100 Best Safari Destinations in Africa ,The are Kruger National Park, Cape Town, Masai Mara and Serengeti – feature highly on these itineraries but so do off-the-beaten-path destinations in Tanzania and Botswana as well as tucked-away beaches in the Seychelles and Mozambique.
Browse our best African tours below for inspiration. If something appeals, simply contact one of our African Safari Experts and they’ll take it from there.
100 Best Safari Destinations in Africa
1. East Africa’s Mara, Crater & Serengeti Migration
Duration: 9 Days | Destinations Visited: 6 | Accommodation Visited: 4
The dramatic and bittersweet river crossings start from about July.
One of our best African tours, this 9-day safari kicks off in Kenya’s Masai Mara before heading south into Tanzania for the Serengeti, Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Crater. Focused on wildlife, this is a great opportunity to witness the wildebeest migration so ask us about getting your timing right.
Tour highlights
- Unmatched viewing of the Big 5
- Collection of Africa’s best lodges
- Day & night game drives
- Witness the Great Migration in full-swing
- Nature walks & mountain bike experiences
Best for these traveller types
Couples, Honeymooners, Families & Groups
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2. Honeymoon Cape Town and Kruger
Duration: 9 Days | Destinations Visited: 4 | Accommodation Visited: 2
Lebombo’s private decks feature day beds, perfect for afternoon siestas.
Two of South Africa’s landmark destinations feature on this classic 9-day combination tour and the accommodation ranks among the best on the continent. Expect fine wine, gourmet food, huge views and all the thrills of a Big 5 safari in an exclusive Kruger reserve.
Tour highlights
- Exceptional collection of accommodation
- Five-star cuisine & service
- Superb Big 5 game viewing
- Day & night game drives
- Guided safari walks
Best for these traveller types
Couples & Honeymooners
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3. Private Guided Botswana, Vic Falls and Zimbabwe
Duration: 14 Days | Destinations Visited: 7 | Accommodation Visited: 4
Hwange is home to the second-largest population of elephants in Africa.
Four incredible southern Africa destinations await the adventure traveller on this 14-day experiential safari: the Okavango Delta in northern Botswana, and Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park and the unique Matobos in Zimbabwe. With a private guide on safari with you for the duration of the trip, you’ll enjoy well-rounded expertise and a completely tailored experience. It’s one of our best southern Africa safari tours – ask us about the best time to travel for maximum reward
Tour highlights
- Discover the Okavango Delta on a mokoro
- Marvel at the Victoria Falls
- Game drives & nature walks in Hwange & Matabos
- Private guide accompanies you all the way
- Can be tailored to specialist interests
Best for these traveller types
Couples, Honeymooners, Families & Groups
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4. Crater, Serengeti & Masai Mara
Duration: 10 Days | Destinations Visited: 6 | Accommodation Visited: 4
Sand River Masai Mara is a tented camp perfectly located for the Wildebeest Migration.
Experience the very best of Kenya and Tanzania on this exclusive safari, as you explore the Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Selous Game Reserve. Stay in personalized tented camps, and enjoy quality service and superb crowd-free game viewing. This is authentic Africa at its best.
Tour highlights
- Fly-in convenience & luxurious accommodation
- Amazing year-round game viewing
- Big 5 sightings & Wildebeest Migration
- Game drives, walks, horseback safaris & birding
- Family-friendly lodges & activities
Best for these traveller types
Couples, Honeymooners, Families & Groups
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5. Tanzania Migration & Uganda Gorillas
Duration: 15 Days | Destinations Visited: 8 | Accommodation Visited: 6
Perfect for the traveller looking for an authentic safari experience, this 15-day Kenya safari and gorilla adventure focuses on special cultural encounters, exceptional game-viewing and breathtaking scenery. Highlights include a balloon safari over the Masai Mara and gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park in Uganda.
