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Does an African safari feature on your bucket list? It should! Africa has so much to offer, from spectacular scenery, friendly people and cultural treasures to blissful beaches. But above all else, it is the wildlife and safari lifestyle that will draw you back, again and again. This well-known quote by Richard Mullin is so very true: ‘The only man I envy, is the man who has not yet been to Africa – for he has so much to look forward to’. Once you go on your first safari, Africa gets into your blood. You develop a deep longing to return to this magical continent, and to start planning your next African safari holiday. Be warned, Africa is very addictive!
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Top Rated Operator
5-Day Tarangire, Serengeti, Ngorongoro & Manyara Journey
$1,752 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti NP, Lake Manyara NP, Arusha (End)
Serengeti Smile
5.0/5 – 209 Reviews
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4-Day Taste of Kenya - Mid-Range
$1,100 to $1,590 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi (End)
Spirit of Kenya
4.9/5 – 483 Reviews
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4-Day Wonder Safari
$994 to $1,592 pp (USD)
Kenya: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & HotelYou Visit: Nairobi (Start), Lake Naivasha (Naivasha), Masai Mara NR, Nairobi (End)
Kameraz of Afrika
4.8/5 – 98 Reviews
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9-Day Mid Luxury Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar Island
$3,577 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar (End)
Brilliant Adventures and Safaris
5.0/5 – 54 Reviews
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6-Day Majestic Tanzania - High-End
$4,050 to $5,290 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxury+Lodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Lake Manyara NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
Unlimited Expeditions: The Soul of Tanzania
4.9/5 – 438 Reviews
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6-Day Mid-Luxury Highlights of Tanzania
$2,657 to $2,987 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Arusha (End)
Lion King Adventures
5.0/5 – 1018 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
8-Day Great Migration Safari
$3,135 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Central Serengeti, Northern Serengeti NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Foothills of Mt Kilimanjaro, Arusha (End)
Safari Soles
5.0/5 – 246 Reviews
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4-Day Masai Mara NR and Lake Nakuru Budget Tour
$435 pp (USD)
Kenya: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)BudgetTented Camp & Hotel
You Visit: Nairobi (Start), Masai Mara NR, Lake Nakuru NP, Nairobi (End)
Paradise in Africa Safaris
4.8/5 – 92 Reviews
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Top Rated Operator
6-Day Authentic Luxury Safari
$2,860 to $3,493 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Highlands, Lake Manyara NP, Arusha (End)
African Big Cats Safaris
5.0/5 – 359 Reviews
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3-Day Luxury Safari in Manyara, Ngorongoro and Tarangire
$1,342 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxuryLodge
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Lake Manyara NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire NP, Arusha (End)
Amshar Serengeti Adventures
5.0/5 – 66 Reviews
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7-Day Mid Range Tour to Serengeti Wildebeest Migration
$2,310 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Kilimanjaro Airport (End)
Meru Slopes Tours & Safaris
5.0/5 – 306 Reviews
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4-Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking
$3,570 pp (USD)
Rwanda: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & HotelYou Visit: Kigali (Start), Volcanoes NP (Gorillas), Kigali Airport (End)
Ranger Buck Safaris
5.0/5 – 27 Reviews
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3-Day Serengeti Luxury Trip & Four Seasons Safari Lodge
$2,761 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tourLuxury+Lodge
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Central Serengeti, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
Shengena Adventure
5.0/5 – 44 Reviews
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11-Day Northern Tanzania Safari and Zanzibar
$7,656 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Lake Manyara NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti NP, Zanzibar (End)
Wayfairer Travel
4.9/5 – 149 Reviews
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5-Day Gorillas Chimpanzees and Wildlife Safari in Uganda
$1,936 pp (USD)
Uganda: Private tourBudgetLodge & Guest House
You Visit: Entebbe (Start), Queen Elizabeth NP, Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP), Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Lake Mburo NP, Equator (Highlight), Entebbe (End)
Dav Safaris
5.0/5 – 84 Reviews
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4-Day Chimpanzee and Gorilla Encounter
$2,206 to $2,371 pp (USD)
Uganda: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Entebbe (Start), Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Kibale NP (Chimps), Entebbe Airport (End)
Nsavi Safaris
5.0/5 – 30 Reviews
