Top Africa Trips & Tours in December 2025

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Simien Mountains Trek

7 Day Itinerary

• Spend four days hiking the Simiens
• Spot gelada baboons and foxes
• Spend two nights at Simien Lodge
• Summit Bwahit Peak on the 4th day

Activity Level

Ultimate

This 7-day trekking tour of Ethiopia spends four days navigating the Simien Mountain range, one of the largest in Africa, followed by two nights in a lodge. Led by an expert guide, you'll hike through spectacular scenery, spot endemic Ethiopian wildlife, and marvel at the panoramic view of the Simien Mountains from atop the summit of Bwahit Peak.

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from $3,383

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Omo Valley Snapshot

6 Day Itinerary

• Visit Konso and Chencha villages
• Wander a diverse market in Key Afar
• See a Mursi village in Mago Park

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Addis Ababa / Addis Ababa

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore some of the most isolated tribes on this 6-day Omo Valley tour in Ethiopia. Visit Konso, Tsemai, and Chencha villages. Observe the Ari and Benna people at the Key Afar market and visit the Mursi people renowned for their unique lip plates in Mago National Park. Get a snapshot of the Omo Valley cultures on this 6-day tour in Ethiopia.

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from $2,753

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Ethiopia Highlights

5 Day Itinerary

• Tour Lalibela's rock-hewn churches
• Visit Red Terror Martyrs Memorial
• Explore museums and craft markets
• See wall paintings at Genete Mariam

Starts / Ends

Addis Ababa / Addis Ababa

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore the main highlights of Ethiopia on this short 5-day tour of Lalibela, Genete Mariam, and Addis Ababa. Visit the most popular sites on this cultural tour, starting in Lalibela. See the rock-hewn churches and Genete Mariam. Explore Addis Ababa with visits to the Red Terror Martyrs Memorial Museum.

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from $8,333

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Tanzania: Full Northern Circuit

11 Day Itinerary

• Explore Tarangire's wildlife
• Witness Lake Natron’s red waters
• See the Serengeti’s Great Migration
• Experience Tanzanian culture

Starts / Ends

Honeyguide Tarangire Camp / Serengeti National Park

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Easy Active

Experience an 11-day Tanzania safari tour visiting Tarangire National Park, Lake Natron, Ngorongoro Crater, and the Serengeti. Witness diverse wildlife, explore unique landscapes, and engage in unforgettable cultural activities.

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from $2,975

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Tanzania Trails

Tanzania Small Group Tour - 7 Day Itinerary

• Explore the Serengeti
• Stay in safari camps
• Spot the Big 5
• Experience rural life

Starts / Ends

Tarangire National Park / Ngorongoro Crater

Activities

Horseback Riding

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend 7 days exploring the best of Tanzania, covering the main highlights of Tanzania's Northern Circuit and including some of East Africa's best wildlife viewing. This small group tour is the perfect introduction to a safari in Tanzania. Keep an eye out for the Big 5 on a game drive around Lake Manyara!

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from $2,245

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Livingstone Safari

5 Day Itinerary

• See Mount Kilimanjaro
• Walk around Tsavo West river forest
• Spot giraffes in Amboseli
• Stay at the wilderness camp

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Nairobi / Amboseli National Park

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 5-day safari takes you to two of Kenya's most beautiful national parks: Tsavo West and Amboseli. Witness breathtaking views of the wilderness and wildlife of Africa. Animal enthusiasts can observe black rhinos, elephants, waterbuck, eland, buffalo, fringe-eared oryx, impala, and Maasai giraffe, among other species.

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from $5,630

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Diverse Namibia

Namibia Small Group Tour - 9 Day Itinerary

• Explore freestanding sand dunes
• Drive through Etosha National Park
• Cruise on Walvis Bay
• Visit Ugab Rhino Trust

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Windhoek / Windhoek

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience Namibia's unique culture, landscape and wildlife on this 9-day African safari tour. Highlighting Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Damaraland and Etosha National Park, this diverse Namibia tour is full of adventure and exploration. Return each night to comfortable lodges such as Kulala Adventurer Camp and Ongava Tented Camp.

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from $3,147

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Mara North Conservancy Fly-In Safari

4 Day Itinerary

• Experience daily game drives
• Explore Mara North Conservancy
• Spot the Big Five in their habitat
• Take a hot air balloon safari

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Nairobi / Nairobi

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience thrilling game drives, spot the Big Five, and enjoy close encounters with wildlife in their natural habitat on this 4-day Mara North Conservancy safari adventure. Relax at the Karen Blixen Camp, savor delicious meals, and watch hippos in the Mara River.

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from $2,297

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Madagascar Express: Eastern Highlights

Antananarivo Roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary

• Scenic drive to Andasibe Park
• Tour of Perinet National Park
• Explore Palmarium Reserve
• Night walk in Mitsinjo Reserve
• Explore Eastern Madagascar

Starts / Ends

Antananarivo / Antananarivo

Activities

Rainforest Exploration

Activity Level

Easy Active

Experience this 7-day journey through Madagascar’s natural beauty and cultural wonders. Travel east to explore Andasibe National Park and the Mitsinjo Community Reserve. Witness rare wildlife, including the Indri indri, and the Aye-aye. Visit the Palmarium Reserve, take boat rides along the scenic Canal des Pangalanes, and relax in Ankanin'ny Nofy.

