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Desert Safaris in Africa

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Desert safaris in Africa offer a unique and exciting adventure. Deserts, often seen as empty and lifeless, are full of unique plants and animals adapted to survive in tough conditions. These places offer a rare kind of quiet and space that’s hard to find anywhere else.

Namibia is a great place to experience the desert. It’s home to the Namib Desert, one of the oldest deserts in the world. Here, you can go on 4×4 dune tours or try sandboarding, adding a bit of excitement to your desert trip. The Namib Desert stretches right up to the Atlantic Ocean at the Skeleton Coast, offering stunning views and a striking landscape.

A desert vacation in Africa, like a trip to Namibia , is perfect for special occasions. For couples, it’s especially romantic. The desert’s peace and the thrill of exploring it together make for a memorable journey, whether it’s for a honeymoon safari or just a unique escape.

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• Yes, it is safe to go on a desert safari in Namibia because you will be accompanied by a guide and other travellers. Depending on where you are, the risk can vary. 
• Comfortable walking shoes
• Clothes in neutral colours
• Long-sleeved shirts
• Jeans or trousers for cooler days and evenings
• Shorts and T-shirts
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• A lightweight waterproof jacket
• Sunscreen, a hat, insect repellent, moisturizer, sunglasses
• Clothing for a desert safari in Namibia should be neutral, breathable, and adaptable to hot, cold, and dusty conditions.
• The afternoons in the desert are scorching hot. Contrary to popular belief, the desert is not always scorching; early mornings and evenings may be bitterly cold.
• The free-roaming population of desert elephants in the Kunene region is currently estimated to be around 600.
• Sossusvlei has a wide range of different types of accommodation from the luxury side to the budget side of things. Examples of this include; The Desert Camp, Desert Quiver Camp, Le Mirage Desert Lodge & Spa and much more.
• Sossusvlei is located about 350km southwest of Windhoek (southern part of the Namib Desert). It is a salt and clay pan surrounded by the high red dunes' of  Namib-Naukluft National Park.

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3 Days High Atlas Mountains and Sahara Adventure

Amazing tour! Saïd was very knowledgeable and friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed. Lots of driving, but well worth it - we learned so much about such a beautiful country. Can’t wait to come back.

• 10% deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

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4 Days / 3 Nights SAHARA EXPERIENCE

I submitted my first review before it was finished - Ali from Morocco Joy was a wonderful guide, so helpful and knowledgeable about the history of Morocco. We were travelling as a family of five, 2 adults, 3 kids aged 17,15 and 12 , and he was great at chatting with all of us and keeping the kids interested. The tour was amazing. The first day we drove from Marrakech through the high pass in the Atlas Mountains, visited a Berber village and had mint tea with the locals and learned so much about their way of life, stopped in Ouazarzate for a lovely lunch, then went on to visit an ancient kasbah (very interesting tour brought to life by the tour guide there), then drove through the lush Dades valley to a beautiful hidden hotel where we had a gourmet 4 course dinner on the terrace. We were also able to have a swim in the outdoor pool in the morning before breakfast. That hotel was such a treat! Day 2 we went further into the Dades gorge, unbelievable views, then on to the stunning Todra Gorge, before heading out towards the desert, stopping for headscarves, a traditional costume photo opportunity and lunch en route. The desert experience started with a swim in a lovely outdoor pool to cool down our body temp (bearing in mind it is August and well over 40 degrees C in the desert. We then got on our camels early evening and rode out into the Sahara for a unforgettable experience including sand boarding and standing up on our camels (!), returning to the Berber camp when it got dark for a good meal. The tents are basic but comfortable, the camp was very nice and there was a toilet and shower block there too. After the meal, the Berber camp guides entertained us with traditional drumming. It was very hot in the tents - again to be expected in August - in fact, some people slept outside. We got up around 6am so we could walk up the dunes to see the sunrise - despite being a bit hazy, it was worth it and we got amazing photos of the dunes. Day 3 - after breakfast and showers at the Berber camp, we set off again with Ali, visiting a large souk on market day in a local town (so much nicer to visit with Ali than wander around the Marrakesh souks without a guide!) and then drove through the palm tree valleys back to Ouazarzate, where we were staying the night. The riad hotel was clean and comfortable and had a small indoor pool which was very welcome after our travels. We had a nice evening meal there - as there were 5 of us we were able to order 5 different Moroccan dishes (tagines, pastilles, coucous) so we could share and taste a bit of everything. Day 4 - first stop Atlas studios on the outskirts of Ouazarzate, this is where films such as Gladiator and Ben Hue were filmed. We had a great tour of the film sets with another very knowledgeable guide. We also shot a mini film on the Cleopatra set on the phone of one of our tour group, so now everyone in the group has that as a fun souvenir of the visit! It was optional to visit the studios but it was a great tour so I would recommend doing this as an extra - definitely fun for the family. We then went on with Ali to Ait Benhaddou - again the scene of Gladiator, Game of Thrones etc- a spectacular kasbah. Ali suggested we climb up a hill just beside the kasbah to get the best views and photos, which was a great idea. He also had lots to tell us about the history of Benhaddou. After this vsiit, we headed back to Marrakesh via another very scenic route to the high pass through the Atlas Mountains. I would definitely recommend Morocco Joy - it’s a a family run company, we immediately felt so comfortable with Ali, he’s a very cool, chilled out guy, he took great care of us, he was fun to travel with, letting the kids choose songs on Spotify in the car, stopping at the best photo spots and taking photos of our family - which is fab as we usually don’t get photos of all 5 of us. He taught us so much about Morocco, the Berbers, the history of the country and its culture. His English is excellent. I do not think we could have found a better tour or guide. We’d love to go on another Morocco Joy tour soon!

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Moroccan Desert Adventure: River Canyons & Camels

Good short trip if you want to experience both the deserts and mountains of Morocco. Obviously lots of driving (unavoidable - as you can't move mountains), but the bus was decent.

5 day trip: Sahara Fun Outdoor Experience

The 5-day tour was absolutely fantastic. Mouhssin made the experience even more delightful, ensuring we could explore everything and always looking out for us—a genuinely pleasant and resourceful tour guide. The accommodations (riads), hotels, and restaurants in our itinerary were all top, with delicious meals and exceptionally friendly staff. My partner and I thoroughly enjoyed our time in Morocco and highly recommend it. It was an unforgettable adventure filled with remarkable sights and flavors.

5 days desert trip from Marrakesh

We booked for the 5-day desert trip from Marrakesh small group tour ( up to 16 persons) organised by the Cultural Morocco Tours but did not expect that we were the only couple in the tour! So essentially we paid for a cheaper group tour rate but got exclusive private tour perks and treatment! Abdul (Abdellatif) our driver and tour guide is prompt and courteous as he fetched us from our hotel in Marrakesh. He has a good command of English and knows a lot about Moroccan history, culture, arts, religion. He is also a musician and is passionate about his Berber roots and heritage. We find him very friendly and knows everybody in the places we are going which makes us feel safe knowing that we are in good and safe company. He knows im into photography so he always know which are the best spots to stop and take a photo of the landscape or the people. The best accomodation we’ve had in this tour would be for me Dar Blues in Boumalne Dades. The place is so beautifully located along the river edge but the ambience of the place is so relaxing. The food cooked and served by the always smiling Fatima is utterly delicious and well presented. The best food experience for me would be on the 5th day as we go back to Marrakesh stopping for late lunch at this place where drivers and tourists stop for lunch. Abdul ordered some beef kofta with spices and grilled lamb chops along with some salad and we ate lunch in the restaurant’s terrace. It was a friday and the restaurant was next to a mosque as we listened to adhan or the call to prayer. I was also able to do a little bit of street and documentary photography while waiting for our lunch. I popped down to photograph the rows of displayed butchered lambs while the smoke billows from the orange charcoals cooking the spiced meat filling the air with the delicious barbecued smell of lamb meat. I also managed to sneakily shoot from the hip a picture of these 2 Berber women along the roadside enjoying their lunch of bread and meat. If you are a keen photographer, Morocco may be a big challenge but my oh my, your photos would be amazing! This is my 3rd time in Morocco and im just so excited to go home back to London and see what i have captured in my cameras ( im still in Casablanca at time of writing this review). The best experience in this 5-day desert tour is of course the camel ride sunset experience. I was able to do two sunrise and two sunset shoots in the desert with this tour. The Tiziri Camp in Merzouga desert is where we stayed. It is a beautiful site to stay next to the desert sand dunes. We had a campfire get together at night and the next day Ahmed was our tour guide for the Merzouga Desert Tour. The highlight of this tour for me was meeting one of the nomads family and interacting with them while the wife was baking bread in the sand stove, the little boy and his grandfather together in their little hut. This was my “National Geographic” moment as i took their portraits and document how they live. Over-all, me and my wife are very fortunate to have Abdellatif ( Abdul for short ) from Cultural Morocco Tours as our driver and guide and we would highly recommend his company as we felt we were top priority and have positive experience with the tour. My only regret is that we could have extended our tour and it was hard to say our goodbyes. We will have fond memories of Morocco: the sights and smells, its rich culture and people and one of them will be Abdul - our driver, guide, philosopher, historian, musician, and singer. The most unforgettable experience in this tour? When Abdul dropped us off our hotel in Marrakech and gave us a big hug saying ‘take care my sister’ to my wife and ‘take care my brother’ to me. Thank you so much Abdul for making our holiday memorable and continue to be an ambassador of goodwill for the Moroccan people and of course for the Berbers of the High Atlas mountains. -Laurence Roque and Khareen Roque

