African Travel Classic Safari Collection Virtuoso

INDEPENDENT SMALL GROUP DEPARTURES

LIVE YOUR African Dream

Meaningful moments reveal themselves in unexpected ways when you visit the heart of Africa and experience the thrill of a safari.

Spot a dazzle of zebras dancing on the Serengeti savanna. Stand in awe at Victoria Falls and Table Mountain. Slow to the rhythms of Africa and recharge.

Exclusively focused on Africa and you, our luxury safari partner African Travel, Inc. takes prides in being your dream maker.

When you travel with us, you are in the trusted hands of one of the most awarded safari outfitters. Every detail is taken care of and a Guest Services team is available 24/7 while traveling.

Together we will help you live your African dream and guide you into the heart of Africa.

WELCOME TO THE Classic Collection

We have a curated collection of independent small group departures to Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa and Victoria Falls.

You enjoy the savings of private tours with local guides, rangers or trackers. Enjoy plenty of time to relax and explore on your own. You may also choose to extend your journey to include even more adventure.

Get ready to live your African dream while experiencing exceptional service.

What is the African Travel difference?

WE KNOW AFRICA

LOCAL HERE & THERE team in US and Africa with extensive knowledge & access

FAMILY OF BRANDS taking care of every detail

ONE-STOP-SHOP for air, the best hotels, camps & lodges

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experiences with a positive footprint

SERVICE with VIP amenities & 24/7 concierge

Southern African HIGHLIGHTS

Explore Cape Town taking in the views from Table Mountain and enjoying a private guided tour along the Cape Peninsula. Spot leopards, lions, zebras and more on safari drives in the Kapama Game Reserve near the Kruger National Park. Be awed by the majesty of Victoria Falls.

11 Days | Southern African Highlights

4 Nights Cape Town | 3 Nights Kapama Private Game Reserve

1 Night Johannesburg | 2 Nights Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

DAY 1 ARRIVE IN CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

Welcome to Cape Town, South Africa. You will be transferred to the five-star Table Bay Hotel, nestled on Quay Six in the heart of the vibrant Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Settle into South Africa time at the Lounge or Union Bar, or indulge in a divine massage at the spa.

The Table Bay

DAY 2 CAPE TOWN

Be swept away on a full day guided tour of the stunning “seascapes of “The Fairest Cape”. Take a cable car ride to the top of Table Mountain then explore the Cape Peninsula on a guided tour as you snake your way along Chapman’s Peak Drive, Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, and the colony of penguins at Boulders Beach. (B)

The Table Bay

DAY 3 & 4 CAPE TOWN

Enjoy your day at leisure. Embraced by the Atlantic Ocean and flanked by imperial mountains, Cape Town hosts a dazzling display of bright lights and architecture reflecting both the beauty of the past and modern innovation. Simply step outside your hotel and explore the city’s grandeur, vibrant cuisine, and compelling history. (B)

The Table Bay

DAY 5 CAPE TOWN / HOEDSPRUIT / KAPAMA

Bid adieu to Cape Town - you’re off to the Kapama Private Game Reserve! Arrive in time for an indulgent lunch before your first game drive. The reserve offers panoramic views of the nearby Drakensberg Mountain range with a wide variety of wildlife including elephant, buffalo, rhinoceros, and a large population of giraffe, impala, blue wildebeest and kudu.

Every experience on this journey gives greater insight into Africa’s wildlife conservation and its people. Make Travel Matter at Kapama Private Game Reserve where you will learn about their exciting wildlife conservation initiatives. (BLD)

Kapama Southern Camp

DAY 6 & 7 KAPAMA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE

Twice-daily game drives, accompanied by expert guides and trackers, provide plenty of opportunities to witness the plethora of local wildlife. Witness an African sunset while sipping a sundowner before celebrating with a communal dinner back at the lodge. (BLD)

Kapama Southern Camp

DAY 8 KAPAMA / JOHANNESBURG

Take one last early morning game drive before embarking on a flight to Johannesburg. You will be transferred to the DaVinci Hotel and Suites for a night stay. (B)

DaVinci Hotel and Suites

DAY 9 JOHANNESBURG / VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE

After breakfast, transfer from your hotel to Johannesburg Airport for your flight to Victoria Falls.

