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Kenya – The Land Where Safari Was Born

As a child, Africa fascinated me – a land where the wild and exotic animals of storybooks and zoos roamed free on the plains. And where Kenya was always the quintessential home of the safari.

Many visits later I’m no less enthralled by this region of dramatic contrasts, and remarkable wildlife amid stunningly beautiful and varied landscapes that are still unencumbered by the trappings of man. And little compares to nights filled with the primal sounds of the bush – the hoots and laughs of hyenas, the grumble of distant lions and the snorts of a hippo.

Kenya, the land where safari was born, is also known as the cradle of mankind – evidence of some of the earliest human settlements has been found here, suggesting that it was the birthplace of humanity from which descendents moved out to populate the world. However, it’s the boundless wilderness and big game of this region that has long attracted adventure seekers from all over the globe. No other African country can boast such an incredible range of scenery, unique geographical features and species.

A safari in Kenya is an extraordinary holiday for any wildlife lover, no matter your budget or the level of adventure you’re looking for. There’s no end of things to explore; from the highlands of central Kenya to the great Rift valley; from the elephants of Amboseli wallowing in a small watering hole, to the vast shores of Lake Victoria, the second largest lake in the world; and from the spectacular views of Africa’s highest point, Mount Kilimanjaro, down to a coast of shimmering white sands along the Indian Ocean.

Soak up the wonders of nature while camping under the stars out in the bush, hundreds of miles away from civilization, or relax in luxury at one of the lodges scattered throughout the many game reserves and national parks of this magical country.

Whether you’re walking, driving, or even bobbing your way across the plains atop a camel, you’ll discover the scents, sounds, and footprints of the bush, as you enjoy the sight of a hyena at full gallop, weaving behind the adrenaline-powered run of a gazelle, or a mighty battle as buffalo bulls fight over territory.

If you venture on a Kenyan safari during July or August, perhaps the best way to check out the wildlife is by hot air balloon. Few places offer a better vantage point from which to witness the amazing phenomenon that is the annual wildebeest migration across the plains of the Maasai Mara, when millions of hooves thunder northwards in search of sweeter grazing during the drier months in the south.

The Maasai Mara Reserve, 200 sq miles of rolling hills, woods and acacia trees watered by the Mara and Talek rivers, opens onto the Serengeti plains of Tanzania. Home to the famously independent and traditional herdsmen, no trip to Kenya would be complete without a visit to Masai Mara. They regard themselves not just as residents of this area but as much a part of the life of the land, as the land is part of their lives.

A visit to Kenya is a veritable life-changing experience filled with an abundance of wildlife, including elephants, zebras, black rhino, lions, leopards and various antelope. One visit alone will be enough to make you understand Earnest Hemmingway’s words, “unknowable, unimaginable, unbelievable… and completely unforgettable.”

Cool Kenya: Africa’s Number One Safari Spot

Kenya is a country that has long held an important place in the British imagination. A country of great geographical diversity, the land ranges from the icy glaciers and snowy mountains of the Kenyan highlands, to tropical rainforest and attractive coastline, with beautiful beaches and reefs offering some superb diving spots.

It was perhaps Kenya’s part in British colonial history that explains why it has become the subject and setting of so many renowned films and books; Born Free by Joy Adamson, a book which was later made into a movie in 1966 and then a 13 episode TV series, detailed the story of Adamson’s life in Kenya, focusing around the raising of an orphaned lioness cub, which Adamson and her husband (who was a game warden) brought up together.

Another very popular book set in the country is Out of Africa, a memoir by Isak Dinesen (the pen name of Karen von Blixen-Finecke) which was first published in 1937 and focused on the lives of European settlers and local tribesman in Kenya during 1914 to 1931. The story is largely based in and around Dinesen’s farm, during the twilight years of European colonialism and she draws an alluring landscape of Kenya that focuses on a utopian ideal where she lives in unity with the natives, many of the animals and other white settlers.

These two books refer to a romantic, colonial period of Kenya’s history that has long since passed, but Kenya remains one of the most popular African destinations for safari holidays, a status that is strengthened by the numerous wildlife documentary teams that visit the country to study the habits of creatures the make Kenya’s game reserves their home.

