When booking a safari holiday one of the first choices you will need to make is whether you want to do a group tour safari holiday or an independent one? There are pros and cons to both and it really comes down to what sort of experience you are after.

If you are happy to go it alone (or with your immediate family) and like the idea of being responsible for the safari in terms of how long you are out for, what times you go and where you go then a self-drive safari is probably the best option. All you need to do is hire a car and book yourself into one of the many self-drive safari resorts. These designated areas are protected and monitored by rangers, so although you are out on your own you still have the comfort of knowing there are people who are looking out for your safety and wellbeing.

If you do a group tour the cost is often higher but all of the logistics are taken care of for you. You will follow an itinerary that has been put in place and have scheduled timings for the trip. The guide who take you will have a wealth of knowledge and experience that often allows them to take you to the best spots to see the wildlife.