South Africa Safaris – An Overview
Posted on Wednesday, October 14th, 2009
Safaris offer a sense of escapism and raw natural connections that now seems to be increasingly rare with the rise of skyscraper hotels and brand ridden accommodations, South Africa has no brand covered game lodges and tents, just original and authentic accommodation, offering an original and authentic experiences.
The majority of the safaris are based in the north east region of South Africa, based in and around the Kruger National Park.
The Kruger National Park was first founded in 1895 and was named after Paul Kruger president of the Transvaal Republic. The park was increased in 1926 and official named Kruger National Park.
As of 2009, the park has counted approximately:
- 27,000 African Buffalo
- 350 African Hunting Dogs
- 350 Black Rhinoceros
- 4,509 White Rhinoceros
- 17,797 Burchell’s Zebras
- 500 Bushbucks
- 200 Cheetahs
- 300 Common Eland
- 5,114 Giraffes
- 5,798 Greater Kudus
- 3,000 Hippopotamus
- 1,500 Lions
- 1,000 Leopards
- 2,000 Spotted Hyenas
- 11,672 Elephants
- 5,000 Waterbuck
- 9,612 Blue Wildebeest
- 90,000 Impalas
South African Safaris offer luxury for families and couples giving everyone the opportunity to sample decedent accommodation as well as award winning food and service.
The weather varies throughout South Africa, often creating pockets of ecosystems gathering around waterholes and riverbanks; much of Africa’s wildlife migrates every year to these affluent areas, which turns into a flourishing green oasis seasonally every year. The South African savannah is exquisite all year round with flora and fauna existing prolifically in the area. There are countless reasons to have a safari in South Africa, but the strongest reason of all, is simply because you can see nature working perfectly and harmoniously, together.
Beautiful lodges and personal 4×4 safaris with experienced rangers and trackers are simply the start to a luxury South African safari. The safaris are often conducted in search of the Big Five, along with birdlife and water safaris. The lodges rarely hold more than 20 giving you the chance to bond with fellow safari goers as well as having the space to have some private personal time, giving you the perfect environment to socialize and relax.
Camps and resorts offer a wonderful mix of “jungle chic” and raw African appeal, the combination is exquisite offering more than you could possibly imagine, there is a certain je ne sais quoi viewing a herd of elephants from a silk lined bed, or watching lions play from your personal plunge pool, the lodges offer something awe inspiring and infinitely memorable.
Great post, I couldn’t agree more!
I love the picture of the elephant