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Let's go on a wildlife safari! A safari is an expedition to see animals in the wild. Safaris are especially popular in Africa.

Do you know which of the animals listed below you might see on an African safari? On the savannah, you might observe elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, crocodiles, hyenas, rhinos, hippos, and zebras.

If you ventured into the forested mountains, you might be lucky enough to spot a family of gorillas. On the island of Madagascar off the coast of Africa, look for lemurs leaping from tree to tree!

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But, did you know? You don't have to travel around the world to see amazing animals. You can go on a wildlife safari wherever you live.

If you're from North America, you might see some of these animals from our safari list: eagles, falcons, vultures, pelicans, other birds, lizards, and snakes. In certain areas, you might even see a buffalo or an alligator.

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Fun drawing idea: Next time you go to the zoo, bring a sketchbook and draw the animals you expect to see. Write your observations next to your drawing - things you saw the animal do, what it eats, and facts you learned at the zoo.

Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime? Grab your sketchbook and a pencil. It's time to go on a sketching safari!

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How to Draw an Elephant

The elephant is the largest land animal in the world. They live in herds and use their powerful trunks to pick up food, bring water to their mouths, and even knock down trees!

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How to Draw a Lion

Lions are known as the Kings of the Jungle. They live and hunt in groups called prides. The lion in this illustration is a male - it has a hairy mane around its neck.

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How to Draw a Tiger Face

The tiger is the largest cat in the world. It lives in various parts of Asia. Tame this roaring tiger with the help of our animal drawing guide!

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How to Draw a Cartoon Tiger

According to some surveys, the tiger is named "favorite animal" by more people than any other species. It is no wonder, as tigers are beautiful and mysterious. But they are also endangered. Raise awareness when you draw a tiger with the help of this guide.

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How to Draw an Eagle

Different types of eagles live all over the world. The bald eagle, like the one pictured in this drawing guide, can be seen across the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

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How to Draw a Cartoon Gorilla

Gorillas have long captured our imaginations, from King Kong to Tarzan to Mighty Joe Young. There is so much to learn about these amazing animals, which use tools and live in family groups.

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How to Draw a Cheetah

Cheetahs are the world's fastest land animals. While hunting, they can reach speeds of 70 miles per hour! Hurry up and draw this big cat before she gets away!

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How to Draw a Peacock

Peafowl are native to Asia and Africa. Since long ago, royal families and later other people around the world kept the beautiful birds as pets. The males have long, colorful tail feathers that they hold in a fan shape.

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How to Draw a Giraffe

Giraffes are the tallest land animals. They use their long necks to reach leaves at the tops of trees. But did you know? Giraffes have the same amount of neck bones as you do!

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How to Draw a Zebra

Zebras resemble white horses with black stripes. They travel in large herds, and the patterns act as a form of camouflage - the dizzying stripes confuse predators and make it hard to single out a zebra to hunt. But you won't be confused when you follow this easy drawing guide!

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How to Draw a Lion Head

The male line with its bushy mane is one of the most iconic animals of Africa. He also has a fearsome roar!

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How to Draw a Lizard

Wherever you go on safari, keep your eyes peeled for interesting lizards. In Africa, Asia, or Australia, you might see huge monitor lizards. But even in your backyard, small lizards likely scurry about.

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How to Draw a Buffalo

The buffalo or bison is one of the biggest land animals in North America. A century ago, they roamed the midwest in herds numbering into the billions. They were nearly hunted to extinction, but today they are making a comeback.

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How to Draw an Alligator or Crocodile

Can you tell the difference between an alligator and a crocodile? Alligators live in North America, while crocodiles live in Africa and Australia.

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How to Draw a Hippo

Hippopotamuses are large mammals that live in rivers in Africa. They travel in groups called herds or "bloats" - an apt name for groups of such a stocky animal! Despite their sharp tusks, hippos feed only on plants.

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How to Draw a Baby Lion

Baby lions are called cubs. Within a lion pride, many females may have cubs at the same time. They raise their cubs together in one big family group.

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How to Draw a Baby Tiger

There is nothing cuter than a baby tiger! Learn how to draw this adorable striped tiger cub.

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How to Draw a Baby Elephant

Lions and tigers and... baby elephants, oh my! That's one big baby... on the day it is born, an African elephant already weighs nearly 400 pounds.

