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Safari mistakes and how to avoid them |
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Very few safari-goers nowadays wear the clichéd big-game-hunter safari outfit. Those who do get deserved smirks from the rest.
Uncomfortable campsite Don't book a budget campsite out of a romantic notion that it would be adventuresome. If you don't sleep well, you will doze during game drives.
Minivans A safari tour in a minivan may make you feel like a sardine in a can - and your ride will be bumpy and your view, obscured.
Self-driving If you decide to drive your own or rent a car, your attention will be focused mainly on driving, not on looking for wildlife.
Web booking Select safari booking websites carefully. While many are reliable and trustworthy, some go in and out of business, leaving customers in the lurch.
Group tours If you book a group tour other than a luxury one, you risk suffering vehicle mates who incessantly talk, argue, tell bad jokes, or irritatingly laugh.
Missing the best hours Early morning and late afternoon are the best game-viewing times. During the middle of the day, many mammals take shelter in the bushes and tall grasses.
Dusty air Pack eye drops, particularly if you wear contact lenses. Safari air carries fine-particle dust.
Not knowing your camera Pre-test a new camera and master its basic features before the trip. It's too late for this education on a safari.
Camera shake For sharp photos, don't shoot when your vehicle is idling unless your camera or lens has a quality image stabilizer.
Learn about all the mistakes
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I hope your safari dreams come true - and that my
safari travel guide ©2008 HQP / Hillman Quality Publications
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