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The Best Organized Adventure Tours in East Africa

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If you're headed to East Africa and are looking for the best options for adventure tours, then you've come to the right place. We have done an extensive analysis of all available guided tour packages in East Africa based on price, guest ratings, service, amenities, activities, and value. We've done the groundwork for you, meticulously analyzing the holiday packages and organized tours based on these key criteria in order to find the best adventure tours. Whether you're dreaming of a vacation filled with relaxation, adventure, or a perfect blend of both, we've found the ideal journeys to make your holiday to East Africa unforgettable. We have lots of details below on what these multi-day tours and trips are like, where they visit, how much you can expect to pay, and more. So, let's dig in.


The Top 3 Tours:

  • 21 Days, $3295.00

  • 27 Days, $4849.00

  • 45 Days, $3234.18
East Africa
The Best Adventure Tours through East Africa

Including guided tours, organized tours, holiday packages, all-inclusive vacations, and guided itineraries.

All tour prices are listed in US Dollars before taxes, and come from a base price that is reported by TourRadar. Peak season prices can vary significantly, particularly in destinations where seasonal travel fluctuates dramatically. While we do our best to evaluate all tours to maintain accuracy, always confirm the details directly with TourRadar or the tour company before booking. The information provided on this website is sourced directly from TourRadar and may change at any time.

Organized by Acacia Adventure Holidays 21 Days Livingstone to Nairobi 22 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for adventure tours in East Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.6 rating

Age Range: 18 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $118

This tour visits Livingstone, Lusaka, South Luangwa National Park, Lake Malawi, Kande, Mzuzu, Chitimba, Songwe, Iringa, Mikumi National Park, Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Kendwa, Usambara Mountains, Mount Kilimanjaro, Marangu, Moshi, Arusha, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, Namanga, and Nairobi.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Fully Guided

By Acacia Adventure Holidays
Acacia Adventure Holidays offers local overland truck tours through South Africa, Zambia, Tanzania, Kenya, and others. Their expertise is in organizing fantastic overland truck adventures to exciting destinations. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their specialty, so you'll know that you're signing up for a fun experience.



$2,471
on TourRadar

Organized by G Adventures 27 Days Johannesburg to Nairobi 16 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for adventure tours in East Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.9 rating

Age Range: 18 to 39
Maximum Group Size: 22
Price per Day: $180

This tour visits Johannesburg, Khama Rhino Sanctuary, Maun, Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park, Livingstone, Lusaka, Lake Malawi, Iringa, Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Korogwe, Arusha, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, and Nairobi.

  • Overland Truck
  • Fully Guided

By G Adventures
G Adventures is a popular travel company that specializes in small-group adventure tours worldwide. They focus on sustainable tourism, immersive cultural experiences, and off-the-beaten-path destinations.



$4,849
on TourRadar

Organized by Absolute Africa 45 Days Jinja to Victoria Falls 21 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for adventure tours in East Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 18 to 80
Maximum Group Size: 28
Price per Day: $91

This tour visits Jinja, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Kampala, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kigali, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Arusha, Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Morogoro, Iringa, Chitimba, Kande, South Luangwa National Park, Lusaka, Kariba, Masvingo, Bulawayo, Matobo National Park, and Victoria Falls.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • White water rafting
  • Camping
  • Big Five
  • Fully Guided

By Absolute Africa
Absolute Africa offers local overland truck tours through Tanzania, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, and others. They are known for providing overland truck tours to amazing and remote destinations. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers. They specialize in wildlife viewing tours, ensuring you'll have an enjoyable experience.



$3,234
on TourRadar

Organized by Acacia Adventure Holidays 21 Days Livingstone to Nairobi 17 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for adventure tours in East Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.6 rating

Age Range: 18 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $176

This tour visits Livingstone, Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, Lusaka, Chipata, South Luangwa National Park, Lilongwe, Kande, Mzuzu, Chitimba, Iringa, Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Marangu, Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, and Nairobi.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Beach
  • Fully Guided

By Acacia Adventure Holidays
Acacia Adventure Holidays offers local overland truck tours through South Africa, Zambia, Tanzania, Kenya, and others. Their expertise is in organizing fantastic overland truck adventures to exciting destinations. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their specialty, so you'll know that you're signing up for a fun experience.



$3,692
on TourRadar

Organized by Intrepid Travel 49 Days Cape Town to Nairobi 32 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for adventure tours in East Africa.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.3 rating

Age Range: 15 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 22
Price per Day: $183

This tour visits Cape Town, Fish River Canyon National Park, Sesriem, Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Spitzkoppe, Etosha National Park, Grootfontein, Bagani, Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park, Victoria Falls, Bulawayo, Masvingo, Harare, Lusaka, Petauke, South Luangwa National Park, Lake Malawi, Chitimba, Iringa, Mikumi National Park, Dar es Salaam, Stonetown, Zanzibar, Bagamoyo, Arusha, Karatu, Ngorongoro, Serengeti National Park, Mto Wa Mbu, and Nairobi.

