Africa Travel Guides

From all our trips to Africa we are bursting with knowledge to help you grasp all the diverse things you will find on offer here.

Guides

We want to share with you our best kept secrets; how to miss the crowds, where best to capture the insta-perfect sunset, where to sample the best street food or what clothes to pack for safari, we are here to make your trip as seamless and relaxing as possible.

To whet your appetite and inspire your imagination, we’ve put together a number of guides for Africa which answer some of the questions we get asked most frequently.

Less Obvious Africa
Less Obvious Africa

Africa is all but synonymous with adventure, yet look beyond the tried and tested safaris of Tanzania, Kenya, and South Africa and there is a world of unusual habitats, rare species and exclusive safari experiences to discover. Lock eyes with a lion, come face to face with a mountain gorilla or hear the bellow of an elephant in a corner of Africa that is less than obvious and even more extraordinary.

Explore
Private guides in Africa
Private guides in Africa

Enhance your trip to Africa with the wisdom and expertise of the people that know everything there is to know about the continent. Spending part or all of your safari with a private guide ensures your trip is customized to what you want to see and do, as well as giving you exclusive access to the seemingly boundless knowledge of the most remarkable and experienced guides in Africa.

Explore
Our Take on the Big Five
Our Take on the Big Five

The words ‘Big Five’ conjure up thoughts of the five most sought after animals to spot on safari. While Africa’s diverse wildlife continues to entice eagle eyed safari goers, the continent has so much else to offer, both on and off the savannah.

Explore

Why Scott Dunn?

Why SD and In the Know Icons_Unique
Unique to You
Unique to you

  • We listen to your travel goals and craft unique trips that are personalized to you.
  • We’re with you every step of your life’s travel journey, from honeymoons to family trips and beyond.

Why SD and In the Know Icons_Service
Seamless Service
Seamless Service

  • Global offices in the UK, US, and Singapore for 24/7 seamless service.
  • We offer flexibility if your plans change so you can book with confidence and peace of mind.
     

Why SD and In the Know Icons_Collection
Carefully Curated Collection
Curated Collection

  • We’ve curated an elevated collection of accommodation, experiences, and guides.
  • Committed to fostering close global relationships to continue bringing you unique experiences.

Why SD and In the Know Icons_Luxury
Luxury in Every Sense
Luxury in every sense

  • We deliver a sense of luxury that matters most to you.
  • Awarded Condé Nast Traveler’s Top Travel Specialists in the World 12 years in a row.