Arrive at your hotel in time to enjoy a tranquil sunset cruise on the Zambezi River followed by dinner at Makuwa-Kuwa restaurant. (BD)

Victoria Falls Safari Lodge

DAY 10 VICTORIA FALLS

Take a guided tour of Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World and witness the Cataracts, Livingstone’s statue, and an endless variety of birds and plants. Enjoy a unique African experience with dinner at The Boma Restaurant. During your stay, learn about the recycling project where plastic, paper, glass and cans are recycled and turned into candle holders, wine glasses, tumblers and more. (BD)

Victoria Falls Safari Lodge

DAY 11 VICTORIA FALLS / DEPART

After a farewell breakfast, you are transferred to Victoria Falls Airport for your flight back to Johannesburg. You may be leaving Africa behind, but you’ll return home with memories that will live on in your heart forever. (B)

LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS

THE TABLE BAY

4 Nights

Set on the historic Victoria & Alfred Waterfront against the stunning backdrop of Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean.

DAVINCI HOTEL & SUITES

1 Night

Located on Nelson Mandela Square, the hotel offers comfort and convenience in the heart of the Sandton shopping district.

KAPAMA SOUTHERN CAMP

3 Nights

Situated in the south of the Big Five game reserve, the camp offers contemporary décor inspired by the surrounding nature.

VICTORIA FALLS SAFARI LODGE

4 Nights

Set on a plateau overlooking the Zambezi National Park and few minutes from Victoria Falls. The lodge features the award-winning MaKuwa-Kuwa Restaurant.

DID YOU KNOW?

African Travel can arrange international flights from all points. There are options for direct flights from New York (JFK), Atlanta, Washington D.C. and Newark to South Africa, Kenya and Egypt and easy connections via Europe and the Middle East.

2024 Departures

MAR 17 $7,299 USD

MAY 21, JUN 16, JUL 10 $6,999 USD

AUG 12, SEP 22 $7,199 USD

Select Meals Included

Single Room Supplement from $1,599 USD Departs with a minimum of 4 passengers

INTRA-AFRICA

AIR INCLUDED

Cape Town and Safari INCOMPARABLE

Looking for exclusivity? Explore the rich tapestry of culture, landscapes and wildlife on this luxury safari. Indulge in Cape Town, fly to a safari hidden in a private game reserve, and visit one of the wonders of the world, Victoria Falls.

11 Days | Incomparable Cape Town and Safari

4 Nights Cape Town | 3 Nights Kruger National Park

1 Night Johannesburg | 2 Nights Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

DAY 1 ARRIVE IN CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

Welcome to Cape Town, South Africa’s “Mother City.” You will be transferred to the award-winning 5-star Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa.

The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa

DAY 2 CAPE TOWN

Drink in the picturesque scenery on a Cape Peninsula tour as you drive along the exquisite stretch of coastline. Relish the views along legendary Chapman’s Peak and take a ride on the Flying Dutchman funicular to the old lighthouse. On your way back towards Cape Town, visit the endearing African penguin colony at Boulders Beach. (B)

The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa

DAY 3 & 4 CAPE TOWN

Enjoy your days at leisure. To enhance your Cape Town experience, we recommend you sample the unique experiences the city has to offer. Perhaps organize a tour with a local guide or learn about South Africa’s history at world-renowned museums and monuments. Tonight, enjoy a delicious meal accompanied by incredible ocean views at Azure Restaurant.

The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa

DAY 5 CAPE TOWN / HOEDSPRUIT / KRUGER

After an early breakfast, you will be transferred for your scheduled flight to Skukuza and your luxury lodge. Gather for afternoon tea, then head out on your first exhilarating game drive, the very essence of safari. (BLD)

Lion Sands Lodges or Sabi Sabi Lodges

DAY 6 & 7 KRUGER NATIONAL PARK

Join early morning and afternoon game drives in open Land Rovers for the opportunity to view the “Big Five”lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo. The Sabie River has the highest recorded density of leopards in Africa, and the richest biodiversity of any South African river, with many endangered and rare species (mammals, birds, reptiles and plants) found in the area. (BLD)

Lion Sands Lodges or Sabi Sabi Lodges

DAY 7 KRUGER NATIONAL PARK

Enjoy another day with game drives as well as bush walks in this wildlife paradise. You are accompanied by highly skilled game rangers, who provide interesting information and anecdotes about the inhabitants of the bush. In the late afternoon you will be taken on another safari where you will have the opportunity to see the gorgeous sunset and the nocturnal animals.(BLD)

