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Africa Tours
- Mountain Gorillas (Uganda)
- Valley of the Kings (Egypt)
- Marrakesh (Morocco)
- Namib Desert (Namibia)
- Okavango Delta (Botswana)
- Lalibela (Ethiopia)
- Mt. Kilimanjaro (Tanzania)
- Victoria Falls (Zambia/Zimbabwe)
- Masai Mara National Park (Kenya)
Africa. Travel here is as different from north to south as it is east to west. From Casablanca to Cape Town, Africa offers some of the greatest secrets and travellers' treasures to be found anywhere on earth. The inhabitants, both human and otherwise are no less diverse - Africa is home to modern cities and nomadic villages alike. Whether you're after a peaceful sunrise while on an Africa safari, a camel trek with Berber tribesmen, or a photo op with mountain gorillas, Africa will touch you deeply and beckon you to return again and again.
Cape Town to Nairobi (DCN)
Highlights: Seeing the 'Big 5' from 4x4 safari vehicles, experiencing cosmopolitan Cape Town, spice plantations, and the immense Fish River Canyon, cruising in dug-out canoes, gazing ...
Marvel at the world's highest sand dunes, float through the Okavango in a dug-out mokoro canoe and meet the San Bushmen in the blazing Kalahari Desert on this epic overland adventure. Journey across nearly half of the African continent—from the southern tip of Africa to Kenya—and soak up the vibrant colours, culture and scenery of seven countries. Our overland trucks are an adventurous and inexpensive way to enjoy the region’s intriguing combination of wilderness and bright city lights, while camping under Africa’s big sky will provide a unique perspective. Take the road less traveled and come away with jaw-dropping photographs and a deeper understanding of this incredible continent.
Nairobi to Joburg Overland (DKBJ)
Highlights: Spotting the 'Big 5' from 4x4 safari vehicles, inhaling the aromas of a spice plantation, snorkelling Zanzibar's waters, getting the heart pumping at Lake Malawi, ...
Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Kruger National Park, Lake Malawi, Zanzibar, Victoria Falls—we originally called this trip ‘Africa Complete,’ but those pesky lawyers made us change it. While it may not feature all of Africa, it’s still pretty darn close: Wildlife safaris, cultural contact, rugged landscapes and natural landmarks spread across six incredible countries. And with supremely knowledgeable CEOs, meals prepared from fresh local produce and starlit camping stays, you’ll gain a kinship with this land and its people you won’t find anywhere else.
Tanzania Safari Experience (DTTS)
Highlights: Viewing wildlife in Tanzania's best reserves, exploring rural communities, tasting a local lunch, visiting Olduvai Gorge, meeting the Masai people.
As the home of Olduvai Gorge, the world’s most treasured paleontological site, it’s safe to say humans have been coming to Tanzania forever. So, where’ve you been? Seamlessly blending out-there access with stylish comfort, this trip brings you close to wonders like Lake Manyara, the Ngorongoro Crater, the plains of Serengeti and the ‘Big 5’ before returning you to a cozy safari lodge or comfort-minded tented camp. True, it’s not exactly the way homo erectus did it, but that’s what evolution is all about, no?
Kruger, Falls & Zimbabwe (DZKF)
Highlights: Spotting the 'Big 5' in Kruger National Park, gazing out across Victoria Falls, walking in search of rhinos and searching for wildlife from a 4x4 ...
When it comes to raw, in-your-face wildness, southern Africa can’t be topped. This trip offers a fully immersive, unyieldingly authentic experience of the natural and cultural wonders of this incredible region. In Zimbabwe’s Matobo National Park, you’ll track rhinos on foot and the resident wildlife an open-vehicle game drive, capture the ‘Big 5’ (with your camera, of course) in South Africa’s Kruger National Park, and witness the unique traditional dances of the Shangaan people. This isn’t a taste of Africa; it’s a full-course meal—with seconds.
Ghana Untouched (DGGU)
Highlights: Witnessing the Ashanti Akwasidae festival, meeting witches and the Tonga Oracle, exploring Accra's National museum and cultural highlights, visiting a monkey sanctuary, meeting African spiritual ...
Get off the beaten track and explore the traditions and tribes of villages far removed from the developed world for an immersive cultural encounter that few travellers get to experience. This 13-day adventure provides a great introduction to West Africa’s traditions. Explore its amazing landscape and awe-inspiring wildlife and learn about the spiritual traditions of the region—voodoo. With some nights spent camping in the bush, your accommodation will provide for an authentic travel experience—and keep you at the heart of the action. An expert CEO will guide you through Ghana’s stunning landscape and bridge the language gap, ensuring you come away with deep insight into the origins of Africa’s mystical animist religions.
Kenya Camping Safari (DKWA)
Highlights: Exploring Samburu and Masai Mara, two of Kenya's best game parks and reserves, taking in views of Great Rift Valley, photographing flamingoes at Lake Nakuru.
