African Tours & Cruises in 2026

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Classic Egypt Tour

Luxor to Aswan - 8 Day Itinerary

• Explore pyramids and Sphinx
• Explore the Valley of Kings
• Explore Egyptian Museum treasures
• Cruise along the Nile River
• Visit the Temple of Edfu
• Witness beauty of Philae Temple

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Cairo / Aswan

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Relaxed

Join this 8-day Egyptian journey, starting in Cairo with visits to the Giza Pyramids. Fly to Luxor to explore its temples and tombs before setting sail on a serene Nile cruise. Visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut's Temple, Karnak Temple, and more. Sail to Aswan, stopping at Kom Ombo and Edfu for tours of these iconic temples.

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from $5,862

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South Africa Snapshot

9 Day Itinerary

• Tour Robben Island
• Explore the highlights of Cape Town
• View lions, zebra, & impala
• Explore Kruger by foot or vehicle

Activities

Kayaking

Activity Level

Relaxed

Visit vibrant Cape Town and game-rich Kruger National Park on this 9-day adventure through South Africa. This tour offers the best of both worlds: a world class metropolitan area steeped in history, and a bush experience renowned as one of the greatest in southern Africa, on which you are sure to encounter some of the Big 5.

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from $7,042

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Botswana Family Safari

7 Day Itinerary

• Discover Africa with your family
• Visit a local Botswana school
• Search for elephants on the Chobe
• Experience the Okavango Delta

Starts / Ends

Maun / Maun

Activities

Fishing

Activity Level

Relaxed

Botswana is fast becoming a destination of choice for families who want their children to experience the pinnacle of an African adventure. Spend two nights each in the Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve, and Chobe National Park enjoying daily nature walks mokoro (canoe) excursions and boating safaris. Your children will not forget this experience!

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from $8,056

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North Zimbabwe Adventure

7 Day Itinerary

• Explore Matusadona National Park
• Go on safari in Mana Pools Park
• Tour Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe
• Fish while you spot wildlife

Activity Level

Easy Active

Travel to the shores of Lake Kariba along the Zambezi River and enjoy game drives in Mana Pools National Park on this active 7-day safari tour of Zimbabwe. Experience both land and water activities as you spot wildlife in these two lesser-traveled destinations and finally visit the impressive Victoria Falls.

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from $26,443

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East African Style

14 Day Itinerary

• Explore private reserves
• Stay in safari lodges
• Search for the Big 5
• Enjoy light aircraft flights

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Nairobi / Ngorongoro Crater

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 14-day luxury tour takes you to the best of Kenya and Tanzania's national parks and wildlife reserves. Experience the vast landscapes of the Maasai Mara and Serengeti, spotting wildlife from the comfort of a 4x4 Land Cruiser and staying at some of the region's most exclusive lodges and camps.

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from $5,828

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Mt Kilimanjaro Machame Climb

10 Day Itinerary

• Explore Moshi at your leisure
• Hike valleys, plateaus, & ridges
• Trek Mt Kilimanjaro National Park
• Watch sunrise from Stella Point

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Moshi / Moshi

Activities

Hiking, Camping

Activity Level

Ultimate

This ultimate 10-day trek and climb takes you up the legendary Mt. Kilimanjaro, Africa's highest mountain. Starting at Moshi, Tanzania, you can acclimate and warm up by trekking or mountain biking before making your way up the mountain from camp to camp, arriving at the summit at 19,341 ft. (5,895m).

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from $2,479

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Victoria Falls & Hwange

6 Day Itinerary

• Stay close to Victoria Falls
• Enjoy game drives in Hwange Park
• Watch wildlife from the camp's deck
• Join a canopy zip-line tour

Activity Level

Easy Active

Experience a taste of the two most popular attractions in all of Zimbabwe on this short 6-day tour to Victoria Falls and Hwange National Park. Stay in the hotel closest to the Falls and take in its spectacular sight! Go on safari in Hwange National Park. Stay in a tented safari camp and go on game drives on this classic Zimbabwe safari tour.

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from $7,992

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Highlights of Kenya by Land

11 Day Itinerary

• Search for elephants
• Search for Elephants
• Visit Masai Mara
• Learn about Masai

Starts / Ends

Nairobi / Nairobi

Activity Level

Easy Active

Spend 11 exciting days exploring Kenya's wildlife parks on this driving safari tour. You will cover the Amboseli National Park, Samburu National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park and the famed Masai Mara. This wildlife-centered itinerary will leave a lasting impression of Kenya's wild beauty, including chances to spot majestic elephants.

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from $7,582

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Best of Botswana

9 Day Itinerary

• See wildlife gather at Chobe river
• Experience the Okavango Delta
• Enjoy wildlife in Moremi Reserve
• Safari though Chobe National Park

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Chobe National Park / Maun

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience the most authentic safari in Botswana. From a wide network of camps to expert guides, comfortable accommodation, and special Chobe activities, Okavango Wilderness Safaris offers an authentic experience at this outstanding destination.

