How To Book A Safari In South Africa
While South Africa has emerged as a top safari destination, first-timers may find the preparation process to be intimidating. The ideal itinerary for a first-time safari traveler to South Africa, covering all the must-see big game creatures and more, is provided here.
The country’s oldest safari
The huge Kruger National Park is the grandfather of all the parks in South Africa. The Northeast region of the country is vastly affected by this, spanning 7,500 square miles. There are some tiny private wildlife reserves that border the park but do not have guarded borders. The lodges and accommodations are typically extremely rustic and basic inside the Kruger National Park itself (there is no luxury accommodation within Kruger itself).
Lodging with a naturist vantage point of South Africa
Hotel and spa Fairlawns Boutique
Spa prices start at ZAR 6,900 per night and per room. This includes a suite, breakfast, wifi, free shuttle service within a 5-kilometer radius of the hotel, and free shuttle service to the Gautrain Sandton Station. www.fairlawns.co.za
The cost of Sabi Sabi begins at 15,000 ZAR per person each night. This includes transfers from the Sabi Sabi Airstrip, breakfast, lunch, “boma” dinner, a house selection of beverages, wifi, and open-vehicle safaris by day and night to see Africa’s big game with trained rangers and trackers. www.sabisabi.com
Starting at ZAR 5,200 per person per night based on two individuals sharing, the Grootbos Private Nature Reserve. This includes lodging in a lavish one-bedroom suite at Garden Lodge, full-board eating, which includes a breakfast buffet and a full English breakfast menu, Water, soft drinks, tea, coffee, a minibar, a light lunch, a five-course dinner, horseback riding through the reserve, guided nature walks like milkwood and fynbos walks, different coastal walks like the Walker Bay Nature Reserve, the De Kelders cliff walk, and Klipgat Cave combined with seasonally scheduled land-based whale watching, bird watching, and transportation to and from all activities are included.
When is the ideal time of year to go on a safari in South Africa?
From May through October is the ideal season to travel to South Africa for a safari. Amid Kruger, Madikwe, Pilanesberg, and KwaZulu-Natal, these months are ideal for observing wildlife since the animals are gathered around water sources and are simpler to spot in the thinning foliage of the dry season.
Where in South Africa is the ideal location for a safari?
There are a number of safari locations in South Africa, but Kruger National Park and its surrounding area are the most well-known and, arguably, most remarkable for seeing the big five (lion, leopard, black or white rhino, African elephant, and Cape buffalo).
How long does a safari in South Africa last?
How long should my South African safari last? You can make your safari as long or as short as you like. There are possibilities for short 3-5 day journeys to individual lodges, as well as longer 3-4 week safari adventures that cover the most of South Africa’s attractions, and everything in between.
Is South Africa expensive for travelers?
While your travel budget will depend on your preferred mode of transportation, South Africa is generally ideal for a journey on a tight budget. Food and drink prices are quite low, while lodging expenses are typically reasonable.
