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Top 10 African wildlife videos on YouTube

If you’re like me and you love African wildlife action, you’ve probably spent countless hours glued to your screen on some of the amazing footage out there. 🙂

Today I’d like to share a few of the best African wildlife videos I’ve ever come across (so far) on YouTube.

The top 10 selection is based on a couple of criteria: popularity (number of views), personal favorites , and most touching / entertaining .

NB : The list only includes amateur video footage. For National Geographic videos or any other professional recordings, check out the bonus list  at the end of the post.

Feel like I missed out part of the fun (which is most likely the case)?

Make sure you list your favs  in the comments section.

Top 10 Best African Wildlife Videos

1. battle at kruger.

Perhaps the most popular African wildlife video known on YouTube.

Amazing encounter between lions and buffalo and… I won’t say another word, just watch it! 🙂

2. Mountain Biker Hit by Buck

Crazy antelope vs mountain biker footage . Not for the faint of heart.

3. The Kamikaze Impala

A herd of impala leaps across the road, unaware that it’s leopard territory. Very bad move, and an unfortunate end for the poor antelope.

4. Baby Elephant Steals the Show

It’s play time at Hluhluwe Umfolozi, as a joyful herd of elephants is having a refreshing mud bath.

What’s so interesting about mud baths, you might say? Well, you’re about to find out…

5. Touched by a Wild Mountain Gorilla

An unforgettable encounter between man and beast. Wish I was there. 🙂

6. Let Me Out!

Amboseli Trust comes to the rescue as baby elephant gets stuck in a muddy pond.

The ending literally brought me to tears.

7. Tug of War

When a coalition of male lions take down a young buffalo, the rest of the herd decides to strike back. 3 vs. 300 battle!

Who’s going to win? Bets are open.

8. What a Bully

Just another indication that hippos should be dealt with extreme precaution. 😉

Would’ve been interesting to see a picture of the 4×4 after the collision.

Anyone knows if it’s still on duty? 🙂

9. Friendly Cheetah

Did the cheetah mistake the Jeep for a termite mound? I guess we’ll never know. 🙂

Love it when the tourist is taking pictures with his iPhone. Too bad he didn’t have one of those reflex cameras. He could’ve probably touched the cheetah’s nose with his lens.

10. Baby Zebra’s First Steps

You might say I’m a little biased on this one (as it is my own footage), but I still think it’s a real beauty. 😉

Experience baby zebra’s first steps into life. What more can I say: totally adorable!

Bonus Wildlife Videos

If you enjoyed the above, you’ll most certainly want to watch some more (I know, it’s “really” addictive).

#Bonus Video 1 : Black Rhino Sprint

#Bonus Video 2 : Naughty Lions

If You Want to Go the Extra Mile…

Ok, I got it: still not enough for your liking. 😉

Here you go, and I’m giving it my very best shot:

• Christian the Lion
• Zebra vs. Crocodile
• Gorilla Reunion
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10 greatest amateur safari videos of all time.

With so many people heading out into the wild with mobile phones and HD camcorders like Go Pros on hand, it's no wonder at the sheer volume of amazing wildlife videos and images out there! We've scoured YouTube to find the cream-of-the-crop in amateur (yet fantastic) videos and give you a little taster of what happens out there in the unpredictable wilds of Africa.

#10 Baby elephant rescue

From the team at the Amboseli Trust for Elephants in Kenya: this video has got everything, drama, suspense, action and… a happy ending!

#9 Wildebeest mum saves calf

Harry casual leopard strolls along before pouncing on baby gnu… don't think he reckoned on this mother's instincts...

#8 Rhino and hippo date night Part 1

An unlikely interaction unfolds... lonely rhino becomes enamoured with a female hippo! At first, she appears to humour him, but then the hippo seems to enjoy the attention from this persistent rhino bull, just a little.

#7 Leopard attacks python in Kruger Park

A rare sighting, indeed! Recorded by the Campbell-Harris family in Kruger National Park, South Africa.

#6 Flying lion: Buffalo launches predator into the air

A spectacular wildlife encounter captured on an early morning safari in Kruger National Park. A buffalo is rescued from a lioness and all animals walk away unharmed! Now, that's what friends are for!

