It was quite an experience seeing the animals in the natural environment. I was on a safari of one. I tried to join a tour, but there wasn't an open spot or the dates didn't work. I rented a car in Windhoek (sp)and headed for Etosha, about 900 miles round trip, including the park. They drive on the other side of the rode here, I had a 5 speed manual shift, the hardest part was trying to read/follow directions and concentrate on staying left.It should be a 4.5 hour drive. It took me 8 hours Anyhow, you tour the park in your vehicle or on a tour guide vehicle. Its a massive park, approximately 450 miles of fencing to enclose the perimeter. They provide you with a map and the locations of the watering holes where the animals usually gather. I spent 2 days driving around the park viewing the animals, it was great experience.