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How to Draw a Baby Giraffe

Did you know? Unlike many animals, mother giraffes do not lay down when their babies are born. They stand, and the babies drop six feet to the ground! But don't worry, these sturdy babies can stand and even run within an hour of being born.

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How to Draw a Baby Bird

No matter where you live in the world, you can find a baby bird on your backyard safari. Look for busy mommy and daddy birds building nests and finding food during the spring and summer. Their babies are nearby!

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How to Draw a Rhino

Along with the elephant, lion, leopard, and buffalo, the rhinoceros is considered one of Africa's "Big Five." It is also one of the most endangered. In 2021, only two northern white rhinos remain - both are female, and no more will be born. When these two individuals are gone, this rhino species will become extinct.

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How to Draw a Jaguar

Jaguars are the big cats of South and Central America. Did you know? Their native range extends as far north as Texas in the United States!

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How to Draw a Rattlesnake

If you hear a rattling sound, watch out where you put your foot! This poisonous snake can be found throughout North America.

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How to Draw a Falcon

Falcons are small birds of prey that can be seen throughout the world. The peregrine falcon is the fastest animal in the world. It can dive at more than 200 miles per hour!

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How to Draw a Hyena

Hyenas are African animals known for making a sound like laughter. Hyenas are neither dogs nor cats, though they resemble both.

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How to Draw a Vulture

Vultures are the cleanup crews of the animal world. They live on every continent. Without them, the world would be a stinkier place!

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How to Draw a Gecko

Geckos are small animals that live in tropical regions around the world. Their feet are specially designed to let them climb up walls and even stick to smooth glass!

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How to Draw a Pelican

Pelicans are seabirds that live all over the world. They can carry fish in a pouch below their beaks.

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How to Draw a Lioness

Majestic male lions may get the glory, but lionesses do the hard work! Female lions do most of the hunting.

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How to Draw a Lion Roaring

If you hear this lion roar, you'd better take cover! He's on the hunt!

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How to Draw a Lemur

Leaping lemurs! Learn how to draw a ring tailed lemur.

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This coiled serpent is ready to strike! You will use overlapping lines to sketch the "S" curve of its long body, as well as the "Y" shape of its forked tongue.

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Draw this stripey seated tiger. Then, check out the roaring tiger drawing guide listed below.

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Realistic Elephant Head and Face

Have you ever come face to face with an elephant? Now you can! Notice the overlapping ridges of its face, its large ears, curled trunk, and pointed tusks.

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Easy Cartoon Lion

Lions are the epicenter of every safari. You can draw this cute maned lion seated on its haunches.

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Cartoon Hawk

Fly high with this fearsome cartoon hawk. He is perched - posed in a standing position with his wings at his sides. His eyes are fierce and his beak is open to emit his piercing cry.

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Easy Elephant Head and Face

Did you try the elephant tutorial above? Here's a simplified version. This easy drawing is great for beginners.

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Unique, contrasting markings make panda bears fun to sketch. This realistic drawing has a distinctly furry texture.

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Tiger Roaring

This fearsome tiger is announcing his presence with a thunderous roar! Sketch the striped fur and the snarling mouth.

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Monkey Face

Monkeys' faces have all the same parts that ours do - two eyes, two ears, a nose, and a mouth. But their exaggerated features give them a comical appearance!

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Gorilla Face

This portrait of the largest of the great apes can help you see how much we have in common with this intelligent animal.

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Safari Animals

The safari animal is a type of animal that lives in the Safari area. The Safari area is an area where animals live and roam freely. Learn how to draw safari animals with our step-by-step drawing instructions and the handy drawing printables.

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Drawing Ideas – African Safari Scene

Embark on a thrilling journey to the heart of a bustling Wildlife Safari Adventure, where the vibrant pulse of the wild beckons. The vast expanse of the savannah stretches out before you, its golden hues meeting the clear blue sky at the horizon. Here, the majestic elephant strides with quiet dignity, its presence a testament to the grandeur of nature. Nearby, a pride of lions rests in the shade of an acacia tree , their watchful eyes surveying the landscape. A giraffe gracefully reaches for the tender leaves of a tall tree, while a curious monkey watches from a nearby branch. The air vibrates with the calls of exotic birds, their vivid plumage a flash of color against the backdrop of the savannah. In the distance, a jeep trails a cloud of dust, its passengers eager for the next discovery. This scene is alive with the thrill of the wild, each element inviting you to capture its essence with your pencil and paper. As you prepare to bring this adventure to life on your canvas, let each stroke transport you closer to the untamed beauty of the safari.

