Interesting facts about the big five?

Interesting facts about the big five
African Cape Buffalo
Buffaloes are very dangerous

It is at the top of the list of the most dangerous animals to fear while on safari. Buffalo kill more than 250-300 humans every year.

Visitors are safe during game drives in vehicles.

Leopard’s

Leopards can swim and climb

Leopards are land mammals, but they’re also extremely good at swimming, and they can also climb very well.

When they are not hunting, they can often be seen resting high up in the trees.

And when hunting, they like to drag their kill up a tree to feed in complete privacy.

Leopards are natural loners.

The African leopard is a solitary creature, meaning it prefers to live and hunt alone, unlike lions, which live in prides.

Rhino’s – Black or White

They are incredibly heavy.

Rhinos can weigh 1000kg, which is around the same weight as a small city car. (such as a Mini Cooper).

They are generally considered the second-largest land mammals after elephants.

Rhinos can be very clumsy by nature.

Because of their poor vision, it’s common to see rhinos sometimes attacking. Still, nature, such as rocks, bushes, or tree stumps, is seen as another animal!

Because they can’t rely on their vision, rhinos have a perfect sense of hearing. They have a heightened sense of smell, too.

Rhinos are temperamental animals.

You do not want to get on the wrong side of a rhino. Whilst they are happy to keep themselves to themselves.

They are known to experience mood swings like humans and are prone to charging when provoked.

Elephant’s

Elephants are vegetarians

Elephants are vegetarians and feed on grass, leaves, tree bark, twigs, fruit, and seeds.

A single elephant can eat up to 170kg of vegetation per day.

Because of their high veg consumption, you’ll always be able to spot where an elephant herd has been

Elephants are peaceful animals….most of the time!

Kids love elephants. So do adults. They’re universally adored animals.

And that’s mostly down to what people hear about the elephant’s gentle and friendly nature.

The elephant is generally a very peaceful animal. But if they ever feel threatened or provoked, they can also lose their temper.

And watch out because elephants can charge when they’re angry!

Elephants are sociable creatures.

This particular trait helps to humanize the African elephant. They love to socialize with their herd.

And they can sometimes be heard grumbling.

These noises are low-frequency sounds. That can be heard up to 6 miles away by their friends and family members.

African Lions

Lions have a complex social structure

The African lion has a very complex social structure and hierarchy system.

A typical pride will have around 15 members (although there has been a pride as enormous as 40).

Within each pride, there are many female relatives and their offspring.

Plus a few unrelated males to mate with. Female lions are also better hunters, and they do most of the hunting for the pride.

There’s a correlation between age and the color of their mane.

This is a great way to estimate the age of lions when you’re out on safari. The darker a lion’s mane, the older the lion is.

Read more about Type Lions and their distribution across the world.

Is it possible to combine the Big Five & Zanzibar Holiday?

Combining a Big Five safari with a visit to Zanzibar is the ideal plan if you visit Tanzania.

You will have the best chance to visit world-renowned parks in Tanzania, including the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire.

After the game drive, you will get the best chance to explore the beautiful island of Zanzibar.

You can check out the 14 Days Tanzania Guide Safari 

Is it possible to combine the Big Five & Mount Kilimanjaro?

This is the best combined trip for Tanzania. You will get the best chance to reach the peak of Africa at 5,895 meters.

Depending on the climbing route for Mount Kilimanjaro. After the climb, you will finish your trip to Tanzania.

By enjoying a game drive either in the Serengeti or the Ngorongoro Crater.

To learn more about the plan, check out our 14-Day Tanzania Camping Safari.

Conclusion

To conclude, we wish to enjoy being in Africa to the fullest on the “Big Five” safari.  Take time to decide which destination to visit.

Either  East Africa or South Africa.  You can either book your trip to Africa with an international agency or with Local Tour Operators in Africa.

We recommend that you research the best tour operators and book your package in advance.

You should also contact a licensed tour company. Safety comes first while traveling abroad.

Also, remember to pay for your insurance coverage. It is more important than anything else you should consider.

As we close this topic about “where and when to see Big 5 in Africa?

Our Final Remarks

As you prepare for your epic Big Five safari in Africa, we recommend the following resources. This will further your understanding of African tours and safaris.

How much does it cost to visit Tanzania?  Knowing the cost of the destination you wish to see is the best question to ask.

As you plan to visit Tanzania for a safari. We have compiled the best information about safari costs in Tanzania. Here is the link. How much does it cost to visit Tanzania?

Ultimate Guide to Serengeti. If you’re looking for a deep understanding of Serengeti. Then this article will offer you a deep dive into the Serengeti wilderness.

Here is the link to the Ultimate Guide to a Serengeti Safari

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