In Africa, there was the biggest reserve in the world.He called the Kavango Zambezi.The complex is located on the borders of five countries: Angola, Botswana, Zambia, Namibia and Zimbabwe.The total area of the reserve exceeds 44 million hectares.The protected area has united 36 nature reserves and land surrounding them.The Kavango Zambezi live nearly half of all African elephants, over 600 different species of plants and 300 species of birds.
With the formation of environmental systems as a transnational nature reserve in Africa, called the Kavango Zambezi (abbreviated KAZA), endangered species of animals that are prone to migration (elephants and rhinos) feel perfectly safe in the vast territory the size of Sweden.
tourist paradise on this earth there are many world-famous attractions.For example, Victoria Falls.Despite the fact that this reserve of Africa was founded recently (2011), one of the main problems which have set ourselves five states, was to create conditions for free movement of all kinds of animals.In addition, these countries reserves and national parks of Africa are the most important tourist attractions.Every year in this unique cross-border nature reserve attracts thousands of tourists from around the world.
Animals
Undoubtedly, the main representatives of the wildlife that live in the complex - it's the elephants.I guess it's hard to believe, but in a conservation area lives almost half of these giants of the total number of elephants in Africa.These vast territories grows 600 species of plants.Among them are unique.In the most picturesque areas of the region have found their home of 300 species of birds.
South Africa - the land where miraculously combine incongruous.Striking in its beauty landscapes concentrated in the reserves and national parks of the country.
Kruger Park
cross-border area, an area of 20 thousand square kilometers, is located between Zimbabwe and Mozambique.There is quite comfortable feel and the lion elephant, buffalo and rhino, leopard.
Statistics confirms the uniqueness of the place.The area occupied by the reserve in Africa, can be compared with the area of Wales.It represents countless picturesque meadows and pastures, coastal forests, which found about 150 species of mammals, including the largest population of rhinos.
a five-hour drive from the largest metropolis of South Africa - Johannesburg, you can see the inhabitants of wildlife and unforgettable experiences.For example, in Kruger Park you can watch a fight a lion with a crocodile.
most intrepid tourists can go on a guided tour, accompanied by armed guards.Nature Reserves and National Parks in Africa is best visited in the winter.At this time, the vegetation is not so thrive and not blocking your view.The animals can be seen from the numerous water bodies, besides at this time is minimal risk of contracting malaria.
Royal Natal
One of the most beautiful mountain ranges in Africa - the Drakensberg.The name translates as the Drakensberg Mountains.Acute mountain tops here smoothly into the green slopes that are covered with bumps and irregularities.
National Park Royal Natal is located not too large area (2500 sq. Km), part of the complex Ukahlamba - a world heritage site.Despite this, Drakensberg - one of the most famous rock formations in the world.
Nature Reserve Sedeberga
This mountain range is 200 km north of Cape Town.Reserve Africa Sedeberga consists of a set of sandstone hills, dense vegetation and gorgeous finbosa Mount Saint Rock.Excursions last from one hour to several days.
During this walk you will enjoy the wildlife of these places.You will be able to climb the steep slopes to the picturesque hills - Arch Volfberg or Maltese cross.Tourists prefer to stay on the basis of Sanddrif.It operates an observatory and a huge wine cellar.The best time to visit - from April to August.At this time, the weather is the best for walking.
Mapungubwe National Reserve Africa amaze tourists the beauty of pristine nature.Mapungubwe - is no exception.It is located along the border of Botswana and Zimbabwe, in the valley of the Limpopo River.In these places, giraffes and elephants, baboons and leopards leisurely stroll among the trees.
Mapungubwe included in the World Heritage List and is the historical value, so if you're in Johannesburg, definitely come here.
In ancient times, this territory was the center of the South African kingdom.In 1300 BCin these places lived nine thousand people.Archaeologists have discovered a burial hills, which were buried unique values, for example, a gold figurine of a rhinoceros.Better come here in June or August.
Blyde River
Reserves and parks of Africa are different natural landscapes.This canyon is worth to see it with my own eyes.It towers over the Blyde River, and it seems that from the top of the ridge breaks Drakensberg luxurious canopy of thousands of beautiful trees.
even more beautiful this place is doing green gentle slopes, which rise above the hills of sandstone and limestone.The most famous of them - it's a rock Triple Rondavel, with its huge arches and semicircular tops that resemble roof Rondavel (African House).
Nature reserves in Africa is better not to attend the January to March.At that time travel is not very comfortable - descends from the mountains, moist air, and there is a risk of contracting malaria.
Isimangaliso
This place is like created for lovers of ecotourism.The name of this wetland park translated from Zulu means "miracle."This place not exactly say.National Park covers an area of 3320 square meters.km - an ecosystem of global significance.Isimangaliso territory covered by lakes, marshy forests, coral reefs.It is the largest on the continent River delta and about 220 km of beaches, located on the shores of the Indian Ocean.
Reserves Africa is not very large and mainly prepared to meet tourists.For example, in the park Isimangaliso excellent conditions for diving and horseback riding.Under the guidance of experienced instructors can spend Kayaking and watch the wildlife.
in a single day in these places you can see a whale and rhinoceros.This park, located 375 km from Durban, is especially good from June to October, when there is no exhausting heat and the risk of contracting malaria is minimal.
Namakua
Not all nature reserves in Africa can boast such a unique vegetation as Namakuvalend located along the coast of South Africa.He is often called the African gardens that bloom during spring a thousand colors.This is the true adornment arid continent.Since the beginning of August to the end of September this beauty can be seen with their own eyes.
Park is located not far from Cape Town.This is a true treasure trove has a rich flora.What is flowering daisies in the park - a fascinating spectacle.
Transboundary Park Kgalgadi
«wild island" of land, located on the hot sands of the Kalahari Desert.Kgalgadi Park is located in the area of cross-border between Botswana and South Africa - the world's largest conservation area.Here is found a lot of animals - lions and ostriches, leopards and cheetahs, which survive in these drylands.
Ktugalgadi Park - a great place to observe the big cats.However, care must be taken - at any moment can be a lion on the same path.
Mensa
National Park, which has such a strange name, is located on the territory of the Cape Peninsula.From breathtaking views of Cape Town, the oldest city in South Africa.
In this park, there are many excellent opportunities for active recreation.It offers paragliding from Lion's Head.You can go climbing on the highest slopes of Table Mountain, take a walk through the picturesque paths.Locals recommend the climb to the mountain meadows of Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.
Golden Gate
Maluti Mountains are located 300 km north-east of Bloemfontein.Early in the morning you can see herds of grazing antelope.Magnificent views of the mountains at sunset, when the slopes are covered with golden color, gave its name to the park.Especially beautiful mountain Brandwag - it is visible from any point.
