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Top African Safari Vacations

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Safari vacations in Africa are just as diverse as the continent itself, though these types of trips typically require a large sum of money. Whether you want to spend a few days gorilla trekking in Uganda or a couple weeks spotting the "big five" – lions, leopards, African elephants, rhinos and Cape buffalos – in South Africa, you'll find an array of experiences to suit your needs. To help you narrow down your options, U.S. News compiled a list of 12 can't-miss African safari tours. Read on to find your once-in-a-lifetime trip.

Note: Some of the African countries visited by tours in this article may require travelers to get an entry visa and certain vaccinations (particularly yellow fever) in order to visit. Jump to the list of visa and vaccination requirements by country for more information.

&Beyond: Kings of the Jungle Tour

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Length: 10 days Starting price: $14,265

Visitors who don't want to sacrifice creature comforts while on safari will appreciate &Beyond's diverse offerings across numerous African destinations. For a classic safari, consider the tour operator's 10-day Kings of the Jungle tour, where travelers will see breathtaking natural wonders like Ngorongo Crater and the Maasai Mara savannah with its elephants and cheetahs. Arguably, the highlight of this journey is its four-night stay at Tanzania's Serengeti National Park .

After watching animals like wildebeest and zebras partake in the great migration while also spotting lions, giraffes and more, vacationers retreat to high-end tents and lodges with private bathrooms. Prices start at $14,265 per person, but are higher around the peak season of June to October.

Wild Rwanda Safaris: Bwindi Gorilla Safari

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Length: Three days Starting price: $1,450 for two people with lowest-cost lodging

Adventurous travelers sticking to a more conservative budget should consider Wild Rwanda Safaris' Bwindi Gorilla Safari. The three-day package features a full day in southwestern Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (a haven for gorillas) and adjacent Batwa Pygmy communities. Wild Rwanda Safaris offers a choice of midrange, luxury and super luxury accommodations, allowing you to keep costs down if necessary.

The company's packages include the $700 permit required to visit the gorilla park. The round-trip journey by safari vehicle to and from Kigali, Rwanda, as well as English-speaking guides are covered in all rates. The tour can begin from Kampala, Uganda, as well, although you'll spend a lot longer on the road to the park. Contact the safari company for pricing information.

Nomad Tanzania: Southern Tanzania

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Length: Eight days Starting price: $6,055

Sign up for Nomad Tanzania's Southern Tanzania safari and you're bound to get an up-close look at Tanzania's diverse wildlife. Offering eight days of activities, including game drives and boat trips in Ruaha National Park and Nyerere National Park, this safari gives you prime opportunities to spot lions, cheetahs, leopards and elephants, among other species.

You'll get around the parks with the company's custom-built vehicles, ideal for catching a glimpse of that spectacular wildlife. What's more, the package rates include lodging at the company's campsites; select meals; and the short, scenic flights to and from Dar es Salaam as well as to the parks. Prices are only available upon contacting the company; they vary depending on the time of year, and the tour isn't offered in April and May.

Micato Safaris: The Micato Grand Safari

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Length: 15 days Starting price: $29,500

If you want to explore multiple destinations while on safari with plenty of comfort (but a price tag to match), book the 15-day Micato Grand Safari. This extraordinarily thorough itinerary from Micato Safaris starts with a two-day visit to bustling Nairobi, Kenya, before continuing to the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, Maasai Mara National Reserve, and the Amboseli and Serengeti national parks. You'll be treated to wildlife-viewing excursions that just might check every animal off your bucket list, from lions and cheetahs to rhinos, hippos and more. During your trip, you'll get to see Mount Kilimanjaro as zebras, gazelles and more roam in the foreground.

The package costs at least $29,500 per person (based on double occupancy rates) and includes activities like a sunrise hot air balloon ride and a camel tour led by members of the Samburu tribe. Lodging at upscale properties like the Serengeti's Four Seasons Safari Lodge and glamorous safari camps with en suite bathrooms is also included. The company also offers various extensions allowing you to explore other parts of Africa, from the island paradise of Zanzibar to the deserts of Namibia.

Rothschild Safaris: Essence of Tanzania

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Length: Nine days Starting price: Contact company for pricing details.

If your ideal safari vacation consists of customizing your trip from start to finish, consider an outing with Rothschild Safaris. The company offers itineraries in locales like Zambia and Ethiopia, but if you're hoping to catch a glimpse of the "big five" animals, the Essence of Tanzania safari is a good bet.

This nine-day experience, which embarks from Arusha, Tanzania, and returns there by plane, includes game-viewing drives spotting animals like ostriches, zebras and impalas in Tarangire National Park, plus accommodations like luxurious tents and farmhouse lodges. You'll also have the opportunity to go on a nighttime safari to spot nocturnal wildlife. If you time your safari right, you may also be able to see the famed wildebeest migration, when more than a million animals move between the Maasai Mara Reserve in Kenya and Tanzania's Serengeti plains.

