101 things to know
when you go ON SAFARI
in AFRICA by Patrick Brakspear
On Safari in Africa is unlike any other travel guide to Africa. This is not a "where to go, where to stay, what to see" style of travel guide, rather, it is more a travel companion: a comprehensive insight into the wildlife, landscapes, people and issues that surround the safari world.
Aimed at both first time travellers to Africa as well as those who have been on safari before, On Safari in Africa is prefaced on the notion that the more you know about a subject the more you will come to fully appreciate it - the more you learn, the more your fascination grows. On Safari in Africa seeks to heighten that fascination, and in so doing, enhance the safari experience.
On Safari in Africa has been designed to illustrate just how you can get more out of your safari to Africa. The process starts with some background on Africa; provides a checklist of what you need to do before you leave home; takes you through what to expect on safari, including safari jargon and your safari guide; teaches you the nuances of learning to observe and question all that you see and hear; explains what we know about the habitats and animals you will encounter, their behaviour and physiology; provides you with a wealth of interesting facts about the wildlife; and introduces you to many other aspects of an African safari including birding, trees, insects and wildflowers and the night sky. A reference section contains greetings and useful phrases in a variety of African languages, photographic tips, animal checklists, spoor charts, country maps and
finishes with a comprehensive glossary of safari terms and definitions.
On Safari in Africa is written by Patrick Brakspear, who until moving to Australia in 2004, owned and operated a safari business in Mana Pools National Park in Zimbabwe. Patrick now lives with his family in Australia, and together with his wife Elaine, runs a travel consultancy business called African Encounter (www.africanencounter.com) offering tailor-made travel to Africa. On Safari in Africa is an accumulation of his knowledge and experiences both as a safari operator and an African Travel Specialist.
On Safari in Africa is wonderfully illustrated by William Sykes, with over 50 pencil sketches of the animals and birds that you will encounter on safari, as well as a selection of stunning people portraits. Can you believe that the cover picture is actually a pencil sketch?
"If it wasn't for the fact that 101 Things to Know When you Go ON SAFARI IN AFRICA is such an important book for travelers, and those that live in Africa, we would recommend you buy this book for the artwork". Talking Travel...read the full review at Talking Travel - On Safari in Africa review
PICKS UP WHERE YOUR TRAVEL AGENT LEAVES OFF
On Safari In Africa picks up where your travel agent leaves off. With your safari itinerary and air tickets in hand, it is time to purchase your copy of On Safari In Africa. Order your copy today.
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"I have thoroughly enjoyed 'On Safari in Africa'. This will be my second trip to Africa and on reflection, I only wish I had been armed with the fascinating info that is contained in your book prior to that visit. With your theme of the total safari experience - the smells, dust, sunsets, trees etc together with the animals, I feel as though I am much better prepared than the first time and I shall approach this trip with a different perspective".Geoff Jones, QLD Australia
Highlights include:
• Travel tips and advice before you leave home
• What to expect (and what to avoid) on safari
• Safari jargon and your safari
guide
• Interesting facts about the wildlife, landscapes and
people of Africa
• An introduction to birding, trees, insects and Africa's night sky
• Explanations of animal behaviour, social structure and communication
• The art of observing (and questioning)
• Conservation issues affecting Africa today
• Photographic tips & traps
• Greetings & useful phrases for use on safari
• Animal checklists, spoor charts and country maps
• Illustrated with over 50 wildlife sketches and diagrams by William
Sykes
Passion for Africa Publishing
32 Kentia Close, Port Macquarie
NSW 2444 Australia
Tel: +61-2-65825082
Fax: +61-2-65826834
Email: enquiries@passionforafrica.com.au
www.passionforafrica.com.au
