African Safari

Elephants at the waterhole, lions on the plains and starry nights in the bush. A safari is a trip you’ll never forget, and our travel consultants have been there.

Plan Your Safari

Choosing where and when to go, which camps to stay in and how to get between them makes all the difference on safari. Here’s where we start.

Leopard resting beside a river on safari in South Africa — Leopard in South Africa

Lion resting in the long grass on safari in South Africa — Lion in South Africa

Sunset over the trees in South Luangwa National Park, Zambia — Sunset in Zambia

Top Destinations

Where to Go

Kenya & Tanzania: the Masai Mara, the Serengeti and the Great Migration
South Africa: Kruger and private game reserves, easy to combine with Cape Town and the Winelands
Botswana: the Okavango Delta and exclusive, low-density camps
Zambia: walking safaris in South Luangwa
Rwanda & Uganda: gorilla trekking

Lodge, Camp or Tour

Styles of Safari

Luxury lodges: beautiful rooms, fine dining and private guides
Tented camps: canvas walls, comfortable beds and the sounds of the bush all around you
Small-group tours: great value, with an expert guide and new friends
Walking safaris: experience the wild up close, on foot with an armed guide

Timing

When to Go

The dry season, roughly June through October in much of East and Southern Africa, is generally best for spotting wildlife, as animals gather near water.

The green season brings lush scenery, baby animals, fewer visitors and often better rates. The timing of the Great Migration varies through the year, and we’ll help you plan around it.

Good to Know

Before You Go

Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months past your return date (the safest rule of thumb), and check visa requirements for each country
Visit a travel health clinic about vaccinations and malaria prevention
Pack in soft-sided bags, as small bush planes have strict luggage limits
Bring neutral-coloured clothing and layers for cool early mornings
Make sure your travel insurance includes emergency medical and evacuation coverage