Do you dream of safaris while observing wild animals in their natural habitat? Discover the 14 most beautiful national parks on the planet where to go on a safari!
Going on a safari in one of the most beautiful national parks in the world is the guarantee of an unforgettable adventure. These large protected areas are home to exceptional flora and fauna. Explorers at heart, are you wondering where to admire nature in its raw state and meet wild animals? Prepare your binoculars and your camera, we are going to discover the best safaris on the planet, in Africa, Asia and South America!
1. Kruger National Park ( South Africa )
Africa is not the only continent where you can observe wild animals, but it still has some of the most important nature reserves in the world. The Kruger National Park in South Africa is one of them. The unmissable Kruger is one of the largest protected areas in Africa and is home to nearly 150 species of mammals.
The best time to go
To maximize your chances of seeing animals and benefit from mild weather, prefer the months of May to October.
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Kruger is the ideal place to observe the Big Five: the lion, the elephant, the leopard, the black rhinoceros and the buffalo.
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2. Etosha National Park ( Namibia )
Let’s stay in southern Africa to discover the Etosha National Park in Namibia. Live the unique experience of safari in this immense salt desert where some oases arise. You can observe, among others, elephants, zebras, impalas, lions, giraffes, flamingos, and even leopards. The lucky ones will spot black rhinos.
The best time to go
During the dry season, ie the winter from May to October, the animals concentrate around the water points and are therefore more easily observed.
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Its huge dry salt marsh is breathtaking. It can be seen from space!
3. Bwindi Impenetrable Forest (Uganda)
Do primates fascinate you? Try the experience of a safari in the heart of the African jungle, in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, in Uganda. Behind this mysterious name hides a sanctuary where majestic chimpanzees and gorillas reign over the jungle. Hundreds of species of mammals, birds and butterflies live there.
The best time to go
The best months to explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site are December to February, and June to August.
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Bwindi Forest is one of the few places where it is possible to admire the last remaining mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.
Important: you should consult the France Diplomatie website before any stay in Uganda to find out about the risks incurred in the country.
4. NGorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Still in Africa, this time go to the bottom of a caldera, in the Ngorongoro crater in Tanzania. Going on safari in this park gives you the opportunity to experience the largest concentration of wildlife in the world. Ready to meet elephants, black rhinos, lions, zebras, wildebeests, hippos and flamingos?
The best time to go
We recommend that you go there during the dry season, from June to September.
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Between savannah, vegetation and volcanic rocks, the Ngorongoro Crater offers a spectacular setting.
5. Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Imagine stretches of plains as far as the eye can see inhabited by thousands of herds of zebras, wildebeests and antelopes, in addition to the Big Five. Welcome to Serengeti Park, Tanzania! This African reserve is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site,
The best time to go
The preferred months may vary depending on the area you wish to explore, but it is recommended to avoid the major rainy season (March to May).
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It is in this park that the largest migration of herbivores on the planet takes place each year. This spectacle of nature is striking!
6. Masai Mara Reserve ( Kenya )
The Big Five, cheetahs, hyenas, zebras, giraffes or even hippopotamuses… This is what awaits you, among other places, in the savannah of the Masai Mara, in Kenya. This reserve, an extension of Serengeti Park in Tanzania, is a must and is therefore very popular.
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 which ends. February-March is also a good period.
The most of the park
Masai Mara is a compendium of African nature, which makes it one of the best places in the world to go on safari.
7. Samburu National Reserve (Kenya)
To enjoy a unique experience away from the crowds, prefer to go on a safari in the Samburu reserve, in Kenya. It is located along the Ewaso Ngiro River. You can see rare species there, such as the gérenuk, the Grévy zebra or the beïsa oryx, but also leopards.
The best time to go
We advise you to opt for the driest months, from July to October, then from January to March.
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Apart from 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 Park ( Zambia )
The concentration of animals in South Luangwa National Park is among the largest in Africa. The elephant, the hippopotamus, the giraffe, the zebra, the buffalo, the antelope or the unbeatable lion are all animals that you will have the opportunity to observe. This sanctuary is a must!
The best time to go
To fully appreciate your experience, go during the dry season, between April and November.
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South Luangwa National Park offers the possibility of a walking safari for total immersion in the wilderness.
9. Ranthambore National Park ( India )
Wondering which are the most beautiful safaris in the world? Let’s go to Rajasthan, India! Ranthambore National Park allows you to observe one of the most majestic mammals on our planet, the tiger. Herbivores, such as monkeys, fallow deer or wild boar, are also very numerous in its very varied landscapes.
The best time to go
The best times to visit Ranthambore National Park are January to April and October to December.
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Ranthambore is the best reserve in the world to observe wild tigers, although nothing is guaranteed. The park is located close to other points of interest in the Golden Triangle.
10. Yala National Park ( Sri Lanka )
Yala National Park in Sri Lanka, South Asia, has its place in the list of the most beautiful safaris in the world. The island hosts an extremely rich and diversified fauna. In Yala, you have every chance to see many elephants, macaques, buffaloes, reptiles and birds. But the big stars of the park are the leopards!
The best time to go
The best times to visit Yala are from December to March, then August and September. Note, however, that the park is very busy all year round.
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Yala is the park where you are most likely to see a leopard in Sri Lanka.
11. Wilpattu National Park (Sri Lanka)
Yet larger, Wilpattu National Park in Sri Lanka is less popular than Yala. For exploration in a more serene environment, prefer Wilpattu. You will see elephants, buffaloes, macaques, crocodiles, fawns and maybe even leopards and bears.
The best time to go
The animals can be observed all year round but the climate will be more favorable from January to March and from May to September.
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The tranquility of this immense preserved park is a real asset. Ideal for a more confidential safari!
12. Torres del Paine National Park ( Patagonia )
Head for the wild expanse 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. Follow in the footsteps of the most mythical and discreet feline in America, the puma! Unless you prefer to observe wild horses, ungulates, deer, foxes or llamas?
The best time to go
You can go there 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 ideal for hiking.
13. Lauca National Park ( Chile )
Ready to take your eyes off it? Lauca National Park, Chile, is one of the natural wonders of South America. You will be able to come across not very shy llamas, vicuñas, rheas, foxes, pumas, or even Andean condors. The park is classified as a biosphere reserve by Unesco.
The best time to go
The optimal time to go on safari in Lauca is from March to November.
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The high peaks, snow-capped volcanoes and lakes of the Chilean Altiplano make it an exceptional place.
14. The Pantanal (Brazil)
We now take you to Brazil, to the Pantanal Ecoregion and Nature Reserve. This vast plain is conducive to the observation of the famous colorful parrots (aras), anacondas, caimans, but also toucans or jabirus. Keep your eyes open, a jaguar may come to drink in one of the rivers that cross the reserve!
The best time to go
In order to avoid the rainy season, choose to go on a safari between the months of April and October.
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There are no less than 665 species of birds in this earthly paradise.
