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Which African Safari is Best? Your Ultimate Guide to an Unforgettable Adventure (Part 2)

In Part 2 of our ultimate African safari guide, we go beyond destinations and dive into what makes your safari truly unforgettable. Discover how game reserves shape your wildlife encounters, learn about different safari types, and explore how the timing of your visit influences your experience. We'll also provide insights into selecting accommodation that complements your style—whether it's a luxury lodge or a rustic tented camp. Get ready to design the perfect itinerary with confidence!

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Which African Safari is Best? Your Ultimate Guide to an Unforgettable Adventure (Part 1)

Are you dreaming of an African safari but feeling overwhelmed by the choices? With countless destinations, budgets, and operators available, selecting the right safari can be a daunting task. Fear not! This guide will help you navigate the vast landscape of African safaris, ensuring you find the perfect experience tailored to your interests and budget. Whether you're a first-time safari-goer hoping to witness the iconic Big Five or a safari veteran looking to spot rare wildlife, we've got you covered.

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What Is an African Safari Like?

If you've ever wondered what a day on safari in Africa entails, you're not alone. Every day on safari holds the promise of exciting wildlife encounters and moments of tranquillity, set against the backdrop of Africa's breathtaking landscapes. Whether you're following a pride of lions in a safari vehicle, exploring the bushveld on a guided walk, drifting over the endless savannah in a hot-air balloon, or floating along a papyrus-lined water channel in the Okavango Delta in search of African fish eagles, a day on safari is a magical experience.

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Mpox Outbreak: Should travellers to Africa be concerned?

Should travellers to Africa be concerned about mpox? The latest mpox outbreak in Africa has been declared a public health emergency of international concern by the WHO. Let's take a look at the facts and why tourists don't need to reconsider their travel plans.

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African Safari with Family: 9 Things You Need to Know Before Taking Your Kids on Safari

Taking your children on an African safari is one of the most rewarding experiences you will have as a family. It provides wonderful opportunities for adventure, learning, and bonding. With some planning and the right safari operator to guide you through the process of booking the perfect itinerary for you and your family, you will be ready to make memories to last a lifetime.

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A Rare and Precious Leopard Cub Encounter

With their stunning rosette-patterned coats, leopards are among the most captivating predators in the wild and spotting one of these elusive felines with her cub in the vast expanse of South Africa's Kruger National Park is a rare and exhilarating experience.

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How Safe Are Open-Sided Safari Vehicles?

A tragic incident in Zambia's Kafue National Park has raised concerns about the risks associated with wildlife encounters in open-sided safari vehicles. While such incidents are undoubtedly distressing, they are exceptionally rare. In this blog, we look at why going on game drives in open-safari vehicles is not only safe but also integral to an authentic and rewarding game-viewing experience.

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East Africa vs. Southern Africa – Which Safari Destination is Better?

For many, going on an African safari is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, but choosing between East Africa and Southern Africa can be a daunting task. What are the main differences between a safari in East Africa and Southern Africa, and how do you decide which is the right safari destination for you?

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More hilarious guest questions on safari

Spending time in the bush, watching animals in the wild and engaging with our guests are what make safaris memorable. But sometimes, it takes a hilarious question from a guest to make a safari truly unforgettable. Following on our "20 Funniest Guest Questions on Safari" blog post, here are some more hilarious safari guest questions.

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Will loadshedding affect my trip to South Africa?

South Africa's electricity shortage has some travellers wondering: Will my trip be affected by rolling blackouts? How are tourists affected by loadshedding (planned power cuts)? It's a question we field often lately, so let's take a look at South Africa's electricity crisis and how it affects safari travel.

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How expensive is an African safari?

How much is an African safari? We break down the factors that affect the cost of an African safari so that you have a better idea of how much a safari trip to Africa costs and can make an informed decision about which African safari destination is the right one for you.

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Kruger Safaris August 2022 Highlights

Wildlife highlights from our Kruger safaris in August 2022 included a female cheetah with a missing tail, a honey badger and Casper, the famous White Lion of Kruger. We spent time at a dam watching elephants play in the water and came across another cheetah stuck in a tree. We saw African wild dog pups explore their surroundings after leaving their den for the first time and a whole lot more...

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Kruger Safaris July 2022 Highlights

July 2022 brought us some incredible predator sightings. We saw African wild dogs take down an impala only to have a clan of hyenas move in and steal the kill. We encountered a lioness "sharing" a kill with hyenas and a jackal until a male lion arrived and claimed the kill for himself. Other wildlife highlights from our Kruger safaris in July include rhinos, leopards, painted wolf pups, buffalos and a hilarious encounter with elephants who decided to give us a mud bath.

