Africa. Just the sound of the word conjures up images of wild places teeming with wildlife and huge open plains. Wildlife encounters with large game such as the Big Five - lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo - are enough to get many visitors hooked. But there’s also great joy in having an expert guide introduce the minutiae of the insect world or in sleeping under the stars at a bush camp.
Beyond the plains, Africa’s shifting scenery can take you to jungles, white sand beaches, coral reefs bountiful with marine life, or snow-capped mountain ranges. A rich array of options awaits, and our Africa specialists keep abreast of developments through frequent trips. Our expert knowledge will help you choose the right safari option, and discover tried and tested destinations in new ways or explore emerging ones.
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Trip ideas in Africa
These itineraries will give you a starting point for what your trip could entail. They cover routes that we've found work particularly well and feature some of our favourite places to stay. Treat them just as inspiration, as each trip is created uniquely for you and there are many more options available.
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From the vibrant capital city, Cape Town, to the world-famous Kruger National Park, home of the Big Five, South Africa is a land of exciting contrasts. Our specialists can help plan your ideal first visit to this African giant.
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Self-driving in South Africa
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