Traverse Serengeti National Park, camp on the edge of the Ngorongoro Crater, search for the “big five” in Kruger National Park, chill out on the sandy beaches of Zanzibar, and see the power behind the thundering Victoria Falls on this complete Africa adventure. There will be wildlife safaris, cultural contact, rugged landscapes, and natural landscapes across six diverse countries. Spend time with supremely knowledgeable CEOs (Chief Experience Officers), sit down for meals prepared from fresh local produce, and enjoy starlit camping stays, gaining a kinship with this land and its people you won’t find anywhere else.
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Hut, Resort, Lodge
Age Range
12-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Nairobi, Johannesburg, Baobab Va
Nairobi, Johannesburg, Baobab Valley, Iringa, Chitimba, Kande Beach, Chipata, South Luangwa National Park, Lusaka, Victoria Falls, Arusha, Matobo National Park, Tshipise, Kruger National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro, Bagamoyo, Zanzibar, Stone Town
I really enjoyed the locations. Especially the Roman ruins and the villages we stayed in. It was a really great cultural experience.
Road tripWildlife
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Tent, Sleeper Bus, Bungalow
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Nairobi, Cape Town, Spitzkoppe
Nairobi, Cape Town, Spitzkoppe, Etosha National Park, Grootfontein, Bagani, Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park, Victoria Falls, Bulawayo, Masvingo, Harare, Lusaka, Petauke, Orange River, South Luangwa National Park, Lake Malawi, Chitimba, Iringa, Mikumi National Park, Dar Es Salaam, Stone Town, Fish River Canyon, Bagamoyo, Usambara Mountains, Arusha, Karatu, Serengeti National Park, Mto Wa Mbu, Sesriem, Lake Nakuru National Park, Eldoret, Kampala, Kalinzu Forest National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kisoro, Gorilla Trek, Mbarara, Jinja, Sossusvlei, Kericho, Masai Mara National Reserve, Swakopmund
South Africa is a country that thrills at every turn — and this journey blends the wild, the refined, and the unforgettable. Begin in Kruger National Park, tracking lions and elephants on foot alongside expert guides who know the bush like no one else. Then trade safari for sophistication in Stellenbosch, pedalling E-bikes through sun-drenched vineyards and sampling world-class wines straight from the source. Cap it all off with a coastal finale: paddling across glittering Table Bay, sipping cocktails atop Table Mountain, and winding your way along the dramatic Cape Peninsula. Adventure and indulgence, nature and culture — this is South Africa at its most spectacular.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Picture this: cruising through Africa’s wild landscapes, scanning the horizon for the animals you’ve been dreaming of seeing since childhood. The sun casts a golden glow, the breeze rustles through the acacia trees, and the sounds of the bush create a rhythm all their own. On this epic 18-day journey through South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Botswana, that’s not just a dream — it’s your reality. Experience unforgettable safari drives in Kruger, Hwange, and Chobe National Parks, where lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards, and giraffes roam free. Then, glide through the tranquil Okavango Delta in a traditional mokoro canoe for a whole new perspective on the wild. With expert guides leading the way, this is the African adventure you’ve been waiting for.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Eco Lodge
Age Range
12-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Johannesburg, Maun, Hwange Natio
Johannesburg, Maun, Hwange National Park, Chobe National Park, Nata, Okavango Delta, Kruger National Park, Victoria Falls
Step into the heart of Southern Africa on this 8-day adventure through Zimbabwe and Botswana. Start with the breathtaking wonder of Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, where mist and rainbows set the scene for unforgettable memories. Then venture into Chobe National Park for safari drives and a river cruise, spotting elephants, hippos, and crocodiles in their natural habitat. Cross into Hwange National Park and witness majestic elephants roaming freely across vast plains. Cap off your journey with cultural experiences and theatrical performances in Victoria Falls for an adventure that’s as wild as it is unforgettable.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Get ready for the safari adventure of your wildest dreams — an epic 20-day journey through the magical wonders of South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Botswana. Kick things off in cosmopolitan Cape Town with jaw-dropping views from Table Mountain and a delicious farm-to-table meal. From here, hop on a flight to Johannesburg where you’ll dive straight into the Big Five action in Kruger National Park, and spend an incredible week tracking lions, zebras, and herds of elephants, oh my! Next stop: Zimbabwe, where you’ll feel the roar of Victoria Falls, get hands-on with some remarkable community projects, and enjoy safari drives in Hwange National Park. Finish strong with bush walks in Botswana’s Chobe National Park, and gliding through the Okavango Delta in a mokoro. Three magnificent countries, three magnificent weeks, and a lifetime of wildlife encounters with Africa’s magical animal kingdom.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Eco Lodge
Age Range
12-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cape Town, Maun, Victoria Falls
Cape Town, Maun, Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park, Chobe National Park, Nata, Okavango Delta, Johannesburg, Kruger National Park
Encounter wildlife and salt pans on this eight-day overland adventure that visits two of Southern Africa’s most famous sites – Kruger National Park and Victoria Falls. Spot lions, leopards, zebras and giraffes on safari through landscapes blessed with breathtaking natural beauty, then fall asleep to the sounds of the African night in your comfortable camp. Keep your eyes peeled for the Big Five in South Africa’s Kruger National Park, enjoy a bushwalk accompanied by members of the world's first all-female anti-poaching unit, The Black Mambas, and end an epic journey with Zimbabwe’s mighty Victoria Falls.
