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Each itinerary below has been thoughtfully designed by our specialists, drawing on decades of first-hand experience across the continent. From Kenya’s Great Migration to Botswana’s pristine Okavango Delta, every journey is fully customisable to your travel dates, group size, interests and budget.

Exploring Arusha, Ndutu, Ngorongoro Crater, Northern Serengeti
Duration: 6 Days
Experience: Adventure, Migration Safari, Small Group Safaris
Transport: Fly-in Safari

• Discover the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, renowned for its extraordinary concentration of wildlife.
• Explore the wildlife-rich landscapes of Ndutu, with exciting afternoon game drives.
• Spend two days in the Northern Serengeti, witnessing its vast plains and diverse wildlife.
• Experience the Great Wildebeest Migration, with enormous herds of wildebeest and zebra moving across the plains (seasonal).
• Look out for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes and other iconic African wildlife.
• Enjoy authentic tented safari stays and a scenic flight from Kogatende to Arusha.


Exploring Arusha, Central Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater
Duration: 6 Days
Experience: Adventure, Migration Safari, Small Group Safaris
Transport: Fly-in Safari

• Explore the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, renowned for its spectacular scenery and year-round concentration of wildlife.
• Journey through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands into the Central Serengeti, enjoying an afternoon game drive.
• Spend two days discovering the Serengeti's endless plains, rich wildlife diversity and remarkable predator sightings.
• Witness the seasonal movements of the Great Wildebeest Migration, as vast herds of wildebeest and zebra traverse the plains.
• Look out for iconic African wildlife, including lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes and buffaloes.
• Enjoy an authentic tented safari experience at Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp before returning to Arusha.


Exploring Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park
Duration: 3 Days
Experience: Adventure, Small Group Safaris
Transport: Fly-in Safari

• Discover the wildlife-rich landscapes of Tanzania, beginning with a warm welcome in Arusha.
• Explore the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its remarkable concentration of wildlife and breathtaking caldera scenery.
• Journey through the scenic Ngorongoro Highlands into the Southern Serengeti (Ndutu), enjoying exciting game drives across its vast open plains.
• Experience the magic of the Great Wildebeest Migration, with vast herds of wildebeest and zebra moving across the Ndutu plains during the migration season.
• Spend two days exploring the wildlife-rich Ndutu region, renowned for exceptional game viewing and opportunities to spot predators such as lions, cheetahs and leopards.
• Enjoy an unforgettable safari experience across two of Tanzania's most iconic wildlife destinations before returning to Arusha by road.


Exploring Great Rift Valley, Masai Mara, Nairobi, Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Duration: 9 Days
Experience: Adventure, Small Group Safaris
Transport: Fly-in Safari

• Explore Ol Pejeta Conservancy, home to the Big Five, endangered rhinos and the Chimpanzee Sanctuary.
• Experience an exciting night game drive in Ol Pejeta, offering a chance to spot nocturnal wildlife.
• Discover the scenic Great Rift Valley, with flamingos, Rothschild's giraffes and spectacular sundowners at Lake Elmenteita.
• Enjoy a leisurely boat ride on Lake Naivasha, surrounded by beautiful landscapes and wildlife.
• Spend three nights exploring the iconic Masai Mara, renowned for its abundant wildlife, big cats and endless plains.
• Savour a memorable Hippo Pool bush breakfast in the heart of the Masai Mara.
• Spot three different giraffe species, two zebra species and two ostrich species, including the rare Blue-necked Somali Ostrich.
• Witness magical African sunrises and sunsets, with an optional hot-air balloon safari over the Masai Mara plains.


Exploring Amboseli National Park, Lake Elmenteita, Masai Mara, Nairobi
Duration: 9 Days
Experience: Adventure, Small Group Safaris
Transport: Fly-in Safari

• Explore Amboseli National Park, renowned for its magnificent elephant herds and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest peak.
• Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in Amboseli, with opportunities to spot elephants, lions, leopards and other wildlife against the spectacular Kilimanjaro backdrop.
• Discover the scenic Great Rift Valley and Lake Elmenteita, home to flamingos, pelicans and Rothschild's giraffes.
• Experience a memorable sundowner at the Lake Elmenteita viewpoint, surrounded by the beauty of the African wilderness.
• Enjoy a leisurely boat ride on Lake Naivasha, offering opportunities to encounter hippos and diverse birdlife.
• Spend three nights exploring the iconic Masai Mara National Reserve, renowned for its abundant wildlife, big cats and endless savannah plains.
• Savour a unique Hippo Pool bush breakfast in the heart of the Masai Mara, an unforgettable wilderness experience.
• Witness spectacular African sunrises and sunsets across the Masai Mara, with an optional hot-air balloon safari for breathtaking aerial views.