The BBC’s recent documentary series, Big Cat Diary, which follows some of Kenya’s most magnificent felines such as lions, leopards and cheetahs around the Masai Mara serves as an ongoing inspiration for wildlife lovers. The show closely follows the daily habits of animals, such as the Marsh Pride, where we learn of the intricacies of lion life, both the joys, for example the birth of new cubs, and the harsh realties, for example territoriality, the murder of rival cubs and the hardships of trying to find enough food to survive.

With such a rich history that is closely tied with Britain and particularly rich wildlife, it’s perhaps not surprising that Kenya remains the most popular country for an African safari. With sun backed plains, lush forested mountains and idyllic soft white sands which disappear into the azure waters of the Indian Ocean, Kenya is the perfect place to combine an incredible wildlife trip with a relaxing beach break and offers an ideal combination of luxury and adventure.

14 Days Kenya Lodge Safari

DAY 1: NAIROBI / SAMBURU GAME RESERVE

Pick up from your hotel at 0730 hrs.and depart for the dramatic semi-arid scrub land of the Northern Frontier. Arrival in Samburu will be by lunch time. After lunch embark on a game drive to sight resident wildlife species like the Reticulated Giraffe, Grevy’s Zebra, Beisa Oryx and the Blue-necked Somali Ostrich that are rare elsewhere in the country. Dinner and overnight will be at the spectacular lodge or tented camp.

DAY 2: SAMBURU GAME RESERVE

Today you will spend the full day in the Samburu National Park. You will have early morning and evening game drives. All your meals and overnight will be at your lodge / tented camp.

DAY 3: SAMBURU – ABERDARES NATIONAL PARK

Break fast then proceed to Aberdares national park. Lunch at the base hotel before being transferred to the Tree hotel for overnight stay. A special feature of the lodge where we stay is the floodlit watering hole where we can watch from the lodge itself throughout the night as a great variety of animals come down to drink.

DAY 4 : ABERDARES ? LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK

Depart Aberdares soon after breakfast and proceed south to lake Nakuru, which is often referred to as the pink lake for it?s great masses of pink flamingos. Arrive in time for lunch. Afternoon gamedrives followed by dinner and overnight stay at a Lodge inside the park.

Lake Nakuru’s claim to fame is anchored on its flamingo’s and the over 400 species of birds found here. The lake itself is a soda lake on the floor of the rift valley. The sight of the at times millions of flamingos is quite spectacular. From a distance the lake appears ringed in pink. The Lake has also earned a reputation as an important haven for endangered species- particularly the Rothschild Giraffe and the black and white rhino. Lions, waterbuck, buffalo and baboons are all residents here.

DAY 5: LAKE NAKURU- MAASAI MARA

Breakfast then view game as we exit the park and drive to via the Great Rift Valley to arrive at Maasai Mara in time for lunch at a Lodge. Full afternoon game drive till dusk when we return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

DAY 6/7 MAASAI MARA GAME RESERVE

Full days exploring the park in search of the big 5.Early morning and late afternoon gamedrives are offered. Dinner and overnight stay at a lodge.

The Mara offers wildlife in such variety and abundance that it is difficult to believe: over 450 species of animals have been recorded here. You will easily see lions, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, giraffe, wildebeests, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, hyenas, jackals, wild dogs, buffalo, leopard, many kinds of antelopes and elephant. It is in the Mara that perhaps the most spectacular event of the natural world takes place. This is the annual migration of millions of wildebeest and zebra from the Serengeti (Tanzania) in search of water and pasture. Following on their heels are the predators of the savanna- lion, cheetah, wild dog, jackal, hyena and vultures

DAY 8 / MASAI MARA / LAKE NAIVASHA

After breakfast descend down towards the Great Rift Valley. Arrival at Lake Naivasha will be in time for a delicious lunch at the Lake Naivasha Country Club or similar. The remainder of the afternoon will be at your leisure, with the opportunity of going on a nature walk, hiring a boat to take you the famous Crescent Island, or simply relaxing by the swimming pool. Dinner and overnight at the Club/ lodge

DAY 9: LAKE NAIVASHA – AMBOSELI

After breakfast, drive past the scenic Athi Plains and into the bushy country of Amboseli National Park – a landscape dominated by the spectacular snowcaps of Mount Kilimanjaro. Arrival will be in time for lunch at your chosen lodge / tented camp. After lunch and a few hours of rest, embark on a game drive at the foot of Africa’s highest mountain. Dinner and overnight will be at the lodge / camp.

DAY 10: AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK

Today you will spend the full day in Amboseli with early morning and evening game drives. Whilst in the park, you will have the opportunity to photograph the animals against the wonderful backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. All meals

and overnight will be at your lodge / tented camp.

