What things should I keep in mind on a safari? Safaris are thrilling expositions that allow you to experience the wild and enjoy it from the animals, birds, flora and the cultures in the region.
Well, this exciting experience is one of the most sought after by most travel lovers and tourists in the different nations.
Every year over 10000 people visit the East African region for safaris every year and a lot of them explore different destinations on their safaris. On these safaris people always ask what should I keep in mind while on this safari?
In this article we highlight some of the things you should keep in mind when you are in safari especially in East Africa.
Identification
while you are on your safari, please always be with your identification, and be mindful of them because you need them always, to identify yourself when you interact with the locals and to access some services. Without your identification you may have some trouble getting around.
Itinerary
Always have your itinerary in mind and at heart. Since you are in a new country and in the wild, being aware your itinerary helps you know where you need to be and when, plus what you would be doing in that different time blocks. It also helps you to envision your days on the safari and plan ahead.
Tour operator, consultant and guide
be in touch and mindful of your tour operator, consultant and guides. One these people booked and coordinated this safari for you, so they will be of great help to you as you explore the place and enjoy your safari. They will also be there to advise you on what to do and not to do as you are on your safari. The tour guide as the name states will be the one guiding you and giving you most of the information you need as your safari. The tour guide in some cases will be liaison between you and the locals or authorities.
Animals and birds
Be mindful of the animals in the wild and desist from engaging in or doing anything that can cause them harm or harm. Though you’re on a safari to explore the wild and enjoy yourself. The animals own the wild, it’s their home and they have a right to be there and alive and well. So, give them way if they want to pass, view them at a safe distance so that you are not attacked, don’t attack them or shout for them or do anything that causes harm. There are rules usually communicated to all wild life visitors that will help you keep the animals safe.
Flora and landscapes
The flora and the landscape are what makes the habitat of the animals so be careful not destroy them, do liter the places, don’t do anything that will make the habitat unsuitable for the animals. In fact, this is one of those rules you follow on your safari experience. And if you are found destroying the animal’s habitat you will face the law.
Local Culture
Also on your safari, be mindful of the local culture, you will realize that while on your safari, you will need to interact with the locals and be among them for the duration of your safari. So, in all your do, understand the local culture and respect it. By respect it we don’t mean change and be like the locals but we are saying be mindful and don’t do anything that will be offending to the locals or degrading in any way.
There are a number of other things you should be mindful about on your Uganda safari, but the mentioned above are the main ones. Your tour operator will be in position to communicate more information.
