure, there is a required amount of due diligence to perform before you actually take off for the wilds of Africa. I want to briefly highlight some areas of interest in this article which you will be able to expand on further by conducting more research or talking with your travel agent. So what part of Africa do you want to visit? Botswana Safari For sheer contrast in landscapes Botswana is the ideal candidate. From the dry arid lands of the Kalahari desert to the rich, life blooming Okavango Delta, Botswana offers many options. Because of it's tremendous contrast, Botswana is a perfect...

Going On A Safari? Be Prepared For The Thrill The thrill factor is what most tourists expect from African safari holidays. These holidays are not only about the sightseeing extravaganza, but also involve lots of fun and excitement. During the sightseeing tours, the flora and fauna create a long-lasting impression on tourists. The memories of these sightseeing tours are often captured in cameras, handicaps, dig cams, and so on. The sightseeing tours in the Kenya safari holidays are often during the day time. However, these days, there are night sightseeing tours also. You need to be fully equipped during the sightseeing tours in the African continent. One of the most important items that you will...

0;In the heart of Central Africa, so high up that you shiver more than you sweat, are great, old volcanoes towering up almost 15,000 feet, and nearly covered with rich, green rainforest - the Virungas” wrote primatologist Dian Fossey. The Parc des Volcans is situated in the far northwest of Rwanda, protected by the steep slopes of a magnificent mountain range. The Parc is a rich mosaic of ecosystems - evergreen and bamboo forest, open grassland and swamp. It is also home to the rare mountain gorilla. An exhilarating trek through the cultivated foothills of the Virungas offers incredible views in all directions. Then, all of a sudden, the trail enters the national park, immersing you in the...

Would you kindly tell me who the largest primates on earth are? If your answer was 'Gorillas', then you are absolutely right! These 'people' are wonderful creatures with a fully grown male gorilla weighing as much as 200 kilograms. Females are however half this weight. Mountain gorillas are always the largest of all the three species, although the largest gorilla ever recorded was an Eastern lowland male. The male gorillas tend to take a little lengthier time to mature, and their full maturity age falls between ten to fifteen years. Females, usually smaller in size, takes eight to nine years to be fully mature. At this age, it is possible for a female to conceive within the third and fourth day of...

India is a country where history, cuisine, culture, tradition and nature redefine and exhibit a diversity that is indifferent and seldom found in any other place in the world. It is a paradigm of unity that exists despite of diversity and is a perfect fusion of the old and the new. Being the incredible land of the Maharajas, it is symbolic of the royal lifestyle and royal splendour that comes alive in the magnificent palaces that have been transformed into beautiful heritage hotels without compromising on the age-old beauty of the amazing architecture and grandeur. India tour packages offer a number of tour packages of which the most fascinating is the India luxury tour packages. The luxury tours of...

While many people see Egypt as the land of the pyramids and fascinating ancient history, in reality it is a widely diverse country with areas of varying landscape, terrain and activities. Anyone who investigates a trip to this wonderful land will find that there are many options for luxury tours of Egypt. A visitor could enjoy one of the many luxury tours of Egypt that focus on the historical sites all along the Nile River. Such a journey would include opulent modes of transportation ranging from private felucca or dahabeeyah boats, all-terrain vehicles and cruise ships. It could also include access to scholars and specialists who deliver private lectures and tours at each of the many sites visited...

Visit Rajasthan on one of the Rajasthan luxury tours and unravel the majestic sights of the land that belonged to the rulers of the bygone era. Rajasthan is home to many historic cities, magnificent palaces and forts whose walls smell of the times when they were touched by the mighty kings and queens. The impressive grandeur and architecture of these forts and palaces remind the tourists of the amazing artistry and skills that local artists had put into making of the grand structures. Visit the exotic cities of Rajasthan and immerse yourself in the tranquillity of the palaces and forts, visualise deeply how the festivals were celebrated during the Rajput era and participate in the activities that...

Synonymous with gorgeous weather, Port Elizabeth in South Africa's Garden Route is the best place to visit for enjoying ocean and beach related activities such as sun bathing, sailing, scuba diving, and boating, as well as fine dining, shopping, and more. In addition, Port Elizabeth is also famous for its close-proximity to local townships and private game reserves. With its ideal location in the Garden Route, Port Elizabeth is a short drive to a variety of game reserves including Shamwari Private Game Reserve, Addo Elephant Park, and a handful of other smaller reserves where visitors can view a wide spectrum of diverse fauna and flora as well as the Big Five. Port Elizabeth is also known for its...

As tourists wear their shades protecting their eyes from the beaming sun, their eyes are also protected from seeing the extreme poverty conditions Kenyans are faced with. It had been three years since rain had graced Kenya's soil. This resulted in the worst drought in more than a decade within East Africa, leaving millions of Kenyans suffering. The local people are the biggest victims as they watch their livestock die and their crops destroyed, making it almost impossible to a make a living. Mark Jenner, 18, from the United Kingdom, decided to give 3 months of his time volunteering with the Global Volunteer Network in Kenya. Rather than attend an organized cultural dinner evening which you would...

Wildlife safaris in Kenya bring images of open savannahs filled with big game. There are cats on a kill in Masai Mara, giraffes towering over acacia trees, wildebeest migration across the Mara river and countless other highlights in each Kenyan National reserve. When planning your Kenya safari it is important that you work with facts and not myths, which will not add value to your Kenyan travel experience. With so many "Kenya safari experts" giving all manner of information, some myths have been perpetuated for so long until they are now viewed as safari facts. To make good decisions about your Kenyan wildlife safari, know how experienced the so called "expert" is; is she an armchair (keyboard...

alking safaris are usually based around a campsite which will be positioned under tall shady trees close to one of the many lagoons close to the Rufiji River. The Selous is a magical place and simply sitting in front of your tent you are able to watch the endless procession of birds and animals throughout the day. The camps are small with up to about six tents. Some are made from mosquito netting and your are truly sleeping under African skies. The tents are large enough to stand in and have proper beds with mattresses. It is comfortable by camping standards but remember you are in the wilds of Africa and to be prepared to rough it just a little is a requirement. Showers are usually bucket showers...

Many of the safari camps in and around Selous Game Reserve offer their guests the opportunity to take part in a walking safari. Selous Riverside Camp on the banks of the Rufigi river are no different. The walks are relatively short lasting around 1-2 hours and covering no more than a mile or two. The terrain is usually fairly easy for most people and all the people on our walk wore trainers or similar comfortable shoes. The walking safaris at Selous Riverside start early. We were woken up at 5.30am for a 6am start. There was just time for a quick cup of tea or coffee before boarding the vehicles to head for the days chosen walking location. As Selous Riverside is located outside the Selous National...

v> Where are the best places to walk in Africa and avoid running into danger? We tell you in this informative guide! An African walking safari brings back memories of some of those old jungle movies with a group of safari trekkers cutting their way through thick bush and avoiding dangerous animals and the poison darts of the local head hunters.Well, thank goodness that was just in the movies! Today, an African walking safari is just about the ants pants of adventure holidays. It's as close as you'll get to a real African nature romp even if you don't like walking!Top African Safari Walking DestinationsTaking a walking safari in Africa isn't as simple as putting on your...