Lion Sands Lodges or Sabi Sabi Lodges

DAY 8 KRUGER / SKUKUZA / JOHANNESBURG

Enjoy an early morning game drive followed by breakfast. After a transfer to Skukuza you will fly to Johannesburg, where you will be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel for the night. (B)

DaVinci Hotel and Suites

DAY 9 JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA / VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE

After breakfast, transfer from your hotel to Johannesburg Airport for your flight to Victoria Falls. Arrive at your hotel and enjoy a tranquil sunset cruise on the Zambezi River followed by dinner at the hotel. (BLD)

Victoria Falls River Lodge

DAY 10 VICTORIA FALLS

Take a guided tour of Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. The afternoon is at your leisure. Enjoy a unique Southern African meal served in the thatched dining area. Each guest can contribute and Make Travel Matter by donating items to the Zambezi Crescent Pre-school Wish-List. The school offers free schooling to all preschoolers living in the National Park’s staff village. (BLD)

Victoria Falls River Lodge

DAY 11 VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE / DEPART

After breakfast, transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for your flight back to Johannesburg and your connecting international departure. (B)

LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS

THE TWELVE APOSTLES HOTEL & SPA | 4 Nights

The award-winning 5-star Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa is dramatically poised above the Atlantic Ocean.

LION SANDS LODGES

3 Nights

Family owned, situated in the southern portion of the Sabi Sand Private Reserve, with access to the perennial Sabie River.

*FEB 10. MAR 20, MAY 18, JUN 15, JUL 15, AUG 24, DEC 4

DAVINCI HOTEL & SUITES

1 Night

Located on Nelson Mandela Square, the hotel offers comfort and convenience in the heart of the Sandton shopping district.

SABI SABI LODGES

3 Nights

This intimate and secluded safari getaway boasts a beautiful setting, excellent cuisine and abundant wildlife.

*SEP 9, OCT 21, NOV 4

* Depending on departure date, the safari lodges may change.

VICTORIA FALLS RIVER LODGE

2 Nights

Luxury tented lodge on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River, within the national park, offering uninterrupted views of the river and the bush.

2024 Departures

FEB 10, MAR 20, $10,399 USD

MAY 18 , JUN 15 $10,399 USD

JUL 15, AUG 24 $10,399 USD

SEP 9, NOV 4 $9,799 USD

OCT 21, DEC 4 $10,099 USD

Select Meals Included

Single Room Supplement from $2,599 USD Departs with a minimum of 4 passengers

INTRA-AFRICA

AIR INCLUDED

South Africa

AT LEISURE

Slow down and delve deeper into the best of South Africa. Enjoy an unhurried look at Cape Town’s coast, Winelands, and culture. Then thrill at spotting wildlife at the malaria-free Shamwari Private Reserve, one of Africa’s most prolific game reserves.

10 Days | South Africa at Leisure

5 Nights Cape Town | 4 Nights Shamwari Private Game Reserve

DAY 1 ARRIVE IN CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

After a warm welcome to Cape Town, transfer to your ideally located hotel in the historic Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Take in the views of Table Mountain, the harbour and Robben Island.

Victoria&AlfredHotel

DAY 2 CAPE TOWN

Meet your personal driver and guide for the next few days and discover the pristine coastline and quaint towns along “The Fairest Cape”. You will have the opportunity to ride the Flying Dutchman funicular to the old lighthouse for awe-inspiring views! Continue along the coast to the lively penguin colony at Boulders Beach. Then head back to the city via the naval village of Simon’s Town. This evening enjoy dinner at GINJA Restaurant on the waterfront. (BD)

Victoria&AlfredHotel

DAY 3 CAPE WINELANDS

MeetyourguideforafulldayexploringtheCape Wineland’s. Learn all about the process of wine making, from grape to goblet. Revel in the scenery…like the charming Cape Dutch architecture of Stellenbosch and the breathtaking beauty of the Franschhoek valley. A trip to the winelands isn’t complete without a wine tasting, so a cellar tour and two tastings have been organized at different wine estates. Of course, you’ll be able to purchase your favorite wine to take back home! (B)

