Experience East Africa with energy and excitement! Choose from over 200 tours designed for travelers 18-35, featuring social atmospheres and adventure activities rated by more than 420 young adventurers.
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Simple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
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The Tanzania Safari is incredible - we saw such a huge variety of animals so close up, all thanks to the expertise of our guide who went above and beyond to ensure we had the most amazing experience. Particular highlight was also the accommodation in the Serengeti - glamping right in the middle of a national park!
Beer and drinks tasting
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Camping
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Arusha, Tarangire, Tarangire Nat
Arusha, Tarangire, Tarangire National Park, Serengeti, Ngorongoro
I thought every single day was the best day of my life... Until the next day came along and overtook it, and then the next day and the next...
The Okavango Delta is pure magic. Easily the best place to see wildlife in Africa (and I have been to most of them on Contiki's). Its remote, there are barely any other tourists on safari out there and it felt like we were truly in Africa, experiencing it for how it should be and not a tourist destination to see wildlife. The camping set up there is awesome, you arrive and everything is set up from your tents and bedding, to a fire place to sit around at night, to a dining tent and chill tent on the river to watch elephants come downt to drink in the middle of the day - right in front of us! On the Game Drives we saw lions and even Wild Dogs (Painted Wolf) pups as well as the adults on the hunt. The safari vehicles had fridges to keep the beers cold, charge ports for our phones and a roof to climb on to watch the sunset over the Delta's waterways while lions were calling in the distance.
The Meerkats at the salt pans were amazing to see go about their day without even giving us a glance as we got close for photos and the sunset on the pans where you can see the horizon 360 degrees around you was extra special.
And Chobe was out of this world... That sunset on the river when everyone had left the park but we stayed in it at Contiki Special Campsite, plus the leopard in the tree... Goosebumps...
And I nearly forgot the adrendline and pure adventure of Victoria Falls. Bungeeing, rafting, heli flights, walking safaris... It has everything to get the heart racing but also some activity from sitting on safari vehicles. I guess some of the activities are pricey, but I felt super safe doing everything and would always rather pay a higher price for safety on the adventurous activities. I'd reccomend them all! The accommodation here felt so fancy with swimming pool, the spray of the falls in the distance, elephants drinking at the waterhole in front and out the back you could safely walk into town to do some shopping or exploring...
A trip I could VERY easily do again and again. Every safari drive is different with varying chances of seeing different animals doing different things (drinking/eating/hunting/playing with babies etc etc). Every drive felt special and unique...
The Africa bug has bitten me hard - I cant wait to go back
Natural landmarks sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Lodge, Tent
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Victoria Falls, Maun, Chobe Nati
Victoria Falls, Maun, Chobe National Park, Makgadikgadi Pans, Okavango Delta
Perfect mix of Safari, beaches, adventure and adrenaline. The knowledge and of the trip manager and all the safari guides was exceptional and their passion and love for Africa was contagious.
AdventureNational parks
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Guest House, Tent
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Chobe
Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, Kruger National Park, Johannesburg, Kasane
This safari exceeded all my expectations. We departed from Dar es Salaam and enjoyed a cross-country drive where we got to soak in the Tanzanian wilderness. Arriving in Selous was like going back in time, everything was so wild and beautiful. Completely off-grid. We stayed at Hippo camp which was a nice little collection of wooden lodges on the river side with a great view. All meals (even the packed lunches) were of a high quality.
My favourite wildlife moment was feeding the bush babies at night in Hippo camp - wish I could have taken one home. On the third day we woke up before sunrise for a jungle walk with an incredible guide who entertained us and told us 'bush' stories wish were certainly unforgettable! The wildlife in Selous was definitely up to scratch and it was so enjoyable to cruise through the varying and outstandingly beautiful wilderness. Book it now!
Tanzania’s legendary landscapes and wildlife come to life on the 3-Day Tarangire, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara Safari Join tour. Crafted for young adults and seasoned travelers, this group camping safari departs from Arusha, taking you through three of the country’s most spectacular reserves.
Venture into Tarangire National Park, witness the grandeur of the Ngorongoro Crater—the largest unbroken caldera on earth—and marvel at Lake Manyara’s vibrant birdlife. Guided by expert wildlife spotters, you’ll have the chance to see the ‘Big Five’, along with flamingos, zebras, hippos, and more. Evenings are spent camping under the stars, embracing the true spirit of African adventure.
The unique selling point of this safari trip lies in its immersive group camping experience, blending thrilling wildlife viewing with the camaraderie of life in the wild. For those seeking an authentic, action-packed introduction to Tanzania, this tour delivers unforgettable moments at every turn.
Wildlife safaris and game drives
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Hut, Sleeping Hut
Age Range
2-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Arusha, Lake Manyara National Pa
Arusha, Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater
On this 11-day adventure, you’ll cruise through the savannah in overland trucks (hello, sky-high views), exploring East Africa’s most iconic national parks - Serengeti, Amboseli, Maasai Mara, Ngorongoro Crater and more. Plus, you’ll ramp up the adrenaline with mountain biking, white-water rafting & ziplining. And top it all off with a visit to a local village for a cultural deep dive you’ll never forget.
National parks
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Arusha, Nairobi, Maasai Mara Gam
Arusha, Nairobi, Maasai Mara Game Reserve, Mto Wa Mbu, Sagana, Amboseli National Park, Serengeti
Over six incredible days, you’ll safari through the legendary Serengeti and soak up Tanzanian culture on a village walk. Next, you’ll switch up the view and wander the treetops at Lake Manyara. And you’ll even head out on a night safari to spot big cats on the prowl. It’s one epic sight after another.
Six days. Three national parks. Endless adventure - get ready to see the very best of Kenya. You’ll chase the Big 5 on game drives, then crank up the thrill with mountain biking, white-water rafting, and zip-lining. Then connect with local culture in a Maasai village. Unforgettable is an understatement.
Wildlife safaris and game drives
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Nairobi, Maasai Mara Game Reserv
Nairobi, Maasai Mara Game Reserve, Sagana, Amboseli National Reserve