DAY 11: AMBOSELI ? TSAVO WEST NATIONAL PARK

After an early breakfast depart for Tsavo West National Park which lies roughly half way between Nairobi and the Coast. Mzima Springs, the chief marvel here is a favorite haunt of hippos and crocodiles. Arrival at your lodge / tented camp will be in time for lunch. An early evening game drive to see large herds of elephants, buffalo, common waterbuck, eland, rhino and a wide variety of antelope. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

DAY 12: TSAVO WEST ? TSAVO EAST NATIONAL PARK

We depart the lodge soon after breakfast and proceed to Tsavo East National park. Game is viewed as we exit the park . This park was famed for its large herds of elephant covered in red dust and fine scenery. We visit the scenic Lugards Falls, Mudanda Rocks (attracts elephants in the drier season) and Aruba Dam as we view game if time permits. Dinner and overnight stay at a lodge

DAY 13 : TSAVO EAST NATIONAL PARK

Full day spent exploring the park. Morning and afternoon gamedrives are offered. Dinner and overnight stay at a Lodge.

The landscape in Tsavo East is flatter and drier, despite having one of Kenya?s largest rivers flowing through the middle. Much of the wildlife is concentrated on the Galana River, which has plentiful crocs and hippos. Likewise, Kudus, waterbucks and dik-diks are common along the river banks.

DAY 14: TSAVO EAST ? NAIROBI

After a leisurely breakfast, return to Nairobi where the safari ends.

15 Nights/16 Days Kenya and Tanzania Wildlife Safari

DAY 01: NAIROBI – ABERDARE

On arrival, you be met by our representative and depart with a drive north to your base hotel Aberdares Country Club for lunch. Later after lunch you will be transferred to your “Tree Hotel” The Ark situated at the heart of Aberdares forests. Resembling and named after Noah’s Ark, it comprises three decks from which numerous balconies and lounges provide superb vantage points for game viewing. This unique game lodge overlooks floodlit waterholes and saltlick that attracts a host of wildlife, elephant, rhino, leopard, bushbuck, and bongo. Dinner and overnight at The Ark (BLD)

DAY 02: ABERDARE – SAMBURU

After leisure breakfast, depart for Samburu National Reserve and drive north through the high wheat fields of Timau, crossing the equator and then down into the thorny landscape of Samburu country. This area boosts of unique northern species of wildlife which are not found in any other part south of equator, here you will find the grevy’s zebra, beisa oryx, reticulated giraffe, somali ostrich, long necked gerenuk, herds of elephant and their predators abound. The life-giving Uaso Nyiro River plays the factor in ecosystem of this region.

Your accommodation for the two nights will be at Sarova Shaba Lodge. The lodge is located at the banks of Uaso Nyiro River in the Shaba Game Reserve. It cleverly incorporates the beautiful natural springs as one of its special features, and also offers the perfect base from which to explore the Shaba Reserve, as well as its sister reserve – Buffalo Springs to the west. Overnight Sarova Shaba Lodge (BLD)

DAY 03: SAMBURU

Before dawn, your driver guide will be ready for the early morning search of hunting cats. Later you will return to lodge for breakfast and relax at the swimming pool before your next game drives late afternoon. All meals & overnight at Sarova Shaba Lodge (BLD).

DAY 04: SAMBURU – LAKE NAKURU

After an early breakfast bid farewell to Shaba as you drive south through Isiolo, crossing the northernmost foothills of Mount Kenya, until you get to Nanyuki town. Here you’ll head west to Nyahururu Falls, still known to many as Thomson’s falls for its 237ft cascade. After a brief stopover, drive southward to your next destination, Lake Nakuru a home to a million of flamingoes beautifully lining at its shores. Lake Nakuru National Park surrounds lake and was gazetted to protect the colony of flamingoes as well as provide sanctuary for the endangered species as such the rhino. Other Savannah games are abounded in and not mention other bird species. Lake Nakuru Lodge is situated in the south ecological niche of the park is an oasis of comfort with a commanding views of lesser flamingoes dotted with the greater flamingoes. An afternoon game drive around the lakeshore will be the feature for the afternoon, dinner & overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge (BLD).

