| Before stepping on that plane for a marvelous safari | | | | However, during that time, it will be summer in Southern |
| adventure, plan like there's no tomorrow. You will thank | | | | Cape. |
| your self for being precautious when faced with | | | | When one prefers Indian and Ocean Islands he or she |
| untoward incidents. | | | | can expect the seasonal trend to be more like of that |
| Here are the important things you should consider | | | | of Southern Africa. In these islands, summer rains last |
| when going on a safari travel: | | | | from November through April. Cyclones can also be |
| 1. Remember that it is one challenging endeavor. | | | | experienced during those seasons. From May to |
| Planning a safari can be one of the most exciting feats | | | | October, the dry season occurs. |
| one can ever manage to make happen. It is not one of | | | | 4. Choose your activities. |
| the generic travels, usual jetsetters indulge in. Though | | | | Among others, safari traveling offers these fun-filled |
| you are provided with a tour brochure and a tourist | | | | activities:a. gorilla trekking b. sailing c. birdwatching d. |
| guide, it still is better to research on your own regarding | | | | participatory camping e. self driving |
| the various itineraries. | | | | 5. Know what you can afford. |
| 2. Best spots for safari should be spotted. | | | | When choosing a trip, budget constraints should never |
| The most suggested parts of Africa to enjoy safari | | | | be overlooked. Decide on a price range that you can |
| include East and Central Africa, Southern Africa and | | | | work on. To make your budgeting more effective |
| Indian Ocean Islands. | | | | consider the level of luxury of your safari travel, length |
| 3. Prepare for the climate. | | | | of your trip, activities, accommodations preferences, |
| It is a must to know the seasonal trends and how they | | | | meals and season. |
| will affect your travel. But also remember that the | | | | 6. Determine your travel style. |
| weather is fickle-minded so you can never really | | | | Do you prefer your safari to be more luxurious, |
| accurately predict the outcome of your travel if you | | | | moderate or rustic? Will you let kids tag along? Are |
| will base it one the weather alone. | | | | you traveling with a group or will you be one bold, |
| If you are going to visit East and Central Africa, long | | | | independent traveler? Will you travel by air or road? |
| rains start early in April to early June. Short rains | | | | What about your guide and your vehicle? |
| abound during late November to December. | | | | Answering those questions will more or less improve |
| Southern Africa has its rainy season from late | | | | your overview of your dream safari travel. |
| November through mid-April for the safari areas. | | | | Have fun! |