Planning to go for an African safari starts as an exciting idea but most travelers end up frustrated in the latter stages of booking their trip. African destinations like Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda have an endless list of thrilling activities to do, beautiful sites to visit, and picturesque moments not to miss such as sunrise and sunsets plus unspoiled nature reserves to explore. Planning for a self drive safari requires thorough research and knowledge of the destinations, routing, activities, culture of the locals, and the country’s laws among others. At Supreme Car Rental Uganda, we are safari planning experts for guided Uganda and Rwanda safaris. You will get itineraries that suitably match your travel interests with the right activities and affordable lodges. We have experienced guides ready to show you around and make your trip remarkable. 
As you plan to explore the wonders of Africa, here are the top safari booking tips that will ease the process;

Know when you want to travel 
When you think about going for an African safari, you most probably have a specific time when you want to travel. This may depend on your work leave, family travel plans, or perhaps another purpose of the trip to Africa that you would use as an opportunity to explore the place. Your travel dates help your ground tour organizer to easily check the availability of basic facilities early enough and will easily offer a clear and specific fee for the tour. Africa has seasons for travel ie high and low seasons which attract different prices. Having a specific travel makes the booking process easy.

Know your destination
Picking your safari destinations is determined by the attractions you wish to see and the experience you are looking for. Say you long to enjoy the tranquility and sceneries of the wilderness, or to trek the jungle for mountain gorillas or chimpanzees, or to face your fears with Jinja adventures. If you are specific on what you want to see and do on your safari, it makes it easy to decide on which destinations to pick for your safari and then book the trip there. You can always seek advice from your local tour consultant.

Have your travel budget estimate 
With different logistics that are put together to make a complete safari, its price cannot be underrated. Varying activities at different destinations result in itineraries with differing prices. Note that some of the logistics including the type of safari car and accommodation differ in standards and therefore have a significant difference in their prices. An estimate of your travel budget makes it easy for a tour operator to suggest suitable tours for you.

Start planning ahead of time 
An African safari is not a small trip that you would simply wake up plan for a few days before the holiday. You need to give yourself enough time to sort the required things including booking tickets, comparing safari itineraries and selecting your best, clearing your packing list, and making payments for the trip. 
If you want to travel during the peak season, early booking is highly recommended because most travel logistics often get booked out. Items such as the gorilla permits are usually on high demand and should be secured months before your trip to avoid mistakes from last-minute hustles and ensure a smooth safari experience. 

Contact a trusted tour operator 
African safari destinations have a variety of local tour operators some of which may be new in operation while others have professional expertise after years of experience. Be keen enough to look out for a trusted tour operator by checking the following about the company: Right information on its website, Positive reviews from its past clients , Quick response to clients with added relevant travel advice.
From the way a tour operator handles your inquiry, you can easily tell how fast they would intervene in case of unforeseen circumstances while on your trip. They should also further understand your interests and offer a suitable itinerary. Booking your safari with a reputable tour operator that has an experienced team saves you from worries about your finances and the experience you expect to have on the trip. 

If you are planning for an African safari soon and want to ease your booking process, let the above tips guide you. To book an African safari with us, contact us now by sending an email to info@supremecarrentaluganda.com or call us now on +256-742874045 / +256-703903243 to talk to our team.