#5 Whale jumps onto boat in Cape Town

Unbelievable!

#4 Mountain biker taken out by buck

Ready for the top four? These videos just get better and better, hats on for the last bit of the ride…

Caught on video at Albert Falls Dam in South Africa: #4 Mountain biker taken out by buck. "Watch the buck," he said… "it'll be fun," he said…

#3 Aerial cats… lion catches blessbok, leopard catches impala

These guys are amazing, on the ground and in the air… I had to include both of these because it wouldn't be right to leave out either.

Leopard catches impala

Kruger National Park: leopard in action.

#2 Cheetah chases impala into tourist's car

Enough said.

Leaping impalas and swift cheetah recorded in Kruger National Park.

#1 Epic battle at Kruger

I really didn't want to post this as my number one, but the fact is, it's BRILLIANT and plays out like one of the most epic battles, charged with emotion as the pendulum swings first one way, then the other and then back again, with an all-star cast! Enjoy!

Thanks for watching - hope you enjoyed the wildlife show and are now inspired to go capture some wild footage of your own. We would love to get your comments and recommendations of any other African wildlife videos that you love!

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The 10 best viral African safari videos

The next best thing to going on an African safari is watching all the action of the savanna or bushveld on the small screen at home. While we love National Geographic documentaries, Sir David Attenborough’s excellent nature programs and the Discovery Channel, there’s also something special about watching unedited, unplanned and undirected African wildlife videos shot by people on a safari holiday with their smartphone or point and shoot camera. Some of these videos capture thrilling moments that nature documentary filming teams don’t manage to see in years of filming – like the famous “Battle of Kruger” scene where lions and a crocodile battle it out in a tug of war over a buffalo in a waterhole – and many of them have gone viral, amassing tens of millions of views.

Here is our pick of the 10 Best viral African safari videos shot by amateurs that we just can’t stop watching!

1. Battle at Kruger 

With over 76 million views, this is the most viral of all safari videos – and it’s easy to see why. It’s one of Africa’s most epic wildlife battles ever caught on camera!

2. Mountain biker hit by a buck

Just when you’re having a great cycle, a buck comes out of nowhere and takes you out!

3. Impala escapes certain death in a tourist car

This quick thinking impala jumps for safety into a safari goer’s car as it is pursued by a cheetah. Impala 1 – cheetah 0.

4. Rhino and hippo date night

One of them definitely used a fake photo for their Tinder profile.

5. Touched by a wild mountain gorilla

A magical chance encounter with a troop of wild gorillas in Uganda makes for a touching video and what must have been an extraordinary experience!

6. Lion opens car door

This shows you why you should always lock your car door and keep your windows up when driving through a game park in Africa.

7. World’s cutest frog

Remember that when you go on safari, it’s not just about seeing the big animals – the small ones are equally fascinating (and much cuter) – like this desert frog in South Africa.

8. A lion catches an antelope in a mid-air jump

This gives new meaning to the phrase “don’t play with your food”.

9. The lion-killing giraffe

Don’t mess with those long legs!

https://youtu.be/VhMU_F3arSA

10. Elephant attacks safari jeep

Imagine how scared you’d be feeling if you were sitting inside this jeep as the trumpeting elephant charged the car!

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19 Inspirational Safari Movies

Watch a classic safari movie before you go.

Getting excited about an upcoming African safari holiday? Hollywood has a long history of creative safari movies about all things Africa and wildlife – dating back to 1932’s “Congorilla” documentary of jungle and savannah wildlife activity in Belgian Congo (now D.R. Congo).

The genre has evolved over the decades, meaning there is now a good choice of films available to bring the magic of the safari experience into your living room. Check out our list below of the most inspirational safari movies to watch before you go – the first section of the list features traditional movies, and the latter section focusses on documentary safari movies. All are highly recommended and well worth viewing!

Out of Africa

A Hollywood classic, Out of Africa is one of those rare films that you can’t fail to fall in love with. Whether you’re watching it for the dazzling scenery of the Kenyan landscapes or the drama and romance, Meryl Streep and Robert Redford make for compelling viewing in this tale of Africa, war, and wildlife.

