Best Way to Book Africa Safari Holidays
With lots of things to consider while planning an African safari, this is a bucket list experience for most travelers and requires a ton of preparation and money. The problem starts once you start searching online for safari trips in Africa, it quickly gets overwhelming.
This safari booking guide tells you the easiest and most reliable way to book the best safari tours to Africa without worrying about getting scammed. Read our expert booking tips, coming from someone who’s already been there.
Depending on your travel wishes, our luxury African safaris start in Kenya and often ventures further to the surrounding countries to ensure an endless safari circuit full of adventure. Trek through the rainforests searching for mountain gorillas. Snorkel the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Meet communities and cultures who will show you a different way of life. Whatever you choose to experience on your holidays to Africa, prepare yourself to witness its abundant nature.
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Only 6 Steps to Plan and Book Your Safari Trip
1. Browse Our Sample Luxury Itineraries
Every Vulture African Safaris journey is unique, custom-created to deliver the ultimate luxury holiday. It could be you have a wish list of destinations or wildlife expectations, a specific interest or activity to include, or maybe you’re open to new ideas. After browsing our extensive selection of inspiring itineraries on our website, call our dedicated line to discuss your dream journey with a Vulture Safaris travel expert, or submit an enquiry form online.
2. Match With Our Travel Expert
We believe the best travel experiences begin with a conversation. Within minutes of receiving your trip enquiry, we’ll match you with our safari specialist—a dedicated expert chosen to match your travel brief. Before we design your custom-made itinerary, we’ll take the time to get to know you and your travel goals. Our safari team is dedicated to crafting journeys that reflect our values. Every trip you take with us contributes to the protection of the extraordinary destinations you visit, ensuring your adventure is both unforgettable and responsible.
3. Allow Us Inspire You
Your dedicated Vulture safaris travel expert will craft a dream holiday that meets your wildest expectations. The majority of our trips include international travel, all transfers and ground arrangements, with most safari stays all-inclusive. You’ll receive your itinerary as an interactive, digital portal with lots of information, showcasing the exciting destinations and luxury properties we’ve selected for you. You’ll also find a day-by-day plan, routings and accurate quotes in your chosen currency. Often, there will be more than one trip idea offering different experiences, based on the best use of your time and budget.
4. Re-Checking The Day-By-Day Details
We’ll take our time perfecting your itinerary. Our team is detached, not driven by commission and will only design trips that match your travel wishlist perfectly. Your itinerary suggestions will also offer upgraded accommodation options for each portion of the trip for you to consider. Naturally, we will ensure any available discounts and complimentary experiences are incorporated. Once you’ve had time to review our proposals, we’ll discuss it a little more, refining your plans until we’re satisfied that you’re 100% satisfied with your custom-made tour.
5. Make A Safari Deposit
To finalise reservations on your behalf, we’ll send you a booking form for completion and ask you to pay a deposit (usually 20%) of the trip. Any changes or cancellation requests will be subject to our standard T&Cs. In the unlikely event that we have to change something on your itinerary, we will work to secure alternative arrangements (in consultation with you).
6. The Last Step Of Booking, Finishing Touches
Once your trip is booked, your travel expert will provide detailed, current advice on entry requirements (visas, vaccinations, etc.). We’ll stay in touch leading up to your trip, offering guidance through everything from ‘Destination Guides,’ and ‘Packing for Safari,’ to destination updates. Before you depart, we’ll conduct a pre-departure checklist, and while you travel, we’re here for you 24/7 through our emergency phone line.
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Here’s Where to Book Your Next African Trip
Africa offers unique safaris for each and every traveller. African safari tours and holidays range from affordable, luxury journeys, to bucket-list vacations and lots of special interest holidays. Find the place you’ll spend your thrilling African Big 5 safaris, romantic honeymoon trips or family vacation. Listed below are the top 5 premier safari destinations in Africa:
1. Kenya
Kenya – Regardless of whether this is your first time on safari or you’re a safari old-timer, Kenya is a fantastic place to go looking for wildlife. The Masai Mara National Reserve and surrounding conservancies get all the attention for big cat sightings and the annual wildebeest migration. But Kenya has numerous world-class parks to explore, and it’s also an excellent place to relax on a beach holiday once your safari is over.
2. Tanzania
Tanzania – Tanzania, with its three safari circuits, is one of Africa’s top wildlife destinations. The popular Northern circuit incorporates bucket-list landmarks such as Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Mt Kilimanjaro. Repeat visitors might prefer the remote wilderness vibe of the Southern or Western circuits. For some beach time, the ‘Spice Island’ of Zanzibar is only a short flight away.
3. Uganda
Uganda – Uganda offers a great opportunity to view a combination of forest and savannah wildlife. Top attractions include gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable or Mgahinga Gorilla National Parks, and chimp trekking in Kibale National Park and other forest locations. Queen Elizabeth and Murchison Falls National Parks offer wonderful savannah safaris with good wildlife viewing, with four of the Big Five present (no rhino). They can be combined with Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch to track rhinos. The more remote Kidepo Valley National Park now hosts all the Big Five, rhino included.
4. Botswana
Botswana – Botswana is a leader in low-density, low-impact tourism, with a special emphasis on exclusive, high-end safaris. Wilderness areas abound, especially in and around the Okavango Delta, which can be discovered on an unforgettable game drive or mokoro trip. Elsewhere, Chobe National Park, Moremi Game Reserve and the Central Kalahari Game Reserve are world-class safari destinations, combining stunning landscapes with exceptional wildlife. Botswana is also excellent for self-drive safaris.
5. South Africa
South Africa – South Africa is one of Africa’s great wildlife destinations. Vast Kruger National Park has an abundance of animals and is one of the continent’s iconic attractions. For outdoor adventure, the Blyde River Canyon is the third-largest canyon on the planet, and the jagged peaks of the Drakensberg Mountains punch into the sky. Cape Town hums with an urban beat and is fringed by white sandy beaches.
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Best Kenya Safari & Beach Tours
Browse our favorite Kenyan beach holiday packages or simply get in touch with one of our Africa safari experts to help custom-make a Kenyan beach holiday that matches your travel wishes. You can enjoy safaris in Kenya national parks on the mainland, then follow it up with a relaxed beach holiday at Malindi or Diani. Get to know the coastal Kenya, and what’s possible on your trip to these Indian Ocean beaches, discover some of the best-loved experiences and safari routes that we’ve found working particularly well with our travelers.
