BUDGET CAMPING IN AFRICA
Camping in Africa can be an exciting, adventurous and budget-friendly way to experience the continent’s diverse landscapes, wildlife, and cultures closely.
TIPS FOR BUDGET CAMPING IN AFRICA
Join safari camping groups: Search for Africa camping group tours in the country you plan to visit and consider joining them. The group discounts, shared expenses on transport, campsite fees can significantly reduce the cost of your budget camping in Africa.
Bring with you your own camping gear: Renting camping equipment while in Africa can add to the overall safari budget to Africa, therefor, to save money, bring your own camping gear if you can. That is a tent, sleeping bag, camping stove, and any other essentials. Make sure your gear is suitable for the local climatic conditions of the place you plan to visit.
Look for affordable campsites: If you are a solo traveler, search and look out for affordable campsites in the areas you plan to visit in your chosen destination. Some national parks and game reserves offer camping facilities in public campsite usually at a fraction of the cost of safari lodges or tented camps. It will be a thrilling experience sleeping among the wild animals in the wilderness. Also consider camping at some private camping grounds or community-run campsites as they may provide budget-friendly options. If possible, ask if you can camp out in a local’s compound.
How about preparing your own meals: Rather than dining out at restaurants, save some money by cooking your meals during your camping safari to Africa. In this case, a portable camping stove is an essential camping requirement when you are visiting Africa. Once in a while, as you are out and about, do try some street food for a change with precaution.
Consider camping within national parks: Experience Africa’s wilderness up close by camping in national parks and or conservation areas. Experience the real feeling of being one with nature spending the night under the starry skies at an unfenced campsite in the middle of a national park surrounded by wild animals. Some popular destinations for budget camping in Africa include Serengeti National Park in Tanzania, Masai Mara national park in Kenya, Kruger National Park in South Africa and Queen Elizabeth national park in Uganda among others.
Self-Drive Safaris: Most national parks and game reserves in Africa have designated safe spots for camping out in the wild and a self-driving camping safari can be more budget-friendly than a guided camping safaris in Africa. If you prefer a self-drive camping safari, then renting a 4×4 vehicle equipped for camping allows you to explore at your own pace and reach more remote areas for a full African experience.
Consider camping in community campsites: Look out for local camping community sites to save more of your camping safari in Africa as they can be more affordable that public campsites and at the same time you will get to experience an authentic cultural experience staying among the locals as you support their economic venture.
Consider going for your camping safari during the low-season: This will save you a lot more on your African trip. Do make research about the climatic weather conditions in area to prepare accordingly as the low seasons in Africa are usually during the wet season.
Personal safety and precaution: Prioritize your personal safety by researching the safety conditions of the areas you plan to camp in, and while in national parks, adhere to safety campsite guidelines provided by park authorities importantly the no moving out of your tent in the middle of the night.
All in all, be as flexible as possible and you will have the best camping safari in Africa.