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Gorillas in the Mist

Like Out of Africa , the movie is based on a true story, but here the similarities end. Instead of a romantic interest, Gorillas in the Mist tells the tale of naturalist Sigourney Weaver’s touching relationship with the group of primates she studies in the Rwandan jungle . With the threat of poachers hovering in the background and strife all around in Rwanda, there’s high drama as well as some magnificent footage of real gorillas in their natural habitat.

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The Lion King

When you think of safaris and big game, it’s hard not to immediately imagine the Circle of Life scene from the beginning of Disney’s epic African adventure, The Lion King. It might be animation and talking lions rather than real-life nature scenes, but adults and kids alike can’t fail to be inspired to take a safari holiday after watching Simba on screen!

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The African Queen

An old fashioned tale of action, romance, and daring exploits in the wilds of the jungle, The African Queen is a fantastic romp with two of the era’s best-loved actors – Katherine Hepburn and Humphrey Bogart. Shot in Uganda and the Congo, it was one of the first movies to use real locations and backgrounds which adds an unparalleled realism to the story.

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White Hunter Black Heart

Clint Eastwood’s film is based loosely on the experiences of writer Peter Viertel and director John Huston on the set of The Africa Queen. But whilst love triumphs over all in the 1950s classic, this movie is much darker and explores the morality of hunting wild animals. When filmmaker John Wilson becomes obsessed with the safari and elephants, disaster begins to stir. White Hunter Black Heart is a must watch!

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This interesting film starring the legendary John Wayne removes the cowboy from his favourite setting and transports him to a vast African landscape. Filmed in Tanzania , it’s a dramatic story about a group of hunters, a female wildlife photographer and the race to save a group of baby elephants from a terrible fate – life in a zoo. With exhilarating wildlife chases and magnificent Mount Meru providing a dramatic backdrop, Hatari! is a thrilling romp of a safari movie.

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Road to Zanzibar

After the success of contemporary films in the safari genre, Bob Hope parodies African adventures with this comic farce. Involving love triangles, races through the jungle, swimming with leopards and plenty of jewels, the fast-paced comedy is a fun trip set in 1940’s Africa.

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The Naked Prey

Set in the veld of South Africa, The Naked Prey is an eerie movie starring Cornel Wilde in a dark tale that switches the traditional roles of a hunting safari. The guide (Wilde) leads a troop of hunters through an African tribe to start the hunt, but when the group offends the locals, he finds himself in the role of the animals – naked and being chased through the landscape by warriors from the tribe.

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Everyone’s favourite African jungle hero has been the subject of many films over the Hollywood years, but in 1999 Disney gave him a 3D makeover and plenty of animated jungle action before the happy ending with Jane. Featuring a paranoid elephant and a smart-mouthed gorilla, Tarzan   is a family film that brings the jungle to life with sweeping scenes.

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Married couple George Adamson and Joy Adamson live in northern Kenya for George’s work as a senior game warden. After George’s team have to kill a man-eating lion and its lioness, their three young female cubs being orphaned. Although difficult to begin with, George and Joy wean and take care of the three cubs, who they adopt as pets. Born Free is a classic film about safari life in Africa, heartwarming, and with stunning human – big cat interaction.

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To Walk With Lions

To Walk With Lions follows the later years of the life of George Adamson who was featured saving a lion cub in the safari movie Born Free . His life was transformed with this action, and he went on to become a lifelong animal activist. Well worth a watch in tandem with Born Free .

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Something of an amusingly naff found footage film set in the South African bush. In a wild corner of the country, a young Zulu girl teams up with an American tourist group on safari. The group enters an uncharted area where they are forced to face the untamed wild.

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Documentary Safari Movies:

The six-part mini-series, narrated by David Attenborough, takes an in-depth look at various African habitats and the wildlife that inhabit them. Each episode is wonderful, and the highlights for pre-safari viewing are on the African deserts – the Kalahari, Namib, and Sahara, the savanna of East Africa, and the rainforests of the Congo Basin.

