African Safari Destinations
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Balule Game Reserve
The Balule Nature Reserve is the westernmost private reserve in Greater Kruger, best known for its rugged landscapes, excellent value, and the wildlife-rich corridor of the Olifants River.
Arusha National Park
Don't be fooled by the fact that Arusha National Park is small (552 km2). Within its borders, it has a diverse topography and wonderful wildlife. From the rugged peaks of Mount Meru to the marshy depths of the Ngurdoto Crater where warthog wallow, to monkey-filled montane forest and rolling grassy hills on which giraffe and zebra graze, there's plenty to see here.
Arusha
Situated at the foot of the beautiful Mount Meru, Arusha is known as the safari capital of Tanzania's Northern Safari Circuit. It's a bustling city filled with an interesting mix of markets, chaotic traffic, old colonial buildings and modern conveniences, like coffee shops with WiFi, and an array of great restaurants.
Amboseli National Park
Probably second only to the Maasai Mara in popularity, Amboseli National Park is a fairly small park known for its vast elephant herds. They're often photographed with nearby Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop. Only 200 km from Nairobi, Amboseli combines well with a number of other game parks for an outstanding Kenyan safari experience.
Addo Elephant National Park
Addo Elephant National Park offers one of South Africa's most accessible, malaria-free safari experiences. Known for its fantastic elephant sightings and Big 7 game viewing, it's perfect for families, first-time safari-goers, and self-drivers. Located just 30 minutes from Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Addo makes an easy and unforgettable addition to a Cape Town or Garden Route itinerary.
Aberdare National Park
A fairly small national park, Aberdare is in Kenya's Central Highlands. One of the more scenic and tropical parks, it is home to the Big 5, as well as some rare forest-dwelling game like the shy bongo antelope. Within easy driving distance of Nairobi, the Aberdare National Park has some original, historical safari lodges, and offers a unique safari experience in spectacular scenery.
