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Gorilla sightseeing in Bwindi National Park East Africa

admin — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 06:20:41 +0000

The best place to view various gorillas in Africa would be at the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This park is known in the region as the sanctuary of many gorillas, that is why it is appointed as the leading gorilla safari destinations particularly in East Africa. The park is mainly located in the south western of Uganda; this part of Africa is the house of about 700 species of extinct mountain gorilla. There are two kinds of groups in Mountain Gorillas and these are the Habiyania group which have 23 gorillas and the Mubare group which have 16 gorillas. On the other hand the half of the gorillas could be found in the Rwanda’s Virunga National Park.

This incredible national park was once been a reserve during 1942 and eventually been upgraded as a genuine National Park in 1992. Bwindi was then named as UNESCO World Heritage Site in the year 1994. From then it already boasts off to the tourists to view the giant mountain gorillas wandering in their natural habitat. The best adventure that tourists can encounter in the park is trekking on their 32, 000 hectares of intertwined vegetation just to look for these giant primates. Due to this it is designated as one of the best Uganda safaris in Africa that attracts millions of tourists all over the world.

Another interesting adventure to experience in Bwindi National Park is birdwatching. The park is also a home of about 360 species of birds. In fact, the park’s forest is known in East Africa as one of the best habitats of birds. Bwindi is not just famous because it is visible of the gorilla species but it is also known for many different species like 160 species of trees, 90 mammal species, 310 butterfly species and more. If you were looking for the best Africa travel holiday adventure, this park is a good choice.

Venturing Africa Safari at Tsitsikamma National Park

admin — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 08:24:46 +0000

Looking for the best Africa safari adventure? The best place to go is the Tsitsikamma National Park. This park has almost everything tourists are looking. This amazing park is located in the remote area of Eastern Cape Province the park is famous as an ecotourism mecca which is ideal for both adventure travelers and eco-travelers. The Tsitsikamma National Park was made in 1964 which includes the marine reserve of about 80 kilometers of coastline. The meaning of Tsitsikamma is a place of abundant or sparkling water. Most of the adventure activities+are located around the village which is nearby the entrance park right exactly at the mouth of the Storms River.

While about the park’s weather temperature, it has a mild weather throughout the year despite the fact that most of their rainfall here is heavy. There are a lot of adventure safari activities in Tsitsikamma such like scuba diving trails, snorkeling and more. Experiencing their Zip-line would let you tour the yellow-wood canopy of Tsitsikamma Park of Africa. You will start the adventure at the top of the 100 feet above the mountain. Discover some of the hidden treasure of the park such like viewing on their African Black Oystercatchers and Pied and Giant Kingfishers. Explore the park’s forest as well and see the Loerie, Narina Trogon, Woodpecker, Cuckooshrike and more.

Tsitsikamma National Park is not just a typical place for tourists but it is as well a place well-maintained by the management to make it look natural. And it also has the best accommodation to stay if you were tired of wandering around after your African safari adventure. Accommodation starts from caravan parks, lodges, tentsites, and self-catering cottages. As mentioned above, the park has almost everything every tourist is looking. Though there are still a lot of incredible places to venture your safari adventure in Africa however, Tsitsikamma National Park is just one of the best.

Great Parks for Safari in South Africa

admin — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 08:26:58 +0000

Do you want the best out from your Africa safari tours? Then start it in the south part of Africa and enjoy the wildlife activities in some of their famous National and Regional Parks. If you want the best parks in Africa, heading to South Africa is recommended. South Africa caters of more than 20 National Parks. It already includes the region’s two famous parks which are the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park and the Kruger Park. Aside from the two your Africa travel would never be complete without visiting the other parks of South Africa.

The Camdeboo National Park

This park boasts something unique to every tourist who came to visit the park. Belonged to the Karoo this part of South Africa is well known for about hundred millions of years as one of the natural wonders of the world. Camdeboo National Park offer tourists to view some of its interesting landscape, panoramic sceneries and ecosystem.

The Agulhas National Park

This National Park has been rushed with Africa travelers because of its unique history and hidden mystery. Located in the southern-tip of Africa Agulhas National Park is a great place to enjoy sightseeing and joining its activities. Swimming and fishing are just some of the best activities to join in Agulahas National Park. While some of the interesting views to see in the park include the Graveyard of ships, the lighthouse at Cape Agulhas, Fynbos and more.

The Addo Elephant Park

This elephant park is the home of about 450 elephants, antelope species and Cape buffalo. If you were looking for various elephants for your Africa travel heading to this park is ideal. Every year this park offers the best views of elephant and other kinds of species. The available activities here include 4×4 Trail, Bird watching, PPC Discovery Trail, Hiking Trails, Addo horse trails and more.

The Mountain Zebra National Park

This park is covered with various types of plant species. This place is best to view as well during spring time since different kinds of flowers blooms. The most interesting view here are the zebras which is more unique compared to the typical zebras.

African Game Reserves

admin — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 09:26:28 +0000

Africa is famous for their safaris and game reserves, the continent itself have been a tourists’ destination because of that. In the game reserves you will find the animals in their natural habitat hunting for their food and for their survival. There are plenty of game reserves that are all over Africa, the top game reserves that are being visited mostly are the; Sabi Sands Game Reserve, Madikwe Game Reserve, and Shamwari Game Reserve to name some of them.

The Sabi Sands Game Reserve is located at the Kruger Park in South Africa; this is one of the most exclusive game reserves. This is a sixty-five hectare and the Leopards are the attraction to this reserve. You will find the leopards hunting for its prey in its natural habitat. You will also find here elephants, rhinos and buffalos. The Madikwe Game Reserve is located just right at the border of Botswana. You will find the cheetahs, lions, elephants, buffalos, zebras, antelopes, hyenas in this reserve. In the Shamwari Game Reserve, is located between Port Elizabeth and Grahamstown, this game reserve have received honors such as the World’s Leading Conservation Company and Game Reserve. This reserve houses five eco systems and has numerous species of birds and plants.