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7-Day Experience the Ultimate Northern Circuit Safari
$1,331 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping & Hotel
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Materuni (Highlight), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara NP, Arusha (End)
Sacred Wilderness Expedition
4.9/5 – 18 Reviews
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4-Day Joint Tour to Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro
$847 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Shared tour (max 6 people per vehicle)BudgetCamping & Hotel
You Visit: Arusha (Start), Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha (End)
Nkollo Tours & Safaris
5.0/5 – 44 Reviews
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9-Day Customized Uganda Holiday and Tour to See Gorillas
$3,061 pp (USD)
Uganda & Rwanda: Private tourLodge & Tented Camp
You Visit: Kigali (Start), Kisoro (Town), Bwindi NP (Gorillas), Queen Elizabeth NP, Kibale NP (Chimps), Murchison Falls NP, Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch, Entebbe (End)
Home To Africa Tours and Travel
4.9/5 – 278 Reviews
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8-Day Tanzania Safari & Zanzibar Adventure Mid Range
$3,410 to $3,456 pp (USD)
Tanzania: Private tour
Mid-range Lodge & Tented CampYou Visit: Arusha (Start), Lake Manyara NP, Central Serengeti, Northern Serengeti NP, Ngorongoro Highlands, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar (Beach), Arusha (End)
RO Scavenger Safaris
5.0/5 – 21 Reviews
7 Questions About African Safari Tours
Answered by
Harriet Nimmo
Harriet is a zoologist with more than 20 years’ experience working in conservation communications. She has traveled extensively throughout central, eastern and southern Africa, and has visited most of Africa’s national parks at least twice.› More about Harriet
7 Questions About African Safari Tours
Why should I choose an African safari tour?
“There are so many reasons to choose an African safari. Going on safari is an unforgettable experience, offering a heady mix of adventure, thrilling wildlife sightings, cultural encounters and spectacular scenery. It is a chance to escape the fast pace of the modern world. You’ll retreat to a simpler, more peaceful way of life, reconnecting with the daily rhythms of nature. For me, the wildlife sightings provide the adrenaline that keeps me coming back, time and time again. Who can ever forget their first sighting of an elephant in the wild or realizing just how tall a giraffe really is? And there is something so primeval when hearing the roar of a lion under a glittering night sky. Finally, going on safari can help protect Africa’s wild animals and wild places. The more paying visitors, the more local people are employed and the more incentive there is to protect Africa’s natural wonders.”
1Which are the best African countries for going on safari?
“All the classic safari countries make wonderful destinations for African safari tours. These countries are Kenya, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Zambia and South Africa. Which country you choose may depend on whether you’d like to combine your safari with another activity. For example you may like to add some beaches and/or Zanzibar in East Africa. Or perhaps Victoria Falls between Zambia and Zimbabwe, or fine dining around Cape Town and the winelands of South Africa. If this is your first safari, South Africa makes a good option. The private reserves bordering Kruger National Park can almost guarantee sightings of the Big Five. South Africa also has good infrastructure and excellent levels of service. However, you will not get the sweeping savannahs and ‘Out of Africa’ scenes here. For these you need to travel to Kenya or Tanzania. Of course, these two countries also offer the incredible wildebeest migration. Note though, you need to travel here at the right time of year to see this. Zambia and Zimbabwe should also be considered. They have stunning national parks, including South Luangwa and Hwange respectively. Both countries are slightly more off the beaten track with less mass tourism. Botswana perhaps feels the wildest of the safari countries, although this comes with a price.”
2What time of year is best for going on a safari?
“The best time of year, and the peak season, for most safaris is the Dry season. This is when the bush is less dense, and the wildlife is drawn to waterholes. Generally the wildlife is easier to find and see at this time. The Dry season means bright sunny days, and cooler nights. Of course, as the Dry season is peak safari season, there are more travelers and prices are higher. Dry season generally falls from May/June to September/October. You may also wish to consider going during the ‘Green season’ (also known as the Wet season or Emerald season). Although it may rain, often the showers are short downpours and then the sun comes back out again. It can be much cheaper to travel then, the bush is lush and green, and this is the breeding season for many of the animals. In East Africa, there are two Green seasons – the long rains between March and May, and the short rains from approximately October to December. In southern Africa the Green season is approximately from November to March. Temperatures can get very hot. Note that when it is wet there are more bugs and a greater risk of malaria.”
› Month-by-month review of the best time of year for a safari in Africa 3What wildlife can I expect to see?
