African Safaris with Kids
Safari, the word for journey in Swahili, brings to mind thoughts of adventure and wildlife. Whether you picture yourself roaming the bush in an open vehicle, walking through tall grass to get up close to the animals or envision an exotic escape at a luxury safari lodge, taking the children need not be as daunting as it sounds. Wildlife safaris offer families the opportunity to experience wildlife in its natural habitat, nurture a love and appreciation for nature, and connect with the kids. Spotting lions at a short distance and in their natural habitat is a fascinating experience. And lions ar... Read Moree just part of the fun. The quantity and variety of animals will impress even the wary.
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The Big Five
 
LionThe African big five - Lion, African Elephant, Cape Buffalo, Rhinoceros and Leopard - are neither the biggest animals in Africa nor the continent's most endangered species. The Big Five, a phrase thought up by trophy hunters, refers to the five most difficult African animals to hunt on foot. And while these animals are among Africa's most ferocious - they strike back at huntsman with claw, tooth, horn and foot - they aren't the only dangerous animals on the Black Continent. The hippopotamus, African crocodile and mosquito kill more people each year. |