Elephant, lion, leopard, rhinoceros and buffalo: these are the five species commonly referred to as the “Big Five” in the world of safaris. They represent the five big game everyone longs to see at least once while travelling in Africa. The fact is that if you have a good guide and are truly open to exploring, there are hundreds of animals to see and discover in Africa. The expression “Big Five” has become common in safari parlance, but if you know and love Africa or want to discover it for the first time, the natural environment, exploration and adventure are what make a safari truly special.