Africa is known to be a great continent with different unique attractions in different destinations located in different countries. Visitors choose the country of their choice for travel either for all-inclusive safaris or car rental options. Some of the countries with spectacular attractions include, Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, Namibia, Botswana, Madagascar and many more.
There are different tourism destinations in each country with diversity of species, ranging from wildlife, water bodies, culture, mountains, forests, and birds. East African countries like Kenya and Tanzania are known for the wildebeest migration which happens every year in dry season. Thousands of wildebeest and other animals migrate from Serengeti national park to Masai mara in search for green pastures. 4×4 safari vehicles can be rented to enjoy the wonder in the wilderness. Some visitors decide to Rent car with driver or self-drive in Masai land.
Some other National parks in Kenya and Tanzania with abundance of wildlife and other attractions include, Masai mara national reserve, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro conservation area, Tsavo East and West National parks, Nairobi National Park and many others.
Uganda and Rwanda are also famous in wildlife and primates where Mountain Gorillas and chimpanzees are the main primate attractions. The big five are present in different national parks of these countries. Some of the vital Destinations in Uganda and Rwanda include, Bwindi impenetrable National Park, Mgahinga National Park, kibale National Park, Murchison falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, volcano National Park, Nyungwe National Park, Akagera National Park and many more.
Car rental services are also possible in countries like Namibia, Madagascar, Botswana and the surrounding countries. Some of the vital attractions in these countries include the baobabs trees in Madagascar, Isalo National Park, Ranomafana National Park, Etosha National Park, Khaudum National Park, and many others.
points to note
– For self-driving visitors, no need to worry about where to sleep, there are many accommodation facilities in different destinations, ranging from camping, budget/ comfortable, midrange and luxury.
– The best time to visit has always been dry season where the weather is pleasant, and animals tend to come at the water holes to take water hence more chance to encounter many animals. Although dry season is the best time, in rain season, it is also possible to do the safari in 4×4 rental jeeps. Some attractions like birds, some species can be spotted in rainy season. Other attractions also can be seen during this season.
-Different destinations in Africa can be reached either by road or by air transport. There are different roads connecting to destinations and also if it is air transport, there are many air stripes near the protected areas.
Some attractions like mountain gorillas and chimpanzees, in order to track them, you need to obtain the permits in advance, these are secured from Uganda wildlife Authority by registered tour companies. Your car rental company will be able to book for you the gorilla or chimpanzee permits.
It is possible to rent a car with driver or self-drive, car with rooftop tent is also an option, and renting a car with ground tent.