While African safaris are what most people think about when they hear the word safari, there are actually many safaris located all over the world. Nowadays, safaris refer to expeditions in which the sole purpose is to observe wildlife in their natural habitat. Because there are so many different types of habitats to explore, as well as many different safari destinations, travelers who are looking to take a safari vacation should take a little time to research which safari destination sounds most exciting to them.
Types of Safaris
Also important to keep in mind is the type of safari vacation one wants to experience. There are safari vacations that are more rustic and allow vacationers to sleep underneath the stars in sleeping bags or tents. For vacationers who enjoy a more luxurious experience when taking their vacations, luxury safari vacations are also available. This often includes sleeping in huts or cabins that offer extreme comfort and fine dining, all while enjoying the amazing wildlife a country has to offer.
Top Safari Destinations
The following is a list of some of the top safari destinations all over the world. It also includes some of the top safari destinations in Africa, as Africa is often still in the lead when it comes to the best safari vacations.
African Safari’s:
- Chiawa Camp, Zambia
- Jamala Madikwe, Madikwe , South Africa
- Mashatu Tented Camp, Tuli Block, Botswana
- Somalisa Camp, Hwange, Zimbabwe
- Old Mondoro, Lower Zambezi, Zambia
- Singita Sabora, Grumeti, Serengeti, Tanzania
- The Outpost, Makuleke, Kruger, South Africa
- Kaingo Camp, South Luangwa, Zambia
- Jabali Ridge, Ruaha, Tanzania
- Motswari, Timbavati, Kruger, South Africa
- Sala’s Camp, Masai Mara, Kenya
Europe Safari’s:
- Sailing Safari, Greenland
- Polar Bear Safari, Svalbard, Norway
- Orca Sailing Safari, Azores, Portugal
North American Safari’s:
- Brown Bear Safaris, Kodiak Island, Alaska
Latin America Safari’s:
- Valdes Peninsula, Argentina
- Torres del Paine National Park, Chile
Asia Far East Safari’s:
- Panda Safaris, China
- Mongolian Gazelle Migration Safari
- Elephant Safari in Bandhavgarh and Kanha national parks, India
Australian Safari’s:
- Camel Safari, Outback Australia
- Whale Safari, Kaikoura
- Bird Safari, New Zealand
- Scuba Safari, Ningaloo Reef, Western Australia
Safari Tips
Choosing a safari vacation also means choosing a safari expert. Safari vacations involve getting up close to a variety of wildlife, and in remote locations. This means that safety should always come first. A safari expert is able to provide the best safari tours as they are professionals and therefore have the knowledge necessary to make sure that every safari tour is one that’s full of fun and exciting adventure, as well as safe!
Travel Makers MD
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