Going on a safari is a very exciting trip and if its your first time, then you are in for an amazing adventure.
While having your own guides can be a great way to see the African animals in all their glory, it can get very expensive over a 2 or 3 week holiday.
If you are vacationing in any of the large national parks across Africa, then getting your own vehicle and driving through the parks is the best option.
Not only does it allow for more flexibility, but it is a lot cheaper.
Driving on your own through the African Savannah is not nearly as dangerous as many people think.
As long as you take the necessary precautions it can be a very safe way to do a safari.
Here are the 3 most important safety tips you need to take note of.
1.
Never Leave Your Vehicle The majority of the national parks have dirt roads.
Always stick to these dirt roads and always abide by the speed limits.
No mater what you do, never leave your vehicle.
You are in the wild and there are so many dangers you expose yourself the second you leave your vehicle.
As long as you stay in your car, you will be safe.
90% of attacks on humans are caused by people leaving their cars.
2.
Never Camp Outside You will notice that the national parks have a series of camps that are usually no more than 3 or 4 hours drive apart.
These camps are fenced off (often with electric fences) and are classified as safe for camping.
African animals hunt at night and camping inside a safe camping spot is absolutely critical.
In fact, you need to make sure that you are inside these camps when night falls, just to stay safe.
3.
Never Feed The Animals On your safari you will encounter a wide range of unique and exotic animals.
Money's, baboons and many smaller animals have become quite tame over the years and will approach your vehicle.
Its important that you never throw them any food and that you keep your windows closed when any animal gets close.
Feeding 1 monkey can attract thousands of them very quickly and before you know it you can create a situation.
Smaller animals attract bigger animals and you do not want to get caught in the middle.