Africa Tours in October 2026
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7 Days Mount Kilimanjaro Climbing via Machame Route - October 2026
Known as the Whiskey route, the Machame route is now the most popular route on the mountain. Compared with Marangu, the days in Machame are longer and the walks are steeper. The Machame route is considered a difficult route and is better suited for more adventurous folks and those with some hiking or backpacking experience as well as It is for physically fit people with some hiking experience.
The Machame route approaches the summit from the southwest and descends using the Mweka route, rewarding climbers with views of the expansive Shira Plateau, an optional scramble up Lava Tower, a climb up the Great Barranco wall, and a traverse underneath Kilimanjaro's southern ice field.
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4-Day Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater Safari - October 2026
This 4-day safari tour will take you through then northern safari circuit in Tanzania where you will visit Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater Conservancy finalizing with a Cultural experience or nature hike in the Manyara region. This is a great safari tour that takes you to three amazing wildlife hubs for those with limited time or on a budget.
Serengeti National Park is a must see for any Tanzanian visit and necessitates at least 2 days of game viewing. This ensures you have enough time to roam this gigantic park in search of wildlife. Search for the big five and many other mammals and birds on game drives.
There is more to Serengeti than large mammals. Gaudy agama lizards and rock hyraxes scuffle around the surfaces of the park’s isolated granite koppies. A full 100 varieties of dung beetle have been recorded, as have 500-plus bird species, ranging from the outsized ostrich and bizarre secretary bird of the open grassland to the black eagles that soar effortlessly above the Lobo Hills.
A visit to the Ngorongoro Crater is an experience of a lifetime. There are few places that have wildlife densities and variety at this level. It is not unusual to see the big five in one day, here in the most amazing, unique setting with a backdrop of a 600m/1968ft high crater wall.
On the last day, you have the option of a cultural experience with the Maasai people, nature hike in the Manyara region visit the plantations to the waterfalls may be have a swim if time allows.
Please refer to the itinerary to find out what you'll be doing each day on this safari tour.
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8-Day Best of Tanzania Wildlife Lodge Safari - October 2026
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day safari adventure through Tanzania's iconic wildlife havens.
Explore the diverse landscapes of Lake Manyara National Park, renowned for its tree-climbing lions and vibrant birdlife.
Experience the grandeur of the Serengeti, home to the Great Migration, with exhilarating game drives and encounters with diverse wildlife. Descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a Unesco World Heritage Site, and witness the incredible biodiversity within this natural wonder.
This safari offers a unique blend of wildlife encounters, cultural immersion, and stunning scenery, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
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Rwanda Adventure: 14 Days - October 2026
This guided, 14-day trip will take you to some of the best Rwandan attractions, blending history and culture with wildlife and nature. Explore the savannahs of Akagera and head out to discover the primates in Nyungwe National Park, home to one of the largest tropical rainforest in the country.
Enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Ihema and take in the surreal views of Lake Kivu. You will also summit to Mount Bisoke during this tour and trek through jungles in search of elusive golden monkeys as well as chimpanzees, one of our closest primate relatives.
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8-Day Kilimanjaro Trekking: Machame Route - October 2026
Machame Route (also known to as the "Whiskey Route") is the most beautiful route up Kilimanjaro with high summit success rate. It rewards hikers with scenic splendors. From late afternoon sunsets at Shira to the misty revelations of Kibo at the great Barranco Wall, witness a scenic "slide show" as you trek to the top of the world's highest free-standing mountain.
There is an added benefit to taking the Machame Route, as you are afforded the most valuable commodity on the mountain: acclimatization. The route takes you high to Lava Tower (4,630m) on Day 3 and brings you down by nearly 700m for an overnight at Barranco camp (3,950m). This is the secret to successful acclimatization.
(Note: All your equipment and supplies are portered and a cook prepares all your meals. While the accommodation on the Marangu route is in huts, the Machame route offers strictly tents only accommodation.)
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Northern Circuit Luxury Safari Tour: 5 Days - October 2026
This five-day, guided trip to Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro is best for travelers with a passion for wildlife who want to visit three of the most spectacular national parks in Tanzania's northern circuit.
We will pick you up from Arusha and proceed to Tarangire National Park, home to Tanzania’s largest elephant population. The elephants are drawn to the Tarangire River from which the park gets its name. In addition to these large elephant herds, the park’s distinctive landscape is dotted with beautiful baobab trees and it has one of the greatest concentrations of game in Tanzania.
