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“The accommodations ranged from excellent to adequate. The location in Maun was good in many ways including the food.” Donna Steadman, traveled in July 2018
- Christmas & New Year
- Kruger National Park, Open Vehicle Game Drive with Resident Guide
- Bakone Open Air Cultural Museum
- Victoria Falls Visit
“Well organized safari from start to the end. I enjoyed every minute of it.” Velmah Vidah, traveled in September 2023
- Experience the natural thrill of wildlife encounters.
- Witness the circle of life in action on the African plains.
- Indulge in fine authentic African cuisine.
“We find Serengeti African Tours. Everthings was great best Lodge, proffesional guide.” Amina Paul, traveled in June 2024
- Explore Tarangire's diverse landscapes
- See flamingoes at Lake Manyara
- Experience Chagga culture at Materuni
“the experiences were wonderful. Well done Sunway you have 2 amazing and absolute gentlemen working for you.” Marion McMahon, traveled in April 2019
- Pole through the Okavango Delta
- Witness Victoria Falls
- Cruise along the Chobe River
“The safari was very well organized but remained flexible. If we expressed an interest in something, more of it was added in.” Jill Taylor, traveled in July 2023
- Wildlife Trekking
- Gorilla Trekking
- Meet white rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- Explore Kidepo Valley's wild savannahs
- Witness Murchison Falls' powerful cascade
“Everything was well organized, food was amazing and the accomodations great. Booking with Mukisa safaris was definitely the right decision.” Barbara und Torsten, traveled in October 2023
- Trek gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Meet the Karamajong at a local homestead
- Hike through the stunning Sipi Falls
“The vastness and grandness of the places toured and the unbound joyful spirit of the people.” Brent Cook, traveled in September 2022
- Explore Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Meet your group and CEO in the evening
“It was a great and unforgettable stay. Very well organised.” Nicole, traveled in September 2015
- Enjoy full-day safaris in Masai Mara
- Track the Great Migration in Serengeti
- Explore Nairobi on your first day
“From the moment we arrived in Nairobi to the final farewell, every day was filled with awe-inspiring moments and unforgettable experiences.” Ali Dareen Khan, traveled in October 2023
- Explore Ol Pejeta's rare black rhinos
- Fly to Samburu for unique wildlife sightings
- Enjoy game drives in Amboseli National Park
“We loved the safari overall and all the staff at every location were truly fantastic.” Christine Clark, traveled in July 2024
- Encounter tree-climbing lions, elephants, and various bird species.
- Enjoy wildlife and bird watching in the park- Witness herds of wildebeest, zebra, and predators.
- Enjoy the picturesque setting against the Rift Valley escarpment.
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Take a walk on the wild side on an African safari.
The word “safari” means “journey” in Swahili. And a safari in Africa is all about the journey. While seeing a leopard munch on a freshly caught gazelle or spying a curious lion cub venture away from its mother’s protective embrace will be highlights of your trip, you’ll discover the journey is as much a part of your trip as the destination.
The road-trip games you play with your new travel mates, the feeling of the wind (and maybe a little dust) in your hair when you’re traveling down long, winding roads, and the young Maasai boy who waved at you as you passed him along the road will stay with you long after you return.
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Go on safari through Kruger National Park, one of the largest game reserves in Southern Africa . This massive park is one of the premier safari spots in all of Africa and for good reason; it’s home to over 500 bird species, 100 species of reptile and 150 mammal species, including the Big Five and the endangered African wild dog.
Venture deep into the steamy jungles of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in search of the rare mountain gorilla. With a local guide to lead you, you’ll trek into the forest to spend one unforgettable hour watching and hanging out with a family of gorillas. A close encounter with these gentle giants is an extraordinary African experience that will always stay with you.
The only thing more magical than witnessing the great wildebeest migration across the Serengeti? Seeing it from the sky in a hot air balloon. As the herds of wildebeest and thousands of other animals travel from Serengeti National Park to the greener pastures of the Masai Mara National Reserve, you can watch their journey and enjoy incredible views from a unique perspective.
The Okavango Delta has a unique system of waterways that are home to an immense array of wildlife. The best way to explore it is in a mokoro, a traditional dugout canoe. Visit in May to September, when animals are confined to small islands created by the annual flood, making it easy to spot great herds of elephant and antelope, hippos, crocodiles, lions, cheetahs and more.
