The Best Luxury Safari Experiences. 

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What is a luxury safari?

For many, heading on a safari will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and for the lucky few, a luxury safari elevates it even further. While observing the planet’s incredible wildlife is an unforgettable experience in itself, mainstream safari tourism can sometimes come with disruptions. You will find that tourist crowds tend to flock to the same locations, sometimes overwhelming the animals and at times making the overall experience feel a little inauthentic. 

This is where a luxury, or bespoke, safari makes all the difference. Offering off-the-beaten-path experiences in remote wilderness areas, these exclusive journeys take you far from the crowds and into pristine landscapes where wildlife roams undisturbed. You’ll stay in luxury safari lodges nestled in some of the best wildlife-viewing locations in the world, with state-of-the-art facilities and seamless service. Each day, come face-to-face with Mother Nature on your terms, travelling by foot, Jeep, boat, or even helicopter!

The best luxury safari vacations maintain a level of responsibility, combining your wildlife tour with cultural insight of native communities and tantalizing your tastebuds with locally-sourced cuisine. These incredible eco-luxury adventures spotlight luxury safari lodges built from sustainable materials, which blend into the world's best wildlife reserves and remain undisruptive to local communities.

Our luxury safari vacations offer the best of both worlds: unparalleled comfort and exclusivity, combined with a commitment to protecting Africa’s breathtaking wilderness.

 

Our Top 8 Best Destinations for a Luxury Safari:

1. Kenya

2. Botswana

3. Uganda 

4. South Africa

5. Madagascar

6. Zimbabwe

7. Tanzania

8. India 

Close encounters with our world's beautiful wildlife are part of a luxury safari vacation.

1. Kenya 

Masai Mara, Laikipia, Samburu Reserve, Amboseli, Chyulu Hills  

Kenya is one of the prime destinations for a luxury African safari, home to several of the most beautiful national parks in the continent and a mind-blowing world of wildlife. Following a flight to the populous capital of Nairobi, your East African adventure begins, transporting you around a multitude of contrasting landscapes and opening your eyes to phenomena like the Great Wildebeest Migration, observable between August and October.

The Masai Mara, the most famous safari destination in Kenya (and arguably Africa), invites you to behold not only millions of wildebeest and zebra, but is the perfect spot for an African Big Five Safari. You will also see giraffe, spotted hyena, and cheetah, sometimes from the comfort of your five-star safari camp or during a soothing sunset sundowner in the company of your private guide. Other exceptional destinations like Amboseli National Park spotlight the great heights of Kenyan natural beauty, allowing you to observe wildlife with the stunning backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. Spot over 600 bird species and stay in the world-famous Ol Donyo Lodge and set off on horseback safaris and fly camping expeditions.

Further wonders lie in Samburu National Reserve, a wildlife wonderland which epitomizes the untamed African wilderness and is renowned for the "Samburu Big 5" which includes rare animals like the Somali ostrich. Home to the indigenous Samburu people, the region's unique culture transforms your luxury Kenya safari into something vibrant and colourful. Allow yourself to be curious, responsibly taking part in cultural exchange with the guidance of local experts.

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2. Botswana

The Okavango Delta, The Great Salt Pans, Kwando-Linyanti Region

If you are looking for an exclusive luxury safari experience, Botswana might just be the perfect place. With abundant wildlife, pristine landscapes homing immersive lodges and camps, and organizations which focus on low-impact, high-end tourism, we are proud to represent Botswana as a safari haven. Located in Southern Africa, many perceive Botswana as barren with desert, but fail to recognize the rich biodiversity of even its most arid regions.

In the vast grasslands of the Kalahari Desert, an incredible luxury wildlife tour familiarizes you with unique wildlife like the playful meerkat, the rare Black-maned lion, the cheetah, and the tent tortoise. Witnessing these desert-adapted species makes for a luxury safari experience like no other in Africa. Meanwhile, you can seek the quintessential African safari tour in the Kwando-Linyanti Region, staying in the mesmerizing yet laid-back luxury tents of Lebala Camp and observing glittering flood plains from its private decking. 

Perhaps the most famous safari destination in Botswana is the Okavango Delta, one of the world's largest inland river deltas, with over 150,000 islands. During its dry season, the Okavango transforms into a playground for over 160,000 mammals, including buffalo, cheetah, rhino, and elephant, while fierce and inspiring conservation efforts protect the ongoing boom of this natural splendor.

