| An African Safari vacation can be a dangerous | | | | advantage of seeing this magnificent beast in the |
| experience if you don't take the proper precautions | | | | wild. |
| before leaving for on of the most mysterious and | | | | Some of the more popular lion safari destinations |
| vast continents on the planet. | | | | include the Masai Mara National reserve in Kenya, |
| Obviously, running into an African lion in his own | | | | particularly during the months of the wildbeast |
| backyard is dangerous but I'm talking about taking | | | | migration. South Africa's vast Kruger National Park, |
| the proper preparation measures and knowing what | | | | Botswana's magnificent Central Kalahari, Chobe and |
| to wear, where to go and having the necessary | | | | Linyati parks and Tanzania's famous reserves, from |
| documents with you all the time! | | | | the Serengeti to Lake Victoria. |
| What You Need To Take On African Safari | | | | The African lion is not the only famous "jungle icon" |
| It's amazing how often the simple things are | | | | you'll witness in this amazing landscape. One of |
| overlooked. For example safari wear is vital. On this | | | | Africa's great attraction is it's landscape extremes. |
| trip though you don't want to be too overburdened | | | | From thick jungle to open plains and waterways, if |
| with luggage in fact, traveling light is always best. | | | | you are a student of photography then you'll be in |
| What to wear on safari? It's light clothing in summer | | | | your element. |
| and light and heavy during winter. Days can be hot in | | | | What Safari Do You Prefer? |
| many parts of Africa however, the nights can be | | | | The available safaris on offer are numerous and it |
| extremely cool. There are some pretty friendly | | | | can be tough to decide. Walking safaris are excellent |
| insects in mighty Africa so insect repelant is a must | | | | because you are on the ground getting "down and |
| while sunscreen is also a good idea along with a hat | | | | dirty" in deep, darkest Africa. Walking safaris are |
| or hats! | | | | very well guided and if you are a first time visitor, |
| Be on your guard all the time, particularly in urban | | | | traveling with experienced safari enthusiasts is |
| areas and I.D. should be with you all the time; even | | | | recommended. |
| when you go to bed at night, make sure it's in a | | | | Mobile safaris are the most popular. Africa is vast and |
| place you can remember. | | | | being mobile is the easiest and quickest way to see |
| Popular Safari Destinations | | | | it. Fly-ins are a little more expensive but seeing Africa |
| African lion safaris are always popular. With the | | | | from the sky is an opportunity most don't |
| African lion coming under scrutiny in recent years | | | | experience and if you can afford it, it's well worth |
| with dwindling numbers many people are taking | | | | the expense! |