Exploring Arusha, Lake Eyasi, Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti National Park
Duration: 9 Days
Experience: Chalo Explorers Club
Transport: Fly-in Safari

• Explore Tanzania over 9 unforgettable days, from the peaceful surroundings of Arusha to the wild landscapes of the Serengeti.
• Discover the Ngorongoro Crater on a game drive, with opportunities to see lions, elephants and endangered black rhinos.
• Experience the culture of the Hadzabe people through a guided walk and learn about traditional tracking, hunting and foraging.
• Fly into the heart of the Serengeti and spend four nights exploring its remote and wildlife-rich eastern plains.
• Enjoy flexible safari days with private game drives, walking safaris, bush dining and spectacular African sundowners.
• Experience the wilderness more deeply with an optional fly-camping adventure under the African night sky.
• Travel with an expert guide and a small group of just 12 guests, allowing for a more personal and immersive safari experience.


Exploring Alkefjellet, Isfjorden, Longyearbyen, Oslo, Sjuøyane, Svalbard
Duration: 10 Days
Experience: Chalo Explorers Club
Transport: Fly-in Safari

• 10-day Arctic expedition under the Midnight Sun.
• Exceptional opportunities to see Polar Bears on the drifting pack ice.
• Explore aboard the ice-strengthened M/S Kvitungen.
• Daily Zodiac cruises and shore landings.
• Spot Walruses, Seals, Arctic Foxes, Reindeer, and Whales.
• Visit spectacular seabird colonies.
• Incredible wildlife and landscape photography opportunities.
• Small group of 12 guests with expert expedition leaders.
• Flexible itinerary designed to maximise wildlife encounters.


Smita Kenya Tour
Exploring Mara Ol Kinyei Conservancy, Nairobi National Park
Duration: 7 Days
Experience: Chalo Explorers Club, Small Group Safaris
Transport: Fly-in Safari

• Hosted by zoologist Smita Srivastava.
• Small-group, immersive safari experience.
• Stay at Ololo Safari Lodge beside Nairobi National Park.
• Spot rhinos, lions, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, elephants, and more.
• Visit the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage.
• Stay at the exclusive Porini Ol Kinyei Safari Cottages.
• Private charter flights and dedicated safari vehicles.
• Bush breakfasts, sundowners, and night game drives.
• Community-led conservation in the Maasai Mara.
• Travel in May for lush landscapes and fewer crowds.


Elephants In Usangu
Exploring Nyerere National Park, Ruaha National Park
Duration: 11 Days
Experience: Small Group Safaris
Transport: Fly-in Safari

11-Day Small Group Safari: Walking, Boating & Wildlife in Ruaha and Nyerere National Parks -

• Remote, uncrowded destinations
• Fly-camping and walking safari options
• Authentic bush experience
• Maximum 6 guests for intimate exploration
• Experiences include boating safaris, walking safaris, camera trapping, game drives, night game drives with thermal camera, star cube sleep out, and catch-and-release fishing


Classic Tanzania
Exploring Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, Tarangire National Park
Duration: 10 Days
Experience: Small Group Safaris
Transport: Fly-in Safari

• Explore Tanzania’s iconic parks including Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire.
• Enjoy exceptional wildlife viewing with chances to spot the Big Five and big cats.
• Stay at luxury safari camps in stunning wilderness locations.
• Experience guided game drives, walking safaris, and optional hot-air balloon rides.
• Visit the UNESCO-listed Ngorongoro Crater and remote eastern Serengeti.
• Discover Maasai culture and learn about local conservation efforts.
• Travel in a small group with expert safari guides for a personalised experience.


Morning Game Drive
Exploring Mara Naboisho Conservancy, Ruaha National Park, Serengeti National Park
Duration: 11 Days
Experience: Small Group Safaris
Transport: Fly-in Safari

11-day Kenya & Tanzania Small Group Safari: Mara Naboisho, Serengeti & Ruaha


The Primate Edition Chimp
Exploring Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Rubondo Island National Park
Duration: 8 Days
Experience: Small Group Safaris
Transport: Fly-in Safari

Uganda & Tanzania: A Soul-Stirring 8-Day Small Group Primate Safari


Omo Valley Tribe
Exploring Mago National Park, South Omo Valley
Duration: 6 Days
Experience: Small Group Safaris
Transport: Fly-in Safari

This itinerary is designed to be flexible to ensure you witness tribal events happening on any one day, such as the Hamer "Bull Jumping Ceremony" or local seasonal festivals.


