Africa

The word safari means "journey" in Swahili, and we take our etymological connection to Africa seriously by offering only the best travel experiences. Look to us for active trips and safaris featuring local, expertly trained guides and the best in food and equipment. We can help you link West Africa, East Africa, and Southern Africa with explorations throughout the continent as well as trips to Madagascar. Choose from regularly departing group safaris or private safari-style travel arrangements tailored to your exact interests and budget. JOURNEYS offers safaris and cultural travel to Africa year-round.

We are a leader in family African safaris. Our Kenya Million Animal Safari, now in its third decade, is a culturally sensitive, wildlife intensive trip that supports community education. This tour, along with our wildlife and photography safaris in Tanzania, Madagascar, Botswana, and other countries in southern Africa, serve as models for safari trips in West Africa. In southern Africa we partner with local tour operators who offer regular departures ranging from classic safaris under canvas with full comfort and gourmet dining to "participation safaris" where you help create the adventure.

We have connections for explorations of Gabon, Ghana, Togo, Benin, Mozambique, Rwanda and Uganda. Not every traveler will be enticed by every African destination, but we think we can find the right trip for any traveler interested in Africa. We know African travel, and we want to share our knowledge with you.

Tours to Africa

Ancient Wonders of Egypt
Cost: $4,295-$4,550  •  Duration: 12 days  •   Privately Anytime

Behold the mysteries of Egypt. Let this superbly-guided, wonderfully-accommodated, in-depth exploration of the region entice you to the Middle East. Enjoy a short cruise along the Nile and visits to...

Best of Botswana Camping Safari
Cost: $3,700-$4,150  •  Duration: 10 days  •  Jul. 11-20, 2009

This nature and photographic camping safari will place you among the greatest concentrations of wildlife in Southern Africa. The Okavango, Moremi, Chobe, and Savute are legendary wildlife sanctuaries. Enjoy spectacular...

Best of Namibia
Cost: $3,550-$3,695  •  Duration: 14 days  •  Jul. 10-23, 2009

Venture into a world of changing scenery, contrasting unspoiled wilderness with the cosmopolitan atmosphere of Windhoek and Swakopmund. You will explore Namibia's attractions using a diverse itinerary, including the central...

Botswana Deltas & Rivers
Cost: $4,995-$5,495  •  Duration: 10 days  •  Jul. 7-16, 2009

Botswana is one of the few remaining destinations in Africa where the adventurous safari spirit still survives. This fascinating country boasts wide-open spaces and plenty of animals to fill...

Botswana Overland Adventure
Cost: $3,560-$3,760  •  Duration: 15 days  •  Jul. 12-26, 2009

Combine a wild camping experience in the Kalahari Desert with classic game viewing in open 4x4 safari vehicles in Moremi Wildlife Reserve. Meet Bushmen of the Kalahari Desert on a...

Classic Namibia Under Canvas
Cost: $5,495  •  Duration: 11 days  •  Jul. 16-26, 2009

Discovering Namibia is a captivating experience. Venture into a world of changing scenery and vast unspoiled wilderness with a cosmopolitan atmosphere and people. Explore Namibia's attractions including central Namibia with...

Classic Rwanda & Uganda
Cost: $8,423  •  Duration: 12 days  •   Privately Anytime

This safari traces the western Rift Valley in the very heart of Africa. On the savannah plains below the Rwenzoris, see the great game of Africa in Queen Elizabeth National...

Egypt: Desert Oases & the Nile Valley
Cost: $4,200-$4,620  •  Duration: 14 days  •   Privately Anytime

Experience the Egypt most visitors never see. In addition to the Great Pyramids in Cairo and the temples in Luxor, delve into the desert and the hidden treasures of Egypt....

Discover Morocco
Cost: $3,275-$3,600  •  Duration: 11 days  •   Privately Anytime

Morocco's compelling natural landscape, rich architectural tradition, and fascinating cultural heritage will inspire and delight you. Morocco has often been described as an oasis of the senses, offering the beauty...

