THE SAFARI BLOG

This is the fourth in a series of blogs aiming to give the reader an easy ‘at a glance guide’ of where to go in sub-Saharan Africa.

If you’re planning a safari holiday, you’ll no doubt hear about the “Big Five”. These five fabulous game animals of Africa seem to be the main event for so many safari goers.

Man’s encroachment into the wilderness continues to increase the pressure on African lions which are now on the cusp of being added to the ‘at risk’ register.

One of the best ways to avoid the dreaded winter blues is to have something amazing to look forward to, and nothing is quite as exciting as the prospect of seeing some of the worlds’ most incredible animals in their natural habitats.

These fun facts about the Big Five – Cape Buffalo, Elephant, Leopard, Lion and Rhinoceros (Black & White – are an excellent way to spark your children’s interest in some of the animals they’re likely to see on an African safari.

Shared with Zambia and Zimbabwe in Southern Africa, Victoria Falls is a spectacular natural wonder on the Zambezi River.

Unlike a beach holiday on the Spanish coast or a Greek island all-inclusive, an African safari requires a little bit more preparation from the traveller.

That’s right, this guide will give you the low down on each and every national park and protected area in Botswana.

When I first thought about booking an African safari, and long before I got involved in a travel company, Botswana did not enter my head as a safari destination; Tanzania (yes), Kenya (of course) and South Africa (who hasn’t heard of the Kruger) all did thou