• 5% deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

Marrakech and the Sahara Desert 6-Day Expedition

The service and staff was exceptional, patient and accommodating.

Imperial Cities & Desert Tour

Thank you for my time in Morocco. It was very good. All my tour leaders were excellent. It would nice if our tour leaders could eat with us so that we could ask them questions and clarify any questions we have. The pace was very fast but I enjoyed everything especially Ait Ben Haddou and watching the sunrise in the Sahara Desert/

Fez & Desert Magical Tour

The tour was so well organized. There was support for any questions. The driver was excellent. It was so much fun. It was truly an authentic experience. I would recommend this tour to everyone.

10-Day Kasbahs & Deserts of Morocco - Private tour

This ia the best tour you got to take as it will take you from all the terrains of Morocco, from Dessert to Mountains to Rivers to Streams to Cave Houses to Ancient Medieval spots to history to hollywood to gladiator to Gane of Thrones to like everything.

Morocco Dune Buggy Adventure - Off Road & Wild Camps

We had a great dune buggy adventure during our stay in Morocco. Mohamed was an expert desert tour guide. The wild camps were our highlight. I highly recommend it

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Marrakech To Merzouga 3 days camel ride

This is our first trip to Morocco and it went so well with the help of the drivers Abdul & Hassan, who brought us to the most beautiful part of Morocco. I can’t thanks enough for their help and support during this wonderful journey.

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Morocco Highlights Casablanca - 8 Days

We were a group of 9 in a minibus, we felt safe, we were taken to places that I would never have been able to go to without local knowledge of the area and people. Our guide Mustafa was very knowledgable and spoke good English. Our driver had a calm temperament and navigated the Atlas Mountains with skill, he was also very pleasant and musical and joined in the many dancing activities as well as played the tabla with the locals. I wish I had the time to stay longer in some of the beautiful places we stayed at. Planning to revisit with a group of family and friends

• €150 deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

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Ali was an incredible guide and I would thoroughly recommend booking with Morocco Joy Travel. We travelled with our 2 kids (8 &9) and Ali made it such a wonderful adventure for our family. He was so warm and kind, knowledgeable and thoughtful. We opted for the luxury accommodation and it surpassed our expectations. There was a lot of driving but the vehicle was very comfortable and Ali was so knowledgeable and a pleasure to tour with. We are left with wonderful memories of sunsets, fossil digging, sand dune exploring, camel riding, drum playing, spectacular scenery, delicious meals…thank you Ali…we cannot wait to visit again!

I recently returned from a fabulous tour with Morocco Joy.....4days/3 nights Sahara Experience. Never having travelled solo before, I was a little concerned about this new experience. I needn't have worried at all. Ali put me at ease from the first moment I got in his van. He was very knowledgeable and did everything he could to make my tour the tour of a lifetime. He even went so far as to help me take photos of a toy my young granddaughter asked me to bring with me and take photos of as we traveled around the country. We were in fits of laughter when Ali tried to teach the doll how to drive. My granddaughter and I will never forget this trip! Thanks, Ali.

It was an unforgettable tour and the amount of things we could see and do in only one week was unbelievable. Even though we spent a big part of the time driving, there were enough stops in between and I also got this strange feeling that time was passing more slowly on this trip, simply because we experienced so much. In the car, we could watch the scenery from the windows and people when driving through towns and villages. We could also take naps in the car, all in all it was a relaxing trip despite being full of adventure as well. Karim was a great guide, not least due to his humor and smiling. I also saw that he was good at dealing with different people within our group. He seemed to know almost everyone personally wherever we went, chatting briefly with people on our way. A few negatives though, a tiny part of the overall experience. We stopped 2-3 times shops for traditional handicraft (e.g. pottery) which I disliked as I'm not into shopping and found these stops too commercial. A stop at a place for making argan oil products was also too sales driven for my taste although I thought it was interesting to hear about the production process. Some of the women on the group bought something there, so they probably had a more positive view. There was also one stop at the end of the 4x4 excursion in the desert to listen to local music, which I think nobody particularly enjoyed. If you are going to Morocco for the first time, I would highly recommend this tour.

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33 great desert safari tours in Africa. Searching for a desert safari trip in Africa? Below you will find 33 curated desert safari tours taking place in Africa with 48 reviews. Our desert safari tours are supplied by 12 hand-picked tour agencies in Africa. With trip prices ranging from 42 USD to 10,000 USD and trip durations varying from 1 day and to 25 days, there is plenty to choose from.

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25-day Cape Town to Victoria Falls Kruger Camping

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• Tour Type Small Group Tour
• Activities Explorer & Desert safaris
• Accommodation Camping, Lodge & Tent
• Transport 4WD Jeep, Ferry & Flight
• Age Range 18-75 yrs
• Operated in English
• Brochure Price: US$ 4,175
• Special Deal (20%): - US$ 835
• Total Price from: US$ 3,340
• May 11 10+ seats left
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• Starts Marrakech, Morocco
• Ends Fez, morocco

3 Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Fes

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• Activities Deserts and canyons & Camping Deserts and canyons , Camping , Cultural, religious and historic sites , Desert safaris & Natural landmarks sightseeing 'data-more-tripid='41245'>+3 more
• Accommodation Camping & Hotel
• Transport Minibus
• Age Range 6-89 yrs
• Operated in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

• Starts Casablanca, Morocco
• Ends Marrakech, Morocco

Morocco Kasbahs & Desert

• Activities Cultural, religious and historic sites & Explorer Cultural, religious and historic sites , Explorer , Desert safaris & Honeymoon 'data-more-tripid='4678'>+2 more
• Accommodation Hotel
• Transport Bus & Private Vehicle
• Age Range 12-95 yrs
• Brochure Price: US$ 849
• Special Deal (30%): - US$ 255
• Total Price from: US$ 594
• May 02 Only 2 seats left
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3 days desert Tour From Marrakech to Merzouga

• Tour Type Group Tour
• Activities Cultural, religious and historic sites & Desert safaris Cultural, religious and historic sites , Desert safaris & Local culture 'data-more-tripid='41241'>+1 more
• Accommodation Camping, Guest House, Hotel & Tent
• Transport Private Vehicle
• Age Range 1-83 yrs
• Operated in English, French, Spanish

• Ends Casablanca, Morocco

Morocco Luxury Tour: Premium Hotels and Great adventure

• Tour Type Private Tour
• Activities Luxury & Adventure Luxury , Adventure , Desert safaris & Chill out 'data-more-tripid='43865'>+2 more
• Accommodation Camping, Hotel & Tent
• Transport 4WD Jeep, Boat, Flight & Private Vehicle
• Age Range 6-90 yrs

Luxury Escape in the Land of Kasbahs

• Activities Luxury & City sightseeing Luxury , City sightseeing & Desert safaris 'data-more-tripid='43975'>+1 more
• Age Range 1-79 yrs
• Operated in English, French, Spanish, German

Royal Morocco – A Luxurious Expedition

• Activities Luxury & Desert safaris Luxury , Desert safaris & City sightseeing 'data-more-tripid='43974'>+1 more

Morocco Luxury Escape

• Activities Luxury & Desert safaris Luxury , Desert safaris & Sightseeing Tours 'data-more-tripid='43966'>+1 more
• Transport Flight, Private Vehicle & Taxi
• Age Range 5-90 yrs

