Are you going to safari in Africa? Then you must learn these expressions first. Here is the explanation of some of the most common words and phrases that you will encounter on safari in Africa.

  • «Bush» Designation of the African wilderness. The bush can be used for savannas, plains, national parks, game reserves and other nature areas.
  • "The Big Five" Or "the big five" is a common term for promise, elephant, buffalo, rhinoceros, leopard. This grouping originally comes from the traditional hunters. The term was used for the most difficult animals to hunt for on foot. Today, the term is frequently used for the most popular animals to watch safari.
  • "The Small Five" - Or "the little five" is an equivalent to "The Five Store ». All the little animals share names with the big ones; Moorishpromise, elephantshrew, buffaloweaver neshornbille and leopardturtle.
  • “Lodge” - A "safari lodge" is the name of a type of accommodation located in a safari area. Lodges in Africa often have their own distinctive African character. Normally, meals and activities are included in such places.
  • "Game drive" - This is the English word for safari. We usually say that you go out on a game drive in the morning or in the afternoon as this is when the animals are most active. Some lodges also offer night drives, where you drive out on safari after dark, or game walk / walking safari, which is safari on foot.
  • “Sundowners” - When stopping the safari car to watch the beautiful African sunset, enjoy something to drink and snacks. An afternoon safari usually ends with a "sundowner" outside the bush or at the camp.