World Watcher

If you are looking for a once in a lifetime type of holiday then you must consider a safari holiday. The can open your eyes to a whole new world and promises to be a holiday like no other you have previously experienced.

Safari holidays have increased in popularity over the last decade or so and more and more people are choosing to venture out from their the usual beach holiday and book a safari holiday package instead. Safari holidays can be fantastic fun for the whole family but it has only been in recent years that the prices have come down a bit making them more affordable to people.

Over the last decade or so Africa has become a very popular tourist destination. With TV series like “Africa” and “Planet Earth” presented by the amazing Sir David Attenborough, it has opened up our eyes to another world and one which many of us want to now try and explore more of.

A safari holiday in South Africa is the perfect get away for old and young alike although if you are thinking of going on one with younger children you do need to do your research and find a company that caters specifically for children.

It is important to do your research before choosing your accommodation as it really can make or break a holiday. If you do end up choosing the wrong accommodation you may find that it has a knock-on effect on the whole of your holiday and that you simply do not enjoy it.

When booking accommodation, you need to think what is most important to you. It may be that you just want to be close to the place you wish to visit, so possibly in a city centre or near an amusement park. If this is the case then location is probably your number one priority. If you are going to be sending quite a bit of time at the accommodation then the facilities may be more what you are looking for.  

Choosing whether to stay in a hotel or B and B is also another option you may need to consider. Many B and B’s have a policy where you have to be in by a certain time before the doors are locked. If staying in a rented cottage or villa you will have the freedom to come and go as you please. And also have plenty of space to spread out if there is a large group or family.

Choosing to go on an amazing safari holiday is an experience that for many is a once in a lifetime chance to watch remarkable wildlife in their natural habitat and sample a different way of life. Although safari holidays attract mostly couples or solo travellers more and more families are choosing this type of adventure.

If you are considering a safari holiday for your family, safety is going to quite rightly be of utmost importance. Taking guided tours may reassure you and help you to feel confident that the whole family will be safe during the trip. An expert guide will issue an itinerary is which will include stops for food and overnight stays if necessary, thereby reducing the worry you may feel when taking your family on a safari trip.

First time safari travellers and experienced holidaymakers alike should consider a visit to the Kruger National Park and surrounding reserves as it is one of the largest parks in South Africa and has probably the highest density of wildlife giving your family the best chance of spotting the Big Five. By following the guides recommendations and advice you and your family should have an incredible experience safe in the knowledge that you are in expert hands.

Many people are still wary about booking a holiday abroad at the moment and are waiting to see whether summer holidays will be able to be taken this year and if they are which countries will be open for business and what restrictions will be in place. While we are waiting for these big decisions to be made, that are mostly out of our control, it is a good time to get online and start to research different holiday destinations and resorts so that when the time is right we can go ahead and book our much-anticipated holiday abroad.

A good place to start is to download or even print off a world map and begin to consider places that you would love to visit in the future. It could be that you have always fancied taking a safari holiday to South Africa to see the Big 5 but have never got round to finding out the costs involved in this type of adventure. Some people toy with the idea of taking a Caribbean cruise but are unsure about which islands stops are included and what the itinerary would be well this is the ideal opportunity to find out and gather the information you need to know ready for when you can confidently book your escape.