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Luxury Safari Tours

Best Luxury Africa Safari Tours

African safari vacations were born in the Golden Age of luxury travel and the ideals of that era are still very much alive. Africa's best luxury safari tours feature warm, personal service, fine wine and dining, and quality creature comforts, all delivered in some of the world's wildest settings where you can soak up the scenic natural beauty and witness the cycle of life's raw drama play out between predator and prey.

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Best Africa Luxury Tours & Safaris

Romantic Botswana's Delta, Khwai & Savute

From $7,800 to $14,450 pps
8 days
This Positive Impact Safari includes a donation to a Community initiative
This Positive Impact Safari includes a donation to an Ecosystem initiative
In Johannesburg, the award-winning Fairlawns boutique hotel offers a tranquil oasis in the heart of a trendy enclave. Bedroom suite at Fairlawns. Take a refreshing dip. Share adventurous tales fireside. Large herds of elephants coming to drink at the waterhole. Belmond Savute Elephant Camp is best known for fantastic year-round game viewing. Observation deck overlooking waterhole. Moremi Game Reserve has a large predator population.
Highlights

Combine 2 of Botswana's prime game viewing destinations. Enjoy day & night game drives.

Destinations visited
Botswana Chobe National Park Okavango Delta Savuti

Family Botswana's Khwai River & Linyanti Channel

From $5,600 to $10,210 pps
7 days
This Positive Impact Safari includes a donation to a Community initiative
This Positive Impact Safari includes a donation to an Ecosystem initiative
Massive elephant herds crossing in front of camp. Share stories of the day and its adventures at Khwai Leadwood. Close encounters of the wild kind. The swimming pool at Khwai Leadwood. Boma dining at Khwai Leadwood. The swimming pool at Linyanti Ebony. Mokoro safaris. Tent interior.
Highlights

Air transfers between camps. Spacious family suites throughout.

Destinations visited
Botswana Chobe National Park Linyanti Moremi Game Reserve Okavango Delta

South Africa's Cape Town, Winelands & Kruger

From $65,195 to $78,270 pps
11 days
This Positive Impact Safari includes a donation to a Community initiative
The Silo Hotel's exterior at golden hour The Silo rooftop pool - swim with a view of Cape Town Sip something delightful at The Willaston Bar at The Silo Cape Town has an array of beautiful white sandy beaches Table Mountain views from The Silo's rooftop A Taste of what's to come inside La Residence as you enter the property Spend warm sunny days poolside looking out over the winelands mountains On cooler evenings, enjoy a glass of wine next to a crackling fire
Highlights

Private vacation villa accommodation throughout. Taste vintages in the Cape Winelands.

Destinations visited
Cape Town Cape Winelands Kruger National Park South Africa

Livingstone, South Luangwa & Cape Town Luxury Safari

From $10,340 to $15,630 pps
10 days
Explore 'Africa's Adventure Capital', Victorial Falls. Sip sundowners while taking in the view of the Zambezi River at Thorntree River Lodge. The penguin colonies of Boulders Beach in Cape Town. Cape Town mountains and ocean vistas at sunset.
Highlights

Aerial tours of the Zambezi River from a private helicopter. Rare wildlife sightings.

Destinations visited
Cape Town South Africa South Luangwa National Park Victoria Falls Zambia

Ultra-Luxury Pamushana, Sabi Sands & Cape Town Safari

From $21,480 to $25,390 pps
12 days
This Positive Impact Safari includes a donation to a Community initiative
This safari is a Hidden Gem
Morning game in Gonarezhou. Set in the leafy suburbs, on a sprawling green property, The Soxon Hotel exudes quiet luxury. relax on a lounger beside the heated pool. Singita Pamushana is an ultra-luxury safari lodge set within 130 000-acres of the private wilderness. Dreamy sunset cruises on Lake Malilangwe with Singita Lunch is best enjoyed on the deck at Singita Pamushana. Enjoy marvellous views from the deck. A Southern Africa safari isn't complete without sundowners in the Kruger | Singita Boulder Lodge
Highlights

Ultra-luxury accommodation . Fine dining paired with award-winning South African wines.

Destinations visited
Cape Town Gonarezhou & Malilangwe Sabi Sands Game Reserve South Africa Zimbabwe

East Africa's Ultra-Luxury Gorillas & Safari

From $27,570 to $35,940 pps
11 days
This Positive Impact Safari includes a donation to a Community initiative
singita-mara-river-tented-camp_swimming_pool_emma_jackson-3-scaled singita-mara-river-tented-camp-mara-river-2 Singita Mara River Tented Camp. The firepit at Singita Mara River. Golden monkeys in Rwanda | Singita Kwitonda Gorilla trekking at Singita Kwitonda Lodge. Singita Kwitonda, Rwanda. Lodge bar at Kwitonda.
Highlights

Luxury 5-star accommodation. Relaxing spa treatments.