Victoria&AlfredHotel

DAY 4 CAPE TOWN

Today’s highlights focus on how Cape Town has evolved. Take a cable car ride to the top of Table Mountain for a view of the city before descending into the colorful Bo-Kaap area. Visit the city’s landmarks before a ferry ride over to Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 years. (B)

Victoria & Alfred Hotele

DAY 5 CAPE TOWN

Spend your day at leisure exploring world-class museums, markets and beaches. Later this evening, feel the heartbeat of Africa on a taste safari at GOLD Restaurant. Your evening starts with an interactive Djembe drumming session before trying Cape Malay and African delights. (BD)

Victoria & Alfred Hotele

DAY 6 CAPE TOWN / PORT ELIZABETH / SHAMWARI GAME RESERVE

With a short flight, you’ll be on your way to the malaria-free Shamwari Game Reserve. With its diversity in landscapes and wildlife, participate in conserving a vanishing way of life in one of South Africa’s largest private reserves. Relax at the Manor House until your first afternoon game drive. Return and share your day’s experience at the pool, bar or during dinner at the boma. (BD)

LongLeeManor

DAY 7 SHAMWARI GAME RESERVE

Shamwari strives to educate and promote conservation awareness and your ranger will ensure that your experience is both rewarding and informative. Twice-daily game drives, accompanied by expert guides, provide plenty opportunities to witness wildlife. Your guide will share the many ways Shamwari is succeeding in wildlife rehabilitation. (BLD)

LongLeeManor

DAY 8 SHAMWARI GAME RESERVE

At Shamwari, responsible management and longterm ecological sustainability are a priority. Fill your time between game drives with visits to one of the awareness centers. The Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre provides a first-hand encounter with Shamwari’s passionate on-site vets, who care for young, injured and abandoned animals, which are later released back into the wild. (BLD)

LongLeeManor

DAY 9 SHAMWARI GAME RESERVE

Here the graceful leopard, the powerful rhino, elephant and hippo share the domain with kudu, gemsbok, wildebeest, zebra, hyena and a large variety of smaller game, as well as a paradise of bird, reptile and plant life. Your game ranger will share expert knowledge of the area and ensure that your experience is both rewarding and informative. Guided nature walks offer another perspective of the fauna and flora around you. (BLD)

LongLeeManor

DAY 10 SHAMWARI GAME RESERVE / PORT ELIZABETH / DEPART

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before continuing your transfer to Port Elizabeth for your departure flight to the US. (B)

LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS

VICTORIA & ALFRED HOTEL 5 Nights

Located in the very heart of Cape Town offering enviable views of the Harbour, Table Mountain and the city.

LONG LEE MANOR 4 Nights

Overlooking the magnificent plans of Shamwari, this lodge boasts Edwardian styled suites and with tastefully designed rooms.

SHAMWARI: Luxury Inspired by Nature

One of the largest private game reserves in South Africa, which offers a range of activities, covering many different landscapes and habitats, during your game drives. It is perfect for many types of travelers. Watch the video and discover why we are passionate about Shamwari.

DID YOU KNOW?

Shamwari and its conservationists star on the Netflix series “Shamwari Untamed.” You get to go behind the scenes while making a difference.

A DONATION OF $100 PER COUPLE IS MADE TOWARDS RHINO CONSERVATION

2024 Departures

MAY 6 $6,299 USD

MAY 18, JUL 11, $6,699 USD

AUG 1, SEP 5 $6,699 USD

OCT 10 $8,599 USD

Select Meals Included

Price based on share twin/double accommodations

Single Room Supplement from $1,595 USD

INTRA-AFRICA

AIR INCLUDED

Kenya MAGICAL

Explore the savanna of the Masai Mara. See endangered animals up close and spot the ‘Samburu five’. Enjoy unique safari clubs and luxurious camps and lodges, where spectacular views, remote locations, and comfort all go hand in hand.

