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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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The Plantation Lodge
Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti and northern Tanzania, Tanzania
The Plantation Lodge is set in wonderful coffee plantations between the Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara which makes it the perfect place from which to explore this area of northern Tanzania and then retreat back to the lodge and relax in the gardens.
Eco/ethical tourism Off the beaten track Wildlife
Chada Katavi
Katavi National Park, Lake Tanganyika and western Tanzania, Tanzania
Chada Katavi is a small exclusive safari camp with just six Meru guest tents. The camp is situated in the incredibly remote Katavi National Park, in Western Tanzania, which is reputed to be one of the wildest places on earth.
Couples Off the beaten track Wildlife Adventure
Kiba Point
Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania
Kiba Point is a small and intimate private camp in the Selous on the banks of the Rufiji river. This authentic safari camp, run by Nomad Tanzania, offers a real bush experience and thrilling adventure for up to eight guests on an exclusive basis.
Adventure Wildlife Couples Fishing
Mkombe's House at Lamai
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
A beautiful private safari house in the northern Serengeti, Mkombe's House at Lamai is the ideal option for a truly special family safari. Accommodating up to ten guests, the house has its own pool, private safari guide and vehicle.
Wildlife Adventure
&Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas
Serengeti National Park, Serengeti and northern Tanzania, Tanzania
Serengeti Under Canvas offers two luxury mobile camps which roam the Serengeti plains and beyond, following the wildebeest as they migrate. Each semi-permanent camp has nine Meru style tents all with elegant finishes of Persian rugs and chandeliers.
Wildlife Eco/ethical tourism
Singita Sabora Tented Camp
Serengeti National Park, Serengeti and northern Tanzania, Tanzania
Set on the plains of Grumeti Reserve in the path of the great wildebeest migration, Singita Sabora Tented Camp is the ultimate for a luxury camping experience in a small, intimate camp comprising of just nine stunning safari tents.
Wildlife Riding Adventure
Singita Mara River Tented Camp
Serengeti National Park, Serengeti and northern Tanzania, Tanzania
Situated in the northern most tip of the Serengeti National Park, Singita Mara River Tented Camp offers guests the chance to spend time in this stunning yet remote area, with one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in the Serengeti National Park.
Couples Off the beaten track Adventure Eco/ethical tourism
Chinzombo
South Luangwa National Park, Zambia
Chinzombo is a beautiful secluded lodge situated on a sweeping bend of the banks of Zambia's Luangwa River. This small intimate lodge epitomises sheer luxury with unrivalled levels of service and guiding.
Couples Wildlife Eco/ethical tourism
Nyikani Tarangire
Tarangire National Park, Serengeti and northern Tanzania, Tanzania
Nyikani Tarangire is conveniently located within Tarangire National Park. This camp offers up excellent service and gourmet Tanzanian cuisine along with a creative design based around the unique structure and ecosystems of the termite mounds in the area.
Off the beaten track Wildlife
Ubuntu Camp
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Ubuntu Camp is a small, seasonal camp, located in the Serengeti National Park. It moves seasonally to optimise the chance of witnessing the great wildebeest migration and therefore ensuring fantastic game-viewing at all times.
Adventure Wildlife
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Ultimate Oman and Tanzania
Musandam Peninsula, Oman & Selous National Park
Escape for a remote and mountainous luxury beach retreat in Oman to spend your days basking in the sun and exploring the rugged surrounds of Zighy Bay. Then you’ll get your adrenaline pumping as you embark on an immersive safari experience in the lesser explored Selous Game Reserve in southern Tanzania, tracking wildlife in an open safari vehicle...
Adventure Wildlife
GBP £6,400 pp
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Highlights of South Africa, Namibia and Botswana
Cape Town, Winelands, Sossusvlei, Skeleton Coast, Okavango Delta
This wonderful two-week itinerary includes some of southern Africa’s absolute highlights whilst staying in some of the most luxurious properties across southern Africa. Explore the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town, the stunning Winelands and visit Namibia’s desert landscapes of Sossusvlei and the Skeleton coast, before finishing in the beautiful...
Couples Wildlife Adventure
GBP £20,600 pp
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Highlights of Tanzania and Kenya
Masai Mara, Serengeti & Rubondo Island
Dive into the wilds of East Africa, where the endless plains stretch on forever and chimpanzees flit between the lush trees. Fall in love with the intimate lodges and camps which put you in the heart of the action on this journey that breaks with the norm. Marvel at the thunder of thousands of wildebeest as they crash across the Mara River, and...
Adventure Couples Wildlife Off the beaten track
GBP £10,200 pp
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Highlights of Zambia and Madagascar
Luangwa Valley, Zambia & Nosy Be, Madagascar
Journey to Zambia’s wildlife gem, the South Luangwa, for an in-depth safari covering the remote and wildlife-rich south of the park. You’ll be based at authentic bush camps with some added luxuries and expert guiding to really enhance your experience. After your safari adventure you’ll fly to an exotic island off Madagascar, for a truly off-grid...
Adventure Beach Couples Diving
GBP £11,900 pp
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Highlights of Zambia, South Africa and Mozambique
Victoria Falls, Sabi Sands and Bazaruto Archipelago
Experience some of the very best Southern Africa has to offer, from the thundering Victoria Falls, a big five safari in the Sabi Sands and relaxing on an idyllic beach in Mozambique's Bazaruto Archipelago. Ideal for a special celebration or honeymoon.
Adventure Couples Off the beaten track Wildlife
GBP £10,100 pp
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South Africa and Mauritius Honeymoon
Marataba Game Reserve & Mauritius
A dream couple’s adventure awaits you. Begin your honeymoon with a bang in the northern reaches of South Africa, where you can enjoy an exclusive and luxurious safari getaway in the wilds of Marakele National Park. Then you’ll fly to Mauritius to sink into tropical beach bliss and uncover the island’s astonishing scenery, tantalising cuisine and...
Beach Couples Spa & health Wildlife
GBP £4,900 pp
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Highlights of Rwanda and South Africa
Nyungwe Forest, Volcanoes National Park, Kigali & Cape Town
Lose yourself in the very best of magical Rwanda and South Africa’s beautiful Cape Town. Go in search of the mountain gorillas of Rwanda in the well-known Volcanoes National Park and explore the lesser known Nyungwe Forest in search of the resident chimpanzee community before flying onto the buzz of vibrant Cape Town. Here you can indulge in...
Adventure Couples Wildlife
GBP £21,900 pp
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