Nature offers plenty to explore and enjoy, especially on the African continent. From breathtaking natural beauty to impressive wildlife, nature lovers are indeed spoiled for choice.
Whether you’re in search of experiences that are characterized by majestic mountains, peaceful rivers or unforgettable safaris, a number of destinations are worth considering.
Here’s a look at a few bucket list destinations for nature lovers:
Victoria Falls
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Situated on the Zambia-Zimbabwe border, the charming Victoria Falls is one of the world’s most famous waterfalls. As water plummets into the Zambezi River below, it is nothing but impressive beauty.
The Falls are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and are also known as ‘Mosi-o-Tunya’ (the smoke that thunders).
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Whether you choose to marvel at the Falls from one of the many vantage points or go on a helicopter ride for a bird’s-eye view, exploring Victoria Falls is a marvellous, unforgettable and bucket list-worthy experience.
Kruger National Park
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The Kruger National Park is one of Africa’s most popular safari destinations. It is home to a wide variety of wildlife and it offers some of the best game viewing opportunities in the world.
The Park is known for being home to the Big 5, and you can choose between different game drives, as well as thrilling walk safaris. Undoubtedly, it beckons a spot on the bucket list of every eager nature lover.
Masai Mara
Masai Mara National Park.
Located in southwestern Kenya, Masai Mara is famous for its wildlife viewing. At the Reserve, you can spot the popular Wildebeest Migration which takes place from July though to October.
During that time, more than two million animals migrate from Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park to the greener pastures of the Masai Mara National Reserve.
The beauty of Masai Mara also goes well beyond its wildlife, as the savannas and rivers are also nothing short of breathtaking.
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Namib Desert
Gemsbok running over a dune in the Namib desert, Naukluft Park, Namibia. Gemsbok are desert-dwelling antelope that are adapted to areas with very little open water.
The Namib Desert stretches from Namibia’s Atlantic coast inland and is known for its tall sand dunes. In fact, the most well-known one is Dune 7, which is approximately 383 meters tall. The desert’s solitude and beauty offer a form of bliss for nature lovers, making it a destination worth experiencing.
Mount Kilimanjaro
Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania is one of the world’s tallest mountains. It is a paradise for nature lovers and boasts lush rain forests, snow-capped peaks, wildlife and unbelievably charming views.
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Although summiting the intimidating Kilimanjaro is not for the faint hearted, the stunning panoramas which await are worth the challenge. There are trails suitable for hikers of all levels. The mountain is majestic and magnificent, and thus definitely worth exploring and experiencing.
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