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Lion World Travel: The Best of Cape Town & Botswana

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Length: 10 days Starting price: $4,899

As the trip name implies, the 10-day Best of Cape Town & Botswana vacation package from longtime safari operator Lion World Travel combines a few days of sightseeing in Cape Town, South Africa – where you'll visit the iconic Table Mountain and the Cape Peninsula – with a classic safari in Botswana. During the latter half of the itinerary, visitors will explore Botswana's Okavango Delta, home to cheetahs, crocodiles, hippos and more; you'll have the option of a helicopter flight to spot wildlife from above for an extra fee. Then, you'll visit Chobe National Park, which is believed to have the world's largest African elephant population.

Prices start at $4,899 per person based on double occupancy. Rates cover game drives; many of your meals; and stays in a four-star hotel in Cape Town as well as luxury tents in Botswana. You'll need to pay an extra charge for the flights within the tour (from Cape Town to Botswana and from Botswana to Johannesburg ).

Discover Africa: Botswana – Chobe, Okavango & Makgadikgadi

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Length: Nine days Starting price: $4,800

For an inside-out trip through the natural wonders of Botswana, Discover Africa's nine-day trip through the country's sprawling game reserves and national parks is a formidable option. You'll start out at a riverside lodge on the Chobe River – a great location for spotting elephants – before moving on to the marshy Okavango Delta, a wildlife-rich area where you can spot a huge range of animals like leopards, rhinos, hippos and more. The safari ends at the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, a good place to admire wildlife such as zebras and buffalo on the savannah as well as the ethereal white salt pans from a former lake.

You'll stay in upscale lodges and camps within close reach of the wilderness. All meals and transport along the tour are included in the price tag (which starts at $4,800 per person and varies by time of year), but international flights to get to Botswana are excluded.

Wild Wings Safaris: 8 Day Battlefields, Bush & Beach Safari

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Length: Eight days Starting price: About $4,160 for self-drive option

If you're looking to have a broader experience that mixes in some local history and beach time, consider Wild Wings Safaris' eight-day Battlefields, Bush & Beach Safari. With an itinerary focused on the east of South Africa, you'll start off visiting some of the country's historic sites from the Boer wars, including locations where local Zulu warriors defeated the British, before moving on to Phinda Private Game Reserve. This park doesn't allow day visitors, so you should be able to look out for the "big five" without too many crowds.

The tour wraps up at Thonga Beach Lodge, where you can snorkel or scuba dive near coral reefs in the Indian Ocean. Kayaking and walks through coastal forests are other activities on offer here. As far as safaris go, this one is a somewhat more affordable option, starting at about $4,160 per person with all meals included as well as a rental car; for the cheapest price, you will need to drive yourself between the destinations, but it's possible to pay an additional fee for a driver to guide you instead.

Cuckoo Safaris: 4-Day Discover Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park and Hwange National Park

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Length: Four days Starting price: $1,015

This tour company kicks off many of its tours from the majestic Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, with a host of safaris that range from three to nine days, across Zimbabwe, Zambia and Botswana, including some family-friendly choices. For an affordable option, consider the four-day Discover Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park and Hwange National Park safari. It will take you on two full-day tours to Chobe National Park in Botswana and Hwange, Zimbabwe's largest national park, where you should keep your eyes peeled for lions, elephants and more, while also visiting rural villages. This safari includes a wildlife spotting boat cruise on the Chobe River as well.

The price starts at $1,015 per person, which includes the tours plus breakfast, lunch and well-rated lodging in Victoria Falls. Travelers will need to pay for their own travel to Victoria Falls. Dinners aren't included, although you'll be staying in the town of Victoria Falls, with access to restaurants.

Compass Odyssey: 8-Day Namibia Wildlife Safari

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Length: Eight days Starting price: Contact company for pricing details.

Explore the savannah and deserts of southwest Africa with Compass Odyssey's eight-day Namibia Wildlife Safari. You'll visit a community-based conservation area in Damaraland – known for its desert-adapted elephants, oryx, giraffes and other wildlife – while staying in the rustic-chic Doro Nawas Camp. Travelers will also spend two days in Etosha National Park, seeking wildlife like giraffes, zebras and elephants at the park's bustling waterholes by day and embarking on an evening game drive with a knowledgeable ranger as well.

The company provides prices on request. The tour includes most meals and all park entry fees, but not flights or the optional "Cheetah Walk." Compass Odyssey allows the tour to be customized on request.

Expert Africa: Big Cat Fly-in Safari

Length: Nine days Starting price: $5,010

Expert Africa offers safaris and other tours in a host of African countries. For a relatively classic tour, consider the Big Cat Fly-in Safari. It offers two different looks at Kenya's stellar wildlife. Firstly, you'll fly north for four nights at the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, a sanctuary that channels all its profits into protecting the wildlife in its roughly 100-square-mile reserve. You'll stay in classic tented rooms and enjoy three-course dinners, with the option of going on horse- or camelback safaris for an extra fee.

Despite the tour name, you're most likely to see elephants, giraffes, zebras and rhinos here. In fact, you're more likely to see big cats at the tour's second stop, when you fly south to the Maasai Mara National Reserve. The tour company reports a high success rate for travelers spotting lions (and a decent chance of spotting leopards or cheetahs too). Here, you'll spend four days in upscale tents and have the option of soaring over the plains in a hot air balloon. The tour starts at $5,010 for eight nights, with all transport within Kenya included – although Expert Africa customizes most of its tours, so you can likely adjust your safari to your preferences.

