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From the great pyramids of Egypt to the tropical Seychelles Islands and the dense jungles of Rwanda and Uganda, Adventure Life is here to help you plan your trip to the remote corners of Africa in 2025. We feature 8 destinations in Africa, including Botswana, Egypt, Namibia, Rwanda, Seychelles Islands, South Africa, Tanzania, and Uganda. The biodiversity and cultural diversity of this massive continent is impossible to capture on just one tour or cruise, so choose wisely, because each itinerary is a unique adventure. Channel your inner Jane Goodall on a gorilla spotting trek, or walk like an Egyptian as you take a river cruise on the ancient Nile. With the right preparation, you can even conquer Tanzania's mighty Mt. Kilimanjaro. Contact us for a free personalized quote on your ideal African safari tour or cruise.
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Facade of Kom Ombo Temple by night
from $6,499
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Pharaohs & Pyramids

Cairo Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises
  • Enjoy scenic views in Nile river
  • Visit Grand Egyptian Museum
  • Visit pyramids and camel riding
  • Visit Aswan's spice market
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Cairo / Cairo
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Land & Sea Exploration, Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits
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Variable
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.
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Victoria Falls
from $12,576
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Safari Cruise along the Zambezi River with Extended Stay at the Cape Peninsula

Port-to-Port Cruise - 13 Day Itinerary aboard African Dream
  • Cape Town city tour
  • Visit Robben Island's prison
  • Explore Cape of Good Hope
  • Discover Namibian culture
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Cape Town / Victoria Falls
Activities
Wine Tasting, Helicopter Tours
Activity Level
Variable
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.
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Dine on the patio by the water at the V&A Hotel
from $5,683
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South Africa Snapshot

9 Day Itinerary
  • Tour Robben Island
  • Explore the highlights of Cape Town
  • View lions, zebra, & impala
  • Explore Kruger by foot or vehicle
Activity Level
Relaxed
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.
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Chimpanzee
from $19,535
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Uganda Luxury Wildlife Safari Tour

9 Day Itinerary
  • Thrilling chimpanzee trekking
  • Explore Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary
  • Game drives in Queen Elizabeth Nati
  • Cruise along the Kazinga Channel
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Entebbe / Entebbe
Activities
Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
Moderate
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.
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A Maasai warrior walks across the African bush
from $19,770
EBD $4000
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Golden Trails of Africa

Johannesburg - Arusha - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Take a safari in search of wildlife
  • Discover Ngorongoro’s vast crater
  • Explore vibrant Soweto’s history
  • Spot Big Five in Serengeti
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Johannesburg / Arusha
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 17-day cruise with stays in Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, and Tanzania aboard the Zambezi Queen. Enjoy thrilling safaris, visit Victoria Falls, explore Tanzania’s wildlife, and search for the Big Five in the Serengeti.
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A herd of elephants of all sizes make their way across the valley.
from $15,345
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Wildlife and the Falls

Roundtrip Johannesburg - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Cruise along Botswana’s Chobe River
  • Spot wildlife in Chobe Park
  • Witness majestic Victoria Falls
  • Explore historic Soweto sites
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Johannesburg / Johannesburg
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 13-day river cruise with stays in Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, and Kruger Park aboard the Zambezi Queen. Enjoy wildlife adventures in Chobe National Park and thrilling game drives in Greater Kruger while ticking the “Big Five” off your bucket list.
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Entrance of Luxor Temple, Egypt
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
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Luxor / Aswan
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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Luxor
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
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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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Nile River
from $10,733
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Treasures of Egypt

Roundtrip Cairo - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sanctuary Sun Boat III
  • Explore Giza's Great Pyramids
  • Marvel at Luxor's Temples
  • Sail Nile's scenic banks
  • Visit Philae's Ancient Sanctuary
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Cairo / Cairo
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise aboard the Sanctuary Sun Boat III, exploring Egypt's timeless treasures. Highlights include the Great Pyramids, Luxor's grand temples, the Nile's iconic sites, and Abu Simbel.
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Entrance of Pico do Fogo
from $3,090
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Islands of Cape Verde Archipelago

Roundtrip Palmeira, Sal - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Harmony V
  • Taste grogue in Santo Antao
  • Visit the port of Mindelo
  • Visit Santiago’s historic fort
  • Discover Boa Vista's beaches
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Palmeira / Palmeira
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Variable
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.
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Rhino in Kruger National Park
from $4,080
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South Africa Big Five Safari

