Small Five

Safari is a year-round adventure and the planning process is exciting!   Africa is a vast continent and the possibilities for exploring it are endless. From gorilla trekking in Rwanda to Big Five game drives in Tanzania, researching destinations and designing an itinerary with your safari planner occupies a tremendous amount of your free time.   And, of course, deciding what to wear and which camera to bring are all part of the fun, too!

When planning your safari, conversations often center around Africa’s iconic wildlife. Whether you’re a full-fledged Africaphile or just beginning your research, you’ve likely heard the term ‘Big Five’.  For most first-time safari-goers, the Big Five are on the list.  But did you also know there’s the Small