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from $4,383

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South Africa Big Five Safari

Kruger & KwaZulu-Natal - 9 Day Itinerary

• Take a walk through the bush
• Enjoy game drives to spot the big 5
• Explore the Dolphin Coast
• Search for wildlife as you travel

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Johannesburg / Johannesburg

Activity Level

Relaxed

After arriving in Johannesburg, spend 9 days traveling through KwaZulu Natal and Kruger National Park on this authentic safari in search of the Big 5 wildlife. You'll also enjoy a trip to Dolphin Coast where optional boat excursions offer close encounters with bottle-nose dolphins! End your tour with a stay at Rhino Post Safari Lodge in Kruger National Park.

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from $13,766

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Luxury Fly-in Okavango Delta Safari

8 Day Itinerary

• Explore the Gomoti River system
• Encounter wildlife in Khwai
• Stay in the heart of the Okavango
• Save time & fly into safari lodges

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 8-day luxury Okavango Delta safari visits the highlights of the Gomoti River system, the eastern tongue of the delta in the Kwahi area, and the private concession of Moremi Wildlife Reserve, where you will see elephants, lions, buffalo, and giraffes all the while staying in luxury accommodations such as Machaba Camp.

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from $7,995

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Luxury Rwanda Gorilla Extension

4 Day Itinerary

• Track gorilla families
• Tour the highlights of Kigali
• Safari through Rwanda's landscape

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this 4-day Rwanda tour, you'll encounter gorillas, golden monkeys, and other wildlife while exploring the light forest of the Virunga Volcanoes from your home at Virunga Lodge. Visit the grave of primatologist Dian Fossey, and Lake Kivu as you explore the Rwandan capital of Kigali on this unique African wildlife safari in Rwanda.

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from $5,676

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Lower Zambezi National Park

5 Day Itinerary

• Spot hippo along the Zambezi River
• Go on day or night game drives
• Enjoy walking safaris with a guide

Activity Level

Easy Active

Explore Lower Zambezi National Park on a 5-day safari tour with a stay at Sausage Tree Camp. Stay in a luxury bush camp as you observe wildlife in the park and enjoy boating excursions along the Zambezi River. Game drives and walking safaris allow for ample opportunity to get a true Zambia safari experience.

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from $3,250

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Islands of Cape Verde Archipelago

Roundtrip Palmeira, Sal - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Harmony V

• Taste grogue in Santo Antao
• Visit the port of Mindelo
• Visit Santiago’s historic fort
• Discover Boa Vista's beaches

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Palmeira / Palmeira

Activities

Village Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on this 8-day cruise from Palmeira aboard Harmony V. Explore Cape Verde's diverse landscapes and rich blend of African-Portuguese heritage.

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from $2,790

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Cruise in Seychelles

Roundtrip Mahe - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Pegasos

• Explore the island of Curieuse
• Swim at Anse de Source d' Argent
• Snorkel in the waters of St. Pierre
• Visit the community of La Digue

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Mahe / Mahe

Activities

Snorkeling

Activity Level

Variable

Join an 8-day cruise on the Pegasos to explore the beautiful Seychelles, featuring remote islands and stunning beaches. Enjoy activities like snorkeling, hiking, and wildlife viewing, culminating in a guided walk on Moyenne Island before returning to Mahe.

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from $1,682

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Luxury Chobe National Park

3 Day Itinerary

• Watch wildlife at the Chobe River
• Safari though Chobe National Park
• Cruise the Chobe River

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore Chobe National Park on this 3-day Botswana extension. Take game drives through the park and cruise the Chobe River in search of a big game. Situated on a hill, the lodge offers panoramic views of the flood plain and river below.

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from $1,823

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Castles of Matobo Hills

4 Day Itinerary

• Hike through the boulders of Matobo
• Stay at the quirky Camp Amalinda
• Track white rhino and spot game

Activity Level

Moderate

Go on safari in Zimbabwe and add this 4-day Castles of Matobo Hills extension to your trip to the Matobo National Park. Wander the rocky landscape of this unique area, track black or white rhino, spot game on safari, and learn about the history and inhabitants of this unique region in Zimbabwe.

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from $15,345

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Wildlife and the Falls

Roundtrip Johannesburg - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen

• Cruise along Botswana’s Chobe River
• Spot wildlife in Chobe Park
• Witness majestic Victoria Falls
• Explore historic Soweto sites

Starts / Ends

Johannesburg / Johannesburg

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 13-day river cruise with stays in Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, and Kruger Park aboard the Zambezi Queen. Enjoy wildlife adventures in Chobe National Park and thrilling game drives in Greater Kruger while ticking the “Big Five” off your bucket list.

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