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The possibilities are endless on a classic safari tour in Africa. We feature explorations of all the most popular African countries, including Tanzania, Rwanda, Namibia, Zambia, South Africa, Ethiopia, Uganda and Madagascar. The Serengeti plays host to more than a million wildebeest, 200,000 zebra, and 300,000 Thomson's gazelle during the annual migration. The culture and cuisine of Cape Town & Johannesburg are complemented by the intense wildlife of Kruger National Park. The Chobe River takes you on a winding river where hippos, elephants, crocodiles, and lions abound. See gorillas in their natural mountain habitats in Rwanda & Uganda and lemurs in Madagascar. Have the chance to interact with local indigenous communities, like the Maasai and other groups. Contact us to start planning your African safari!

10 Best Classic African Safaris

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West Africa Cruise from Ghana to Angola $12,675 15 Join this 15-day West African cruise from Ghana to Angola aboard SH Diana, visiting destinations like Lome, Cotonou, Sao Tome, and Gabon. Highlights include Ghana’s forts, Lome’s voodoo market, Cotonou’s stilt village, and Gabon’s rainforests, with opportunities to relax on Macaco Beach and explore Luanda’s modern transformation.
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Kaza Undercover $25,029 22 Join this 22-day trip through Botswana, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, exploring landscapes and wildlife. From the lively Okavango Delta to Victoria Falls, experience game viewing and adventures. Conclude in Lower Zambezi with morning drives, canoeing, and walking safaris. Bid farewell with a shared transfer to Jeki airstrip to
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Madagascar and Seychelles: Natural Treasures of the Indian Ocean – with Smithsonian Journeys $12,600 11 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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A Walk in the Wild $12,092 11 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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Namibia Adventure $11,788 13 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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South Africa and Namibia by Sea: Around the Cape of Good Hope – with Smithsonian Journeys $8,100 11 Set sail aboard Le Bougainville on an 11-day voyage through South Africa and Namibia. Discover Durban's multicultural charm, spot wildlife in Port Elizabeth, and admire Cape Town's iconic Table Mountain. In Namibia, explore Lderitz’s historic sites and marvel at Walvis Bay's unique ecosystem, where the desert meets the Atlantic.
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Highlights of Uganda $8,068 10 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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Active Namibia Flying Safari $11,863 11 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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Travel Guide for African Safaris

African Safari Travel Guide
If you have your heart set on an African safari, then these are the best destinations for you:From expansive savannas and plains reminiscent of the Lion King to grasslands where the horizon has no limit, the wildlife that you will encounter on a classic safari drive in an open air Jeep will not disappoint. 

There's no better way to see the dance of predator and prey, featuring animals like lions, cheetahs, hippos, antelope, prairie dogs, hyenas, giraffes, elephants and many other animals your guide will identify along the way!

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