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The Best Safaris in Southern Africa

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Embarking on a safari adventure? Look no further! We have uncovered the best safari tours in Southern Africa that promise unforgettable wildlife experiences. Our meticulous analysis of offerings by highly-rated companies has considered key factors like price, guest ratings, service, destinations, and activities to bring you a curated selection of safaris in Southern Africa that are far above the rest. Get ready to immerse yourself in nature's wonders and make lasting memories. Find your ideal safari from the handpicked options below for your upcoming trip to Southern Africa.


The Top 3 Safaris:

  • 31 Days, $8655.00

  • 31 Days, $6925.00

  • 14 Days, $4760.00
Southern Africa
The Best Safaris through Southern 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 31 Days Nairobi to Pretoria 30 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for safaris in Southern Africa.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

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

starstarstarstarstar 4.3 rating

Age Range: 18 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $237

This safari visits Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Arusha, Mto Wa Mbu, Karatu, Duka Bovu, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Moshi, Bagamoyo, Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Mikumi National Park, Nungwi, Stonetown, Iringa, Chitimba, Mzuzu, Kande, Lilongwe, Mbeya, Chipata, Lusaka, Lake Malawi, Livingstone, Bulawayo, Petauke, Matobo National Park, Beitbridge, Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, Tshipise, Victoria Falls, Hazyview, Kruger National Park, and Pretoria.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Safari
  • Great Migration
  • 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.



$7,357
on TourRadar

Organized by Acacia Adventure Holidays 31 Days Nairobi to Pretoria 29 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for safaris in Southern Africa.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

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

starstarstarstarstar 4.3 rating

Age Range: 18 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $179

This safari visits Nairobi, Maasai Mara National Reserve, Arusha, Mto Wa Mbu, Serengeti National Park, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Bagamoyo, Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Jozani Forest, Mikumi National Park, Stonetown, Iringa, Nungwi, Chitimba, Kande, Chipata, Mbeya, Lusaka, Livingstone, Victoria Falls, Mzuzu, Bulawayo, Lake Malawi, Matobo National Park, Petauke, Tshipise, Hazyview, Kruger National Park, Pretoria, Beitbridge, and Mpumalanga.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Safari
  • Great Migration
  • 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.



$5,540
on TourRadar

Organized by On The Go Tours 14 Days Windhoek to Victoria Falls 11 Destinations
  • On Sale: 5% Off
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.

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

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 10 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $323

This safari visits Windhoek, Sossusvlei, Sesriem, Swakopmund, Walvis Bay, Etosha National Park, Damaraland, Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park, Victoria Falls, and Rundu.

  • Jeep & 4WD
  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Family
  • Safari
  • Big Five
  • Fully Guided

By On The Go Tours
On The Go Tours is a large multi-national travel company which offers trips to destinations around the world. Many of their tours are priced in the mid-range category.



$4,760 $4,522
on TourRadar

Organized by Acacia Adventure Holidays 12 Days Start/End in Pretoria 10 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
  • Nature Lovers
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.9 rating

Age Range: 8 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 12
Price per Day: $354

This safari visits Pretoria, Polokwane, Bulawayo, Matobo National Park, Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, Gweta, Maun, Okavango Delta, and Khama Rhino Sanctuary.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Family
  • Safari
  • 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.



$3,472
on TourRadar

Organized by Acacia Adventure Holidays 7 Days Pretoria to Livingstone 9 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for safaris in Southern 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 4.8 rating

Age Range: 18 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $250

This safari visits Pretoria, Hazyview, Kruger National Park, Tshipise, Bulawayo, Matobo National Park, Victoria Falls, Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, and Livingstone.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Safari
  • 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.



$1,748
on TourRadar

Organized by Acacia Adventure Holidays 7 Days Livingstone to Pretoria 8 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for safaris in Southern 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 4.7 rating

Age Range: 18 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $250

This safari visits Livingstone, Bulawayo, Matobo National Park, Beitbridge, Tshipise, Hazyview, Kruger National Park, and Pretoria.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Safari
  • 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.



$1,748
on TourRadar

Organized by Acacia Adventure Holidays 22 Days Dar es Salaam to Pretoria 22 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for safaris in Southern 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
  • Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.7 rating

Age Range: 18 to 75
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $221

This safari visits Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Nungwi, Stonetown, Kendwa, Mikumi National Park, Iringa, Songwe, Mbeya, Chitimba, Mzuzu, Kande, Chipata, Lake Malawi, Lusaka, Livingstone, Petauke, Bulawayo, Matobo National Park, Victoria Falls, Beitbridge, Tshipise, Hazyview, Kruger National Park, and Pretoria.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • In-depth Cultural
  • Safari
  • 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.



$4,858
on TourRadar

Organized by G Adventures 14 Days Windhoek to Cape Town 12 Destinations
  • On Sale: 20% Off
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for safaris in Southern 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 39
Maximum Group Size: 22
Price per Day: $120

This safari visits Windhoek, Waterberg Plateau Park, Etosha National Park, Spitzkoppe, Skeleton Coast Park, Swakopmund, Namib-Naukluft Park, Sossusvlei, Sesriem, Fish River Canyon National Park, Vioolsdrif, Cederberg Wildnerness Area, Cape Town, and Orange River.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Safari
  • Big Five
  • 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.



