A complete guide to African safari tours

A complete guide to African safari tours

Introduction 

An African Safari tour is the ultimate definition of an adventure and lucky for you, there is a safari for everyone. From a wide range of tours and destinations, no matter what kind of vacation you have in mind, an African Safari tailored to you is a perfect way to unwind and experience what Africa has to offer. Many places in Africa offer surprisingly high-quality wildlife viewing, but the most famous ones are South Africa, Kenya and Tanzania destinations.

Here is a comprehensive list of African Safari tours that you, your family, and friends would love with information on tours, packages, and hotels. The below mentioned information would help you select the few famous destination as they give a clear insight of the amazing wildlife and cultural background of theses places and makes it easy to plan itinerary.

  1. Uganda Expedition

The Uganda Expedition is one of the top-ranking safaris and Uganda itself is one of the top 10 travel destinations according to National Geographic Society and one of the top 52 places to visit by The New York Times. The scenic beauty and diversity of Uganda will inspire you. From forest primates to reptiles and savannah mammals to rare species of birds and insects. There is so much to do in Uganda from game dives through golden grassland and trekking through the lush lands seeking lions and elephants.

The average cost of Uganda Safari trip is $200 per person with additional charges of permits (gorilla permits $700 per person, and golden monkey permits $60 per person). Accommodation can cost you up to $100 per night and the best hotels to stay at including Kampala Serena Hotel, Munyonyo Commonwealth Resort, and Mestil Hotel & Residences.

 Best tourist attraction in Uganda: 

  • 1. Gorilla trekking
  • 2. Chimpanzee trekking
  • 3. Bird watching
  • 4. Cultural experiences: Batwa trail, Igongo Cultural Centre, Ndere Centre, Queen Elizabeth National Park
  • 5. Water Rafting
  • 6. Canoeing on Lake Bunyonyi
  • 7. Game drives
  • 8. Volcano Hiking
  • 9. Boat safaris
  • 10. Kampala City Tour
  • Rwanda Safari Expedition 

 On of the most famous biodiverse regions of Africa, Rawanda has a lot to offer if you really love wildlife adventures. It is situated at the heart of the Albertine Rift and is a refuge of rainforest endemism.  One of the famous mammal of the Virunga Massif, is the mountain gorilla that you can witness here.

In Rwanda, you will experience the thick vegetation of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The steep slopes provide you with an exciting gorilla trekking experience even though it’s more difficult than in Uganda. The Karisoke Research Centre founded in 1967 is a great place to learn more about gorilla conservation efforts. The bustling Nyamirambo neighbourhood is another exciting cultural experience you must have. Tracking the ‘big five at the Akagera National Park will give you a much-needed perspective on anti-poaching initiatives. 

If you are interested in a luxury gorilla safari which includes trekking permits, private transportation, guides, accommodation, and meals, you can contact Al.khair representative to plan an exquisite itinerary. Our top picks for accommodation include One & Only Nyungwe House, Ruzizi Tented Lodge, and Magashi Camp. 

Best Tourist Attractions in Rawanda;

  • Private Guided Tour to Akagera National Park from Kigali
  • Gorilla Trekking
  • Akagera National Park Game Drive, 
  • Ihema boat trip 
  • Nyungwe Canopy and Kivu Lake Adventure
  • Kigali
  • Akagera, Nyungwe Forest 
  • Volcanoes National Park Tour
  • Namibia Zimbabwe Safari

The African Safari to Namibia Zimbabwe is a 21-day long adventure from Namibia to Botswana and Zimbabwe. The safari gives you a chance to experience wildlife like never before, the rich African culture, the scenic beauty, and landmarks such as Namib Desert’s Sossusvlei Dunes, Deadvlei, and Sesriem Canyon. Our personal favourites include sighting the largest elephant herds in Africa at the Chobe National Park, the Okavango Delta, and the cruise of the Zambezi River. 

The Namibia Zimbabwe Safari will cost you between $125 and $1500 per person, per night. This safari can be as budget-friendly as you like and as luxurious as you need it to be. We recommend booking the African Budget Safari tours and availing a discount on the safari which would otherwise cost you $4421. Our top picks for accommodation include Bumi Hills Safari Lodge, Changa Safari Camp, and Malilangwe House. 

Things to do in Namibia- Zimbabwe

  • Windhoek – Namibia
  • Namib Desert & Sossusvlei
  • Swakopmund, Walvis Bay Lagoon
  • Etosha National Park
  • Okavango River
  • Caprivi Strip 
  • Mahangu National Park 
  • Okavango Delta of Botswana
  • Greater Moremi
  • Victoria Falls 
  • Masai & Nairobi Expedition 

One of the very famous Safari Expeditions in Nairobi -Kenya are the Maasai Safaris. At Al.Khair we cater private and corporate group tours for families and organizations.

 You can amaze yourself with the adventure awaiting right into the heart of the Masai Mara National reserve or enjoy to the fullest in the pristine, white sand beaches of the Kenyan Coast.

According to John Hemingway, an American author, “​If you will ever see magic, it has to be in Africa. But if you ask us, if you will ever see magic, it will be in Kenya”.

 Explore and get thrilled with the most comprehensive and diverse itinerary for the Kenya Safaris to Nairobi that encompases Mt Kenya climbing and magnificent road safari across the beautiful land of Kenya. It also combines the thrill of exploring the most renowned game reserves, museums and destinations in Kenya.

