Going on safari is an increasingly popular way to spend a vacation, and with good reason. Beach vacations are all well and good, but they soon become repetitive. Everyone loves nature and wildlife, and what better way to experience it than on a safari? Before getting to enjoy yourself though, you first need to spend a little time making sure that you book yourself on the right safari and that you are fully prepared for it.The following is some practical information and advice on selecting and preparing for an African safari…

Safari Tour Operators : There are lots of tour operators to choose from, but not all of them are reputable and legitimate. Therefore, look for testimonials and reviews before deciding which one to sign up with. Find out where they operate from. Ideally you want to choose one that has offices in both Africa and your home country. The cost of safaris varies greatly, so you will need to shop around in order to get yourself a good deal.

Health : Unless you have done a lot of travelling to Africa before, you will probably need to visit a travel clinic before your safari to get some immunization shots. Not only can these clinics make sure that you are properly immunized, they will also be able to offer advice on traveling safely. They will let you know if the water is safe to drink, if mosquitoes will be a problem, etc.

Weather / Climate : The weather will vary greatly from country to country, so be sure to read up about what to expect in the particular country that you will be visiting, and not base your packing decisions on what friends have told you about their safari trips in other countries. Even within one country there can be significant differences in climate between different regions, so you really need to research this thoroughly. It is a common mistake to just pack shorts, t-shirts and sandals.

Accommodation : Both luxury accommodation and back to basics accommodation will be available for you to choose from. You can get some great bargains by opting for the latter. In fact, if you are planning on spending a few nights out in the wild, then you will have no choice but to ‘rough it’.

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