Luxury African Safari Tours
Encounter Africa's wildlife and experience vast, striking landscapes on a bespoke safari tour.
- Expert local guides for a unique safari experience
- 24/7 global support
- Customized luxury African safari tours
- Award-winning travel specialists
Nothing compares to the experience of going on an African safari tour; the excitement of spotting leopards weaving in and out of the tall grass or the joy of observing elephants cooling themselves at the watering hole.
Whether your dream safari includes birding along the Zambezi or tracking rhinos in Zimbabwe, we’ll help create your perfect luxury African safari tour.
At Scott Dunn, we have connections with some of the best safari guides and rangers across Africa. We can craft a bespoke vacation, customized to your interests. If you want to take the family on a game drive in the Maasai Mara and get up close and personal with the "big five", we’ll make it happen.
Or perhaps you and your partner would like to experience a walking African safari tour in Botswana and learn to read the tracks of a lion on the hunt while interpreting the sounds of the savannah? Whatever it is, we can create a truly unforgettable experience that’s unique to you.
African Canoe Safaris
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Pick up your paddles and get ready to discover all the wonders Africa has to offer on a canoe safari. Gliding along vast rivers and waterways, you’ll explore beautifully remote areas.
First-time Safaris
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Your first safari tour is a truly unforgettable experience; spending the day watching elegant gazelles prancing along the veld or spotting prowling lions in the grass in their natural habitat.
Cycling Safaris
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Swap a traditional four-wheel game-drive for an untraditional cycling safari. Immerse yourself in Africa's wilderness and experience intimate animal encounters. Truly connect to your surroundings as you move through the open air.
Flying Safaris
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Soar above the wilderness and experience Africa’s open plains from a whole new perspective on a memorable flying safari tour. Discover Namibia's striking red dunes and Botswana’s Okavango Delta.
Luxury Safari & Beach Vacations
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Have you always dreamt of an African safari adventure that also incorporates some relaxation? Our luxury safari and beach vacations might just be the perfect getaway for you.
- Bespoke safari and beach vacations customized to you
- Local experts and unique, authentic experiences
- 24/7 global support when you need it
- Award-winning luxury travel specialists
The Great Migration
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Africa's supreme wildlife spectacle, the wildebeest migration is the story of three million animals’ relentless journey across the Maasai Mara and the Serengeti. This is nature at its visceral best.
How to Pick Your Safari Destination
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There are many things to consider when planning a safari. But there are plenty of ways to help narrow down the choices and find an Africa safari tour that's perfect for you.
Malaria-Free Safaris
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From the Eastern Cape reserves in South Africa to beautiful Etosha National Park in Namibia, you have plenty of choices for a wildlife-packed malaria-free safari with activities for all ages.
Riding Safaris in Africa
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Africa’s sweeping landscapes are an open invitation if you seek the thrill of viewing wildlife from your saddle. Whatever your ability, a riding safari will take you deep into the wilderness.
Primate Safaris
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Few wildlife encounters are as humbling and thrilling as a primate safari. Watch wild mountain gorillas or spend time with our boisterous cousins: chimpanzees, lemurs and monkeys.
Walking Safaris in Africa
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If you’re looking to get up close and personal with Africa’s fantastic wildlife, a walking safari is the tour for you. In the company of an expert guide, you’ll experience an intimate safari where you can thoroughly soak up the scenery.
The Best African Safari Tour Destinations
Ready to start planning your luxury African safari tour but not sure where to start? At Scott Dunn, our travel specialists have all the insider knowledge, including when to go and where to stay. Perhaps you dream of gazing out across the Serengeti on a flying safari or exploring Namibia’s open plains on one of our private African safari tours. Whatever your ideal trip looks like, we’ll uncover the best luxury African safari tour destination for you.
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Botswana is a brilliant destination to view wildlife as Makgadikgadi Pans is a sanctuary for many bird species and enormous herds of migratory zebra.
