10 April 2019 · General

Luxury African Safari Tours: Our Top-Selling Favorites

Luxury African Safari Tours: Our Top-Selling Favorites

Luxury travel is very much alive in Africa. Exceptional personal service, fine wine and tantalizing cuisine, lavish suites fit for kings and queens, extraordinary experiences, and unforgettable wildlife encounters afforded by award-winning guides. Luxury African safari tours are simply having the best of the best!

An unexpected flourish like a champagne breakfast on the vast plains of the Serengeti might not be out of your reach. Based on guest reviews and our firsthand travel experience, we’ve rounded up our top luxury African safari tours. You'll find the most popular bucket list experiences in Africa's most beautiful and luxurious settings, plus the biggest and best wildlife action.

1. Luxury African Safari Tours: Iconic Kruger & Cape Town

Duration: 7 Days | 1 Country | 2 Luxury Lodges/Hotels

Spectacular views of Cape Town from the top of Table Mountain and in a cable car
Experience a cable car ride and spectacular views of Cape Town from the top of Table Mountain

One of our top selling luxury African tours, perfect for a honeymoon, romantic holiday or special celebration vacation. Enjoy 3 nights on safari in the famous Kruger National Park, which boasts a greater variety of wildlife than any other place in Africa. Then, spend 3 nights in Cape Town, frequently hailed as the world's most beautiful city. This 7-day tour is perfect for adventurers eager to experience the very best that South Africa has to offer.

2. Luxury African Safari: Kruger, Victoria Falls and Cape Town

Duration: 11 Days | 2 Countries | 3 Luxury Lodges/Hotels

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A highly sought-after tour for those wanting to fully immerse themselves in Southern Africa includes visits to Kruger National Park, Victoria Falls, and Cape Town. This itinerary is inspired by past client experiences, but you can customize your accommodation to match your comfort level and budget. Our travel specialists are ready to help you explore alternative options.

3. Luxury African Safari Tours: Luxury Victoria Falls & Chobe

Duration: 6 Days | 2 Countries | 2 Luxury Lodges/Hotels

Herd of elephant drinking and bathing in the Chobe River

Large herds of elephants congregate at the Chobe River to drink and bathe Two incredible destinations await the adventure traveler on this 6-day luxury African tour: The iconic Victoria Falls or better known as “The Smoke that Thunders”, and Chobe National Park which is regarded as the land of the “Giants” with the world’s largest herds of wild elephants. Your experience in these two remarkable countries is paramount with award-winning accommodation, superior service, phenomenal cuisine, and a number of adventure activities included during your stay.

4. Luxury African Safari Tours: Uganda Fly-in Gorilla Safari

Duration: 4 Days | 1 Country | 2 Luxury Lodges/Hotels

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Immerse yourself in profound encounters as you walk among endangered mountain gorillas in the heart of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. This safari also offers scenic flights over Uganda's stunning highlands, showcasing breathtaking rugged landscapes, and includes a chance to take a community walk and connect with the local people.

5. Luxury African Safari Tours: Garden Route, Cape Town & Eastern Cape Safari

Duration: 12 Days | 1 Country | 4 Lodges/Hotels

Knysna boats in the harbor at sunset

A picture perfect sunset in the Knysna harbor This luxury tour is an exploration of what makes South Africa a top tourist destination. Your journey begins in the iconic city of Cape Town which is renowned for its rich culture and picturesque landscapes. Staying in a luxury boutique hotel, your stay in Cape Town is one of exceptional beauty. Affording travelers a sense of freedom, the remainder of your trip is spent on the road as you discover the hidden gems of the Garden Route. From pristine coastlines to dramatic caves, the Garden Route is one of the world’s best self-drive destinations. Your journey ends with an unforgettable safari experience in a reserve that showcases its passion for wildlife conservation and offers phenomenal Big Five game viewing.

6.Luxury African Safari Tours: Authentic Masai Mara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro

Duration: 10 Days | 2 Countries | 4 Lodges/Hotels

The Wildebeest Migration gathered in the Serengeti, Tanzania
Thousands of migrating wildebeest congregate in the Serengeti and Masai Mara each year

Exploring the best of East Africa, this 10-day luxury African tour includes three prime game-viewing reserves: Masai Mara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro. The well-balanced combination of award-winning luxury accommodation, spectacular game viewing, and selection of unique activities ensure a true wilderness experience. You are given a front row seat to the world’s Great Migration and can hike ancient Maasai trails that lead to an authentic Maasai Village. Further enhancing your safari experience is the option of activities not commonly available in most national parks, including fly camping, walking safaris, horse riding and night drives.