Elements You Can Include in this African Safari Scene

  • How to Draw an Elephant – Capture the majestic presence of an elephant roaming the savannah. It’s a key element that adds to the grandeur of your safari landscape. Want more realism? Try drawing an African Elephant .
  • How to Draw a Lion – Illustrate the king of the jungle in a resting pose under the acacia tree, bringing the safari scene to life with its imposing demeanor.
  • How to Draw a Rhino – Add a touch of wilderness with a rhino, showcasing the diverse wildlife encountered on a safari adventure.
  • How to Draw a Giraffe Easily – Place a giraffe browsing the treetops, its long neck reaching for the leaves, to emphasize the variety of animal heights in your drawing.
  • How to Draw a Hippopotamus – Illustrate a hippopotamus submerged in a waterhole, adding a water element to your safari scene.
  • How to Draw a Zebra – Sketch a zebra with its distinctive stripes, adding contrast and interest to the scene with its unique patterns.
  • How to Draw a Tree – Trees are essential for creating the setting, providing shade and a backdrop for your animal subjects.
  • How to Draw a Jeep – Include a safari jeep to introduce a human element, suggesting adventure and exploration.
  • How to Draw a Monkey Step by Step – A monkey can be added for a playful touch, perhaps swinging from the trees or observing curiously from a branch.
  • How to Draw a Landscape – Use this tutorial to craft the vast expanse of the safari environment, setting the stage for your wildlife adventure.
  • How to Draw a Palm Tree – Palm trees can add a tropical or oasis feel to your scene, perfect for waterhole settings.
  • How to Draw a Bird Flying – Birds in flight can give your scene a dynamic feel, suggesting the freedom and vastness of the safari landscape.
  • How to Draw a Crocodile – A crocodile by the water’s edge introduces an element of danger and excitement.
  • How to Draw a Lion Head – A close-up of a lion’s head can be a focal point, showcasing the details and expression of this majestic animal.
  • How to Draw a Bird – Include various birds perched in trees or on the ground to add life and detail to the sky and land.
  • How to Draw a Cartoon Elephant – For a more whimsical or child-friendly safari scene, a cartoon elephant offers charm and fun.
  • How to Draw a Tree House – Though not traditional for a safari, a treehouse could suggest human interaction with nature in a harmonious way.
  • How to Draw a Desert Landscape – While not all safaris are in deserts, this landscape could be a backdrop for a more arid safari scene.
  • How to Draw a Birdhouse – Adding a birdhouse could introduce a human-made element that blends with nature, perhaps as part of a conservation effort.
  • How to Draw a Mountain Landscape – Mountains in the background can add depth and a sense of scale to your safari scene.
  • How to Draw a Baby Elephant – A baby elephant adds a cute factor, showcasing family dynamics in the animal kingdom.
  • How to Draw a Cartoon Monkey – Another whimsical addition, a cartoon monkey can add humor and playfulness to the scene.
  • How to Draw a Cartoon Lion – A cartoon lion can complement the cartoon elephant and monkey, creating a fun, family-friendly safari theme.
  • How to Draw a Birch Tree – Birch trees can diversify the types of trees in your scene, adding to the ecological variety.
  • How to Draw a Hummingbird – A hummingbird can add a splash of color and interest, illustrating the smaller wonders of the safari ecosystem.

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The outstretched arm of our tracker gestures towards some treetops a few hundred yards away: his ability to spot the seemingly invisible is astounding. Luke, our guide, cuts the engine of the Land Cruiser and turns around: “Can you see? Just through that clearing to the left.” 

Following his direction through my binoculars, I pick out the majestic-looking bird: dark brown head with tufted crown, white breast and piercing yellow eyes. Luke fills me in: “Sometimes nicknamed the ‘leopard of the air’, it’s a martial eagle, with a wingspan of up to 2.5m, one of the world’s largest birds of prey, and the largest in Africa.” This apex predator remains on its perch for a precious few minutes, then suddenly takes flight and disappears into the distance.