Well, Maasai Mara in Kenya needs no introduction, consecutively voted as Africa’s leading safari destination since 2015. Famous for the Wildebeest Migration and also the arena for biggest wild races. Millions of species of antelopes, zebras, 1.5 million wildebeests and over 200,000 zebras start a dramatic round-trip that moves.

Besides, How about adopting a baby elephant? get a chance to bottle feed baby elephants at David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage. Get a chance of a lifetime sloppy kiss to giraffee at the Giraffe Center. Swimming with Dolphins? Or a thrilling skydiving in Diani and much more.

You haven’t been to Kenya if you haven’t been to Masai Mara.

Places to add in wish-list while you visit Nairobi: 

  • Lake Nakuru/ Lake Nakuru National Park
  • Great Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha, Crescent Island
  • Masai Mara National Reserve
  •  Elephant Orphange
  • Giraffe  Center
  •  Masai Market

Masai & Nairobi Expedition

Lake Nakuru/ Lake Nakuru National Park

  • Great Rift Valley to Lake Naivasha, Crescent Island
  • Masai Mara National Reserve
  • South Africa safari and beach experience in KwaZulu-Natal.

 South Africa is the most popular travel destination of 2023. Its famous for its game reserves and sunny beaches, however is also offers an unforgettable African wildlife experience within the cosmopolitan junction Cape Town; South Africa has a lot to explore. Discover the African bush safari in the famous Kruger National Park or other national parks and game reserves around.   Visitors get exceptional opportunities to indulge in an extraordinary natural habitat and explore the ecological and bio diverse country on the whole. The Big Five Mammals – lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant and rhino  to name a few can be seen roaming  through South Africa’s premier safari sites; one the famous is the Kruger National Park, which is the haven of iconic large mammals.

The country is  a home to even more remarkable smaller creatures  and also offers a  the greatest natural ecosystem for beautiful species of birds unlikely other afrcoan destinations.  Besides it also has some amazing plant species to explore at Cape Floral Kingdom in the southwest.

 A unique Kwazulu-Natal Big Five safari offers daily adventure and  comfortable accommodation at one of the famous and premium South African lodges. A spectacular combination of coastal KwaZulu-Natal African beach and cultural tour awaits. In this  beautiful sub-tropical region, these lodges offer private smaller reserves and offers a private room for family and friends to avoid the crowd and endless tracking that other destinations offer.

The famous five lodges includes; 

·         Hluhluwe River Lodge

·         AmaKhosi Safari Lodge

·         Thanda Private Game Reserve

·         Nambiti Hills Private Game Lodge

·         Leopard Mountain Lodge

Besides, there are many opportunities to embark on the adventure of a lifetime with a safari near Cape Town.The water theme parks of Sun City are the perfect excursion to take with your family. 

South Africa Must-See Places

Kruger National Park and Surrounds

Madikwe Game Reserve

Tswalu Kalahari Reserve

Phinda Private Game Reserve

Eastern Cape Safari Parks(Big 5 safari)

Cape Town Tour -sunset champagne cruise, Atlantis Dunes and Table Mountain  etc.

Simon’s Town/False Bay (Go shark cage diving in False Bay 

Hermanus

Garden Route

Johannesburg

Africas’ Amazing wildlife and live safari experience, mesmerizing scenery, friendly people and cultural encounters to blissful beaches, Africa has so much to offer. So are you planning your next tour to explore these spectacular sites? Let us help you plan a complete Wild life tour to Africa and put it on your bucket list for upcoming holidays.

‘The only man I envy, is the man who has not yet been to Africa – for he has so much to look forward to’.  Richard Mullin

 When you are ready to board for this great expedition call Al Khair your travel partner and companion for a complete tour plan and tour packages.  We assure you that once you return back after your first Safari trip, Africa would get into your blood and you have a life long unforgettable memories and a realtionship that would want you to return to this enchanting wildlife arena.

So what are you waiting,  start planning your next African safari holidays with Al Khair.

 Just a trigger warning, Africa is very addictive!

South Africa Must-See Places

Kruger National Park and Surrounds

Madikwe Game Reserve

Tswalu Kalahari Reserve

Phinda Private Game Reserve

Eastern Cape Safari Parks(Big 5 safari)

Cape Town Tour -sunset champagne cruise, Atlantis Dunes and Table Mountain  etc.

Simon’s Town/False Bay (Go shark cage diving in False Bay 

Hermanus

Garden Route

Johannesburg

Africas’ Amazing wildlife and live safari experience, mesmerizing scenery, friendly people and cultural encounters to blissful beaches, Africa has so much to offer. So are you planning your next tour to explore these spectacular sites? Let us help you plan a complete Wild life tour to Africa and put it on your bucket list for upcoming holidays.

‘The only man I envy, is the man who has not yet been to Africa – for he has so much to look forward to’.  Richard Mullin

 When you are ready to board for this great expedition call Al Khair your travel partner and companion for a complete tour plan and tour packages.  We assure you that once you return back after your first Safari trip, Africa would get into your blood and you have a life long unforgettable memories and a realtionship that would want you to return to this enchanting wildlife arena.

So what are you waiting,  start planning your next African safari holidays with Al Khair.

 Just a trigger warning, Africa is very addictive!

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