The Secret To A Crowd-Free Safari?
Private game viewing concessions!
If you’re dreaming of a safari without the crowds, private game viewing concessions are the way to go.
In addition to an exclusive wildlife experience, here’s what you can expect:
1. Special Activities
Guests staying in private concessions will have the privilege of enjoying special activities like a safari on foot, off-road driving and night drives. These extraordinary experiences are often restricted in national parks.
2. Abundant Wildlife Sightings
In private concessions, guides communicate with each other via radio sharing information about animal sightings. They collaborate to ensure all guests have the opportunity to witness the awe-inspiring wildlife up close.
3. Fewer Visitors
While national parks can get quite busy with self-drive vehicles and campers, private concessions offer a more exclusive experience. Access is limited to those residing at camps or lodges within the concession boundaries. This means incredibly private wildlife viewing experiences for resident guests.
4. Off-Road Driving
Unlike national parks, private concessions typically allow safari vehicles to go off-road. This means your guide can bring you closer to those coveted sightings, enabling you to appreciate the incredible wildlife without relying on a zoom lens to capture the perfect photo.
5. Less Stress For Wildlife
It's not uncommon to see multiple vehicles crowding around an animal sighting in national parks, causing stress to the animals and diminishing the experience for everyone. Private concessions, on the other hand, limit the number of vehicles at each sighting, creating a more enjoyable and less intrusive experience for visitors and wildlife alike.
6. Thriving Wildlife Populations due to Conservation Efforts
Private concession owners have greater control over the areas they protect. This enables them to safeguard vulnerable habitats and animals, leading to thriving wildlife populations. By visiting these areas, you actively support their conservation efforts.
7. Support For Local Communities
Private concessions typically make lease payments that significantly contribute to local economies. Additionally, they generate employment opportunities for locals, both directly and indirectly, by increasing the demand for local products and services. By choosing private concessions, you're making a positive impact on local communities.
If you're interested in exploring an itinerary that includes private concessions, check out our Southern Africa's Premier Private Reserves under Top 9 Safaris.
Or if you’d like help to plan your next safari, make an appointment with owner Carolyn Tett.
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