The word 'Africa' immediately sparks our imagination, an exotic continent full of dramatic landscapes, countless cultures, and all the wildlife that has populated our dreams since childhood. The continent offers endless opportunities for adventure, whether it be overland trips through the Okavango Delta, classic big five safaris in some of the world's most famous reserves and parks, or just lounging in the sun on some of the world's most beautiful and exclusive beaches. Africa has it all.
KENYA AND TANZANIA
Herds of elephants grazing under the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro, lions stalking the long grass of the savannahs, these countries are truly the classic safari destinations. The coast offers white sand beaches and islands surrounded by azure waters and teaming with life, from a dazzling array of tropical fish to the gentle giant of the sea, the whale shark. Safari, summiting Kilimanjaro, diving, snorkeling, or just immersing yourself in the local Swahili culture, adventure awaits all who choose to visit these destinations.
A land of contrasts, the country is home to both the red sands of the Kalahari Desert and flooded savannas of the Okavango Delta. The highest concentration of elephants on the continent as well as the largest zebra migration in Africa, famous black maned lions, and over five hundred species of birds. Botswana offers unrivaled opportunities to see wildlife in huge tracts of wilderness, often with not a person in sight. Walking safaris, poling through the channels on traditional canoes, viewing by boat, or the classic game drive in outfitted 4x4s, are all possible here. In addition, this land of contrasts hosts some of the most exclusive lodges on the planet, as well as some of the best opportunities for mobile safaris and overland trips throughout true wilderness. Memories made on safari here will last a lifetime.
BOTSWANA
NAMIBIA
A desert paradise, this country is the perfect destination for overland exploration in the second least densely populated country on earth. Standing witness to the towering red dunes of Sossusvlei, gazing down into Africa's largest canyon at Fish River Canyon, or venturing alone uninhabited beaches at the Skeleton Coast where desert meets the waters of the Atlantic, and opportunities to interact with indigenous tribes such as the Himba and San. The largest free roaming populations of cheetah and black rhino left in Africa roam here as well as one of the continents premiere national parks, Etosha. Trips here will often combine overland trekking in 4x4s with stays at awe inspiring remote lodges. Truly a unique experience.
Africa's southernmost country is home to amazing landscapes, twenty-one national parks, and wildlife ranging from penguins to the highest population of rhinos left on the continent, to the classic safari big five. The greater Kruger area is the country's flagship safari destination and the epicenter for some of the continent's most famous reeves and lodges. Highlights include the Garden Route, and epic 3,000 km scenic jaunt that winds its way through stunning coastal and mountain scenery, one of the world's most beautiful cities, Cape Town, and the desert landscapes of the Kgalagadi Frontier Park. One could easily spend a month in South Africa and barely scratch the surface of the bounty of activities and sights in this gorgeous country.
