Observing wild animals in their natural habitat makes you dream? Discover the 14 most beautiful national parks on the planet where to safari!
Making a safari in one of the most beautiful national parks in the world is the assurance of living an unforgettable adventure. These large protected areas are home to exceptional fauna and flora. Explorers in the soul, you wonder where to admire nature in the raw state and meet wild animals? Prepare your binoculars and cameras, we are going to discover the best safaris on the planet, in Africa, Asia and South America!
1. Kruger National Park (South Africa)
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Africa is not the only continent where wildlife is observed, but some of the world’s most important natural reserves are still there. The Kruger National Park in South Africa is one of them. Kruger is one of the largest protected areas in Africa and is home to almost 150 mammal species.
The best time to go
To maximize your chances of seeing animals and enjoying a mild weather, prefer the months from May to October.
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Kruger is the ideal place to watch Big Five: lion, elephant, leopard, black rhinos and buffalo.
2. Etosha National ParkNamibia)
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Let’s stay south of Africa to discover the Etosha National Park in Namibia. Experience the unique experience of safari in this huge salt desert where a few oases emerge. You can observe, among other things, elephants, zebras, impalas, lions, giraffes, pink flamingos, and even leopards. The lucky ones will see black rhinos.
The best time to go
During the dry season, winter from May to October, animals concentrate around the water points and are thus more easily observable.
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Its huge dried salt marsh is breathtaking. It can be seen from space!
3. Bwindi Forest (Uganda)
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Primates fascinate you? Experience a safari in the middle of the African jungle in the Bwindi Forest, Uganda. Behind this mysterious name is a sanctuary where the chimpanzees and majestic gorillas reign over the jungle. Hundreds of mammals, birds and butterflies live there.
The best time to go
The best months to explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site are from December to February, and from June to August.
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The Bwindi Forest is one of the few places where it is possible to admire the last mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Important: you should consult the French Diplomacy website before you stay in Uganda to find out the risks involved in the country.
4. Cratère du NGorongoro (Tanzania)
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Always in Africa, go to the bottom of a caldeira in the Ngorongoro crater in Tanzania. Making a safari in this park gives you the opportunity to discover the largest concentration of wild animals in the world. Ready to meet elephants, black rhinoceros, lions, zebras, gwe, hippopotamus and pink flamingos?
The best time to go
We recommend you go there during the dry season from June to September.
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Between savanna, vegetation and volcanic rocks, the Ngorongoro Crater offers a spectacular setting.
5. Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
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Imagine areas of plains with loss of sight inhabited by thousands of herds of zebra, gus and antelopes, in addition to the Big Five. Welcome to Serengeti Park, Tanzania! This African reserve is listed on UNESCO World Heritage Site,
The best time to go
The preferred months can vary depending on the area you want to explore, but it is recommended to avoid the great rainy season (from March to May).
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It is in this park that the world’s largest herbivorous migration takes place every year. This nature show is striking!
6. Masai Mara reserveKenya)
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Big Five, cheetahs, hyenas, zebras, giraffes or hippopotamus... This is what awaits you, among other things, in the Masai Mara savannah in Kenya. This reserve, along the Serengeti Park in Tanzania, is a must and is therefore very frequent.
The best time to go
The months of October and November are recommended to avoid the world (July-August) and admire the migration of animals that ends. February-Mars is also a good time.
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Masai Mara is a condensed of African nature, making it one of the best places in the world where to safari.
7. Samburu National Reserve (Kenya)
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To enjoy a unique experience away from the crowd, prefer to safari in the Samburu reserve in Kenya. It is located along the Ewaso Ngiro River. You can see rare species, such as Grévy zebra, Grévy zebra, or beïsa, but also leopards.
The best time to go
We advise you to opt for the dryest months, from July to October, then from January to March.
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In addition to being the best place in Kenya to see leopards, Samburu is also much less crowded than other parks in the country.
8. South Luangwa National ParkZambia)
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The concentration of animals in the South Luangwa National Park is one of the largest in Africa. The elephant, hippopotamus, giraffe, zebra, buffalo, antelope or lion are as many animals as you can observe. This sanctuary is an immanquable!
The best time to go
To fully appreciate your experience, go during the dry season between April and November.
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The Luangwa National Park gives the possibility to make a safari on foot for a total immersion in wild nature.
9. Ranthambore National ParkIndia)
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What are the most beautiful safaris in the world? Go to Rajasthan, India! The Ranthambore National Park allows you to observe one of the most mammals of our planet, the tiger. The herbivores, such as monkeys, daims or wild boars, are also very numerous in its varied landscapes.
The best time to go
The most favorable periods to visit Ranthambore National Park are the months of January to April, and from October to December.
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Ranthambore is the best reserve in the world where to observe wild tigers, although nothing is guaranteed. The park is located near other attractions of the Golden Triangle.
10. Yala National ParkSri Lanka)
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Yala National Park in Sri Lanka, South Asia, has all its place in the list of the most beautiful safaris in the world. The island hosts an extremely rich and diverse wildlife. In Yala, you have all your chances of seeing many elephants, macaques, buffalos, reptiles and birds. But the big stars in the park are leopards!
The best time to go
The best times to visit Yala are December to March, August and September. Note, however, that the park is very busy all year round.
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Yala is the park where you have the best chance to see a leopard in Sri Lanka.
11. Wilpattu National Park (Sri Lanka)
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Yet larger, Wilpattu National Park in Sri Lanka is less popular than Yala. For exploration in a more serene environment, Wilpattu prefers. You will see elephants, buffalo, macaques, crocodiles, fawns and perhaps even leopards and bears.
The best time to go
Animals can be observed throughout the year but the climate will be more favorable from January to March and from May to September.
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The tranquility of this vast park is a real asset. The ideal for a more confidential safari!
12. Torres del Paine National ParkPatagonia)
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Cap on the wild extent of Patagonia, Chile, for one of the most beautiful safaris in the world. Torres del Paine Park offers an unparalleled playground for adventurers and nature lovers. Go in the footsteps of the most mythical and discreet feline in America, the puma! Unless you prefer to watch wild horses, unguise, deer, fox or lamas?
The best time to go
You can go all year round, but the climate is milder from January to March, and from October to December.
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With its almost surreal landscapes, Torres del Paine is also suitable for hiking.
13. Lauca National ParkChile)
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Ready to take your eyes? Lauca National Park, Chile, is one of the natural wonders of South America. You'll be able to cross lamas that aren't farting, vigognes, nandous, foxes, pumas, and Andes' condors. The park is classified as a biosphere reserve by Unesco.
The best time to go
The best time to safari in Lauca ranges from March to November.
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The high peaks, the snowy-headed volcanoes and the Chilean Altiplano lakes make it an exceptional place.
14. The Pantanal (Brazil)
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We are now taking you to Brazil, the Ecoregion and the Pantanal Nature Reserve. This vast plain is conducive to the observation of the famous coloured parrots (aras), anacondas, Caymans, but also toucans or jabirus. Open the eye, a jaguar may come to water in one of the rivers that cross the reserve!
The best time to go
To avoid the rainy season, choose to safari between April and October.
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There are no less than 665 species of birds in this terrestrial paradise.
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