Three Common Questions
The following are the three most common questions that arise and that need to be answered before embarking on a trip to any part of Africa:
1. What is the best time of year to go on safari? You can travel to Africa at any time of the year; there will always be somewhere where the game viewing is good. The high season is generally considered to be July, August and September, but this certainly does not mean that this is always the best time to visit a particular area. Certain events, like the annual wildebeest migration, may dictate when you should visit a particular area or, in areas like the Luangwa valley, the safari season may only start in May and end in November.
2. How much will a safari cost? This is almost impossible to predict. One thing that must be said about a safari to Africa – it is certainly not the cheapest holiday around! You will need to budget from around US$350 to $650 (and upwards) per person per day as a minimum (but this does include all your transfer costs, accommodation, meals, park fees and activities).
3. Why use an African travel specialist? A very simple answer: experience. There is no way in this world you can experience all the flavours a continent like Africa has to offer if you try to do it all by yourself. Thus, it’s a very good idea to get a specialist.
African Safari Experts
If you are planning to go to Africa, the first thing you will need (apart from the tips and advice given above) is a reliable tour operator. African Encounter is a small, dedicated team – they like to think of themselves as the Africa safari experts! They are passionate about Africa and dedicated to making your safari to Africa an experience like no other. They have lived and travelled in Africa for many years and have been planning safari itineraries since 1994. For many years they ran their own safari operation in Mana Pools, Zimbabwe and understand what makes a good safari operator (and what does not). They have maintained a great many contacts throughout the industry and have associate offices in nearly every country they send their clients. You are always assured of a local contact and a smiling face when you arrive in Africa and wherever your itinerary takes you. They can plan your safari itinerary with as much care, thought and attention as if it were their own. To know more about African Encounter and the destinations and safaris they are offering, please log on to their website at www.africanencounter.com.
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South Africa Travel Guide
There was some reluctance for choosing South Africa as a tourist spot by the tourist earlier. But the picture has been changing since last few years and people are attracted to this place for its vast wildlife diversity. South Africa was in the grip of racial apartheid but now the things seems to moving on and things are getting better. The place has witnessed some serious development and is still in process. The climate is favorable for tourism all along the year. Some issues still remain open such as AIDS and poverty.
Travel to South Africa
South Africa has seen a recent growth in the number of airlines operating between Johannesburg airport and other parts of the world. Still the number of flights is less when looked from the point of comfort of traveling to the place. The flights are not economical which states that the area is not a profitable hub for airlines. The state also levies some high tax on each air ticket which makes the things even more cost imperative. But once you are in the country, moving around could be fun if you rent a car. The roads here are very well maintained. The public transport is scarce and slow, which also has a serious sacrifice on the comforts. So it is a good idea to have a car rented or purchased to move around in the country. The public bus transport is rare in number, but it covers the important cities. If the luggage is more, these busses could help as they have lot of luggage space.
Attractions
The tourist can start their visit to South Africa from Cango Caves. The caves are adventurous and can provide different level of activities for different people. The area is highly commercialized and you can find all the things you require for a day. There are operators who arrange your trip to these caves. The package offers also differs. The adventurous one can opt for a long trip that can take them to the great depths of these caves. And small packages for the people who just like to move around are also available. Second place of interest is the Addo Elephant National Park. This national park is close to the Zuurberg Range in the Sundays River gorge. There are numerous elephants in the park. They are the leftovers of the herds that once wandered the Eastern Cape. Another famous attraction of South Africa is the Shipwreck Coast. This stretch of Eastern Cape coast, a churchyard for several ships, is mostly unspoilt. There are a number of resort towns and the usual casinos, but it is effortless stay away from all this. The Shipwreck Hiking Trail stretches for 64km, but there are numerous entrance and leaving areas for trekkers. In this area you have a facility to put up your own camp and walk around leisurely. The Blyde River Canyon National Park is also one of the major attractions among tourists visiting South Africa. The Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve [...]