• Ends Marrakesh, Morocco

8 Day Morocco Tour from Casablanca: Atlas & Sahara Tour

• Free cancellation
• Activities City sightseeing & Natural landmarks sightseeing City sightseeing , Natural landmarks sightseeing , Cultural, religious and historic sites , Desert safaris & Deserts and canyons 'data-more-tripid='28733'>+3 more
• Accommodation Hotel & Camping
• Operated in Arabic, English, French, Spanish

5 day Morocco Itinerary: Best Outdoor activities

• Activities Trekking and Hiking & 4x4, quad and ATV trips Trekking and Hiking , 4x4, quad and ATV trips , Desert safaris , Deserts and canyons , Cultural, religious and historic sites & Local culture 'data-more-tripid='28732'>+4 more
• Accommodation Hotel, Camping & Tent
• Age Range 2-60 yrs
• Operated in Arabic, English, French, Italian, Spanish

• Ends Livingstone, Zambia

19-day Cape Town to Victoria Falls Camping

• Activities Explorer & Safari Explorer , Safari & Desert safaris 'data-more-tripid='35659'>+1 more
• Transport 4WD Jeep & Ferry
• Brochure Price: US$ 2,915
• Special Deal (20%): - US$ 583
• Total Price from: US$ 2,332

Morocco Tour from Casablanca 10 day Itinerary

• Activities Camping & Adventure Camping , Adventure , Trekking and Hiking , Off the beaten path , Cultural, religious and historic sites , Natural landmarks sightseeing , Desert safaris & Local culture 'data-more-tripid='39706'>+6 more

Morocco Encompassed

• Activities Natural landmarks sightseeing & Desert safaris Natural landmarks sightseeing , Desert safaris , Cultural, religious and historic sites , City sightseeing , Adventure & Sightseeing Tours 'data-more-tripid='32418'>+4 more
• Accommodation Camping, Guest House, Hotel, Resort & Tent
• Transport 4WD Jeep, Boat, Minibus & Private Vehicle
• Age Range 3-90 yrs
• Operated in English, French, German

• Starts Cairo, Egypt
• Ends Cairo, Egypt

Camel or Horse Ride around Pyramids of Giza

• Activities Horseback riding & Desert safaris Horseback riding , Desert safaris & Adventure 'data-more-tripid='9678'>+1 more
• Accommodation No Accommodation
• Age Range 5-79 yrs

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Sahara Desert Tours & Holidays

Discover sweeping dunes, sparkling night skies and ancient Amazigh culture in the Sahara Desert.

Journey into the heart of the Sahara where a sea of wind-whipped sand stretches for what looks like forever. We like to explore the Sahara the Intrepid way. We're talking sunset camel rides, getting lost in the narrow streets of an ancient citadel, exchanging stories over mint tea with a local Amazigh family and feasting on  Moroccan food in a desert camp. Heed the call of the dunes and join us on a bucket-list North African  adventure.

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Trips from 1 January 2023 onwards

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Where is the Sahara Desert?

The Sahara Desert is in North Africa. It spans a mighty 9,200,000 square kms across 10 countries, including Morocco, Egypt, Mali and Libya.

It's the world's largest hot desert and third-largest after Antarctica and the Arctic.

What is the weather like in the Sahara Desert?

As a desert region, the Sahara can experience extreme weather. Winter (December to February) can be very cold, with overnight temperatures dropping to 5°C or lower.

You'll need a sleeping bag, thermals, a scarf, gloves and a warm jacket for travel in winter.

Oh, and be prepared for cold showers at your desert camp!

Summer (June to September) can be very hot with intense temperatures that can reach the high 40°Cs. This might be too uncomfortable for those not used to the heat. It's super important to use sun protection and stay hydrated. That said, the desert can still get pretty chilly at night when the sun goes down, so you'll need a fleece to rug up.

Spring (March to May) sees the arrival of strong winds and there is an increased risk of sandstorms in April – but don't worry, your leader will always check the forecast beforehand to see if it's safe to stay in the desert.

When is the best time to visit the Sahara Desert?

The best time to visit the Sahara Desert is during the spring months between March to May, as well as the autumn months of October and November. During these times, the desert temperatures are hot but manageable and the nights don't get quite as cold. However, one thing to note is that between January to May there is usually a higher number of sandstorms recorded, especially in April.

What clothing should I wear in the Sahara Desert?

What to pack will differ slightly depending on the time of year and the activities you'll be doing. But below are the basics you'll need:

• Light scarf or face mask can be handy for preventing you from inhaling desert dust
• Sun hat – wide-brimmed, ideally, to protect your face and head from the sun's rays and strong winds
• Sunscreen – when you're in the desert, it goes without saying!
• Small daypack for day trips and excursions
• Light, loose-fitting pants
• Joggers or jeans for camel rides
• Long-sleeved shirts
• Fleece – for all seasons
• Warm layers (for winter trips) – you'll need thermals, gloves, a woolly hat and a fleece to rug up as the temperatures can drop to below freezing at night
• Small head torch – handy for going to the bathroom at night
• Thongs (flip flops) for camp
• Hiking shoes or runners

What animals live in the Sahara Desert?

The Sahara Desert is one of the fiercest environments for animal life.

A wide range of mammals live in the Sahara, from cheetahs, dromedary camels, desert foxes, gazelles, ostrich, and hyrax to African wild dogs.

Reptile life includes the desert crocodile, sand viper and the desert monitor.

Other common species include the deathstalker scorpion, the Saharan silver ant, and over 90 species of birds.

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Over one-third of the African continent is covered by desert, from the Mediterranean to South Africa and the Indian to the Atlantic oceans. The deserts in Africa are home to some of the most extreme landscapes and stark conditions on Earth, as well as some of the most beautiful.

Whilst there is seemingly plenty of nothing in African deserts, they offer a unique environmental and cultural history dating back millions of years, and in places are home to excellent wildlife viewing opportunities (read about African desert animals).

What is a desert?

Deserts are defined as dry regions receiving less than 12 inches of precipitation annually, and are formed when regional climate changes result in long-lasting drought conditions.

In Africa, the deserts are also characterised by warm to very hot daytime temperatures with cooler nights.

With this definition in mind, it’s generally accepted that there are nine unique deserts in Africa, though some of the larger deserts are sometimes split into regions, leading to more desert names. The list of deserts in the African continent below show these nine deserts in descending size order:

Sahara Desert

9.2 million km² in algeria, chad, egypt, eritrea, libya, mali, mauritania, morroco, niger, western sahara, sudan, and tunisia.

A camel caravan makes its way across the Sahara Desert – the largest desert in Africa

The Sahara is the largest desert in Africa, and the largest hot desert in the world – with summer temperatures reaching 122 °F (50 °C) – and stretching across 12 North African countries. The desert was created around 7 million years ago, as remnants of a vast sea called Tethys closed up .

The Sahara’s borders are the Atlas Mountains and the Mediterranean Sea to the north, the Red Sea to the east, the Atlantic Ocean to the west, and the transitional Sahel region to the south. The Sahara is not one huge, uniform desert, but is made up of many regions, each with their own rainfall levels, temperatures, plants, and wildlife. As such the Sahara is made up of varied terrain, including sand dunes, volcanic mountains, plains, stony plateaus, and, crucially, oases, which allowed trading routes to develop between North African ports and populations in sub-Saharan Africa.

Whilst must of the Sahara is barren, the desert supports a mix of wildlife including oryx , gazelles , deer, wild asses, baboons , hyenas , jackals , sand foxes, and mongooses .

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Kalahari Desert

930,000 km² in botswana, namibia and south africa.

A gazelle strolls through a sandstorm in the Kalahari Desert.

The semi-arid Kalahari Desert lies in the heart of southern Africa, covering much of Botswana , and parts of Namibia and South Africa . Some academics maintain that because parts of the Kalahari receive more than 10 inches of rain annually it’s not a true desert. It is this annual precipitation of 4 to 20 inches that allows the desert to support vegetation such as resilient grasses, thorny shrubs, and acacia trees.

Unique features of the Kalahari Desert are the prominent sand dunes and huge salt pans left behind by long ago dried up lakes. The Okavango River runs through the Kalahari, and other non-permanent water sources appear during the rainy season. Because of this access to water, the Kalahari is home to lions, brown hyenas, meerkats , antelopes, and a wide variety of birds and reptiles. Much of the desert is part of Botswana’s Central Kalahari National Park .