10 Days | Magical Kenya

2 Nights Nairobi | 2 Nights Ol Pejeta Conservancy | 1 Night Mount Kenya

2 Nights Samburu National Reserve | 2 Nights Maasai Mara National Reserve

DAY 1 ARRIVE IN NAIROBI, KENYA

Jambo na Karibu! After a warm welcome, you’ll be transported to your lovely, centrally located hotel. Relax and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. (D)

Nairobi Serena Hotel

DAY 2 NAIROBI

Today visit all the highlights of Nairobi including the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and its pioneering orphan’s project. Meet the little ones as they return from foraging in the bush, ready for their milk feed. Continue to the Giraffe Center and Karen Blixen Museum. (BLD)

Nairobi Serena Hotel

DAY 3 OL PEJETA CONSERVANCY

Begin your journey to Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Enjoy sweeping views of the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kenya. Meet your ranger for an afternoon game drive into the reserve. Later this evening discover Ol Pejeta Conservancy ‘after dark’ on a once in a lifetime night game drive. (BLD)

Sweetwaters Serena Camp

DAY 4 OL PEJETA

Begin your journey to Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Start the morning by tracking and gathering vital research information on the lions of Ol Pejeta. It is a wonderful way to learn about lions. Ol Pejeta is a refuge to several endangered species, including Kenya’s only chimpanzee sanctuary, established to rehabilitate animals rescued from the black market.

Top off the day with a tree planting exercise. (BLD)

Sweetwaters Serena Camp

DAY 5 OL PEJETA / MOUNT KENYA

After an early morning game drive and breakfast, drive to the world-famous luxurious Mount Kenya Safari Club, with a visit to the Nanyuki Weavers and Spinners on the way. The afternoon is at leisure to enjoy the property. (BLD)

Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club

DAY 6 MOUNT KENYA / SAMBURU RESERVE

Continue to the Samburu National Reserve, arriving in time for lunch. Later this afternoon set out on a game drive in search of the rare wildlife only found north of the equator, such as the reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Beisa Oryx, Gerenuk and Somali ostrich. Cap off your day with a traditional sundowner as you marvel at views of the beautiful Samburu bush. (BLD)

Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club

DAY 7 SAMBURU RESERVE

Spend the day game viewing in Samburu with both morning and afternoon game drives. Visit a local Samburu village for a chance to interact with Samburu people and get a glimpse into their culture, unique way of life and learn first hand some of their traditional customs and practices. (BLD)

Elephant Bedroom Camp

DAY 8 SAMBURU RESERVE / MAASAI MARA

After breakfast, transfer to the local airstrip for your scheduled flight to the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. Discover the Kenya of your dreams, a vast, gently rolling landscape of acacia-specked grasslands. Lunch will be served on arrival, followed by an afternoon game drive. Tonight enjoy a hearty bush dinner under a beautiful African sky. (BLD)

Fairmont Mara Safari Club

DAY 9 MAASAI MARA

Explore the epic landscapes of the Maasai Mara on game drives in search of Kenya’s majestic wildlife. You may see a pride of lions stalking their prey, observe a herd of elephant and their fascinating social structure, or see pods of hippos wallowing in the rivers. Optional activity (at an additional cost) - Enjoy the thrill of an early morning hot air balloon ride over the rolling plains of the reserve. (BLD)

Fairmont Mara Safari Club

DAY 10 MAASAI MARA / DEPART

Say farewell to the bush and return by air to Nairobi. Lunch at the Carnivore Restaurant, a shopping excursion and day room round out the day before returning to the airport for your onward arrangements. (BL)

LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS

NAIROBI SERENA HOTEL

2 Nights

Offers an oasis of serenity amidst the bustle of one of Africa’s most vibrant capital cities.

ELEPHANT BEDROOM CAMP

2 Nights

An intimate tented camp set on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River. The camp offers simplistic elegance inspired by the textures and colors of African nature.

SWEETWATERS SERENA CAMP

2 Nights

Set in the private Ol Pejeta Conservancy and framed by the views of Mount Kenya, the camp offers a range of activities.

FAIRMONT MARA SAFARI CLUB

2 Nights

A perfect base for a safari adventure in the renowned Maasai Mara. The luxuriously furnished tents reflect the rich local Maasai heritage.

FAIRMONT MOUNT KENYA

SAFARI CLUB | 1 Night

The hotel offers a snapshot of Africa from a bygone era. Guests can stroll the hotel’s grounds and relax in refined elegance.

2024 Departures

MAR 18 $8,699 USD

MAY 27

AUG 26

NOV 4

DEC 2

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LUXURY SAFARI Fly

Kenya WILDLIFE SAFARI

Explore some of the most prolific game viewing areas in all of Africa and see wildlife found only north of Africa’s equator. Every detail is taken care of including flights from New York to Nairobi.

