We have wanted to go to Africa for a long time. We went to Morocco a few years ago but northern Africa is not what most of us think of when we think Africa. The big debate was southern or eastern Africa. The deciding factor for us was going to see the Mountain Gorillas in Rwanda. We looked at different planned trips by different companies and finally realized that in order to do what we wanted we would have to go on our own.
Going on our own did not mean winging it! We worked with a company that came highly recommended by friends: Hippo Creek Safaris. We were able to give them a budget and a list of requirements and they worked with us to customize our trip.
Although we like to learn about the local people and customs where we travel, this trip, for me, was all about the animals. We wanted to see “the big five” (elephant, rhinoceros, buffalo, lion, leopard) in addition to seeing hippos, giraffes, hyenas, warthogs, wildebeests.
Here we go!!!!!!
Tip: do your research, work with a knowledgable travel agency, give a detailed list of what you want to see, be flexible.
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