Karoo Desert

400,000 km² in south africa.

Epic views of South Africa’s colourful Karoo Desert

The Karoo is a semi-desert natural region of South Africa defined by its topography, geology, and climate – particularly its low rainfall of up to 10 inches annually and its extremes of heat and cold.

The Karoo is divided into two distinct regions – the Succulent Karoo Biome to the west, and the Nama Karoo Biome which covers much of South Africa’s southern interior plateau. The Succulent Karoo has the world’s richest flora of succulent plants, with an estimated 10,000 succulent species. Underground water is found across the Karoo, which has been tapped over the decades by settlers and allows Nama Karoo to be used for grazing by sheep and goats.

Danakil Desert

136,956 km² in djibouti, eritrea, and ethiopia.

Incredible multi-coloured salt formations in the Danakil Desert

The Danakil Desert is situated in the Afar Triangle, stretching across northeastern Ethiopia and the coast of southern Eritrea and northwestern Djibouti. The desert is one of the most extreme environments in the whole of Africa with lava lakes, volcanoes, hot springs, geysers, and some impressive multi-coloured salt lakes.

Less than one inch of rainfall is recorded each year, and the Danakil Desert is both one of the lowest and hottest places on earth, reaching soaring temperatures of up to 50°C/122°F.

Chalbi Desert

100,000 km² in kenya.

A camel takes in the views of Lake Turkana in the Chalbi Desert, Kenya

Located to the east of Kenya’s Lake Turkana, the Chalbi desert is one of the hottest and most arid places in Kenya . The name comes from the Gabbra dialect for ‘bare and salty’, which seems particularly appropriate given this vast bleached stretch of earth is an old river bed dotted with rocks and huge dried clay formations.

Namib Desert

81,000 km² in angola, namibia, and south africa.

Classic Dead Vlei scenery in the Namib Desert

The Namib Desert has some of the highest dunes on the planet at over 300 meters and is thought to be the world’s oldest desert at around 80 million years old. Stretching along the Atlantic coastal region of Southern Africa the desert covers parts of Angola, Namibia, and South Africa, and merges with the Kalahari Desert in the south.

The climate is extremely arid due to interactions between the dry Namib winds and the Atlantic’s Benguela current. It’s these forces that form dense fogs which provide the main water source for many of the desert’s plants and animals. The desert is home to Namibia’s largest conservation area – the epic Namib-Naukluft Park .

Guban Desert

Est 7000 km² in somalia.

Somalia’s coastal Guban Desert from the air.

The Guban Desert refers to the narrow ‘burnt land’ which runs to the easternmost tip of the Northern Somalian coast, between the cities of Zeila and Berbera.​ The hot, dry plain on the Gulf of Aden coast has a system of sandy seasonal watercourses, and sparse steppe vegetation.

Nyiri Desert

Est. 700 km² in kenya.

Views of the distant rocks in Kenya’s Nyiri Desert.

The Nyiri Desert, also known as the Nyika or Taru Desert, lies in southern Kenya between Amboseli , Tsavo West, and Nairobi National Parks.

The desert is in the rain-shadow region of Mount Kilimanjaro (Africa’s highest mountain) , contributing to the extremely low levels of rainfall. However, there are several large springs that support large mammals including elephant, giraffe , rhinoceros , lion , leopard , and kudu , and provide water for growths of small, thorny trees and some baobabs .

Grand Bara Desert

103 km² in djibouti.

Rock formations protruding in the Grand Bara Desert, Djibouti

The Grand Bara Desert in southern Djibouti is a dried-up lake bed, now made up of large sand flats interspersed with sparse desert grasses and shrubs. The desert is flat and infertile, with no bushes or trees, despite which several large species of mammals have adapted to live in the region, including dik-dik and oryx . The desert also plays host to the grueling annual 15 km Foreign Legion run.

Lompoul Desert

18 km² in senegal.

Sunset in the Lompoul Desert

The Lompoul desert is Africa’s smallest desert, lying in northwestern Senegal between Dakar and Saint-Louis. Easy access makes the desert a popular tourist destination with visitors there to admire the surrounding large orange sand dunes, reminiscent of the Sahara or Namib deserts.

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African desert faqs, what’s the largest desert in africa.

The Sahara is the largest desert in Africa, and the world’s largest hot desert – stretching across 12 countries and covering 9.2 million km² of North Africa.

How many deserts are there in Africa?

It’s generally accepted that there are nine unique deserts in Africa, though some of the larger deserts (like the Sahara and Kalahari deserts) are sometimes split into regions with separate names.

What deserts are in  South Africa?

There are three unique deserts in South Africa. The country is home to part of the Kalahari Desert and the Namib Desert, and all of the Karoo Desert.

And that’s our African deserts list complete. What are your thoughts – any information we’re missing? Or have you experienced any of these African deserts yourself? Let us know in the comments section below.

Beautiful!!!

Some experts, like those at World Atlas, do not separate the Kalahari from the Namibia, but consider the desert in Namibia to be part of the Kalahari.

Western Sahara desert is already Included in the MOROCCANS Desert; So you must stop these ignorance all over the “INTERNET” fanatics to mislead the uneducated “PEOPLE” around the WORLD all the time please.!!

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Acacia were absolutely fantastic on our 9 day tour. Our guide Krispen and our Driver Francis were top notch. Great food, lovely group, fantastic price. If you are looking into a trip around Africa I would highly recommend using Acacia.

Eric 25 October 2020

Stunning landscapes and amazing wildlife! Enjoyed watching the ever changing jawdropping landscapes and amazing wildlife with almost 360 views from your seat ... I LOVED IT. Elisabeth travelled on the Cape Town to Kenya tour that departed on the 28th December 2019. You can read her review in the link below.

eromaych 14 February 2020

An amazing way to see Namibia! Having local guides really made the experience and they gave you heaps of tips/recommendations. The truck made it easy to camp in awesome places and it was just an all round, incredible trip! Brianna travelled on the Cape Desert Safari - 11 day tour starting from Cape town, ending in Windhoek.

Brianna_98 28 December 2019

Best trip of my live! Thank you so much for the best trip ever Acacia. Everything was perfect and so authentic sleeping in tents and being able to contribute so you weren’t just a guest on tour - that made it feel like YOUR tour. The guides and drivers are so nice and friendly and the sites we visited along the way were incredible. Sitting around the fire every night and looking at the stars and hearing stories from the guides and the other participants on the trip makes everything so personal. I can highly recommend Acacia to everyone and I hope to be able to join a trip again some other time. Josephine travelled on the Desert Tracker - 19Day. Read the full review in the below link.

josephineolejas 11 December 2019

Emmalou2605 Just travelled on the Mozambique and Zimbabwe Explorer tour... I have previously overlanded with Acacia and another company so knew what to expect from the whole set up. I can honestly say this was the best of all my trips! Our guides were Servius and Clever - amazing guys who did everything they possible could to help us, the food was way better than I ever cook myself, they made sure we knew what was happening at all time, and also let us plan some of our own meals/eating away from the truck/special requests for Clever's Sadza and beef stew. The truck was a smaller overland truck and trailer (which I was worried about beforehand) but, as usual, it had all we needed and was perfect for the 6 of us on this tour. The 'walking with the rhinos' day with Ian at Matopos, and the Hwange game drives with Andy were highlights of all my trips to Africa. Make sure you ask lots of questions and learn as much as you can - these guys are experts. It was great to go to Mozambique and also Eastern Zimbabwe as not many companies do. The trip was a perfect mix of game drives, beaches, history and activities like bungee jumping and snorkelling. I've spent all my money, and 'done' all the East and Southern Africa routes - but I will be back! :) Read the full review from Emmalou2605 in the below link.

Emmalou2605 04 November 2019

I recently completed the 41 day Cape Town to Cape Town tour and I loved every minute of it! Africa has been on my bucket list for a long time and this experience did not disappoint. The tour itself was a fantastic way to really sink your teeth in and explore as much of the southern part of Africa as possible, taking you through spectacular landscapes, incredible animal sightings and unique cultures. Read more about Aussies epic adenture by clicking the tour review link below.

