A safari holiday can be an amazing experience and although it is not something you may be able to do at present with Covid restrictions, it doesn’t mean you cant still plan for it and do your research.

Certain wildlife is native to particular areas and often you will find a higher population in one area to another. If there is a specific animal you wish to see then you need to check that not only are they found in the place that you are going but also during that time of year. The time of year you go affects the amount and types of wildlife around as some animals prefer to be out in the hot wet climate whilst others are more active in the cooler, drier months. During the drier months in places such as South Africa, animals tend to congregate around the water holes.

Before booking a safari holiday have a chat with the tour operator and explain what experience you are looking for and what animals you would like to see. Although they cannot guarantee what experience you will have, they know the places to go to give you the best opportunity.

Every day on a safari is different, so if you do not see what you hoped to the first time you may well the next.