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“Where To Go For A Beach And Safari Holiday”
Well, no trip to Africa would be complete without a safari and its incredible scenery, world-famous game reserves, amazing and unique wildlife viewing which includes the Big 5. And what could be better than combining an exhilarating safari experience with time on a pristine tropical beach? From the white sandy beaches of the elephant coast of Kwazulu Natal South Africa to palm-fringed shores of Mozambique. Africa’s coastline offers plenty of options for creating your perfect beach and safari combination – we can do it all! Look at the options below to see some of our more popular beach and safari combinations. But if you don’t see what you want please contact us with anything you can think of, and we will tell you how we can help plan your trip of a lifetime.
Big 5 Safaris
Big 5 Safari Destinations
A sighting of one of these five incredible wildlife members of Africa can change your life forever and we have selected our Big 5 safari destinations on the basis that each one contains populations of lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and rhino. Very important to remember is that there are no guarantees when it comes to actually seeing all members of the Big 5 while on safari as for example, leopards are very well known to be elusive big cats, and rhino numbers are declining all across the diverse reaches of Africa.
Talk to our African Safari Guru Expert about matching the right Big 5 safari destination to your specific requirements as some of our endorsed safari destinations offer better sightings opportunities than other wildlife areas. We thrive on our experience and knowledge and can also advise you on where to go for the best chances to see a specific wildlife in their natural environment, such as leopard, or for the most dramatic Big 5 sightings like larger herds of elephant, cape buffalo hunting lions or even giving you a better chance at seeing cheetah which forms part of the magnificent seven group.
Look at the options below to see some of our more popular Big 5 safari packages. But if you don’t see what you want please contact us with anything you can think of, and we will tell you how we can help plan your trip of a lifetime.
Canoeing Safaris
“Explore Africa From Another Angle…”
Canoeing Africa’s rivers has become a huge safari success story with many of the first great safari guides who have pioneered this method years ago in the reaches of Zimbabwe and Zambia on the mighty Zambezi River and the inland water channels of the Okavango Delta Botswana whereby we offer 4-6 day trips, overnighting with great food and white linen beds. All gear is carried in the canoes and camps are erected along the banks of the river and islands.
This adventure is definitely suited for the more wild adventurous explorers and not for those perhaps wanting a quieter canoeing excursion however many of the remote and wild luxury safari camps that we deal with also offer canoeing as part of an activity which allows guests to get close enough to hippos, elephants, zebra, puku, impala, buffalo, kudu, waterbuck, baboons and crocodiles can be seen from the laid back comfort of your canoe as well.
So, sit back in your comfortable two-man canoe and let the river take you along its current. Your armed River Guide will take you down remote channels between the islands in this magnificently diverse and abundant River, where your opportunities to get close to game are very high
Look at the options below to see some of our more popular canoeing safari packages. But if you don’t see what you want please contact us with anything you can think of, and we will tell you how we can help plan your trip of a lifetime.
Family Safaris
“An African Safari With Kids”
An African family safari with kids is perfect for busy families whereby you can reconnect without having to bother about modern interference, and the kids will have a ball with the many activities on offer. Enjoy watching your kid’s jaws drop as they see their first African elephant or a pride of lions, and share the wonder of wildest Africa together.
Our selective top lodges and camps all around Africa are following this trend of having a safari for kids and are now offering specialist junior ranger programmes to grow their interest and knowledge through age-appropriate, safe guided activities.
Between all game drives, nature walks, treasure hunts and cooking lessons, children will learn about themselves as well as building friendships and trust, along with survival in the wilderness. It’s ideal for the wannabe and enthusiastic young rangers.
Some of the safari lodges insist on a private vehicle when travelling with young children, age dependant, but where they don’t, we advise opting for one anyway. When using a private game viewing vehicle on game drives, you’re able to dictate exactly how long you stay at each sighting and how long you’re out in the bush for which will really come in handy if your little one gets restless while out and about in the wild. Last but not least we can customize your family travels to just about anywhere in Southern Africa so combining other destinations and interests such as a beach holiday allows your whole family to learn about Africa’s marine life too.
Look at the options below to see some of our more popular family safari packages. But if you don’t see what you want please contact us with anything you can think of, and we will tell you how we can help plan your trip of a lifetime.
Fly-in Safaris
Fly-in Safaris
A fly-in safari makes use of light aircraft to transfer you between locations within a safari destination, saving you time moving between attractions which also allows you to unending magnificent views of Africa’s pristine landscapes from a bird’s eye view.
The best thing about flying is that the light aircraft often fly’s low enough and allowing passengers to spot wildlife from above however you are also able to reach some of the most remote and untouched corners of Africa.
