Africa Short Safari

Short Safaris and Treks

You’d like to check out a smaller region of Africa rather than multi-country touring, you prefer independent or small group safaris, you’d like to experience a lot in a short space of time, and you’d like to do specific activities like hiking or canoeing, while still on a budget, you’d like the opportunity to choose your type of accommodation.

Short Safaris and Treks gives you the option (in most cases) of choosing between camping and rustic accommodation or more comfortable private en-suite rooms, while still retaining adventurous touring during the day. The two different styles of accommodated tours run independently from each other. This choice of adventures is designed for small groups or individuals whatever their budget in terms of comfort and style. We use local guides on these tours, whose local knowledge is sure to enhance your experience of Africa.

Short Safaris and Treks:

• from US$ 875 + local payments + supplements

  Mara Lodge Safari 2013 Starts. Ends. Duration. Visits. Mara Lodge Safari 2013 Trip Notes Nairobi, Kenya Nairobi, Kenya 3 days (Tour code : 13MLS3) Kenya This short tour visits Kenya’s greatest game reserve. It is the location of one of the world’s greatest movement of large animals – the annual migration when hundreds of thousands of hoofed animals follow the rains across the plains in search of new pastures. But at all times of the year, the reserve offers rewarding safaris and is home to the ‘Big 5’ and many other equally interesting animals and birds.

• from US$ 1565 + local payments + supplements

  Mountain Gorilla Express 2013 Starts. Ends. Duration. Visits. Mountain Gorilla Express 2013 Trip Notes Kampala, Uganda Kampala, Uganda 3 days (Tour code : 13MGE3) Uganda Trekking rare mountain gorillas in the misty mountains of Central Africa, where the last few surviving mountain gorillas may be seen, is one of Africa’s greatest wildlife experiences. On this short Ugandan safari, there is also time to admire the lush highlands of southwest Uganda – the Switzerland of Africa – dotted with patches of tangled rainforest, picturesque lakes, friendly villages and rural landscapes.

• from US$ 2395 + local payments + supplements

  Mountain Gorilla Express (Accommodated) 2013 Starts. Ends. Duration. Visits. Mountain Gorilla Express (Accommodated) 2013 Trip Notes Kampala, Uganda Kampala, Uganda 3 days (Tour code : 13GTE3) Uganda Trekking rare mountain gorillas in the misty mountains of Central Africa, where the last few surviving mountain gorillas may be seen, is one of Africa’s greatest wildlife experiences. On this short Ugandan safari, there is also time to admire the lush highlands of southwest Uganda – the Switzerland of Africa – dotted with patches of tangled rainforest, picturesque lakes, friendly villages and rural landscapes.

• from US$ 1165 + local payments + supplements

  Masai Mara & Lakes (Lodge) 2013 Starts. Ends. Duration. Visits. Masai Mara & Lakes (Lodge) 2013 Trip Notes Nairobi, Kenya Nairobi, Kenya 4 days (Tour code : 13MMLN4) Kenya The Great Rift Valley is characterised by scenic lakes and game-rich pastures on the valley floor, and dramatic peaks and ridges along its escarpment. This rewarding short tour takes in Kenya’s best-known parks; Lake Nakuru, which is famed for its thousands of flamingos that form a bright pink ‘fringe’ around the lakeshore, and the Masai Mara, home to the ‘Big 5’ and other wildlife that stalks the endless plains.

• from US$ 1215 + local payments + supplements

  Lion & Elephant Encounter 2013 Starts. Ends. Duration. Visits. Lion & Elephant Encounter 2013 Trip Notes Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe 5 days (Tour code : 13LEE5) Zimbabwe The Victoria Falls plunge dramatically into the Zambezi River gorge and this awesome spectacle is best-viewed from the tropical rainforest in the Victoria Falls National Park. The region is home to a magnificent array of wildlife, and you can get up close and personal with two of the renowned ‘Big 5’ by riding elephants and walking with lions in the pristine African bush.

