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Which are the top 5 largest national parks in Africa.

Africa is the world's second-largest and second-most populous continent after Asia, currently housing over 54 African Africa is a cool destination to travel to while on your adventurous safari because it is a country’s which is well known for having a cool warm climate compared to the countries and this climate has two seasons such as; the dry season and the rainy season. However, tourists should note that the most appropriate time is during the dry season, which is always between months of June to August and from mid- December to February. and this is considered as the best time because it is when the less rainfalls are received and the grass vegetation is short which enables tourists to capture classic views of many tourist attractions more especially the wildlife species. However, in the context below are the some of the five largest national parks in Africa and some of these include;

• Central Kalahari game reserves

The central kalagari game reserves are located in Botswana, the second largest game reserve in the world and the top 5 largest in Africa and stretches over roughly 52, 8000 square kilometers. This extraordinary reserve is located in the heart of Kalahari Desert, characterised but its environment, salt pans, and seasonal rainfall that transforms the landscape famous into a vibrant habitat. The reserve is also situated located entirely within Botswana’s Ghanzi district making up over 40% of the district's territory. The deception valley within the reserve is particularly famous for its scenery and the remarkable wildlife that congregates during the rains, including herds of south African giraffes, African bush elephants , spotted hyena, brown hyena, honey badger, meerkat, yellow mongoose , common warthogs, south African cheetah , south African cheetah, caracal, Africa wild dog , black -backed jackal, bat-eared fox, cape fox , African leopards , lion , blue wildebeest, plain zebras , greater kudu, springbok and sable antelopes. The Central Kalahari Game Reserve offers good bird watching destination, with over 250 species have been recorded, such as black-chested snake eagle, chat flycatcher, common kestrel, easter paradise whydah, Kori bustard, martial eagle, namagua dove, yellow-throated sandgrouse and pale chanting goshawk among others and the park is particularly good for raptors due to the high volume of small animals for them to feed on. Visiting Central Kalagari Game Reserves offers you with the chance to participate in number activities such Guided Game Drives, Walking Safaris, Birdwatching and Stargazing among others.

• The Selous game reserve

The Selous game reserve currently renamed as Nyerere national park is surely one of the top 5 largest protected areas in Africa and also one of the world's largest wildlife sanctuaries and national parks. It covers a total area of 50,000 sq km (19,000 sq mi), with additional buffer zones, as well and covers the big part of Liwalw district in western Lindi region, south west Pwani region, north eastern Ruvuma region and a big part of south eastern Morogoro region. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982 and renamed in 2019 in honor of Julius Nyerere, Tanzania’s first president. This vast park boasts a rich tapestry of ecosystems, including extensive wetlands, dense woodlands, and open savannahs. The Rufiji River, a vital waterway that meanders through the park, enhances its biodiversity, serving as a lifeline for numerous species. Selous game reserve famous for its significant populations of bush elephants, hippos, African wild dog, hippopotamus, lion, leopard, spotted hyena, cape buffalo, Masai giraffe, plain zebras, white-bearded gnu and the giant Nile crocodile. The park also is home to a wide array of bird’s species including African fish eagle, black-winged stilt, collared palm-thrush, spur-winged lapwing and white- fronted bee-eater among other. visitors while on a safari in Selous game reserve have the hance to participate in a wide range of activities such as bird watching, game drives, nature walks, hot air ballon safaris among others

• Namib-Naukluft National Park

Namib-Naukluft National Park is one of the largest protected areas in Africa, spanning about 49,768 square kilometers in Namibia, situated within the Namib Desert considered the world's oldest desert, it is renowned for its surreal landscapes, where the iconic red dunes of Sossusvlei rise dramatically against the backdrop of a clear blue sky. More so located between the coast of the Atlantic Ocean and the edge of the great escarpment. The park features stunning geological formations, including the Sesriem Canyon, carved by the Tsauchab River. Its stark beauty attracts photographers, hikers, and adventure seekers alike. Namib-Naukluft National Park is dwell for fascinating wildlife species such as hyenas, gemsboks, springboks, leopards, African wild dog, cape foxes, baboons, caracals and jackal. Namib-Naukluft National Park is a great birding destination with over 200 species recorded such birds includes African balk duck, arctic tern, bar-tailed godwit, black stork, lesser flamingos, lesser honeyguide, lanner falcon, Herero chat, karoo long-billed lark among others. Visitors to Namib-Naukluft National Park have the chance to participate in a number of safaris activities such as Soaring in a Balloon over the Dunes, hiking in the Naukluft Mountains, Visit Namib Naukluft, bird watching, nature walks and game viewing among others

• Niassa Reserve

Niassa Reserve is a natural reserve located in Cabo Delgado Province and Niassa Province in northern Mozambique, covers over 42,000 square kilometers, making it the largest protected area in Mozambique and the fourth largest in African continent. The reserve is part of the Trans-Frontier Conservation Area and links to the Tanzanian Lukwika-Lumesule Game Reserve. This remote and rugged reserve is a haven for conservation, known for its incredible biodiversity, including significant populations of elephants, wild dogs, sable antelope, and large populations of Cape buffalo, impala, wildebeest, zebra and leopards. The area has three endemic species - the Niassa wildebeest, Boehm's zebra, and Johnston's Impala with over 400 bird species. amazingly the reserve is home to Mecula mountain, located at the center of the park with a height of 1,441 metres (4,728 ft). Visitors while on a safari in Niassa Reserve have the chance to engage in a number of activities such as game drives, walking safaris and canoeing trips among others

• Kafue National Park

Kafue National Park spans approximately 22,400 square kilometers, making it one of the largest national parks in Africa, located in Zambia. Established in the 1950s. The park is named for the Kafue River stretches over three provinces including North Western, Central Western and Southern. The park can be accessed via the Lusaka – Mongu road which crosses the park north of its centre. Kafue is renowned for its varied ecosystems, which include riverine habitats, wetlands, grasslands, and woodlands. The park is home to an impressive array of wildlife, including the largest concentration of antelope species in Africa, alongside predators like puku, sitatunga, red lechwe, blue duikers, yellow-backed duiker, Sharpe’s grysbok, oribis, impalas, roan antelopes, sable antelopes, buffalo, hippos, Nile crocodile, African wild dogs and hartebeest among. Visitors exploring Kafue National Park can engage in number of activities such as Boating Excursions, Fishing, Game drives, walking safaris and canoeing among others

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