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11 Day Luxury Kruger, Victoria Falls & Cape Town
  • 11 days
  • South Africa, Zambia
  • 3 lodges
  • All-inclusive

11 Day Luxury Kruger, Victoria Falls & Cape Town

  • Family
  • Children by arrangement
  • Big 5
  • Walking
  • 4 nights at the Victoria & Alfred Hotel on Cape Town's Waterfront
  • Table Mountain cable car, Cape Peninsula drive and Boulders Beach penguins
  • 3 nights at Lion Sands River Lodge for Big Five game drives in Sabi Sand
  • 3 nights at Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma on the Zambezi River
  • Guided tour of Victoria Falls plus sundowner cruises and canoeing
  • All internal flights between Cape Town, Kruger and Victoria Falls included

Per person, complete package, from

$10,660

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7-Day Iconic Kruger & Cape Town
  • 7 days
  • 2 lodges
  • All-inclusive

7-Day Iconic Kruger & Cape Town

  • Family
  • Children by arrangement
  • Big 5
  • 3 nights at Imbali Safari Lodge in Kruger's Mluwati Concession
  • Twice-daily Big Five game drives with guide and tracker
  • Luxury tented suites with private plunge pools above the N'waswitsontso River
  • 3 nights at The Cape Milner Boutique Hotel in Cape Town
  • Free days to explore Cape Point, Simon's Town penguins and the peninsula
  • Internal flights from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit and on to Cape Town included

Per person, complete package, from

R 55 540

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6 Day Luxury Victoria Falls & Chobe Special
  • 6 days
  • Zambia, Botswana
  • 2 lodges
  • All-inclusive

6 Day Luxury Victoria Falls & Chobe

  • Family
  • Children by arrangement
  • Honeymoon
  • 3 nights at Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma on the Zambezi River
  • Guided tour of Victoria Falls plus a sundowner cruise
  • Canoeing, fishing and game drives in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park
  • 2 nights at Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero overlooking the Chobe floodplains
  • Morning and afternoon game drives among Chobe's vast elephant herds
  • Flight from Johannesburg to Livingstone and all transfers included

Per person, complete package, from

$3,545 $4,485

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9 Day Masai Mara, Serengeti & Manyara Safari Special
  • 9 days
  • Kenya, Tanzania
  • 4 lodges
  • All-inclusive

9 Day Masai Mara, Serengeti & Manyara Safari

  • Family
  • Child friendly
  • Honeymoon
  • Ballooning
  • Big 5
  • 1 night at Hemingways Nairobi on arrival
  • 2 nights at andBeyond Bateleur Camp in the Masai Mara tracking the Big Five
  • 2 nights at Serengeti under Canvas, a mobile camp following the Great Migration
  • 3 nights at Lake Manyara Tree Lodge searching for tree-climbing lions
  • Game drives, bush walks, night drives and Maasai cultural visits
  • All inter-camp flights and airstrip transfers included

Per person, complete package, from

$10,250 $11,455

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12 Day Garden Route, Cape Town & Eastern Cape Safari
  • 12 days
  • 4 lodges

12 Day Garden Route, Cape Town & Eastern Cape Safari

  • Family
  • Children by arrangement
  • 4 nights at Kensington Place in Cape Town with private Cape Peninsula and Winelands tours
  • African penguins at Boulders Beach and wine tasting in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek
  • 1 night at Rosenhof Country House in Oudtshoorn with Cango Caves and ostrich farms
  • 3 nights at Kanonkop House in Knysna for lagoon cruises and Tsitsikamma Forest
  • 3 nights at Shamwari Bayethe Lodge with Big Five game drives and walking safaris
  • Self-drive along the Garden Route with car rental included throughout

Per person, complete package, from

R 102 540

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4 Day Uganda Fly-in Gorilla Safari
  • 4 days
  • Uganda
  • Fly-in
  • All-inclusive

4 Day Uganda Fly-in Gorilla Safari

  • 1 night in Entebbe, then 2 nights at Mahogany Springs Lodge in Bwindi
  • Light-aircraft flight from Entebbe to Kisoro over Uganda's highlands
  • Gorilla trekking permit and guided trek in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
  • One hour observing mountain gorillas at 10 metres
  • Optional community walk with locals near the park

Per person, complete package, from

$3,655

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