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Many people dream of heading on a safari, but are daunted by the levels of planning required. After all, it’s not like cavorting off to Europe for the weekend. The world’s oldest continent is gigantic, mysterious, enigmatic… Many people going to Africa for the first time feel intimidated by the prospect, no matter how excited they feel. And then there’s those jabs. The names of scary diseases, like bilharzia, yellow fever and malaria, can float through your head when see-sawing over whether to book a trip. Often such worries put people off what will be the adventure of a lifetime. It can be difficult to know which part to visit, let alone what Visas are required. At Ubon Safari we assist you in planning a safari, according to your interests, requirements and budget. We can help you explore everything from the different parts of Africa, to the styles of accommodation available. In the meantime, here are some tips of planning a safari, to put your mind at rest. Things to bear in mind when booking flights to Africa. When booking flights to Africa, you have to bear in mind the timings- especially arrival times. Cheaper flights are usually available with a number of stop-overs and can take up to 2-days travel time. If you’re on a budget, you might want to consider this option. Info on Visas. Every part of Africa has its own entry requirements, which can make the process seem extra tricky. But actually this is a misconception. For instance, if you’re heading to certain parts of Africa for tourist or business purposes, you won’t require a Visa. Many people are surprised to learn this: you don’t necessarily have to jump through hoops to go to Africa. Namibia, South Africa and Botswana do not require Visas, if you’re

Smouldering sunsets, ancient traditions, incredible animals… Everybody should experience Africa at least once in their lifetime. Our luxury train safaris are a unique way to see and experience this vast continent. The Blue Train Experience is a luxury train safari that offers magnificent views and captivating experiences. Many first time visitors to Africa report a strange sense of recognition, which some people attribute to the fact it’s our species’ native home. The National Geographic called this, ‘a feeling of coming home to a place where you’ve never been’. Millions of years ago, our ancestors became human in this country, and it’s where the earliest humanoid fossils have been discovered. Africa is often called ‘the oldest continent’, because it’s the one landmass that kept its position when others drifted away from the primeval supercontinent of Pangaea. It’s also the country with the most impressive array of animals in the world. With its huge ark of wildlife, the huge continent of Africa is usually a top destination for animal lovers. It is home to what old trophy hunters called, ‘The Big Five’: lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos and Cape buffalo. You’ve probably heard of the famous Trans-Siberian railway, but perhaps didn’t know that Africa has an equally spectacular train line. In the 19th century, the world’s oldest continent harnessed the power of steam technology, to link Africa’s vast south to its north. During this time Africa was often called ‘the dark continent’, because it was considered so mysterious. Even now, many of us feel that sense of mystery when visiting Africa. The Blue Train Experience. Forget travelling through the barren landscape of Siberia. The Blue Train Experience is a unique safari experience that will show you breath-taking landscapes, which in the past were the prestige of kings and presidents. The route is an