Boone Safaris

08/23/2025

A few images from the last two morning game drives.

07/14/2025

07/14/2025

06/05/2025

You may have seen that a man was killed by a lioness recently in Namibia. He had climbed down from the tent on his vehicle to relieve himself during the night. The article on social media stated he was staying at a luxury camp. This is not true. He was camping near a luxury lodge. Had he been in a luxury lodge there would have been a bathroom in his room/tent. Our camps also have guards outside your tent to ward off any wildlife that wander into camp. While it is unsettling to hear lions roaring in the early morning, they are not as close as they sound. I've never had an incident that a lion came into camp. They are naturally fearful of humans.
Sharing space with wild animals heightens the senses. The encounters in which I have experienced fear on safari are few and far between. But the time a hippo chased our boat or the rhino charged the vehicle...those are the times I truly felt alive.
If you follow our guidance there is almost zero chance something like what happened to this poor fellow will happen to you on safari.
I asked chatgtp what the chances of being attacked by a lion on safari are. Here is the reply:
The chances of being attacked by a lion on a professionally guided safari are extremely low—virtually negligible. Here's why:
🔒 Why It's Safe:
Professional Guides: Trained guides understand lion behavior and keep a safe distance.
Wildlife Habituation: Lions in parks are used to safari vehicles and usually ignore them.
Strict Rules: Safari guests are required to stay inside vehicles where lions don’t perceive them as threats or prey.
Rare Incidents: Attacks are exceptionally rare and almost always involve breaking safety rules (e.g., exiting the vehicle or approaching on foot without a guide).
📊 Perspective:
The risk of a lion attack is lower than being injured in a car accident on the way to the airport.
Most lion-related incidents involve poachers or locals living in close proximity, not tourists.
🚶Walking Safaris:
Still very safe when done with an armed and certified guide.
You are briefed thoroughly on behavior and how to respond if encountering dangerous wildlife.
🧠 Bottom Line:
As long as you follow your guide’s instructions, your odds of being attacked by a lion are practically zero. It’s a safe and unforgettable way to witness wild lions in their natural habitat.

05/30/2025

New blog.

I just read a post on the Yellowstone page. A woman said she would like to visit Yellowstone but wouldn’t go if there was a chance of seeing an animal being killed. I know—it’s kind of a strange post. She said she loves animals and couldn’t bear to see one get killed. To me, that’...

05/30/2025

https://www.boonesafaris.com/post/is-business-class-worth-the-cost

This is a question I ask myself each year when I book flights to Africa. When I started going to Africa, it was always in coach. I just couldn't justify the extra cost for business after spending a lot on my trip. But, as I've gotten older my decision is no longer between coach and business. I'm don...

05/28/2025

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05/26/2025

White rhino facing an incoming storm. Ol Pajeta, Kenya. July 2025.

10/31/2024

May 18 was first full day in the Okavango Delta. A sable mating was not on the agenda. Afternoon game drive by boat through the flooded delta was awesome.

10/30/2024

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I've added some short videos to the website. Thanks Chuck Bryan, Jay Joiner, Art and Jan Barry!

Welcome to Boone Safaris, where we lead unforgettable small group safaris to some of Africa's most incredible destinations. Our safaris are designed to immerse you in the local culture and environment, while creating a community among travelers.  Join us on a life-changing safari and understand why...

10/30/2024

May 17 is the day we arrived in the Okavango Delta. Duke's Camp was amazing.