African Tours & Cruises in 2026

from $8,340

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Safari Cruise along the Zambezi River - South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe

South Africa to Zimbabwe - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Zimbabwean Dream

• Hike to Victoria Falls
• Look for wildlife
• Discover Impalila Island
• Visit Chobe National Park

Starts / Ends

Johannesburg / Victoria Falls

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Helicopter Tours, Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

From Johannesburg, South Africa, enjoy this 9-day exploration cruise of Southern Africa aboard the luxurious Zimbabwean Dream. Get an up-close experience of the region's wildlife, observe the grandness of Victoria Falls, and meet the locals. Along the way you'll visit Chobe National Park, Lake Kariba, and other top destinations.

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from $2,385

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Victoria Falls & Hwange

6 Day Itinerary

• Stay close to Victoria Falls
• Enjoy game drives in Hwange Park
• Watch wildlife from the camp's deck
• Join a canopy zip-line tour

Activity Level

Easy Active

Experience a taste of the two most popular attractions in all of Zimbabwe on this short 6-day tour to Victoria Falls and Hwange National Park. Stay in the hotel closest to the Falls and take in its spectacular sight! Go on safari in Hwange National Park. Stay in a tented safari camp and go on game drives on this classic Zimbabwe safari tour.

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from $1,337

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Chobe National Park

3 Day Itinerary

• Watch wildlife gather at the river
• Take daily game drives
• Cruise the Chobe River

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend 3 days in Chobe National Park on this Botswana extension tour. Enjoy game drives in search of wildlife, cruises on the Chobe River, and great views of the African night sky. This is a great way to extend your southern Africa vacation!

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from $10,378

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Elewana Fly-In Safari

8 Day Itinerary

• Walk around the African bushes
• Join Lion tracking in Loisaba
• Witness wildebeest migration
• Do stargazing under the sky
• Enjoy safari activities

Starts / Ends

Nairobi / Nairobi

Activity Level

Easy Active

Join this 8-day Elewana Fly-In Safari departing from and returning to Nairobi as you explore Meru National Park, Loisaba Conservancy, and Masai Mara. 

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from $5,850

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Uganda Gorilla Extension

4 Day Itinerary

• Track gorillas on foot
• Explore clear mountain streams
• Visit a local village

Activity Level

Relaxed

This short 4-day Uganda tour is a great extension for those short on time but desiring an Africa safari encounter with mountain gorillas in Uganda. Travel to the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest where you venture into the thick jungle in hopes of glimpsing some of the few remaining gorillas in their natural habitat. A great addition to any Africa tour!

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from $4,513

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Kenya Family Safari

8 Day Itinerary

• See the Big Five animals
• Embark on a scenic boat ride
• Join a game ride
• Spot some zebras
• Visit the rescued chimpanzees

Starts / Ends

Nairobi / Nairobi

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 8-day Kenya Family Safari begins and ends in Nairobi, the capital city of Africa. Explore Ol Pejeta and Masai Mara National Reserve, with wildlife sightings and cultural experiences at every turn.

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from $27,514

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Luxury Botswana Safari

12 Day Itinerary

• Visit Victoria Falls
• Drive through Linyanti Concession
• Mokoro on the Okavango Delta
• Observe wildlife

Activities

Fishing, Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience Botswana and Victoria Falls in luxury on our 12-day safari tour. Accompanied by private guides, explore Mokoro on the Okavango Delta, get up close to elephants, zebra, and other wildlife, while you stay in Botswana's finest accommodations. Safari options include expeditions by private C208 planes, 4x4 vehicles, and hikes.

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from $14,795

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Stars of South Africa

15 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen

• Tour famous wineries
• Take a cable car ride
• Drive through Chobe National Park
• Experience the local culture

Starts / Ends

Cape Town / Johannesburg

Activities

Wine Tasting

Activity Level

Variable

This two-week adventure combines a stay in Cape Town, a river cruise aboard the Zambezi Queen, and a stay in the private Tintswalo Atlantic game lodge. Experience the best of South Africa with the opportunity to visit national parks, take game drives, and visit Victoria Falls, all in one itinerary!

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from $1,170

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Victoria Falls Extension

3 Day Itinerary

• Feel the mist from Victoria Falls
• Stay in a Victoria Falls hotel
• Observe wildlife near Zambezi River

Activity Level

Relaxed

Stay in a Victoria Falls hotel as a stopover to your Zimbabwe tour. Included in your two night hotel package are transfers to and from Victoria Falls town. Guided tours may be arranged in Victoria Falls, or other adventures such as whitewater rafting on the Zambezi, guided wildlife spotting tours, or even bungee jumping!

