African Tours & Cruises in 2026

from $26,443

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East African Style

14 Day Itinerary

• Explore private reserves
• Stay in safari lodges
• Search for the Big 5
• Enjoy light aircraft flights

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Nairobi / Ngorongoro Crater

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 14-day luxury tour takes you to the best of Kenya and Tanzania's national parks and wildlife reserves. Experience the vast landscapes of the Maasai Mara and Serengeti, spotting wildlife from the comfort of a 4x4 Land Cruiser and staying at some of the region's most exclusive lodges and camps.

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from $1,230

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Zanzibar Beach Island Getaway

4 Day Itinerary

• Relax on the beach!
• Experience white-sand beaches
• Experience culinary tastes

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Breezes Beach Club and Spa Zanzibar / Breezes Beach Club and Spa Zanzibar

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend 4 days exploring Zanzibar's pristine eastern shoreline at Breezes Beach Club and Spa. Experience endless white-sand beaches meeting crystal-clear azure waters.

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from $2,508

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Zebra Plains Mara Camp Fly-In Safari

4 Day Itinerary

• Discover Maasai Mara wildlife
• Witness the Great Migration
• Wildlife watch on hot air balloon
• Visit traditional Maasai tribe

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Nairobi / Masai Mara

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Fishing

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 4-day journey brings you to the Masai Mara National Reserve, the most famous animal preserve in Africa. This animal sanctuary is a popular Kenya safari location in East Africa, offering a variety of activities for visitors. Stay at Zebra Plains Camp and get the chance to take the hot-air balloon safari for breathtaking views.

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from $13,380

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South Atlantic Cruise: From Antarctica to South Africa

Ushuaia - Cape Town - 22 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

• Observe penguins, seals, and whales
• Explore the wildlife of Antarctica
• Navigate through towering icebergs
• See different seabird species

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Buenos Aires / Cape Town

Activities

Urban Exploration, Photography Seminars

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 22-day cruise from Ushuaia to Cape Town aboard the SH Diana. This polar adventure offers a chance to explore remote and pristine locations with opportunities to see penguins, seals, and whales, combined with learning experiences and onboard relaxation.

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from $9,450

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A Circumnavigation of Sicily with Smithsonian Journeys

Valletta - Valletta - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Take a loop around Sicily
• Discover Sicily's beautiful cities
• Visit Syracuse
• Explore Palermo

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Valletta / Valletta

Activity Level

Variable

During this 9-day cruise around Sicily aboard the new luxury expedition ship Le Bougainville, you'll be able to explore mythical places at the crossroads of Eastern and Western civilizations. Discover Sicily's most beautiful historic cities and ancient sites.

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from $15,750

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Atlantic Odyssey Including Antarctic Peninsula to St. Helena

33 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Sail across the Drake Passage
• Meet gentoo penguins & brown skuas
• Set foot on the Antarctic Continent
• Visit Shackleton's grave site

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Port of Ushuaia / St. Helena Island

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the world´s most remote islands on this 33-day cruise aboard the MV Plancius, an ice-strengthened vessel. Sail through the Antarctic Peninsula and enjoy the scenic waterway and the incredible variety of wildlife on your way to St. Helena.

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from $14,495

EBD

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Madrid to Marrakech: An Atlantic Adventure

Madrid - Marrakech - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• Explore Madrid’s Royal Palace
• Visit Burgos Cathedral’s splendor
• Discover Vigo’s vibrant harbor
• Taste Lisbon’s specialties

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Madrid / Marrakesh

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Cooking Classes, Wine Tasting

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 15-day cruise from Madrid to Marrakech aboard the Douglas Mawson, exploring Spain's coastal gems and Portugal's rich heritage. Journey through historic maritime routes, from Santiago de Compostela to Tangier, before concluding in Marrakech's vibrant heart of Berber culture.

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from $7,992

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Highlights of Kenya by Land

11 Day Itinerary

• Search for elephants
• Search for Elephants
• Visit Masai Mara
• Learn about Masai

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Nairobi / Nairobi

Activity Level

Easy Active

Spend 11 exciting days exploring Kenya's wildlife parks on this driving safari tour. You will cover the Amboseli National Park, Samburu National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park and the famed Masai Mara. This wildlife-centered itinerary will leave a lasting impression of Kenya's wild beauty, including chances to spot majestic elephants.

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from $5,495

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Kafue & Lower Zambezi Snapshot

7 Day Itinerary

• Experience wildlife viewing
• Look for various safari wildlife
• Enjoy walking safaris with a guide
• Go on day or night game drives

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Kutali Camp / Lusaka

Activities

Camping

Activity Level

Easy Active

Explore Lower Zambezi National Park on a 7-day safari trip combining two of Africa's finest and wildest wildlife areas, the Kafue and the Lower Zambezi. Hugely different habitats and wildlife in each location, a combination of the two areas makes for a wholly rewarding safari holiday.

