Holiday Type / Safari

See spectacular game and scenery by horseback. Experienced riders will appreciate the opportunity to observe Africa's wildlife from a unique perspective. Start your experience in South Africa's Waterberg region and ride through the varied landscape of mountains and massive Baobab trees. Complete the adventure with the excitement of a canter through Botswana's Okavango Delta - a must for all experienced riders and an exhilarating adventure.

Snow-capped and visible for miles, Mount Kilimanjaro is an awe-inspiring sight and at 5,895 metres high it is the jewel in Tanzania’s crown. Challenging, rewarding and exhilarating in equal measure, reaching Africa’s highest peak – also the tallest free-standing mountain in the world – is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, trekking through valleys and forested slopes, then onto rocky terrain and steep ascents, the views intensifying the higher you climb. There are several routes up the mountain, each with varying degrees of difficulty. Machame, o...

A twelve night itinerary that explores the vibrant city of Cape Town packed with museums, gardens, fashionable shops and restaurants. Leave the city and head for the intimate elegance and tranquil surroundings at Londolozi, nestled in the heart of Sabi Sand where you can view the Big Five game and search for endangered species. Explore the ever-changing skyline of Dubai with opulent hotels, sleek boulevards and many glamorous stores. Alternatively jump in 4x4 for an exhilarating off-road journey deep into the heart of the timeless desert.

Dominated by Table Mountain, cosmopolitan Cape Town commands an enviable position on the Atlantic Coast, its Victoria & Alfred Waterfront a hub of designer shopping and alfresco harbourside dining. Wander through the cobbled streets of colourful De Waterkant, stop by at the emotive District Six museum, or take a boat over to Robben Island. Leave the city behind, prepare for the powerful sights and sounds of the wilderness at Kruger National Park as you search for your first sightings of the Big 5.

An itinerary that captures the true essence of Zambia. Explore the Lower Zambezi National Park, wild and beautiful, perfect for walking safaris, canoeing and fishing. Enjoy the game-rich plains of Zambia’s South Luangwa both contrasting with the dramatic splendour of Victoria Falls. Relax along the Zambezi River near Victoria Falls, a World Heritage Site that leaves a lasting impression, the mist from the Falls visible for miles.

Set within Namib-Naukluft, the largest National Park in Africa, Sossusvlei provides heart stopping vistas at sunrise and sunset. Nothing can quite prepare you for the sight of the enormous sand dunes and endless plains. Damaraland is home to the desert adapted elephant, black rhino and giraffe; all thrive in the harsh conditions. Explore the 500 mile stretch of wild and windswept coastline of the Skeleton Coast, take a scenic flight to view the dramatic backdrop.

An exclusive sky safari that incorporates northern Tanzania’s highlights. From the national parks of Tarangire and Lake Manyara to the unique game viewing experience within the Ngorongoro Crater and the vast plains of the Serengeti. A warm welcome and friendly service await at the small intimate hotels, camps and lodges en route. One of the many highlights of this trip is undoubtedly the journey, flying between the parks in style and comfort on an executive class Cessna Grand Caravan, with leather seats, a coffee station and bar on board.

Straddling both Zambia and Zimbabwe, the Victoria Falls are a mesmerising sight. Almost twice as high as Niagara Falls, the world’s largest sheet of water thunders on its way, creating a spray that is visible for miles. With regular flights from Johannesburg, it’s a compelling addition to any South African holiday and an irresistible combination with some of the country’s brightest stars. Enjoy a Big 5 safari experience in Sabi Sand, arguably the best location to spot leopard, rounding off the trip with a few days incosmopolitan Cape Town and t...

An ideal choice for a family holiday, South Africa offers exciting activities for all ages and ample opportunities for families to spend time together in incredible locations. Explore cosmopolitan Cape Town on an hop on/hop off bus tour, spot whales along the coast and embrace the great outdoors in the Winelands. Finish on safari for some memories that will stay with the children forever.

This diverse itinerary combines a magnificent rail journey with the best of the country's food, wine and wildlife. Enjoy an overnight journey on The Blue Train between Johannesburg and Cape Town, where fine cuisine and outstanding wines are the accompaniment to the scenic views. After exploring Cape Town, drive along the Garden Route to Knysna before heading to Shamwari Private Game Reserve to end your holiday with an unforgettable safari experience.

Combine a unique rail safari on the world-renowned Rovos Rail with a visit to the spectacular Victoria Falls and a Big 5 safari. The world-renowned Rovos Rail ‘Pride of Africa’ trains offer unique rail safaris through magnificent scenery combined with first class accommodation, cuisine and service. Each train consists of a maximum of twenty coaches, all beautifully rebuilt in Edwardian style. The northbound journey from Pretoria to Victoria Falls travels through Botswana, with a game drive en route in Hwange National Park. Straddling both Zambi...

Explore the best of Zimbabwe and Botswana on this eight night adventure. Beginning with the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, marvel at the awesome splendour of the thundering mass of water that roars into the abyss, the sunlight creating colourful rainbows as it catches the misty spray. Enjoy wildlife viewing from a different perspective on the Zambezi Queen as you take a relaxing cruise on the Chobe River, where fishing and bird watching can be enjoyed. The last part of the itinerary will appeal to budding photographers, who have the chance to ca...

Explore Botswana’s key ecosystems and environments on this nine night African adventure. Encounter the mighty elephant as you participate in bathing, training or simply walking with these magnificent creatures. Traverse the wetlands of the Okavango Delta to spot big game and smaller, more elusive species before heading to the Makgadikgadi salt pans, a relic of one of the world’s largest super lakes. Here you can view the wildlife from the comfort of your private deck, take a walking safari or even explore on quad bike, looking out for black-man...