Volcanoes Safari: 7 Day Gorilla and Chimpanzee Safari

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Length: Seven days Starting price: $8,430

If you're looking to spot some great apes, Volcanoes Safari focuses exclusively on primate tours within Rwanda and Uganda – and with partnerships with the Jane Goodall Institute and Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, they're responsible too. One of its signature tours, this seven-day itinerary kicks off in Uganda, taking travelers to the famed Kyambura Gorge to spot chimpanzee communities, as well as on a trek through the Bwindi Forest to look for gorillas.

But it's not all about monkeys: The tour also includes chances to see lions on the Ugandan plains and to meet locals engaging in cooperative work raising bees and roasting coffee. Along the way, guests stay in stylish lodges with views of Uganda's mountains and forests. The tour starts at $8,430 per person based on double occupancy in the low season, with all meals included.

Vaccination and visa requirements for African countries

Some popular safari destinations may require you to have received certain vaccinations in order to enter the country as a tourist. Although COVID-19 vaccination requirements no longer exist, it's not uncommon for countries to require you to be vaccinated against illnesses such as yellow fever before departing on your trip. Be sure to bring proof of vaccinations with you. If you are transiting through another country en route to your safari tour, you must check that you also meet immunization requirements for the stopover location.

For many destinations, there are a number of other vaccinations that aren't mandatory but are still recommended, such as for cholera or rabies. Consult with a doctor and ensure you're up to date and fully protected before you travel. In addition, many safari locations are prone to malaria; you should consult with your doctor about potentially bringing anti-malaria medication on your trip.

Safari countries have varying visa requirements for travelers from the U.S. – these are detailed below. Depending on your itinerary, you may need a single- or multiple-entry visa, and some visas require you to apply in advance of traveling and/or have a certain number of blank pages in your passport. Regardless of destination, your passport should be valid for at least six months before you leave for your trip.

Here are the vaccine and visa requirements for major safari destinations as of July 2024:

Botswana: If you have recently visited or transited through a country where yellow fever is common, you will need to be vaccinated against this illness. This does not include the U.S. but does include a number of countries in Africa as well as Central and South America. Consult the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's list of countries with risk of yellow fever transmission, including Kenya and Uganda.

U.S. citizens and nationals can stay in Botswana for 90 days per year without a visa.

Kenya: Kenya is a country where you'll be at risk of yellow fever transmission; it also requires those traveling from other places where yellow fever is endemic to be vaccinated against it. The CDC recommends that you protect yourself against yellow fever before your trip here.

Americans need an eVisa to enter Kenya. You should apply online at the eVisa government website no less than two weeks before your trip, as visas are not available upon arrival in Kenya. See more on the U.S. Department of State's website .

Namibia: Those traveling from a country where yellow fever is common need to be vaccinated against it. No visa is required as long as you're staying for 90 days or less per year.

Rwanda: If you're coming from a country where yellow fever is endemic, a yellow fever vaccination is required before departure.

U.S. citizens and nationals can be issued a 30-day visitor visa on arrival in Rwanda or through the Rwandan Embassy in Washington, D.C. A single-entry visa costs $50 for a single entry or $70 for multiple entries, and it's recommended you bring sufficient cash in U.S. dollars to pay for this (although credit card payment may be accepted at Kigali International Airport). Consult the State Department website for more information.

South Africa: A yellow fever vaccination is required if you're traveling from a country with a risk of transmission, including transits of 12 hours or longer in such countries. No visa is required for stays of 90 days or less.

Tanzania: Yellow fever vaccines are mandatory if you're traveling from a location where yellow fever is present – including if you spend more than 12 hours in transit in such a country. The vaccine should be administered 10 days or more before arrival

Visas are required for tourism in Tanzania. You can apply for a single-entry, 90-day visa online for $50 or a multiple-entry, one-year visa for $100. Be sure to print a copy of the approval (called a "grant notice") to bring with you. The processing period takes up to 10 days. You can also obtain a single-entry visa on arrival in most cases, although the Tanzanian government still recommends the advance online application. Find more Tanzanian visa information on the State Department website .

Uganda: Like Kenya, Uganda is a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. All visitors must show proof of vaccination against yellow fever to enter Uganda, regardless of where you're traveling from.

American visitors to Uganda must apply online for an electronic visa before departure. The processing time is around seven days, but the Ugandan government recommends applying 30 days before you travel; arriving in Uganda without completing this process could result in your detainment. A single-entry visa costs $50. Visit the State Department website to learn more.

Zambia: Yellow fever vaccines are only required if you're coming from an area considered at risk, including long transits (12 hours or more) through such countries. Visas are not required for U.S. citizens visiting Zambia. Check the State Department website for more details.

Zimbabwe: As with other countries on this list, visitors from countries with yellow fever outbreaks require a vaccine against this illness. This includes long transit stopovers of 12 hours or more.