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from $9,722

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Uganda Wildlife Safari

7 Day Itinerary

• Safari through the Kasenyi plains
• Track chimpanzees on foot
• Cruise the Kazinga Channel
• Walk through a local Bwindi village

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend a week in Uganda experiencing the rich cultural history of indigenous people and the excitement of tracking and observing wildlife. Game drive through the Kasenyi plains and explore the Bwindi impenetrable forest for a chance to spot tree-climbing lions. Stay at classic safari lodges such as Kyambura Gorge Lodge and Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge.

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from $12,680

$100 Dep.

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West Africa Cruise from Ghana to Angola

Tema to Luanda - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

• See Lome's market and landmarks
• Unwind in Principe's pristine beach
• Immerse in Gabon’s rich wildlife
• Explore Luanda’s Iron Palace

Starts / Ends

Tema / Luanda

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 15-day West African cruise from Ghana to Angola aboard SH Diana, visiting destinations like Lome, Cotonou, Sao Tome, and Gabon. Highlights include Ghana’s forts, Lome’s voodoo market, Cotonou’s stilt village, and Gabon’s rainforests, with opportunities to relax on Macaco Beach and explore Luanda’s modern transformation.

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from $6,529

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Secrets of Egypt & the Nile

Roundtrip Cairo - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amadahlia

• Explore Cairo’s Egyptian Museum
• Visit Luxor’s Karnak Temple
• Cruise Nile River Valley
• Discover Abu Simbel Temples

Starts / Ends

Cairo / Cairo

Activity Level

Variable

Experience the wonders of ancient Egypt on a 12-day Nile cruise aboard MS Amadahlia. Explore iconic sites like Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, and the Great Pyramids while savoring authentic cuisine.

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from $3,250

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Rivers of West Africa - Banjul to Banjul

Roundtrip Banjul - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Harmony V

• Walk through to Batelling
• Discover Baboon Island
• Visit Kaur's museum
• Explore Dakar's surroundings

Starts / Ends

Banjul / Banjul

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise along the Gambia River aboard the Harmony V, exploring wildlife and local culture from Banjul to Tendaba. Enjoy guided tours, optional excursions to national parks, and visits to UNESCO sites like Kunta Kinteh Island before returning to Banjul.

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from $12,590

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Tropical Charms of the Seychelles

Roundtrip Mahe - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Kaia

• Sail Sainte Anne clear waters
• Explore Cousin Island bird haven
• Relax Praslin Island white beach
• Discover La Digue pink sands

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Mahe / Mahe

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the Emerald Kaia through the stunning Seychelles, starting in Mahe Island. Explore vibrant marine life, pristine beaches, and diverse wildlife across the islands, concluding your adventure back in Mahe.

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from $12,680

$100 Dep.

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Southwest Africa Cruise

Luanda to Tema - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

• Explore Luanda's Iron Palace
• See Gabon's rainforests & wildlife
• Swim at Príncipe’s Macaco Beach
• Trek through Diosso Gorge

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Luanda / Tema

Activities

Village Visits, Local Market Visits, Snorkeling, Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on this 15-day cruise in Southwest Africa from Luanda to Tema aboard SH Diana. Discover historic landmarks like the Iron Palace and São Miguel Fortress. Enjoy the natural wonders of Gabon and São Tomé’s rainforests. Explore lively cities like Cotonou, Benin, Lome, and Togo, rich with vibrant markets, voodoo traditions, and colonial history.

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from $1,550

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Luxor to Aswan

5 Day Itinerary aboard Sanctuary Sun Boat IV

• Visit the Temple of Karnak
• Attend an Egyptian cooking lesson
• Sail around Elephantine Island

Activity Level

Variable

Explore this historic region of Egypt on a 5-day Nile River cruise from Luxor to Aswan. Aboard the Sanctuary Sun Boat IV, discover the legendary Nile River and explore some of the most significant Egyptian ruins in the region.

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from $1,550

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Luxor to Aswan

5 Day Itinerary aboard Nile Adventurer

• Visit the Temple of Karnak
• Attend an Egyptian cooking lesson
• Sail around Elephantine Island

Starts / Ends

Luxor / Aswan

Activities

Cooking Classes

Activity Level

Variable

This 5-day Nile River trip from Luxor to Aswan explores this ancient region of Egypt. Discover the famed Nile River and some of the most significant Egyptian ruins in the vicinity aboard the Sanctuary Nile Adventurer.

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from $12,603

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A Walk in the Wild

11 Day Itinerary

• See varied wildlife population
• Enjoy variety of Safari scenery
• Explore magnificent Loita Hills
• Learn Maasai tribe culture.

Starts / Ends

Ololo Safari Lodge / Sentinel Mara Camp

Activities

Hiking

Activity Level

Moderate

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Kenya on this 11-day safari. From forested hills to savannah, experience diverse wildlife and culture every step of the way.

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