Expect spectacular panoramas and the benefit of a better understanding of the wilderness you journey through Africa before landing at your safari destination on a national or private landing airstrip. A representative will meet you at the strip and transfer you (often by open safari vehicle) to the lodge or camp where you will enjoy game drives, night drives, walking safaris or boating activities.
At the end of your stay you will return by light aircraft to the next safari camp or via a regional airport to the international airport for your flight homebound
Look at the options below to see some of our more popular fly-in safari packages. But if you don’t see what you want please contact us with anything you can think of, and we will tell you how we can help plan your trip of a lifetime.
Honeymoon Safaris
“Experience Mamma Africa For Your Dream Honeymoon…”
What better way to celebrate your new journey as newlyweds? Africa is one of the top honeymoon travel destinations in the world offering some of the most romantic luxury safaris for honeymooners. The African Safari Guru Travel Company thrive on making sure honeymooners have an unforgettable once in a lifetime experience on such a special occasion.
The options are endless when it comes to a honeymoon in the heart of Africa, spanning from incredible romantic 5-star safaris to tropical private islands, and even a luxury rail experience across the ever-changing and amazing landscapes. Newlywed couples can’t go wrong by combining more than one romantic destination to their honeymoon schedule.
Think rose petal baths, couple’s massages, sensual sunsets and private dinners under starlit skies. Fairy-tales certainly do come true at these enchanting honeymoon destinations and the African Safari Guru Travel Company would love to make this special occasion just that.
Look at the options below to see some of our more popular honeymoon safari packages. But if you don’t see what you want please contact us with anything you can think of, and we will tell you how we can help plan your trip of a lifetime.
Luxury Rail Travel
“Africa Luxury Train Travel…”
Luxury takes on a new dimension where you’ll feel it the moment you step into the pre-departure lounges in Pretoria or Cape Town. A warm-hearted South African welcome begins a journey that is defined by personal attention and devotion to detail. Our luxury rail travel journeys, take guests through some of the most breath-taking countryside to be found anywhere in the world.
Our travel specialists will arrange your luxury rail tickets and will also be available to assist you with any travel services you might require in Southern Africa. Our experts will ‘tailor make’ vacation packages according to your needs and preferences.
Choose the level of luxury and type of great train journeys that suit you and enjoy a unique African rail safari. Take an Africa luxury train travel journey on the magnificent Rovos Rail, famous for traversing Southern Africa’s train travel routes in luxury and elegance. The Blue Train offers more modest facilities and exciting rail routes through Southern Africa.
Look at the options below to see some of our more popular luxury rail travel packages. But if you don’t see what you want please contact us with anything you can think of, and we will tell you how we can help plan your trip of a lifetime.
Malaria Free Safaris
“Malaria-Free Safaris in South Africa Is A Care-Free Safari Without Malaria Tablets…”
Although there are many and easy preventative measures for malaria, some people prefer malaria-free safari destinations, especially the elderly and those with young children, or those who simply prefer not to take anti-malaria medication. There are a few travel or safari destinations on the African continent where you don’t need to worry about taking medication tablets and are better geared towards families with young children.
You’ll also find a diversity of wildlife species and landscapes that differ from the likes of Phinda Private Game Reserve and the Greater Kruger National Park (a low risk malaria area). Most of the malaria-free destinations are easily accessible and there’s enough variety to suit every budget and still able to combine your safari experience with the amazing Cape Town region.
Madikwe Game Reserve is an hour’s flight or a four-hour drive from Johannesburg. The game reserve is home to the Big 5 as well as cheetah, wild dog which make up the Magnificent Seven. Travellers with a limited budget and time should consider visiting the Big 5 Pilanesberg Game Reserve in the North West Province or the Big 5 Welgevonden Game Reserve in the Limpopo Province respectively and only a 3-hours’ drive.
Look at the options below to see some of our more popular malaria-free safari packages. But if you don’t see what you want please contact us with anything you can think of, and we will tell you how we can help plan your trip of a lifetime.
Special Conservation Safaris
“Safari With A Purpose…“
The threats which face wildlife and wild places in Africa are many and complex! In order to preserve and conserve this for future generations, we need to be hands-on and also support effective organizations that are also making a difference for a worthy cause. Without travel and tourism we are nothing and therefore it plays a vital role in conservation right now!
When you hear the word ‘conservation’, what do you think of? Well, let us enlighten you a little as conservation is all about preserving and conserving our wildlife along with educating communities through programs and without these programs the communities living alongside national parks and game reserves would see no value in our wildlife parks, and would only pursue to hunt out our wild animals to feed themselves and family members. It’s a huge topic and there are hundreds of mesmerizing initiatives across Africa that we could talk about. But what’s become clear over recent years is that you, our clients, want to get involved and understand the bigger picture of conservation.
