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Safari Options

Self-Drive Safaris
Self-drive safaris are fast becoming the most popular way to explore Southern Africa. The advantage of this type of holiday is that you are not bound to the margins of tour operators and maintain the freedom and independence to explore the country, region or park at your own pace. What's more, most areas have tarred or gravel roads in good condition, cell phone coverage, and self-drive is better value for money and most national parks and game resorts have been designed for self-drive game viewing. Still, don´t underestimate the knowledge and experience of professional guides and trackers about flora and fauna, especially when you are on your first safari. It might be a very good idea to mix the various offers, to make your personal safari a life-time experience.

		Guided Safaris
		Guided Safaris are offered by private game lodge as part of a packaged offer or by Private Safari Tour Operators. The big advantage of the guided tours is, that they are undertaken in open safari vehicles, with an accredited driver / guide who has extensive experience and intimate knowledge of the area, and is an expert on game movement and other ecological aspects of the region. Another advantage is, that you can fully concentrate on the unique beauty of the surrounding with your camera ready to capture the most amazing wildlife, flower and scenic pictures. Game drives usually depart in the early morning and late afternoon when it is cooler for game to hunt and graze, and chances are best to encounter abundant wildlife when they are most active. Night game drives are highly recommended as the guides, armed with spotlights, will seek and find the illusive nocturnal animals for you.

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