If you’re seeking an exceptional touring holiday then Africa should top your travel wish list with its stunning wildlife, spectacular scenery and sweeping, sandy beaches. Whether you’re an ardent explorer, a keen nature-lover, or you’re searching for something truly romantic, Africa will exceed all your hopes and dreams.
Embark on our Grand Tour of South Africa, starting in beautiful Cape Town and taking in the incredible views from Table Mountain, before grabbing your camera and snapping the Big Five on safari at the Chobe National Park in Botswana.
Alternatively, why not take our Exploring Namibia Tour, home to deep red sand dunes, brilliant flora, the magnificent Fish River Canyon and eerie ghost town, Kolmanskop. Or rediscover yourself as you wander through the awe-inspiring Great Rift Valley of Kenya, awash with wildlife, tranquil lakes, unspoilt savannahs and imposing mountains.
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Norman Carr Walking Safaris
At a time when most people went on safari to shoot animals with guns, Norman Carr pioneered the idea of shooting animals with your camera instead. He wanted people to appreciate the wildlife in their natural habitat and to enjoy...
Join our scenic tour of Madagascar and discover the dramatic landscapes waiting in abundance from the highlands of hills and mountains, through to rainforests and dry forests as well as the mountain ranges of Andringitra and Isalo National Park, which...
The Saruni Collection is a group of luxurious individual lodges and tented camps located in some of Kenya's most beautiful and private wildlife conservancies. These lodges not only offer fantastic wildlife spotting opportunities but they also provide elegant comfort while...
Splendours of Zambia and South Luangwa with Lusaka
An untamed wilderness, discover Africa’s hidden gem – Zambia. Spend a night in the thriving capital Lusaka, enjoying fine-dining and shopping before escaping the bustle and immersing yourself in Zambia’s unspoiled plains. Explore authentic Zambian villages, track the awe-inspiring Big...
Having started leading safaris back in 1975, Robin Pope knows Zambia better than most, eventually opening his own safari company 11 years later. Best known for his mobile walking safari, it’s hailed as one of the leading wilderness experiences available...
Just like the Elewana SkySafari in Kenya, the Tanzania version is the ultimate in safari luxury and elegance. Featuring some of Tanzania’s famous and most loved National Parks, from Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Lake Manyara and the famous Serengeti National Park which...
Taking inspiration from the Swahili word for 'suspended in mid-air’, Angama Mara is situated on a hillside high above the floor of Africa’s Great Rift Valley in what many consider to be the best position in the Masai Mara. Angama...
Standing high on the banks of the slow moving Rufiji River is the beautiful Serena Mivumo River Lodge, providing stunning views down to the roaring torrents of Stiegler's Gorge. This hidden gem offers just twelve luxurious rooms, housed in a...
Larsens' tented camp is set on lush lawns along the bank of the Ewaso Ng'iro River, a life line for the Samburu National Reserve. Tranquillity and nature embrace you the minute you enter the camp, with the river being the...
Splendours of Zambia and Lower Zambezi with Lusaka
A true safari paradise, visit the vast unspoiled savannahs of Zambia – still relatively unknown by your average tourist. The original walking safaris began here, and as such, nature lovers will never be far from incredible wildlife like Africa’s Big...
Olare Mara Kempinski in situated in the Olare Motorogi Conservancy, where a huge variety of wildlife makes their home in the area. Visitors are often surprised as to how close they are to nature whilst at the camp. In the...
Mara Plains Camp one of the smallest and most personal camps’ in Masai Mara. Guests can game drive in both the Masai Mara National Reserve which is only a few hundred meters away or in the privacy of the neighbouring...
The Big Five consists of elephants, Cape buffalo, leopards, rhinos and lions. They are referred to as such because they are widely considered to be the most difficult animals to hunt on foot, though the term has since been adopted by the travel industry to promote safari expeditions.
What is the currency of Africa?
The world’s second largest continent, Africa is comprised of 54 countries, and many have their own currency specific to their country. For example, South Africa uses the South African rand, Egypt have the Egyptian pound, and Kenya use the Kenyan shilling. Many West African countries use the West African CFA franc, including the Ivory Coast, Mali and Niger, while several Central African countries use the Central African CFA franc, such as Cameroon, Chad and the Central African Republic.
What is Africa known for?
Africa is home to the Sahara desert, the ‘Smoke That Thunders’ (Victoria Falls), the Egyptian pyramids, and a wealth of exotic wildlife such as elephants, leopards, lions and hyena. Africa is said to be the birthplace of civilisation.
A feast for the senses – Africa is as diverse as it is expansive. Trek through vast plains in search of lions, rhinos and elephants, take in awe-inspiring vistas as you wander over endless dunes, sit around campfires listening to stories from the local people, before ascending skyward in a hot air balloon for an unhindered view of the breath-taking scenery.
Why you'll love Africa...
• Admiring Africa from above on a hot air balloon • Tracking rhinos on foot in Saruni • Discovering the mighty ‘Smoke That Thunders’, Victoria Falls • Cruising down the Zambezi river • Dining under the stars in Zambia • Experiencing wildlife up close on a walking safari • Wandering across unspoilt savannahs • Trekking through the Great Rift Valley • Visiting colourful local communities • Immersing yourself in culture as the Masai perform traditional ceremonies • Spotting the Big Five in their natural habitat
Did you know?
• Africa has the world’s youngest population, with more people aged under 20 than anywhere else in the world. • The people of Africa speak over 1,000 languages, with recent studies suggesting almost 2,000. • Ethiopia has one of the worlds’ largest alphabets at 345 words in length.
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