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Off-the-beaten-track African safari destinations worth visiting

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This year is all about exploring hidden gems.

Wildlife safari destinations like the Kruger National Park here in South Africa, the Maasai Mara National Reserve in Kenya, the Okavango Delta in Botswana and the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania, often come to mind when planning a safari.

And these destinations are much-loved, bringing travellers from around the world to the continent.

While these destinations are famous for their abundance of wildlife and game-viewing opportunities, there are off-the-beaten-track safari destinations just as marvellous and waiting to be explored.

So if you’re ready to go create memories in lesser-known spots, these places are worth

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