If you think you have been to the world’s best safaris, then think again. For, at this age, you will discover some of the most unique and offbeat safaris in the world. Wildlife lovers are forever looking for unique wildlife expeditions that boast stunning expeditions in the country and wild. Your wildlife expeditions remain incomplete without a trip to some special and unique parks.
There are few national parks that show a commitment towards wildlife conservation and are teeming with gorgeous animals, birds, and more. Naturetrek helps you explore some of the offbeat wildlife-rich spots across the planet, which are true hidden gems. It is time to quench your adventure thirst and look forward to a thrilling and unforgettable experience in the wild.
Given below are some offbeat wildlife parks that truly deserve your attention.
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Liuwa Plain National Park – Zambia, Sought Africa
The pristine wilderness of Liuwa Plain National Park is its major attraction. Spot a wide range of wild animals in this beautiful park that is still untouched and unspoiled by any sort of commercialization. The nonprofit African Park supports hundreds of species of birds along with wild dogs, lions, water buffaloes, zebras, antelopes, and other wildebeests. The completely authentic park is a great place to watch wildebeest migration. Bird watchers have repotted more than 300 bird species. Tourism to the park has picked up in recent years as the park is now made more accessible.
Kabini Wildlife Sanctuary – Karnataka, India
The wildlife sanctuary of south India offers a great wildlife experience and attracts wildlife enthusiasts who love to explore its dense forests and steep valleys. Located in Karnataka, Kabini Sanctuary is famous for spotting elephants, panthers, leopards, deer, cheetal, and others. The Sanctuary houses more than 250 species of birds, and you get the chance to spot some migration birds. Take a boat safari on the river Kabini or a jeep safari through the bamboo jungle to spot elephants. Visit the tiger tank to spot some tigers.
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Satkosia Tiger Reserve, Odisha, India
The Sanctuary is a tiger reserve and is made of the Baisipalli Wildlife Sanctuary and the Satkosia Gorge Wildlife Sanctuary. Situated in Odisha, it is among the lesser-known tiger sanctuaries in the country and carries a mix of deciduous and riverine forests. Spot mammals such as leopard, striped hyena, leopard cat, sloth bear, and the jungle cat. The Asian elephant is found in large numbers in the park, and some other species to sight include langurs, porcupines, sambar deer, barking deer and pangolins, and of course, the Indian giant squirrel.
Caribbean Jungle Tour, Costa Rica
Explore the rich and diverse Costa Rica that houses more than 5 % of the planet’s diversity and boasts of barbaric animals, thrilling jungles, and spirited volcanoes. It is known to have the highest no of species across the world. There are hundreds and thousands of insects, plants, reptiles, mammals, and amphibians. Spot diverse species such as Ocelot, Sea-turtles, Dart Frog, Coati, Ocelot, Jaguar, and Chestnut-Mandible Toucan in the most exotic jungles of Costa Rica. Thanks to the abundant rains, warm temperatures, and sunlight, Caribbean Jungles reflect a perfect recipe for biological diversity: Spot curious iguanas and monkeys and many wading birds.
Tal Chhapar Sanctuary, Rajasthan, India
Tal Chhapar Sanctuary is famous for its wide variety of birds and a unique biosystem. Located in a desert region, the thorn forest sanctuary enjoys visits from numerous migration birds during September. Some of the most popular among wildlife lovers are desert fox, desert cat, blackbuck, and others. The part is situated in the Churu district of Rajasthan, which is a refuge of unique antelope, the blackbuck. Though small in size, Tal Chhapar Sanctuary boasts rich biodiversity. Enjoy trekking through the park and spend a night in a camp and catch sight of blackbucks.
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Kidepo Valley National Park, Uganda, South Africa
Get ready for a true wilderness experience in one of the most offbeat parks in the world. The Kidepo Valley National Park is situated in a remote corner of Uganda and is the perfect spot for those who want to spot wildlife without any interference in South Africa. Here, you will get the chance to see some of the most diverse wildlife and several species that are not to be found elsewhere. Spot species such as black-backed jackal, cheetah, buffalo, Rothschild’s giraffe, zebra, and more. Narus and Kidepo basin boast diverse vegetation and animal populations between the two valleys. Tourists enjoy game viewing by a vehicle on dirt roads.
Białowieża Forest Safaris, Poland
Poland’s Białowieża forests boast of some 500 European Bisons that roam freely in the jungles. Apart from those, you also get to see beavers and otters and even the hard-to-spot lynx. Białowieża Forests are now a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and protect centuries-old oak, lime, and elm trees as well as other rare birds and mammals. You can track carnivores such as wolves in the winter and go biking in the forest during the summers to enjoy the birdlife. There are old villages here that have remained untouched for centuries.
Sochi National Park, Russia
Sochi is among the most famous Russian national parks and is surrounded by amazing nature filled with waterfalls, canyons, and caves. The scenic surroundings and amazing wildlife are what make this park even more attractive to wildlife lovers. Swim in the warm black sea and explore the vast Sochi area that borders Abkhazia and the Greater Caucasus. Persian leopards from Turkmenistan were reintroduced in the Sochi National Park, and their cubs were released into the wild. Visitors are left in awe because of the various urban and rural settlements along the Shepsi River and Magri River.
Qinhuangdao Wildlife Park, China
The national forest park is located in the Beidaihe coastal area and is said to be the biggest wildlife park as it covers the maximum forest area. The Park boasts of the most beautiful natural environment and hundreds of species of birds and animals. The animals in the park live in their natural habitats. Africa. Qinhuangdaopark is filled with scenic spots and beautiful environments in China. Tourists can get up and close with the animals, touch them, feed them and take photos with them. The Safari Park is home to thousands of animals from all different parts of the world today, and some of them include giraffes, lions, zebras, brown bears, plus native African plants.
When compared to wildlife-rich countries, the above-listed world life parks and sanctuaries have a lot more to offer but are underrated. Go ahead and plan a trip to any of those amazing wildlife parks and take your safari experience to a whole new level.
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Thanks for sharing awesome destinations and spoton write-ups.
I would like to may be advise on Kidepo Valley National Park, it’s found in Uganda – East Africa not South Africa as stated above.
otherwise, it is a nice piece.