Safari Animal Encyclopedia
Browse 505 African wildlife species with photos, facts and conservation status in 9 languages.
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Jump into the Big Five and planning essentials
Use these quick links to explore the Big Five and the safari-planning guides most useful for building your trip.
Big Five quick links
Lion
Lion: Majestic carnivore of savannas and grasslands.
Leopard
Leopard: Stealthy carnivore of savannas and forests.
African Savanna Elephant
African Savanna Elephant: Largest herbivore roaming savannas and forests.
Cape Buffalo
Cape Buffalo: Robust grazer of savannas and wetlands.
Black Rhinoceros
Black Rhinoceros: Solitary browser of dry savannas and bushlands.
Essential planning guides
What Is a Game Drive?
A guide to the classic safari game drive: what to expect, how it works, the best timing and how to get the most from every outing.
How to Plan Your First African Safari
A practical, step-by-step guide to planning your first African safari — how to choose a country, time your trip to the wildlife calendar, set a realistic budget and book with confidence.
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