U.S. visitors can obtain a 30-day, single-entry visa upon arrival in Zimbabwe for $30. If you're taking a tour that requires you to leave and reenter Zimbabwe, be sure to get a double-entry visa for $45. You can learn more from the State Department website .

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From what to pack and when to go to the types of animals you can see in each park, this is a quick and easy guide to the best safaris in Africa.

Going on a safari in Africa offers an unparalleled adventure into the continent’s stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife. Whether exploring the vast savannahs of the Serengeti, the rich ecosystems of Kruger National Park, or the awe-inspiring plains of the Maasai Mara, the best safaris in Africa promise unforgettable wildlife encounters and wilderness experiences. From witnessing the Great Migration to spotting the Big Five, a safari allows you to connect with nature in its most raw and beautiful form.

South Africa is famous for the Big Five: lions, elephants, leopards, rhinoceros and buffaloes. South Africa has affordable safari options, an excellent food and wine scene and a good tourism infrastructure. Otherwise, intrepid travellers can find exceptional safari escapes in Kenya, Botswana, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Mozambique, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Malawi and Namibia.

When is the best time to go on safari in Africa?

Generally speaking, the best time to go on any safari is during the dry season from June to October. 

South Africa/Botswana/Zimbabwe/Zambia

May to October is the dry season. Visit during the hotter and drier months when animals tend to congregate around waterholes and vegetation is sparse, making animal spotting easier. The wet season runs from December to March, a hot and humid time of year that is great for lush landscapes, birdwatching, and seeing newborn animals. 

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Game viewing is possible all year round, however you can expect the ‘long rain’ season from April to May, and the ‘short rain’ season from November to December. Safaris are generally open during the ‘short rains’ season, while they typically close during the ‘long rains’. 

Kenya/Tanzania 

These countries are best to visit from January to March and June to October when the climate is dry and mild. Visit Tanzania to see the Wildebeest Migration in the Serengeti from January to September. While the migration patterns change depending on rain, calves are usually born around January to March in the south of the Serengeti, then they cross the rivers around July and August. Lions often follow in their wake. Visit the Masai Mara in Kenya from June to November to witness the migration.

Going on safari in Ghana is best done from September to October when the dry season is in full swing, offering cooler days and the opportunity to see the migration in the Masai Mara.

Gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda 

Hikes into the rainforest to see the gorillas are undertaken all year round, however, the weather conditions are more favourable in January, February, and from June to September, when it is cooler and drier. 

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What do I need to pack to go on safari? 

• Keep luggage to a minimum and pack light 
• Lightweight clothing in earthy colours and natural materials 
• A windbreaker or fleece jumper to ward off the morning and evening chill 
• Hat, sunglasses and a scarf or bandana to protect your neck from the cold, sunburn or bugs 
• Comfortable and durable walking shoes for casual bush walks or game drives 
• High-quality waterproof hiking boots if you plan to do gorilla trekking, plus lightweight wool socks
• Smart-casual shoes and clothing for afternoons and evenings at your safari lodge or camp, such as jeans, shirts, dresses
• Your survival kit should include malaria tablets, antihistamines, anti-nausea tablets if you suffer from car sickness, panadol, aspirin, insect repellent, sunscreen, bands aids and a basic anti-bacterial/anti-septic cream
• Portable battery pack 
• Chargers for phones and electronic devices 
• Binoculars 

What to expect on your first safari

The things you can expect to experience on a safari depend on the season, location and style of your safari expedition, be it a tour, lodge or otherwise. Given the unpredictable nature of the weather and animals, safari itineraries can change with no notice. However, there are a few things you can expect to experience on the best safaris in Africa.

• Two game drives per day, usually early morning and late afternoon or early evening
• Time to relax during the hottest part of the day, from late morning to afternoon, and in the evenings
• Night safari drives with spotlights for nocturnal animals 
• Depending on your location, tour and/or accommodation: guided bush walks, photography hides, drinks or meals on location at scenic lookouts, hot air balloon rides, canoeing in a traditional mokoro or horseback riding

Which African country has the safest safari? 

Botswana and Rwanda are considered some of the safest countries in Africa.

What is the difference between national parks, reserves and private game reserves?

The distinction between a national park and a private game reserve lies in ownership and management. National parks are government-owned and managed, while private game reserves are owned and operated by private entities, often lodges. Despite the difference in ownership, both adhere to strict conservation principles and wildlife protection regulations. Reserves are smaller and less developed than national parks, with less tourist facilities. 

22 of the best safaris in Africa 

Etosha national park, namibia.

Regarded as the gateway to Northern Namibia and Ovamboland, Etosha National Park is a lush environment surrounded by dunes and golden, grassy plains. Four of the Big Five are found here (no buffaloes here, unfortunately), along with zebra, the rare black-faced impala, oryx, cheetah, giraffe, eland and hyena.

South Luangwa National Park, Zambia

The best safaris in Africa aren’t always the most well-known. Brimming with a variety of wildlife, South Luangwa National Park is framed by the Muchinga escarpment, and you’ll find elusive species here, such as the hartebeest, sable and roan. Visitors can also expect to encounter elephants, hippos, and the impala’s fluffy cousin, the puku. 

Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda

Home to a diverse arrangement of African wonders such as elephants, African buffalo, Ugandan kob, hippopotamus, topi, waterbuck, warthog, giant forest hog, Nile crocodile, leopard, spotted hyena, chimpanzee and lion, visitors to Queen Elizabeth National Park are in for a treat. 

Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda 

Home to the beloved and endangered mountain gorilla, this national park is comprised of montane ecosystems such as bamboo forest, open grasslands, swamp and heath. While Volcanoes National Park isn’t where you’ll do the usual Big Five spotting, it is home to unique animals such as black and white colobus monkeys, golden monkeys, hyenas, elephants, buffaloes and baboons. It’s undoubtedly one of the best safaris in Africa. 

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

There are two gorilla trekking destinations in Uganda: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Bwindi tends to be the more popular choice as it has a greater population of gorillas and is better situated for fly-in safaris. In addition to the majestic gorillas, those trekking this park may also see elephants, duikers, golden cats, bush pigs, giant forest hogs, the clawless otter, side-striped jackal or civet. 

South Africa 

Madikwe game reserve.

Positioned in the North West Province close to the border of Botswana, Madikwe Game Reserve is one of the best safaris in Africa. The malaria-free reserve is famous for being home to the ‘Super Seven’: lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, cheetahs and the endangered African wild dog. 

Kruger National Park

The well-known Kruger National Park is the largest wildlife sanctuary in South Africa. Here, you’ll not only find the Big Five, but more species of large mammals than any other African game reserve. Expect giraffes, hyenas, jackals, honey badgers, warthogs, impalas and more. 

Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve

Regarded as one of the most prestigious game reserves in South Africa, Sabi Sand has a reputation for incredible leopard and lion sightings.

Gondwana Game Reserve 

Located along the Garden Route, a trail of ancient forest, gold beaches, mountain ranges and seaside towns in South Africa, Gondwana Game Reserve is malaria-free and home to the Big Five, plus Cape Mountain zebra. It’s also one of the only Big Five fynbos reserves in the world, one of the world’s six Floral Kingdoms identified for its vast array of plant species.

Solio Game Reserve, Kenya

Despite its small size, this privately operated game reserve is Kenya’s oldest rhino sanctuary and an important breeding ground for black rhinos. It’s likely visitors to the 71-square-kilometre reserve will see oryxes, hartebeests, giraffes, lions, hyenas and buffaloes.

Amboseli National Park

This national park is known for its massive elephant population and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro. It was added to UNESCO’s Tentative List in June 2023 and offers one of the best safaris in Africa. 

Tsavo National Park

Tsavo National Park is divided into two parts: East and West, and is home to herds of elephants, rhinos, buffalo, lions, leopards, pods of hippos, crocodiles, waterbucks, lesser Kudu and gerenuk.

Masai Mara National Reserve

With vast savannah plains that roll up to the border of Serengeti National Park in Tanzania, Masai Mara is a premier safari location in Kenya, and one of the best safaris in Africa, known for its diverse wildlife. Lions, cheetahs, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, wildebeest, giraffe and zebra roam these lands, along with many other animals. 

Tanzania 

Serengeti national park.

Located in north-central Tanzania on the Serengeti Plain, this national park is the only place in Africa where huge land-animal migrations take place, particularly wildebeest, gazelle and zebras. Serengeti has been UNESCO World Heritage-listed since 1981. 

Nyerere National Park 

Formerly known as Selous Game Reserve, Nyerere National Park spans a whopping 30, 893 square kilometres, is the largest standalone park in Africa and one of the largest in the world. Located in Southern Tanzania, the park has a high concentration of wild animals, including big cats, giraffes, elephants, rhinos and more, making it one of the best safaris in Africa. 

Ngorongoro Crater

The Ngorongoro Crater is situated within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area in Tanzania, encompassing part of the southern Serengeti’s short-grass plains and the Ngorongoro Highlands, a range of ancient volcanoes along the western Great Rift Valley. Formed around 2.5 million years ago from a volcanic cone collapse, it’s the largest unbroken volcanic caldera on Earth and serves as a natural sanctuary for some of Africa’s densest populations of large mammals, creating a self-contained ecosystem that is unique, even among the very best safaris in Africa. 

Ruaha National Park

Ruaha is Tanzania’s largest national park, formed in 2008 when it merged with the Usangu Game Reserve, expanding to more than 20,000 square kilometres. Ruaha is a hidden treasure with just a handful of camps, making it a favourite among seasoned East African safari-goers who appreciate its wild, unspoiled character and exceptional game viewing.

Botswana 

Okavango delta.

The Okavango Delta, a unique wetland spanning up to 15,000 square kilometres of Botswana’s Kalahari Desert, is sustained by the Okavango River flowing from Angola. Home to some of the world’s most endangered species, such as cheetahs, white and black rhinos, African wild dogs and lions, the delta offers some of the best safaris in Africa, including walking, riding, mokoro, boating, balloon, and helicopter safaris.

Chobe National Park

Botswana’s Chobe National Park is home to Africa’s largest elephant population, with an estimated 50,000 Kalahari elephants, known for their massive herd sizes. A safari here ensures unforgettable encounters with these magnificent animals.

