Plan your African safari
Nature can be unpredictable and you don’t want to waste your time and money traveling to Africa and missing that one experience you really wanted. Whilst we certainly can’t control the weather, the seasons and the wildlife in Africa, you would be amazed by how much you are able to predict and plan your safari around.
A safari in Africa can be life-changing, so slow down and take it all in. Rather return home with a happy heart and a mind full of memories, than a list full of ticks and a stamped passport which you can’t quite remember.
Can you be guaranteed to see the Big 5 in the wild?
The normal answer:
No, nothing in nature can be guaranteed.
Africans Sojourns answer::
Almost. If you absolutely have to see the Big 5, then spending a minimum of 4 nights in the Sabi Sands will all but guarantee this. No other destination delivers sightings of all the Big 5 as consistently and as often.
If I visit Kenya, will I get to see the migration?
The normal answer:
Yes, the wildebeest migration takes place in Kenya and Tanzania.
Africans Sojourns answer:
You can go to East Africa and hardly see a single wildebeest! The wildebeest migration follows a roughly circular pattern and the rains meaning that you need to know the traditional times and patterns to get your timing correct.
Is it just wildebeest and zebra that migrate in big groups?
The normal answer:
Yes, this phenomenon is what we refer to as “the migration”
Africans Sojourns answer:
There are also other migrations that take place in Africa. In Zambia huge colonies of bats migrate in November and 1000’s of Zebra and Wildebeest migrate across the Luwi Plains. A Zebra Migration takes place in Botswana. Carmine Bee Eaters congregate in large groups in the Mana Pools region of Zimbabwe and The Sardine Run takes places in South Africa.
Do we have to travel in June, July and August to have good wildlife sightings?
The normal answer:
The winter months are when game is easy to spot, due to the lack of foliage.
Africans Sojourns answer:
Game can be viewed throughout the year. The “Green Season” is an especially nice time to be in the bush and is often cheaper as well Many babies are born in these months and therefore predator activity increases. The bird life is also spectacular at this time of year.
Is it true that I am not allowed to wear white in the bush?
The normal answer:
Yes, white is not permitted on game drives and on walks.
Africans Sojourns answer:
There is no regulation, as such, that prohibits the wearing of white. The suggestion to not wear white has become widespread simply due to practical reasons. It gets dirty very easily from dust and mud! And it stands out clearly under the strong African sunshine so makes it much more difficult to blend into the green and brown bush when on a walk. This inhibits your chances of seeing game.
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Discovery chat
We spend some time telephonically or by email getting a really good understanding of you, your likes and dislikes.
Safari proposal review
Once we feel comfortable we have the information we need, we will send you a personalised proposal for you to review and amend.
Peace of mind travel
Once the big day arrives, you can travel with total peace of mind knowing that we are covering all the steps you take behind the scenes.
