Best time to visit:
May to September. South Africa is a year-round destination.

Key areas:
Game reserves in the Greater Kruger region (Sabi Sand Game Reserve, Timbavati Game Reserve, Thornybush Game Reserve), Madikwe National Park, Tswalu Game Reserve, Cape Town, Winelands region, Garden Route.

Highlights:
Track stealthy leopards and an abundance of other wildlife on safari in the diverse landscape of Sabi Sands, walk alongside waddling penguins at Boulders Beach boardwalk near Cape Town, sip a rich Cabernet Sauvignon in the rolling hills of the Stellenbosch wine region or explore South Africa’s unique Kalahari desert at Tswalu private game reserve with incredible wildlife such as black-maned lions, meerkats, desert black rhinos and the elusive pangolins. Then finish up in the vibrant, buzzing capital of Cape Town beneath the imposing bulk and beauty of Table Mountain.

Best time to visit:
May to October

Key areas:
Okavango Delta, Chobe River, Makgadikgadi Salt Pan, Kalahari Desert

Highlights:
With a low impact tourism policy and some of the greatest wealth on the continent, Botswana offers the discerning traveller a unique opportunity to experience an African safari in style amongst a selection of high-end lodges. Here you’ll also discover Africa’s largest elephant population and the incomparable Okavango Delta, best explored from a traditional ‘mokoro’ or dugout canoe.

Best time to visit:
April to October

Key areas:
Sossusvlei, Skeleton Coast, Kunene River, Etosha National Park

Highlights:
Namibia is a country defined by its landscape, where the red sands of the world’s oldest desert roll out in enormous undulating dunes until they meet the crashing waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Dry lakebeds, soaring red sand dunes, skeleton forests and desolate stretches of Namibian coast make this country both beautiful and forbidding.

Best time to visit:
April to October

Key areas:
Bazaruto Archipelago

Highlights:
Mozambique, an enigmatic African nation, offers boundless rewards for the intrepid traveller. With slow development, the country has preserved its colonial architecture, pristine wilderness, and 2,500 kilometres of unspoilt coastline. Enjoy secluded beaches, thrilling watersports, and world-class diving in crystal-clear waters. Mozambique remains a hidden gem for those seeking both adventure and tranquillity.

Best time to visit:
May to October

Key areas:
Victoria Falls, Mana Pools National Park, Hwange National Park

Highlights:
Zimbabwe is the adrenaline capital of Africa, yet also a land of stunning natural beauty, where you can immerse yourself in breathtaking landscapes. Cruise along the Zambezi, surrounded by lush wilderness and the incredible sights of wildlife in their natural habitat. Experience the awe-inspiring power of Victoria Falls, one of the world’s most spectacular natural wonders. Whether you’re exploring the tranquil river or taking in the grandeur of the falls, Zimbabwe offers a captivating blend of adventure and natural splendour.

Best time to visit:
June to October

Key areas:
Victoria Falls, South Luangwa National Park, Lower Zambezi National Park

Highlights:
Zambia is an incredible travel destination with everything you could want – three great rivers, the thundering waters of Victoria Falls, excellent animal sightings including the notoriously hard-to-spot leopard, fantastic local guides and hardly any tourists to get in your way.

Best time to visit:
July to October and December to February

Key areas:
Maasai Mara National Reserve, Amboseli National Park, Laikipia Plateau, Samburu National Reserve

Highlights:
Kenya has been drawing travellers for almost 100 years as Africa’s primary safari destination to travel to and for good reason. It is home to more than 25,000 species of animals and offers some of the best vantage points to spot them. From giraffes roaming the plains of the Masai Mara to thousands of pink flamingos perched on Lake Nakuru, you will not be disappointed.

Best time to visit:
July to November and January to March

Key areas:
Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire National Park, Zanzibar

Highlights:
Stretching from the blue waters of the Indian Ocean to the shores of the vast Lake Tanganyika, Tanzania is the largest country in East Africa and has the best of Africa condensed within its borders. When travelling in Tanzania you’ll find the world’s most famous safari setting, the Serengeti, Africa’s highest peak, Mt Kilimanjaro, and the ancient wonder of the Ngorongoro Crater.

Best time to visit:
June to October and December to February

Key areas:
Volcanoes National Park, Nyungwe National Park

Highlights:
Rwanda has become a beacon of hope, moving towards political stability, racial harmony, economic growth and environmental conservation. It is the people of Rwanda who have worked to heal their nation, and they are justifiably proud of their achievements. With green mountainous landscapes, volcanic national parks, friendly locals with a moving history, Rwanda is a place to enrich your mind and your soul.

Best time to visit:
June to September and December to February

Key areas:
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kibale Forest National Park

Highlights:
Once you’ve trekked through the dense Ugandan jungle of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to see one of the world’s few remaining mountain gorillas up close, you’ll never be the same. Around 1,000 mountain gorillas remain in the wild and just over half of these live in Uganda. Seeing them is an experience like no other.

Best time to visit:
April to October and March to November

Key areas:
Andasibe National Park, Ambalavao, Ifaty

Highlights:
For its unique and vulnerable ecosystem, Madagascar is known as the Galapagos of Africa and most of the plants, animals, birds and reptiles you’ll see here are like nothing you’ve ever seen before. This African island is a beautiful, colourful, crazy world all its own.

Best time to visit:
April to May and July to November

Key areas:
Mahe Island, Praslin, La Digue

Highlights:
Most of the Seychelles 115 islands are uninhabited and the rest are dotted with ultra-luxe, ultra-private resorts that are literally fit for royalty. Swim, snorkel, dive, fish, sail or just settle into a sun lounge on pristine white sand and do nothing at all.

Best time to visit:
April to May and September to December

Key areas:
Le Morne, Black River Gorges National Park, Ile Aux Cerfs

Highlights:
Be blown away by the beauty of Mauritius. Mauritius is full of dramatic volcanic peaks covered in emerald green forests, rising from golden sand beaches and tranquil lagoons. You’ll find lush green areas, perfect for hiking, and white sand beaches fringed by coral reefs perfect for relaxing.

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