Discover 1600+ Africa trips in May 2026 with 4490+ verified reviews. Crafted by vetted tour operators, these Africa May 2026 tours showcase the country at its seasonal best.
Get set for an adventure packed with majestic wildlife, remote desert landscapes and natural wonders in southern Africa. This is the ultimate small-group adventure, from the stunning beauty of Cape Town and burnt orange sunsets over Namibia's Fish River Canyon to a river cruise through Chobe National Park. Get set to canoe down the Okavango Delta, embark on a game drives in Kruger and Etosha national parks and admire the raw power of Victoria Falls from multiple angles. With plenty of time to explore at your own pace, plus a local crew with all the best advice, see this chunk of Africa with ease and independence in 30 unforgettable days.
Wildlife
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Sleeper Bus, Home-stay
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cape Town, Johannesburg, Spitzko
Cape Town, Johannesburg, Spitzkoppe, Etosha National Park, Grootfontein, Bagani, Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park, Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, Matobo National Park, Makushu Village, Kruger National Park, Orange River, Fish River Canyon, Sesriem, Bush Camp, Swakopmund
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Visit Africa and travel through Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and South Africa on a tour from Windhoek to Johannesburg. Embark on a journey through bountiful Botswana, rich in natural beauty, thrilling wildlife encounters, and fun local interaction. Experience exciting safaris, enjoy life aboard a houseboat, see ancient rock art and feel the power of Victoria Falls. Continue south to Hwange National Park, known for its elephant population, Matobo National Park to track rhinos, visit a 13th-century grave site and head out on a night safari to see some nocturnal wildlife around Mapungubwe National Park and, finally, visit the famous Kruger National Park in search of Africa's iconic wildlife.
Wildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Sleeper Bus
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Johannesburg, Windhoek, Victoria
Johannesburg, Windhoek, Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, Matobo National Park, Mapungubwe National Park, Kruger National Park, Ghanzi, Okavango Delta, Maun, Makgadikgadi Pans, Chobe National Park
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Whether you’re watching a sombre silverback gorilla in his natural habitat, descending 600 metres to the floor of the volcanic Ngorongoro Crater or spend time with a Hadzabe community in Tanzania, this 18-day tour offers opportunities to create travel memories most people only dream of. Journey through Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania in search of some of the world’s most mythologised animals. Along the way, meet locals and gain an understanding of the diversity of cultures in East Africa – from the Maasai tribes people to villagers on the outskirts of Queen Elizabeth National Park and the hip working class residents of Kigali’s Nyamirambo neighbourhood.
Wildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Arusha, Kigali, Masai Mara Natio
Arusha, Kigali, Masai Mara National Reserve, Lake Victoria, Serengeti National Park, Karatu, Nairobi, Musanze, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kisoro
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Take 20 days to uncover the best of eastern Africa as you travel across Kenya and Tanzania. Turn your attention to the wild as you search for flamingos in Lake Nakuru, the black rhino in the Ngorongoro Crater and the Big Five in the Serengeti. Swap the savanna for a higher elevation when you visit the Usambara Mountains, and then leave all your cares behind as you relax on the endless white sands of Zanzibar’s Northern Beaches. Give East Africa an in-depth viewing as you travel from Nairobi to Zanzibar with a local crew and a small group of avid travellers.
Road tripWildlife
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Resort, Sleeper Bus, Bungalow
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Nairobi, Stone Town, Mto Wa Mbu
Nairobi, Stone Town, Mto Wa Mbu, Serengeti National Park, Usambara, Dar Es Salaam, Zanzibar, Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Naivasha, Maasai Village, Masai Mara National Reserve
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Uncover the very best of East Africa on this 10-day journey from Nairobi, Kenya. Travel to some of the country’s most famous areas including the Maasai Mara National Reserve, Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater, where you'll take multiple game drives in search of the Big Five animals and more. Keep your eyes peeled for lions, impalas, wildebeest, leopards, giraffes, antelope and varied birdlife. Take in the enormity of Africa's largest lake and spend time with the local Maasai warriors and Hadzabe people to learn about their ancient traditions and modern way of life from an elder in the communities. With overnight stays in the middle of the national parks, stargazing opportunities, and local connections – this is the trip of a lifetime.
Wildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Arusha, Nairobi, Masai Mara, Lak
Arusha, Nairobi, Masai Mara, Lake Victoria, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Lake Eyasi, Karatu
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Embark on an unforgettable adventure through East Africa, starting in Nairobi, Kenya. Explore some of the continent's most renowned destinations, such as the Maasai Mara National Reserve, Serengeti National Park, and the Ngorongoro Crater. Experience multiple game drives to spot the Big Five and other majestic animals. Marvel at the vastness of Africa's biggest lake and immerse yourself in the culture of the Maasai and Hadzabe tribes. Learn about their ancient customs and modern ways of life from their wise elders.
ExplorerWildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Resort
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Nairobi, Stone Town, Nungwi, Mas
Nairobi, Stone Town, Nungwi, Masai Mara National Reserve, Lake Victoria, Serengeti National Park, Karatu, Arusha
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Uncover the true beauty of southern Africa on a 14-day Premium adventure through South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana. Spend two unforgettable days in the Greater Kruger region, cruise down the Zambezi River at sunset, marvel at the showstopping Victoria Falls and look out for a wealth of elephants in Chobe National Park. Set out in search of wildlife on a series of game drives, cruise down the Zambezi River, hang out with a family of meerkats at the Ntwetwe Salt Pans and admire the curious beauty of the Makgadikgadi Pans. With expert knowledge from local guides you’ll discover the best of this magnificent part of the world.
WildlifeSa
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Tent
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Johannesburg, Maun, Chobe Nation
Johannesburg, Maun, Chobe National Park, Makgadikgadi Pans, Boteti River, Kruger National Park, Victoria Falls
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Hop aboard one of our Landos (overland adventure vehicle) and cruise through Botswana, South Africa, and Zimbabwe. 15 days of wildlife, captivating wilderness, and remote camp outs making for an epic overlanding adventure. Find the “big five” in Kruger National Park, feel the spray of Victoria Falls, search for rhinos on foot in Matobo National Park, sing songs around the fire with locals, travel into the delta by mokoro canoe and spend time getting to know Africa on a deeper level.
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Sleeper Bus, Resort, Lodge
Age Range
12-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Victoria Falls, Maun, Okavango D
Victoria Falls, Maun, Okavango Delta, Gweta, Kasane, Matobo National Park, Tshipise, Kruger National Park, Johannesburg, Serowe
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Africa’s all about the outdoors – rainforests, national parks, waterways, coastlines and vast savanna. Explore the best of Africa’s natural attractions on a 52-day adventure from Johannesburg to Nairobi. See the power of Victoria Falls and the sprawling plains of the Serengeti, have close encounters with mountain gorillas and soak in the pristine waters of Lake Malawi. Camp on long white-sand beaches in Tanzania, hike through steamy rainforests and mokoro down the Okavango Delta in search of roaming wildlife. Whether you’re sharing space with a silverback gorilla, lazing on Zanzibar’s shores, or meeting Maasai warriors, this all-encompassing African journey will immerse you in the wild heart of the continent.
Road tripWildlife
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Tent, Sleeper Bus, Bungalow
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Nairobi, Johannesburg, Victoria
Nairobi, Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, Bulawayo, Masvingo, Harare, Lusaka, Petauke, South Luangwa National Park, Khama Rhino Sanctuary, Lake Malawi, Chitimba, Iringa, Mikumi National Park, Dar Es Salaam, Stone Town, Bagamoyo, Maun, Usambara Mountains, Arusha, Karatu, Serengeti National Park, Mto Wa Mbu, Lake Nakuru National Park, Eldoret, Okavango Delta, Kampala, Kalinzu Forest National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kisoro, Gorilla Trek, Mbarara, Jinja, Kericho, Masai Mara National Reserve, Nata, Chobe National Park
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Spend 16 unforgettable days exploring East Africa’s most iconic landscapes — no participation camping required. This comfort-packed adventure takes you from the legendary plains of the Masai Mara to the elephant-filled swamps of Amboseli and the jaw-dropping wildlife haven of the Ngorongoro Crater. Cruise across the golden Serengeti, where big cats roam and the horizon seems to stretch forever, then discover the baobab-dotted beauty of Tarangire. After the thrills of the savanna, trade safari gear for sandals and unwind on Zanzibar’s palm-lined beaches. With local lodges, incredible wildlife, and wow-worthy views at every turn, this is East Africa the easy way — and all kinds of extraordinary.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Lodge, Resort
Age Range
12-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Nairobi, Zanzibar, Karatu, Seren
Nairobi, Zanzibar, Karatu, Serengeti National Park, Arusha, Jambiani, Nakuru, Masai Mara, Amboseli National Park, Tarangire National Park
18% OFF TODAY
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