Kruger & KwaZulu-Natal - 9 Day Itinerary
  • Take a walk through the bush
  • Enjoy game drives to spot the big 5
  • Explore the Dolphin Coast
  • Search for wildlife as you travel
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Johannesburg / Johannesburg
Activity Level
Relaxed
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.
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Lagoon in the Seychelles
from $1,620
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Cruise in Seychelles

Praslin - Mahe - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Pegasos
  • Snorkel Felicite’s clear waters
  • Explore La Digue’s streets
  • Visit L’Union Estate’s house
  • Discover Seychelles landscapes
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Praslin / Mahe
Activities
Snorkeling
Activity Level
Variable
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.
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Zambezi Queen, Africa Safari
from $17,520
EBD $4000
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Rivers & Rails of Africa

Cape Town - Johannesburg - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Enjoy a cable car up Table Mountain
  • Discover local vineyards
  • Visit Kasenu Village
  • Safari through Chobe National Park
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Variable
Embark on a 14-day cruise featuring three nights in Cape Town and a wildlife safari on the Zambezi Queen along the Chobe River. After exploring Victoria Falls, enjoy a luxurious journey on Rovos Rail through Zimbabwe and South Africa, complete with fine dining and stunning scenery.
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Lion in Chobe National Park
from $10,457
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Luxury Fly-in Okavango Delta Safari

8 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the Gomoti River system
  • Encounter wildlife in Khwai
  • Stay in the heart of the Okavango
  • Save time & fly into safari lodges
Activity Level
Relaxed
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.
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Game Drives in Chula Island Camp
from $11,790
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Classic Zambia Safari Adventure

13 Day Itinerary
  • Go on day or night game drives
  • Explore Kafue National Park
  • Enjoy diverse safari activities
  • Visit Busanga Plains
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Lusaka / Kutandala Camp
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Camping
Activity Level
Easy Active
Experience a 13-day Classic Zambia Safari Adventure, discovering both Lower Zambezi and Kafue National Park. This unique journey combines two of Africa's most exceptional and untamed wildlife regions. Each area boasts distinct habitats and wildlife, making this combined safari a truly fulfilling and memorable vacation.
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from $11,788
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Namibia Adventure

13 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Sossusvlei and Deadvlei
  • Sea kayak to view seals & dolphins
  • Track the black rhino on foot
  • Visit a remote Etendeka Concession
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Windhoek / Windhoek
Activities
Biking, Hiking
Activity Level
Moderate
Begin a 13-day Namibia safari from Windhoek, exploring Sossusvlei’s red dunes, Sesriem Canyon, and Deadvlei. Stay by the Atlantic coast in Swakopmund with kayaking in Walvis Bay, then track desert rhinos in Damaraland and hike the Etendeka Trail. Continue to Etosha for game drives and stay at Safari House, ending at Okonjima Nature Reserve.
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The pyramids of Giza
from $10,486
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Egypt in Depth

Roundtrip Cairo - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sanctuary Sun Boat III
  • Tour the Great Pyramids
  • Visit the Osiris temple in Philae
  • Relax on the shores of the Red Sea
  • Discover Quwwn Hatshepsut's temple
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Cairo / Cairo
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 15-day cruise on the Sanctuary Sun Boat III, exploring Egypt’s iconic sites like the Great Pyramids and Abu Simbel. Enjoy a blend of history, archaeology, and relaxation along the Nile and the Red Sea.
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A herd of gemsbok
from $10,816
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Namibia Wildlife Experience

10 Day Itinerary
  • Dune driving and marine cruise
  • Experience thrilling game drives
  • Explore UNESCO rock engravings
  • Experience Swakopmund
  • Learn about Namibia in 10 days
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Windhoek / Walvis Bay
Activities
Kayaking, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Moderate
Enjoy a 10-day Namibia adventure starting in Windhoek. Stay at Okonjima before heading to Etosha National Park for game drives and wildlife viewing. Explore Damaraland’s Twyfelfontein engravings, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, then relax in the coastal town of Swakopmund. Conclude with the Mola Mola Marine Dune Day, featuring a marine cruise and dune driving at Sandwich Harbour.
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