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African Safaris - Wildlife, Five-Star Lodges and More

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White LionWho hasn't craved the adventure and romance of a safari at some point? Today going to Africa doesn't necessarily mean roughing it with luxury tents and five-star lodges along the way.

When you travel will dictate what you see and do on your safari. Spring (September - November) and Summer (December - February) are the region's rainy seasons. The bush is lush and green at this time and also is when most newborn animals are visible. Autumn (March - May) and Winter (June - August) are the dry months when the bush becomes less dense and with diminished rainfall comes the more frequent gatherings of large groups of animals at the waterholes. Check out some of our favorite trips below and start thinking about making this dream a reality!


Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve
Mpumalanga, South Africa
Sabi Sabi Amber SuiteThe award winning Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve is renowned for its five-star lodges, remarkable safaris and unparallel service. Guests can choose from four very different lodging styles while on the reserve. The Selati Camp reflects the romantic history of the safari experience. The Bush Lodge and Little Bush Camp offer a more contemporary take on the African bush. The Earth Lodge is a remarkable and elegant building built directly into a slope in terrain. And then there are the safaris – Sabi Sabi has alternatives to suit every taste including morning, evening and bird watching trips.

An Eleven-Day Grand Safari
Tanzania
Masai VillagersFor a more traditional safari experience try Tauck's 11-day trip through Tanzania. This extravagant adventure includes visit to the Serengeti, Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Parks where guests get up close to Africa's big five – elephants, leopards, lions, rhinoceros and buffalo. Guests will stay in luxury safari lodges and tented camps along the way. Amongst the many highlights of this amazing trip are a hot-air balloon ride over the Serengeti and a visit to a Masai village.

Eastern Cape Package – The Best of the Bush, Beach and City
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
OceanaFor a special trip that combines the remarkable African bush landscape with an urban experience travelers can enjoy The Mantis Collection combination trip. This shorter "South Africa sampler" 5-Night package includes: two nights at a choice of 4 safari lodges; two nights at the Oceana Beach & Wildlife Reserve and ending the trip with one night at the luxurious Shamwari Townhouse. Lengths of stay maybe altered to fit your tastes on an a la carte basis, but this particular package is good only through November of 2009. As an additional perk to those choosing this 5-night package, a complimentary spa treatment for two at the Oceana Beach & Wildlife Reserve.

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