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