  • Overland Truck
  • Safari
  • Fully Guided

By Intrepid Travel
Intrepid specializes in small-group adventure travel with a strong focus on sustainable tourism and authentic experiences. They cater to different travel styles, from budget-friendly backpacking-style tours to premium small-group adventures.



$8,990
on TourRadar

Organized by Intrepid Travel 10 Days Nairobi to Arusha 6 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for adventure tours in East Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.7 rating

Age Range: 18 to 35
Maximum Group Size: 22
Price per Day: $224

This tour visits Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Serengeti National Park, Karatu, Mto Wa Mbu, and Arusha.

  • Overland Truck
  • Fully Guided

By Intrepid Travel
Intrepid specializes in small-group adventure travel with a strong focus on sustainable tourism and authentic experiences. They cater to different travel styles, from budget-friendly backpacking-style tours to premium small-group adventures.



$2,240
on TourRadar

Organized by Absolute Africa 76 Days Kigali to Cape Town 44 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for adventure tours in East Africa.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.5 rating

Age Range: 18 to 80
Maximum Group Size: 28
Price per Day: $59

This tour visits Kigali, Kisoro, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kampala, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Jinja, Nakuru, Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Naivasha, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Nairobi, Arusha, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Marangu, Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Iringa, Chitimba, Kande, South Luangwa National Park, Lusaka, Kariba, Masvingo, Bulawayo, Matobo National Park, Victoria Falls, Kasane, Chobe National Park, Maun, Okavango Delta, Divundu, Grootfontein, Etosha National Park, Kamanjab, Swakopmund, Sesriem, Bethanien, Fish River Canyon National Park, Vioolsdrif, Citrusdal, Stellenbosch, and Cape Town.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Sightseeing
  • Camping
  • Gorilla Trekking
  • Big Five
  • Fully Guided

By Absolute Africa
Absolute Africa offers local overland truck tours through Tanzania, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, and others. They are known for providing overland truck tours to amazing and remote destinations. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers. They specialize in wildlife viewing tours, ensuring you'll have an enjoyable experience.



$4,483
on TourRadar

Organized by Oasis Overland 76 Days Nairobi to Cape Town 45 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for adventure tours in East Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.6 rating

Age Range: 18 to 69
Maximum Group Size: 24
Price per Day: $62

This tour visits Nairobi, Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, Lake Nakuru National Park, Naivasha, Hells Gate National Park, Kampala, Eldoret, Jinja, Jinja, Lake Victoria, Kabale, Mpigi, Lake Bunyonyi, Kigali, Musanze, Mwanza, Kisii, Musoma, Arusha, Ngorongoro, Serengeti National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, Marangu, Zanzibar, Lake Malawi, Mikumi National Park, Lilongwe, Harare, Bulawayo, Gweru, Victoria Falls, Matobo National Park, Maun, Chobe National Park, Okavango Delta, Brandberg Mountain, Etosha National Park, Swakopmund, Spitzkoppe, Cape Cross, Namib-Naukluft Park, Sossusvlei, and Cape Town.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Camping
  • Fully Guided

By Oasis Overland
Oasis Overland is a large company with a focus on overland truck tours through Kenya, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, and Argentina. Overland truck tours are their primary specialty, offering travelers the chance to visit remote destinations. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings. Their expertise is in wildlife viewing tours, so you can count on having a fun time.



$4,698
on TourRadar

Organized by Bio D Island LLC 11 Days Start/End in Antananarivo 6 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for adventure tours in East Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Great for Adventure Travelers

starstarstarstarstar 4.6 rating

Age Range: 3 to 80
Maximum Group Size: 12
Price per Day: $192

This tour visits Antananarivo, Antsirabe, Ranomafana National Park, Fianarantsoa, Isalo National Park, and Ifaty.

  • Family
  • Partially Guided

By Bio D Island LLC
Focusing on Madagascar, Bio D Island LLC is a smaller tour company providing a more personal service to customers. Customers of Bio D Island LLC often have a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 13 people. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers.



$2,115
on TourRadar

Organized by Absolute Africa 77 Days Nairobi to Cape Town 40 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for adventure tours in East Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.6 rating

Age Range: 18 to 80
Maximum Group Size: 28
Price per Day: $66

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Camping
  • Gorilla Trekking
  • Fully Guided

By Absolute Africa
Absolute Africa offers local overland truck tours through Tanzania, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, and others. They are known for providing overland truck tours to amazing and remote destinations. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers. They specialize in wildlife viewing tours, ensuring you'll have an enjoyable experience.



