I've already purchased a 6 day safari in South Africa. I would love to visit another camp where I can stay in a treehouse. I thought maybe Botswana, because I heard I could see more animals. I haven't done my research yet, therefore still do not know which months would be best to go. Have not reserved air yet. A few questions:
1. Which months would be best to see the Big Five if possible? I know this is not guaranteed.
2. Which countries would you suggest as a second safari choice and camp for treehouse adventure and daytrips?
3. What sites would you recommend we not miss?
4. Is a trip to Victoria Falls a must? What
My trip is two weeks, not necessarily the whole 2 weeks in country and I realize I can't see everything. I like to enjoy what I can on each trip and not try to overwhelm myself with I must see everything. That's not a vacation for me.
I apologize for such a vague approach to all of this, I just have not been able to do much research yet. I'd love to hear what you have to suggest so I can begin my research with that bit of info. Budget will be somewhat limited, but the South African safari portion has already been paid for and I hope to get fights thru my miles, so I will start with a budget of about another $6,000 for both of us for the second part of the trip, but if I have to spend more to see and do amazing once in a life time things, then I will not hesitate to increase the budget, just need to be reasonable and wise about my choices.
I promise to research more, but thought I'd get a start this way. Please respond and get me started. Thanks so much.
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S Africa is a big place. Another country is not necessary - I keep going back and no two experiences are the same.
You didn't say where you have already booked or when you are going. Start there so we can help.
If I read your post right, you have already purchased (booked ??)a safari. So, now you are asking when to go??
When have you booked your SA safari, and where? Without this info it's hard to advise anything else really.
I mean, Vic Falls is a must see, but not when the Zambezi is very low and the falls not impressive, so depends when you have already booked as to whether a falls visit would be worth it.
As others what is already booked?
Without that and when traveling, difficult to offer suggestions.
Regarding Victoria Falls/VFA, it's an expensive extension from South Africa when you consider - airfare, hotel, visa, tours - and fact that you only need about 2hrs to view the falls. Might not be the best idea.
Africa in this season is not a good idea in my opinion! its really hot out there at this time !
best of luck though hope you guys enjoys it.