DAY 05: LAKE NAKURU – MASAI MARA

Today our safari will lead us to the jewel of Kenya parks the Masai Mara Game Reserve by road. Masai Mara is Kenya’s most visited reserve and a home to the “Big Five”. The breathtaking views, a panorama of fertile vast rolling plains which supports a huge amount of resident plain games and their predators. Apart from the big five the Masai Mara is most famous for the annual spectacle of the wildebeest migration, where millions of wildebeest, zebra and gazelle leave the plains of the Serengeti and cross the Mara River in search of fresh feeding grounds. Lunch to be served at Mara Sarova Tented Camp situated on a natural elevation between two streams and is set amidst gardens full of exotic flowers. Each luxury canvas tent has a permanent roof and floor and an attached en-suite bathroom including a flush toilet, sink and hot shower. Meals are served in the spectacular thatched roof dining room.

After lunch and some time to relax and perhaps take a dip in the pool, you will depart with your driver guide for an afternoon game drive in search of the big five. As sun starts to edge dip into the horizon it will be perfect time to photograph the beautiful Mara rolling plains. Don’t forget this is the right time to spot the shy leopard. Dinner and overnight at Mara Sarova Tented Camp (BLD).

DAY 06: MASAI MARA

The day will start with an early morning game drive before dawn and later return to your camp for breakfast and relax for the rest of late morning and perhaps take a dip at the swimming pool. Later late afternoon return to the wilderness in search of games, all meals and overnight at Mara Sarova Tented Camp (BLD).

DAY 07: MASAI MARA – NAIROBI

After breakfast, drive back to Nairobi arriving in time for lunch at Toona Tree Restaurant. Later in the evening, a complimentary dinner at Carnivore Restaurant hosted by our company. Later you will be transferred to Nairobi Safari Club the only all suite hotel in the city (BLD).

DAY 08: NAIROBI – ARUSHA

After a leisurely morning breakfast we check – out our hotel ready to board a shuttle bus to Arusha or be transferred by our micro-bus to Namanga boarder town, where you will go under migration formalities and then exchange of vehicle and proceed to Arusha. On arrival at Arusha you will be met and transferred to Impala Hotel for your lunch. Soon After lunch we’ll have some time to relax by either swimming or reading facts about Tanzania before the dusk encroaches us. Dinner and Overnight will be served at Impala Hotel (BLD).

DAY 09: ARUSHA – LAKE MANYARA

After breakfast it will be our perfect time to leave for Lake Manyara National Park. Lake Manyara National Park is beautiful small park known for it’s lush vegetation and tropical forests of giant fig and mahogany trees, elephants, giraffe, buffalo, zebra and variety of antelope inhabit the park as well as a variety of monkeys and a large population of hippo’s. The park is also home to many species of bird and is one of the few places you will be able to see the comical ground hornbill. On arrival, you will check-in at Lake Manyara Serena Lodge for your lunch and later in the afternoon you head out with your driver guide for late afternoon game driver before returning at the lodge to retire for the day at Lake Manyara Serena Lodge (BLD).

DAY 10: LAKE MANYARA – SERENGETI

Soon after breakfast, proceed with your safari to Serengeti National Park via the famous “Olduvia Gorge” where Dr. Louis and Mary Leakey made their discovery of the early man. After visiting the small museum and attending a short lecture describing the archeological digs and geology of the gorge, continue with your safari to the vast Serengeti plain with game drive en-route which covers an area of over 14,763 sq kms. The park is inhabited by more than 3 million mammals, including lion, cheetah, leopard, elephant, buffalo, gazelles, antelope, giraffe, hyena, and all of the little animals e.g. rock hyrax, bat eared foxes etc. You will have two extensive game drives today in this fabulous park and you gonna need many films. You will check in at Serengeti Sopa Lodge for lunch and later you will proceed for the late afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at Serengeti Sopa Lodge (BLD).

DAY 11: SERENGETI

Full day is spent at the vast Serengeti plains with two extensive game drives today in this fabulous park and you gonna need many films. All meals and overnight at Serengeti Sopa Lodge (BLD).

DAY 12: SERENGETI – NGORONGORO

This morning we will have a half-day game drive at the famous Serengeti plains and lunch before proceeding with your safari to the renowned Ngorongoro Crater, a collapsed volcano, with walls 2,000ft high and a 102sq mile floor, containing a complete eco-system with rolling plains, forest, swamps and river and a lake-complete with flamingoes. You will descend into this eighth wonder of the world for some game viewing in this spectacular conservation area. Spend the whole afternoon game viewing before ascending to the crater rim late afternoon to Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge for dinner and overnight.

