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African Group Safaris & Tours
Signing up to an African safari group tour is one of the most popular ways to go on safari. Having an expert plan the nitty-gritty of your safari package for you saves time and hassle. It means all you have to do is read up on African wildlife and hop on a plane. A small group tour can be a great way to see Africa. Special interest group trips, such as bird watching, conservation or big cats, are recommended. A special interest trip will put you in a group with like-minded people, and the guide will be an expert. Before jumping into a group safari though, there are a few things to consider.
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6-Day Unforgettable Tour in Tanzania
$1,188 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Arusha (End)
Cubs Expeditions
5.0/5 – 147 Reviews
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6-Day Masai Mara-Lake Nakuru - Amboseli Adventure
$979 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Amboseli NP, Nairobi (End)
Baboon Budget Safaris
5.0/5 – 201 Reviews
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5-Day Tanzania Budget Camping Tour
$920 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Arusha (End)
Mountain Warriors Tours and Safaris
5.0/5 – 99 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
5-Day Masai Mara/Nakuru/Naivasha Group Camping Safari
$721 to $960 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Nairobi (End)
Lenchada Safaris
4.9/5 – 774 Reviews
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8-Day Ultimate Northern Tanzania Safari and Lake Natron
$2,074 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping & Lodge
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Lake Manyara NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Natron, Arusha (End)
See Endless Adventures Tanzania
5.0/5 – 34 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
4-Day Luxury Radisson Kruger Safari
$885 to $974 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 10 people per vehicle)LuxuryHotel
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Panorama Route (Highlight), Johannesburg Airport (End)
MoAfrika Tours
4.9/5 – 1449 Reviews
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Best Seller
6-Day Amboseli to Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara
$1,646 to $1,804 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)
Mid-range LodgeYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Madukha Tours and Safaris
4.7/5 – 27 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
5-Day Mid Range Group Tour
$1,595 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)
Mid-range Lodge & Tented Bush CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Lake Manyara NP, Central Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Highlands, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
Suricata Safaris
5.0/5 – 2112 Reviews
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6-Day Your Unforgettable Botswana Tour
$2,618 pp (USD)
Botswana: Shared tour (max 10 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Kasane (Start), Chobe NP, Savuti (Chobe NP), Moremi GR (Okavango Delta), Maun (End)
Tony Mobile Safari
5.0/5 – 88 Reviews
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3-Day Amboseli Group Joining Safari 2023 - 2025
$350 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 8 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Amboseli NP, Nairobi (End)
Bienvenido Kenya Tours and Safaris
4.3/5 – 84 Reviews
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13-Day Grand Tour Zimbabwe in Pop-Roof Game Viewer + Chef
$6,454 pp (USD)
Zimbabwe: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping
You Visit: Harare (Start), Mana Pools NP, Chitake Springs (Mana Pools NP), Marongora (Town), Chizarira NP, Hwange NP, Victoria Falls (End)
Mana Pools Tourism Services
5.0/5 – 34 Reviews
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6-Day Wildlife & Dunes Experience
$1,661 pp (USD)
Scheduled Start DatesNamibia: Shared tour (max 10 people per vehicle)
Mid-range Lodge & HotelYou Visit: Windhoek (Start), Etosha NP, Swakopmund (City), Sesriem (Town), Sossusvlei (Sand Dunes), Windhoek (End)
Indigo Safaris
4.8/5 – 130 Reviews
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4-Day 3-Night Best of Masai Mara Kenya Safari
$968 to $1,188 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 8 people per vehicle)
Mid-range Resort & HotelYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Let's Venture Africa Safaris
5.0/5 – 38 Reviews
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5-Day Budget Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, & Nakuru Safari
$726 to $946 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 4 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Wild Race Africa
4.5/5 – 70 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
5-Day Best of Kruger Park Safari
$1,084 to $1,149 pp (USD)
Scheduled Start DatesSouth Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)
Mid-range You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Johannesburg (End)
Wild Wings Safaris
5.0/5 – 214 Reviews
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5-Day Exclusive Kruger & Private Game Reserve Experience
$1,690 pp (USD)
South Africa: Shared tour (max 9 people per vehicle)LuxuryLodge & Hotel
You Visit: Johannesburg (Start), Kruger NP, Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger), Nelspruit (End)
Elephant Herd Tours & Safaris
4.9/5 – 107 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
7-Day Masai Mara~Nakuru~Naivasha~Amboseli
$1,265 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Nakuru (City), Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Amboseli NP, Nairobi Airport (End)
Jocky Tours and Safaris
4.9/5 – 1445 Reviews
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10-Day Zanzibar & Serengeti+Ngorongoro+Manyara+Tarangire
$2,466 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Shared tour (max 7 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping & Lodge
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Zanzibar Stone Town (Zanzibar), Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches), Nungwi (Zanzibar), Arusha (End)
Zanzi Trekking and Safaris
5.0/5 – 22 Reviews
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Best Seller
7-Day Luxury Exploration of Kenya's Serenity & Wildlife
$3,045 to $4,544 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)LuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Hell’s Gate NP, Lake Bogoria NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Extra Miles Unique Adventures
5.0/5 – 81 Reviews
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4-Day Perfect Sharing Tarangire Serengeti and Ngorongoro
$1,298 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)
Mid-range Lodge & Tented Bush CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
African Chitah
4.8/5 – 68 Reviews
6 Questions About Group Safari Tours
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Stuart Butler
Stuart Butler is a travel writer, photographer and author of many guidebooks for Lonely Planet, Rough Guides and Bradt, including guides to Kenya, Ethiopia, Rwanda and Tanzania. Over the past 25 years he has traveled widely in Africa and spends considerable time there each year on group safaris.› More about Stuart
6 Questions About Group Safari Tours
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Why should I choose an African group safari?
