Especially IN Africa
Africa is not a zoo, and its animals will eat you or attack you. I advise anyone who is going on safari to take a safari safety class. Elephants, lions, hippos, and crocodiles are some of the most dangerous animals in the African bush. African safaris are safe. The majority of people who go on safari in Africa have a safe and brilliant time on their safari trip. How safe your African safari is comes down to the risks you take and whether you choose to follow sound advice. Safari safety tips will help you prepare for your safari and keep you safe while you are enjoying the African experience.
Of course, unexpected things happen-anywhere at any time, and safaris are no exception. People often forget, when watching African wildlife, that these are wild animals and still see humans as a potential threat. Following a few simple rules of the African bush will keep you safe. The number one safety tip is to hire a safari guide. A safari guide is an expert at finding wildlife and makes your safety a top priority. OBEY his or her instructions at ALL times. Health and safety are concerns when going on safari in Africa. Many parts of Africa are malariel. Malaria is a serious disease and can be fatal if not treated quickly. Mosquitoes are the villian. Malaria pills are recommended in high risk areas. Speak to your local travel clinics to find out about these areas. Safari safety ensures a fantastic experience of a lifetime, while on safari in Africa. For more safety tips go to Africanbudgetsafaris.com/blog/safety-on-safari.
Do wild animals of Africa see humans as a threat? Should you have an experienced guide? Are you willing to take risks while in the African bush? What animals are you looking to gaze at? Do you think you could go out on your own in the African bush without a safari guide? Are you experience enough?
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I found your blog about African safaris to be very informative, Sonya! Prior to reading your piece, I had always believed that animals viewed us as a source of food, but I was fascinated to learn that they also perceive us as potential threats. Your images helped me to imagine the safari experience. One of the most valuable aspects of your blog, in my opinion, was your emphasis on the importance of malaria prevention. I was previously unaware of the specific pills available for preventing the disease and their effectiveness, so it was insightful to learn about them. Your discussion of other necessary precautions, such as hiring an expert safari guide and to research if there are nearby clinics, were also useful in terms of preparing for a safe and enjoyable safari adventure. In summary, your blog seems to be an excellent resource for anyone planning to go on an African safari!
ReplyDeleteHello! Great blog. I found it very interesting and informing. I also learned a few new things. Personally I don't think Id visit the safari just because you never know what can happen out in nature and I feel like we are overstepping the wild animals home and territory. Like you said Africa is not a zoo and these are real animals. A lot of people don't have the brightest ideas when in places like this so you can have someone who does not listen or follow the rules and they could do something that causes everyone's and their own safety. I would also be paranoid and sacred to get bit by a mosquito and then get sick.
ReplyDeleteI found your blog to be quite entertaining and informative to read. What most people don't realize is that African animals are some of the most dangerous on the planet. Especially when it comes to hippos. They may be large and funny looking, but they can outrun a human easily and have one of the most devastating bite forces on the planet. If I were to go on a safari tour, I would want a guide and not take any risks while on the tour. I wouldn't dare to try and go out by myself as I'm not a big fan of roaming plains that have plenty of deadly animals that see me as a threat at any time.
ReplyDeleteI would Love to go on a safari in the African Bush. After reading this I will take a safety class first! I had no idea there was a such thing. I always so cool videos of people on these safaris but I never really think about how truly dangerous it is. I want to see the lions laying around and the elephants spraying water into the air, but what I often forget is that they can literally kill me as fast or slow as they want. I never really thought about whether or not they see me as a threat. I think if I go on a safari I would go in an animal sanctuary, so that maybe they don't see humans as a threat.
ReplyDeleteGreat blog! This is a topic i feel like a lot of people probably don't think about very often. I feel like these wild animals definitely do see humans as a threat, and that is totally understandable. I would definitely be willing to go on a safari tour, but only with a experienced tour guide, as I feel that's the only safe way to do it.
ReplyDeleteSonya, your blog is an excellent topic of discussion. We have become so desensitized to seeing what are considered "wild" animals in places such as zoos and sanctuaries that many people forget the real threats that these animals can pose. I appreciate that you reminded everyone that these animals also see us as a threat, and that alone can direct their behavior. As much as I would love to see these animals in their natural habitat, I am not sure that the risks are worth the reward, especially the risks to the animals.
ReplyDeleteVery informative topic Sonya. I don't know if wild animals of Africa see us as humans as a threat if you aren't coming in their territory being a threat, if you just let them be them and keep your distance I don't think they would be as bad. I think if you are to do a safari you definitely want an experience guy that is prepared for anything that could happen. I don't think I am willing to take the risk for a safari but other reasons maybe, I wouldn't be there to gaze at one specific animal I just enjoy nature. I am no where near experienced enough to be doing those things yet.
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed reading your blog and thought it was an excellent topic. A lot of people these days are traveling the world and safety tips would be an enormous help to them. I know animals are majestic and interesting to watch but we can't forget they are wild animals. But I agree with watching African wildlife, that these are wild animals and still see humans as a potential threat.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure the life of an African animal is very stressful. Not only is surviving out in an animalistic society hard enough, but on top of that, you have people who always want to get close and make strange gestures toward you and your family. While I don't think African animals instinctually see humans as a threat, I'm sure they do feel threatened by safari groups and are probably uncomfortable with the whole idea. Anyone going to African and wanting to look at the animals should hire a guide. I personally, don't think I would, at least not on my own. I would never go out of my way to see these animals, I'm just not an animal guy. However, in a group of people, I'm sure I could be convinced to go experience the African bush. I would enjoy looking at the hippos. They are so powerful and deadly, I'm sure watching them (from a far) would be fascinating. Regardless of the animal, I could definitely not do it alone.
ReplyDeleteThis is a very well thought out and informative article. You made a lot of very interesting points and provided good information. I completely agree with your statements that Africa is not a zoo, and its animals will eat you or attack you. I advise anyone who is going on safari to take a safari safety class. Elephants, lions, hippos, and crocodiles are some of the most dangerous animals in the African bush.
ReplyDeleteAwesome blog, it's very interesting. As cool as it is to see animals like lions, zebras, etc in their natural habitat up close, people need to understand how dangerous they are/can be. In my opinion you (the tourists), are in their home so the least one could do is keep your distance and use common sense.
ReplyDeleteHello I really enjoyed your blog! You made a lot of good points! I think most people get so use to seeing videos of rescued animals acting a certain way and they go to places like Africa and think that the wild life animals are going to be just as sweet. We have domesticated a lot of animals and I think a lot of people believe that they can do that with any animal when that is not the case!
ReplyDeleteWhen a animal is in it's natural habitat and some one unknown comes yes they feel threaten. Definitely have an experienced tour guide, that knows the animals and knows his stuff. I am not an exotic animal lover and I do not play with any animals unless it's mine. The end.
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