AussieStardust 11 October 2019

My husband and I are in our early 30s and joined Acacia Africa in February in Nairobi for the ‘28 days overland experience’... I went overlanding in Africa fully expecting to be on ‘Africa time’ – but we were very rarely delayed and managed to have time to do all of the activities we had picked this trip to do... Our guides stopped along the way to buy local produce from people selling on the road which we fully supported and felt we were properly supporting the local population during the trip. It was a very cost-efficient trip leaving lots of cash over for the activities... The wildlife encounters on the trip were phenomenal – we spent the whole time thinking we were on a David Attenborough show! This trip truly shows Africa at its very best.

jkerr2uk 18 September 2019

I just finished the 58-day Nairobi to Cape Town Ultimate African Overlander, camping the whole way down, and it was the GREATEST experience of my life... Our tour leader Pete and driver Francis were some of the nicest and funniest guys I had the pleasure of travelling with - and fantastic cooks! - as were Justin and Ali after our change of leadership in Livingstone. They offered a wealth of information at any time requested, and went a long way in making the tour even more incredible... I could never put in words just how fantastic this tour is, so suffice to say that if you’re looking for a change from your day-to-day life, if you somehow managed to get 2 months off work to travel, if you’re willing to let go of luxury and embrace simplicity, then don’t even hesitate about it and GO FOR IT!

Elodie C 21 September 2019

I booked a 3 week tour with Acacia Africa from Kruger to Cape Town & LOVED EVERY MINUTE! The guides are passionate, fun and full of information. The campsites are all diverse and great places to stay. The food surpassed my expectations and the activities (both included and optional extras) are FANTASTIC! I will definitely book again!

Tanyaghandour 31 August 2019

This is the only way to properly travel in Africa! The guides have done the routes so many times that they have so much local knowledge you can interact with. Hats off to our driver Sam who drove us the whole way with some very long stints! My 41 day tour was fabulous and I wish I could have stayed for longer!

Feecragg96 26 August 2019

AMAZING! The tour was good, crew was good, food was good, truck was good, and the group was amazing. Definitely would recommend!

Lucspetgens 19 August 2019

WOW, amazing time with the local tour leaders, drivers and the international group of people! The information was great and the places we visited were very beautiful!

Patrick Boersma 28 July 2019

AMAZING EXPERIENCE! We travelled with Acacia for 12 days; from Livingstone in Zambia, through Botswana and to Swakopmund in Namibia. It was a great trip, amazing adventures & memories for life. The guide and driver was local, telling stories about life in Africa, and those are the things that you really remember. Travelling to Africa for the first time, it was a great way to combine nature, culture and the different aspects of three countries. Will definitely recommend this tour if you enjoy outdoor- life and are not afraid to sleep in a tent, sometimes with elephants walking around and the sound of a hippo close by. Fantastic experience in an amazing continent.

Mari H 24 July 2019

Highlights of Tanzania 2019! I highly recommend booking an African tour through Acacia Africa. As a young, solo, female traveler I felt comfortable and safe the entire trip. Our lead guide Moyenda is an asset to the Acacia team, he is kind, knowledgeable, patient and funny. Our drivers Gledman and Clement were also incredibly kind and funny. The accommodated hotels were fantastic and the campsites were also very nice. I booked the camping option for the trip but was able to upgrade to a hotel room for a very reasonable price at each stop if I wanted (except the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, obviously). Zanzibar and Kendwa beach were spectacular and almost all of the excursions were fantastic. I’ve made so many friends on this trip and am so grateful for Acacia and their Africa expertise :)

Keirsten W 18 June 2019

A trip to Africa with Acacia was an unforgettable adventure of a lifetime! I have been to Africa before and I travelled to Southern Africa in 2015, and as the saying goes - once you go to Africa you never go just once. I went on this particular tour to tick off all the gems of East Africa in one go and the 36 days Rivers, Lakes and Mountains camping tour was unlike any other trip I had done before. I was apprehensive to say the least. However - it surpassed all expectations I had of a camping trip. The guides were so patient and helpful getting us set up and feeling comfortable. The tents are simple to assemble, that even an inexperienced camper will feel like a certified explorer in no time. Read more about Karlie's 36-Day Rivers, Lakes and Mountains tour review by clicking the link below.

Karlie B 12 June 2019

Once in a lifetime tour! Southern African Magic Accommodated exceeded my expectations. Not only did I experience what I called "National Geographic Live" and managed to see ALL the animals on my bucket list (but one), but the tour was also excellently organized. We had a great guide, Simon, who took care of us all. I have to specifically thank him for looking after my mom at times when she did not participate in scheduled activities. The accommodation were impressive considering that we sometimes were in the middle of nowhere. We always had a pool, great lounge areas and it was very atmospheric - really at times felt like one is on a luxury safari tour. The bungalows sometimes were in private game reserves (therefore increasing animal encounter possibilities) which I loved. I have to admit that I was nervous about the long drives, but the bus was spacious and comfortable and Simon was a very safe driver. The time went by painlessly looking out of panoramic 360 windows (yes, without curtains, but that meant unobstructed views) and listening to Simon on various subjects ( that we quizzed him on) including local life, history, food, etc. Also playing UNO with the rest of the gang. :) I work in the travel industry and I have to say I could not have picked a better tour for the quality and the price point. This was really a once in a lifetime experience, during which, my mother actually had to say: "Please, not another elephant." :D

Maderku 29 May 2019

The best trip I had to date! I would highly recommend Acacia Africa to everyone, in fact I have told several people about my trip as they were amazed by my posts online and wanted to book themselves. I was a solo traveler and opted to not camp and have accommodation throughout. If you enjoy camping this is a perfect trip for you as some of the places we stayed were amazing. For those who do accommodated it was brilliant out of all the places we stayed I wasn’t happy with two and that was only because we had been spoilt elsewhere. Great value for money all round. I met so many amazing people and would deffinitely do more trips with Acacia. Read Maxine B full review by clicking the link below.

Maxine B 13 May 2019

An excellent trip through Namibia! I recently took the desert explorer adventure. It's been an excellent experience, as it covered all highlights along the well-organized tour. The itinerary allowed enough time at every important stage but always kept it interesting. The insights of the tour guide and the friendly atmosphere along the fellow travellers even made the long bus drives interesting! I will definitely travel with Acacia again.

Trial24322962199 08 April 2019

Luck was on our side! Brilliant locations, excellent food, beautiful people and a great deal of fun. Our tour leader and driver made us feel we were on a trip with friends and family.

radaman1 31 January 2019

Would recommend for anyone! I had a great time travelling with Acacia and would recommend it to everyone. Eva and Joe were amazing guides and Stretch (Dom) was an absolute legend of a driver.

Discover45100882775 28 February 2019

ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE! My trip with Acacia Africa doing the 29- day East African explorer was absolutely incredible. Leading up to the trip I expected the bare minimum considering it is Africa, however, I was pleasantly surprised by the standards Acacia provided. The truck, whilst not luxurious, provided a good deal of comfort with safe lockers to store everyone’s luggage. The tents and camping was also better than expected, with the trip stopping at some really stunning campsites, most of which provided showers and wifi. Along the way we also had the option to upgrade to a room for the night if we wanted to get out of the tents. This was a great option, especially for the nights we arrived in the dark or if it was raining and there was always a variation of rooms with different prices available. Another pleasant surprise was the meals we were provided. My tour leaders Philile and Khumbu were fantastic cooks, always providing plenty of extremely delicious meals which were always bursting with flavour. Read Dream07140473293 full review by clicking below.

Dream07140473293 24 February 2019

MADE MY TRIP WORTHWHILE! Doing a tour with Acacia to Kruger National Park and Victoria Falls was by far the highlight of my trip. Our group leader Joe was fantastic and I'm amazed at how many great experiences we managed to fit into just one week. Would highly recommend booking a tour with Acacia.

Global0879439113337 23 February 2019

AMAZING EXPERIENCE! I had a great time with Acacia travelling around Eastern Africa. The layout of the trip and the smoothness to which it ran was amazing. The overland truck and its onboard facilities were of high standards and made the trip extremely comfortable and enjoyable. Our trip leader and driver were the best in the business - they were both very accommodating, friendly and knowledgeable people who made our trip the best it could be. Would recommend to anyone who wants to visit Africa.

Cruiser55651215695 22 February 2019

WOULD DO IT AGAIN! Loved everything. The food that Eva and Crispy served was divine every night! The campsites had amazing views. It's important to keep in mind to get places you have to ride on the truck - so you're on the road a lot but it's part of the experience. Definitely worth the money and would do a longer tour next time! We were very fortunate to have a cool diverse group of 13 mostly in the 20's so we all got along really well. Thanks Acacia!

