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Ready For Adventures is a place where you can find up to date information and inspiration about traveling the Mother Continent. Our goal is to bring the Africa to you and give you the resources to get out there and fall in love with the place just like we did. Every single experience and blog post on this website is written by us and comes from our first hand experiences.
We get it – travel is a huge decision. It’s not every day you fly across Africa to explore to this amazing continent. That’s why we are here to help you out to discover something that can’t be Googled.
We offer you an authentic real life experiences. We also promote a real and authentic African experience that benefits the environment and local people in the counties around the continent. We are very sensitive to local cultures and we will provide you some advises about appropriate behavior and dress to get the best from your African adventure.
WHY AFRICA?
Full of natural wonders and ancient culture, this Mother Continent offers the world’s most breathtaking national parks, diverse wildlife, stunning landscapes and amazing people.
Africa is a real adventure!
TRAVEL BLOG
7 Must See Animal Migration Experiences To Check Out In Africa
It’s like watching the Lion King in real life, and you’re going to have front row seats. You won’t be avoiding the stampede either, as you will be watching the animals migrating from a safe vantage point. Which animals would you like to check out in person? Here are the 7 must see animal migrations that you want to witness in Africa.
First, let’s talk about the wildebeests. As you can imagine, this is one of the most talked about migrations. It is also one of the most heavily documented. It is perhaps the one on the list that will make you think most of the Lion King, too. Here is your chance to see the wildebeest migration. While this migration can stretch for hundreds of miles, you will want to get your sights set on the Serengeti in Tanzania.
Also in the Serengeti, you can check out the zebra migration. These animals are searching for fresh grass to eat. You can see them migrate specifically at Masai Mara and also Makgadikgadi Pans. Keep in mind that it can be important when you want to witness these various migrations to know what time of year to visit. For example, when it comes to the zebras, they are in search of new grass after the January rains.
The wildebeests are an example of animals that are always on the move. Okay, so that’s two animal migrations down and five more to go. Are you ready for the next one? How about animals in the water for this next round? You can witness the whale migration in Hermanus, South Africa. This isn’t seeing one little part of one whale. This whale watching experience is one to put in the books. You’re going to have a bucket list adventure.
Also in South Africa, you can catch the sea turtles migrating. Now that just sounds lovely, doesn’t it? You would want to make your way to Sodwana Bay, and you’re going to get to see the loggerhead and leatherback sea turtles. Rocktail Camp is specifically a great place to check out if you want to see the sea turtles during nesting season.
The next opportunity is in Zambia, and can you guess what the featured animal is this time? It’s bat migration time, and the place is Kasanka National Park. Seeing the fruit bats migrate would be quite the experience. People compare this to the wildebeest migration and monarch butterflies in Mexico. In other words, it’s high up there on the list when it comes to animal migration experiences you want to see in person. You’re going to be in the vicinity where some 10 million fruits bats are migrating.
Next up on the list is flamingoes. It’s awesome seeing one flamingo in person, and can you imagine seeing a ton of them migrating at once? Talk about what would appear to be a dream. To have this adventure, you want to be in East Africa during either April or June. Lake Bogora would be a great spot to visit, and Lake Naguru is also a good choice. It’s all about the Rift Valley Lakes when you want to witness the flamingo migration.
This last animal migration experience is known as The Great Migration. This is why you might want to pick a top luxury safari vacation destination during the dry season in Africa. You would get to see all kinds of animals making their way to new locations. Witnessing The Great Migration in Africa is an all-inclusive experience, and it just might be the best option. Which migration experience in Africa do you want to have?
Why You Should Visit The Mother Continent
Africa is one of the few places which really still a have a wealth of natural environments which can bring the majesty of Mother Nature to the fore.
One does read about the destruction of the fauna of this great content and this is at the forefront of many people’s thoughts.
However, there are still wildlife sanctuaries and other attractions which should attraction people to this wonderful continent.
Let’s start of with those wonderful natural natural attractions.