Omo Valley
Exploring Jinka, Lalibela, Omo River, Turmi
Duration: 6 Days
Experience: Small Group Safaris
Transport: Fly-in Safari

• Visit the colorful tribal markets of Dimeka and Turmi in the South Omo Valley
• Experience authentic interactions with the Hamer, Dassanech, and Kara tribes
• Opportunity to witness the traditional Hamer Bull Jumping Ceremony
• Cross the Omo River by traditional dugout canoe
• Explore the UNESCO-listed rock-hewn churches of Lalibela
• Discover iconic sites including Bete Giyorgis and Bete Medhane Alem
• Enjoy Ethiopian cultural experiences such as traditional music, coffee, and local cuisine


Fly In Kafue Actvities
Exploring Kafue National Park
Duration: 6 Days
Experience: Adventure
Transport: Fly-in Safari

The Kafue Fly-In Safari - 6 Nights, Two Camps, One Wild National Park
The 6-night Kafue Fly-In Safari in Zambia offers an exclusive journey into one of Africa’s largest and least explored national parks, combining seamless light aircraft transfers with stays in two diverse regions of Kafue. Guests experience a mix of riverine landscapes and the vast Busanga Plains, known for exceptional predator sightings and open savannah views. The itinerary includes game drives, walking safaris, and seasonal boat safaris, providing varied ways to explore the wilderness. With intimate camps, rich wildlife, and minimal crowds, this safari is ideal for travelers seeking an authentic, off-the-beaten-path African experience.


Botswana Conservation Safari
Exploring Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, Okavango Delta
Duration: 8 Days
Experience: Adventure
Transport: Fly-in Safari

• Connect with nature, communities, and deepen your understanding of Botswana.
• Witness firsthand the impact that your stay has on conservation and communities.
• Stay at three wonderful camps, and learn about our sustainable safari operations.
• Enjoy wildlife viewing activities, amongst the various conservation stops.
• This trip is privately guided by a specialist conservation guide.
• Visit the most well-established predator research centre in the Okavango Delta.
• Interact with the Khwai village community.
• Get aboard the Elephant Express to see how a complex human-wildlife conflict issue can be solved.


Gorilla
Exploring Kigali, Virunga National Park
Duration: 8 Days
Experience: Adventure, Gorilla & Chimp Trekking, Small Group Safaris
Transport: Fly-in Safari

• Gorilla trekking in Uganda & Rwanda with Volcanoes Safaris
• Golden monkey tracking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park and Volcanoes National Park
• Batwa community visit for authentic cultural immersion
• Volcano views and luxury lodge stays at Mount Gahinga Lodge and Virunga Lodge
• Conservation encounters with Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund and a Kigali city finale at Kigali Genocide Memorial


Luangwa Bush Camping
Exploring South Luangwa National Park
Duration: 4 Days
Experience: Adventure, Small Group Safaris
Transport: Fly-in Safari

This safari is one of the most exceptional and exclusive experiences on offer in South Luangwa National Park in Zambia. Enjoy walking and camping out in a small setting for a few nights.


Mobile Walking Safari
Exploring South Luangwa National Park
Duration: 7 Days
Experience: Small Group Safaris, Walking Safari
Transport: Fly-in Safari

The LUANGWA VALLEY, which marks the end of the Great Rift Valley, is one of the last unspoilt wilderness areas and possibly the finest wildlife sanctuary in Africa. It covers an area of over 9000 sq. km. through which the meandering Luangwa River runs. The ox bow lagoons, woodland and plains of the valley host huge concentrations of game - including elephant, buffalo, leopard, lion, giraffe, hippo - and over 400 species of birds.


11 Days Safari
Exploring Dar es Salaam, Nyerere National Park, Ruaha National Park
Duration: 11 Days
Experience: Adventure, Small Group Safaris, Walking Safari
Transport: Fly-in Safari

For the adventurous traveller, The Untamed Edition Small Group Tour is the perfect match. Far from the well-worn tourist tracks, this itinerary captures the raw and untamed beauty of southern Tanzania. With tour options in June and November, this 11-day safari will quench your thirst for exploration.




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