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from $5,810

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Grand Voyage: Malta, Balearics & Spain

Malta - Las Palmas - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer

• Explore Valletta’s historic charm
• Discover Gozo’s serene beauty
• Sail Cagliari’s medieval coast
• Wander Palma’s Gothic streets

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Valletta / Las Palmas

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 20-day cruise aboard the Star Flyer, exploring UNESCO-listed Valletta, Gozo’s myths, and scenic Mediterranean gems. Highlights include Gothic Palma, Cartagena’s ruins, and Tenerife’s towering Mount Teide.

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from $18,200

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Atlantic Odyssey including Antarctic Peninsula to Cape Verde

Ushuaia - Praia - 43 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Explore Antarctica watching whales
• Follow Wildlife Migrations
• Visit Rare Destinations
• Cross the Equator

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Port of Ushuaia / Praia

Activities

Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 43-day Atlantic Odyssey aboard the MV Plancius, traveling from Ushuaia to Praia with stops at the Antarctic Peninsula and Cape Verde. Cruise south to Antarctica to see vast frozen landscapes and wildlife like whales, seals, and penguins. Follow migratory paths of Arctic Terns and whales north, then sail from St. Helena to Cape Verde.

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from $21,323

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Luxury Kenya Safari

10 Day Itinerary

• See the big five
• Explore Mara North Conservancy
• Join game rides
• Spot some zebras
• Visit the rescued chimpanzees

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Nairobi / Nairobi

Activity Level

Relaxed

Join this 10-day Luxury Kenya Safari departing from and returning to Nairobi as you explore Chyulu Hills National Park, Solio Game Reserve, and Masai Mara.

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from $2,790

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Cruise in Seychelles

Roundtrip Mahe - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Pegasos

• Explore the island of Curieuse
• Swim at Anse de Source d' Argent
• Snorkel in the waters of St. Pierre
• Visit the community of La Digue

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Mahe / Mahe

Activity Level

Variable

Join an 8-day cruise on the Pegasos to explore the beautiful Seychelles, featuring remote islands and stunning beaches. Enjoy activities like snorkeling, hiking, and wildlife viewing, culminating in a guided walk on Moyenne Island before returning to Mahe.

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from $4,560

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Spain, Morocco & Portugal

Nice - Lisbon - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper

• Explore old Mediterranean ports
• See scenic coastlines on the trip
• Visit a number of iconic landmarks
• Encounter Tangier's cultural fusion

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Nice / Lisbon

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Sail on a 14-day cruise through Spain, Morocco, and Portugal aboard the Royal Clipper. Explore Ajaccio, Mahon, and Ibiza before visiting Motril, a gateway to Granada’s Alhambra. Discover Malaga, Puerto Banus, and Gibraltar’s famous Rock. Stop in Tangier, Cadiz, and Portimao before a final day at sea, ending in Lisbon, a historical place to explore.

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from $2,050

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Cruise in Seychelles

Mahe - Praslin - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Pegasos

• Explore Curieuse’s mangroves
• Enjoy remote Curieuse Island
• Visit Cousin Island bird sanctuary
• Snorkel St Pierre’s vibrant reefs

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Mahe / Baie St Anne

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 5-day cruise on the Pegasos through the Seychelles, visiting remote islands, swimming spots, and unique wildlife. Enjoy guided excursions to Curieuse, Cousin, and Aride Islands, and soak in Creole culture in Baie St. Anne.

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from $64,710

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Unexplored East Antarctica & French Southern Lands

Hobart, Tasmania - Cape Town - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Trace footsteps of explorers
• Set sail from Hobart
• Navigate through coastal ice floes
• wildlife of the Southern Ocean
• eastern side of Antarctica

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Hobart / Cape Town

Activities

Hiking, Land & Sea Exploration, Kayaking, Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Variable

Sail on a 29-day half-circumnavigation of Antarctica aboard Le Commandant Charcot from Tasmania to the southern tip of Africa. Follow the paths of explorers, witness icebergs and glaciers, and visit Australian research stations Casey and Davis.

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from $6,529

Free Air

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Secrets of Egypt & the Nile

Roundtrip Cairo - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaLilia

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

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Cairo / Cairo

Activity Level

Variable

Experience the wonders of ancient Egypt on a 12-day Nile cruise aboard MS AmaLiLia. 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 - Dakar to Dakar

Roundtrip Dakar - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Harmony V

• Explore Dakar’s colonial heritage
• Discover Banjul’s rich history
• Spot rare birds in Bao Bolong
• Walk Janjanbureh’s streets

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Dakar / Dakar

Activities

Village Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Experience an 8-day cruise on the Harmony V through Senegal and Gambia, visiting UNESCO sites and vibrant cultures. Explore the Sine-Saloum Delta, wildlife-rich national parks, and historic locations like Kunta Kinteh Island, concluding your journey in Dakar.

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