11 Days | Kenya Wildlife Safari

2 Nights Nairobi | 2 Nights Samburu National Reserve

1 Night Lake Nukuru | 3 Nights Maasai Mara National Reserve

DAY 1 DEPART NEW YORK, USA

Depart New York on your Kenya Airways flight to Nairobi. Sit back, relax, and prepare for an exhilarating adventure.

DAY 2 ARRIVE IN NAIROBI, KENYA

Jambo na Karibu! With a warm Swahili welcome, you will be met and transferred to the Sarova Stanley Hotel. Relax and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure

SarovaStanleyHotel

DAY 3 NAIROBI

Enjoy the highlights of Kenya’s capital. Today your visit helps amazing wildlife conservation efforts and supports local artisans. Enjoy a MAKE

TRAVEL MATTER

Elephant Experience at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and its pioneering orphan’s project. Next stop at the Giraffe Center and the Karen Blixen Museum.

Tour another MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience at the beautiful Kazuri Bead Factory which provides jobs to the local woman of Nairobi and contribute to the fair trade market. Kazuri means “small and beautiful” in Swahili, and that’s exactly what kind of beads they produce. (BL)

Sarova Stanley Hotel

DAY 4 NAIROBI / SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE

Head north, crossing the equator, spotting wildlife on your way to the Samburu area. Enjoy the view over the Ewaso Nyiro River, a lifeline for the local people. Here you may spot a crocodile, elephant, lion, or even the elusive leopard. (BLD)

Sarova Shaba Game Lodge

DAY 5 SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE

This morning after your game drive searching for wildlife, experience a unique dining experience, while your chef prepares an al fresco breakfast against the backdrop of the Ewaso Nyiro River and Shaba game park. (BLD)

Sarova Shaba Game Lodge

DAY 6 SAMBURU / LAKE NAKURU

Travel to the famous Great Rift Valley’s Lake Nakuru, home to over one million flamingos. Then arrive at the lodge for lunch and an afternoon game drive in search of both black and white rhino, hippo, Colobus monkey, and 450 species of birds. Celebrate the day with a sundowner drink. (BLD)

Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge

DAY 7 LAKE NAKURU / MAASAI MARA

After breakfast, you will be driven to the Maasai Mara National Reserve, backdrop to the “greatest wildlife migration on earth,” arriving in time for lunch at your lodge, followed by an afternoon game drive in Kenya’s most popular reserve. This evening’s bush dinner is enjoyed under a star-studded African sky. (BLD)

Sarova Mara Game Camp

DAYS 8 & 9 MAASAI MARA

Spend the days on safari in one of Africa’s richest wildlife viewing arenas with morning and afternoon game drives. The Mara is home to the largest population of lions in Kenya. Spend the evening dining under the stars with colorful Maasai dancers and cultural performances (BLD)

Sarova Mara Game Camp

DAY 10 MAASAI MARA / NAIROBI / DEPART

Enjoy a final game drive on the way to the airstrip. A short flight takes you back to Nairobi and on to your airport hotel. After lunch freshen up, repack and relax in your day room. This evening transfer to Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport with plenty of time to check-in for your onward arrangements. (BL)

DAY 11 ARRIVE NEW YORK, USA

Arrive home with a lifetime of memories!

LUXURY ACCOMMODATIONS

SAROVA STANLEY HOTEL

2 Nights

First luxury hotel in Nairobi and the gracious host of prominent world leaders, renowned authors, and international celebrities.

SAROVA LION HILL GAME LODGE | 1 Night

Nestled along the Lion Hill overlooking flamingo pink rimmed Lake Nakuru. Each chalet offers private patios with panoramic views of the lake.

SAROVA SHABA GAME LODGE 2 Nights

Located in the heart of the Shaba Reserve along the banks of Ewaso Nyiro River, around natural springs that flow into the river.

SAROVA MARA GAME CAMP 3 Nights

Set amidst wide gardens of manicured lawns and exotic plants. Enjoy the orchestra of rasping cicadas, croaking tree frogs and the intermittent call of monkeys.

DID YOU KNOW?

Kenya is home to beautiful beaches. End a trip relaxing in the sun for the ultimate beach and bush experience.

