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Where To Go On Safari Holiday During November
November is a month celebrated by true Africa hands. It is often dismissed for being too hot in the south, and too wet in the east. Wrong wrong wrong! True, November marks a turn of seasons in Southern Africa: the dramatic build-up of heat and the start of the rains: afternoon thunder and lightening and if you’re lucky, life-saving rain. In Kenya and Tanzania this is the season of the short rains.
In a continent as arid as Africa, no prayer forgets to include the hope of rain, and when it does come, what a miraculous sight! Weather patterns the world over are hard to predict, but recent years in Africa seem to purposefully contradict the norm. Mid November should see the clouds burst, the build up to this point is the pinnacle of theatre in the bush, the congregation of game around surface water is never greater, competition for space, heat, dust, dehydration, drama and death!
More animals, fewer people
When it comes, rain brings life, it settles the dust, freshens the air, fills the waterholes. November is often referred to as the ‘emerald’ season, a reference to the vivid lushness of the bush, we call it the secret season. Typically a time of year with fewer safari visitors. It nestles between the peak periods, outside of school holidays - lodges drop their rates, often dramatically, and those travelling at this time of year are in for a glut of mind-blowing, crowd-free wildlife spectaculars!
East Africa
Witness wildlife reacting to the changing environment. Head to the Serengeti to see the Great Migration thunder its way back south to feast on the new grazing. The waterholes of Katavi National Park are a heaving, writhing mass of hippos and crocs which disperse with the first rainfall. The tan hides of big cats stand out boldly against the green hills across Kenya. The Maasai Mara settles back into its calmer daily routine, without the migration chasing hoards, but with incredible resident wildlife and all the space to enjoy it.
Southern Africa
Down south, it’s time to celebrate for all photographers, Zambia’s South Luangwa doesn’t get more beautiful or dramatic than this – from leopards stalking thirsty prey on the river bank, to the arrival of tens of thousands of flying migrants. The zebra and wildebeest migration leaves Botswana’s Boteti, heading back to the Makgadikgadi and the dust bowl of the salt pans become shallow lakes packed with flamingo. It’s the last month visitors can enjoy Zimbabwe’s Mana Pool National Park before this favourite African wilderness is off limits for the season, over in Hwange the elephant population is at its height – there is no experience like watching the giant Hwange bulls queuing patiently for their turn at water. How about being a witness to the greatest sand dunes turning green before your eyes, see the desert bloom!
Marine wildlife in November
If marine activity is what you are after, you’ll catch Humpbacks migrating along the Indian Ocean coast, whale sharks off Tanzania, Manta Rays off Mozambique, and turtles right across the east coast beaches. Down on the Cape you’ll hit the height of the Southern Right Whale season, November is a great month to visit the southern edge of the continent: the Cape experiences a climate all of its own and late Spring is a top time to visit.
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Shinde Footsteps
Shinde Concession, Okavango Delta and Moremi, Botswana
Footsteps camp is located on the edge of a beautiful lagoon in the north of Botswana's Okavango Delta, where highly vocal hippos wallow. The three traditional safari tents are shaded by magnificent evergreen trees including Africa ebony and mangosteen.
Wildlife Adventure
Shumba Camp
Kafue National Park, Kafue and western Zambia, Zambia
Shumba Camp is located in the heart of the wildlife paradise of the Busanga Plains, in Kafue National Park, Zambia. Placed on the edge of a 'tree island', Shumba Camp, has six tented rooms and offers lovely views as well as great game viewing.
Couples Wildlife Adventure Eco/ethical tourism
Sindabezi Island
Livingstone, Zambia
Sindabezi is a private island paradise nestled in the waters of the Zambezi River, upstream from the Victoria Falls. It is a luxurious bush camp on its own little island, with superb views over the surrounding river and plenty of activities on offer!
Adventure Eco/ethical tourism Wildlife
Singita Castleton
Sabi Sands Game Reserve, Greater Kruger, South Africa
Singita Castleton is a stunning, exclusive use, private house in the Singita private concession in the heart of the game-rich, Sabi Sand Reserve. With six suites, Castleton is perfect for a family or group to take over for an incredible safari experience.
Wildlife
Singita Kwitonda Lodge
Volcanoes National Park, Virungas and northern Rwanda, Rwanda
Introducing Singita Kwitonda Lodge, a luxurious Lodge in Rwanda. Combining Singita's high levels of service, attention to detail and their passion for conservation.
Wildlife Adventure Culture
Singita Pamushana
Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve, Southern Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe
Singita Pamushana is a luxurious safari lodge set in the South Eastern corner of Zimbabwe in the Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve. This exclusive lodge sits high on a forested hill with magnificent views of the Malilangwe Dam and sandstone hills beyond.
Adventure Couples Off the beaten track Wildlife
Sirikoi
Lewa Downs, Kenya
Sirikoi is a beautiful lodge set in a peaceful glade within the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. The lodge comprises a mix of luxurious tented rooms and a couple of small private residences. Lewa offers some of the best game viewing in Northern Kenya.
Fishing Riding Wildlife Adventure
Sky Beds
Khwai Private Reserve, Okavango Delta and Moremi, Botswana
Sky Beds offer a truly unique and special safari experience. Snuggle under a feather duvet on your enormous bed under the stars, listening to the sounds of the African bush on your private three-story raised platform.
Adventure Couples Wildlife
Solio Lodge
Laikipia, Northern Kenya, Kenya
Nestled in a perfect position between the slopes of the Aberdare Mountains and the towering Mount Kenya, Solio Lodge offers superb game viewing along with the chance to visit the private rhino breeding reserve adjacent to the lodge.
Couples Wildlife Eco/ethical tourism
Splash Camp
Kwara Concession, Okavango Delta, Botswana
Located in the private Kwara Concession, Splash Camp is the newest property within the Kwando portfolio offering excellent guiding and service in a prime wildlife location in the heart of Botswana's Okavango Delta.
Adventure Wildlife
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