Africa Trips with Village Visits

from $3,315

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Marrakesh and Beyond

6 Day Itinerary

• Explore hidden gems of Marrakesh
• See the famous square in Marrakesh
• Discover Agafay Rocky Desert
• Engage with the Berber activities
• Visit the charming town of Essaouir

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Marrakesh / Marrakesh

Activity Level

Relaxed

Get ready for a thrilling 6-day journey through the heart of Morocco, Marrakesh, and explore the hidden gems of this ancient city by delving into its rich history and tradition. Marvel at the architectural wonders of the iconic Koutoubia Mosque and Bahia Palace, and wander through the bustling souks, alive with vibrant colors and the aroma of exotic spices

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from $15,310

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South Africa and Namibia by Sea - with Smithsonian Journeys

Durban to Walvis Bay - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Xhosa heritage village visit
• Visit Cape Town and Table Mountain
• Spot Walvis Bay flamingo colony
• See Luderitz colonial architecture

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Durban / Walvis Bay

Activities

Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Sail on a 11-day South Africa and Namibia cruise aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Explore South Africa’s Durban, East London, Port Elizabeth, and Cape Town, plus Namibia’s Luderitz. Enjoy cultural sites, wildlife, desert landscapes, ocean views.

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from $3,162

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Cruise through the Canary Island Archipelago, eternal Springtime

Tenerife to Lanzarote - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV La Belle des Océans

• Visit Mount Teide and Tenerife
• Uncover La Palma's beauty
• Experience La Gomera's charm
• Uncover Fuerteventura’s secrets
• Enjoy Timanfaya tastings and views

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Santa Cruz de Tenerife / Arrecife

Activities

Festival Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Sail through the breathtaking Canary Islands, from Tenerife’s Teide National Park to Lanzarote’s Timanfaya and volcanic vineyards. Experience historic towns, unique traditions, and local delicacies on this 8-day cruise aboard MV La Belle des Océans.

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from $9,870

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Adventure in the Bissagos Islands

Dakar Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

• Explore Dakar and Goree Island
• Explore Orango National Park
• Observe wildlife in UNESCO reserves
• Visit Bolama colonial streets

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Dakar / Dakar

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Guinea-Bissau’s remote Bissagos Islands on a 9-day expedition cruise from Dakar aboard Le Champlain. Zodiac landings reveal Orango, Uno, Carache, João Vieira, Bolama, and Caravela, focusing on wildlife, village life, and protected marine environments.

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from $12,570

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Discover Africa

Cape Town - Johannesburg - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen

• Explore Cape Town’s iconic beauty
• Visit Cape Point's stunning reserve
• Spot penguins at Boulders Beach
• Savor wine in Cape Winelands

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard the Zambezi Queen from Cape Town to Johannesburg, featuring three nights in Cape Town with iconic sites like Table Mountain and Boulders Beach. Experience a Chobe River safari near Victoria Falls, concluding with two nights at this natural wonder.

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from $8,340

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Safari Cruise along the Zambezi River, South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe

9 Day Itinerary aboard African Dream

• Explore Impalila Island villages
• Explore Chobe National Park
• Discover Matusadona’s rare wildlife
• Walk Victoria Falls viewpoints

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Johannesburg / Victoria Falls

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration, Helicopter Tours

Activity Level

Variable

Sail aboard the African Dream on a 9-day cruise through southern Africa’s most iconic landscapes. This journey combines land, river, and air to offer an immersive look at Africa’s nature, history, and culture, without backtracking or long overland drives.

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from $8,350

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Highlights of Malawi

13 Day Itinerary

• Kayak Lake Malawi
• Search for wildlife
• Experience stunning views
• Explore Thylo

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Lilongwe / Lilongwe

Activities

Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Volunteering, Kayaking, Hiking, Biking, Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Relaxed

Visit Malawi, a landlocked African country defined by its beautiful highlands and enormous Lake Malawi. Explore wildlife-rich national parks and bask in the sun along the beautiful shores of Lake Malawi.

