When it comes to travel bucket lists, “going on Luxury safari in Africa” is an item that appears on many of them. And understandably so – seeing things like elephants and lions and hippos in their natural wild habitats is magic; going to the zoo is never the same again.
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I've been lucky enough to go on several safaris in a handful of different countries on the African continent. Each African safari has varied in everything from terrain to wildlife sightings, but they've all been incredible. Being able to pinpoint the best safari in Africa is probably impossible since it's so subjective, but this is such a bucket list item for so many people. Hopefully my detailing some of my favorite places to go on safari in Africa (so far) can help you narrow down the options when you plan your own trip.
The best parks for safaris in Africa:
1. Serengeti National Park
The Serengeti often represents the epitome of the African safari experience for many people. It's the park shown in so many nature specials, and of course the park represented in classics like “The Lion King.” And it's a great park for an epic safari.
Serengeti fun fact: While the Serengeti isn't even close to being the largest national park in Africa, it still covers 5,700 square miles (14,750 square kilometers). The name “Serengeti” in the local Maasai language translates to “endless plain.”
The best time to visit the Serengeti: The experience in the Serengeti can vary wildly depending on which season you visit in. Dry season is June-October, and usually the busiest – it's also when the Great Migration happens. I visited in the dry season in August, which was good for seeing things like big cats hunting, but also SUPER dry and dusty. March-May are usually the rainiest months, but also when you can get the best deals.
2. Ngorongoro Crater
One of my favorite safaris took place inside the Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania's Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The massive conservation area is right next to Serengeti National Park, but the crater itself could not be more different.
Millions of years ago, a volcano likely larger than Mount Kilimanjaro erupted (well, more like exploded), leaving behind what is today called the Ngorongoro Crater. The Crater is 2,000 feet (610 meters) deep, and its floor covers 100 square miles (260 square kilometers); it's one of the largest inactive, intact volcanic calderas in the world. And you can go on safari inside it.
The best time to visit the Ngorongoro Crater: Wet season in the Crater stretches from November to May, and this is when it's the most lush. The best wildlife viewing months are generally June-September in dry season, but this is also when it's busiest. If you want less crowds, the end of rainy season (April/May) is usually recommended – just pack a rain jacket.
3. Maasai Mara National Reserve
The Maasai Mara in Kenya is a great safari destination since you can blend the wildlife viewing experience with some cultural visits to local Maasai villages, too. The Mara offers up a well-rounded experience in Kenya.
Maasai Mara fun fact: The Maasai Mara is connected to the Serengeti across the border in Tanzania. The Great Migration takes place between the two parks.
The best time to visit the Maasai Mara: The best months for wildlife viewing are usually June-October (dry season), with January and February also being okay and usually not quite so busy. The Great Migration usually takes place July-September, though of course you can never predict those river crossings.
4. Kruger National Park
My very first safari was in Kruger National Park in South Africa. Covering more than 7,500 square miles (nearly 19,500 square kilometers), Kruger is one of the largest game parks in Africa. It's also an excellent place for a first safari since it's easily accessible.
Kruger fun fact: It was the first national park created in South Africa in 1926.
The best time to visit Kruger: The rainy season in Kruger runs from September through April, and the dry season from May to September. The “best” times to visit are usually in between the two seasons: in April/May and in September, when temperatures are mild. I visited in May, and the weather was mostly dry with warm days and cool nights.
5. Chobe National Park
If it's elephants you love, then you absolutely need to put Botswana's Chobe National Park on your must-visit list. Chobe covers 4,500 square miles (11,700 square kilometers) in northern Botswana. It was Botswana's first national park, and is known for having a lot of wildlife.
This park offers up some unique ways to view the wildlife, too, including boat tours that get you right up close with hippos and swimming elephants.
The best time to visit Chobe National Park: May to October is dry season in Chobe, and the best time for wildlife viewing. During the dry season, many animals congregate around the Chobe River and other watering holes, making sightings frequent and easy.
6. Etosha National Park
The other parks and reserves on this list are some of the biggest names for safari in Africa. But I wanted to add one more that I personally loved, but that I don't think usually gets the attention that it deserves!
Etosha National Park covers 8,600 square miles (22,270 square kilometers) in northwestern Namibia and has been a game reserve for more than 100 years.
Etosha fun fact: The park is named after the Etosha Pan, which is a massive salt pan located almost entirely within the national park.
The best time to visit Etosha National Park: Dry season (May-October) is the ideal time to visit Etosha. The months of July-September are the most popular, when animals tend to gather around watering holes and when temperatures are fairly mild.
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