African Safari - A Thrilling Family Adventure
By Earl Calvert
Nothing surpasses an African safari for a family adventure vacation. Far removed from the distractions of crowds and noise, a safari in Africa offers an adrenaline rush different from anything you have ever experienced.
In the Swahili language, the word "safari" means "trip" or "journey." Most of the time, it is used to describe an individual's or family's trip to visit distant relatives or friends. Non-Africans use the word safari to indicate a journey to Africa's game parks to view their magnificent wildlife.
Africa's Magnificent Game Parks ...
Africa is noted for its game parks. These parks are home to the largest concentrations of animals in the world. Your African safari will begin with a journey to one of these parks. Each park has its own unique characteristics, and your visit to any one of them will leave memories that last a lifetime.
Some of the more popular safari destinations include Masai Mara and Amboseli in Kenya, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania, and the Kalahari Game Preserve and Chobe National Park in Botswana.
An Amazing Wildlife Spectacle ...
The world's most spectacular wildlife event takes place on the vast plains of east Africa. This event is the annual wildebeest migration. Each year, more than 1.4 million wildebeest make their journey from the vast Serengeti plains to the hills of Masai Mara. In addition, 200,000 zebra and gazelle accompany the wildebeest in their migration. These animals migrate in a clockwise direction covering over 1800 miles in their search for food and water. Africa's great predators relentlessly track these herds on their endless pilgrimage.
Sighting the "Big Five" ...
Quite often, visitors to Africa's game parks will spot each of the "Big Five" animals. These are the leopard, lion, elephant, rhino and buffalo. Big game hunters designated these animals as the "Big 5" because they are the most dangerous animals to hunt. In addition to these, you will see thousands of other animals including a variety of gazelle and antelope, hyena, giraffes, wart hog, and exotic bird life.
Many other options are available for your African Safari. Plan your safari now and have a memorable adventure with your family.
About the Author
Earl Calvert is a travel writer living in Birmingham, AL. His website, Family Vacations and Adventures, offers creative ideas for turning family vacations into family adventures. Here, you will read about some of your options for an African safari.
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