Tour highlights
- See the extraordinary Wildebeest Migration in season
- Seek out Big 5 game viewing
- Life-changing gorilla trekking in Uganda’s lush rainforests
- Cultural encounters with the Batwa people
- Night game drives in search of elusive nocturnal animals
Best for these traveller types
Couples, Honeymooners, Families & Groups
6. Sabi Sands, Cape Town and the Masai Mara
Duration: 11 Days | Destinations Visited: 4 |
The Cape Grace has views of Table Mountain.
Experience three highly diverse and rewarding destinations on this African safari tour. Start in Kenya’s flagship Masai Mara National Reserve before flying to South Africa for a Big 5 safari in Kruger and a grand finale in Cape Town.
Highlights:
- Game drives, bush walks and balloon rides in the Masai Mara
- Personal service and culinary experiences at Dulini River Lodge
- Big 5 game viewing in Sabi Sands
- Impeccable service and fine dining at Cape Grace
- Exploring Cape Town and the V&A Waterfront
Best for:
Adventurous and discerning travellers
7. Honeymoon Cape Town, Kruger & Mozambique
Duration: 14 Days | Destinations Visited: 7 | Accommodation Visited: 4
End your safari on the sheltered coastline of Benguerra Island.
Start your 2-week vacation in Cape Town, Africa’s favourite city. Then search for the Big 5 in a private Kruger reserve before swopping the binoculars for a mask and flippers as you explore the teeming reefs of the Bazaruto Archipelago. Featuring excellent spa facilities throughout, this safari & beach itinerary is perfect as a honeymoon or spoil-me-rotten holiday.
Tour highlights
- Luxury apartment in trendy city neighbourhood
- 2 full-day tours in Cape Town
- Complimentary chauffeur to V&A Waterfront
- Game viewing with Shangaan trackers
- Spot-lit night drives & walking safaris
Best for these traveller types
Couples, Honeymooners, Families & Groups
8. Cape Town to Tanzania by Rail & Zanzibar
Duration: 22 Days | Destinations Visited: 5 | Accommodation Visited: 3
See the continent’s most beautiful landscapes on this epic luxury train journey.
A genuine once-in-a-lifetime experience: ride the world’s most luxurious train on a 3-week journey that packs in a Big 5 safari, iconic sight-seeing and a tropical beach getaway as you sweep across the continent from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam.
Tour highlights
- Explore vibrant Cape Town
- See Table Mountain & the Cape Winelands
- Travel on the world’s most luxurious train
- Enjoy a malaria-free Big 5 safari
- Take a tour of mighty Victoria Falls
Best for these traveller types
Couples, Honeymooners, Families & Groups
9. Scenic Tanzania Safari
Duration: 9 Days | Destinations Visited: 5 | Accommodation Visited: 4
Sayari Camp’s wide verandas offer panoramic views of the Serengeti.
Explore some of the most beautiful wildlife regions in Tanzania on this sensational 9-day safari. Start your journey in the Tarangire National Park before travelling to the Ngorongoro Conservation area for some game viewing on the Crater floor, then end off your trip in the Big 5 star of the show – the Serengeti National Park.
Tour highlights
- Walking safaris in Tarangire & Serengeti
- Excellent game viewing in Ngorongoro Crater
- Savour farm-fresh coffee in Arusha
- Seek out nocturnal animals on night drives
- Excellent birding near Tarangire wetland
Best for these traveller types
Couples, Honeymooners, Families & Groups
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10. Honeymoon Cape Town, Kruger & Seychelles
Duration: 15 Days | Destinations Visited: 8 | Accommodation Visited: 4
Exquisite outdoor dining at Banyan Tree Seychelles.
Sensational accommodation in three of Africa’s most sought-after destinations is the order of the day with this diverse and highly rewarding 15-day tour. Perfect for a honeymoon or exclusive celebration, this tour blends the Big 5 with dreamy scenery and luxurious barefoot beach living.
Tour highlights
- An over-the-top luxurious safari
- Stay at Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront at the city’s top hotels
- See the Big 5 in the iconic Sabi Sands at Singita
- Enjoy spa treatments in the wilderness
- Indulge in an ocean-edge romantic dinner
Best for these traveller types
Couples & Honeymooners
