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For the classic Big Five — Kenya
The Maasai Mara in July through October. Angama Mara, Sanctuary Olonana, Mara Plains Camp.
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For the Great Migration — Tanzania
The Serengeti — northern in August/September, southern in February. Singita, Asilia, and andBeyond camps.
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For exclusivity — Botswana
The Okavango Delta, by light aircraft between bush camps. Wilderness Mombo, Belmond Eagle Island, Sanctuary Stanley's.
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For first-time families — South Africa
The Sabi Sand, malaria-low risk, exceptional Big Five viewing. Singita Sabi Sand, Londolozi, Royal Malewane.
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How long
Three nights per camp, minimum. Two camps in a single country is the right rhythm for a first safari. Add Cape Town or Zanzibar at the end.