Road tripWildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Camping, Lodge, Tent, Sleeper Bus, Hotel
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, Kr
Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, Kruger National Park, Masebe Nature Reserve, Moremi Gorge, Nata
Travel through South Africa and Eswatini (Swaziland), combining cultural and wildlife experiences on this 12-day family adventure. The trip starts with an introduction to South Africa’s most famous township, Soweto, before heading out into the wilderness. Search for the Big Five in Hluhluwe Game Reserve, kayak around Kosi Bay and head north into the vast expanses of Hlane National Park. Venture into Kruger National Park for more unbelievable wildlife watching, participate in village life at a community homestay and get to see the stunning colours of Blyde River Canyon.
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Time to break out your best Attenborough impression – you’re going on safari! This nine-day trip doesn’t skimp on the savannah, but it mainly follows the rivers and watering holes that sustain life (human and wild) throughout Africa. Drive across the sands of the Kalahari Desert in search of rhinos, then spot elephants and warthogs while you cruise down the Okavango Delta in a dugout mokoro canoe. Travel through the Caprivi Strip, try to spot hippos on a sunset river cruise and search for wildlife in Chobe National Park. How many species can you spot?
Adventure
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Sleeper Bus, Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, Kh
Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, Khama Rhino Sanctuary, Maun, Okavango Delta, Caprivi Strip, Kwando River, Chobe National Park
Embark on an action-packed adventure through some of the most stunning scenery in southern Africa. In 22 days, head from Johannesburg to Cape Town on the spectacular coastal route, with plenty of epic stops along the way. Track down elusive wildlife on game drives in Kruger National Park, relax on golden beaches, meeting local Xhosa communities in Cintsa and mix it up with two fun-filled nights in Cape Town. From the savanna of Kruger and the lush wetlands of the St Lucia Estuary to the dramatic ocean vistas and fertile vineyards along the Wild Coast, see the best of southern Africa's blessed natural beauty, joined by a local leader with all the best advice and a group of likeminded adventurers keen to explore.
Road tripWildlife
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Lodge, Sleeper Bus, Hut
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cape Town, Johannesburg, Drakens
Cape Town, Johannesburg, Drakensberg, Lesotho Highlands, Cintsa, Addo Elephant National Park, Tsitsikamma National Park, Oudtshoorn, Kruger National Park, Swellendam, Hermanus, Hlane Royal National Park, Mozambique Beach Camp, St Lucia Estuary, Zululand, Durban
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
We saw a T-shirt in Africa that said “it’s not a holiday, it’s an adventure!“ This sums up exactly what this trip is about. Although it took some stamina to camp the entire time and the bus trips were long to get from destination to destination, this was an adventure like no other. Spinning, two nights roughing it in Okavango Delta was magical and we heard lions roaring at night. Our guides were outstanding and the food was better than I could possibly expect, especially since our cook did it all in a campground the safari walks and drives did not disappoint!
Because we were there in July, the nights were bitterly cold, but we stayed cozy in the tents. This is definitely a trip for those seeking authentic adventure, but not for those who are uncomfortable with idea of sleeping in a tent for 10 days. Our Guide Pappy was, always so patient and so thorough with all of us and was a wealth of knowledge about the region. I love this trip, but it definitely is not for those unused to roughing it or are expecting luxury.
Road tripWildlife
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Sleeper Bus, Camping, Hotel
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, Kh
Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, Khama Rhino Sanctuary, Maun, Okavango Delta, Nata, Chobe National Park
This trip was incredible! The activities available ranged from climbing red sand dunes and star gazing in the desert, to getting up close to giraffes, zebras, and lions on safari and kayaking with seals jumping up onto the boat. Our guide Often did an amazing job of showing us the highlights of Namibia. Long stretches on the road but the view of the beautiful and changing landscape along the way made it all so worth it! Would highly recommend this trip to anyone wanting to explore the path less travelled and immerse themselves into Namibian culture.
Sightseeing Tours
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Windhoek, Etosha National Park
Windhoek, Etosha National Park, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund
South Africa’s legendary Garden Route comes alive on this epic nine-day adventure from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Kick things off with a full-day safari at Addo Elephant National Park before journeying west along the stunning coast. Hike through the rugged beauty of Tsitsikamma, Robberg Nature Reserve, and Knysna, then drive the jaw-dropping Tradouw Pass to Barrydale for a curated lunch and wine tasting. Wrap up with a few blissful days in the winelands of Franschhoek, soaking in the scenery and flavours. You’ll finish this trip feeling relaxed, inspired, and ready for more adventures in Cape Town.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
12-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Addo
Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Addo, Tsitsikamma Forest, Knysna, Franschhoek