8 Of The Best Safari Destinations In Africa | Traveler by Unique
Maasai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
The number one safari location in Africa is the Maasai Mara National Reserve in Kenya. The mostly grassy, flat park is known for the Great Rift Valley, multiple safari tours, camp sites and large fields filled with the big 5. Known for the annual migration of the wildebeest which is an incredible experience to witness with over 1.5 million wildebeest each year. Other than the buffalo, lions, leopards, rhinos and cheetah you will also see gazelle, impala, zebra, hyenas, waterbuck and many more.
Bwindi National Park (Uganda)
Lush rain forest covers the park which is well known for having the best gorilla trekking in Africa. The park has 6 area’s where safaris will take you by hiking or by 4x4 to see huge gorillas in their natural environment. The endangered gorillas are protected at this park, as it is the home to more than half of the population of the mountain gorillas worldwide.
Okavango Delta Safari (Botswana)
The Moremi Game Reserve, located inside the Okavango Delta in Botswana, Africa, is full of rivers, lagoons and islands for a natural playground for the animals. Safaris can be done by the traditional mokoro canoe, boat, hiking or walking, or by driving tours. The park is the home to over 500 different species of birds, lions, elephants, hyenas, buffalo, hippos, giraffe and antelope.
Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
The oldest national park, Serengeti, is a sanctuary for amazing wildlife. The park is located in northern Tanzania, where the weather hosts safari tours year long. Rivers gently moulded hills, and boundless plains are the home to zebra’s, wildebeest, gazelle, leopards, lions, elephants and more. For a view like no other, take a hot air balloon for a ride over the beautiful lands of the park. With over 500 species of birds living in the tree’s of the Serengeti, the park is ideal for bird watching. Inside the park there is a bird sanctuary that has unique bird species. The park is also the home for tribes who have been living in the lands for millions of years.
Kruger National Park (South Africa)
Experience some of the most spectacular safaris in the Kruger National Park in South Africa. Tropical rainforests, granite hills and the Lebombo Mountains cover the large park. Kruger park is known to be one of the most accessible safari destinations in Africa. It is easy to get to the park, and there are several safari’s to choose from to suit your needs. Visit the Elephant Hall Museum, Kapama Private Game Reserve, Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Sabi Sand Game Reserve, Crooks Corner, Bobbejaankrans, or Renosterpan which are all top sites inside or close by Kruger National Park.
Chobe National Park (Botswana)
Explore one of the top rated safari parks in Africa, Chobe National Park, by river cruise, 4x4, nature trails, and flying safaris. With some of the best photography spots in Africa, the park has a dedicated safari for those who want to capture the once in a lifetime experience. The Chobe Riverfront gives you the opportunity to see elephants playing in the water and buffalo lounging in the flood plains. You will see blue wildebeest, baboons, impala, zebra, monkeys, giraffes, lions, lots of hippos and crocodiles. Over 450 species of birds can be heard singing in the trees of the lush forest through the park, giving your experience a calming vibe.
Hwange National Park (Zimbabwe)
This gorgeous park has an immense diversity of mammals, birds and raptors. The park has roads throughout where the safari will take you to view thousands of elephants as well as leopards, lions, spotted hyena and the African wild dog. View the landscape and wildlife by walking the scenic pathways filled with ample bird watching, sit in one of the Waterhole Hideaways or hang out in the camp to view zebra, waterbuck and giraffe.
Kafue National Park
One of Africa’s hidden gems is the marvelous Kafue National Park. The park is full of grasslands, granite boulders, Lake Itezhi-Tezhi, the rushing Kafue River and some of the worlds tallest peaks. Antelopes, zebra and blue wildebeest head to the grasslands once they dry out for the season, in the bushy area you will find reedbuck, kudu, bushbuck, and more. Lions roam around the park, as well as leopards and occasionally an African wild dog.