From waterfall watching to Safari tours and mountain climbing, there are great places to visit in Africa, offering a deeper dive into the world of nature’s most beautiful wildlife, art, culture, and food.
If you’re bored of your customary visit to France or Italy, here are the top vacation spots in Africa you have to visit this summer.
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
If you’d like to see wildlife like elephants and zebras or the fascinating migration of wilderbeasts then you must go on a safari tour via the Serengeti. It promises an immersive experience with the turbulent crossing of the wilder beast through the Serengeti while trying to escape the Nile crocodiles waiting patiently in the river.
It will cost you but make sure you book in advance and use the park’s campground to save some money.
For the best viewing experience, go from June through October.
Victoria Falls
Found between Zambia and Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls is one of the world’s most majestic waterfalls making even Niagara Falls look like a pool.
Did you know Victoria Falls is a UNESCO World Heritage site?
It is located in Mosi Oa Tunya Park and the best time to visit is between April and May. While there, you will enjoy checking out the Knife-Edge Bridge, Devil’s Pool, Zambezi River, and Livingstone Island.
Masai Mara National Reserve
If you’re fascinated by the big five cats, then the Masai Mara National Reserve is the place for you. One of Kenya’s priced reserves, Masai Mara is home to lions, cheetahs, hippos, and elephants.
Asides the Serengeti, this is another alternative for those who want to go on a safari tour. Before you choose a guide, ensure they’re verified by the Kenya Professional Safari Guides Association.
Do well to go horseback riding while you’re at Masai Mara National Reserve and there’s an option to enjoy the safari tour with a hot air balloon.
Rwanda Volcanoes National Park
If you love the liveliness of rainforests or you want to have an up close view of gorillas then you must visit Rwanda Volcanoes National Park.
You’ll be taken on a hike by a professional guide into the rainforest where you’d see gorillas in their natural habitat. If you’re lucky you may be able to get closer shots with the gorillas, giving you a thrilling experience.
Other honourable mentions of places to visit in Africa include;
- Okavango Delta, Botswana
- Seychelles
- Cairo: The pyramids of Giza, Egypt
- Marrakesh, Morocco
- Lake Malawi
- Blue Nile Falls in Ethiopia
Lastly, ensure you hire professional and government-vetted guides. Using public facilities means you’ll save more.
Have fun!