What goes on behind the scenes, how wildlife protection really works or how local communities and safari lodges work together to make things happen. Plus understanding how your safari impacts the lives of people and the wildlife changes the experience from simply being a spectator to an active participant for just another worthy cause.
Some examples of our special conservation safaris are as follows:
- Take part in an elephant collaring conservation project.
- Get involved with darting and chipping rhino.
- Get involved with darting and taking DNA of Africa’s wild lions.
- Get involved and help support the anti-poaching sector and see how things are done on the ground.
All the above activities allow you to combine your conservation journey with a visit to Cape Town or perhaps a visit to the awe-inspiring Victoria falls in Zambia or Zimbabwe, the options are endless.
Look at the options below to see some of our more popular special conservation safari packages. But if you don’t see what you want please contact us with anything you can think of, and we will tell you how we can help plan your trip of a lifetime.
Photographic Safaris
“The Photographic Safari Experience…”
Some people see us as the safari and tour experts and some people see us as wildlife photographers. The reality is that we are both with an incredible team of passionate beliefs in Southern Africa tourism.
So, whether you’re a professional or an amateur photographer, we believe a photographic safari experience in Africa is unparalleled to anywhere else in the world. With Africa’s landscapes and wildlife as your subject, there’s something new to Live, Share and Capture the Experience and Moment.
There are numerous safari lodges in South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Zambia that offer specialist photographic safaris for all levels of expertise where you can take your Photographic Safari to another level by capturing it on camera and taking home some of your best African memories.
Ways of seeing and capturing Africa in its glory on our wildest photographic safaris are as follows:
- Game Drive Photographic Safaris
- Bush Walking Photographic Safaris
- Boating Photographic Safaris
- Underground Hide Photographic Safaris
Why Choose Africa for Your Photographic Safari Experience?
Africa is home to several unique wild animals that cannot be found anywhere else in the world
The sunrise and sunsets are a photographer’s complete dream
Untouched and such diverse opportunities to capture the incredible landscapes
Numerous safari lodges or camps can provide all your photography equipment upon arrival
Our guides and trackers are highly skilled in tracking with a touch of magic in photography to help our clients capture quality shots with the camera.
Look at the options below to see some of our more popular specialist photographic safari packages. But if you don’t see what you want please contact us with anything you can think of, and we will tell you how we can help plan your trip of a lifetime.
Tiger Fishing Safaris
“Take On The Ferocious Fresh Water Tiger Fish (Hydrocynus Vittatus)…”
If you think you’ve got what it takes, then you too can realize the adrenalin pumping adventure that Tiger Fishing in the Zambezi River offers. This mighty slow-moving river forms the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia and extends far up into the Angola basement. Great Tiger Fishing can be experienced in superb angling destinations along the Upper Zambezi River.
Tiger fishing offers a thrilling and challenging experience where we concentrate on fresh water rapala trawling, fly-fishing and spinning in the Zambezi River, however it’s not for the faint hearted, especially in the depths of the river eco-system where you are also amongst wildlife such as Crocodile and Hippo. You will have to keep your eyes wide open and be extremely careful if you need to wade into these wild African waters out in the wilderness reaches.
Related to the infamous Piranha, the Tiger fish (Hydrocynus vittatus) is renowned for its fighting spirit and ravenous hunting capabilities. The Upper Zambezi where we best enjoy our Tiger fishing offers some of the very best opportunities and with over 80km of river frontage available, both novice and seasoned anglers are virtually assured the challenge of landing this fine fish. Tigers are certainly considered the prime big game fish to land here in Southern Africa.
We will also guarantee that any add-ons such as traditional or adventure safari can be planned and implemented accordingly to our clients’ needs and interest.
There is something magical about this continent called Africa. Its impressive landscapes, it diverse culture and magnificent yet unique wildlife are the usual compounds for this particular feeling where there is something about touring and exploring the life of Africa that makes you forget all your sorrows with an appreciation of feeling wild and free.
Africa is the continent which makes you feel most alive and these are some of its most exhilarating experiences to name a few:
- Experience Devil’s Pool at Victoria Falls
- Go on a micro-light flight above Victoria Falls, one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World
- Go Whitewater rafting down the Zambezi River
- Journey on a Mokoro through the Okavango Delta of Botswana
- Experience a scenic flight over the Okavango Delta by Helicopter
- Hang out with the Chimpanzee in the Mahale National Park of Tanzania situated on the banks of the great Lake Tanganyika
- Visit the gorillas of in The Virunga Mountains spanning the borders of Uganda, DRC and Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park or Odzala-Kokoua National Park in Congo
- Climb some of the world’s tallest dunes at Sossusvlei, Namibia
- Spend a night on a sleep out platform under the African night skies
- Land base Whale watching in Hermanus
- Catch a ride on the world’s most luxurious train, Rovos Rail
- Dive with great white sharks
- Go hot air ballooning in the South Africa, Zambia, Namibia and Botswana
- Capture those unique images from another angle in an underground hide overlooking a waterhole
- Swimming with whale sharks in Mozambique
- Ogle at San rock art in the Cederberg
- Catch the cable car up Table Mountain one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World
- There are a few things better than sipping on world award winning wines in the Cape Winelands region.