To see nature at her most majestic and brutal the the migration that happens across the Serengeti between Kenya and Tanzania is without equal anywhere in the world.
The area is known as ‘Africa’s Garden of Eden‘.
Driven by the need of new fodder and the birth of calves the Wildebeest begin moving. Followed by the Zebra and the Gazelles. And they need new grass for those calves. In order to do that they must cross the Mara River between Kenya – and this is where the slaughter begins. Nile Crocodile take their toll as do other predators. But the enormous number of animals ensure that they will live for the trip back – and repeat the cycle.
Of course, there are places in Africa that are not placeholders for encounters as brutal. A number of countries such as Botswana, South Africa and Kenya (among others) have wildlife reserves which allow visitors to experience what is possibly the last place on the planet where unspoiled wildlife can really be enjoyed.
The beauty of these experiences is that you can choose where and how you want to enjoy these wonderful sites and both flora and fauna. You can choose a bush camp or a luxury lodge. But be assured you will be making memories that will last a lifetime.
However, Africa is not all wildlife and the ‘bush’. there are numerous other attractions that draw people to the continent.
There are rich cultures and a history that stretches back to the dawn of civilization. What startles people who visit Africa for the first time is just how friendly people are. Black or white or something in between, there seem to be a rising realization that the many cultures that make up the nations of the continent are a single entity – all committed to the success of the continent.
Aside from this fact, any visitor to the continent will immediately be taken by the fact this this is the most diverse of continents on the planet. For thousands of years traders have plied the seas off Africa. They have brought culture food and influence. They have provided architectural influence and a sense of self that is still alive and well on the continent.
While many other places in the world seem to be content Africa is not. The citizens of this great continent reach out – not for charity – but for friendship.
And that friendship is apparent no matter where you arrive on the continent. Arrive in Cape Town and you will be greeted by a smile and a city that is tailor made for fun and the scene some of the most wonderful natural vistas in the world.
Arrive Nairobi and you will find some of the friendliest people in the world.
Africa is a place where you can experience the best of every world. You can have fabulous food at some of the best restaurants on the planet or you can sit with locals and enjoy a meal. You can however be assured that there will always be a smile. It might be shy at first – but it will grow and grow, util you laugh and smile with Mother Africa.
The 8 Best African Safari Parks
For every lover of wildlife a trip to Africa is a dream come true. The continent boasts some of the most unspoiled natural attractions in the world – among them being national parks that allow visitors to immerse themselves in in scenery and view wildlife in settings that have changed little for millennia.
So if an African wildlife safari is on your bucket list which 8 parks should you place on your shortlist in order to experience a trip that will provide memories that last a lifetime.
1. Serengeti National Park.
This park in Tanzania is one of the premier wildlife viewing destinations on the African continent. Visitors should time their visit to coincide with the ‘Great Migration’ which occurs in June / July or January /February. This is one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on the globe. Over 2 million animals including massive herds of Wildebeest migrate to new pastures – along with their young. Those visiting the park will also be treated to sightings of the Big Five (Elephant, Lion, Buffalo, Rhino and Leopard).
2. Hwange National Park.
This park in Zimbabwe is renowned for the sheer diversity of its wildlife – including vast elephant herds. In fact the number of elephants in the park is estimated to be around 46,000. Large prides of Lion also provide a visual spectacle that will not be soon forgotten.
3. Etosha National Park.
Namibia’s Etosha National Park is home to a spectacular number of animal species. Here the desert environment offers some thing different from the forests and Savannah that characterize many other national parks on the continent. The opportunity to see Cheetah in action is only one of the attractions of the park. It also offers exceptional value for money for accommodation at the camps in the park.
4. Kruger National Park.
South Africa’s Kruger National Park offers visitors the chance to explore a natural environment the size of Wales. The Big Five can be found in abundance in the park – but there is also the opportunity to view a vast number of other species. One of the attractions of the park is well maintained and tarred toads which allow visitors to roam at will through a variety of different landscapes. For all its attractions Kruger remains a great value for money choice and a variety of accommodation options will suit all visitors.
