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Two safari capitals, but what's the difference?

Jo'burg

Where to go: Kruger National Park is the most popular place to spot wildlife, but for fewer crowds, Madikwe Reserve is where you should head.

What to see: The Big Five, but in particular, look out for rare white rhinos.

When to visit: May marks the start of the dry season, so you'll have an easier time finding animals as they gather around waterholes.

Kenya

Where to go: Masai Mara National Reserve is ideal for year-round Big Five spotting, but Amboseli National Park has incredible views of Mount Kilimanjaro.

What to see: The Big Five are also found here, especially large prides of lions.

When to visit: During September to October, you can catch the end of the Great Migration. Plus, the first couple of months of the year are usually dry and less busy.

Bonus tip: 3 of us Flight Finders booked a safari last year through the website Safari Bookings. We found plenty of affordable options here and there was even a little wiggle room to negotiate the price further :-)