Karise B 15 February 2019

AMAZING! I had the most incredible time overland trucking with Acacia Africa. The tents are easy if you aren’t accommodated, the food cooked by our wonderful tour leader Joe was phenomenal and our driver Phillip was just the funniest guy ever. I did a 34-day tour from Zanzibar to Livingstone, which I loved. There are lots of great activities to do along the way, and while you do spend some long periods on the truck there are two tables and you’re able to do lots with those you travel with such as cards, chess, games. There’s also a speaker on the truck that we were all able to listen to music here and there on. I never minded the long trips, and it was great meeting so many wonderful people along the way whom I will miss dearly. There is an age limit as well which I liked, being young I wanted to be with others who were also “younger” as well. Each group I travelled with had a range of 19-39 and we all got along so well. I personally highly recommend travelling with Acacia Africa if you’re looking for a tour to go with.

Trail585103 05 February 2019

Brilliant experience with various optional extras and experiences. We got to see the big five within a week of the adventure and everything there on was a blessing!

Tasha R 21 January 2019

Best Holiday! The best guide and chef, a perfect organised trip full of adventures, unique places visited- close to animals during the safari, fabulous Spitzkoppe with the most beautiful sunset, breathtaking canyon, famous dunes and Deadsvlei. Love Namibia thanks to Acacia.

Sisk1312 16 January 2019

I just got back from the Desert and Delta Express Northbound (12-day) route and I am happy with the tour overall. I enjoyed the camping and the tents and campsites were all good. You also could upgrade at most places if you ever needed. Breakfast/lunch was very basic and got a bit redundant (cereal/toast/sandwiches), but dinners were delicious usually something grilled at the campsite! We did make plenty of stops to restock on water and snacks. This was a participation tour, and we all rotated jobs between packing the truck, cleaning the truck, washing up, and cooking. I liked pitching in, but of course you have those that don't. Keep in mind this is an overland tour so you will have long days in the truck (with no a/c), and you just have the bare minimums! We did a lot of game drives and saw plenty of animals!...

Courtyard44 26 November 2018

We've been in 2 months Overland trough Africa; started from Nairobi, went trough Uganda, from east to west and than all the way down to Cape town. It's Been AMAZIN, even because our crew (Pete & Francis highly reccomended).

Pietro 14 November 2018

This was an amazing experience, exploring Botswana with a great group of 10 people for 7 days. We had some fantastic moments, watching the elephants cross the river in Chobe, seeing the milky way and the planets in the crystal clear Okavango night sky, watching the giraffes in the Khama Rhino Sanctuary, seeing bush babys scamper down the trees at one of the lodges, doing the flight over the Okvango delta, playing volleyball with the group at Maun, and much more. There was a lot of driving, some of it on pretty bumpy roads, and some of the accommodation is pretty basic, but its all worth it for the amazing things you see the brilliant people you meet and the memories you make. Also the bus was actually very spacious and air conditioned, and our guides Simon and Servius were very knowledgeable, incredible helpful and professional, both of which helped enormously to make the experience so good.

Stuart 14 October 2018

It was my first tour with Acacia, but maybe not the last one. I did the tour from Livingstone to Swakopmund and really liked the set of the tour: it was a combination of a lot of different experiences: Vic Falls, Safaris, Okavango Delta and then the desert in Namibia. Our driver and guide were both very professional, enthusiastic, but also funny and we all had a great time. I can highly recommend it!

Theresa 02 October 2018

I did this trip as a solo female traveller as part of a 18-39 tour. My group size varied from 10 to 19 people, and consisted of a great mix of ages, nationalities, and travel experience. I did the tour as a camper, and so I was in a tent most nights - the tents provided are sturdy and well suited to the climate, and all of the campsites were very good, most of them having hot showers, electricity, and basic wifi. The Acacia bus was secure, comfortable, and well equipped. All of my guides and drivers were absolutely lovely people, who obviously love their jobs and are passionate about everything that Africa has to offer. All in all, I will certainly be using Acacia again!

Alice M 11 September 2018

If you have any hesitation, just book it. It's great value for your money, and if your trip is anything like ours, you'll see incredible things, spend time with wonderful people, and learn lots from some of the best guides your could ever ask for. Special shout out to Jack (Moyenda) and Masai (Paul) our guides from Cape Town to Livingstone, who made living in tents and riding a big truck with 22 people some of the best times we've had. Don't worry about it being a participation tour--that really just means you'll help pack up the chairs from around the campfire, might cut up some vegetables, and will take a few turns cleaning some of the cookware. If you're not uniquely lazy, you'll probably even enjoy the few assigned tasks which help bond the group--especially the dance of the dishes. A few tips: pack light (you don't need that many sets of clothes), bring warm clothes for the chilly nights if you're there in winter (the right clothes and a good blanket make all the difference), buy yourself a good pillow when you arrive (you can donate it at the end), plan to do some of the optional activities (almost all of them were worth it), and keep in mind that you'll see some incredible places that you'll certainly feel the need to come back to for a longer stay. Also, the food is incredible, so don't worry about that. Plus, the toilets, showers, and wifi were generally clean, hot, and working adequately where that was advertised.

Lisa J 14 September 2018

I just travelled through East Africa with Acacia Adventures and it’s been one of the best trips of my life. The guides throughout the trip were fantastic, being both hospitable and knowledgeable. The truck was spacious and comfortable and the lockers at the back for our bags were super convenient. The tents were easy to put up and pack up. The food was AMAZING! I never expected to put on weight on this trip but it definitely happened haha. I still can’t believe how Sam and Crispin managed to produce such amazing food while camping. As far as the itinerary goes, we got to see all the hot spots with some unexpected additions. For those going to see the Gorilla’s, the Chimpanzee trekking was an addition that I didn’t expect to be a highlight, but it went so far above and beyond my expectations. It was one of the most moving experiences and I loved every moment I spent in the jungle with them. The accommodation in Zanzibar was absolutely beautiful. I would definitely travel with Acacia again, this trip was the best way to spend six weeks and Africa was the adventure of a lifetime.

Steph B 24 August 2018

We visited nice places with really friendly people and guides. An adventure that we will never forget. I can really recommend travelling with Acacia!

Jelte31 20 August 2018

In my opinion, Acacia Africa is the perfect way to see the spectacular splendour of Africa. The trips combine a perfect combination of tourism and exposure to the real Africa. The guides are extremely knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. Each days itinerary is very carefully explained the night before. The drivers keep your safety in mind at all time and double as excellent spotters of animals while on safari. While the accommodations are not luxurious, they are perfectly satisfactory and I loved supporting local businesses rather than chains. The food provided exceeded my expectations. It was delicious and there was always enough to have seconds. While traveling through Africa itself can present unexpected challenges, traffic, bad roads, unexpected breakdowns, the team handled everything professionally and kept us happy and well cared for. It all just added to the experience. A special shout out to our guide Liz Njuguna whose energy and enthusiasm made our trip unforgettable. If you want a vacation, go to the Caribbean. If you want an adventure go with Acacia Africa.

Roldan L 13 August 2018

I had a fantastic time on this accommodated Cape Desert Safari Tour which was perfectly organised. The accommodation was great and we also slept 2 nights in a tent, which was easy to put up. The truck we used was perfect for this kind of trip and well equipped with all the travelling necessities including a freezer. Our driver (Khumbu) and guide (Philile) were amazing, professional and shared a wealth of knowledge. The meals they prepared were outstanding! Read the full review here.

wernervanvlasselaer 23 July 2018

I joined the Kruger, Swaziland and Beach 7-day tour as a camping guest but only actually camped for 3 nights where we had excellent facilities. In Swaziland, we were able to upgrade from camping to log cabin dorms for just R15 a night. On the final night we were in permanent tents with beds and linen. All locations had excellent communal facilities. There were lots of meals included and catered for vegetarians and gluten-free too. The food was very very good. Jack was our guide and a fabulous guide and chef! There were lots of included activities and everything was arranged perfectly. Compared with other tour operators, Acacia was much cheaper but do not compromise on quality so highly recommended. It was also cheaper than doing this route independently too.

travelaholic007 14 July 2018

I travelled on the Desert Tracker 19-day tour and it was my most memorable trip ever! My favourite part was the mokoro canoes in the Okavango Delta in Botswana. 100% recommend Acacia😊 Remember to bring warm clothes and a solid sleeping bag if you’re camping, the temperature drops ALOT as soon as the sun goes down.