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The Last Lions

This is a feature-length National Geographic documentary filmed in Botswana’s Okavango Delta region  and narrated by Jeremy Irons. It focusses on one lioness raising her cubs and protecting them against the many threats they face, including poaching. Whilst the film is about this one mother, it deals more broadly with the decline of the African lion from a population of many millions in the 20th century to just 20,000 today.

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The Ivory Game

This 2016 documentary examines the global ivory trade and the various actors sustaining and fighting it, examine the actions of governments, environmental preservationists, poachers, and ivory merchants. The film takes viewers from the elephant’s home ranges in Tanzania, Kenya, and Zambia to China, Hong Kong, and Vietnam where ivory is seen as a status symbol, and demand is rife. As with so many other movies on this list, it’s one that’s well worth watching if you hope to see elephants on your next safari.

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Battle at Kruger

OK, we know it’s not actually a safari move, but no list of this nature would be complete without reference to the most epic homemade safari video ever! If you’ve not yet seen it, set aside eight minutes right now to watch this confrontation between a herd of buffalo , a pride of lions and a crocodile . (Read up on battle at Kruger .)

Any classic safari movies we’re missing from the list? Please let us know in the comments below! Made it to the end of our safari film list and still have itchy feet? Check out these 50 movies to inspire wanderlust .

Other significant African movies

Whilst not specifically safari movies, these films listed below are all set – and filmed – in Africa, where the landscape and culture play a significant part. All well worth adding to your ‘to watch’ list before you take a safari!

Blood Diamond (2006)

Leonardo DiCaprio stars in a  war thriller smuggling diamonds, set against the backdrop of the Sierra Leone civil war.

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Hotel Rwanda (2004)

This moving drama is based on the true story of Paul Rusesabagina, the hotel manager of  Hôtel des Mille Collines in Kigali during the Rwandan civil war.

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The Last King of Scotland (2006)

A historical drama about Scottish doctor Nicholas Garrigan who becomes the personal physician and close confidante of Ugandan dictator Idi Amin.

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BORN FREE should also be included in this list. One of the best African / Kenya / Safari movies ever!!

Great shout Vince – added!

My candidate for the single best safari film of all time is King Solomon’s Mines, the one with Debra Kerr and Stewart Granger (it made him an international star). It was the third of five filmings of H. Rider Haggard’s novel.

It had the most authentic tribesmen, and its iconic drum music was recycled in countless safari “B” movies as well as in John Ford’s Mogambo, another good African movie.

I’m going to have to check that one out David, thanks for the recommendation!

Nowhere in africa

Safari movies: Mogambo, The Snows of Kilimanjaro, The Ghost and the Darkness

All around Africa movies: The Power of One,Tarzan: The Legend of Greystoke, Cry Freedom, Hotel Rwanda, Sometimes in April, Blood Diamond

Hey Mark – some excellent choices there, and a couple I haven’t seen yet. Will check them out, thanks!

Pls I want to know the name of a comedy movie in Africa jungle where in one occasion in the movie African man was squatting then a helicopter with rope hanging catched his pants and continue flying then the man eventually got his head straight into a hippopotamus’s anus.

One I enjoyed from my childhood was A Far Off Place, starring Reese Witherspoon.

Thanks for the tip – I’ve not heard of that one, will check it out!

Oh, and George of the Jungle and Sahara. I realize they’re not Safari films, but set in Africa, at least.

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108 Safari Captions For Instagram – Puns, Quotes & Short Captions

If you’re an adventurous spirit who loves to explore the beauty of nature then you know that a good caption can take your safari photos from great to amazing.

Whether you’re taking snaps of majestic elephants, stealthy lions or towering giraffes, you want your Instagram post to capture the essence of your safari experience.

That’s why I’ve put together this list of the best safari Instagram captions that will make your followers roar with envy.

P.S. Follow me on Instagram (@travellerselixir) and tag me in your photo for a share!

Table of Contents

Best Safari Instagram Captions

Cute safari captions for instagram.

