Africa 16-Day Tours and Trips

Our explore leader was very well informed and really went far out of his way to help us when we needed it. Rabia is a good hearted and humble guy who tolerated all our chattiness and answered all our questions well. All the individual tour guides in different cities were truly excellent, well informed and hospitable. Our bus driver Ahraf was also quick to help us in every way he could and always had a smile on his face, navigating tight turns and long journeys so well we regularly applauded him for his good work. The itinerary was ideal, yes some days in the desert and mountains involved long journeys and dusty towns (with “four star” hotels occasionally not quite living up to that standard) but that is to be expected when you go further into the country and away from the hustle and bustle of the city. It’s part of the charm and variety the tour provided, I genuinely believe this tour couldn’t have offered a more authentic and diverse experience of Morocco, from Essaouira’s artsy coastal scene to the incredible views from the high atlas mountain hikes to film studios and of course the incredible 8th century Fez medina. This tour ticked all my boxes for culture, nature, architecture, history and exploration. I left morocco feeling like i’d seen all I had wanted to see, in fact the last day in marrakesh almost felt superfluous as we’d already seen more authentic and less touristy things throughout the country. All in all I highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in going to Morocco, I think it is the best tour of the country on offer.

I loved the variety of this trip. The accommodation ranged from lodges to mountain huts to tents. The activities covered day hikes and game drives. The scenery went from cool mountain plateaus to hot lowlands to lovely beaches. The organisation was streamlined.

It was an amazing experience. Everything from booking to accommodation, tour leaders, included activities was top notch. The safaris were wonderful. It was so nice to have everything organized for us. Can?t say enough about CEO, drivers, and general organization. Was a pricey tour but worth every penny, or Rand!

The climb was a wonderful experience and excellent guides and porters looked after us so well. We all made it to the top - it wasn't easy, but the expertise of our guides Henry, Alpha and Betrium, and the encouragement that they gave us along the way ensured that we all got to the summit!

A truly spectacular and unforgettable trip. The tour delivers an eclectic mix of Madagascar's culture, history and people, plus an abundance of wildlife, Those Lemurs, WOW! All of this was expertly and enthusiastically presented by our wonderful tour leader Armand. The long days on the deteriorating roads are necessary to move from one area containing Madagascar's highlights to the next, however, whilst on route there is much to see and be amazed at from the bus. This makes the slight discomfort worth it, to experience such a large part of the fantastic country that is Madagascar.

I recently joined the Contiki Cape to Delta Safari, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. The itinerary was packed with incredible wildlife encounters, stunning landscapes, and once-in-a-lifetime opportunities. Our guide, was phenomenal—extremely knowledgeable, approachable, and always ready to help. He went above and beyond to make sure everyone was comfortable, informed, and getting the most out of the journey. Another highlight was the amazing third-party partners Contiki worked with along the way. From safari operators to local guides, every collaboration felt seamless and added so much authenticity and richness to the trip. You can really tell they’ve built strong relationships with the best people in each region. The only downside was our time at Victoria Falls. As breathtaking as the falls are, we unfortunately only had about 40 minutes to enjoy them. Because some of the group opted for bridge activities, the rest of us had to wait and ended up feeling rushed through the experience. It would be much better if those not participating in bridge activities were able to head to the falls earlier, giving everyone enough time to fully appreciate one of the natural wonders of the world. Overall, this trip was absolutely incredible and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a mix of adventure, wildlife, and culture in Southern Africa. With just a little more time at Victoria Falls, it would have been perfect.