Embla V 11 July 2018

I am not long back from the East African Explorer 21 day tour and thought I would share my experience. Overall, the tour was well organised and the guides ensured we felt safe at all times. The truck was well equipped and I was surprised at how comfortable the seats were - so comfortable I was able to sleep despite the 'African massages' along the way. Some of the journeys on this trip are quite long but they are unavoidable if you want to see these parts of Africa. Anyway, the route was quite scenic and the guides provided info about the surrounding area along the way and we stopped every so often to stretch our legs. The main guide, Sammy, also informed us when to stock up on snacks and drinks at the better supermarkets as a lot of the local shops were poorly supplied as you can imagine. Most of the stops had some form of toilet however my group found that the bush toilets were generally cleaner (this is Africa after all). The tents provided were pretty good and the mattresses were spot on too. I have to say, one of the things I was anxious about before going on the trip was the quality of the meals as catering for large groups often leads to small portions of massively overdone food but both Sam and Ali were great cooks and we always had plenty to eat. Read more about RCrozier's East African Explorer tour and find out about the highlights along the way by clicking on the link below.

rcrozier 28 June 2018

I travelled from Livingstone to Nairobi with Acacia. The service provided was second to none. I was worried about travelling to Africa due to safety but at no time did I feel unsafe. Our tour leader and driver were very professional and offered a lot of information and went out of their way to help with anything we needed. The camp sites were all great. I loved there was an option to upgrade for a small fee in a lot of locations. The food was awesome and there was always plenty available. I would highly recommend Acacia Africa. I would definitely travel with them again.

Jessicalpulver 16 June 2018

9 days Gorilla Trekking - Troop to the Gorilla (TTG9) This is my 2nd review for Acacia Africa as I decided to go back and do another tour as my first tour was life changing and they did not disappoint. I did a 9 day tour from Kampala to Jinja around Uganda - the main reason was to see the Gorillas at Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The tour was run by Masai and Maja and they were incredible! They are both such lovely people and made the tour run smoothly and ensured we got the most out of our trip. I would highly recommend Acacia Africa for an incredible life changing experience. It is great value for money and you will honestly experience things that you will never forget.

Tej_Chau 13 June 2018

Amazing! 7 Day Camping INSIDE National Parks from Vic Falls to Okavango Delta We heard the lions roar! The "7 Day Best of Botswana" tour had us camping inside the National Parks. No fences! Inside our tents with elephants roaming around outside... and lions. When a lion roars at night you wake up - instantly. They can be heard up to 8kms. One night after the elephants had passed us by maybe 100 meters from our tents I started to hear a male lion's deep roar... that kept getting closer... I must have dozed off till a hugely loud roar seemed just meters away. Later roars told it was moving away. We jumped up early into our LandCruiser and quickly found the lion tracks as close as 300 meters from our camp. If a close-up adventure with the animals is what you are after there is nothing I can recommend better than camping right along with them. It has an expert driver/guide (Morgan) and a chef (Noga). All we had to do was put our tents up and they did the rest, from feeding to educating us. We had 7 on our trip which is just about full so there's not a whole gaggle of tourists but a small group of really interesting people. My memories of sleepless nights under the stars with wild animals so close to camp will remain with me the rest of my life. At any price, a lifetime memory is worth it... that this safari is one of the

AusieMark1 11 June 2018

Our guide Colin was hands down the best guide I have ever had, there is honestly nothing he could have done better. Our driver Philip was also a great guy with the biggest laugh.

Emmalou 01 March 2018

Our driver Lawrence was absolutely amazing and took care of all our needs and wants!

Daviescolley 05 January 2018

We started our tour in Cape Town then headed towards Cederberg and all the way up to Swakopmund. Our tour guide, Pete, was INCREDIBLE and our driver Ben was awesome too!! They were both so inviting and fun. We were unsure what to expect with the food as well but we were pleasantly surprised with how good it was and well portioned. I HIGHLY recommend this company and this tour. I wouldn't go with anyone else after my amazing experience I had.

Shelby W 14 July 2017

I just finished a tour with Acacia (African Insight - NAI7) to Zimbabwe and Zambia. The Guides Justin and Khumbu did an excellent job. The food was outstanding and better than a 5 stars restaurant. Very Yummy!!!! Overall, a great experience camping.

Beautyking2017 27 June 2017

I hopped onto the Kruger to Durban 7 days (KSB7) tour (also part of Kruger to Capetown 19 days). The tour guides were lovely and they cooked the best food! I did not find this tour expensive and if you want to travel around for a good price with a group, I can certainly recommend this tour. There was a fair bit of driving, however there were plenty stops too. The table in the truck was great to play cards and kill some time on the long drive days. I highly recommend Acacia and would use them again.

Molly T 02 June 2017

Our group of 3 women traveled with Acacia Africa in August 2016 on their small group safari, Southern African Magic Accommodated. We cannot say enough good things about our tour. Our tour leader, Lawrence, was attentive, knowledgeable, and had a good command of the English language. Our safety was his main concern and we were thankful for that. Our tour group consisted of 12 travelers, ranging in age from 25 to 67 and women outnumbering men 9 to 3. We found all accommodation on the tour to be comfortable with some lodges even having pools. The food served at the lodges was delicious and plentiful and gave us the opportunity to sample some local cuisine. Thank you for selecting lodges with local colour and flair. It brought us closer to the African people. Our itinerary included the main game parks and tourist sights in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana. Yes, there were long days on the road but it gave us an opportunity to get to know our fellow travelers better. Read more about hsterghi's adventure on the South African Magic tour on Trip Advisor.

hsterghi 03 February 2017

I did the 43 day trip from Kenya to Cape Town and it was the best thing I have ever done! The trip covered so many highlights which have made it hard to narrow it down to which ones were the best! The trip started off at the famous parks of the Masai Mara and the Serengeti before making our way to the beaches of Zanzibar and Lake Malawi. We then headed for Livingstone to enjoy the adrenaline activities such as Devil's Pool and Bungee before crossing over to Botswana, the Okavango Delta and Namibia, the Namib desert, ending at the beautiful city of Cape Town. This is just a nutshell but there is a lot more activities involved at all the places. The thing that made this trip incredible was our tour guide Rachel and truck driver Sam - they are the perfect team and made this experience unforgettable. I would happily book another tour with Acacia, it was very organised and completely blew my expectations out of the water. Thank you for giving me the experience of a lifetime.

Tej-Chau 30 January 2017

I have just come back from the 19 Day South West Safari from the Vic Falls (Zambia) to Cape Town. This is a camping tour in an overland truck for 18 - 39-year-olds. I thoroughly recommend this route if you don't have time to do the full circuit from Uganda to Cape Town. We have seen so many different landscapes like the open plains in Botswana to the sand dunes in the Namib Desert. I went to Africa with no expectations for what animals I was going to see as I didn't want to be disappointed if I didn't see them... oh boy, was I impressed! We had seen over 100 elephants (Botswana has the highest population in Africa), countless Zebra, Giraffe, Hippos, Lion, 7 Rhinos (people who had been on the tour since Kenya hadn't even seen one yet), Buffalo + so much more. The only animal we didn't see was a Leopard, but they are really rare and remember this is the wild, no sighting is guaranteed! Our driver Sam and tour guide Rachel are both two of the nicest people I've ever met, both from Kenya. They were so informative, like two books of knowledge about everywhere our tour went and the countries we visited. Rachel is a fabulous cook, it was like eating at a fine-dining restaurant every night. They were the best guide's I've ever had, out of all the tours I've been on over the world. Overall - we are going back to Africa next year to do East Africa and I wouldn't even consider a different tour company to Acacia for a second. Read more about Katy's response on Trip Advisor about the tour pricing and tips.

Katy P 30 January 2017

I just came back from a 7-day Small Groups accommodated tour from Johannesburg to Vic Falls with Acacia Africa. This was one of my best travel experiences ever! The itinerary was great as it allows you to see all the main highlights along the route. We were able to see four out of the big five - just because leopards are very difficult to spot during the day. We stayed in very nice places and the lodges/guesthouses/hotels were nice and clean. Our tour guide, Lawrence, was incredible - with a great sense of humor and he made sure everybody's interests were met. He was fantastic at creating a true family spirit within the group despite that the composition of the group was changing along the way. All local tours in the national parks were amazing as he provided lots of information along the way, even taking us as close as possible to the animals. At some point, we were as close as 5 meters to white rhinos. Oh, and the food was amazing! I didn't expect steaks, nice big salads etc. included in the package. If I ever decide to take another tour in Africa, Acacia will be my go-to company. Well done! I will definitely recommend this to other travelers.