From dramatic savannahs to the Great Rift Valley, experience Kenya in all its glory. Travel the vast open plains and rolling hills of the Masai Mara and scour the wilderness for Africa’s ‘Big 5’. Full service camping under the big African sky will bring you closer to the region’s wildlife and gets you off the beaten path so you can really experience this land's unique culture. Our small safari vehicles minimize drive times and improve your chances of snapping that perfect shot of some of the most amazing animals on the planet.
Mt. Kilimanjaro Group Trek - Machame 8 Day Route (DTM8)
Highlights: Taking in all stunning scenery that Africa's highest mountain has to offer, Summiting to Uhuru peak at sunrise via Stella Point.
Possibly the most scenic route to the summit, Machame boasts different paths to the summit and back. Emerge onto high alpine deserts with amazing views of ice fields, all en route to Uhuru, peak of Mt Kilimanjaro! Known as the 'Whiskey Route', this path leads you through magnificent forests to gain a ridge leading through moorland to the Shira Plateau. It offers great scenery beneath the glaciated precipices of the Southern Icefields before summiting from the higher Barafu Camp. Camp along the route with support from local guides and porters. As a world leader in Kili treks, we'll take you to new heights in adventure!
Tanzania Camping Adventure (DTWE)
Highlights: Exploring Tanzania's best game parks, learning of the history of man at the Olduvai Gorge, meeting the Masai and savouring traditional cuisine.
Witness big game on open savannah and experience the stunning beauty of the Rift Valley. Led by a certified safari guide, you'll journey to Tanzania in search of phenomenal wildlife in its natural habitat. Full service camping will bring you closer to the region’s wildlife and is an economical way to gain insight into local cultures in a short amount of time. Our small safari vehicles minimize drive times and improve your chances of snapping that perfect shot of one of the elusive 'Big 5'.
Zanzibar to Nairobi Adventure (DTZN)
Highlights: Inhaling the aromas of a Zanzibar spice plantation, snorkelling crystal clear waters, witnessing Mt. Kilimanjaro, searching for the 'Big 5' in the Serengeti and the ...
From the buzz of Zanzibar’s markets to the excitement of tracking Africa’s ever-elusive ‘Big 5’ across the Serengeti, feel the pulse of Africa on this ten-day journey. Visit spice plantations and relax on the beach, then head inland and explore the incomparable wildlife and scenery of the Ngorongoro Crater and the open savannah by small safari vehicle. Our unique overland truck will get you through the incredible scenery comfortably and safely—and some camping will keep you at the heart of the action. Our CEO will lead the way and share with you the hidden gems will have your camera’s shutter working overtime.
Victoria Falls to Nairobi Adventure (DVN)
Highlights: Tracking the 'Big 5' across the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater in agile 4x4 safari vehicles, chilling out at Lake Malawi, exploring Victoria Falls and ...
Inhale the fragrant perfume of Zanzibar’s spice plantations, hunt for the perfect snapshot of the ever-elusive 'Big 5’, feel the thunder of Victoria Falls—uncover the spectacular highlights of four African countries on this stellar twenty-day adventure. Enjoy an intriguing combination of stunning wilderness and bright city lights from the comfort of our overland truck and camp under the big African sky for a unique perspective of this majestic land. With a unique itinerary that offers plenty of options, uncover all that this diverse region has to offer.
Dunes, Deltas and Falls (DZLD)
Highlights: Tracking the 'Big 5', witnessing Victoria Falls, cruising the Chobe River at sunset, camping in African wilderness, meeting the San bushmen, trying adrenaline activities, soak ...
If you want to soak up the colours, culture and scenery of this incredible region, this is the ultimate expedition into southwestern Africa. Experience game drives, leave footprints on the world's highest sand dunes, wonder at the majesty of Victoria Falls and canoe game-rich deltas. Our overland trucks are an adventurous and inexpensive way to see the highlights while wilderness camping will bring you closer to the region’s wildlife—drift off to sleep to the call of cranes and awake to the rustle of elephants grazing on nearby riverbanks.
Kenya Safari Experience (DKKS)
Highlights: Exploring the Masai Mara and incredible game reserves, photographing countless flamingos at Lake Nakuru, taking in views of Mt Kilimanjaro at Amboseli, enjoying the experience ...
If you’re of the opinion that ‘safari’ doesn’t have to be synonymous with ‘roughing it,’ have we got an adventure for you! Designed for travellers who long to get out into the thick of Kenya’s game parks and reserves by day and sleep in a cozy bed by night, this trip maximizes both wildlife access and creature comforts. Witness thousands of flamingos stopping for a drink in Lake Nakuru, explore the vast plains of the Masai Mara National Reserve and gaze in awe at the peaks of Kilimanjaro in the distance from Amboseli National Park. Maximum Africa—minimal sweat.
Kenya & Uganda Gorilla Adventure (DKKU)
Highlights: Having a close encounter with a mountain gorilla, search for the 'Big 5' in Queen Elizabeth National Park, photographing flamingoes, feeling alive rafting the Nile ...
