International Wildlife Adventures, providing nature
and photography tours and cruises since 1994, announces the addition of
trips to Namibia, Botswana, and Zimbabwe.
The continent of Africa has always been on the list of most popular
destinations for wildlife enthusiasts. Africa is where travelers come in
search of the so-called "Big Five:" African elephants, Cape buffalo,
lion, tiger, and black rhinoceros.
The East African countries of Kenya and Tanzania have historically
been the most popular destinations in Africa for such safaris, but in
recent years other countries have come into their own, as their citizens
embrace wildlife conservation as a way to increase tourism and economic
growth.
Namibia is one of the countries that has managed to drastically curb poaching, and is enjoying an upsurge in visitors. International Wildlife Adventures
Director Randy Green recently led a photo safari to Namibia, and was
impressed by the pragmatic and effective approach of the government.
"Far-sighted leaders realized that many would-be poachers and villagers
looking for food simply enjoyed living in the bush and would just as
soon be paid to guard the game," says Green. "Simply put, wildlife is
worth more 'on the hoof' than in the pot."
Zimbabwe and Botswana,
site of the famed Okavango delta are also increasingly popular
destinations for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers, and have also
been added as destinations to International Wildlife Adventures'
collection of African tours.
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