Liza B 09 January 2017

“BEST TOUR EVER!” I did a 14-day overland from Vic Falls to Johannesburg including Mozambique and it was the best two weeks I have ever spent! We saw all the attractions you could ever want to see and had plenty of time to do our own exploring if we wanted to. There were also plenty of opportunities to do our own activities and have as much fun as we could. The camping facilities were amazing! Tents and food were provided including a cooked breakfast every morning and dinners to die for. Our tour leader Shingi was the most enthusiastic person I have ever met and is really knowledgeable, helpful and flexible. (We love you, Mama). Our driver Jairos was equally lovely and drove our truck amazingly on the bumpy roads of Africa. I would definitely recommend this tour for 18-39-year-olds and is a must do adventure.

Weesiepe 04 January 2017

We are a German family with 3 teenagers and had a wonderful tour through South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana. Acacia has put together a very exciting trip through these three countries, visiting Kruger NP, Victoria Falls, Chobe NP and Okavango Delta. We were travelling with a small group of German, English and Italian people, all very nice. We had the perfect tour guide, Simon, who was always very supportive, calm and reliable in all situations. A big, big thank you to Simon. The lodges were clean and comfortable, we enjoyed the African style and friendly people. We booked the tour via the agency African Budget Safaris, which also was very good, providing all information about the tours. Especially the agent Claire Monson helped us a lot, a big thank you. We really recommend this tour, if you are looking for an adventure trip for the whole family without driving on your own. The National Parks were amazing, we never saw so many wild animals so close in nature, the rangers were very skilled and explained all details.

Stefan M 01 September 2016

I just finished the overland camping trip from Cape Town to Victoria Falls/Livingstone. Amazing!! The guide and driver - yo Big Sam! - were great, nothing was too much trouble and they really worked hard to make sure we all had an incredible time. The itinerary was perfect, we got to see and do so many amazing things - the Okavango Delta, dune 45, sandboarding, skydiving, Chobe National Park, Vic Falls... I could name so much more! And the campsites were incredible, think watching shooting stars on a huge rock in the middle of nowhere, or camping literally next to a elephant watering hole with no fences around you! If you have doubts about camping please don't - the mattresses were A LOT more comfy than i expected, the tents were HUGE and i had hot showers most of the time! And the FOOD. I definitely put on a few kgs. Overall it was an incredible experience with an amazing group of people that I wouldn't hesitate to recommend! Thanks acacia!

Lucy34_12 23 July 2016

The highlight of our tour to Victoria Falls was our excellent guide Simon. He really went above and beyond to keep us happy and safe. Simon's enthusiasm is infectious, he is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about show what Southern Africa has to offer. We had an unavoidable change of itinerary due to the political situation in Zimbabwe and Simon was able to keep us well informed and make alternate arrangements. The tour itself was a great way for us to see Kruger, Botswana and Victoria Falls. There are some long days driving but the spectacular views of Victoria Falls are worth it. The accommodation is adequate, with the first 2 nights at Nsele Lodge a highlight. The host are very welcoming and the food amazing. We would recommend Acacia Africa to anyone looking for a guided tour in Africa.

David R 08 July 2016

From Vic Falls to JoBurg - camping all the way. So much fun and what an experience. Great guide! Beautiful places to visit. Highlight was Elephant Sands!!

Lori26 02 June 2016

The whole trip was spectacular from the border crossings to the safaris in the truck every bit of it was cultural and enjoyable. The scenery is something from a story book, from lush rainforests to salt lakes and sand dunes it's incredible that you get to see so much in one continent.

Alex M 06 April 2016

As a solo woman traveler I would totally recommend booking with this company! You get to meet a lot of people on the truck and the tour guide makes everything so much easier and pleasant.

andreaperezdeacha 26 April 2016

Fantastic tour from joburg to Victoria falls. Very knowledgeable guide who gave great facts without personal opinion. Fantastic value also.

Dean R 13 May 2016

I can't pick my favourite moment - Sleeping under the stars at Spitzkoppe, skydive in Swakopmund, swarms of elephants in Chobe, rafting on the Zambezi, bushman walk in the Kalahari, scenic flight over the Okavango Delta. These incredible experiences will stay with me for the rest of my life.

K M 03 April 2016

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Morocco tours - Marrakech 7 days from Marrakech desert tours

Visit the heart of africa visit the vivid marrakech.

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Arrival in marrakech.

Arrival in Marrakech.free day to take contact with the place: one of the four imperial cities of Morocco. Famous for having numerous monuments recognized as a world heritage site, and its famous square of Jemaa El Fna .You can visit its different and characteristic neighborhoods, the modern city: Gueliz Hivernage Palmeraie, Mellah (Jewish quarter) … or carry through the streets of the Medina, Jmaa El Fna Square , which was the scene of numerous outdoor activities : jugglers, musicians, fakirs, snake charmers , jugglers … to awaken all your senses with its multiple sounds, smells, flavors and colors that characterize it. Accommodation in Riyadh.

Marrakech Dades Gorges

After breakfast we’ll take care of Marrakech Dades gorges.On the way crosses the mountains of the High Atlas mountains, crossing the Tizi n’Tichka, thread the way among many peoples of nomadic Berbers who live in the area .spectacular scenery that will take us up to the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou , famous for being the scene of more than two dozen films , including ” Babel” .Continue to Ouarzazate through the Valley of the Roses voyage, arriving at The Dades gorges, where begins the “road of the thousand kasbahs” .Dades Valley accommodation and dinner in the hotel.

Dades Gorges Todra Gorge Merzouga

Breakfast at the hotel .We headed to the Todra Gorge, a place where you can take a stroll through its grand canyon walls more than 200 meters in height , to exit to the desert through the palm of Tafilalet. Arrival at the hotel on foot of the dunes, where you can walk by the fine sand of the Erg Chebbi, relax and enjoy the beauty of its landscapes .In the evening , savor a delicious Moroccan dish.The Night in the hotel room .

Tour Merzouga Erg Chebbi Merzouga around:

After a hearty moroccan breakfast, up to 4 ×4 to start the tour in the dunes of the Erg Chebbi, populated region of the desert of sand: Among the many stops that we expect, we’ll find out how and where the traveller families living in the area, wild oasis in the middle of nowhere and the spectacular landscapes of the desert and in small villages, palm … Inevitable stop while passing through the village of Khamelia people originating in Mali, who will make us enjoy a good Gnawa music concert , while the delicious taste of the tea .return to the hotel, we expect the camels for more than an hour and a half , the path of threads between the dunes and in the heart of the desert to see the beautiful sunset . Wrapped by the large sand dune, and enjoying the music of drums, dinner and Moroccan tea , you can see the immense sky of stars and sleep in nomadic tents.

Merzouga Rissani zigzag path to Exit Valley Middle Atlas Fez

We get up early in the morning , to see another great show in the dunes of the Moroccan Sahara : the spectacular sunrise. once more of his camel to another route back to the hotel. Breakfast and shower, and proceeded to Rissani. We walked to where it is known as the most authentic and traditional souks of Morocco, and the largest in the south of the country , where it is traded with all kinds of crafts, food, and the animals.we continue to Erfoud, the ancient gateway to the desert , is famous for the work offossils, crossing the zigzag path to Exit breathtaking valley , with more than 18,000 palm trees, to arrive at Midelt was questioned for.stop for lunch and continue our way through Ifrane Fez (also known as the Switzerland Moroccan aesthetics of their buildings)arrive to Fez, and transfer to the hotel .

Free day to explore the city Fez Another of the four imperial cities . In Morocco it is regarded as the religious and cultural center of the country. Its university, famous for the study of Arabic language and Islam, is a crossing point of many Moroccan students .You will have time to stroll and meet its different neighborhoods, the new area or Fez el-Jdid, where you find the Mellah (Jewish Quarter), the Ville Nouvelle (New Village) French area in the northwest of the city and , of course, the Fez of Bali, the old, within the limits of the walls .you can walk through the streets and feel transported to worlds in the past when the potters, blacksmiths, craftsmen and donkeys loaded with goods from different cultures live side by side with the tourists who pass through its labyrinthine alleys. Also famous for the souk of the tanners, you will be able to participate in the medieval roots artisan process in which they are the bright colors of leather.

Fez airport

Transfer to the airport for your departure flight (must be the last day of the trip) .

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