- Experience turtle tracking along the Elephant coastline of KwaZulu Natal
- Quad Biking trips through the Makgadikgadi Pans
- Meet the oldest indigenous tribe in Africa, the SAN (Bushman)
- Spend time venturing off with a group of wild meerkats as they go about their daily lives in the Makgadikgadi region of Botswana
Look at the options below to see some of our unique African experience packages. But if you don’t see what you want please contact us with anything you can think of, and we will tell you how we can help plan your trip of a lifetime.
Luxury Houseboat Safaris
Experience your travels on a luxury safari houseboat that takes clients on an epic journey to view big game and experience the rich local culture.
Our selection of river-based safari boats allows our clients to cruise down the wonderful wild Rivers and invites guests to a unique and luxurious game viewing experience.
Unlike traditional safari lodges, our clients can sleep in late and enjoy a hearty breakfast in the dining room. Game viewing excursions are by tender boats, giving our clients a unique African wildlife experience. Each river cruise is conducted by a trained and professional game guide. Leisurely afternoons are spent fishing, birdwatching, or taking a refreshing dip into the plunge pool.
Meals are served 3 times a day – breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The mouth-watering cuisine is prepared by professionally trained staff, and all flavoursome meals are prepared using only the freshest ingredients. Learn more about the local culture and purchase one-of-a-kind crafts during a cultural village tour.
A houseboat safari is one of the most vivid and tranquil ways to experience Africa’s game-rich landscapes and waterways.
An ideal getaway for young couples or honeymooners looking to get away, houseboat safaris are a great option for the whole family to spend some quality time together in new surroundings. Sit back and watch as the wildlife come to you, while you float away underneath the glow of the African sun.
Activities on offer are as follows:
- Safari excursions by boat
- Cultural tours
- Fishing excursions
Look at the options below to see some of our luxury houseboat safari packages. But if you don’t see what you want please contact us with anything you can think of, and we will tell you how we can help plan your trip of a lifetime.
Mobile Walking Safaris
Walking safaris provide you with a freedom incomparable to any other safari activity where you are not constrained by roads and can go almost anywhere you like following natures paths. A Walking Safari in Africa offers the ultimate experience in exploring Africa’s untamed wilderness by foot. Walk along beaten trail through the African bushveld under the crimson skies at dusk, while coming face to face with a big game and in the end walking away with a newfound respect for even the smallest of creatures and plants.
A knowledgeable and well-trained guide will always accompany you personally or in a small group of other like-minded explorers as you safely discover the African bushveld on foot. A walking safari is by far one of the most daring forms of exploration as you are faced with nothing else but your wit and bravery against the uproar of Mother Nature.
Walking safaris in Africa are not only an exhilarating way of discovering the bushveld, but also a highly educational one. Safari bush walks also include a hands-on tracking lesson on how to know if there is a lion pride or elephant in nearby vicinity and what to do should you come face-to-face with these incredible wild animals. This is crucial, as you will be made aware that you are intruding on their territory or home range and you can always expect the unexpected.
Learn how to recognise important plant life in the area of operation that could save your life out in the wild, while learning more about the area’s amazing biodiversity. Many walking safaris in Africa do come with a game drive offering, allowing you to also get the full scope of wildlife safari viewing opportunities.
Discover the natural measures of life in the wild, as you discover a new world on foot through the wilderness reaches of this amazing continent called Africa.
Look at the options below to see some of our more popular mobile walking safari packages. But if you don’t see what you want please contact us with anything you can think of, and we will tell you how we can help plan your trip of a lifetime.
Luxury Safaris
Luxury Safaris & Tours To Africa
A luxury safari in Africa is matched with intimate safari camps, romantically secluded safari lodges and vast wildernesses that stretch as far as the eye can see.
Luxury African safaris is part of what inspired us at the African Safari Guru Travel Company and where we believe that the perfect African holiday is not only wild and adventurous, but also calming to the soul and enriching in the wilds of nature.
Dispersed across the reaches of Africa you will find incredible and pristine national parks and game reserves in South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Namibia, Rwanda and Congo with a large collection of luxury safari camps and safari lodges that offer extraordinary safari experiences for our clients.
Look at the options below to see some of our more popular luxury safari packages. But if you don’t see what you want please contact us with anything you can think of, and we will tell you how we can help plan your trip of a lifetime.
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