Africa Tours and Safaris
- Masai Mara National Park (Kenya)
- Victoria Falls (Zambia/Zimbabwe)
- Mt. Kilimanjaro (Tanzania)
- Lalibela (Ethiopia)
- Okavango Delta (Botswana)
- Namib Desert (Namibia)
- Marrakesh (Morocco)
- Valley of the Kings (Egypt)
- Mountain Gorillas (Uganda)
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.
Mt Kilimanjaro Group Trek—Machame 8-Day Route (DTM8)
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!
Highlights: Witnessing the curvature of the earth from the roof of Africa, Trekking past verdant forests and silent glaciers on the way to Uhuru Peak.
Tanzania Camping Adventure (DTWE)
Witness big game on open savannah and experience the stunning beauty of the Great 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 animals 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 Five.
Highlights: Exploring Tanzania's best game parks, meeting the Masai, savouring traditional cuisine in a local village
- Trip Style:
- Classic
- Trip Type:
- Small Group
- Service Level:
- Camping
- Physical Grading:
- 2
Kenya & Tanzania Overland (DKTO)
Nairobi's convenient international airport is your gateway to this 10-day adventure that serves up all of Africa's wildness for a decidedly mild price. Here, you'll head out across the acacia-spotted savannah of the Serengeti and the plains of the majestic Masai Mara in search of the Big Five. Our overland truck and smaller 4x4 safari vehicles will ferry you through the incredible scenery of Kenya and Tanzania safely and in good spirits — and camping will keep you close to the action. With this much stunning African wilderness so close at hand, expect your shutter finger to get a hefty workout.
Highlights: Encountering the wildlife of the famous Masai Mara and Serengeti ecosystem, photographing legions of flamingos at Lake Nakuru National Park, viewing wildlife in the Ngorongoro Crater from 4x4 safari vehicles.
Mt Kilimanjaro Group Trek - Marangu Route (DTKM)
At 5895m, Mt Kilimanjaro is Africa's highest peak and this adventure along the Marangu Route will get you to the top safely, quickly and with your budget in mind. Overnight in mountain huts and awake ready to conquer the slopes. As a leader in Kili treks, we'll take you to new heights in adventure on your way to the roof of Africa. Affectionately known as the Coca-Cola Route, Marangu covers forests, moorlands and 'The Saddle', a high-altitude desert, on its way to Kibo Hut. This is the easiest route to summit—with a catch. The trail is well maintained but because of the quick ascent, the success rate is not as high as other routes.
Highlights: Sleeping in mountain huts on the way to the top, witnessing Africa from atop its highest mountain.
Mt Kilimanjaro Group Trek - Rongai Route (DTKR)
Conquer Africa's highest peak from the drier, northern side of the mountain. Follow the Rongai route, climbing the mountain from the North and descending via the popular Marangu route with its diverse climate zones and stunning views. This route's gentle approach has a high success rate due to the slow ascent. You'll camp beside the only lake on the mountain and enjoy spectacular views over Kenya's Amboseli Plains. Local guides, cooks and porters will provide support during your trek and at campsites along the way.
Highlights: Following a lesser trekked path up Kilimanjaro, Walking through ever-changing ecosystems towards the summit
Mt Kilimanjaro Group Trek - Machame 9 Day Route (DTM9)
Experience the splendour of Kili with an extra day to acclimatize on your way to the summit of Africa's highest peak. Considered by many to be the most scenic path to the summit, the Machame boasts different routes to the summit and back. 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!
Highlights: Standing atop the world's highest free-standing mountain, Taking in all the stunning scenery that Africa's highest mountain has to offer, Having an extra day to acclimatize.
Tanzania Camping Safari (DTWA)
Witness big game on open savannah and experience the 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 culture in a short amount of time. Our vehicles minimize drive times and improve your chances of snapping that perfect shot of one of Africa’s elusive Big Five.
Highlights: Photographing wildlife, interacting with Masai people, savouring a traditional lunch in a local community.
Mt. Kilimanjaro Private Trek - Lemosho Route (TDTKLB)
Take the challenging and less travelled Lemosho route up to the highest peak in Africa, considered by many to be the most beautiful path up the western breach of the mountain to the Shira Plateau. This adventure starts off with a few long days as you gain altitude, and has several days built in to help you acclimatize, improving your chances of making the summit. Enjoy the climb through magnificent forests and moorland, and emerge into high alpine deserts as you enjoy spectacular views along the way to the summit.
Highlights: Taking in all stunning scenery that Africa's highest mountain has to offer, Summiting to Uhuru peak at sunrise via Stella Point, Camping along the way.
Mt. Kilimanjaro Private Trek - Marangu Route (TDTKMB)
Mt Kilimanjaro is Africa's highest peak, the tallest freestanding mountain in the world and the ambition of avid trekkers everywhere. Follow the famous Marangu Route, ascending through a number of different vegetation and climate zones affording fantastic views, so that every day is not only challenging but also unique and rewarding. This trek of five days, assisted by our experienced team of guides and porters, is highlighted by reaching the summit of Uhuru as the sun rises over the savannah!
Highlights: Summiting Uhuru peak at sunrise, gazing out across Africa from its highest mountain.
Mt. Kilimanjaro Private Trek - Rongai Route (TDTKRB)
Conquer the tallest freestanding mountain in the world: Mt Kilimanjaro. Follow the Rongai route, climbing the mountain from the north and descending down the popular Marangu route. Your trek up Kili takes you through a number of different vegetation zones, offering fantastic views every step of the way. This is a trek of six days, assisted by our experienced team of guides and porters. The highlight? Reaching the summit at dawn and watching the sun rise over the savannah below.
Highlights: Taking in all stunning scenery that Africa's highest mountain has to offer, Summiting to Uhuru peak at sunrise via Gillman's point, Camping along the way.
Mt. Kilimanjaro Private Trek - Machame Route 8 Day (TDTM8B)
One of Africa's most magnificent sights, Mt Kilimanjaro, stands at a majestic 5895m above sea level. This nearly perfectly shaped volcano is Africa's highest peak and the ambition of trekkers from around the globe! The Machame considered by many to be the most scenic of its paths. Climb through magnificent forests and moorland, and emerge into the high alpine deserts as you catch glimpses of immense mountain walls, glaciers and ice fields—all en route towards our final goal—the peak!
Highlights: Taking in all stunning scenery that Africa's highest mountain has to offer, Summiting to Uhuru peak at sunrise via Stella Point, Camping along the way.
