South Africa Safaris

Exceptional South African safari adventures

With numerous national parks and private game reserves spread across the country, South Africa offers safari on a grand scale.

Kruger National Park, situated in the Mpumalanga province, is probably the best-known national park in South Africa due to its unrivalled game viewing opportunities. As home to the Big Five, a stay here will give you a high chance of spotting buffalo, elephant, rhino, lion and leopard. Kruger National Park is home to the ultra-luxurious Lion Sands Ivory Lodge – an ideal retreat for post-safari comfort. South Africa also offers a multitude of smaller, less-known parks and reserves, such as the Madikwe Game Reserve and Pilanesberg National Park – each distinctive and appealing in its own way.

If you’re looking to experience a family safari, South Africa is an excellent choice. Home to ‘malaria-free’ game reserves, you can bring the little ones on your adventure without having to worry about taking malaria tablets. The Eastern Cape game reserves offer excellent game viewing as well as dedicated children’s safari programmes to keep them entertained and engaged.

Should you wish to extend your holiday, Johannesburg is an exciting addition, having undergone a renaissance in recent times. With a thriving cultural and culinary scene, this offers an excellent cosmopolitan contrast to your wilderness adventure. Or maybe you'd like to combine your safari with a relaxing beach retreat – Mauritius or Zanzibar are excellent choices, if you're looking for a slice of paradise. With so many options available, you could be forgiven for not knowing where to start but speak to one of our Destination Specialists about your aspirations and they will put together the perfect itinerary for you.

Top Tips from our Experts

Nick

Senior Destination Manager

"We spent three days at Kruger National Park. We did an all-day safari, driving ourselves around, and then two half day guided safaris. Over the three days we saw the Big Five and many more animals besides – it's such a thrill to see these magnificent animals in their natural habitat."

Robert

Destination Specialist

"Why worry about taking malaria tablets when you can enjoy your safari adventure in the malaria-free Eastern Cape reserves."

Try these inspiring safari itineraries

Here’s a selection of popular South Africa safaris to give you an idea of what’s available. Call us now and we’ll create an amazing safari holiday package just for you.

8 days

Wildlife and Warriors Tour

This extensive tour offers you breath-taking scenery and wildlife along with cultural experiences, as you journey between Johannesburg and Durban. Breathe deeply as you take a leisurely drive along the awe-inspiring Panorama Route, punctuated by cascading waterfalls, dense forests, caves...

Adventure holidays

12 days

Garden Route and Eastern Cape Safari

Guide Price €2,399 pp

This twelve day self drive gives you the opportunity to explore the city of Cape Town and its surrounds, spot Southern Right Whales in Hermanus (seasonal), drive along the Garden Route and track the Big Five on safari in the...

Self drive holidays

15 days

Grand Tour of South Africa

Guide Price €4,479 pp

The perfect tour for a first time visitor to South Africa or for someone who wants to see more of this captivating country. This comprehensive tour reflects the true spirit of South Africa. Gain an insight into its history and...

Solo holidays

12 days

Cape to Kruger Self Drive

A fantastic self drive beginning in beautiful Cape Town where you can enjoy the amazing beaches and abundance of restaurants before heading along picturesque 'Route 62' to Oudtshoorn. Enjoy beautiful scenery from wineries to the vast open spaces of the...

Couples Holidays

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South Africa is a great year round destination. From cosmopolitan culture in Cape Town and safaris in Kruger National Park to the iconic Garden Route, there's no shortage of activities and spectacular sights.

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