Top Africa Trips & Tours in January 2026

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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

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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 $10,727

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Tanzania Culture and Wildlife

9 Day Itinerary

• Visit the shores of Lake Eyasi
• Explore Tarangire National Park
• Visit the town of Karatu
• Explore Ngorongoro Crater

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Honeyguide Tarangire Camp / Serian's Serengeti North

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover Tanzania's rich culture and wildlife on this 9-day safari tour from Tarangire National Park to Serengeti National Park.

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from $11,206

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Cape and Delta Luxury Safari

12 Day Itinerary

• Explore the Northern Cape
• Discover Tswalu Kalahari
• Visit vibrant Cape Town
• Enjoy game viewing in Savute region

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Johannesburg / Belmond Eagle Island Lodge

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Easy Active

On this 12-day luxury safari adventure tour through Southern Africa, discover the vast Tswalu Kalahari and the vibrant city of Cape Town. Explore the wildlife-rich Savute region and the intricate wetlands of the Okavango Delta. Enjoy game drives, boat excursions, and guided walks, experiencing diverse wildlife and breathtaking scenery.

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from $8,702

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Best of Kenya by Air

10 Day Itinerary

• See the Big Five animals
• Game drives in Amboseli Park
• Explore Ol Pejeta Conservancy
• Spot some zebras

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Nairobi / Nairobi

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Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Moderate

Experience a 10-day Kenya safari through Nairobi, Amboseli, Ol Pejeta, and Masai Mara. Stay at top lodges, see the Big Five, visit a rhino sanctuary, and witness the Great Migration (seasonal). This journey combines wildlife, comfort, and conservation across Kenya’s most iconic safari destinations.

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from $8,403

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Explore Zimbabwe

10 Day Itinerary

• Explore Mana Pools
• Discover Sapi Concession
• View wildlife in Hwange
• Enjoy the view of Victoria Falls

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Zimbabwe / Victoria Falls

Activity Level

Easy Active

Explore the untamed beauty of Zimbabwe's national parks, from Mana Pools' wildlife-rich landscapes to Hwange's golden savannah plains. Stay in exclusive camps and lodges, enjoying modern comforts amidst the wilderness. Encounter elephants, lions, and diverse birdlife on thrilling game drives and guided walks.

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from $7,450

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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 $5,743

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Classic Kenya Safari

Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary

• Nairobi arrival near wildlife parks
• Ol Pejeta rhino sanctuary adventure
• Chimp sanctuary visit to learn more
• Masai Mara safari game drives daily

Starts / Ends

Nairobi / Nairobi

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Horseback Riding, Village Visits, Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Easy Active

On this 8-day Classic Kenya Safari, arrive in Nairobi then travel to Ol Pejeta Conservancy for black rhino sightings, game drives and a stay at Ol Pejeta Safari Cottages. Continue to Buffalo Springs to see rare northern species at Surana Buffalo Springs. Fly to Masai Mara for top wildlife viewing at Zebra River Camp before returning to Nairobi.

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from $4,715

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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 $5,467

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Tanzania Family Safari

7 Day Itinerary

• Explore the city of Arusha
• Visit the town of Karatu
• Explore Ngorongoro Crater
• Discover Seronera region

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Arusha / Arusha

Activity Level

Relaxed

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from $4,107

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Egypt Tour: Cairo, Cruise & Red Sea

12 Day Itinerary

• Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara tour
• Grand Egyptian Museum visit
• Nile cruise with temple stops
• Luxor tombs and temples tour
• Temple of Hathor at Dendarah
• Red Sea beach and desert trip

Starts / Ends

Cairo / Cairo

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits, Land & Sea Exploration, Snorkeling, Fishing, Biking

Activity Level

Variable

Discover Egypt on a 12-day tour with visits to the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, Memphis, Saqqara, Dashour, and the Grand Egyptian Museum. Cruise the Nile from Aswan to Luxor, stopping at Philae, Kom Ombo, and Edfu. Explore Luxor’s temples and tombs, visit Dendarah, then unwind by the Red Sea in Hurghada before ending in Old Cairo.

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from $3,033

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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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from $3,033

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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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from $5,077

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Egypt Tour: Cairo & Dahabiya

Cairo - Aswan - 10 Day Itinerary

• Pyramids, Sphinx, and museum tour
• Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan
• Guided visit to Karnak and Luxor
• Explore Valley of the Kings tombs
• Philae Temple and felucca sailing
• Old Cairo walk and bazaar shopping

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Cairo / Cairo

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Egypt on a 10-day tour from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan. Visit the Pyramids, Sphinx, and Grand Egyptian Museum. Cruise the Nile on a luxury Dahabiya, stopping at Karnak, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, and Kom Ombo. In Aswan, see Philae Temple, sail on a felucca, and visit a Nubian village. Optional trip to Abu Simbel.

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from $14,107

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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 $10,240

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Passage Through Egypt

Luxor to Aswan - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Oberoi Philae

• Discover pyramids and Sphinx
• Explore temple of Dendera
• Walk around town of Esna
• Sail through Nile river

Starts / Ends

Cairo / Cairo

Activities

Photography Seminars

Activity Level

Variable

Sail the Nile aboard the luxurious Oberoi Philae on a 12-day adventure. Visit Egypt’s top sites, including the Pyramids of Giza, Valley of the Kings, Karnak, Hatshepsut’s Temple, Dendera, Philae, Abu Simbel, Esna, and historic Cairo, experiencing the country’s rich history and culture.

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Madagascar and Seychelles: Natural Treasures of the Indian Ocean – with Smithsonian Journeys

Nosy Be - Victoria, Mahe - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Explore Nosy Be’s forest & wildlife
• Swim in Nosy Tanikely’s lagoon
• Snorkel in Nosy Hara’s
• Discover La Digue’s

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Nosy Be / Victoria

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 11-day cruise exploring the captivating beauty of Madagascar and the Seychelles. Visit Nosy Tanikely’s stunning beaches and marine life. Experience Nosy Komba’s enchanting lemurs and Nosy Hara’s unique limestone formations. Explore Diego Suarez’s pristine landscapes, Assumption Island’s sea turtle breeding sites, and more.

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from $12,461

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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.

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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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from $22,467

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South Africa Luxury Family Safari

12 Day Itinerary

• Horseback ride Hermanus
• Kayak with penguins
• Sip wine in the Winelands
• Explore Sabi Sands via game drives

Activities

Wine Tasting, Whale Watching, Kayaking

Activity Level

Relaxed

Enjoy a 12-day family friendly luxury safari visiting some of the best game reserves & wine lands in South Africa. Explore the vibrant city of Cape Town before you head off for wildlife viewing in Tswalu and Sabi Sands Reserve. Kayaking among penguins, wine tasting, and horseback riding are all part of this exciting adventure.

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