“The simple answer is cost. A group safari invariably costs less than a private safari of the same quality. However, there are other reasons. If you’re the type of a traveler who likes to make new friends on holiday, a group safari is the obvious way to go. There are also many specialized or expert-led group safari trips available. These allow you to have experiences that you wouldn’t have on a private safari. For example, a safari led by a renowned elephant or big cat expert will bring knowledge and add depth to your safari. There are also group safaris based on specific activities, such as birding. A small-group safari tour can be ideal for the single traveler who’d rather not travel alone.”
1How is a group safari different from a private safari?
“As you might expect on a group safari, your schedule is largely fixed. Any minor changes are made at the request of the whole group. In most cases this isn’t likely to be much of a problem. What can be more problematic though is sorting out priorities when on a game drive. For example, if you’re a keen birder but the rest of your group is only interested in the Big Five (elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo and rhino). Or the whole group might be interested in seeing an elephant, but some want to stay longer while others are happy just taking a quick snapshot. Being on a group safari doesn’t mean that you’re going to spend 24 hours a day with the same people. Most likely you’ll only be together when on safari or traveling to and from a park. In the camp, you’ll be left to your own devices. The advantage of a private safari is that you’ll make all your own decisions on schedules and safari details. However, you’re going to pay much more for the pleasure.”
2What is the typical size of a group on a shared trip?
“On a budget safari there can be up to 10 people in the vehicle, which can detract from the wildlife-viewing experience. If you’ve signed up to a multicountry overland tour in a specially designed bus, you should check the max number of people they will fit into the bus. Note though, in many parks and reserves these kind of vehicles are banned. If you’re on a mid-range group safari, there will likely be between four and six people in the group. On a high-end safari, there isn’t much difference between a group safari and a private safari.”
3What happens if I sign-up for a group tour but it doesn't attract enough people?
“Every company will have its own terms and conditions. You should check these carefully before signing up. Reputable companies will try and make satisfactory alternative arrangements for you. This most likely means altering the route somewhat to be able to merge two small groups into one. Otherwise you’ll be given the options of paying a bit more for the tour operator to run the safari as advertised or canceling and getting a full reimbursement. Reimbursements don’t include any flights purchased. Or, alternative travel dates might be offered. Make sure you read the fine print and ask if anything is unclear or missing. Always choose your operator carefully. Reading recent reviews can be useful.”
4What type of vehicles can I expect?
“This depends on how much you pay for a safari. On a budget safari, you’ll most likely end up in a minibus with a pop-top roof. This isn’t ideal. In these vehicles, windows don’t always open fully. If the vehicle is full, not everyone will even get a window seat. This means that most of the time you’ll have to make do with standing and peering out of the open roof. This doesn’t give the best perspective of the animals, and it can still mean limited space for each safari-goer. At the opposite end, on a high-cost luxury group safari you’ll be in a long-wheel-base 4x4 customized for safaris. It will be an open-sided vehicle, and the number of people in the vehicle will be kept to a minimum. This means that whichever side of the vehicle an animal is, you will have a front-seat view. These vehicles often also have camera platforms or beanbags. They also have extra suspension, making for a generally smooth ride on the bumpy roads.”
5What should I consider when choosing an African group tour?
“Does the tour visit all the parks and reserves you want to visit? This is the first thing you should look at when considering a group safari. If you have dreams of seeing the Serengeti–Mara wildebeest migration, there’s no point booking a group safari that doesn’t visit the Serengeti or Masai Mara. Also make sure you’re in the right part of the park at the right time of year. Ensure the tour doesn’t visit too many parks and reserves. If it sounds rushed on paper, then it will be hectic when you hit the ground. Many group safaris try and cram in too much in too short a time. The result is that you spend more time traveling to and from parks than on safari. Another very important point is to check the type of vehicle used and how many other people will be in your group. The smaller the overall group size the better. Consider if you have a special interest that might not be compatible with a group tour. For example, if you’re a birdwatcher or a serious photographer, look for a specialist tour dedicated to your interest.”
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