One of the biggest factors that changed my plans in the transition from one country to another was the wildlife of the continent that changed my life on the days when I was traveling with a backpack, sleeping in a tent, using local transport for six months. The chase, which starts with sunrise in the morning among the vast dry bushes of Africa, continues until sunset. Here are 10 of Africa’s most impressive safari parks.
Kenya / Masai Mara National Park
The 1,510 square-foot Masai Mara in Kenya is the best place to do the Serengeti safari in Tanzania, 15,000 square kilometers. In fact, this is the tourism race of two countries using the same national park. Every year, millions of animals migrate to survive in these lands.
To find water, many animals who want to cross the Grumeti River in Serengeti and the Mara River in Kenya feed alligators waiting to eat them in the rivers. I spend a total of $ 360 on safari in Masai Mara where I spend 3 days. During the safari, I stay in a tent in the campsite called Lenchada, a ten minute walk from the Masai Mara tribe. We go to the bottom of animals in Kenya. Compared to other parks, I am dizzy from the abundance of animals.
Tanzania / Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park, Kenya is more expensive than Masai Mara. In Tanzania it is strictly forbidden to approach animals as much as they would in Kenya. This goes back to the cost of zoom lenses, not to miss the pleasure. At least 200 – 300 USD you have to buy the lens.
Tanzania / Ngorogoro Crater
The crater, which was formed by the eruption of the volcanic mountain millions of years ago, is now protected by UNESCO. The entrance fee is 60 dollars, while camping in the park is between 40 and 60 dollars.
Uganda & Rwanda Gorilla Safari
The best parks for a safari to see the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and the Parc National Des Volcans mountain gorillas in Rwanda. Even though I can’t go, I hear from my friends that this is a fascinating experience and how clever the gorillas are. Again, the Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda is ideal for seeing lions sleeping in the trees.
Namibia / Etosha National Park
Etosha National Park, located in the north of Namibia, is the best safari area I experienced after Masai Mara. I get a chance to see the big five in the first ten minutes. The entrance fee to the National Park is 80 Namibia dollars per person and 10 Namibia dollars for the car.
South Africa / Kruger National Park
Kruger National Park; The most popular safari park in the Republic of South Africa, near Johannesburg. For tourists going to Cape Town, it is a long way to go. This is the first time I’ve experienced what’s called self-drive in Kruger National Park. Entrance fee is 25 dollars / 280 rand per person. It is possible to stay in the camping area surrounded by electric wires inside the National Park.
Zambia / South Luangwa National Park
Although it is located in the hardest part of Zambia in terms of backpacking route, South Luwangwa National Park is one of Africa’s few safari parks. In the area of about 9000 square kilometers it is possible to see the big five, with the majority of crocodiles and hippos. Entrance fee is 25 dollars.
Botswana / Chobe National Park & Chobe River
With a population of about 50,000 elephants, Chobe National Park is undoubtedly one of the most famous parks in Botswana. However, the entrance fee to national parks is high, as is the country’s income level. I pay 160 dollars a night for a luxury camp and safari. I can easily see the big five on an area of about 10,000 square kilometers.
Okavango Delta
After the canoe ride in the Okavango Delta, which is the largest delta of the Kalahari desert that does not pour into the sea, it is usual to see lions, elephants and crocodiles in the safari. According to the season, even bird safaris can be reached.
Malawi / Livonde National Park
I stay in Livonde Camp and pay $ 25 for boat safaris and $ 10 for national park entrance fee. It is also very interesting that the Malawians get into the boats and go fishing without fear, especially in the Shire River where you can observe all kinds of hippos.
Do you need a vaccine before you go?
It is necessary to take as many pills as there are days in Africa to risk malaria. If you do not go to wetlands with risk of excessive malaria; Although the situation is not so scary, it is a gamble.
I have been taking the pill Tetradox (doxycycline) for months in Africa and I don’t want to risk it. One of my friends who doesn’t use it is diagnosed with malaria. If you do not use pills, you should pay attention to light clothes because of the black color of the pointed flies, to wear long sleeves and socks in the morning and to use high deet spray against flies.
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