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from $5,140

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Isolated Tribes of Ethiopia

8 Day Itinerary

• Encounter varied and ancient tribes
• Observe daily life and traditions
• Encounter the Mursi, Konso & Karo
• See the famous hominid \\"Lucy\\"

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore Ethiopia’s Omo Valley on an 8-day tour, visiting Arba Minch, Lake Chamo, Konso, Turmi, and Jinka. Experience the Hamer, Karo, Dassenech, Ari, and Mursi tribes, their body art, rituals, and crafts. Conclude with Addis Ababa sightseeing, including Mount Entoto, the National Museum, and Mercato.

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from $3,383

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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 $24,990

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Seychelles and Indian Ocean Adventure

Mahe - Mombasa - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Kaia

• Explore La Digue’s pink beaches
• Discover Praslin’s lush jungle
• Experience Amirante’s atolls
• Observe Aldabra’s unique wildlife

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Mahe / Mombasa

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 13-day cruise from Mahe to Mombasa aboard the Emerald Kaia, exploring the Seychelles' islands like La Digue and Praslin, and the remote Farquhar Atoll. Experience unique wildlife, stunning scenery, and cultural gems like Kilwa Kisiwani's ancient mosque and Zanzibar's coastal beauty.

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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

Wilderness Lodge Exploration

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 $9,780

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Madagascar & South Africa

Nosy Be - Durban - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Diverse cultural landscapes
• Gardens and sandstone formations
• Lemurs and limestone formations
• South Africa's natural landscapes
• Hluhluwe Park’s diverse wildlife
• Durban's history and Zulu culture

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Nosy Be / Durban

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 12-day cruise from Nosy Be to Durban aboard Le Bougainville, exploring Madagascar and South Africa. Visit Nosy Be’s beaches, Toliara’s gardens, and Mahajanga’s red rock formations. See baobab trees in Morondava, lemurs on Nosy Komba, and Nosy Hara’s limestone formations. Stop in Richards Bay for a safari before ending in Durban.

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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 $2,931

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Mara North Conservancy Fly-In Safari

4 Day Itinerary

• Experience daily game drives
• Explore Mara North Conservancy
• Spot the Big Five in their habitat
• Take a hot air balloon safari

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Nairobi / Nairobi

Activities

Fishing, Camping

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience thrilling game drives, spot the Big Five, and enjoy close encounters with wildlife in their natural habitat on this 4-day Mara North Conservancy safari adventure. Relax at the Karen Blixen Camp, savor delicious meals, and watch hippos in the Mara River.

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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

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 $13,950

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Cruise West Africa: Cultures and Wild Coasts

Tema to Dakar - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

• Visit Monrovia’s National Museum
• Cruise through Bijagos Archipelago
• Stroll through Takoradi’s markets
• Explore Accra’s historic forts

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Tema / Dakar

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 15-day West African cruise from Tema to Dakar aboard SH Diana. Immerse yourself in local culture, markets, and cuisine. Visit Elmina Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover Takoradi's markets and venture into the lush Kakum National Park, then cruise to Monrovia to explore its bustling markets and rich history.

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from $13,950

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Cultures & Traditions of Central Africa

Luanda to Tema - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

• Explore Luanda's Iron Palace
• See Gabon's rainforests & wildlife
• Swim at Príncipe’s Macaco Beach
• Trek through Diosso Gorge

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Luanda / Ghana

Activities

Snorkeling, Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on this 15-day cruise in Central Africa from Luanda to Tema aboard SH Diana. Discover historic landmarks like the Iron Palace and São Miguel Fortress. Enjoy the natural wonders of Gabon and São Tomé’s rainforests. Explore lively cities like Cotonou, Benin, Lome, and Togo, rich with vibrant markets, voodoo traditions, and colonial history.

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from $3,162

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Cruise through the Canary Island Archipelago, eternal Springtime

Lanzarote to Tenerife - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV La Belle des Océans

• Explore Lanzarote’s volcanic wonder
• Savor Fuerteventura goat cheese
• Enjoy La Palma Views
• Discover Tenerife’s Majestic Teide

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Arrecife / Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Activities

Wine Tasting

Activity Level

Variable

This 8-day Canary Islands cruise aboard MV La Belle des Océans visits Lanzarote, Tenerife, Gran Canaria, and more. Enjoy volcanic landscapes, cultural excursions, fine dining, and onboard experiences.

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