safari experts, since 1991
Trust us to find you the rarest animals, the most spectacular wildlife events, the remotest landscapes and deeply meaningful cultural encounters!
Southern Africa offers premier safari destinations and unique wildlife experiences, including the Big 5 (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino), whales, dolphins and biodiversity levels unmatched anywhere else in the world.
Top Southern African destinations
Kruger National Park: home to the Big Five and exclusive 'Greater Kruger' lodges
Victoria Falls: 'The Smoke That Thunders' - Africa's adventure capital - where the mighty Zambezi River tumbles into the single largest continuous falling curtain of water in the world
Cape Town: one of the most beautiful cities in the world - a vibey cosmopolitan city with superb restaurants, pristine beaches, sophisticated infrastructure and a mild, Mediterranean climate
Okavango Delta: an enormous watery oasis and safari paradise with exclusive lodges and epic wildlife encounters
Chobe: with the wide Chobe River, elephant-hunting lions, zebra migrations and much more
South Luangwa: the birthplace of walking safaris, with one of Africa's highest leopard densities
Sossusvlei: the enormous red dunes are amongst the most photographed in the world
Lake Malawi: for that post-safari relaxation on a white-sand beach with clear, fresh water that hosts spectacular underwater scenery decorated by electric flashes of vibrant fish
Coastal paradise: Mozambique's pristine beaches offer exclusive beach holidays on remote islands for those wanting a safari and beach holiday
Our best safaris in Southern Africa
These are some of our top-rated safaris to South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, Namibia and Mozambique. Many use these as inspiration when curating and tailor-making their Southern African safari with one of our safari experts.
Exclusive Southern African safaris
Africa Geographic specialises in African tours and safaris for your luxury safari holiday. Elevate your Southern African holiday experience with exclusive accommodations, private guides, and bespoke itineraries.
Private safari tours: Enjoy personalised attention with dedicated guides, private vehicles, and custom itineraries tailored to your interests and pace.
Luxury lodge experiences: Stay in safari camps and lodges featuring world-class amenities, gourmet dining, and exceptional service in stunning locations.
Fly-in safari adventures: Maximise your time with chartered flights between destinations, offering aerial views and seamless transfers to remote locations.
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"AG arranged the perfect trip to Botswana for my family. The consultant really listened to our brief and arranged an awesome itinerary within our budget. We had a good variety of accommodation, activities and locations. All transports were on time - we did not have a single hiccup or moment of stress. Organising the trip was also easy with good communication and support. I have travelled a lot and this would be one of my greatest travel experiences. Thanks Africa Geographic for organising it!"
"AG recently arranged a trip for my two adult kids and me to the Kafue NP and Busanga Plains. We stayed in the Musekese and Ntemwa Busanga Camps, owned and run by Classic Zambia. Our trip was a delight in all aspects. The local charter flights were very good, and ground arrangements flawless. Both camps are beautifully sited, comfortable and very well run. All staff are so friendly and our two guides, JohnD and Lecson, were excellent. A bonus was the quality of the food. Liuwa Plains, next objective!"
"We had another amazing experience with Africa Geographic. Christian Boix was extremely helpful in planning our trip to northern Kruger in South Africa. He also helped us to plan a second part of our trip to Mozambique, but when political difficulties in the country seemed likely to interfere with our plans, he and the whole team were extremely proactive in encouraging us to change plans and were able to construct a wonderful itinerary for us at the very last minute to Zanzibar."
Frequently Asked Questions
Our Southern African safari holidays typically include accommodation, all meals, game drives and other described activities, park fees, experienced guides, airport transfers and 24/7 support from our team. Specific inclusions vary by package - contact us for detailed itineraries.
Southern Africa offers excellent safari experiences year-round because of the vast area and different seasonal weather. The dry winter season (May to mid-November) provides the best wildlife viewing safaris, whereas the wet summer season (mid-November to April) offers excellent bird-watching, beach weather and seasonal events such as wildebeest and bat migrations in Zambia.
Southern Africa is home to the Big 5 (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino), plus cheetahs, wild dogs, giraffes, wildebeest, and over 1,000 bird species across diverse ecosystems. You will also find rare and seldom-seen species such pangolins, aardvarks and servals.
Southern African safari costs vary from US$5,000 per person depending on duration, accommodation comfort level, and activities. Our packages offer excellent value with transparent pricing.
We have been handcrafting experiential safaris since 1991. Travel in Africa is about knowing when and where to go, and with whom. A few weeks too early/late or a few kilometres off course, and you could miss the greatest show on Earth. And wouldn’t that be a pity?
Booking through a respected tour operator with many years of experience means that all you need to focus on is helping us design your safari and then having a superb vacation. The rest - all the nitty-gritty detail and admin is done while you relax. Our 24/7 concierges take care of problems such as flight changes and missed flights, last-minute road transfer and lodge changes due to unexpected events and itinerary changes requested by you.
Remember that you will not save money by attempting to book and manage your own safari, but you will inherit mistakes and problems that arise.
You only make your first payment when you book your Southern African safari holiday. Your second (last) payment is about 90 days before you travel.
Yes, your money is safe. Your payments go into a third-party TRUST ACCOUNT - protecting them in the unlikely event of a financial setback on our part. Also, we are members of SATSA who attest to our integrity, legal compliance and financial stability. See what travellers say about us.
By booking your safari with Africa Geographic, you make a significant difference because:
We donate a portion of every safari sold to selected conservation efforts at ground level
Your safari supports our conservation publishing efforts, which educate the world about Africa's incredible biodiversity and the local people who protect it
Our chosen lodges support local community initiatives, ensuring that tourism benefits the nearby villages directly. They also adhere to strict environmental practices, such as limited vehicle numbers and sustainable camp operations, which help protect the ecosystem.
YOUR safari choice does make a difference - thank you!
Ready to experience Southern Africa?
Answer a few simple questions and one of our safari experts will begin handcrafting your safari of a lifetime.
HOW IT WORKS
1. You describe your dream Southern African safari holiday
2. One of our safari experts will tailor-make your package
3. After minor admin, you have the time of your life!
RESOURCES
1. Ready-made Southern African packages to help you describe YOUR dream safari - see below
2. Tons of helpful info about the best experiences & destinations plus safari advice - see the tabs above
LET'S START PLANNING
1. Contact us via an enquiry form - click the red 'Plan my dream safari' button at the top of this website or scroll to the end of this page
2. Speak with a safari expert - click the telephone icon at the top of this website
Safari planning
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Your dream Southern African safari
Tell us about your dream trip - our travel experts will craft a no-obligation itinerary just for you. We have crafted over 5,000 safaris since 1991. Your personal details are protected; we only use this information to contact you.
Why choose us to craft your safari?
Handcrafted experiential safaris since 1991.
Travel in Africa is about knowing when and where to go, and with whom. A few weeks too early/late or a few kilometres off course, and you could miss the greatest show on Earth. And wouldn’t that be a pity?
Trust & Safety
Guest payments go into a third-party TRUST ACCOUNT - protecting them in the unlikely event of a financial setback on our part. Also, we are members of SATSA who attest to our integrity, legal compliance and financial stability.
Make a difference
We donate a portion of the revenue from every safari sold to carefully selected conservation projects that make a significant difference at ground level.
YOUR safari choice does make a difference - thank you!