AFRICA: Best Selling Tours & Special Offers

DELUXE SOUTH AFRICA

Special

SAVE $1615

INCLUDES

4 Nights More Quarters, 3 Nights Franschhoek Country House, 5 Nights Garonga

Safari Camp

12 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches & 5 Dinners, Local Drinks on Safari, Game Drives, Nature Walks, Sleep Out

Experience, Bush Bath, 30 Minute Massage, City Tours & Road Transfers

EXCLUDES

International Flights, Internal Flight, Visas, Gratuities, Items of a Personal Nature

* CONDITIONS APPLY

Departs Cape Town. Prices shown are per person twin share based on travel between 01 May - 31 Aug 2023. Daily departures subject to availability. Price is land only and excludes flights.

13 Days from $5795 per person

Cape Town | Franschhoek | Greater Kruger

EXPLORE SCENIC SOUTH AFRICA

Affordable Luxury!

This itinerary has been expertly designed by the Bench Africa team as an introduction to Africa, specifically for the first time safarigoer Journey through the most scenic areas in South Africa: Cape Town - consistently voted most beautiful city in the world, Franschhoek - arguably one of the best winelands on earth and the world famous Greater Kruger.

Searching for an exotic and luxurious holiday at an affordable price? You can expect luxurious accommodation throughout, complete with personal touches, without breaking the bank

up Tour

BEST SELLING

INCLUDES

12 Nights in 4 Star Safari Camps & Lodges

All Meals on Safari Road Transfers

4X4 Safari Vehicle Game Drives Park Fees Included

13 Days From $11,020 Per Person

Ngorongoro Crater | Serengeti | Amboseli

Naivasha | Masai Mara | Nakuru

EXCLUDES

International Flights, Visas, Gratuities, Items of a Personal Nature.

* CONDITIONS APPLY

Departs Nairobi. Prices shown are per person twin share based on travel between 07Nov - 12Dec 2023.

Departs weekly on Tuesdays, subject to availability. Minimum 4 guests, maximum 7 guests.

EAST AFRICA

THE ULTIMATE SAFARI IN

Join this small group tour and witness the magnificent sights that East Africa has to offer Visit the spectacular Serengeti National Park in Tanzania, and the world famous Masai Mara in Kenya, with their incredible game viewing opportunities Take in the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater and Amboseli National Park, standing in the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Africa

BEST SELLING

INCLUDES

6 Nights in 3 Star Accommodation

6 Breakfasts & 6 Dinners

4X4 Safari Vehicle

English Speaking Guide

Game Viewing

Sightseeing Tours

Road Transfers

EXCLUDES

International Flights, Internal Flight, Visas, Gratuities, Items of a Personal Nature

* CONDITIONS APPLY

7 Days - $2045 Per Person

No Single Supplement

Greater Kruger,South Africa

YOUR HOME IN THE AFRICAN BUSH

Surrounded by pristine nature and exotic wildlife, clear turquoise natural springs, and supreme tranquillity, Makutsi shares with you a little African paradise Your home away from home. Experience the raw African bush in all its enchanting simplicity Relax, unwind, and soak up the peace and serenity of nature – palms and acacias, elephants, rhinos, giraffes, crocodiles, lions, cheetahs, leopards and bushveld

THESmall Group Tour

BOTSWANA WILDLIFE

15 Days From $5990 Per Person

Victoria Falls | Hwange | Khwai River | Chobe

Moremi Game Reserve | Okavango Delta

WATERFALLS & WILDLIFE

INCLUDES

Game Lodges / Tented Camps

14 Breakfasts, 11 Lunches & 11 Dinners

Safari Vehicle

English Speaking Guide

Game Drives

Game Walks

Nature Walks

River Cruise

EXCLUDES

International Flights, Visas, Gratuities, Items of a Personal Nature

With teeming wildlife and spectacular landscapes, Botswana is the perfect choice for your next safari. Journey through some of the country's impressive highlights, including Hwange, Moremi Game Reserve, the Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park. Your safari comes to an end in Zimbabwe, with a tour of the resplendent Victoria Falls, the world's largest sheet of falling water