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On our safari trips you’ll stay in billion-star accommodation. That’s our way of saying you’re sleeping under the night sky, camping in the great outdoors. On our Basix and sections of Original trips, you’ll stay in two-person canvas tents that our crew will help you set up. And on our Comfort trips, you’ll be staying in permanent tented camps and lodges (think glamping instead of camping).
Campsite facilities can sometimes be basic, but wherever possible, we make sure there are Western-style toilets and warm water available. But you’ll find it’s worth sacrificing a warm shower or two when you’re waking up to sunrise over the Masai Mara.
On our safari trips, your main mode of transport is an overland truck, a purpose-built vehicle made for driving through Africa’s winding, and sometimes bumpy, country roads. While the trucks don’t have air conditioning, they do have sliding windows which let in the breeze and make it even easier to take spectacular snaps of the local wildlife. The trucks are also equipped with power outlets to charge your camera, phone and other devices on the go.
For more info on our overland trucks, see our Africa overland page .
When is the best time to go on safari?
Generally speaking, January, February and June to October are the best times to go on safari in Africa. This is the dry season, so animals tend to come out into more open spaces in search of water, making them easier to spot. However, you’ll be able to spot animals all year round and you’ll enjoy fewer crowds if you travel outside peak season.
Read more about the best time to go on safari .
Where is the best place to go on safari?
The best place to go on safari depends on what kind of animals you’d like to see and what other activities you’d like to do in destination. We offer safaris to some of the best safari destinations in eastern and southern Africa, like Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Namibia and more.
Read more about how to choose your ideal African safari .
Am I guaranteed to see animals on safari?
While we can’t guarantee you’ll spot the Big 5, you’d have to be profoundly unlucky to see no animals at all. On our trips, you’ll explore some of the best game parks and national reserves in the world. These protected areas are filled with a huge variety of different species and your expert driver and local leader will help you spot animals.
What are the “Big 5”?
The “Big 5” used to refer to the five big game animals that were the most difficult to hunt. Now that most shooting is done on a camera, the Big 5 are the most exciting animals to spot while on safari: the lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo.
What should I pack for safari?
Loose, light clothing in neutral colours is the best attire for a safari (dark colours will get hot in the sun and can attract the Tsetse fly). You’ll also want a sun hat, some good walking shoes, a camera, sunscreen and bug spray. For more details, check out our ultimate Africa packing guide .
What type of food will be served on safari?
On our Basix trips, you’ll have a cook traveling with you while you are on safari who will whip up a variety of local flavors and Western-style dishes. Along your route, your cook will stop to purchase fresh, locally sourced food for your meals. You can expect a variety of things for breakfast like fruit, eggs, toast and cereal; lunch is often sandwiches and salads; and dinner is usually a hearty meal like pasta, curry or a BBQ.
On our Original and Comfort trips there will be more meals at camps and lodges along the way. No matter what you’re craving, you definitely will not be going hungry on safari.
What are the toilets and showers like on safari?
Most of the permanent tented camps will have a private bathroom with flushing toilets and showers with warm water.
Many of the campsites we stay at have communal facilities with flushing toilets and showers with warm water. However, in some of the more remote areas, there may only be basic facilities (toilets and cold running water).
Can you accommodate accessibility requirements on your safari tours?
We are committed to making travel accessible to everyone, so we will work with you to assess whether you will be able to complete an existing itinerary, or whether we will be able to make reasonable adjustments to meet your needs before you book. Please see our accessible travel page for more information.
What is internet and phone access like on safari?
Some of our hotels and campsites will have Wi-Fi, however Internet and phone access may be limited in more remote areas. But you won’t miss it when you’re watching a pride of lions prowl through long grass or enjoying a drink around the campfire with your group.
This world and the animals that call it home are precious, and we believe it’s our responsibility to help preserve them. We do not include or condone any activities that exploit animals on our safari trips, including hunting, feeding or interacting with animals in any way. We believe that wild animals should be observed in the wild, from a respectful distance.
Some tips for being a wildlife-friendly traveler include never buying animal products, not participating in activities that include contact with the animals, and not including location tags on social media posts (some poachers have gone high-tech and use social media to track rare animals’ locations).
Read more about our Animal Welfare Policy here .
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