“When it comes to seeing wildlife while on safari, this is wild nature and nothing can be guaranteed. You may see plenty of animals, including the Big Five (lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo and elephant). But there will be game drives when you don’t see very much at all. That will make the sightings you do see all the more special. The joy of safaris, and what makes them so addictive, is that you just never know what you might see around the next corner. If you listen closely to, and learn from your guide, you’ll be able to enjoy all aspects of Africa’s wildlife. Everything from baobab trees to dung beetle, to chameleon and cheeky mongoose. Don’t forget to also focus on the birds, as even a very quiet game drive usually delivers some great bird sightings.”
4What does a typical day look like on safari?
“All African safari holidays run to the same typical timetable. The best times to see wildlife, particularly predators being active, is at the beginning and end of the day. These golden hours at dawn and dusk are also the best times for photography. So be prepared for very early starts! You will usually be woken at dawn, and given tea, coffee, rusks or cereal. The aim is to get going on your game drive as early as possible at first light. The morning game drive usually lasts three to four hours, including a coffee and comfort break. You return to your camp or lodge for brunch. Then you are free to relax and take a siesta, or perhaps lie by the pool, during the middle of the day. It’s a good idea to bring something to read for this down time. Later in the afternoon you will meet again for tea and snacks, before setting out on your second game drive of the day. This will usually include a stop for sundowner drinks, to watch the setting sun. The game drive then returns to your accommodation in the dark, using a spotlight to look for nocturnal animals. Evening meals are usually served just after returning to camp. In some countries night drives are offered after dinner at around 8pm. Such drives can be a unique opportunity to spot nocturnal (only active at night) wildlife such as genets. Unless you have paid for exclusive use, be prepared for sharing your game-drive vehicle with other guests. This can be huge fun (although sometimes you need to be quite tolerant). It is always a good idea to offer to swap around your seating positions during your safari. ”
5How much will this safari cost?
“The costs of an African safari can vary enormously. You could pay anything from US$125 to US$1000 per person, per night. Sometimes considerably more. Safaris can be an expensive holiday, and you generally get what you pay for. At the budget end of the spectrum are African safari packages where you join organized tours, departing on set dates, with other groups of people. South Africa and Kenya offer some of the best value-for-money safaris. Your choice of accommodation will affect the cost of your safari. Mobile safaris, where you sleep in tents, are great for groups of friends or families traveling together. Some safari lodges have taken luxury to the extreme, with private plunge pools etc. That said, you will probably have the same wildlife-viewing experience as staying in a more rustic lodge. It’s a matter of deciding what features are most important to you. If your reserve or lodge is remote, getting there will also impact the price. To visit the Okavango Delta, in Botswana, you can only fly into the Delta. There are no road transfers, so this adds to the price of your trip. The Serengeti is accessible by road, but this is a long, bone-rattling journey. It’s much easier and more comfortable to take a quick trip in a small plane. Whatever the costs of your safari, if you’ve experienced good service, do tip generously. A few extra dollars or Euros will make a huge difference to your guide or lodge staff.”
6What should I consider when choosing an African safari tour?
“There is a lot of considerations to be taken into account when choosing an African safari tour operator. These include: If you are traveling with children, choose a family-friendly tour or lodge. In addition, you may prefer to choose a safari in a malaria-free area, for example in parts of South Africa. What type of safari do you want to go on? There are organized tours, departing on set dates, joining other groups of people. Or do you want an exclusive, tailor-made safari just for you? Are you happy to camp or do you want to stay in a luxury lodge? Your budget will probably determine your choices. Do you want to combine your safari with beaches, South Africa’s winelands, or a trip to Victoria Falls? This will help determine which country to choose.”
7Safari Reviews
African Safari
Breathtaking! Amazing! Anyone thinking of a safari, think no more, wait no further. The experience is absolutely soul fulfilling ! My wife and I are world travelers and would not trade what we experienced here for any of our many other...
Very good experience with Lambs
We made a full day Kruger with Lambs this Monday. It was a really pleasant experience. We loved the sightings, with especially 7 lions and 2 cubs among them. We saw many animals: Lambs was a perfect guide. However, I need to highlight...
Very professional and attentive tour guide
Our tour guide Michael was extraordinary! He truly made this trip memorable. Not only was he funny and nice, but he was also very informative. We learned alot during our trip and its clear that Michael truly loves what he does. Although our...
Good
Great vehicle, good communication. Gear was all there and we faced no issues with picking up or delivering.
Great communication
They made travelling easy for me, suggested everything for the hike and the my guide emanual was the best
Knowledgeable, efficient, kind and responsive to questions.
I contacted a variety of agents via Google search. After a few days of posing my questions and requirements I found myself warming to Michelle at Explore & Travel Africa. She was knowledgeable, responded quickly, and in particular paid...