South African Safari Holiday

Beach holidays are great in their own way witharound sunset, so be sure to be back in time
swimming, sun tanning, water sports and hopefullybefore they close.
some relaxation but how about a mix of sunshine,For a somewhat more exclusive safari there are
relaxation and loads of serious adventure?the private concessions in the Kruger National
Go on a Safari in South Africa!!Park.These concessions have the own properties
South Africa is home to the world famouswhich are not open to the public. There are no tar
“Kruger National Park” which has 2 millionroads and many of them drive off-road to get
hectares of pristine bush with an abundance ofcloser to the game (Big 5) for better
wildlife. Within The Kruger Park you can see theviewing.There is a chance of seeing more game in
Big Five, zebra, giraffe, hippo, numerous antelopethe private concessions as the guides are in
species, a staggering 500 bird species and much,constant radio contact, calling in the different
much more.sightings and locations of the animals. Many of the
For accommodation there are a number oflodges have experienced trackers that sit on the
different camps/lodges in the Kruger Park such asbonnet of the vehicles. The tracker looks out for
Skukuza Rest camp, Olifants Main Camp, Letabafresh animal tracks to follow, thus increasing the
Rest camp, Pretorius Kop Rest camp and manychance of seeing more.  
others. Most of the larger camps have swimmingWhat also adds to the experience is that many of
pools, restaurants, curio shops and even grocerylodges in the concessions drive with open vehicles
stores.and at night if the sky is clear, you have the
Early morning and late afternoon are the bestmost mind-blowing and amazing view of the Milky
times to go on safari in search for wildlife,Way Galaxy!
especially in the summer months which can easilyUp for some adrenalin? If so there go on a guided
reach temperatures as high as 40°C during thebush-walk. The guide with a rifle at hand for
day!Most of the camps offer game drives withobvious reasons takes you deep into the bush
qualified guides to who have a passion for sharingwhere you learn all about the birds, trees, insects,
their knowledge about the fauna and flora toanimal tracks and maybe even come across one
make your safari an unforgettable experience. of the Big Five! A bush-walk is a must not miss
If you prefer to do your own safari, then justexperience.
simply climb into your own vehicle and drive. YouThe private concessions are well known for their
don’t need a 4 x 4 as most of the roads areluxury lodges so be prepared to be spoilt with
tarred and in very good condition. A detailed roadgreat food, superb service and excellent
map of the reserve can be attained at mostaccommodation.
camps and the roads are very well signpostedIf you’re up for an adventure of a lifetime
making it very easy to navigate through thethen a safari in South Africa is the perfect choice
reserve.The gates to camps are opened early infor you.
the morning around sunrise and are closed again