TH

MIGRATION SAFARI

Small Group Tour

BEST SELLING

INCLUDES

7 Nights Accommodation

7 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 6 Dinners

Bottled Water on Safari Airport Transfers

4X4 Safari Vehicle

Game drives

Entrance Fees

English Speaking Guide

EXCLUDES

International Flights, Visas & Items of a Personal Nature

* CONDITIONS APPLY

Departs Nairobi. Prices shown are per person twin share based on travel between 01 July - 15 July 2023 and 16 Sept - 31 Oct

2023 subject to availability. Minimum 2 guests, maximum 7 guests. Price is land only and excludes international flights.

8 Days - $5205 Per Person

THE GREAT WILDEBEEST MIGRATION

Most travellers consider the river crossings to be the most exciting part of the Great Migration to witness, and a must-do on the bucket list When you book on this small group safari in Kenya, you will join like-minded adventurers to be in with the best chance to witness one of the '7 Wonders of the Natural World' - the Great Wildebeest Migration.

Nairobi | Masai Mara | Lake Nakuru

Group Tour

BEST SELLING

INCLUDES

19 Nights Accommodation: Hotel/Chalet/Tented Camp

19 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches & 2 Dinners

Road Transfers

Game Drives

Game Walks

Nature Walks

Boat Excursion

Cultural Experiences

EXCLUDES

International Flights, Internal Flight, Visas, Gratuities & Items of a Personal Nature

* CONDITIONS APPLY

Prices shown are per person twin share based on travel between 10Mar - 15Dec 2023. Scheduled departures subject to availability. Price is land only and excludes flights.

20 Days - $5090 Per Person

Johannesburg | Kruger National Park | Eswatini

KwaZulu-Natal | Lesotho | Garden Route | Cape Town

SOUTH AFRICA FROM JUST $255 PER DAY!

Discover the wonderful contrasts of South Africa on an affordable 20 day adventure Marvel at the Blyde River Canyon, seek out the ‘Big Five’ in the world famous Kruger National Park, enjoy cultural & historical experiences in Eswatini, KwaZulu-Natal & Lesotho Walk in the awe-inspiring Drakensberg Mountains & finally journey through the Eastern Cape & follow the Garden Route to Cape Town

OF NAMIBIA

Small Group Tour

SELLING

12 Days From $7895 Per Person

Namib Naukluft National Park| Sossusvlei Swakopmund | Damaraland | Etosha | Windhoek

AN AUTHENTIC AFRICAN SAFARI

INCLUDES

Guesthouse/Lodge/Tented Camps

11 Breakfasts, 10 Lunches & 9 Dinners

Safari Vehicle

English Speaking Guide

Game Drives

Entrance Fees

EXCLUDES

International Flights, Visas, Gratuities, Items of a Personal Nature

Departs

* CONDITIONS APPLY

Traverse Namibia by road and discover the true beauty of this magnificent destination Highlights include scaling some of the world’s highest freestanding sand dunes, sea-kayaking on the Skeleton Coast, tracking desert adapted elephants, visiting the UNESCO World Heritage site at Twyfelfontein and the remote Himba settlements, and game viewing in Etosha National Park

UR KENYA

Safari

SAVE $1275

INCLUDES

3 Nights Elephant Bedroom

Camp & 4 Nights Mara

Ngenche

All Meals, Local Drinks on Safari Game Drives

2 x Sundowners

Park Fees

Internal Flights Road Transfers

EXCLUDES

International Flights, Visas, Gratuities, Items of a Personal Nature

* CONDITIONS APPLY

Prices shown are per person twin share based on travel between 01 Nov 23 - 15 Dec 23 2023. Daily departures subject to availability.

8 Days From $8535 Per Person

Samburu | Masai Mara

GO WILD IN KENYA

This beautiful itinerary has been designed with the discerning, safari connoisseur in mind Bench Africa's Connoisseur Signature safari showcases the fascinating cultures and iconic wilds of Kenya The dramatic landscape of Samburu and the sheer abundance of wildlife in the Masai Mara are a perfect combination.