DAY 13: NGORONGORO

We will begin our game viewing by descending 2,000ft into this magnificent crater to view wildlife with lunch boxes en-route. Here nearly a prefect balance of predator and prey exist within the 102sq miles of the crater. Experience an unforgettable spectacle of African wildlife – a teaming world of elephant, rhinoceros, lions, just to mention a few, living in harmony in this self contained environment. At the end of the day, we ascend the crater wall to Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge situated at the rim of the crater for diner and overnight (BLD).

DAY 14: NGORONGORO – TARANGIRE

Our day begins’ with a breakfast and later depart by 4WD to Tarangire National Park. Mysterious baobab trees are characteristic of this beautiful park and game viewing is particularly rewarding along the Tarangire River, which provides the permanent water supply in the area during the dry season. Large herds of elephant, the predators and numerous plains game inhabit the park as well as many species of birds. You arrive at Tarangire Sopa Lodge in time for lunch and after some time to settle in, you depart on an afternoon game-drive, return to Tarangire Sopa Lodge for dinner and overnight (BLD).

DAY 15: TARANGIRE

After breakfast at our lodge, we’ll depart for a full day game drive and panoramic scenic view of Tarangire National Park, Tanzania third largest park. Here you will find a geologic landscape as diverse as the wildlife, with nine distinct vegetation zones ranging from grassland to woodland, from deep gully vegetation to scattered rocky hilltops. See the distinctive bulbous baobab trees and the dramatic vistas of the Tarangire River. The river attracts an abundance of wildlife, from elephant, loin, cheetah and buffalo to a variety of colorful birds. All meals and overnight at Tarangire Sopa Lodge (B.LD).

DAY 16: TARANGIRE – ARUSHA – NAIROBI

Soon after breakfast, we check out and with game drive en-route we depart to Arusha for lunch at Impala Hotel. Soon after lunch you will be transferred to Namanga boarder town or assisted to board the afternoon Shuttle to Nairobi arriving at 6:30pm. (You can be dropped at the Airport or your hotel)

Kenya Golf Safaris

Kenya boasts of about 40 golf coarses Of which 12 are 18-hole, 10 of which are used for championship events. 6 are within a 20 mile radius of Nairobi – Kenya’s bustling capital. The weather in Kenya is ideal for golf all year round.

11 Day Kenya Golf safari

Day 1 – Arrive at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where you will be received by your tour representative. You will be taken to your 5 star luxury Windsor Golf & Country Club. The rest of the day is at leisure. Explore the hotel and it’s lush grounds or enjoy a game of golf at the club’s excellent 18 hole golf course. You will also be taken on a sightseeing tour of Nairobi landmarks and shopping markets. Overnight at Windsor Golf and Country Club.

Day 2 – After your sumptuous buffet breakfast, depart for the Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery as you descend into the Great Rift Valley. The lodge and its 18 hole golf course is perched on a hill overlooking Lake Naivasha. The views are stunning. Lunch, Dinner and overnight at Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort.

Day 3 – Full day at Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort. After breakfast, spend the rest of the day playing golf or just relax by the poolside. Lunch, dinner and overnight at Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort.

Day 4 – After breakfast and the morning game drive, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, a bird and rhino sanctuary, famous internationally for it’s flamingoes. After lunch, you will be taken on a game drive around the park to spot the bird and wildlife including the endangered rhino. Enjoy the stunning view of the lake from the “Baboon Cliff’ lookout. Dinner and overnight at Lion Hill Lodge.

Day 5 – After breakfast, leave for Nakuru Golf Club. Return to the lodge in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive follows after lunch. Dinner and overnight at Lion Hill Lodge.

Day 6 - After breakfast, leave for the Aberdare Country Club, located in the highland region of Kenya.Arive in time for lunch at the club, which was built by British settlers during the colonial era. Rest of the day at leisure. Dinner and overnight at Aberdare Country Club.

Day 7 – After breakfast, leave for the luxurious Mount Kenya Safari Club, from where you can enjoy the fantastic views of the snow-capped mountain on the equator. Arrive in time for lunch. Rest of the day at leisure. Dinner and overnight at Mount Kenya Safari Club.

Day 8 - After breakfast, depart for Nairobi. On arrival in Nairobi, catch your flight to Mombasa. Arrive Mombasa International Airport in one hour and transfer to Indian Ocean Beach Club. Rest of the day at leisure. Dinner and overnight at Indian Ocean Beach Club.