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Kruger Safaris June 2022 Highlights

Warm and sunny days, cloudless skies, fantastic sunsets, beautiful sunrises and incredible wildlife sightings made easier by thinning foliage are just some of the reasons why safari enthusiasts flock to Kruger in winter. Highlights from our June 2022 Kruger safaris include skittish leopards, playful hippos, young giraffe bulls fighting, elephant calves nursing, a pair of African Fish-eagles and more.

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It's official: No more Covid tests or vaccination certificates for visitors to South Africa!

It's official! Face masks are gone and Covid-19 border checks have been dropped in South Africa with immediate effect. Visitors to South Africa are no longer required to show proof of vaccination or a negative PCR test. What more is there to say, except: "See you soon on safari in South Africa!"

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Kruger Safaris May 2022 Highlights

The month of May ushers in the turning point in Kruger as the climate starts to transition into winter. The impending dry season brought pleasant daytime temperatures, chilly early mornings and outstanding wildlife sightings. Our May 2022 Kruger safaris wildlife highlights included playful elephant calves, lazy lions, the elusive African wild cat, the shy civet and a number of raptors like the African Fish-eagle, the African Harrier-hawk and the Martial Eagle.

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Kruger Safaris April 2022 Highlights

April brings autumn to Kruger which means the vegetation in the park gradually begins to dry out and colours fade from green to shades of brown and yellow. With foliage thinning out, it became easier to spot game on our game drives. Elephants, rhinos, zebras, hyenas, leopards and lion cubs galore feature amongst our top April 2022 Kruger wildlife highlights. We also had the good fortune to spot a pair of hippos mating.

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Kruger Safaris March 2022 Highlights

March marks the last of the summer months in Kruger and, while daytime temperatures dropped slightly, our guests were treated to fairly hot days, pleasant evenings and wildlife sightings second to none. The Big Five —lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino and elephant— made an appearance but it was the cheetah cub, African wild dog, bushbaby and bird sightings that took our game drives to the next level.

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Kruger Safaris February 2022 Highlights

Our Kruger safaris in February 2022 brought us some incredible leopard sightings that will be difficult to top. We also encountered lion cubs, elephant calves, zebra foals, rhinos, buffalo and vervet monkeys. February is a great time to go on safari in Kruger because there aren't many tourists around and that means we get to have some wildlife sightings all to ourselves.

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Wild Wings voted among top African safari operators

Wild Wings Safaris currently features on SafariBookings' Top Rated Safari Tour Operators in South Africa list! A huge thank you to our safari guests who give such wonderful feedback about their safari experience. Of 3,734 safari tour operators listed on SafariBookings and based on 66,918 user reviews, we are super proud of our 6th place ranking.

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Cape Town: The best city in the world to visit right now

Cape Town is the greatest city in the world to visit right now according to a recent article in the UK's Telegraph. If you're looking for a destination that feels pre-pandemic normal and that's bursting with life, then South Africa's Mother City is the place to be. After 24 months of lockdowns and travel bans, Cape Town and the surrounding Cape Winelands have risen from the ashes like a phoenix, revitalized, revamped and ready to welcome visitors back.

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On safari in South and East Africa: The perfect honeymoon destination

With its rich cultural heritage, dramatic landscapes, beautiful beaches and spectacular wildlife, Africa is the perfect honeymoon destination. With each country offering something unique, how do you choose which one to visit? For their honeymoon, Billy and Jenny Peat chose to combine the best Africa has to offer — South Africa, Kenya and Zanzibar — on an epic 35-day romantic getaway. We caught up with them after their return to the UK.

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Kruger Safaris January 2022 Highlights

What an incredible start to the New Year! January 2022 pulled out all the stops for us, and guests on our Kruger Park safaris were treated to some wonderful wildlife sightings. Leopards, cheetahs, African wild dogs, lion cubs, African wild cats and one of the best sightings we've ever had of Casper, the wild white lion of Kruger.

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Kruger Safaris December 2021 Highlights

December is the height of summer in Kruger with daytime temperatures soaring to well over 30° C (up to 90° F). A lot of the wildlife we spotted on our game drives seemed unperturbed by the hot weather, though. Zebra stallions put on quite a display play fighting and we also spotted boisterous elephant bulls engaged in a wrestling match. December also sees the return of migrant birds to Kruger.

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