Ethiopia Timkat Festival
Cost: $3,800-$4,830  •  Duration: 18 days  •  Jan. 15-Feb. 1, 2010

This fascinating cultural exploration has been timed to coincide with the Timkat Festival, Ethiopia’s Epiphany celebration. You will witness the festival in Lalibela, the site of the famous rock churches....

Africa: Five Country Camping Safari
Cost: $3,575-$3,895  •  Duration: 25 days  •  Aug. 4-28, 2009

This incredible safari takes you on a circuit through five different countries: South Africa, Botswana, Zambia, Malawi & Mozambique. Enjoy canoeing on the Zambezi River, camping on the shores of...

Uganda & Rwanda: Gorillas in the Virungas & Bwindi
Cost: $6,081  •  Duration: 8 days  •   Privately Anytime

This safari will take you to three incredible gorilla parks – Parc National des Volcans (PNV) in Rwanda, and Nkuringo and Bwindi in Uganda. It offers an opportunity to track...

Uganda & Rwanda: Great Primate Tracking Expedition
Cost: $8,195  •  Duration: 16 days

This is quite simply the most comprehensive mountain gorilla tracking expedition. Our focus is very specific: track and spend as much time as possible with the great apes of...

Botswana: Hemingway Safari
Cost: $6,750-$7,800  •  Duration: 9 days  •  Jul. 10-18, 2009

Combine a full immersion in remote, wild, animal rich Botswana with the full comforts of luxury camps, superb meals and an exclusive lodge. The itinerary takes you right to the...

Karibu, Tanzania! Family Safari
Cost: $1,475-$3,940  •  Duration: 11 days  •   Privately Anytime

This is our choice for the ultimate family safari! Join a true big game safari and see it all - lions, rhinos, zebras, hyenas, hippos, baboons and more. Following the...

Kenya Million Animal Safari
Cost: $4,250  •  Duration: 11 days  •   Privately Anytime

For more than two decades, this unique safari has been a great choice for combining incredible wildlife viewing, hiking and African cross-cultural experiences. In 2008, we are further refining this...

Madagascar Lemur Adventure
Cost: $4,650-$5,625  •  Duration: 10 days  •   Privately Anytime

Since 1989, we have delighted in helping travelers explore Madagascar. This remote, unique, and exotic island is richer in indigenous flora and fauna than any other country in the world....

Madagascar: Tails of the Wild
Cost: $4,495-$4,695  •  Duration: 12 days  •  Aug. 4-15, 2010

Madagascar, the Land of the Lemurs, is unlike anywhere else in the world! This trip combines unparalleled wildlife viewing and exploration of varied ecological zones along with rich cultural experiences...

Mali Timbuktu Tour
Cost: $3,895  •  Duration: 13 days  •  Aug. 14-26, 2009

Visit the most notable sites of Mali including Timbuktu, Djenne, The Niger River and Dogon Country. Trek through Dogon Villages, camp with Tuaregs after a camel trek and learn about...

Morocco Imperial Cities
Cost: $3,025  •  Duration: 8 days  •   Privately Anytime

Enjoy a week of in-depth cultural and historical interpretation in the Middle Atlas region and along the North Atlantic Coast. This carefully tailored itinerary takes you to Morocco's fabled cities...

South Africa Adventure
Cost: $3,675-$3,850  •  Duration: 18 days  •  Jul. 12-29, 2009

From African game reserves to Zululand, visit a choice selection of scenic, cultural and natural sites in South Africa. A versatile and interesting itinerary for the outdoor, nature and wildlife...

South Africa Self-Drive
Cost: $1,780-$2,175  •  Duration: 11 days  •   Privately Anytime

Discover the beauty of South Africa at your own pace on this unique, self-guided driving tour. You'll pick up your rental car as soon as you arrive, hitting the open...

