Top Africa Trips & Tours in May 2026

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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

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Addis Ababa / Addis Ababa

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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 $7,346

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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

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Honeyguide Tarangire Camp / Serengeti National Park

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits

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 $3,000

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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

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Tarangire National Park / Ngorongoro Crater

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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 $2,238

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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 $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

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Antananarivo / Antananarivo

Activities

Local Market Visits, 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 $3,325

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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

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Amman / Cairo

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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 $5,956

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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

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Entebbe / Entebbe

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 $8,068

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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

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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 $12,592

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Active Namibia Flying Safari

11 Day Itinerary

• Explore Sossusvlei and Camp Sossus
• Experience Strand Hotel Swakopmund
• Onduli Ridge exploration
• Game drives in Etosha and Onguma

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Windhoek / Windhoek

Activities

Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Hiking, Biking

Activity Level

Easy Active

Join a 11-day Namibian adventure, starting at Habitas Namibia in Windhoek with nature walks and wellness activities. Explore Sossusvlei’s dunes, picnic at Sesriem Canyon, and visit Swakopmund for desert cycling and scenic flights. Track elephants in Damaraland, then end with game drives at Onguma near Etosha.

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from $1,951

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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

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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 $2,456

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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

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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 $3,455

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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

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Nairobi / Masai Mara

Activities

Camping, Fishing

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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from $1,298

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Peak of Mt Kenya

4 Day Itinerary

• Climb to the peak of Mount Kenya
• Witness Mt. Kenya's panoramic view
• Explore Mt Kenya's reserve
• View wild animals

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Nairobi / Mount Kenya

Activity Level

Relaxed

Witness the majestic snow-capped peaks of Mount Kenya. Explore caves, climb mountains, go camping, and observe wildlife. Elephants, mongooses, duikers, bushbucks, elands, and more than 130 species of birds can be observed frequently.

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from $20,458

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Rwanda Luxury Gorilla & Chimp Safari

12 Day Itinerary

• Join gorilla trekking
• Explore Nyungwe Forest Park
• Encounter Chimps and Canopy Walk
• Seek Golden Monkeys

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Kigali / Kigali

Activity Level

Moderate

This 12-day adventure in Rwanda encounters primates, stunning landscapes, and thrilling safari experiences. Explore lush forests, encounter mountain gorillas, and embark on scenic drives through national parks teeming with wildlife.

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from $9,650

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Great East Africa Migration

12 Day Itinerary

• Witness the Great Migration
• Visit the Olduvai Gorge
• Search for the Big Five
• Experience game-viewing

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Nairobi / The Plantation Lodge

Activity Level

Easy Active

Experience the wonders of East Africa's Great Migration on this exclusive 12-day tour. The migration is one of the world's greatest wildlife phenomena, and this tour offers you the chance to witness this event first-hand. From the comfort of the hand-selected lodges, witness the Big 5 as you travel through the Serengeti, Massai Mara, and the Ngorongoro Crater.

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from $8,936

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Classic Rwanda Gorilla and Chimp Safari

12 Day Itinerary

• Trek in search of chimpanzees
• Spot golden monkeys
• Discover Lake Kivu views
• Go on game drives to spot wildlife

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Kigali / Kigali

Activity Level

Easy Active

Join this 12-day Rwanda adventure exploring Kigali’s cultural and historical sites, including the Genocide Memorial. Experience wildlife treks in Nyungwe and Volcanoes National Parks, enjoy game drives in Akagera, and visit scenic Lake Kivu. The journey concludes with a boat cruise and bush camping.

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from $5,831

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East Africa Trails

Kenya and Tanzania Group Tour - 13 Day Itinerary

• Visit an elephant sanctuary
• Search for wildlife
• Learn about the region

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Nairobi / Ngorongoro Crater

Activity Level

Easy Active

Explore the best of East Africa on this 13-day small group tour through Kenya and Tanzania. Search for wildlife in the Maasai Mara National Reserve and see incredible views of the Ngorongoro Crater. Learn about the native communities that inhabit these lands and about the region's role as the "Cradle of Humankind" as you explore the Serengeti.

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