APR 14* $6,399 USD

MAY 19* $6,499 USD

JUN 16, NOV 3 $6,999 USD

JUL 14

Tanzania EXPLORER

Explore Tanzania’s prolific parks in comfort and style. The vast plains of the Serengeti and the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater are just two of the areas you will encounter Africa’s wildlife, while on expertly guided safari drives.

11 Days | Tanzania Explorer

1 Night Arusha | 2 Nights Tarangire National Park | 2 Nights Lake Manyara National Park

3 Nights Serengeti National Park | 2 Nights Ngorongoro Conservation Area

DAY 1 ARRIVE IN ARUSHA, TANZANIA

On arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, transfer to Arusha Serena Hotel & Spa. Relax and enjoy the remainder of your day.

Arusha Serena Hotel, Resort & Spa

DAY 2 ARUSHA / TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK

After breakfast drive to Tarangire. Lunch at Tarangire Sopa Lodge. This afternoon join your expert safari ranger for your first game viewing activity. The grassy acacia woodlands and gigantic baobabs make for spectacular vistas. (BLD)

Tarangire Sopa Lodge

DAY 3 TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK

Enjoy your morning at leisure with an optional balloon safari. After lunch depart on a game drive in the Tarangire National Park. Your guide is an experienced wildlife expert whose knowledge and ability to spot the animals and birds will astound you. Not knowing what you’ll see next is all part of the fun of a safari! (BLD)

Tarangire Sopa Lodge

DAY 4 TARANGIRE / LAKE MANYARA

After breakfast arrive at Lake Manyara Serena Lodge in time for lunch. Enjoy a game drive in this scenic gem,

with a setting praised by Ernest Hemingway as “the loveliest I had seen in Africa”. Return to lodge in time to freshen up before dinner. (BLD)

Lake Manyara Serena Hotel

DAY 5 LAKE MANYARA

Enjoy a morning at leisure and an afternoon game drive in search of the famous tree-climbing lions, blue monkeys, dik diks, gazelles, hippos, giraffes, impalas, flamingos and nearly 400 bird species found in the area. Make Travel Matter, plant a native tree and create shade for the community after a tour of the villae with a local guide. (BLD)

Lake Manyara Serena Hotel

DAY 6 LAKE MANYARA / SERENGETI

Arrive at the Serengeti in time for lunch. Enjoy an afternoon game drive and watch territorial hippos lounging in the water, giraffes foraging in the tree tops and lions relaxing in the shade before the evening hunt begins. (BLD)

Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

DAY 7 SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK

Depart during the early morning splendor of an African sunrise for your first game drive of the day. This afternoon, relax at the lodge until the day cools down and the animals become more active for your afternoon drive. Before retiring, stretch out and listen to the sounds of the wilderness and watch the illumination of the infinite African sky. (BLD)

Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

DAY 8 SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK

During morning and afternoon game viewing activities, your ranger continues to lead you to spectacular locations of outstanding natural beauty where you can observe the wildlife at your leisure. (BLD)

Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge

DAY 9 SERENGETI / NGORONGORO CRATER

Continue your journey to the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of Africa’s best-known wildlife areas. Visit a local Maasai village to observe the tribe’s way of life and learn about their culture and beliefs. (BLD)

Ngorongoro Serena Lodge

DAY 10 NGORONGORO CRATER

Descend 2,000 feet through the early morning mists, to explore the crater floor of this extinct volcano. You’ll be in awe of the profusion of wildlife concentrated here. Enjoy a picnic lunch before returning to your lodge. Share the day’s magical moments with your safari companions as the sun sinks below the horizon. (BLD)

Ngorongoro Serena Lodge

DAY 11 NGORONGORO CRATER / ARUSHA / DEPART

Savor the last morning in Tanzania. After breakfast transfer to Arusha. Enjoy lunch and a place to relax at a day room reserved for your use. Later this afternoon transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for your international departure flight. (BL)

ArushaSerenaHotel,Resort&Spa

ARUSHA SERENA HOTEL 1 Night

Nestled at the slopes of Mount Meru, this unique hotel stands amid coffee plantations on the shores of tranquil Lake Duluti.

SERENGETI SERENA SAFARI LODGE 3 Nights

Set high on an acacia tree-clad ridge with panoramic views across the Serengeti, the lodge is inspired by a traditional African village.