Spirit of Kenya
Cost: $3,950  •  Duration: 9 days  •   Privately Anytime

Everyone gets a window seat on this incredible Kenya wildlife safari! Enjoy eight superb safari days as part of a small, expertly-guided trip. Quality accommodations in lodges and permanent tented...

Tanzania & Kenya Overland Odyssey
Cost: $5,595-$6,995  •  Duration: 15 days  •   Privately Anytime

This exciting safari takes you to Kenya and Tanzania’s legendary game reserves for an East African adventure that’s perfectly designed for photographers, naturalists, birders, and eco-travelers. Your lodges and camps...

Tanzania Culture & Wildlife
Cost: $5,895-$6,445  •  Duration: 13 days  •   Privately Anytime

Embark on a 4x4 guided safari to view and photograph East Africa’s greatest wildlife concentrations and meet some of Tanzania’s fantastic people. Enjoy daily game drive safaris through the...

Tanzania Wild Wonders (July-Oct)
Cost: $5,395-$6,250  •  Duration: 10 days  •   Privately Anytime

A superb safari anytime of the year. From November through June, safaris focus on the Serengeti where the large herds reside. From July through October, safaris follow the...

Tanzania Wild Wonders (Nov-June)
Cost: $5,395-$6,250  •  Duration: 10 days  •   Privately Anytime

A superb safari anytime of the year. From November through June, safaris focus on the Serengeti where the large herds reside. From July through October, safaris follow the...

Tanzania Wildlife Week
Cost: $3,750-$4,050  •  Duration: 8 days  •   Privately Anytime

This eight day safari offers a superb overview of the gems of Tanzania’s Northern Circuit. Your knowledgeable guide will take you on unforgettable game drives and share his knowledge...

Africa: The Great Trek
Cost: $3,550-$3,850  •  Duration: 22 days  •  Jul. 11-Aug. 1, 2009

This in-depth tour of Botswana and Namibia combines visits to exciting wildlife areas with active explorations of natural geologic features. Visit Etosha National Park, the Okavango Delta, Fish River Canyon,...

Tanzania: Top of Africa-Kili Climb: Rongai Route
Cost: $3,675-$3,895  •  Duration: 8 days  •   Privately Anytime

Journey to the top of Africa by the lightly-used Rongai route that starts just south of the Kenya-Tanzania border. Now open for climbing once again, the Rongai route is regarded...

Tanzania: Top of Africa-Kili Climb: Shira Route
Cost: $3,795  •  Duration: 10 days  •   Privately Anytime

Lying across the Kenya border in northern Tanzania, Mount Kilimanjaro is a beacon for safari-goers, climbers, and hikers. Climbing Kilimanjaro, at 19,344’, is one of the most dramatic hikes in...

Africa: Trans Kalahari Adventure
Cost: $4,200-$4,400  •  Duration: 22 days  •  Aug. 2-23, 2009

This non-camping overland safari takes you and your family to the best of Namibia, Botswana, and South Africa on a trip that’s fun for travelers of all ages. You’ll visit...

Treasures of Tunisia
Cost: $4,725  •  Duration: 14 days  •   Privately Anytime

Tunisia is a country rich in historical sites and endowed with natural beauty. Visit spectacular oases and unique Berber villages, as you travel through incredible landscapes ranging from cork forests...

Africa: West Africa Expedition
Cost: $6,255  •  Duration: 24 days  •  Feb. 4-27, 2010

This expedition takes you deep into the mysterious heart of West Africa, a destination that has captured the imagination of travelers for centuries. Historic kingdoms and ancient fabled towns await...

Wild Gabon Adventure
Cost: $9,575  •  Duration: 15 days

Gabon is a rare and exotic tropical gem with wildlife-rich forests covering nearly 70% of its land-mass. The picturesque Atlantic coastline is predominately wild and unspoiled, and the inland and...

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