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The Best Cultural Organized Tours in East Africa

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Get ready to embark on an unparalleled journey with one these exceptional cultural tours in East Africa. We've invested our time and effort to scrutinize a wide selection of holiday packages and organized guided tours from top-rated companies, ensuring that we bring you the very best travel experiences. Our analysis covers crucial factors such as pricing, guest ratings, service excellence, sought-after destinations, and thrilling activities. Whether you're an intrepid wanderer or a novice traveler, these handpicked cultural tours will provide an unforgettable adventure in East Africa.


The Top 3 Tours:

  • 14 Days, $2878.51

  • 14 Days, $2880.00

  • 14 Days, $3095.00
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The Best Cultural 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 Fosa Travel 14 Days Start/End in Antananarivo 5 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for cultural 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 Culture Lovers

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Age Range: 4 to 80
Maximum Group Size: 12
Price per Day: $206

This tour visits Antananarivo, Andasibe, Antsirabe, Morondava, and Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park.

  • Sightseeing
  • In-depth Cultural
  • Family
  • Fully Guided

By Fosa Travel
Focusing on Madagascar, Fosa Travel is a smaller tour company providing a more personal service to customers. Customers of Fosa Travel often have a very personal experience, because most of their tours have less than 15 people. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers. With a focus on wildlife viewing tours, they ensure you'll have a fantastic experience.



$2,879
on TourRadar

Organized by Green Island Discovery 14 Days Start/End in Antananarivo 8 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for cultural 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
  • Culture Lovers

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Age Range: 2 to 80
Maximum Group Size: 12
Price per Day: $206

This tour visits Antananarivo, Antsirabe, Manakara, Ranomafana National Park, Ambalavao, Ranohira, Isalo National Park, and Ifaty.

  • In-depth Cultural
  • Family
  • Fully Guided

By Green Island Discovery
Focusing on Madagascar, Green Island Discovery is a smaller tour company providing a more personal service to customers. Despite being priced a bit higher, the small group sizes create a more personal and unique experience for travelers. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category.



$2,880
on TourRadar

Organized by GIVE Volunteers 14 Days Dar es Salaam to Arusha 5 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for cultural 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:
  • Culture Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.9 rating

Age Range: 18 to 50
Maximum Group Size: 26
Price per Day: $221

This tour visits Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Tarangire National Park, Lake Manyara, and Arusha.

  • In-depth Cultural
  • Volunteering
  • Big Five
  • Fully Guided

By GIVE Volunteers
GIVE Volunteers offers local cultural tours through Costa Rica, Laos, and Nicaragua. Many of their tours are priced in the mid-range category.



$3,095
on TourRadar

Organized by Green Island Discovery 10 Days Start/End in Antananarivo 6 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for cultural tours in East Africa.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Great for Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.4 rating

Age Range: 10 to 70
Maximum Group Size: 12
Price per Day: $283

This tour visits Antananarivo, Antsirabe, Miandrivazo, Menabe Antimena Protected Area, Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park, and Morondava.

  • Sightseeing
  • In-depth Cultural
  • Family
  • Partially Guided

By Green Island Discovery
Focusing on Madagascar, Green Island Discovery is a smaller tour company providing a more personal service to customers. Despite being priced a bit higher, the small group sizes create a more personal and unique experience for travelers. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category.



$2,830
on TourRadar

Organized by Green Island Discovery 13 Days Start/End in Antananarivo 5 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for cultural tours in East Africa.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.
  • Great for Culture Lovers

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Age Range: 15 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 12
Price per Day: $271

This tour visits Antananarivo, Morondava, Tsingy de Bemaraha National Park, Salary, and Toliara.

  • In-depth Cultural
  • Partially Guided

By Green Island Discovery
Focusing on Madagascar, Green Island Discovery is a smaller tour company providing a more personal service to customers. Despite being priced a bit higher, the small group sizes create a more personal and unique experience for travelers. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category.



$3,520
on TourRadar

Organized by Oasis Overland 56 Days Nairobi to Cape Town 26 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for cultural tours in East Africa.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

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

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Age Range: 18 to 69
Maximum Group Size: 24
Price per Day: $65

This tour visits Nairobi, Arusha, Ngorongoro, Serengeti National Park, Mount Kilimanjaro, Marangu, Zanzibar, Mikumi National Park, Lake Malawi, Lilongwe, Harare, Bulawayo, Gweru, Victoria Falls, Matobo National Park, Maun, Chobe National Park, Okavango Delta, Etosha National Park, Brandberg Mountain, Swakopmund, Spitzkoppe, Cape Cross, Namib-Naukluft Park, Sossusvlei, and Cape Town.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Sightseeing
  • Camping
  • Big Five
  • 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.



$3,612
on TourRadar

Organized by Collette 14 Days Start/End in Nairobi 11 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Local Culture: provides in-depth local experiences.

Great for:
  • Animal Lovers
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Culture Lovers

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Age Range: 5 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 44
Price per Day: $429

  • Wildlife
  • Historical
  • Local Living
  • Walking Tour
  • Cultural Photography
  • Fully Guided

By Collette
Collette is a long-established tour operator offering guided tours with a balance of structured sightseeing and free time. Their trips range from classic group tours to small-group explorations, faith-based travel, and luxury options. They emphasize comfort, cultural immersion, and local experiences, often including unique dining and hands-on activities.



