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Top Africa Trips & Tours in May 2026

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Discover Africa in May 2026 on one of these 63 tours hand-selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore the best of during May 2026 as you enjoy Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, and Wilderness Lodge Exploration. Prices for trips in May 2026 range from $803 to $33,800 for a vacation of 5 to 17 days. Choose any of the below 63 itineraries in May 2026 and customize it when you contact one of Adventure Life's expert Africa trip planners.
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Facade of Kom Ombo Temple by night
from $7,499
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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
Starts / Ends
Cairo / Cairo
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Land & Sea Exploration, Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration
Activity Level
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 $13,323
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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
Starts / Ends
Cape Town / Victoria Falls
Activities
Wine Tasting
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 $5,521
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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
Activities
Kayaking
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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A herd of elephants of all sizes make their way across the valley.
from $16,245
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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
Starts / Ends
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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A Maasai warrior walks across the African bush
from $20,670
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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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Entrance of Luxor Temple, Egypt
from $1,951
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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
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 $1,951
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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
Starts / Ends
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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Rhino in Kruger National Park
from $4,106
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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
Starts / Ends
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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Beautiful beaches of Praslin
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
Starts / Ends
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 $18,120
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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
Activity Level
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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Tracking mountain gorillas through the dense African forests is a magical experience
from $7,995
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Luxury Rwanda Gorilla Extension

4 Day Itinerary
  • Track gorilla families
  • Tour the highlights of Kigali
  • Safari through Rwanda's landscape
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
Relaxed
On this 4-day Rwanda tour, you'll encounter gorillas, golden monkeys, and other wildlife while exploring the light forest of the Virunga Volcanoes from your home at Virunga Lodge. Visit the grave of primatologist Dian Fossey, and Lake Kivu as you explore the Rwandan capital of Kigali on this unique African wildlife safari in Rwanda.
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Hippos spying on the paddlers
from $8,545
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North Zimbabwe Adventure

7 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Matusadona National Park
  • Go on safari in Mana Pools Park
  • Tour Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe
  • Fish while you spot wildlife
Activity Level
Easy Active
Travel to the shores of Lake Kariba along the Zambezi River and enjoy game drives in Mana Pools National Park on this active 7-day safari tour of Zimbabwe. Experience both land and water activities as you spot wildlife in these two lesser-traveled destinations and finally visit the impressive Victoria Falls.
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Devil's Cataract in Zimbabwe
from $9,002
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Safari Cruise along the Zambezi River - South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe

South Africa to Zimbabwe - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Zimbabwean Dream
  • Hike to Victoria Falls
  • Look for wildlife
  • Discover Impalila Island
  • Visit Chobe National Park
Starts / Ends
Johannesburg / Victoria Falls
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing, Helicopter Tours
Activity Level
Variable
From Johannesburg, South Africa, enjoy this 9-day exploration cruise of Southern Africa aboard the luxurious Zimbabwean Dream. Get an up-close experience of the region's wildlife, observe the grandness of Victoria Falls, and meet the locals. Along the way you'll visit Chobe National Park, Lake Kariba, and other top destinations.
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from $6,020
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Lower Zambezi National Park

5 Day Itinerary
  • Spot hippo along the Zambezi River
  • Go on day or night game drives
  • Enjoy walking safaris with a guide
Activities
Fishing
Activity Level
Easy Active
Explore Lower Zambezi National Park on a 5-day safari tour with a stay at Sausage Tree Camp. Stay in a luxury bush camp as you observe wildlife in the park and enjoy boating excursions along the Zambezi River. Game drives and walking safaris allow for ample opportunity to get a true Zambia safari experience.
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Elephant herd crossing the Chobe river at sunset
from $5,474
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Chobe National Park & Kuzuma Forest Reserve

7 Day Itinerary
  • Visit Victoria Falls
  • View herds of elephants
  • Unlimited game viewing
  • Chobe River Safari Cruise
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 7-day safari is at the crossroads of Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Botswana, beginning with a stop to view the beautiful Victoria Falls before heading on a Botswana safari visiting iconic Chobe National Park and Kuzuma National Forest, where you will see one of the largest herds of elephants in Africa and enjoy game viewing by land and by river cruise.
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Giraffe herd silhouette against sunset
from $4,608
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Victoria Falls & Chobe National Park

5 Day Itinerary
  • View the iconic Victoria Falls
  • Explore Victoria Falls
  • Enjoy multiple game drives
  • Visit a local village
Activity Level
Relaxed
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.
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Late in the year elephants walk through the lobby
from $3,150
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South Luangwa National Park

5 Day Itinerary
  • Watch wildlife from the safari camp
  • Spot zebra and giraffe on walks
  • Stargaze from your remote bushcamp
Activity Level
Easy Active
Experience the wildlife of South Luangwa National Park on a Zambia safari tour. Spend four nights inside the park and see firsthand why this is the home of the walking safari. Stay in a remote bushcamp further inside the park, spot wildlife on day and night game drives, and enjoy the simple comfort of your hospitable safari camp guides.
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Deluxe Room Verandah
from $3,220
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Victoria Falls & Hwange

6 Day Itinerary
  • Stay close to Victoria Falls
  • Enjoy game drives in Hwange Park
  • Watch wildlife from the camp's deck
  • Join a canopy zip-line tour
Activity Level
Easy Active
Experience a taste of the two most popular attractions in all of Zimbabwe on this short 6-day tour to Victoria Falls and Hwange National Park. Stay in the hotel closest to the Falls and take in its spectacular sight! Go on safari in Hwange National Park. Stay in a tented safari camp and go on game drives on this classic Zimbabwe safari tour.
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