In the highlands of Kenya there is such a place as Cradle Mountain National Park. It is a land of many varieties of habitats including forests, alpine mountains and deciduous zones. On this rare and specialised mountaintop you can find a wealth of wildlife that includes not only the spectacular wildlife of Africa, but also great birding regions. This is the place to see Elephant, Giraffe, Zebra, Buffalo, Lion, Cheetah, Fox, Rhino, East African Picnic and many more species.
Amongst the towering vegetation and deep forests, cradled by glaciers and bathed in sunshine, Cradle Mountain offers an exceptional and diverse opportunity to observe wildlife in all its diversity. From hippos to flamingos, warthogs to trees, giraffes to tarantulas, there is a wildlife feast in store for you. As noted, this is one of the best places in the world to see elephant. One of the best ways to see them in their natural habitat is to take a ride on an elephant.
Overnight safaris take you through this magnificent park and Cradle Mountain provides some of the best scenery and best vantage points. Cradle Mountain affords some of the most spectacular views in Africa and this diversity is what makes it so popular.
One of the main attractions in the Cradle Mountain national park is the Elephant safari. Elephants have been here for 20 years, making this one of the most popular tourist attractions in South Africa. As well as the elephant safari, there are also safari trips to see other big game including lions, hyenas and buffalo. Buffalo safari in the Cradle Mountain park offers travellers a closer look at one of Africa’s most fascinating creatures. There are a variety of lodges and camping sites to experience the wonders of this wild place.
One of the most popular lodges on the park is Shining Rock and Crystal lodge. These eco-friendly lodges use only natural and locally found resources. They promote sustainable utilisation of the land and a shift away from hunting to conserving the wild resources. With a focus on remote safaris, you can enjoy both the natural and cultural resources of the Cradle Mountain National Park.
Another popular accommodation option is the Alkmaar caravan park. This park is located 12 kilometres from the Cradle Mountain campsite and campers can enjoy excellent game views, uncrowded views of the river valley and blooming wildflowers in the spring. The Alkmaar caravan park also offers elephant trekking, powered rafting and hiking.
Those looking for hiking along the river valley or on the high plain beyond the Cradle Mountain campsite should consider heading to Brinchang, which offers a range of walking options. Brinchang has been the site ofopus for over three million years, there are a variety of ancient creatures to watch out for, such as crocodiles and hippos. There are a number of campsites in the area, which are not service or better Business Travellerswana.
Knowing ahead of time is important, because the park is a favourite with tourists and backpackers. So you want to be sure to get the best out of your Cradle Mountain experience.
Consider the route carefully,
This is not a tourniquet for adventurous families. If you plan to bring children along, it is wise to note that camping fees increase with age and you may be required to have them in a separate location. So keep your wits about you, pack along some patience.
A word of warning though, about booking a four star hotel in Cradle Mountain you are unless you are really desiring to rough it. Toilets are not maintained, so present caution.
To be fair, Cradle Mountain is blossoming, so there is that. But don’t take it for granted and always make sure you are carrying insect repellents for those little ones who never sleep. That elephant will not be very impressed if you forget the bug spray.
Consider the gold country of South Africa, but remember you are in their home. Take your own gold souvenirs and leave the aesthetics at home. Unfortunately that’s also the problem with Cradle Mountain. It looks good but the reality is the infrastructure is very basic. If you want to take the family gold fishing it’s OK but you have to get a small boat and water the Cradle Mountain gold. Not a problem for the local miners who can see a route to the gold in the toe river. But you? You’d be better off looking for a local hotel where they do not have any gold explorations going on.
In fact, the best place to put your gold fishing kits is known as the tourist hotspot of South Africa and it is for this reason that we will come up with a list of the best hotels in Cradle Mountain.
