Safari Holidays

The Safari (Swahili for "journey")

An intoxicating land of colour and contrasts, Africa is food for the soul.  There is simply nowhere on the planet to compare for wildlife and enduring traditions.

From the vast savannahs and the rolling plains of the Maasai Mara to dense rainforests, Africa's majestic landscapes ensure that a safari in Africa is at the top of so many people's bucket list.

The first question many people will ask themselves is, "Where should I go on safari?"  Africa is such a vast continent with numerous safari options which vary greatly by region so where to go depends very much on what is most important to you along with the time of year you wish to visit and the length of stay you are planning.  We would love to help you plan your unforgettable African Safari to ensure that you find the Safari Holiday which is perfect for you.

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Botswana is a country with a multitude of wildlife, and watery deltas.  Defined by the Kalahari Desert and the Okavango Delta which becomes a lush animal habitat in the floods, we can't think of a better way to observe the big five in this fantastic wilderness than on a dugout canoe safari.  Following a river safari, we would recommend a stay in one of the luxurious lodges to explore Chobe National Park, home to the largest elephant population in Africa.

Elephants, Botswana

Known for the Big 5 which can be spotted in the Maasai Mara, Kenya encompasses huge swathes of stunningly wild savannah.  From throngs of wildebeest thundering along the Great Rift Valley during the Great Migration to flocks of salmon-coloured flamingo on Lake Nakuru to a pride of lions playing with their cubs, Kenya truly offers a wonderful safari experience.

Lion family, Kenya

Named after The Namib, the world's oldest desert, Namibia is one of Southern Africa's greatest places to encounter wildlife and encompasses all the iconic African landscapes from ocean to deserts, mountains to otherworldly sand-dunes and wetlands and rivers to the grass plains of the Kalahari Desert.  

Most wildlife can be found in the Central Highlands, home to Etosha National Park.  Known for a salt-pan so large it can be seen from space, there is also abundant wildlife which congregates around the waterholes, making it a great place for game sightings.  

Black Rhinoceros, Etosha National Park.

The diverse parks and private game reserves found in South Africa offer some of the best game-spotting opportunities in the whole of Africa.  A wonderful Safari destination for first-timers and safari veterans alike, South Africa is arguably one of the best destinations in the entire continent.  The most well-known and oldest of the parks, Kruger National Park is home to the Big 5 and it's not uncommon to spot them all in one day!  Sabi Sands is possibly the most famous private game park within the Kruger region, but there are many smaller ones where you'll still see just as much wildlife and far fewer people.

With so many national parks and game reserves to choose from in South Africa, the choices are endless.  There are a variety of malaria-free parks in the country, making this a particularly attractive option for families with young children.

Zebra, South Africa

Tanzania, home to the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro also provides a wide variety of safaris from tented, tree or water safaris and is the perfect place to witness the great migration across the Mara river from the Serengeti to the Masai Mara.  Explore the vast plains of the Rift Valley with Mount Kilimanjaro soaring magestically in the distance. Take a balloon trip for the best view of the wildebeest migration, then stay and explore the world's largest intact caldera, The Ngorongoro Crater, home to 25,000 species of wildlife.  For the intrepid traveller, consider taking a guided trek to the top of Kilimanjaro and camp under the stars, falling asleep to the sounds of the wild African bush at night.

Wildebeest migration, Mara River.

Zambia and Zimbabwe also offer some wonderful safari opportunities, and no trip to these beautiful countries would be complete without witnessing The Victoria Falls, one of the seven natural wonders of the world.

If your dream is to track mountain gorillas and golden monkeys, Uganda and Rwanda are the destination for you.  Learn about the issues facing the wildlife of the area and hear about the inspiring conservation programmes from people on the ground.

With so many incredible options to choose from, selecting the safari which is right for you can be a little daunting, but by listening to what is most important to you we will work with you to put together your perfect bespoke safari itinerary.

Feeling inspired?  Contact us today to start planning your tailormade African Safari holiday!