Day 9 – After breakfast, depart for Leisure Lodge Beach and Golf Resort, located in Diani Beach. The hotel has an 18-hole golf course for the golfers. Other activities at the hotel includes tennis, diving and wind-surfing.

Day 10 – After breakfast, rest of the day will be at leisure, either playing golf or just relaxing by the poolside. Dinner and overnight at Leisure Lodge Beach & Golf Resort.

Day 11 – After breakfast, catch your flight to Nairobi for flight home….End of tour.

The Haven of Wildlife Sanctuaries – Kenya And Botswana Safari

Although there is a large market for competition with other African countries, Kenya still assumes its top place in harboring visitors from all over the world. Much of Kenya is usually deemed as safari, which in turn made it famous.

Even before the birth of other countries to compete for tourist market, Kenya has already emerged as the pioneer. During its discovery, famous people such as President Roosevelt, Prince Edward, Ernest Hemmingway and the likes have already explored the safaris of Kenya. This created a snob appeal though. In a sense, the big people went to Kenya safari because the world expects them to while those who have the resources to travel do because it seemed to be one of the certifications to reach the ‘up society’.

In our modern-day however, Kenya safari is already open for all people who are willing to enjoy wildlife and culture.

Because of its unfailing guarantee to have you experience the big five (namely lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant and rhino) its fame is unequalled by any other regions who themselves offer other wonders. Kenya ecosystems cover an array of other substantial members of the savanna.

Kenya safari does not only rely its fame on its vast resources for wildlife, it is also known for its kaleidoscopic landscapes which are characterized with highlands, rift valley, grasslands, moonscape at the north and the snow capped, magnificent Mount Kenya.

Considering the over 50 wildlife reserves and national parks, it would be impossible for one visitor to not love any of them. It is off course expected that one cannot visit all them in a single trip. So unless you have all the resources to travel and take the off beaten tracks, it would be best if you would plan your trip well and organize your voyage so you may get the bests of all worlds.

For travelers with limited budget, your best bets would be Amboseli, Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Samburu, Aberdares, and Tsavo. And for those who have time and money, you may explore great laces such as Kakamega Forest, Meru, Marsabit, Mount Elgon, Mount Kenya, and Shimba Hills.

Even with a big budget or low, Maasai Mara is still a definite stop over. This is the place where all filming of wildlife in Kenya are created. This haven of wildlife offers immense varieties of animal species that it would be hard to believe that they are all contained in a single place.

All of these perhaps contribute to the perception that wildlife lovers should and must visit Kenya safaris at least one time in their lives so as to witness a great part of the creation.

Being the world’s largest exporter of diamonds, Botswana no longer has to compete with the tourist market. Yet as grand as its land offers for safari fanatics, it can’t help but attract as many tourists as its resources may allow. However, the government decrees the limited number of people allowed to penetrate Botswana safaris, thus the significant increase in prices, which ultimately made it as an exclusive safari destination.

Kalahari dessert dominates 84% of all Botswana. Though it is a dessert by name, Kalahari is not much like a dessert, as we may perceive Sahara. Except for occasional sand dunes, Kalahari is mostly covered with vegetation characterized by bushes, grasslands, trees and scrubs. However, water is meager thus the dessert label.

Visitors of Botswana safaris are almost always amazed at how creative and genius the creation and maintenance of its wildlife sanctuaries.

The finest games in the whole region are found in the Chobe National Park which is located somewhere in the north east side of the country. It harbors the most varied games in the country and is refuted to nurse the largest group of elephants in a single place. Elephants here are estimated to have reached up to 80,000 individuals.

Savuti Marshes, on the other hand (which is located in the Chobe National Park) is refuted to have the largest density of predators found in all Africa. Hundreds of wildlife species are found here, both preys and predators.

Its resources for water encourages buffalo, antelopes, zebras and the likes that are followed by predators such as the leopards, cheetahs, wild dogs, lions, and jackals. Some predators here have the tendency to become lazy and living in Savuti Marshes sounds more like a gift than anything else.

Botswana safari is simply a unique place for wildlife conservation. But this act is took time to accomplish. Botswana is a country that is bordered by neighboring countries. While great efforts and done to protect all its wildlife, it still needs other countries’ collaboration to make everything working. After all, animals do not comprehend international borders.