When you book a safari tour, you’re stepping into a world where nature thrives—and the animals are the stars of the show.
At Hyrax Safaris, we’re lucky enough to encounter over a hundred species across our tours. But a few stand out as the icons. The head-turners. The ones that leave you speechless even after you’ve put your camera down.
Here are our top 5 most magnificent animals to look out for on your next Hyrax Safari adventure:
5. Zebra
Nature’s optical illusion.
The zebra’s black-and-white stripes are beautiful, and useful, acting as camouflage, social signals, and insect repellents all rolled into one. Expect to see herds of them strolling across the plains when you join our 5-Day Mara & Amboseli Fly-in Luxury Safari. Watch them move in perfect harmony, like a living, breathing barcode scanning its way across the savannah.
4. Giraffe
Africa’s lanky council.
Towering up to 18 feet tall, giraffes are a marvellous sight with their elegant stride and long eyelashes. You’ll see plenty on our 3-Day Trip to Amboseli Private Safari, especially around acacia trees where they stretch their necks to snack on the highest leaves. So keep your cameras ready—they move slowly, but their beauty hits you fast.
3. Rhino
The armored underdogs.
They might look like ancient tanks on legs, but there’s something surprisingly gentle about rhinos. Sure, they’ve got thick skin, heavy horns, and a stomp that shakes the ground—but when you see one up close, there’s something calming about them. On our 3-Day Trip to Meru Midrange Safari, you might just catch a rhino looking right back at you—and in that quiet moment, you’ll feel the connection too. The reminder that you’re standing face to face with a living relic of the wild.
2. Elephant
The wise guardians of the wild.
Elephants are more than just massive mammals—they’re emotional, intelligent, and surprisingly gentle. On our 3 Days Samburu Private Safari, you’ll see entire families roaming the land, cooling off in watering holes and leading their young through the bush. Look into their eyes, and you might just see their story looking back at you.
1. Lion
Royalty in the wild.
The king of the jungle doesn’t need an introduction. Lions sit proudly at the top of our list because they’re exactly what a safari should be: raw, powerful, and a reminder of the beauty of nature’s most dangerous, and most intriguing animals. Whether it’s a lioness on the hunt or a pride resting under the golden sun, there’s something awe inspiring about seeing these beautiful creatures up close. And yes, you’ll likely meet them on many our Hyrax Safari Tours.
Ready to meet them face to face?
Book your Hyrax Safari and let the adventure begin.
