wildlife safaris

Nature observation trips

Wildlife safaris are expeditions to observe animals in their natural habitats, typically in African grasslands and game reserves.

The term evokes jeeps traversing the savanna in search of lions, elephants, and other large mammals.

Safari comes from Swahili for "journey," and the wildlife modifier distinguishes observation trips from traditional hunting safaris: We booked a wildlife safari in Kenya.

Opposites
animal viewing context

wildlife safariszoo visits

Outings to animal parks

petting zoos · marine parks · SeaWorld · menageries · wildlife sanctuaries

travel experience type

wildlife safariscity tourism

Visiting cities for leisure

museum tours · staycations · city tours · beach holidays · cruise ships

human-nature relationship

wildlife safaristrophy hunting

Killing wildlife for souvenirs

big game hunting · sport hunting · wildlife trafficking · whaling · fur trapping

Family

life, wild, safari

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