Mary Fitzpatrick
Member of the SafariBookings Expert Panel
- Country:
United States
- Expert Reviews:
- 14 Reviews
Originally from the USA, Mary has been living, working and travelling in Africa for most of the past two decades. She is especially fond of East and Southern Africa, and it is here - especially in Tanzania, Mozambique and South Africa - where she has spent most of her time. Mary has authored many Africa travel guides for Lonely Planet, including Tanzania, South Africa - Lesotho & Swaziland, Africa, Southern Africa, East Africa, Watching Wildlife Southern Africa, Watching Wildlife East Africa, Mozambique and also has written for various newspapers and magazines.
Expert Reviews 14 – Written by Mary Fitzpatrick
- Kruger National Park 4/5
Wildlife Galore and Excellent Facilities
- Tanzania country review 5/5
Tanzania - Classic African Safari Destination
- Arusha National Park 3/5
Tiny, Green Gem in Mt Meru's Shadow
- Katavi National Park 4/5
Wildlife-Filled Wilderness
- Lake Manyara National Park 3/5
Elephants, Flamingos & Rift Valley Vistas
- Mahale Mountains National Park 5/5
Close-Up Chimpanzee Encounters & Stunning Scenery
- Mikumi National Park 3/5
Wildlife Watching Just off the Highway
- Mkomazi National Park 2/5
Arid Savannah Landscapes & Fabulous Birding
- Ngorongoro Crater 5/5
Wildlife-filled Crater & Magnificent Vistas
- Ruaha National Park 4/5
Elephants & Baobabs
- Saadani National Park 2/5
Wonderful Beach & Some Wildlife, Too
- Selous Game Reserve 5/5
Boat Safaris, Wild Dogs & Wilderness
- Serengeti National Park 5/5
One of Africa's Greatest Parks & the Annual Wildebeest Migration
- Tarangire National Park 3/5
Seasonal Elephant Migration, Baobabs, Tarangire River Views
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