Top Africa Trips & Tours in October 2025

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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

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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from $13,007

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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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from $5,155

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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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from $16,290

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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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from $20,220

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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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from $3,742

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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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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 $3,742

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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 $10,900

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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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from $3,938

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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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from $1,940

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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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from $19,599

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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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from $15,785

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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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from $13,460

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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

Starts / Ends

Lusaka / Kutandala Camp

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing, 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 $12,400

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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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from $12,291

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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
• Explore Ongava Lodge and Okonjima

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Windhoek / Windhoek

Activities

Hiking, Biking

Activity Level

Moderate

Discover Namibia in 13 days. Start in Windhoek with a warm welcome. Explore the towering dunes of Sossusvlei and Deadvlei, then kayak in Walvis Bay and relax in Swakopmund. Head to Damaraland for rhino tracking and stunning desert views. Hike the Etendeka Concession, enjoy game drives at Ongava Lodge, and end at Okonjima, home to cheetahs, leopards, and conservation efforts.

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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

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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from $10,274

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Namibia Wildlife Experience

10 Day Itinerary

• Learn more about AfriCat Foundation
• Experience thrilling game drives
• Explore UNESCO rock engravings
• Experience Swakopmund
• Dune driving and marine cruise
• 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. Visit the AfriCat Foundation, enjoy game drives in Etosha National Park, and explore Damaraland's Twyfelfontein engravings. Relax in Swakopmund before concluding with the Mola Mola Marine Dune Day, featuring a marine cruise and dune driving at Sandwich Harbour.

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from $8,836

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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

Activities

Fishing

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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