$2,099 $1,679
on TourRadar

Organized by Acacia Adventure Holidays 34 Days Dar es Salaam to Cape Town 34 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for safaris in Southern 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 4.5 rating

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

This safari visits Dar es Salaam, Nungwi, Zanzibar, Stonetown, Kendwa, Mikumi National Park, Iringa, Mbeya, Chitimba, Mzuzu, Lake Malawi, Kande, Songwe, Chipata, Salima, Lusaka, Livingstone, Petauke, Kasane, Chobe National Park, Nata, Maun, Okavango Delta, Ghanzi, Windhoek, Etosha National Park, Spitzkoppe, Gobabis, Swakopmund, Namib-Naukluft Park, Damaraland, Sesriem, Fish River Canyon National Park, Cederberg Wildnerness Area, Cape Town, Solitaire, Namaqualand, and Noordoewer.

  • Overland Truck
  • Wildlife
  • Beach
  • Safari
  • 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.



$7,289
on TourRadar

Organized by Viva Safaris 5 Days Start/End in Johannesburg 2 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for safaris in Southern 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
  • Animal Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.9 rating

Age Range: 1 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 9
Price per Day: $257

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

By Viva Safaris
Viva Safaris offers local safari tours through South Africa. While the prices may be a bit higher than average, the group size is usually small, giving travelers a more personalized experience. A large number of their safaris 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.



$1,287
on TourRadar

Why does Southern Africa appeal to travelers on safari?

Southern Africa is synonymous with iconic safari experiences, offering unparalleled wildlife encounters. Southern Africa's expert-guided tours and various accommodation options enhance the safari adventure, making it a top choice for wildlife lovers.

Southern Africa


How much do safaris in Southern Africa cost?

The average daily price of Safaris in Southern Africa is $298 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 Safaris in Southern Africa here.


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$298
Average Price Per Day
135
Tours Analyzed
4.4
Average Rating
40
Tour Companies
17
Average Group Size

Which Tour Companies Offer Safaris?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer safaris in Southern 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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Intrepid Travel

Intrepid Travel logo Intrepid Travel is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include Australia, Thailand, Tanzania, and Italy. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as camping, wine tasting, snorkelling, kayaking, cooking classes, island hopping, white water rafting, surfing, horse riding, whale watching, and bird watching.

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Across Africa Tours & Travel

Across Africa Tours & Travel is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include South Africa, Kenya, Namibia, and Madagascar. The company appeals to travelers of all ages, with many tours focusing on families with children. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category. Their expertise is in wildlife viewing tours, so you can count on having a fun time. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as camping, whale watching, wine tasting, bird watching, water sports, shark cage diving, diving, and snorkelling.

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Globus

Globus is a large multi-national travel company which offers tours to destinations around the world. Some of their most popular destinations include the U.S., Great Britain, Italy, and Canada. Some of their offerings cater to families with children. A large number of their tours fall within in the mid-range price category. Travelers usually enjoy the tour activities such as wine tasting, island hopping, snorkelling, and whale watching.

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Safari Destinations in Southern Africa

Wondering where safari tours visit in Southern 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 Southern Africa include Victoria Falls, Cape Town, Kruger National Park, Johannesburg, and Okavango Delta.


Safaris vs. Independent Travel: Pros and Cons

When choosing between booking an organized tour or planning your own trip, consider the key factors of each travel style.

Organized Tours
Pros
  • Guided safaris provide expert wildlife trackers and guides who enhance the experience.
  • Professional guides know the best times and places to spot animals.
  • Safari vehicles are specially equipped for wildlife viewing and photography.
  • Guided tours handle permits and park fees, simplifying logistics.
  • Knowledgeable guides offer detailed insights into animal behavior and habitats.
  • Accommodations are often located in prime spots for wildlife viewing.
  • You can join a group, making the experience more social and shared.
  • Guided tours offer increased safety, especially in remote or dangerous areas.
  • Pre-planned itineraries ensure you maximize time in key wildlife hotspots.
  • Guides can adapt the tour to improve your chances of seeing specific animals.
Cons
  • Fixed itineraries might not align with your specific preferences.
  • Larger group sizes can make it harder to enjoy quiet wildlife moments.
  • Departure times and schedules are not always flexible.
  • The tour may focus on popular attractions, missing hidden or less-visited gems.


Independent Travel
Pros
  • You have complete flexibility in choosing destinations and timing.
  • Independent trips allow you to prioritize animals or parks you want to visit most.
  • Planning your own trip allows for more privacy and solitude.
  • You can create a personalized itinerary based on your interests.
Cons
  • Some parks and wildlife areas require guides for safety purposes
  • Researching and organizing the trip can be time-consuming and complex.
  • Navigating unfamiliar terrains without a guide can be challenging.
  • Spotting animals without expert knowledge can be difficult.
  • You need to arrange permits, park fees, and accommodations on your own.
  • Safety concerns, such as wild animals or remote locations, can be stressful.
  • Missing key details, like optimal viewing times, can limit the experience.
  • Without local expertise, you might overlook prime wildlife areas.


Tour Prices in Southern AfricaSafaris in Africa

Which is cheaper?

Is traveling independently less expensive than taking guided safaris? The answer isn't straightforward. Guided tours often include services like hotels, transportation, meals, entry tickets, guides, and activities, all of which you would need to arrange and pay for individually if traveling on your own. To determine the cost difference, you'd need to compare the total cost of the tour package with the cost of booking everything separately. You may prefer a less expensive hotel or splurge on dining, so the cost of a tour could either save you money or cost you more. Be sure to review what's included in the tour package before making your comparison.

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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