Wild luxury: The accommodation has been chosen for the prime locations in both national parks You can expect barefoot luxury that only serves to enhance your experience of the wildlife and unique surrounds

GORILLA TREKKING

Signature Experienc

BEST SELLING

3 Days From $2030 Per Person

Kigali | Volcanoes National Park

MEET THE MOUNTAIN GORILLAS!

INCLUDES

Small Boutique / Hotel

2 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch & 1

Dinner

Local Drinks at Lodge

Return Airport Transfers

English Speaking Driver/Guide Genocide Memorial Visit

EXCLUDES

Gorilla Permits, International Flights, Visas, Gratuities, Items of a Personal Nature

* CONDITIONS APPLY

Trek through the forest in search of a family of gorillas, deep in the heart of Volcanoes National Park, in Rwanda. An hour in the company of a family of gorillas is one of the most memorable and awe-inspiring experiences we can share Gorilla Mountain View Lodge is located approximately 10 minutes from the park offices, at the base of Sabyinyo Volcano, with exceptional views

Luxury Nile Cruise

BEST SELLING

INCLUDES

First Class Hotels/Cruise Boat

8 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches & 4 Dinners

Scheduled Flight

Private Vehicle & Driver

Egyptologist-English Speaking

Overnight Cruising

Cultural / Historical Sites

Entrance Fees Included

EXCLUDES

International Flights, Visas, Gratuities, Items of a Personal Nature

* CONDITIONS APPLY

Departs Cairo. Prices shown are per person twin share based on travel between 03Jun27Aug 2023. Scheduled Departures during the year, subject to availability. Minimum 2 guests.

9 Days From $4465 Per Person

Pyramids of Giza | Temples of Karnak | Luxor Valley of the Kings | Edfu | Aswan

CRUISE ON THE RIVER NILE

The Sanctuary Nile Adventurer is widely regarded as one of the best boutique ships on the epic Nile, and named as one of National Geographic’s ‘Journeys of a lifetime’

Add gourmet cuisine as well as sightseeing experiences with the country’s most experienced Egyptologists, this is a taste of genuine 5-star luxury on a timeless river

Established in 1969, Bench Africa is Australia’s oldest and most trusted Africa safari specialist. This year we proudly celebrated 53 years of designing stylish, unusual, and utterly memorable holidays on the continent. Our award-winning team of experts live and breathe Africa, so you can be safe in the knowledge that any experience booked with us will not only exceed your expectations but also benefit the cherished people and places that you visit on your travels.

With offices in Cape Town and Mombasa, we have experienced eyes and ears on the ground, an assurance that our packages and tailored itineraries are well researched and carefully considered. We will thoughtfully plan your dream itinerary, guaranteeing that you glide effortlessly through both the booking and safari experiences. It also means we can assist you in the same time zone when you’re travelling in Africa so that you’re always safe and supported.

We appreciate that with the endless stream of information available to travellers today, it can seem like rather a daunting task trying to piece together a safari in Africa, and that’s why our passionate, award-winning team of experts is standing by. We draw on our personal experiences to tailor make specialised itineraries for solo travellers, honeymooners, groups of friends and multi-generational families, as well as adventure seekers and those of you with special interests and unique requirements. Each member of our team has lived, guided, or travelled on the continent, and their extensive knowledge can genuinely amplify your safari experience.

In 2018 Bench Africa proudly received the prestigious award for ‘Best Specialty Wholesaler’ in Australia at the National Travel Industry Awards. Bench Africa is a member of CATO (Council of Australian Tour Operators #TO1008) , and is an approved licensed Australian wholesaler with AFTA (Australian Federation of Travel Agents) and ATAS Accredited (#A10677). Furthermore, when travelling with Bench, you can have complete peace of mind knowing there is a 24-hour emergency phone with one of our experts on hand.

Prices are correct at the date of publication 25 January 2023 and are subject to change Terms and conditions can be found on our website - benchafrica com au