5. Mahale Mountains National Park.
Tanzania plays host to large groups of Chimpanzees – and is widely recognized as the best place to view the social interactions among these fascinating primates. The setting for these viewings is undoubtedly one of the most visually arresting in Africa with pristine mountain forests on the shores of Lake Tanganyika.
6. Moremi Game Reserve.
Set in the Okavango Delta Moremi offers the opportunity to explore a network of waterways that come alive with wildlife during the rainy season. There are several accommodation options and knowledgeable local guides make any exploration a fascinating educational experience.
7. Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
Uganda has gained worldwide fame for its Mountain Gorilla’s. At Bwindi visitors cam find out more about these primates while also enjoying sightings of 120 mammal species – including the shy forest elephant.
8. Mana Pools National Park.
Mana Pools in Zimbabwe is a taste of pristine Africa. A UNESCO World Heritage Site the Park offers visitors the opportunity to view crocodiles, elephant and buffalo among many other species including Zebra, Impala, eland, Warthog, Baboons and many, many more.
If you want to enjoy a wildlife experience that immerses you in the wonder of a world untouched by time – then an African game experience should be on your bucket list.
The Beauty Of Africa – 7 Wild Wonders
Africa is the birthplace of mankind and given the great natural beauty of the continent it may be a puzzle as to why we, as species started to migrate North to colder climes.
Of course the answer is not quite as tongue in cheek- but increasing numbers of visitors are flocking back to the Mother Continent in search of something that is becoming increasingly rare – sheer natural beauty.
Given the size and square mileage of the continent it is very difficult to select highlights as far as natural beauty is concerned. But if there were seven spots that stood out from the rest they may be these.
1. The Red Sea.
Go to the top of Africa and you will find the Red Sea. In the gulf between Africa and Asia it is host to some of the most wonderful reefs on the continent. Both hard and soft corals and the diversity of other marine life attract divers and snorkelers form across the globe.
2. The Okavango Delta.
Northern Botswana is home to what has been Africa’s Last Eden. And it does live up to its name. This wetland plays host to a variety of wildlife when is flooded by the Okavango River. The flat plain of the Okavango has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. During this season Wildebeest, Hippo, Nile crocodile, Elephant and many other species flock to the attraction of the still and shallow waters.
3. Ngorongoro Crater.
In Tanzania the crater is the draw card for thousands of tourists a year. There’s good reason for this. The crater plays host to a concentration of animals that are largely untouched by human habitation. It is a microcosm of Africa. The one side of the collapsed volcano is forest, while the other is bush and low grass. Vast herds of prey animals are stalked by predators in this habitat – providing scenes that hark back to an Africa of old.
4. The Great Migration.
Each year in Tanzania the herds of Wildebeest calve. This almost immediately leads to shortage of fodder and the herds start to set out for literally new pastures. The herds are joined by other animals and large numbers of predators. They move towards Kenya where the rains provide for ample fodder. The migration of around 1.7 million Wildebeest is a scene that many will never forget.
5. The Sahara Desert.
Spanning a number of African countries this is the largest traditional desert in the world. The dunes and arid landscapes are awe inspiring. The blazing heat of the day and the cold of night has seen many an explorer perish in this unforgiving landscape. However today tourists are welcome sight and there are several companies that provide guides into the sands.
6. Mount Kilimanjaro.
The highest mountain in Africa the remains of a dormant volcano is a sight that not many will forget. At 16,000 feet from foot to base it does not rival the peaks of the Andes or those of the Himalayas – but still requires a superior level of fitness for those who want to reach its peak.
7. The Nile.
The Nile River is certainly one of the great natural wonders of Africa. Many claim that it is the longest river in the world -only challenged by the Amazon. But there can be no argument that its waters gave rise to a civilization that continues to intrigue people to this day. It is a sight that should be on the bucket list of any African explorer.
Africa is a treasure house of beauty and intrigue. Many cultures and many wonderful attractions. Get there if you can.
Other top contenders include The Victoria Falls and Table Mountain