• Where the wild things are
• Come on a safari with me
• Another day, another grand adventure
• I came, I saw, I went on safari and found my spirit animal
• I bless the rains down in Aaaaafrica
• In the jungle, the mighty jungle, the lion sleeps tonight
• Taking a walk on the wild side
• I’m wild about this safari
• On safari, the only rush hour traffic you’ll encounter is a herd of wildebeest

• Mother Nature is my kind of girl
• Safari tip: Always stay in the jeep unless you want to be a snack
• Africa stole my heart
• Feeling wild and free on my safari adventure
• We’re going on an adventure!
• The world is a beautiful place and there’s no better way to experience it than on safari
• I’m not a morning person, but I’ll wake up at dawn for a safari any day
• Safari dreams do come true
• Safari sunsets and wild animals stole my heart
• I went on a safari and all I got was this cool Instagram post
• There’s something magical about watching animals in their natural habitat
• Safari success: Spotted the big five and I’m feeling alive
• Being surrounded by animals in their natural habitat is the most peaceful feeling in the world
• All my worries and stress just melted away on safari. I guess that’s what happens when you’re surrounded by majestic animals
• This is where I belong – surrounded by the wild and untamed beauty of Africa

• On a safari, even the smallest creatures leave the biggest impressions

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Funny Safari Captions & Safari Puns

• Safari good time
• This safari is not kitten around
• Sorry for lion to you like that
• A long came a giraffe
• Don’t listen to him, he’s lion
• That was roar -some!
• Toucan play at that game
• I ain’t lion when I say that safari was amazing!
• That was ele-phantastic!
• Tree -t yo’self
• The view is tree -mendous!
• I herd that you’re going on safari…
• You’re giraffing me crazy
• Well this safari has my seal of approval

• Jeep in the savannah
• This is panda -monium
• Jeep in the jungle
• I zebr- et you’re gonna go far!
• Your argument is irrelephant!
• This safari is a total game -changer!

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Short Safari Captions

• Where the lion sleeps tonight
• The animal kingdom
• The thrill of the chase
• Let’s get wild!
• An escape into the unknown
• Roaming with lions
• Unforgettable moments in the wild

• Call of the wild
• Embracing the wilderness
• The call of the savannah
• Savannah sunsets
• Safari hair, don’t care
• Beyond the city limits
• Memories in the making
• Into the wild
• Discovering the African bush

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Inspirational & Beautiful Safari Captions

• You know you are truly alive when you’re living among lions
• I’m convinced that the best things in life are wild and free, just like the animals on safari
• Nature is the closest place to heaven on earth
• There’s nothing like the feeling of pure awe and amazement when you see a majestic animal on safari
• Going on a safari is not just about seeing animals, it’s about connecting with the earth and all of its inhabitants
• Life is a safari so explore it with a sense of adventure and wonder

• Nature is not a place to visit, it is home
• The most valuable lessons I’ve learned in life have come from the natural world and a safari is the ultimate classroom
• A safari is not just a journey, it’s an awakening of the senses
• Life is a journey and a safari is one of the greatest adventures you can take
• My heart longs for the African savannah
• Going on a safari is like pressing the pause button on life and immersing yourself in the present moment
• I went on a safari and came back with a new appreciation for the wonders of the world
• On safari, time stands still and you’re immersed in the natural world around you
• Sometimes the greatest adventures are the ones that take you out of your comfort zone, like a safari
• I went on a safari and came back with a heart full of gratitude and wonder
• There’s nothing like seeing the majesty of nature up close and personal on a safari
• Going on a safari is like stepping into a different world

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Safari Quotes For Instagram Captions

• “If I’ve ever seen magic it’s been in Africa.” – John Hemingway
• “A safari is not just a journey into the wild, but a journey into the soul of Africa.” – Traveller’s Elixir
• “They say an elephant never forgets. What they don’t tell you is you never forget an elephant.” – Bill Murray

