We’re extremely delighted and proud to present the Ben’s Ecological Safaris holiday collection and to invite you to join us on a superb holiday to this spectacular continent. Come with us to Africa for an experience and memories that will stay forever in your heart.
We’ll take you on superb coastal drives, comfortable, but also educative nature walks and hikes, to historic sites with very captivating and electrifying history that shaped the future of these nations, to flourishing towns and cities – and most importantly, to the wildlife-rich areas that Africa is simply famous for. And you can also take advantage of our extended beach relaxation tours that besides total relaxation, also focuses on the history of ancient civilization and Marine life.
When you travel with us, you will feel like you’re the centre of attention. Our Safari Directors and expert local Naturalist-guides will make sure that you are entirely pleased with every included sightseeing excursion and wildlife safari. They are masters of their profession and intimately familiar with the culture, wildlife, history and the local environment. You will stay in the finest hotels, semi-permanent tented camps, resorts and lodges – all of which are renowned for their spick and span services, superior facilities and often strategically located to give you an ultimate experience. And with many two night stays, the pace is unhurried and considerate to give you plenty of free time and total relaxation.
When you travel with Ben’s Ecological Safaris, you are sure to discover the real Africa under the expertise of people who call Africa – home and who are guided by a simple motto EXPERTISE+PASSION+COMMITMENT=FULL ENJOYMENT!
Obviously, the first consideration is where one goes. Africa is a huge continent and not all of it is “Safari Country”. So selecting a destination known for it’s wildlife is important. Equally important is structuring an itinerary to create an experience that builds and progresses.
Accommodations are a major factor, depending on the nature of the Safari. A camping Safari needs good equipment and an experienced staff. A lodge Safari should consider convenience and comfort.
Guides and drivers, rangers and trackers -- those who know a given area intimately, can spot and identify animals under difficult circumstances, and are able to interpret spoor and behavior--are critical.
All of the elements above are part of the Safari planning process, which is based on experience, knowledge, research and consultation. Most of the time logistics go well, large numbers of animals are seen, and everyone brings back fabulous photos and a lifetime of memories.
But, believe it or not, these things do not guarantee a good Safari. All of these elements can fall into place perfectly, uncontrollable aspects (such as weather or animal migratory patterns) can be ideal, and a Safari can be less than perfect.
So, what does it then make a successful Safari?
In my opinion, the most critical factor for a good Safari -- and especially for a Fabulous Safari -- is the people behind it. One can actually agree that, you can only be able to give people what you have and hence an excellent company is only as good as its staff! The ‘best safari staff’ are those who, when for instance something happens to go wrong, would roll with the punches and make the best of every unexpected eventualities. That’s the key to a Super Safari Team!