Binoculars for Safaris

Probably the most important item that you can take with you on safari is a good pair of binoculars. You have come all this way to see Africa's stunning wildlife, so it makes sense that you get the best possible view of it.

A good safari binocular is slightly different to one that is purely optimized for wildlife observation as they have to be good for wildlife viewing, more than decent bird watching binoculars and be great to travel with.

Safari Binocular Web sites

Two really good explanations as to what makes a good safari binocular can be found on the external links below:

Below are some of the best binoculars for safaris.


Bushnell 10x42 NatureView BinocularsBushnell 10x42 NatureView Binoculars

Definitely some of the best value for money binoculars available. Optimized for outdoor and nature observation, these Bushnell NatureViews make great safari binoculars and so if you are looking for a great value full size safari binoculars these could be just what you are looking for.

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Steiner 12x30 Wildlife Pro
Steiner 12x30 Wildlife Pro Binoculars Excellent 12x magnification, lightweight and tough: Wildlife Pro Binoculars, perfect Wildlife and Safari binoculars.

Swarovski 10x32 EL Binoculars
Swarovski 10x32 EL Binoculars These Swarovski's are quite possibly the best safari binoculars binoculars available.

 

Bushnell 10x42 NatureView BinocularsNikon 9x25 Travelite V Binoculars

Compact Porro Prism binoculars with a really interesting 9x magnification. This is an ideal entry level compact binocular to take on safari as the 9x magnification version has the same field of view as the 8x Travelite, which is ideal for birdwatching, but with slightly more power, which makes them also apealing to those looking out for game on the vast plains of Africa.

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Bushnell 10x42 NatureView BinocularsNikon Monarch 8x42 ATB Binoculars

Nikon's most popular range of binoculars combine quality and performance at a price point that has made Monarch ATB binoculars one of the best selling ranges of binoculars in the world. These are bright, have high-resolution Nikon optics combined with an ultra-rugged lightweight body and all at a great price, it is easy to see why these are so popular.

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Birdwatching binoculars>Birdwatching binoculars:

Whilst you can enjoy birds without them, binoculars along with your bird book are the most essential tools to any bird watcher. But which pair is right for you, I review some of the best, cheapest, lightest, smallest, strongest birding binoculars in the market and what features to look out for when choosing your next set >> Binoculars for Birding.