10 Countries To See Lions In The Wild

10 AUG, 2023

Adhya Moona

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World Lion Day is observed on August 10 each year. World Lion Day was first established in 2013 by Big Cat Rescue, the world's largest sanctuary dedicated to lions.

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Tanzania without doubt is the best place to see lions in the wild. The Serengeti National Park is home to 4,000 lions.

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While lions are commonly spotted throughout the country, one of the best places to see them is Okavango Delta, a unique safari destination.

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Maasai Mara in Kenya is one of the most popular safari destinations in the world. The best place to see lions is in Maasai Mara National Reserve. 

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You can see lions in the wild in South Africa, which is known for its excellent national parks and nature reserves. 

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You can find the African species of lion roaming across the grasslands of Zambia. Around 1,200 lions are believed to reside in this country.

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India is home to the last remaining population of Asiatic lions. These majestic creatures can be found in Gir National Park in Gujarat.

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Approximately 800 lions are known to live in Namibia. While most roam about Etosha National Park, some live along the sun-corched Skeleton coast.

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Zimbabwe has a relatively large population of lions, with Hwange National Park being home to around 500 lions.

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Bouba Njida National Park is said to have around 80 lions. You can easily spot these big cats here.

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