South Africa is one of the best countries to enjoy game viewing, with the Big Five and plenty of other plains game to be found in the enchanting bushveld. We could write a thousand words on why a South African safari is such a worthwhile experience, but why use words when pictures will do? These 20 photographs are the reason you should plan your safari today!

HillsNek Safaris (TG)

HillsNek Safaris in the Greater Addo

Tomjachu Bush Lodges

Tomjachu Bush Lodges in Nelspruit

Cheetah by turcophotos (Flickr)

Turcophotos (Flickr) in the Kruger National Park

Botlierskop Private Game Reserve (TG)

Botlierskop Private Game Reserve on the Garden Route

Leopard by cloudzilla (Flickr)

Cloudzilla (Flickr)

Mohlabetsi Safari Lodge (TG)

Mohlabetsi Safari Lodge in Hoedspruit

Imbali Safari Lodge (TG)

Imbali Safari Lodge in the Kruger National Park

Rhino by Nina Hale (Flickr)

Nina Hale (Flickr) in Madikwe Game Reserve

Kariega Game Reserve - The Homestead (TG)

Kariega Game Reserve – The Homestead in Kenton-on-Sea

Kariega Game Reserve - The Homestead (TG)

Kariega Game Reserve – The Homestead in Kenton-on-Sea

Ntokozo & Sibaka Game Lodge (TG)

Ntokozo Croc Farm & Sibaka Game Lodge in Waterberg

Rhino Walking Safaris (TG)

Rhino Walking Safaris in the Kruger National Park

Manor House At Safari Tintswalo (TG)

Manor House At Safari Tintswalo in the Kruger National Park

Shamwari Game Reserve (TG)

Shamwari Game Reserve in the Greater Addo

Nyala Safari Lodge (TG)

Nyala Safari Lodge in Hoedspruit

Rhino River Lodge (TG)

Rhino River Lodge in Zululand

Which safari scene is your favourite? We’d love to hear what you think in the comments below.

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 Some other safari posts you may find useful include Safaris in South Africa – and what to expect, safari packing list, how to safari on a budget, and what NOT to do on safari.

 

Main image by Safari by samhawleywood (Flickr)