Moremi Game Reserve

The Moremi Game Reserve, often called a ‘Garden of Eden,’ offers some of the best safaris in Africa with year-round game viewing and breathtaking landscapes, including savannahs, floodplains and dense forests. Home to more than 400 bird species, such as the African fish eagle and crested crane, the reserve showcases a diverse ecosystem adapted to the Okavango Delta’s swamp conditions.

Hwange National Park

As Zimbabwe’s largest and most popular park, Hwange National Park offers exceptional wildlife viewing, including the Big Five. It is renowned for its impressive concentration of elephants, especially during the dry season when they gather at the park’s waterholes.

Mana Pools National Park

The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mana Pools National Park in northern Zimbabwe is renowned for its remote beauty, abundant wildlife, and superb canoeing and walking safaris. Although the dry season (July to October) is hot, it’s the best time for game viewing as animals flock to the park’s water sources. If you can withstand the heat, it’s one of the best safaris in Africa. 

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Take a walk on the wild side on an African safari.

The word “safari” means “journey” in Swahili. And a safari in  Africa  is all about the journey. While seeing a leopard munch on a freshly caught gazelle or spying a curious lion cub venture away from its mother’s protective embrace will be highlights of your trip, you’ll discover the journey is as much a part of your trip as the destination.

The road-trip games you play with your new travel mates, the feeling of the wind (and maybe a little dust) in your hair when you’re traveling down long, winding roads, and the young Maasai boy who waved at you as you passed him along the road will stay with you long after you return.

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Go on safari through Kruger National Park, one of the largest game reserves in  Southern Africa . This massive park is one of the premier safari spots in all of Africa and for good reason; it’s home to over 500 bird species, 100 species of reptile and 150 mammal species, including the Big Five and the endangered African wild dog.

Venture deep into the steamy jungles of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in search of the rare mountain gorilla. With a local guide to lead you, you’ll trek into the forest to spend one unforgettable hour watching and hanging out with a family of gorillas. A close encounter with these gentle giants is an extraordinary African experience that will always stay with you.

The only thing more magical than witnessing the great wildebeest migration across the Serengeti? Seeing it from the sky in a hot air balloon. As the herds of wildebeest and thousands of other animals travel from Serengeti National Park to the greener pastures of the Masai Mara National Reserve, you can watch their journey and enjoy incredible views from a unique perspective.

The Okavango Delta has a unique system of waterways that are home to an immense array of wildlife. The best way to explore it is in a mokoro, a traditional dugout canoe. Visit in May to September, when animals are confined to small islands created by the annual flood, making it easy to spot great herds of elephant and antelope, hippos, crocodiles, lions, cheetahs and more. 

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On our safari trips you’ll stay in billion-star accommodation. That’s our way of saying you’re sleeping under the night sky, camping in the great outdoors. On our Basix and sections of Original trips, you’ll stay in two-person canvas tents that our crew will help you set up. And on our Comfort trips, you’ll be staying in permanent tented camps and lodges (think glamping instead of camping).

Campsite facilities can sometimes be basic, but wherever possible, we make sure there are Western-style toilets and warm water available. But you’ll find it’s worth sacrificing a warm shower or two when you’re waking up to sunrise over the Masai Mara.

On our safari trips, your main mode of transport is an overland truck, a purpose-built vehicle made for driving through Africa’s winding, and sometimes bumpy, country roads. While the trucks don’t have air conditioning, they do have sliding windows which let in the breeze and make it even easier to take spectacular snaps of the local wildlife. The trucks are also equipped with power outlets to charge your camera, phone and other devices on the go.

For more info on our overland trucks, see our  Africa overland page .

When is the best time to go on safari?

Generally speaking, January, February and June to October are the best times to go on safari in Africa. This is the dry season, so animals tend to come out into more open spaces in search of water, making them easier to spot. However, you’ll be able to spot animals all year round and you’ll enjoy fewer crowds if you travel outside peak season.

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Where is the best place to go on safari?

The best place to go on safari depends on what kind of animals you’d like to see and what other activities you’d like to do in destination. We offer safaris to some of the best safari destinations in eastern and southern Africa, like Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Namibia and more.

Read more about how to choose your ideal African safari . 

Am I guaranteed to see animals on safari?

While we can’t guarantee you’ll spot the Big 5, you’d have to be profoundly unlucky to see no animals at all. On our trips, you’ll explore some of the best game parks and national reserves in the world. These protected areas are filled with a huge variety of different species and your expert driver and local leader will help you spot animals.

What are the “Big 5”?

The “Big 5” used to refer to the five big game animals that were the most difficult to hunt. Now that most shooting is done on a camera, the Big 5 are the most exciting animals to spot while on safari: the lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo.

What should I pack for safari?

Loose, light clothing in neutral colours is the best attire for a safari (dark colours will get hot in the sun and can attract the Tsetse fly). You’ll also want a sun hat, some good walking shoes, a camera, sunscreen and bug spray. For more details, check out our  ultimate Africa packing guide . 

