Top Africa Trips & Tours in December 2026

Travel from Cape Town to Victoria Falls, experiencing history, nature, and wildlife along the way. Embark on a 4-day cruise exploring Lake Kariba aboard African Dream. This adventure includes city tours, wildlife encounters, and offers a diverse and immersive exploration of Southern Africa.

Immerse yourself Experience the wonders of Egypt on this 12-day cruise aboard Viking Cruises. Don't miss the opportunity to sail the Nile on a traditional felucca and visit the iconic Pyramids of Giza, the grand Temple of Karnak, and the captivating Valley of the Kings.

Visit vibrant Cape Town and game-rich Kruger National Park on this 9-day adventure through South Africa. This tour offers the best of both worlds: a world class metropolitan area steeped in history, and a bush experience renowned as one of the greatest in southern Africa, on which you are sure to encounter some of the Big 5.

On this 9-day adventure through Uganda, start with a scenic drive to Kibale Lodge. Enjoy chimpanzee trekking and explore Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary. Next, discover lost chimpanzees at Kyambura Gorge Lodge and cruise the Kazinga Channel. Then, head to Bwindi Lodge for gorilla tracking and community activities.

Set sail on this 8-day cruise from Palmeira aboard Harmony V. Explore Cape Verde's diverse landscapes and rich blend of African-Portuguese heritage.

Set sail on a 4-day cruise aboard the Pegasos, exploring Seychelles' stunning islands and vibrant wildlife. Enjoy activities like snorkeling, beach BBQs, and a farewell dinner with live music before disembarking in Victoria.

After arriving in Johannesburg, spend 9 days traveling through KwaZulu Natal and Kruger National Park on this authentic safari in search of the Big 5 wildlife. You'll also enjoy a trip to Dolphin Coast where optional boat excursions offer close encounters with bottle-nose dolphins! End your tour with a stay at Rhino Post Safari Lodge in Kruger National Park.

Join this 8-day small group tour through Egypt's most famous landmarks, including the Great Pyramids of Giza, Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and the stunning Philae Temple in Aswan. You'll be guided by an expert Egyptologist and have the option to explore Cairo's vibrant markets and Coptic churches.

This 8-day luxury Okavango Delta safari visits the highlights of the Gomoti River system, the eastern tongue of the delta in the Kwahi area, and the private concession of Moremi Wildlife Reserve, where you will see elephants, lions, buffalo, and giraffes all the while staying in luxury accommodations such as Machaba Camp.

Experience Egypt on a 10-day adventure through Cairo, Luxor, a Nile Cruise, and Aswan. Visit the Pyramids, Sphinx, Memphis, Saqqara, and Dashour, plus the Grand Egyptian Museum. Explore Karnak, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Philae. End the trip in Cairo with Coptic Cairo, the Citadel, and Khan el Khalili Bazaar.

This 5-day Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park tour is great for those short on time or for adding to a South Africa tour. View the iconic Victoria Falls from a sunset luxury cruise and view game from the Ngoma Safari Lodge in Botswana.

Go on safari in Zimbabwe and add this 4-day Castles of Matobo Hills extension to your trip to the Matobo National Park. Wander the rocky landscape of this unique area, track black or white rhino, spot game on safari, and learn about the history and inhabitants of this unique region in Zimbabwe.