Few places on earth can match the Delta's mystical appeal; nestled in the north east is the Linyanti Reserve, home to abundant game and wildlife experiences. View game from a unique perspective by cruising along maze like channels on a river barge, watching for the wildlife coming to drink. A scenic flight across the Delta brings you to the eco-retreat of Vumbura Plains Camp, where most of the Okavango’s species can be found. Night drives allow you to view nocturnal animals, whilst game viewing from a traditional mokoro reveals the fascinating ...

Explore the dense woodlands, grassy plains and vast pristine wilderness of Zambia contrasting with the dramatic splendour of Victoria Falls. Begin the adventure in the South Luangwa National Park in eastern Zambia, a haven for wildlife including giraffe, elephant and buffalo. Enjoy the camp setting within sixty acres of land, unwinding with a sundowner overlooking the Luangwa River. Relax along the Zambezi River near Victoria Falls, a World Heritage Site that leaves a lasting impression, the mist from the Falls visible for miles.

Victoria Falls presents a spectacular sight of awe-inspiring beauty. Locally known as the ‘Mosi-oa-Tunya’ the smoke that thunders, the spray can rise as high as 400 metres and can be seen for miles. In contrast, the tranquil woodland and vast open savannahs of Hwangwe provide the home for large concentrations of elephant and more than 400 species of bird. Join guided walking safaris and view an abundance of wildlife or relax with a spot of river fishing at the Mana Pools.

The Governors’ Camps are set in some of East Africa’s most spectacular scenery, in the heart of the best wildlife viewing areas. The Masai Mara is one of Africa’s prime areas for Big 5 sightings, with resident game year round and a healthy lion population. Elephants, buffalo and rhino roam the plains whilst the more elusive leopard may be spotted in trees along the river banks. Between July and September (rains permitting), the beautiful open landscapes of the Mara plains teem with thousands of migrating wildebeest and zebra. Witness unforgetta...

This classic itinerary offers the opportunity to witness huge herds of wildebeest, zebra and their accompanying predators. The herds make their way through the Masai Mara from July through to September each year, following the rains and fresh vegetation. Dramatic river crossings are a highlight of this spectacle, with hundreds of thousands of wildebeest thundering through the treacherous waters. Beyond the migrating herds, lion, leopard, antelope, cheetah and hippo make for an unparalleled wildlife experience. Witness the high concentrations of...

The world’s only surviving population of mountain gorillas inhabits the dense forests of Rwanda and Uganda. These neighbouring countries offer a truly unique and often moving, once-in-a-lifetime experience. With a direct flight between Kigali and Arusha, a Big 5 game experience in the wilds of the Serengeti can be easily combined with a visit to Rwanda's Silverbacks which inhabit the steamy forests of Volcanoes National Park. Gorilla permits are strictly limited and frequently sold out - early booking is essential.

Explore the highlights of Tanzania and Zanzibar with this rich and diverse itinerary. Highly praised for its natural beauty, Lake Manyara provides stunning views and is home to troops of baboons, tree climbing lions and hundreds of pink flamingos. Endless game viewing is assured from the unique environment at Ngorongoro; the crater’s collapsed volcanic caldera offering a natural sanctuary for an abundance of animals, whilst wildebeest and zebra sweep through the Serengeti in their thousands en route to pastures new. Pristine white beaches and t...

A journey that takes you from thrilling game reserves to pristine beach hideaways. Venture into the famed and awe-inspiring Masai Mara to begin your Big Five game viewing activities. Home to a breath taking array of wildlife which roams its open grasslands, woodlands and riverine forests, it is here that you can spot prides of lions basking in the shade, seek out leopards as they lie in wait of prey, and observe herds of elephants elegantly move across the plains. After a thrilling fix of game drives, head to Nairobi for your overnight stay at ...

A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join an exclusive 14 day air safari to Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia and Botswana. Fly in style over Africa’s most unique, beautiful and pristine landscapes in a luxuriously-fitted Cessna Grand Caravan, in the company of a private pilot and experienced guide. Begin your adventure on safari in the Serengeti before flying on to the Mahale Mountains to see chimpanzees in the wild. Relax on the shores of Lake Malawi and by the banks of the Lower Zambezi in Zambia then cruise gently along the Chobe River before a thril...

A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join an exclusive 14 day air safari to Botswana, Zambia, Malawi and Tanzania. Fly in style over Africa’s most unique, beautiful and pristine landscapes in a luxuriously-fitted Cessna Grand Caravan, in the company of a private pilot and experienced guide. Touch down in Botswana’s delta for a game drive through the watery plains and sail along the Chobe River in a house boat. Fly over Victoria Falls en route to Zambia’s South Luangwa for a thrilling bush walk, explore the wilds of Selous and Ruaha, two of Tanza...

Appreciate the romance of a safari and beach experience on this perfect honeymoon combination. Enjoy an exhilarating few days on a Big 5 safari, staying in a beautifully romantic lodge in one of South Africa’s premier reserves followed by a lazy week or two on a paradisiacal Indian Ocean island in a villa resort where each villa is the epitome of privacy with a secluded living/dining veranda and private plunge pool and the soft sands are lapped by warm turquoise waters.

A self drive itinerary which takes in the highlights of South Africa. Begin in the culturally diverse city of Cape Town before heading into the Winelands where the landscape is punctuated by vineyards and wine estates offering ample opportunities to sample some of the Cape's finest vintages. Heading south, spot whales at Hermanus before driving along the spectacular garden route, finishing with a Big 5 safari experience.