What type of food will be served on safari?

On our Basix trips, you’ll have a cook traveling with you while you are on safari who will whip up a variety of local flavors and Western-style dishes. Along your route, your cook will stop to purchase fresh, locally sourced food for your meals. You can expect a variety of things for breakfast like fruit, eggs, toast and cereal; lunch is often sandwiches and salads; and dinner is usually a hearty meal like pasta, curry or a BBQ.

On our Original and Comfort trips there will be more meals at camps and lodges along the way. No matter what you’re craving, you definitely will not be going hungry on safari.

What are the toilets and showers like on safari?

Most of the permanent tented camps will have a private bathroom with flushing toilets and showers with warm water. 

Many of the campsites we stay at have communal facilities with flushing toilets and showers with warm water. However, in some of the more remote areas, there may only be basic facilities (toilets and cold running water). 

Can you accommodate accessibility requirements on your safari tours?

We are committed to making travel accessible to everyone, so we will work with you to assess whether you will be able to complete an existing itinerary, or whether we will be able to make reasonable adjustments to meet your needs before you book. Please see our  accessible travel page  for more information. 

What is internet and phone access like on safari?

Some of our hotels and campsites will have Wi-Fi, however Internet and phone access may be limited in more remote areas. But you won’t miss it when you’re watching a pride of lions prowl through long grass or enjoying a drink around the campfire with your group. 

This world and the animals that call it home are precious, and we believe it’s our responsibility to help preserve them. We do not include or condone any activities that exploit animals on our safari trips, including hunting, feeding or interacting with animals in any way. We believe that wild animals should be observed in the wild, from a respectful distance. 

Some tips for being a wildlife-friendly traveler include never buying animal products, not participating in activities that include contact with the animals, and not including location tags on social media posts (some poachers have gone high-tech and use social media to track rare animals’ locations).

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Experience the rich traditions, wildlife, and cultures of this beautiful continent with a handcrafted land journey. From South Africa's breathtaking natural landscapes and the majestic Victoria Falls to Kenya and Tanzania's expansive savannahs.

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It’s more than an escorted land tour - it’s a luxury journey in a class of its own. Enjoy the combined ease of personalised travel, with a selection of experiences that offer you a true insight into the culture, landscape and history of Africa.

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Enjoy fully escorted small group touring with a maximum of 30 guests on your land journey in Africa (24 guests in East Africa). You’ll have unparalleled access at a comfortable pace as you explore your destination.

Scenic Special Stays

A selection of handpicked, luxury accommodation will ensure your land journey in Africa becomes that little bit more extraordinary. A choice of remarkable hotels notable for their location, character and heritage are available. Or stay in a selection of exclusive game lodges such as the Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge in South Africa’s Kruger National Park or Sarova Mara camp in Kenya’s renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve.

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Be immersed in the cultural heart of your destination with our exclusive Enrich experiences. Journey into the traditional life and culture of warrior tribes like the Maasai and Zulu or indulge in an authentic African-style bush breakfast amidst the breathtaking open plains of the Maasai Mara. These once-in-a-lifetime moments are just a taste of what awaits you on our all-inclusive experiences.

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Enjoy the highlights of Africa with Scenic’s all-inclusive Freechoice excursions. Choose from diverse sightseeing, activities and dining options at a pace that suits you. From touring South Africa’s famous vineyards or vibrant townships, walking in Nelson Mandela’s footsteps, in the tracks of an impala or on foot through bushland, you can choose from a wealth of experiences. 

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When you embark on your luxury land journey, you can do so with the assurance that we’ve taken care of all the small details. Your expert, handpicked Tour Director, driver and local guides are dedicated to delivering an exceptional level of service to the Nth Degree and will be on hand to ensure you love every moment of your trip.

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Go in search of Africa's 'Big Five': lions, leopards, buffalo, rhinos, and elephants. Your land journey takes you on open-top rides in custom Toyota Land Cruisers, designed for optimal photography and unrestricted viewing of these magnificent creatures.

Our experienced game rangers, along with expert local trackers, will be by your side, ensuring you have an unforgettable and educational safari through the African plains.

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Luxury African Safari Holidays & Tours

Experiences beyond the map, africa, the ultimate adventure: savannah wildlife, chimpanzee tracking, and gorilla safari, group tour dates: november 18 - 27, 2024, number of people: 16, price: us$4,850 per person.

African Safari Holidays

An African safari holiday should be on everyone’s wish list of life’s greatest adventures. In Swahili, the melodious everyday language of East Africa, the word itself translates as “going on a journey”. In the age of Hemingway and Karen Blixen this meant going upcountry, setting off with a tent and a rifle into the back of beyond where the wild things are. Now the day of the hunter is done. Guns are out. Cameras are in and ecotourism is the buzzword in the bush, offering a gentler but no less thrilling introduction to the last place on earth where wildlife exists in its old abundance.

But the reasons for going on safari have not changed. The need to reach out and touch the wild, to spend time in the sun and under the stars and come face to face with Africa’s storybook animals, not behind bars but moving free as the wind across the savannah – these are what make Scenic Trail Ventures' Africa Safari holidays like no other.

