Witness Africa's 'Big and Little Five' with African Travel

  • May 27, 2015
Witness Africa's 'Big and Little Five' with African Travel
The continent is home to some of the world's richest diversity hotspots, and while the big game is truly magnificent, African Travel, Inc. invites guests to interact with a myriad of creatures on Popular Journeys like “The Last Refuge.” Take an intimate glimpse into the whole of Africa's wildlife, from the remarkable birdlife and plentiful small game to the peculiar insects and cleverly-titled “Little Five.”

Botswana is designed for safari connoisseurs, an enlightening collection of breathtaking landscapes and wildlife sanctuaries. Embark on “The Last Refuge” and begin in the Linyanti Reserve, revered for its large numbers of predators and water birds. Take a wildlife cruise through the clear waterways, keeping eyes peeled for submerged hippo, and enjoy twice-daily game drives in an open safari vehicle.

Next, venture to the lush Okavango Delta – the world's largest inland delta and a quintessential melting pot of wildlife. Explore the wetlands aboard a mokoro, dine beneath the stars in a traditional African boma, and set out for daily game drives in search of the red lechwe, spotted hyena, and the rare African wild dog. Finally, fly to the Kalahari Desert and relax in Makgadikgadi, the “Baobab Capital of the World” while learning about the desert's ecology, geology and intriguing wildlife (such as habituated meerkats, springbok and bat-eared fox).

Meanwhile, keep your eyes peeled for the elusive “Little Five,” consisting of the elephant shrew, a tiny insectivore with an elongated snout; the ant lion, which feasts on ants in the bushveld; the inimitable and rather large rhinoceros beetle; the red-billed buffalo weaver birds; and the striking leopard tortoise, which boasts a gorgeous spotted shell and the title of one of the region's largest tortoise breeds. These tiny creatures are just as fascinating as their larger neighbors, and can be quite a bit more difficult to find!

“The Last Refuge” is a nine-day exploration of Johannesburg, Linyanti, Okavango Delta and Makgadikgadi Pans. Prices start from $6,995 per person.

For more information and to book this dream safari, contact your favorite Travel Professional,
call African Travel, Inc. at (800) 421-8907, or visit www.africantravelinc.com. CST 2071444-20