Friday, October 3, 2014

A Kenya And Tanzania Safari Is A Sure Way To Experience The Best Of African Wildlife

By Elsa Noel


An African safari conjures up images of breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, vast open spaces and of course - wildlife! The home of the famous Big Five (lions, elephants, buffalo, African leopard and white/black rhinoceros), Africa is renowned for its pristine natural beauty in which unique wild animal species abound.

Africa's wildlife is world-renowned and it's small wonder that the term Big Five originated here. It refers to the most popular, most dangerous and also most difficult indigenous big game to hunt on foot in Africa, namely the African lion, African elephant, Cape buffalo, African leopard, and the White/Black rhinoceros. Watching the King of the Jungle hunt, rein and conquer in its own untouched kingdom is a life-changing experience! One of the best ways to experience Africa's magic is a Kenya and Tanzania Safari.

Kenya and its neighboring country, Tanzania, boast some of the best national parks and game reserves in Africa. The Serengeti is world famous and a must on any adventurer's bucket list! It is the starting point of the annual wildebeest migration - rightfully one of the most spectacular sights in nature! Watching almost 2 million wildebeest trek from a sightseeing point is an unforgettable experience and if your vehicle is parked on their route, you can expect that one or two wildebeest will put their heads through the window to inspect the strange bipeds inside!

Another world-famous landmark in Tanzania is Mt Kilimanjaro (Mountain of Greatness) - the highest mountain in Africa. At 19,341 feet above sea level, this dormant volcanic mountain with three volcanic cones is also the highest free-standing mountain in the world. The challenge to reach its summit (Uhuru Peak) has become a major tourist attraction.

To the south is the equally beautiful Selous game reserve and the Ruaha national park. The magnitude of wildlife and unique fauna and flora one finds at these reserves are beyond compare. The highlight of any visit to Tanzania is Mt Kilimanjaro - climbing this majestic mountain has become one of the most popular extreme outdoor adventures in the world!

Kenya is where African safaris originated. This vast country and its magnificent variety and diversity of wildlife and natural resources, was in earlier years a magnet to especially the rich and famous, who flocked here to have a true African wildlife experience. Today, the country still attracts drones of people from across the globe, but its magic has become more accessible to include both rich and shoestring travelers.

Boasting more than 50 national parks and game reserves, Kenya is a true wildlife paradise. The Great Rift Valley, Mt Kenya and the Kyulu hills, as well as the Maasai Village, are some of the most popular tourist attractions apart from the wildlife.

Dozens of agencies and tour groups offer a wide choice of African Adventure packages, tailor-made to suit any visitor's needs. Whether you want to stay in luxury in 5 star hotels, or have a more authentic tent-life experience of wild, wonderful Africa - it's there for the taking. To experience the best of both worlds in Kenya and Tanzania, choose a package that includes both countries as well as a visit to Zanzibar! Hakuna Matata!




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