$5,108
on TourRadar

Why does East Africa appeal to adventure travelers?

East Africa offers endless adventures for thrill-seekers looking to experience exciting activities and dynamic destinations. With its variety of ecosystems and outdoor activities, East Africa is a playground for adventure travelers.

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How much do Adventure Tours in East Africa cost?

The average daily price of Adventure Tours in East Africa is $340 per day. Prices can vary widely due to the included amenities, length of the trip, number of guests on the tour, and many other factors. If you want more information about prices, we have put together a complete analysis of the costs of Adventure Tours in East Africa here.


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$340
Average Price Per Day
289
Tours Analyzed
4.5
Average Rating
76
Tour Companies
22
Average Group Size

Which Tour Companies Offer Adventure Tours?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer adventure tours in East Africa. These are a few of the best, because they offer the highest rated service, provide the best overall quality, and have the most five-star guest reviews to prove it.

Absolute Africa

Absolute Africa offers local overland truck tours through Tanzania, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, and others. Most participants are adults and the tours range in length from 5 days to 11 weeks. They are known for providing overland truck tours to amazing and remote destinations. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers. They specialize in wildlife viewing tours, ensuring you'll have an enjoyable experience. Travelers usually enjoy the tour activities such as camping, bird watching, and white water rafting.

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Acacia Adventure Holidays

Acacia Adventure Holidays offers local overland truck tours through South Africa, Zambia, Tanzania, Kenya, and others. Most participants are adults and the tours range in length from 3 days to 8 weeks. Their expertise is in organizing fantastic overland truck adventures to exciting destinations. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. Wildlife viewing tours are their specialty, so you'll know that you're signing up for a fun experience. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as camping, wine tasting, and whale watching.

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G Adventures

G Adventures logo G Adventures is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include Thailand, Peru, South Africa, and Vietnam. Many of their tours are priced in the mid-range category. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as camping, island hopping, snorkelling, surfing, wine tasting, kayaking, cooking classes, water sports, jungle surfing, and canyoning.

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African Breeze Safaris

African Breeze Safaris offers local safari safaris through Kenya and Uganda. Most participants are adults and the safaris range in length from 3 days to 7 days. While the prices may be a bit higher than average, the group size is usually small, giving travelers a more personalized experience. The company appeals to travelers of all ages, with many safaris focusing on families with children. Many of the safaris fall into the mid-range price category. Because of their specilization in safaris, you can be sure to have a spectacular adventure.

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Adventure Destinations in East Africa

Wondering where adventure tours visit in East Africa? With a variety of stops and destinations along the way, there's something for everyone.

A few of the most popular places visited by tours in East Africa include Nairobi, Serengeti National Park, Arusha, Maasai Mara National Reserve, and Zanzibar.


Adventure Tours vs. Independent Travel: Pros and Cons

When deciding between a self-planned trip and an organized tour, remember to evaluate the key features of each travel style.

Organized Tours
Pros
  • Experts ensure safety and guide the activities.
  • Equipment and gear are provided.
  • Access to remote or restricted areas.
  • Travel with a group of like-minded adventurers.
  • No need to research or plan logistics.
  • Guides share knowledge about the environment.
  • Transportation is handled for you.
  • Perfect for beginners needing guidance.
Cons
  • Fixed schedules limit your freedom.
  • Activities might not match your preferences.
  • Strict itineraries may limit spontaneity.
  • Physical demands may vary within the group.
  • Less opportunity to explore independently.


Independent Travel
Pros
  • Total control over your itinerary.
  • Choose activities that suit your skill level.
  • Flexibility to change plans on the go.
  • Travel at your own pace without a group.
  • Explore lesser-known or unique spots.
  • Customize your gear and adventure style.
Cons
  • Requires time and effort to plan.
  • Researching safety and risks can be tough.
  • Navigating remote areas may be stressful.
  • Finding quality gear can be expensive.
  • Risk of missing important permits or rules.
  • Emergencies are harder to manage solo.
  • May miss out on local insights from guides.
  • No backup support if something goes wrong.


Tour Prices in East AfricaAdventure Tours in Africa

Which is cheaper?

Is independent travel less expensive than booking guided adventure tours? The answer varies. Organized tours package essential services like accommodations, transport, meals, entrance fees, and activities into a single price, while independent travel involves booking each aspect separately. To assess which is more economical, compare the tour price with what you'd spend arranging everything yourself. If you prioritize budget options or premium experiences, the cost comparison could swing either way. Always review the details of what's included in the tour package to decide.

Also, before booking a tour, make sure you know exactly what is included as tour companies sometimes change their itineraries or included amenities to keep them updated with seasonal changes and customer interests.

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