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With the wildlife-strewn Masai Mara, flamingo-filled Rift Valley lakes, vibrant tribes and palm-fringed coastline, a vacation to Kenya offers a true 'Out of Africa' experience.
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From sand dunes and wild coastline to lush, river-fed plains and dramatic mountains, Namibia is a country of extraordinary and contrasting landscapes.
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Rwanda's captivating natural features continue to draw visitors in, from Lake Kivu and Rwanda’s majestic volcanoes, to the acres of lush vegetation, verdant tea plantations and dense rainforest.
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From rugged wilderness and world-class wines to migrating whales off the coast, South Africa is so much more than just a safari destination – it’s a country that has it all.
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With unrivaled quantities of game and some of the most beautiful national parks on the continent, a Tanzania vacation is a safari dream come true.
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Uganda is situated on the equator and is known for varied habitats: flat savannah plains, lush verdant rainforest, great lakes and tall western mountains.
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Zambia is the real Africa: wide and unspoiled, etched with dusty pot-holed roads, great valleys and vast tracts of undeveloped land.
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This beautiful country with a wide range of diverse environments ripe for exploring.
The Best Luxury African Safari Tours & Hotels
Our carefully curated collection of hotels and safari tours capture the ultimate in Africa's scenery, wildlife, and extraordinary safari experiences. With customized itineraries for every kind of traveler, you'll find thrilling adventure safaris, family-friendly activities, bespoke lodges, and luxury African safari tours for an epic escape.
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&Beyond Nxabega Okavango Safari Camp
Nxabega Concession, Okavango Delta and Moremi, Botswana
Nxabega Okavango Safari Camp is situated under dense strands of African ebony trees in an exclusive wildlife concession. With only ten elevated tented suites, Nxabega offers some of the best flood plain views in the Delta.
Adventure Off the beaten track Wildlife Eco/ethical tourism
&Beyond Phinda Mountain Lodge
Phinda Private Game Reserve, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa
Phinda Mountain Lodge is a great safari destination on the private Phinda Game Reserve. The lodge offers 25 suites in individual rondavels, scatted along the mountainside, with the focus on authentic African architecture and ethnic design.
Adventure Wildlife Eco/ethical tourism
&Beyond Phinda Rock Lodge
Phinda Private Game Reserve, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa
Phinda Rock Lodge is located in the southern section of the reserve and is the most private. Built into the side of a mountain it comprises six large air conditioned suites overlooking the beautiful leopard rock. Each suite has its own plunge pool.
Adventure Wildlife Eco/ethical tourism
&Beyond Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge
Chitabe Concession, Okavango Delta and Moremi, Botswana
Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge is a beautiful thatched lodge nestled between permanent water and grassy plains. It was built with a commitment to 'treading lightly on the earth'. Accommodation is in twelve en-suite suites raised up on stilts.
Adventure Off the beaten track Wildlife Fishing
&Beyond Savute Under Canvas
Savute, Linyanti, Botswana
Savute Under Canvas is a luxury mobile tented camp in a remote corner of the Chobe National Park, where the game viewing is phenomenal. With five tented rooms, Savute Under Canvas is ideal for anyone looking for a unique and traditional safari experience.
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&Beyond Serengeti Under Canvas
Serengeti National Park, Serengeti and northern Tanzania, Tanzania
Serengeti Under Canvas offers two luxury mobile camps which roam the Serengeti plains and beyond, following the wildebeest as they migrate. Each semi-permanent camp has nine Meru style tents all with elegant finishes of Persian rugs and chandeliers.
Wildlife Eco/ethical tourism
&Beyond Sossusvlei Desert Lodge
NamibRand Nature Reserve, Sossusvlei, Namibia
Sossusvlei Desert Lodge is a sophisticated and luxurious lodge located in the beautiful Namib Desert. Ten stunning glass and brick villas offer privacy and magnificent views across the red, arid landscape towards the majestic mountains beyond.