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from $3,430

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Petra and the Nile Tour

Small Group Tour - 13 Day Itinerary

• Stroll along Jerash Roman ruins
• Discover Amman's Citadel
• Enjoy a jeep safari in Wadi Rum
• See the Great Pyramids of Giza

Starts / Ends

Amman / Cairo

Activities

Spa Relaxation, Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 15-day tour covers highlights of Jordan and Egypt. Visit Jerash, Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea before flying to Cairo. See the Pyramids, Sphinx, and Saqqara. Cruise the Nile from Luxor to Aswan, stopping at Edfu and Kom Ombo. Includes Philae Temple, Aswan Dam, and the Egyptian Museum.

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from $4,075

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Egypt Tour: Cairo, Luxor & Red Sea

11 Day Itinerary

• Pyramids, Sphinx, and museum tour
• Saqqara, Dashour, and Memphis visit
• Valley of the Kings tombs explore
• Karnak and Luxor Temple guided tour
• Red Sea resort stay with free time
• Old Cairo walk and bazaar shopping

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Cairo / Cairo

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Local Market Visits, Fishing, Biking, Snorkeling

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Egypt’s top sights on this 11-day guided tour from Cairo to Luxor, Hurghada, and the Red Sea. Visit the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Grand Egyptian Museum. Discover Saqqara, Dashour, and Memphis. In Luxor, explore the Valley of the Kings, Karnak, and Luxor Temple. Relax at a Red Sea resort, then tour Old Cairo and Khan el-Khalili.

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from $5,903

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Best of Uganda

8 Day Itinerary

• Trek in Bwindi and locate gorillas
• Experience boat launch in Kazinga
• Enjoy a game drive in Ishasha
• Spot chimpanzees in Kibale Forest

Starts / Ends

Entebbe / Entebbe

Activities

Hiking

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 8-day adventure will let you discover the ultimate beauty of Uganda. Visit the beautiful forests of Kibale, Queen National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Experience Gorilla trekking, the most profound natural history experience in the world.

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from $8,447

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Highlights of Uganda

10 Day Itinerary

• Locate gorillas in Bwindi
• Join the boat launch in Kazinga
• Track lions in the northern Kasenyi
• Visit the Batwa community

Starts / Ends

Entebbe / Entebbe

Activity Level

Moderate

On this 10-day mid-range highlights tour of Uganda, you'll visit stunning Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kazinga Channel, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Kibale Forest Area and Lake Tumanda.

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from $6,699

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Mt Kilimanjaro Lemosho Climb

11 Day Itinerary

• Hike Mt Kilimanjaro National Park
• Explore rugged terrain
• Sleep in camps
• Visit Moshi in Tanzania

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Moshi / Moshi

Activity Level

Ultimate

Considered one of the most scenic trails on Kilimanjaro, the new Lemosho Route offers hikers a panoramic ascent to the summit from the west, eventually joining with the highly scenic Machame Route. It is a little-used and more adventurous route for those who are more experienced and want to spend 8 days on the mountain.

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from $18,830

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South Africa Luxury Snapshot

9 Day Itinerary

• Tour the port city of Cape Town
• Visit Robben Island
• Safari through Kruger National Park
• Explore wildlife reserves by foot

Activities

Kayaking

Activity Level

Relaxed

Begin your 9-day luxurious vacation visiting the highlights of Cape Town, followed by a tour of Robben Island - where you'll learn about the Apartheid years and tour the cell of Nelson Mandela- before spending the last half of your journey doing game drives searching for the Big 5 in Kruger National Park.

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from $3,033

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Aswan to Luxor

5 Day Itinerary aboard Nile Adventurer

• Sail around Elephantine Island
• Visit majestic Philae Temple
• Discover the Valley of the Kings

Starts / Ends

Aswan / Luxor

Activities

Cooking Classes

Activity Level

Variable

Join the Nile Adventurer on this 5-day cruise down the epic Nile between Aswan and Luxor. Explore ancient temples, visit the Valley of the Kings, and experience Egyptian culture with traditional music, dancing, and gourmet dining on board.

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from $3,462

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Kenya Trails

Kenya Small Group Tour - 7 Day Itinerary

• Safari in the Masai Mara
• Explore Karen Suburbs
• Stay in a tented camp
• Visit elephant orphanage

Starts / Ends

Nairobi / Nairobi

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore Kenya's wild natural parks and vibrant capital on this 7-day small group safari tour. Ideal for first-time visitors to Kenya and those interested in maximizing their time in East Africa, this tour lets you safari in the Masai Mara, explore Karen Suburbs, stay in a tented camp, and even visit an elephant orphanage!

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from $4,502

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Governors' Il Moran Camp Fly-In Safari

4 Day Itinerary

• Spot the Big nine
• Ride 4x4 Safari game drives
• Stay at Governors' Camp
• Mingle with Masai locals

Starts / Ends

Nairobi / Masai Mara

Activities

Camping

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend four days exploring Masai Mara National Reserve from Governors' Camp, Africa's first permanent tented camp. See the "Big Nine": Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo, Giraffe, Zebra, Cheetah, and Hippo.

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