Wildlife Experiences In East Africa

From nature parks to coral reefs, there are amazing wildlife experiences in East Africa that you can’t find in one place anywhere else on Earth. Whether spotting lions in Kenya or swimming with turtles in the Seychelles, the most intriguing country is home to some of our favourite animals.

Masai Mara Safari

The most popular park in Kenya if not the whole of Africa, the Masai Mara’s landscape of broad grassland covers more than 1500 square kilometres, extending on the great plains of the Serengeti. As a result, some of the world’s most treasured animals can be found. Formidable predators like cheetahs, leopards, lions and hyenas can be found residing beside elephant, wildebeest, zebra and gazelles. An African safari here is a memorable experience, whether seeing newborns, migration or incredible fights between the hunter and the hunted.

Ugandan Primates

Chimpanzees, Colobus monkeys and mountain gorillas – Uganda is home to some of our closest relatives. Viewing these primates in their natural environment is an ultimate wildlife experience; watch chimps play and feed in the Kibale Forest, and view endangered mountain gorillas nurture and care for their young in the rainforest in Bwindi. Other animals to spot are hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and even tree-climbing lions.

Looking For Lemurs In Madagascar

The only place in the world you can watch lemurs in the wild, the island of Madagascar lies in the Indian Ocean off of Southeast Africa. During a night-time trek of Andasibe, you can find dwarf lemurs, diademe lemurs, and Indri Indri lemurs, while brown, redbellied and golden bamboo lemurs can be found in Ranomafana National Park, and iconic ring-tailed lemurs in the Anja Reserve. You can also discover the great structure of the baobab trees and head to the shores of Anakao for relaxation.

Island Hopping In The Seychelles

An island paradise, the Seychelles is home to some of the rarest flora and fauna on Earth that is wholly endemic to the national parks and reserves. Underwater worlds are bursting with colour from the coral, while on land, you have the opportunity to find the tiny Gardiner’s Seychelles frog, the largest population of Giant Tortoises in the world, and the only flightless bird left in the Indian Ocean – if you’re as determined as the likes of David Attenborough. Truly exotic and unspoilt, you’ll feel castaway with the wonderful array of wildlife on offer.

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Images courtesy of Svein Magne Tunli and Bernard Gagnon