Best African Safari Tours: Our Top 10 Picks
Planning an African safari can be overwhelming, with so many incredible wildlife-viewing destinations to explore. To make things a little bit easier, we’ve put together 10 of our top adventures across the south and east of the continent. It includes family safaris in Botswana and couple escapes in South Africa, as well as a classic tour along one of Tanzania’s most iconic safari circuits.
This nine-day safari tour in Zimbabwe provides an introduction to three of the country’s most popular destinations - Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park and Mana Pools National Park. Begin by marvelling at the powerful cascades of “The Smoke That Thunders” while enjoying some of the adrenalin-fuelled activities on and around the Zambezi River.
From Victoria Falls, travel to the golden plains of Hwange National Park to spot its large herds of elephants and follow in the footsteps of predatory lions. End your journey exploring the UNESCO World Heritage-listed landscapes of Mana Pools National Park, with the opportunity to spot hippos and Nile crocodiles on guided canoe safaris.
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Journey from the colourful streets of Cape Town to the watery wonderland of the Okavango Delta on this 13-day safari through Southern Africa. Explore the museums and waterfront districts of Cape Town before riding the cable car to the top of Table Mountain. Then travel east to spend three days spotting the “Big Five” in Sabi Sand Game Reserve on the edge of Kruger National Park.
From South Africa, head north to witness the majesty that is Victoria Falls, which cascades more than 100 metres into the waters of the Zambezi River. Experience some of the thrilling activities available surrounding “The Smoke That Thunders” before continuing on to the Moremi Game Reserve in Botswana. End your journey exploring the tranquil waters of the Okavango Delta by mokoro canoe.
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Discover the best that Botswana, Zimbabwe and Namibia have to offer on this 17-day safari through Southern Africa. Begin in the spellbindingly beautiful Okavango Delta where you’ll spend four days wildlife spotting from a traditional mokoro canoe. Then continue to Victoria Falls to watch as one of the world’s most spectacular cascades plunges into the waters of the Zambezi River.
From the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia, travel west to spend the rest of the trip exploring the enchanting landscapes of Namibia. Witness the towering dunes of Sossusvlei and the surreal trees of Dead Vlei before getting active in the adrenalin capital of Swakopmund. Travel through ruggedly beautiful Damaraland before ending your trip wildlife spotting in Etosha National Park.
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Adventurous and discerning travelers.
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Travel from Cape Town to Kruger on this 12-day luxury tour through South Africa. Begin in beautiful Cape Town and spend your first four nights staying at the V&A Waterfront, with optional visits to Robben Island, Table Mountain and the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Then travel through the sun-drenched vineyards of the Cape Winelands to indulge in gourmet dining and wine-tasting experiences in Franschhoek.
On Day 8, fly east to the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, an exclusive wildlife-viewing destination on the edge of Kruger National Park. Embark on thrilling game drives and guided walks to spot zebras, giraffes and wild dogs, as well as the sought-after “Big Five”.
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Embark on a classic safari along the Northern Circuit during this 8-day adventure through Tanzania, including a few days on the blissful beaches of Zanzibar. From Arusha, travel to Tarangire National Park to experience one of the world’s largest concentrations of elephants and spot some of the area’s 550 recorded bird species.
Spend two nights in Karatu where you’ll meet the tribal groups of Mto wa Mbu and explore scenic Lake Manyara National Park, renowned for its baboons, flamingos and tree-climbing lions. Spot the “Big Five” in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ngorongoro Crater before ending your journey with your feet sunk into the white sands of Zanzibar Island.
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Tick off some of Northern Tanzania’s most famous wildlife-viewing destinations and one of the Great Migration’s iconic spectacles on this 8-day safari adventure. From the gateway town of Arusha, travel into Tarangire National Park to spot its huge herds of elephants, wildebeests and zebras before exploring “Africa’s Garden of Eden”, the UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Crater.
Then continue through the Central Serengeti to the banks of the Mara River where thousands of wildebeests and zebras attempt to outwit awaiting crocodiles each year. Often referred to as the “World Cup of Wildlife”, this natural spectacle is a sight to behold and always a photography favourite. The Mighty Mara River Crossing Safari is best experienced between July and October.
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Explore the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater and the iconic Serengeti before spotting gorillas in Rwanda on this 10-day safari from Arusha. Spend four nights on Tanzania’s Northern Circuit, with the opportunity to spot the “Big Five” on thrilling game drives. Descend into the spellbindingly beautiful Ngorongoro Crater and follow in the footsteps of the Great Migration across the savannah of the Serengeti.
Then continue to Volcanoes National Park for an unforgettable experience getting up close to mountain gorillas. Following a guided trek through old-growth forest, you’ll come face-to-face with these magnificent creatures and learn about their unique behaviours and social structure. End your trip in Kigali with a visit to its poignant Genocide Memorial.
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Adventurous and discerning travelers.
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Immerse yourself in two of Kenya’s top wildlife reserves on this 8-day safari from Nairobi. Begin on the banks of the Ewaso Ng'iro River in the Samburu National Reserve, a breathtaking wilderness that’s home to a unique array of wildlife. In addition to black and white rhinos, keep your eyes peeled for the “Samburu Special Five”, which includes reticulated giraffe, Grevy's zebra, beisa oryx, Somali ostrich and gerenuk.
After learning about the traditions and customs of the Samburu people, continue to the legendary Maasai Mara where you’ll spend two days exploring during morning and late afternoon game drives. End your adventure at the Giraffe Manor near Nairobi, which is famed for its interactive experiences.
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Experience the diversity of Botswana on this 9-day family safari, taking in the magical Okavango Delta and the strikingly beautiful Kalahari Desert. Spend four days in the Moremi Game Reserve and the Okavango Delta, with kid-friendly activities that include mokoro canoe trips and guided walks to spot elephants, giraffes and hippos.
Then continue to a private concession bordering the Makgadikgadi Pans in the Kalahari Desert. In addition to action-packed quad-bike adventures and thrilling game drives, you’ll get to meet and interact with the indigenous San Bushmen for a cultural experience like no other.
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Spend 13 days exploring the diverse landscapes of Namibia on this self-drive adventure from Windhoek. Travel to the Omboroko Mountains on the Waterberg Plateau to spot big predatory cats before continuing to the wildlife haven that is Etosha National Park. Embark on thrilling game drives by day, then watch as wildlife congregate around the park’s watering holes at night.
On Day 6, make your way to Damaraland, a ruggedly beautiful area that’s renowned for its ancient rock art. Enjoy a day soaking up the seaside charm of colonial Swakopmund before continuing to the surreal desert landscapes of Namib-Naukluft National Park. On guided walks, learn about the desert-adapted species that thrive here and marvel at the soaring dunes of Sossusvlei.
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Adventurous and discerning travelers.
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