A pair of little bee-eaters

I’ve come to andBeyond’s Phinda Mountain Lodge in eastern South Africa on a birdwatching safari. The lodge sits in an elevated position with views across Phinda Private Game Reserve ’s 73,800 acres; its seven ecosystems offer an unusually varied habitat, from lush greenery to open savannah. The foothills of the low‑lying Lebombo mountains stretch 500 miles north into Mozambique, and the azure waters of the Indian Ocean lie just 20 miles east. 

Most guests are here for the big game, but an impressive 436 bird species also makes the reserve a popular birding destination, so andBeyond’s specialist itinerary allows me to indulge a lifelong hobby. 

Two great egrets and a grey heron perch in a tree above the Mvubu dam

Much of our first morning is hijacked by my enthusiasm to identify every bird we see, which means we get no further than 200 yards from the lodge in the first hour. But in the afternoon, we head directly to the dry sand forest, which is home to unusual endemic species.

A bright colour flashes by before perching on a small branch

Surrounded by an elephant exclusion fence, we leave the vehicle and set out on foot – as strict protocol dictates, our guide leads from the front with a high-calibre rifle in hand. Orchids and lichen grow in profusion, and some of the Lebombo wattle trees are believed to date back over 1,000 years. The dense vegetation makes getting a good view of the birds more challenging, but we still spot plenty, including African green pigeons, the paradise flycatcher with its unmistakably long tail feathers, and the crested barbet. Then we’re treated to the endemic pink-throated twinspot, a distinctive waxbill with a bright head and black chest with white spots. Extant in just a handful of other locations nearby, this is a favourite for many visiting birders.

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My bird knowledge – largely limited to the British Isles – is of little help here in South Africa, so my guide has been invaluable. However, I’ve also been given access to the world’s first AI-supported binoculars, released this year, which enable me to make positive IDs myself. The Swarovski Optik AX Visio (£3,820) combines high-end optics (10x32) with bird identification software. You get the desired bird in your sights, and at the press of a button a suggested species appears on the heads-up display. Behind the scenes, the binoculars are cross-checking the image and GPS coordinates against Merlin Bird ID’s extensive database of more than 8,000 bird species (Merlin’s app is divided up into groups, allowing you to download extra information on the species found in a given region; I installed the South Africa pack of 712 birds.)

A gulp of reed cormorants, egrets and African darters roost above the waters of the Mvubu dam

Making our way in the vehicle once again, we come across zebra with red-billed oxpeckers picking ticks and parasites from their backs. A little further on, we glimpse a southern fiscal; a black-and-white shrike that also goes by the name of butcher bird due to its habit of impaling its prey on acacia thorns for later consumption. Then, as we pass a small water source, a bright colour flashes by before perching on a small branch; it’s a malachite kingfisher. Meanwhile, a three-banded plover moves busily along the water’s edge, foraging for insects. Luke then spots its nest, which is little more than a shallow depression on the beach containing two small grey mottled eggs.

The author in the rare sand forest – in front of a centuries-old Lebombo wattle tree

Over the course of three days, the binoculars help me correctly identify 68 species of bird. Although there are a few, around 30, with which the technology struggled. Sometimes the bird is too far away, or it is obscured by twigs, or the image was blurred – but more often than not, with a good, clear view, the binoculars do an impressive job of identification. Moreover, because a photo is saved with each press of the button, I have a comprehensive photographic diary for later scrutiny.

A flock of white-faced whistling ducks

On my last day, as the sun drops low on the horizon, we stop at a clearing next to the waters of the Mvubu dam, which makes a sublime setting for sundowners. A handful of blue-cheeked bee-eaters flutter above the still waters, a flock of white-faced whistling ducks complete their final flyby, and the nearby hippos quieten their grunting for the night. Biltong and drinks polished off, we hop back in the vehicle and make our way under a starry night sky. Sitting back, I reflect on my first birding safari experience – spotting more than 100 bird species, taking in the big five along the way and myriad other wildlife, it’s been as rewarding a trip as I could have hoped for.

A blue-cheeked bee-eater

Fergus Scholes travelled as a guest of andBeyond , on an abbreviated version of its nine-night Beyond Average Birding in South Africa experience, which costs from £9,200pp sharing. Includes internal flights, dedicated safari vehicle and specialist birding guide, accommodation, laundry, meals and drinks, andbeyond.com. Guests will be able to book a pair of Swarovski Optik AX Visio binoculars from July, POA

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