Kenya Safari Packages & Safari Kenya Deals

When first thinking of a vacation to Africa, a safari is what usually comes to mind. The once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience wildlife often only able to be viewed at the zoo is almost impossible to pass up. When imagining a safari, most of us think of riding in a 4 x 4 through the wilds of Africa, and do not realize that there are many other options. Depending on your level of activity, you might prefer to choose another of the several safari options. Three alternate ways to experience an African safari are by canoeing, flying, or on horseback.

As Africa has several large rivers, canoeing is an ideal choice for exploring all that the continent has to offer. One of the more popular areas for exploring with this type of African safari is lower Zambezi, which includes the Mana Pools National Park, a World Heritage Site, and Lower Zambezi National Park. As with most African vacations, the experience can range from relaxing, while staying in comfortable lodging, to an all-out roughing it adventure. In the case of more adventurous canoe trips, accommodations are typically setup camping-style on islands and riverbanks as opposed to more established housing.

A flying African safari is another interesting option. The airplane pilot will often act as your guide for these kinds of trips. The most typical areas to cover are Kenya, Botswana, and Namibia. An appealing choice due to the large amount of area able to be covered in a short amount of time, flying safaris are a good choice for those wanting to visit many different areas and/or who have only a limited amount of vacation time. However, as they typically offer more luxurious lodging, these can be a bit pricey.

Another alternative way to experience an African safari is on horseback. Without relying on loud, modern, motor-vehicles, this offers a way to commune with all of the amazing nature that surrounds you. Another benefit of this is being able to see exclusive wildlife that might be missed with a typical safari. Although more physically demanding than a driving safari, it offers a bit more relaxation than simply walking. No matter which option you choose, they all promise to be an experience unlike any other. Also, all of these options can be combined with walking and driving tours which allows you to mix and match in order to accommodate the specific areas you wish to visit as well as your budget, leaving you with the perfect way to experience Africa.