The Things Everyone Remembers About African Safaris

Every vacation is different, offering something new and exciting to everyone and giving every guest something unique to take away with them. African safaris are no different; we embark on them looking for an adventure and depart for home having had the time of our lives. We reminisce for years, dream over photographs and relive stories with our loved ones. There are some things however that stand out about Africa safaris, regardless of the destination, people we shared it with and lodges that we stayed in; there are simply some things that everyone remembers about African safaris – this is partly what makes them so popular.

We’ve put together a list of the things most people remember about their African safaris. Take a look at the list and see if you agree with them - you may even be enticed to start planning the holiday you’ve been dreaming of.

• Sunset game drives. There really is nothing like going on a game drive at the end of a long, lazy day. More often than not, your game ranger will stop for you to enjoy the sunset with some drinks and snacks. Most game rangers will choose an open plain or even take you to the top of a hill so that you can view the whole park change colour as the sun sets.
   
• As most game drives are early in the morning or at dusk, you’ll spend quite a lot of time relaxing at your lodge. This time can be spent sun tanning, catching up on the latest best seller, sleeping or even having a spa treatment.
   
• It’s impossible to go on an African safari and not be enthralled by the wildlife you discover. Whether it’s a vervet monkey trying to steal fruit off your breakfast table, a lion roaring before hunting or a baby elephant trying to use its trunk, you’ll find yourself completely absorbed by their simple natures and very enviable relaxed routines. Without a doubt, there’ll be more than enough photo opportunities for you to take those snaps that will remind you of your holiday for years to come.
   
• The smell of Africa – although this seems rather bizarre, you’ll find yourself enjoying a very unique smell; a combination of hot temperatures, baked earth, fresh air and grass.
   
• Every time of day and season has a different sound.  Every morning in the African bush you’ll wake up to the sounds of birds chirping and the odd beetle flying past. As the sun gets higher in the sky, things quiet down – if you’re lucky you might hear a bird’s call or a muffle of grass as an antelope grazes. As the sun sets the noise of insects fills the air and later on as night falls you’ll be able to hear a lion roar or hyena laugh.
   
• The simplicity of life offered by African safaris is undoubtedly one of the most memorable aspects of holidays in the bush. Here, you can take your time, live by the sun, and enjoy fresh air and proper relaxation.  In future stressful situations you’ll find yourself dreaming of the tranquillity you once experienced here.

African safaris have the ability to relax, inspire and enchant. Without a doubt, they’re amongst the most sought after holidays in the world, offering truly unique experiences and a new world for guests to explore. With the memories made, guest will have a lifetime of good times to look back on and will no doubt plan their next holiday based on the aspects that they enjoyed most about their last one. If you’ve never been on Africa safaris before, prepare for a life-changing adventure that you’ll treasure for years to come.