So where should you go for your first taste of Africa safari life? Africa is so vast, its horizons so wide. Some of its big-game strongholds are the size of small countries. But if you are planning a once-in-a-lifetime sojourn in the bush it has to be East Africa with Scenic Trail Ventures.

Nowhere are animals so visible as on the high plains of the Maasai Mara, Serengeti and Murchison Falls, the thick jungles of Virunga Massive you trek the giant Mountain Gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Volcanoes and of course the sight of the land itself is quite something. To look down into the immense bowl of the Ngorongoro Crater is to stand at the gates of heaven. The people, languages, food and culture, the narrative does not do any justice to its experience.

Ease of access makes East Africa a natural favourite for first-timers. If you catch an overnight flight from Heathrow you can transfer to a light aircraft next morning and be in the bush in time for brunch. Such things are possible in East Africa because East Africa's safari industry is backed up by an efficient tourist infrastructure with a dazzling choice of camps and lodges to suit all budgets. This is, after all, where modern safaris were invented back in the Twenties.

Our Africa Safari Holiday Packages are tailor made to suite any traveller and their travel style. Contact any of our consultants with your details and they'll make sure you get a quotation that assures you a great safari adventure trip. First, let's take a look at the trips most of our travellers request for ...

Murchison Falls Safari – Big 5 Game Drive Safari

3 Days, 2 Nights Start From $650

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3 Days, 2 Nights Start From $2460

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Queen Elizabeth N.P Wildlife Safari

3 Days, 2 Nights Start From $590

Rwenzori Mountain Hiking Safari - Margherita Peak

8 Days, 7 Nights Start From $1820

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9 Days, 7 Nights Start From $3470

Primates & Wildlife Safari - Entebbe to Kigali

14 Days, 13 Nights Start From $3650

Uganda Gorillas and Masai Mara Overland Safari

13 Days, 12 Nights Start From $3,510

Masai Mara & Zanzibar Honeymoon Safari

11 Days, 10 Nights Start From $3,880

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Gorilla Trekking

This unique experience is available all year round, but due to the somewhat damp seasons experienced by the jungles in which these gorillas stay, June to September is the best time.

Chimpanzee Tracking

Humankind's closest relative, the chimpanzee, is found in a number of areas of Uganda. There’s no doubt that hanging out with chimps is one of life’s great experiences.

Game Drive Safaris

Uganda’s national parks are a well kept secret. Lusher than their Kenyan or Tanzanian counterparts, they have rivers and lakes for boat rides as well as standard Safari game drives.

Culture & Community Tourism

Uganda is bubbling over with culture: 40 languages, countless customs and traditions, superb crafts and uplifting music and dance can be encountered all around the country.

Whitewater Rafting

Uganda is a wonderful place to experience Africa — and rafting is just a piece of it. Take on the Grade III-IV-V rapids as you rush 20km down the Victoria Nile river.

Private and Honeymoon Holidays

Combine a beach holiday in Zanzibar with a jungle gorilla trekking safari and scenic Savannah game drive in one of Uganda's beautiful safari parks to make a perfect Private Vacation Holiday.

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From the thundering nile river rapids of Bujagali Falls up the Nile via the big 5 route to the thundering murchison falls, down the western route to the Virunga Volcano ranges into the misty jungles of Bwindi Impenetrable forest, our destinations are well selected to give you the ultimate Uganda Holiday Adventure Experince.

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Because we go out with our clients and whenever we can to find out the best lodges, best destination , make sure security is guranteed in the places we visit and to see standards that our travellers are expecting to get, we pride ourselves in providing the quality experiences.

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We help you plan your Africa Safari trip with little or no hustle on your part.

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We carefully prob for the best safari lodges and include only the top on your itinerary.

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What happy travellers say about us.

We did a combination of Gorilla trekking in Bwindi (stayed in Silverback Lodge), Land Safari & River Safari in Queen Elizabeth Park (stayed in Bush Lodge) and Chimpanzee trek. It was a truly amazing experience from start to finish. Alosious was very responsive and helpful as we were booking and our guide Ali was friendly, knowledgeable, and an all around great guide and host. I would recommend this company without hesitation. My favorite parts of the experience were the Gorilla trekking and the River Safari. Magical.

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Hard work getting to the gorillas but the guides are really helpful and take account of individual abilities. They take time to get to know each member of the group and use everyone's Christian name. You get at least 1 hour with the gorillas if you can keep up with them through the jungle.

We booked a seven-day tour including gorilla and chimpanzee tracking programs. Ali, our tour guide, was one of best tour guides I have seen. He was willing to provide us with any necessary help and was able to explain to us about all aspects of Ugandan culture as well as wildlife in fluent English.

Wow! What an incredible experience. We met our guide Ali at Entebbe airport for the long drive to Bwindi. Ali was such a gracious host, professional and knowledgeable, he really made the whole experience so enjoyable. He taught us so much along the way about the local communities, languages and culture and organized everything so we could just enjoy the trip. The gorilla experience was amazing. Being so close to them in their natural environment is something we will never forget. When we were ready to leave for our next destination, we wished Ali could come with us.

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