$5,999
on TourRadar

Organized by Acacia Adventure Holidays 43 Days Nairobi to Cape Town 34 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for cultural tours in East Africa.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Local Culture: provides in-depth local experiences.

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

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 18 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $214

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Beach
  • Camping
  • Local Living
  • Big Five
  • 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.



$9,218
on TourRadar

Organized by Safari Serengeti Booking 5 Days Start/End in Arusha 5 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • Adventure Travelers
  • Animal Lovers

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Age Range: 3 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 6
Price per Day: $326

  • Jeep & 4WD
  • Wildlife
  • Sightseeing
  • Family
  • Camping
  • Safari
  • Big Five
  • Fully Guided

By Safari Serengeti Booking
Safari Serengeti Booking offers local safari tours through Tanzania. Despite being priced a bit higher, the small group sizes create a more personal and unique experience for travelers. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category. By specifically offering wildlife safaris, this company offers a number of great adventures that can't be missed.



$1,630
on TourRadar

Organized by Hazzes Adventure 8 Days Start/End in Arusha 4 Destinations
  • On Sale: 13% Off
  • Personal: offers a smaller group size.
  • In Depth: you'll spend a longer amount of time in each place.

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

starstarstarstarstar 4.5 rating

Age Range: 18 to 70
Maximum Group Size: 12
Price per Day: $430

  • Jeep & 4WD
  • Bird watching
  • Wildlife
  • Transfer services
  • Local Guide
  • Safari
  • Great Migration
  • Big Five
  • Wildlife & Nature Photography
  • Partially Guided

By Hazzes Adventure
Hazzes Adventure is a smaller tour company that offers trips to 3 countries, including Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda. The tours offered by Hazzes Adventure are usually luxurious, high-end, and provide a top-tier level of service. Wildlife viewing tours are their specialty, so you'll know that you're signing up for a fun experience.



$3,950 $3,437
on TourRadar

Why does East Africa appeal to cultural explorers?

East Africa's rich history, vibrant traditions, and welcoming communities make it a cultural treasure. The area's diverse traditions and historical influences provide endless cultural exploration.

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How much do cultural tours in East Africa cost?

The average daily price of Cultural Tours in East Africa is $360 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 Cultural Tours in East Africa here.


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Average Price Per Day
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Tours Analyzed
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Average Rating
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Tour Companies
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Average Group Size

Which Tour Companies Offer Cultural Tours?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer cultural 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.

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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Africa Venture Safaris

Africa Venture Safaris offers local safari tours through Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. Most participants are adults and the tours range in length from 4 days to 2 weeks. Although the prices might be slightly above average, the small group sizes provide travelers with a more personal experience. There are options to personalize select tours to suit your requirement. Some of their offerings cater to families with children. Most of the tours provided by Africa Venture Safaris are high-end and luxurious with a top-tier level of service. Because of their specilization in safaris, you can be sure to have a spectacular adventure.

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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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Cultural Destinations in East Africa

Wondering where cultural 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.


Cultural Tours vs. Independent Travel: Pros and Cons

If you're trying to decide whether to book an organized tour or plan the entire adventure yourself, keep in mind the following factors for each style of travel.

Organized Tours
Pros
  • Expert guides provide deep insights into the culture and history of each location.
  • Pre-arranged access to exclusive cultural events and sites.
  • Structured itinerary ensures you don’t miss key cultural highlights.
  • Learning opportunities through local experts who share cultural traditions.
  • Less time spent planning logistics and more time exploring.
  • Easy access to local communities and cultural experiences.
  • Group tours often offer discounted rates for cultural attractions.
  • Reduced risk of missing out on cultural nuances or historical contexts.
Cons
  • Less flexibility to customize the experience based on personal interests.
  • Time constraints that may limit immersion in certain cultural activities.
  • Group dynamics might not align with individual preferences or interests.
  • May be restricted to specific cultural sites chosen by the tour guide.


Independent Travel
Pros
  • Full control over what cultural experiences you want to focus on.
  • Freedom to explore less touristy, more authentic cultural spots.
  • Ability to spend more time in places that interest you the most.
  • Opportunity to design a unique itinerary based on your cultural interests.
  • Choose your own accommodations, dining spots, and cultural activities.
Cons
  • Time-consuming to research and organize cultural experiences.
  • Potential for missing out on valuable cultural context without a guide.
  • Language barriers and cultural differences may pose challenges.
  • Need to handle all logistics, from transportation to tickets for events.
  • Risk of not gaining access to exclusive cultural sites or events.
  • Difficulty in finding the most authentic cultural experiences without local expertise.
  • May not have the same level of convenience and organization as a guided tour.


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Which is cheaper?

Is it cheaper to plan your own trip or join guided cultural tours? The answer isn't clear-cut. Tours typically package accommodations, transportation, meals, entry fees, and activities into one price, whereas independent travelers must arrange and pay for these themselves. To understand the cost difference, compare the tour's price with the cost of booking everything individually. Depending on whether you choose budget-friendly options or splurge on certain aspects, the tour might be a better deal—or not. Make sure to check what's included before drawing conclusions.

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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