Adventure Wildlife Eco/ethical tourism
&Beyond Xaranna Okavango Delta Camp
Xudum Concession, Okavango Delta and Moremi, Botswana
Xaranna Tented Camp is a small intimate camp with sweeping views opening up onto a permanent lagoon teeming with hippo. The Camp combines the best of what the Okavango has to offer, both on land and the water, accompanied by expert guides and trackers.
Adventure Off the beaten track Wildlife Fishing
Acacia House
Maasai Mara, Kenya
Acacia House is an exclusive private house offering an excellent family safari experience in the Mara North Conservancy Area, just outside the Maasai Mara in Kenya. The house has three bedrooms, one en-suite, and includes a private safari guide.
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Amalinda Lodge
Matopos Hills, Zimbabwe
Amalinda is a privately owned safari lodge set within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Matobo Hills National Park in south-western Zimbabwe. Stay in one of nine Flintstones-esque chalets built around the rocks as your base for exploring Matobo.
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FAQs about luxury African safari tours
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Africa offers great experiences all year round, but the best time to visit depends on what you wish to see and do.
April to October is considered the dry season and is the ideal time to view an abundance of game on safari. If you're visiting the north of the region, you might wish to travel in the cooler seasons of spring and fall, although there can be heavy rain in Kenya.
Our travel specialists can help you choose the best time of year to take a safari tour based on your preferred activities and experiences.
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The best destination for you depends on what you wish to see, who you’re traveling with and what activities you wish to participate in. There are some incredible locations to take a luxury safari tour, immerse yourself in the rich African culture and experience thrilling adventures.
Kenya offers some of the best opportunities to see the "big five" and is a popular destination for luxury safari tours. You'll also discover incredible, striking landscapes, serene lakes and awe-inspiring nature reserves. Botswana is also a sanctuary for an abundance of birds as well as zebra, with its inland delta providing a unique lush and diverse landscape, perfect for an African safari.
If you're looking for a more varied destination with ample opportunity for cultural exploration and vibrant cities thrown into the mix, then a South African safari and tour could be the perfect combination.
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We offer an incredible selection of luxury, immersive safaris and tours across some of Africa's most diverse locations. Whether you're a first-timer or you're looking for an alternative safari and a new way of seeing the country's wildlife, our bespoke tours offer a unique experience. You can even explore Africa and its wondrous wildlife by canoe, on horseback or by private plane.
Some of our luxury African safari tours include beach retreats on the stunning island of Mauritius, adventure-focused itineraries and family-friendly activities. Our travel specialists can help find the best luxury African safari tour for you.
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ou're traveling with children or teenagers, we offer dedicated family-friendly safaris that include a wealth of experiences, adventures and activities, specially designed for all ages. South African safari tour locations are popular options as they are malaria-free and remove the need for medication. However, Kenya and Zimbabwe also offer some unique and magical safari experiences for children and adults alike.
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The specific animals you're likely to see depend on the exact destination. You can expect to experience wildlife such as wildebeest in Kenya and Tanzania and primates in Uganda, Rwanda and Tanzania. There are multiple opportunities to see the "big five" across various countries. Our customized tours allow you to get up close to Africa's beautiful wildlife, impressive, lush nature and vast, dramatic landscapes.
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Our tours range from between 8 and 15 nights and are carefully planned to help you get the most out of your safari experiences. If you have alternative requests, then please speak to our travel specialists and we will do our best to accommodate these.
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Our safari tours start from $6,500 per person. Because all our tours are tailor-made, the final price depends on the specific experiences you have chosen and your tour details.
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Call us on the number listed below or fill out our online inquiry form to book your unique tour. Our specialist travel team will create a bespoke package and find the best luxury African safari tour for you. We'll also provide you with a cost quote, so you'll know exactly what you'll be spending.
Plan Your Luxury African Safari Tour with Scott Dunn
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Contact our travel specialists to book your tour or to discover more about our range of luxury African safaris.
African safari vacation guides and inspiration
Seeking inspiration for your African safari tour? From planning a family safari to sharing the trip of a lifetime with your significant other, take a look at our expertly written guides below and begin your adventure today.
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