What It Is
After-dark game drive using spotlights to observe nocturnal species: leopard, aardvark, bush babies, civet, owls.
Visual Reference
Spotlight illuminating leopard eyes at night from safari vehicle
Best For
Those interested in predator behavior, nocturnal ecology
Consider Skipping If
Light sleepers who need early rest; young children
Want to include night drive in your safari?
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Best Season
Year-round; slightly better in dry season
What to Know
Cold temperatures; limited visibility for photography
Trade-Offs
What You Gain
Access to nocturnal wildlife rarely seen during day
What You Trade Away
Challenging photography conditions; disrupts sleep schedule
Where Available
Night Drive is available in 7 destinations:
TanzaniaLimited availabilityOnly in private concessions (Serengeti Mara, Grumeti), not national parksKenyaConservancies only—not permitted in national parks or reservesBotswanaConcession areas throughout Delta and LinyantiSouth AfricaPrivate reserves only—not Kruger National ParkZimbabweHwange concessions, private reservesZambiaSouth Luangwa, Lower Zambezi, KafueRwandaAkagera NP