• “The love of all living creatures is the most noble attribute of man.” – Charles Darwin
• “In the stillness of the savannah, I found the rhythm of my heart.” – Traveller’s Elixir
• “I never knew of a morning in Africa when I woke up that I was not happy.” – Ernest Hemingway
• “One cannot resist the lure of Africa.” – Rudyard Kipling
• “The beauty of a safari lies in the unexpected moments of wonder and awe that take your breath away.” – Traveller’s Elixir
• “There is something about safari life that makes you forget all your sorrows and feel as if you had drunk half a bottle of champagne – bubbling over with heartfelt gratitude for being alive.” – Karen Blixen
• “I hope you have an experience that alters the course of your life because, after Africa, nothing has ever been the same.” – Suzanne Evans
• “On a safari, time stands still and the world is reduced to the magic of the moment.” – Traveller’s Elixir
• “Nothing but breathing the air of Africa, and actually walking through it, can communicate the indescribable sensations.” – William Burchell
• “If there were one more thing I could do, it would be to go on safari once again.” – Karen Blixen
• “Going on a safari is not just an adventure but a journey of the senses that leaves an imprint on your soul.” – Traveller’s Elixir
• “Every time I look at a zebra, I can’t figure out whether it’s black with white stripes or white with black stripes, and that frustrates me.” – Jodi Picoult
• “Everything in Africa bites, but the safari bug is worst of all.” – Brian Jackman

• “In the vast expanse of the African wilderness, I found a deep connection to the rhythm of life itself.” – Traveller’s Elixir
• “Africa has her mysteries, and even a wise man cannot understand them. But a wise man respects them.” – Miriam Makeba
• “People must feel that the natural world is important and valuable and beautiful and wonderful and an amazement and a pleasure.” – David Attenborough
• “A safari is not just about seeing animals, but about immersing yourself in the sights, sounds, and smells of the wild.” – Traveller’s Elixir
• “The only man I envy is the man who has not yet been to Africa – for he has so much to look forward to.” – Richard Mullin 
• “To witness that calm rhythm of life revives our worn souls and recaptures a feeling of belonging to the natural world. No one can return from the Serengeti unchanged, for tawny lions will forever prowl our memory and great herds throng our imagination.” – George Schaller
• “On a safari, you don’t just observe nature, you become a part of it.” – Traveller’s Elixir
• “There is a language going on out there – the language of the wild. Roars, snorts, trumpets, squeals, whoops and chirps have meaning derived over eons of expression…we have yet to become fluent in the language – and music – of the wild.” – Boyd Norton
• “The eye never forgets what the heart has seen.” – African Proverb
• “A safari is not a trip, it’s a pilgrimage to the heart of the African continent.” – Traveller’s Elixir
• “It was wildest, untouched Africa, and it was magic.” – Jane Goodall

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Safari Hashtags For Instagram Likes

• #safariphotography
• #safaribaby
• #safariparty
• #safarilife
• #safaripark
• #safariafrica
• #safarigallery
• #safaritour
• #africansafari
• #safaristyle
• #photosafari
• #wildlifesafari
• #safariworld
• #safaritrip
• #safaritime
• #africasafari

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And that’s it! I’ve covered some of the best safari Instagram captions that you can use to add a little extra flair to your wildlife adventure posts.

Whether you’re heading to the savannahs of Africa, the rainforests of South America or the national parks of North America, these captions will help you capture the essence of your trip and share it with the world.

And don’t forget to follow me on Instagram (@travellerselixir) and tag me in your photo for a share on my story.

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Megan Jones is a travel expert and founder of Traveller's Elixir who has been travelling the world full time since 2021. Megan's travel tips been featured in numerous media outlets including Metro, Timeout, Thrillist and more.

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Aggressive elephant lifts safari car filled with tourists into the air in South Africa

A frightening moment for a group of tourists in South Africa was caught on camera when an elephant approached their safari truck and partially lifted it up into the air.

The incident happened March 18 in Pilanesberg National Park, northwest of Johannesburg.

The group of local South Africans were touring the area when they got too close to the elephant bull to take pictures. That's when the large animal became aggressive and approached the safari truck.

Video from the scene shows the elephant lifting the front portion of the vehicle with its tusks before letting it drop to the ground. Screaming can be heard in the video.

The guide backed up the vehicle and slammed his hand against what appears to be the door in attempt to convince the elephant to stop.

The tour operator Mankwe Game Trackers told ABC News they understand the elephant was in musth, a periodic state of the bull elephant characterized by aggressive behavior and a surge of testosterone levels.

Nobody was hurt in the encounter, but the park offered counseling for those who were the most rattled.

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