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3. Uganda

Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kibale Forest, Kyambura Gorge, Bwindi NP

Uganda is no doubt one of the most unique luxury safari destinations on Earth, embodying Africa's wild heart at its most open and instinctive. Along with its much smaller neighbor, Rwanda, Uganda, this East African gem is renowned as being the home of the rare and endangered mountain gorilla and a haven for other primates. Bwindi National Park is a hotspot for the luxury primate safari, inviting you on gorilla trekking journeys accompanied by those who know the region best, while the opulent Bwindi Lodge waits to swathe you in luxury ahead of a luscious, forest panorama.

Queen Elizabeth National Park is the most famous wildlife reserve in Uganda and an essential stop along your luxury safari tour. Here awaits the classic savanna safari via Jeep, revealing the African big five along with warthog, hyena, and the rare tree-climbing lions of Ishasha - you will feel closer to Mother Nature than ever before. And, as the orange sun melts behind the horizon, a voyage along the Kazinga Channel pulls you close to the curious wildlife along its banks and the crocodiles and hippos which bask in its waters.

The forested beauty of Uganda only continues, stretching into spectacular landscapes like the Kibale Forest, Mabira Forest, and beyond, becoming a thick cloak for the country's colorful wildlife. Watch as sweeping green bursts with vibrant birdlife, from the blue-headed bee eater to the rare shoebill which lurks on swamp banks. Relax on your private balcony or partake in Uganda's most inspiring conservation initiatives, like the Kyambura Lion Monitoring Project, seeing luxury burgeon into something truly life-changing.

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4. South Africa

Kruger National Park, Sabi Sands, KawZulu-Natal

One of the world's most luxurious and diverse safari destinations, South Africa blends your incredible wildlife journey with a mixture of vibrant modern culture, wine tours, intriguing heritage and more. For couples or families who enjoy the finer things in life, there is no better destination. An array of five-star lodges with pride-inducing ethical principles and sustainability efforts await your arrival, like the family-run Leopard Mountain Safari Lodge, which overlooks the indigenous forests of Manyoni Private Game Reserve.

Kruger National Park represents the best of the South African wilderness, offering adventures for those on a budget and keeping space for the more intimate, luxury adventure, too. To dial up the opulence, you can stay in one of Kruger's private luxury villas and indulging in fine dining after each escapade in the open African bush. See rhino, elephant, leopard, lion, wild dog and much more, and embark on exclusive adventures on foot and by Jeep during all times of the day.

Head to one of South Africa's more unique safari destinations, KwaZulu-Natal, to experience the country's magnificent coastal beauty alongside its soul-enchanting wildlife populations. Along the winding roads of Hluhluwe Game Reserve, uncover South Africa's majestic big cats like the lion and leopard, finding that early morning game drives are made soothing by the songs of over 340 bird species. Complete your trip to the southeastern parts of the country with a journey along the Elephant Coast, experiencing the best whale watching in the continent!

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5. Madagascar

Isalo National Park, Andasibe-Mantadia NP, Anjajavy Forest

With movies to prove it, Madagascar is a fantastic luxury safari destination for all ages, bringing an entrancing tropical ambience to your trip. Madagascar is the fourth largest island in the world, located off the coast of East Africa, draped with luscious rainforests which stretch to the fringe of its gold-sanded beaches. Over 80% of the wildlife found on the island is found nowhere else on the planet - so enjoy it while it lasts!

During your luxury Madagascar safari, you are certain to come face to face with the country's icon: the lemur. There are over 100 species of lemur which play among the treetops, like the famous Ring-tailed lemur, the fluffy Indri lemur, the tiny Brown mouse lemur, and more. Visit the bewildering forests of Anjajavy on the northwest coast and explore the beautiful reserve, discovering rare fauna like the Baobab tree and uncovering the hidden secrets of frogs and chameleons. Return to the relaxed bliss of Anjajavy Lodge, and discover unique, eco-friendly safari experiences like a tour of the Giant tortoise nursery of Antafiamoara.

There is no other luxury safari in Africa like Madagascar, and while it might be out of the ordinary, you are assured with once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Andasibe-Mantadia National Park is a natural wonderland separated into two protected reserves, a proud reflection of some of East Africa's incredible conservation efforts. With large populations of lemurs and some of the island's most peculiar amphibian and reptile species, this is a must-visit on your luxury tour, offering magical forest hikes and thrilling nocturnal walks which reveal a hidden side of Madagascar. 