Next comes the iconic Serengeti, Tanzania’s most famous national park known throughout the world for the annual wildebeest migration. Then head for Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a natural wonder that is also one of the best places in the country to see the endangered black rhinoceros and is home to the Big Five.
Last comes a trip to the villages and plantations surrounding Lake Manyara after which we will drive you back to Arusha, where the tour comes to an end.
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A Thrilling Big 5 Safari in Rwanda's Heartland - October 2026
Embark on a thrilling 3-day safari adventure in Akagera National Park, Rwanda's premier wildlife destination, home to the Big 5. On day one, your journey begins with a scenic morning transfer from Kigali to Akagera National Park.
Upon arrival, you’ll check in at Ruzizi Tented Lodge, a serene and luxurious camp overlooking Lake Ihema. After lunch, enjoy a guided game drive through the park, followed by a sunset boating experience on Lake Ihema, offering stunning views of the park's diverse wildlife.
On day two, experience a full day of exciting wildlife encounters with a game drive during the day and a thrilling night game drive, where you may spot nocturnal animals in their natural habitat. After an action-packed day, retreat to Karenge Bush Camp for a peaceful night under the stars.
On the final day, enjoy another guided game drive through Akagera’s rich landscapes, offering ample opportunities to observe elephants, lions, rhinos, buffaloes, and leopards. In the afternoon, you will be transferred back to Kigali, concluding your unforgettable safari adventure.
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Elegance of the Nile - October 2026
See the best of Egypt on this 11-day guided tour. Enjoy an afternoon in Cairo before joining an Egyptologist for an exclusive visit to the Pyramids of Giza, where you’ll walk inside one of its caverns and see the Sphinx. At the Egyptian Museum, gaze upon priceless treasures taken from the tomb of the country’s most famous pharaoh, Tutankhamun. See the Temple of Luxor during a VIP, after-hours visit, exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site free from other tour groups. See the Valley of the Kings, where Tutankhamun is buried. Choose to sail the Nile on a felucca, a traditional wooden boat, or visit Aswan Market for a shopping spree. Sip on tea at the Cataract Hotel, where Sir Winston Churchill once dined. And visit the Esna Temple, a striking waterfront structure.
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5-Day Affordable Wildlife Safari in Kenya - October 2026
Explore the best of Kenyan national parks in just five days and see a spectacular range of wildlife. Go on a cycling adventure inside Hell’s Gate National Park or enjoy a game drive in a safari vehicle. See myriads of flamingoes on Lake Nakuru, search for the “big five” (elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard, and rhino) in Maasai Mara National Park, and enjoy the beautiful views over the Rift Valley, the Cradle of Mankind.This five-day all-inclusive guided tour covers two nights in Maasai Mara, one night in Lake Nakuru, and one night in Hell's Gate National Park. For more details, please see the itinerary section below.
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7 DAYS PERFECT BLEND SAFARI - October 2026
This Safari begins with a visit to the famous Sweetwaters Game Reserve is 90,000-acre private ranch with magnificent views across the plains to the snow capped peaks of Mount Kenya.
The Chimpanzee Sanctuary is most informative and entertaining and should be visited while in the Game Reserve.The Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary is incorporated within the Ol Pejeta Conservancy and is the only place in Kenya where this highly endangered and remarkably intelligent species can be seen.
Next you will visit Lake Nakuru National Reserve which is well known to host largest populations of both lesser and greater flamingos.
The Lake Naivasha and its surrounds are rich in natural bounty, and the fertile soils and water supply have made this one of Kenya’s prime agricultural regions.
The Masai Mara Game Reserve – Kenya’s most famous and finest game sanctuary.
In the months of July to October each year, the wildebeests in their troops arrive at the Kenyan border, ready to cross the steep banks of the broad and fast flowing Mara River.
This crossing is truly the greatest episode of the entire migration. Hot on their heels are the predators of the savannah –lion, cheetah, wild dog, jackal, hyena and vultures.
The banks of the Mara River provide one of the best vantage points to witness the drama.
The Mara also offers wildlife in such variety and abundance that it is difficult to believe: over 450 species of animals have been recorded here.
You will most likely see the Big Five- lion, rhino, buffalo, leopard, and elephant. Not to mention numerous plain animals.
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