Going on a safari holiday\y can be an extremely exciting time and although you may not currently be able to go or are having to post pone your trip, that doesn’t mean that you cannot start to plan ahead. One important thing to consider when going on a safari is that you take the right clothing and equipment. You need to ensure that you are comfortable on the safari trip as wearing shoes that rub you or being too hot will only make your experience less enjoyable which is certainly not what you want.

The type of clothing to take on your safari holiday will depend on the time of year you are going and what type of safari you are going on. But there are some pointers that should be followed regardless of when or where you go. When going on any safari you want to try and blend in with your surroundings as much as possible. To do this you want to wear natural coloured clothing such as khaki. These colours will match the shrubs and land meaning you are less likely to be spotted by the wildlife or to startle them.

Always pack layers as the weather conditions can vary greatly. You should ideally wear breathable layers that will keep you cool in the hot afternoon sun. If you are setting off early on your safari then you may find the mornings quite cool and require an extra layer or two.  

A safari holiday is something many of us dream to be able to do. It really is a magnificent experience that will stay with you forever. Since the Covid outbreak, the safari industry has been hit hard. Many flights have been stopped to and from Africa (which is one of the most popular places for a safari), people have had holiday cancelled and are scared to book again until they know what is happening.

All of this has had a huge impact on the national parks and the safari companies that rely on the tourism industry to keep going.

All of these companies are starting to really struggle and without the income from visitors, they are worried that the funds will soon run out. Although the safaris are there to allow people to view these amazing animals in the wild, they also often pump a lot of the profits back into conservation and looking after the environment that these animals live in. Without this money, many people are concerned that their work will have to stop which could be hugely detrimental to the already declining numbers of many species. We can only hope that this time will pass quickly and that income will soon start to pour in again.

South Africa is well renowned for its fabulous safari holidays. There really is no better place to go to experience all a safari holiday has to offer. The obvious types of safari are the big five – where you can expect to see the African leopard, African lion, Cape buffalo, African elephant and rhinoceros or maybe a gorilla trekking experience, but have you ever though about going on a shark safari. Shark safaris are not for the faint hearted but can be an eye opening experience like no other. If you love the water and want to opportunity to get up close to these fantastic creatures then this is a trip not to be missed.

Most of the shark experience trips require no previous experience as long as you are able to breath through an oxygen mask, you are good to go. All equipment is provided and as long as you book with a reputable company, is all safety checked before each dive.

Many of the dives cost around £100-£150 each which is very reasonable considering the experience you get. Its not just the sharks that will wow you, with a wealth of beautiful marine life you can be sure you will not be disappointed.

Safari holidays are very popular amongst people of all ages. There are lots of locations all over the world that offer safari holiday experiences but often you will find some of the best are located in South Africa.

If you are considering going on a safari holiday in South Africa, you want to try and go all out as much as you can. You can go on cheap safari holidays but really if you want the true experience of a safari then you should try and not skimp on your budget. One way of having a fantastic safari trip whilst keeping the costs down is to go with a group of other people. Flights, accommodation, and safari tours all often offer discounts for group bookings.

Many safari vehicles are shared with other occupants and often dinning is communal, meaning you will be eating with others anyway (unless you have paid for a private chef) so you may as well share the experience with people you enjoy spending time with.

. Not only will you be able to enjoy the sights and experiences together but will be able to carry on talking about it for years to come.

Although many of us are not able or not happy to travel too far for a holiday this year, that does not mean you cannot start to plan for next year. An African Safari is often a once in a lifetime opportunity that should not be missed. It is said to be one of the most amazing types of holidays you can go on.

Depending on what type of safari you want to do and what animals you wish to see will help you decide on what time of the year to visit South Africa. During the months of May through to September, is the dry season. This is actually classed as their winter as although it is dry, the temperature drops during this period. There is virtually no rainfall during this winter period therefore animals often gather around predictable water sources, making them easier to find  and more predictable on a safari trip.

The summer months are usually April through to October and although this time of year can be very hot it is also often quite wet. This can attract different wildlife to the area but also with the vegetation thriving in these conditions, make it harder to spot some of the animals.