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6. Zimbabwe

Hwange National Park, Victoria Falls, Mana Pools NP, Kalahari Desert

This landlocked country brings so much to the table, crowning your luxury safari tour with some of the world's most biodiverse landscapes and one of the world's biggest waterfalls. Beginning with the undeniable magic of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe captures the untamed charm of the Southern African wilderness, captivating travelers with enchanting sights, exhilarating activities, and fantastic wildlife spotting opportunities. In the national park which surrounds the Zimbabwean side of the falls, embark on one of Africa's most unique safaris, unravelling the mysteries of its luscious rainforest before plunging into adventure tours like ziplining.

Hwange National Park is the most famous national park, known for homing one of the largest herds of elephants in the continent - you are pretty much guaranteed a sighting. With around 14,600 squared kilometers of open savannas, seasonal wetland, and mopane woodlands, you have the chance to journey beside big cats, African wild dog, antelope, zebra, and more. For a more exclusive journey, the park's private concessions take you away from tourist crowds, cradling you in the alluring yet understated luxury of Somalisa Camp. 

Zimbabwe's pure and diverse wilderness is represented by another captivating national park, Mana Pools, encompassing the glittering flood plains of Lower Zambezi, surrounded by beautiful acacia woodland. During the country's dry season (May to October), wildlife fills the park's empty spaces, gathering by waterholes and along the Zambezi River. As you set off on foot, Jeep or canoe, spot big cats, elephant, buffalo, over 300 bird species, hippo, and even crocodile - the rhythms of the wilds have never felt more palpable.

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7. Tanzania

Ruaha National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire NP, Serengeti NP

Your gateway to the phenomena of the African wilderness, Tanzania gathers all that people love about the safari into one magnificent trip, offering the chance to combine your safari with a magical coastal escape. Bringing yet another opportunity to witness the Great Migration, a visit to Tanzania's Serengeti National Park is a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle to crown the bucket list of any wildlife enthusiast. See the dramatic river crossings of the wildebeest and zebra on their journey, while crocodiles and big cats lurk in the shadows.

Zimbabwe's wildlife wonderlands stretch far beyond the Serengeti, bringing awe-inspiring landscapes like the Ngorongoro Crater to life. From the refined luxury of Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, perched on the edge of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, the 610 meter-deep volcanic caldera is at your fingertips to explore on captivating game drives. Observe the hypnotizing movements of Tanzania's wildlife, as one of Africa's densest predator populations interweave with black rhinos and elephants, and hundreds of flamingoes create a blanket of pink over the alkaline Lake Magadi.

Off-the-beaten-track safari experiences are plentiful in Tanzania, found in beautiful national parks like Ruaha and Nyerere, where intimate wildlife encounters reveal the country's more elusive species. Incredible eco-lodges like Lake Manze Camp and Mdonya Old River Camp provide a friendly guiding hand on your luxury safari tour, weaving local culture into your adventure and opening a window to Tanzania's wild heart. Transform your safari vacation with a trip to Zanzibar or Mafia Island, two Tanzanian archipelagoes made iconic by their white-sanded beaches. Delve into the rich biodiversity of the East African coast on magnificent snorkeling tours, enriching your wildlife adventure with a journey into the blue, and staying in some of the best luxury beach resorts in the world.

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8. India

Rathambore National Park, Bandhavgarh NP, Pench NP, Kanha NP

Let's take a step away from the diversely beautiful continent of Africa and uncover a completely new facade of the luxury safari. India's fascinating culture, history, and architecture alone make it an enigma, while its expansive natural beauty bewildering even the most well-travelled among us. Each region of India beholds something unique, championing its mind-blowing biodiversity and offering something for everyone, no matter how adventurous you feel.

To enrich your safari experience, India's best luxury lodges and camps welcome you warmly into the heart of its most stunning landscapes. One of the best of these, Jamtara Wilderness Camp, epitomizes immersive luxury with its Star Bed experience, sleeping you in the midst of the Pench forests, where nature's lullaby is your only company. In the daytime, the Central Indian jungle beckons with the call of wild deer who dodge the pathways of the Bengal tiger, leopard, and wild dog. To seek the highest population of tigers in India, visit Bandhavgarh National Park, also a hotspot for birdwatching safaris, and to see the iconic Jungle Book story come to life, visit Kanha Tiger Reserve.

While Central India may be the most popular spot for safari tours, with plenty of space for exclusive luxury experiences tucked away in the forests, one should not cast aside the rest of the country. North India is also abundant with wildlife, homing the legendary ancient forks and glittering lakes of Ranthambore National Park, where a large population of tigers make the culture-infused landscapes of Rajasthan their home. Meanwhile, if you're craving something unique, Gir National Park is the only place to see Asiatic lions in the world, nestled into the deciduous forests of Western India.

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