Destinations visited
Rwanda Serengeti Tanzania Volcanoes National Park

Tanzania’s Privately Guided Bush, Photography & Stargazing Safari

From $11,600 to $12,140 pps
13 days
This Positive Impact Safari includes a donation to a Community initiative
Tarangire Ndovu Tented Lodge swimming pool. Tarangire Ndovu Tent. Wild dog viewing. The-Plantation-swimming-pool Nyikani Migration Camp. Olakira Camp The Great Migration river crossing. Tent interior at Olakira Camp. Bush breakfast with giraffes in the background at Olakira Camp.
Highlights

Privately guided with one of the continent's best guides. Designed to showcase the Great Migration (in season).

Destinations visited
Arusha Ngorongoro Crater Northern Serengeti Serengeti Tanzania

Kenya’s Luxury Hidden Gems Safari

From $12,760 to $14,040 pps
12 days
This Positive Impact Safari includes a donation to a Community initiative
Aerial view of Karifu House. Safari highlights include scrumptious food. Excellent wildlife sightings. Bush breakfasts. A safari sighting favorite, giraffe. Vintage luxury at Hemingways. Meet the local community. Sundowners in the heart of the bush.
Highlights

Rhino conservation in Lewa Wildlife Conservancy. Stay in exquisite accommodation throughout.

Destinations visited
Kenya Lewa Wildlife Conservancy Masai Mara

Luxury Eco Safari in Botswana

From $16,370 to $26,160 pps
7 days
This Positive Impact Safari includes a donation to a Community initiative
This Positive Impact Safari includes a donation to an Ecosystem initiative
The exterior of King's Pool. Discover the reserve's large elephant population. The exterior of Vumbura Camp. Explore the 'Venice of safari' on a mokoro. Jao Camp in the heart of the Okavango Delta. Incredible game viewing. Jao Camp. View from your suite at Jao Camp.
Highlights

Stay at three of the best eco-friendly luxury safari camps in Botswana. Flying to each destination gives you more time on safari.

Destinations visited
Botswana Linyanti Okavango Delta

Luxury Cape Town, Kruger & Zimbabwe Safari

From $23,600 to $29,480 pps
12 days
This Positive Impact Safari includes a donation to a Community initiative
Enjoy a luxury stay at Cape Grace with views of Table Mountain. The grand lobby of the Cape Grace Hotel.
Highlights

Luxury 5-star accommodation. Guided walking safaris & game drives.

Destinations visited
Cape Town Kruger National Park Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve South Africa Zimbabwe
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Tips For Booking Luxury African Safari Holidays

Couple relaxes in the pool at Bumi Hills, Zimbabwe.
Poolside bliss in Zimbabwe | Bumi Hills

1. Luxury Safaris To Africa: Classic vs Modern

While there is an undeniable five star quality to the word ‘luxury', what that means from one guest to another can vary. Your planning phase should take into consideration what kind of luxury you want to experience – is it an ultra-modern, opulent retreat or does a finessed colonial-style camp come closer to the mark? The best luxury African safari tours are the ones that fit your style and expectations so be clear one what those are when assessing various options.

2. Adding Unforgettable Experiences

When considering destinations and accommodations, it's also worth taking into account the unique experiences available to you. Would a sunrise hot air balloon trip with a champagne breakfast make your trip? Or perhaps a chance to partake in once-in-a-lifetime conservation activities? Whether you choose to book a tour that incorporates some aspect of this or curate your own itinerary, research a few ideas or speak to one of our experts.

3. Luxury African Safari Tours: Public vs Private

Luxury safari accommodations exist in both public and private reserves, but the experiences are unlikely to be the same. Private reserves typically have fewer properties and guests meaning less competition for sightings as well as additional game viewing perks, such as night drives. Typically, private reserves offer more walking safaris, though this is not to say they are unattainable in public reserves. All in all, private parks offer a more exclusive experience.

4. Consider Availability

With superlative service comes high demand, particularly in peak season. Many of the places you will consider when looking to plan your luxury safari have gained a reputation for excellence and may have less availability at short notice. Plan as far in advance as possible to ensure access to the properties and experiences you are looking for – especially if you're considering a trip with multiple luxury African safari destinations.

Surround yourself with stunning views of the Kruger’s untouched beauty | Lion Sands Chalkley Treehouse

Ready To Plan Your Ideal Luxury African Safari Tour?

Often the best way to ensure your trip exceeds expectations is through a custom itinerary. While there are ample available luxury tours, the ultimate trip is one that combines every aspect you desire into one perfectly planned and executed itinerary. Chat to one of our Africa Safari Experts and start the planning process:

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