Meet mountain gorillas and the other amazing wildlife on this two-week overland adventure. Spot wildlife in Queen Elizabeth National Park and join experienced trackers and travel deep into the Uganda’s forests for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to spot endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Our overland trucks are an adventurous and inexpensive way to see the highlights while wilderness camping will keep you in the thick of the action. Experience a world apart as you encounter the colourful cultures and wild landscapes of Kenya and Uganda.
Masai Mara Safari Experience (TDKMMC)
Highlights: Looking for and snapping photos of extraordinary wildlife in the Masai Mara Game Reserve, Enjoying the experience at a comfortable safari lodge.
- Trip Style:
- Independent
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 2
Travel through the Great Rift Valley on to our safari lodge in Kenya's premier wildlife reserve—the Masai Mara. Explore diverse wilderness crossing rolling plains spotted with famous acacia trees. Your game drives are spread out over all three days, with excellent chances of seeing the 'Big 5'—lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant and rhino. The varied wildlife and natural environment, in addition to the culture of the local Masai people, come together to provide a spectacular lodge safari experience.
Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Safari (TDTSNC)
Highlights: Search out and photograph diverse wildlife in Tanzania's best game parks and Learn of the history of Man at the Olduvai Gorge.
- Trip Style:
- Independent
- Service Level:
- Comfort
- Physical Grading:
- 2
The perfect safari for the independent traveller. Tour the best known game parks in Tanzania in search of the 'Big 5'—lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo. Experience breathtaking views of East Africa's Great Rift Valley, the wide-open and endless Serengeti plains, and the wildlife haven of the Ngorongoro Crater. See phenomenal wildlife in its natural habitat, while enjoying your evenings in comfortable safari lodges. This is Tanzania at its best!
Delta, Falls & Kruger (DAFK)
Highlights: Experiencing the Panoramic Route, Victoria Falls and the salt pans of Makgadikgadi, witnessing rhinos in a sanctuary and wildlife in Kruger and Chobe National Parks, ...
From South Africa, through Botswana and into Zambia, track exotic wildlife across stunning scenery in comfortable vehicles and explore the Okavango by dug-out mokoro canoe. At night, fall asleep to the songs of the wilderness as you camp underneath big African skies. Our expert CEO will take the hassle out of planning and help you find the secluded spots only the locals know, leaving you free to enjoy the scenery and wildlife. From the teeming wilderness of Kruger National Park to the stunning views of legendary Victoria Falls, this is a true African adventure!
Kruger Camping Adventure (DAKA)
Highlights: Encountering wildlife in Kruger National Park, viewing scenic landscapes along the Panorama Route, witnessing a traditional dance and testing homemade food.
A classic five-day wilderness adventure that can be enjoyed on its own or as the perfect add-on to another trip. Track the 'Big 5' through the stunning wilderness of world-renowned Kruger National Park—one of the largest and most diverse wildlife areas in Africa. Add to the mix a visit to the village of Shalati to meet the beneficiaries of a Planeterra project, an up-close encounter with the region's rhythms, a traditional dinner—and you have a complete camping experience.
Kruger & Swazi Overland (DAKZ)
Highlights: Enjoying the scenery of the Panoramic Route, the culture of tiny villages and crocs in St. Lucia Estuary, spotting the 'Big 5' in Kruger National ...
In Africa, the cultural exchange rate is always favourable. This eye-opening journey into South Africa and Swaziland promises ample face-time with the region’s famed wildlife and life-changing contact with the people who make this land their home. Here, you’ll marvel at hippopotami in their natural habitat, dine on traditional cuisine prepared with care by villagers and meet the beneficiaries of Planeterra’s efforts in the region. And with a reliable team of knowledgeable CEOs on hand at all times, your comfort zone will expand by miles.
South Africa & Swazi Quest (DASQ)
Highlights: Spotting the 'Big 5' in Kruger and other game parks and reserves, visiting local villages and cosmopolitan Cape Town, searching for resident wildlife in the ...
The unvarnished grandeur of South Africa is on display in this comprehensive exploration of one of the continent’s most diverse and fascinating destinations. Wildlife and Africa’s incredible culture is at a premium on this tour—from the coastal shores of Tsitsikamma to extensive game drives in Addo Elephant National Park and the famed Kruger. You’ll also have the chance to visit a traditional Swazi village, explore modern Cape Town, and follow the glorious Garden Route. Add in knowledgeable CEOs and some of the best camp meals you’ve ever tasted and you’ve got a recipe for adventure par excellence.
Madagascar Experience (DMHM)
Highlights: Searching for lemurs and learning about the endemic flora and fauna in Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Anja Reserve and other reserves, visiting several workshops.
Wild landscapes, village culture, beaches—Madagascar might be an island but there’s nothing small about it. For those who like to get remote, this isolated island is packed with wildlife, landscapes and people you’ll find nowhere else. And everybody loves lemurs. You’ll get to embrace local life but still have time to relax at the beach. Best of all, there’s always a local CEO there to lead the way and provide a link to the unusual and extraordinary.
Victoria Falls to Nairobi Adventure (DVN)
20 days |