TARANGIRE SOPA LODGE 2 Nights

Located among small rocky hills scattered with ancient baobab trees. Wildlife can sometimes be spotted from the balcony.

NGORONGORO SERENA SAFARI LODGE | 2 NIGHTS

Hugging the contours of the jagged Crater rim, the lodge takes its inspiration from the so-called ‘Cradle of Mankind’.

LAKE MANYARA SERENA SAFARI LODGE | 2 Nights

With panoramic views of Lake Manyara, the lodge offers peace and tranquility.

MAR 8, NOV 3, DEC 2 $5,799 USD

MAY 18

JUN 14

JUL 17, AUG 13, SEP 20

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TAILOR-MADE TRAVEL Just for You

Like the stripes on a zebra, no two safaris are the same which is why all our itineraries including our independent small group departures are tailored to your needs.

ADD ON TO YOUR ADVENTURE

Whether you are interested in hot air ballooning over the Serengeti, relaxing on an island like Zanzibar, or wanting to add an extra day or even another country to your itinerary, we can make it happen.

WONDERING WHAT TO ADD?

See our video about what a day on safari is like. Then explore our interactive map by destination for ideas. When you click on a country, you can learn about when to travel and see the country’s top experiences.

Click on the video to see what a day on safari is like.

SAFARI, YOUR WAY

You can also create your own journey visiting any one of the 15 destinations we feature. Trek with gorillas in Rwanda, indulge in a land and water safari in Botswana, or do the whole continent from the Cape to Cairo. The options are endless!

We offer safari options for romantic getaways and honeymoons, family and multi-gen trips, LGBTQ+ options, and groups.

We will find the right Africa for you!

SAFARI NOW!

Space is limited so reserve now.

INSPIRING IDEAS

Click on a destination to go deeper into the heart of Africa.

Or scan the QR code to view the African Travel brochure for inspiring itineraries.

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Kenya

Tanzania

Rwanda

Seychelles

Madagascar

Mauritius

Mozambique

South Africa

Namibia

Bot swana

Zimbabwe

Zambia

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ADDITIONAL SAFARI INFORMATION

Southern Africa

INCLUSIONS

• Intra-Africa airfare as stipulated in the itinerary

• Accommodation as stipulated in the itinerary

• Transportation in luxury air-conditioned vehicles

• Game drives in open-sided vehicles as specified in the itinerary

• Meet & greet services and arrival and departure transfers

• Meals as indicated in the itinerary

Kenya & Tanzania

INCLUSIONS

• International airfare as stipulated in the Kenya Wildlife Safari itinerary only plus air taxes and fuel surcharges

• Intra-Africa airfare as indicated in the itinerary

• Accommodation as stipulated in the itinerary

• Transfers and game drives includes English-speaking driver/guide(s). Guaranteed window seat in a maximum 7-passenger vehicle.

• All park fees and government taxes and levies

• Meet & greet services and arrival and departure transfers

• Meals as indicated in the itinerary

EXCLUSIONS

• All international airfares, air taxes and fuel surcharges

• All items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, phone calls, etc.

• Gratuities/tips for hotel & lodge staff, game rangers, tour guides & drivers

• All services not included in the itinerary

• Costs of obtaining passports and/or Visas

• Travel protection

EXCLUSIONS

• International airfare, air taxes and fuel surcharges on Magical Kenya and Tanzania Explorer itineraries

• All items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, phone calls, etc.

• Gratuities/tips for hotel staff and lodge staff, game rangers, tour guides and drivers

• All services not included in the itinerary

• Costs of obtaining passports and/or Visas

• Travel protection

LIVE THE AFRICAN DREAM

Plan your safari today

For reservations please contact your travel advisor to book your African adventure.

*All prices are per person in US Dollars based on minimum 4 passengers; double occupancy accommodations and include Intra-Africa flights where noted. Kenya Wildlife Safari includes international air out of JFK. Fuel surcharges, government taxes, departure taxes and September 11th Security Fees are included. Package prices are valid as of October 19, 2023 on new bookings only and subject to availability at time of booking. A 25% deposit is due at time of booking to confirm program. Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure and is non-refundable once received. To protect your investment, Travel Protection is available at an additional cost.

CST # 2071444-20.

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