Luxury African Safari
The Luxury African Safari Experience: Personalized Service, Comfort and Indulgence with Unforgettable Wildlife
See the African wilderness in luxury. Whether you dream of spotting the Big Five or having breakfast with giraffes, our expert travel advisors will make sure every detail of your luxury African safari is effortless and memorable.
With a focus on adventure, we arrange guided tours of the African wilderness, national parks and game reserves in countries such as Tanzania, Kenya, South Africa, Botswana, and many others so you can spot elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and many other unique African species.
Popular Luxury African Safaris
The Serengeti
The Serengeti in Tanzania is one of the most famous safari destinations in Africa, known for its huge herds of wildebeest and zebras, as well as its large population of lions, leopards, and other big cats. Luxury safaris in the Serengeti typically include stays in luxury tented camps and lodges, and offer game drives, walking safari, and hot air balloon rides.
The Maasai Mara
The Maasai Mara in Kenya is another popular luxury safari destination, known for its large herds of wildebeest, zebras, and other grazing animals. It's also a great place to see big cats, elephants, and other wildlife. Luxury safaris in the Maasai Mara typically include stays in luxury tented camps and lodges, and offer game drives and hot air balloon experiences.
The Okavango Delta
The Okavango Delta in Botswana is a unique ecosystem that is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, and hippos. Luxury safaris in the Okavango Delta typically include stays in luxury tented camps and lodges, and offer game drives, kayaking, and fishing.
Kruger National Park
Kruger National Park in South Africa is one of the largest game reserves in Africa and home to a wide variety of wildlife, including the big five (lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffaloes) and many other species. Luxury safaris in the Kruger National Park typically include stays in luxury lodges and offer game drives.
Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls in Zambia and Zimbabwe is a popular destination for luxury safaris, known for its natural beauty and adventure activities. Luxury safaris to the Victoria Falls typically include stays in luxury lodges and offer activities such as game drives, white-water rafting, bungee jumping, helicopter flights and many more.
Zambia
Zambia is considered the birthplace of the walking safari, a unique way to experience wildlife and nature on foot. It offers a quiet, close-up, and immersive experience, allowing you to connect with the environment and wildlife in a truly unforgettable way.
An Experience of a Lifetime
A luxury African safari guarantees a high level of service and comfort that typically includes staying in high-end accommodations such as luxury tented camps, lodges, and villas, often with spectacular views of the surrounding wilderness. These accommodations offer amenities such as private bathrooms, air conditioning, and sometimes even a private pool.
The safari experience itself is usually done in a 4x4 vehicle, with a knowledgeable guide who will take you on game drives to see the wildlife. You can also view wildlife on a guided walk, in a hot air balloon, or by boat, depending on the location.
Meals are an important part of a luxury safari, and many lodges and camps offer gourmet dining experiences featuring local and international cuisine, often paired with fine wines.
Luxury safaris can also include additional activities such as hot air balloon rides, bush picnics, spa treatments, and cultural experiences, such as visiting local villages, schools, or markets.
Unique Safari Opportunities
Breakfast with Giraffes
Breakfast with Giraffes is a popular activity offered at Giraffe Manor, a boutique hotel located in Kenya. During this experience, enjoy your morning meal while being visited by the resident herd of Rothschild's giraffes, which stick their long necks through the windows to be fed by hand. It is a unique, unforgettable and intimate encounter with giraffes.
The Great Migration
Experience millions of wildebeest, zebras, and other herbivores travel across the Serengeti-Masai Mara ecosystem in search of food and water in The Great Migration, an annual phenomenon. Since the migration is a dynamic event our travel advisors coordinate the best timing and locations for the best combination of wildlife viewing and refined accommodations.
Hot Air Balloon
Hot air balloon rides offer a unique aerial perspective of the African savanna, providing a panoramic view of the landscape that is not possible from the ground. Floating through the air is a peaceful and serene experience at a relaxed pace, away from the noise and distractions of the ground. It’s an ideal way to see wildlife.
Wildlife Sanctuaries
Wildlife sanctuaries offer the opportunity for up-close encounters with animals that are not possible in the wild, such as hand-feeding giraffes or getting close to elephants, lions, or rhinos. Wildlife sanctuaries often provide educational programs and guided tours that aim to increase awareness and understanding of African wildlife and its conservation.
Safari by Boat
A safari by boat can access areas that are difficult or impossible to reach by land, giving you a chance to see wildlife and landscapes that few people have ever seen. Many African animals, such as hippos and crocodiles, are most easily seen from the water, and boat safaris provide up-close views of these and other species.
Helicopter Tours
Helicopter tours can cover large distances in a short amount of time, allowing you to see more of the breathtaking aerial views of the African wilderness in a single trip. Helicopters can reach remote areas that are inaccessible by car, giving you the opportunity to see wildlife and landscapes that are not seen by most travelers.
