Deep down, we all dream of exploring the great African wilderness. To roam with towering giraffes and a herd of elephants. Who wouldn’t love to hear the majestic roar of a lion as they traverse the savannah? If you’ve ever dreamed of embarking on a safari through forests and valleys and grassy fields, this list has everything you need to know. We’ve compiled the ultimate list of the perfect safari destinations that you can visit today. So what are you waiting for? Grab your pink suitcase and get ready, because the adventure of a lifetime is just around the corner.
The Best Safari Destinations To Visit In Africa
Okavango Delta - Botswana
Locals refer to the Okavango Delta as "The Last Eden of Africa''. It is one of the most popular safari destinations in the entire African continent. Between June and August is the ideal time to travel. It tends to flood during this season, restricting the animals to the island, which makes it easier to see them up close, in all their glory.
The Okavango Delta serves as a seasonal home to 200,000 big animals and is also frequently inhabited by several fish and plant species. You can enjoy a safari of the Okavango Delta from the land, sky and sea. Don’t wait, pack up your trunk luggage and experience the safari of a lifetime today.
South Luangwa National Park - Zambia
The Luangwa River Valley in eastern Zambia is home to South Luangwa National Park, an amazing wildlife sanctuary. The park is renowned for its walking tours, making it the perfect location to fully immerse yourself in nature. For a chance to view hordes of crocodiles and hippos, travel to the river. You can also find giraffes, hippos and elephants. The park is also adored by traveling bird watchers, thanks to its diverse population of aviary species. At night, you might even be able to spot a wild leopard, if you’re lucky. If you plan to stay in Africa a while, pack your large luggage and prepare to explore the wilderness.
Ngorongoro National Park - Tanzania
Ngorongoro National Park was formed within a colossal volcanic crater. This magnificent natural marvel, which is the biggest unbroken and undamaged caldera in the world, is roughly 20 kilometers broad and 600 meters deep, covering an area of around 300 square kilometers.
Every year, thousands of tourists flock to the national park, to witness the millions of animals that pass through the park as they migrate across Tanzania. Ngorongoro National Park is populated by a variety of animals, from zebras to gazelles and even wildebeests. The crater even features lakes where pelicans, flamingos and ostriches have made their homes. Around the crater itself, is a surrounding rainforest where visitors will find jackals and herds of elephants. There’s so much to explore within and around the park, so pack up your trunk luggage, and get ready for an experience you won’t soon forget.
Hwange National Park - Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe is home to several national parks and wildlife reserves, but Hwange is the largest one there. It covers an area of around 14,650 square kilometers and is the only spot in all of Zimbabwe where you might encounter brown hyenas and the elusive South African Oryx. The park is populated by wild dogs, and the elephants found here are famous all around the world. You won't want to miss the breathtaking sunset from Dom Waterhole, whether you stay here for the night or simply for the day.
Afterward, you can even visit Victoria Falls, which is only one hour away from the park itself. You and your pink suitcase will fit right in with the other hundreds of tourists that visit Hwange National Park every year.
Etosha National Park - Namibia
The Etosha National Park, often known as the "Etosha pan," is populated by hundreds of different mammal, reptile and bird species, but it is most well-known for the endangered black rhino. This park, which is located in the northwest of Namibia, is perfect for self-guided safaris, camping, and photography. The floodlit waterholes in Etosha National Park are one of the park's most distinctive features, as they illuminate the park at night, so you can observe all the nocturnal wildlife in their natural ecosystem. You can find superb lodging in the park, where you can store your large luggage while you explore the wilderness.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Uganda
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda definitely lives up to its name. Hidden away within the dense Ugandan rainforest, this park is almost impossible to find, let alone get into. The park protects gorillas and chimpanzees from wildlife poachers, so they’re very careful about who they allow in. If you manage to get a permit, a local guide will take you trekking through the rainforest, and you’ll be able to get up close to gorillas and other animals in their natural habitat. The rainforest is also home to beautiful birds and giant butterflies, making it the perfect place to visit with your pink suitcase if you’re hoping to capture many pictures.
Serengeti National Park - Tanzania
Chances are, you’ve already heard of Serengeti National Park. It’s well-known all over the world, featured in movies, documentaries and other popular western media. Serengeti National Park helps protect a diverse population of endangered wildlife, and even helps support the largest yearly migration across the African continent. In the fall season, millions of animals travel across the Serengeti, from zebras and wildebeests, to lions and other big cats. It’s no wonder the park receives thousands of visitors every year, so grab your trunk luggage and don’t miss the opportunity to join them.
Kruger National Park, South Africa
In addition to being one of the largest game reserves on the South African continent, Kruger National Park is recognised for offering the greatest safaris and stunning views of the country's mountains, plains, and tropical forests.
The Kruger National Park, which is located in northeast South Africa close to Mozambique, is home to 147 animals, 507 birds, 114 reptiles, 49 fish, 34 amphibians and 336 trees, among other species. Keep an eye out for the rare fish eagle, wild dog, and ground hornbill!
Kruger National Park is the ideal national park if you’d like to embark on an independent safari, but you can also hire a tour guide, if you’d like to. The national park features lodging areas where you can store your large luggage while you roam with the wild animals.
Chobe National Park, Botswana
Chobe National Park the first wildlife reserve in Botswana, and still the most diverse. The locals know Chobe National Park as the "Land of the Giants'' because it is home to the biggest population of elephants in Africa, numbering around 120,000.
There is also an unrivaled variety of animals and bird species that flock to the Chobe River, including crocodiles, hippos, buffaloes, big cats, and various bird species. The greatest way to view Chobe National Park is via boat, not in a standard 44 vehicle. It offers a distinctive viewpoint, breathtaking vistas, and gorgeous pictures.