• from US$ 2765 + local payments + supplements

  Magic of the Mountain Gorilla 2013 Starts. Ends. Duration. Visits. Magic of the Mountain Gorilla 2013 Trip Notes Kampala, Uganda Kampala, Uganda 5 days (Tour code : 13MMG5) Uganda The rainforests of south western Uganda is home to about half of the world’s last remaining mountain gorillas, and this safari takes you for a very special wildlife encounter with these magnificent apes in their natural habitat. We also enjoy game drives and boat rides to see other fascinating wildlife, and explore the beautiful terraced hillsides of Uganda, dotted with picturesque lakes and rural landscapes.

• from US$ 3875 + local payments + supplements

  Mountain Gorilla Expedition 2013 Starts. Ends. Duration. Visits. Mountain Gorilla Expedition 2013 Trip Notes Kampala, Uganda Kampala, Uganda 5 days (Tour code : 13MGE5) Uganda The rainforests of south western Uganda is home to about half of the world’s last remaining mountain gorillas, and this safari takes you for a very special wildlife encounter with these magnificent apes in their natural habitat. We also enjoy game drives and boat rides to see other fascinating wildlife, and explore the beautiful terraced hillsides of Uganda, dotted with picturesque lakes and rural landscapes.

• from US$ 2175 + local payments + supplements

  Tanzania Game Parks 2013 Starts. Ends. Duration. Visits. Tanzania Game Parks 2013 Trip Notes Nairobi, Kenya Nairobi, Kenya 6 days (Tour code : 13TGP6) Kenya, Tanzania The combined region of Tanzania’s northern circuit parks is one of Africa’s largest natural habitats for big game. This tour takes in rewarding wildlife viewing on the vast sun-baked plains in search of the 'Big 5', while lakes, acacia forests and rocky outcrops, harbour numerous other animals and birds.

• from US$ 2375 + local payments + supplements

  Tanzania Wildlife Safari 2013 Starts. Ends. Duration. Visits. Tanzania Wildlife Safari 2013 Trip Notes Nairobi, Kenya Nairobi, Kenya 6 days (Tour code : 13TWLS6) Kenya, Tanzania 6 Days from Nairobi visiting Tanzania's famous Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater staying in confortable local hotels and permanent tents all with ensuite facilities

• from US$ 2230 + local payments + supplements

  Tanzania Wildlife Safari (Moshi Start) 2013 Starts. Ends. Duration. Visits. Tanzania Wildlife Safari (Moshi Start) 2013 Trip Notes Moshi, Tanzania Moshi, Tanzania 6 days (Tour code : 13TWLS6M) Kenya, Tanzania 6 Days from Moshi visiting Tanzania's famous Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater staying in confortable local hotels and permanent tents all with ensuite facilities

• from US$ 1025 + local payments + supplements

  Kilimanjaro Trek - Marangu Route - Moshi start 2013 Starts. Ends. Duration. Visits. Kilimanjaro Trek - Marangu Route - Moshi start 2013 Trip Notes Moshi, Tanzania Moshi, Tanzania 7 days (Tour code : 13KT7M) Tanzania At 5895m high, Mount Kilimanjaro is Africa’s highest peak, and rises above the East African plains. It is also the highest free-standing mountain in the world and one of the highest peaks you can scale without technical expertise. As long as you are fit, healthy and have the drive and determination, there’s every chance you’ll reach the top of Africa’s most famous mountain. Once on Uhuru peak you are rewarded with unforgettable views from the Roof of Africa.

• from US$ 1245 + local payments + supplements

  Cape Garden Route (Accommodated) 2013 Starts. Ends. Duration. Visits. Cape Garden Route (Accommodated) 2013 Trip Notes Cape Town, South Africa Cape Town, South Africa 7 days (Tour code : 13UCGR7) South Africa This short tour from Cape Town follows the beautiful shoreline of the Western Cape. Forests and wetlands can be enjoyed in the Garden Route’s national parks, while wildlife activities include tracking the ‘Big Five', visiting an ostrich farm, shore and boat-based whale watching in season, and the option to cage-dive with a great white shark.

• from US$ 1075 + local payments + supplements

  Cape Garden Route 2013 Starts. Ends. Duration. Visits. Cape Garden Route 2013 Trip Notes Cape Town, South Africa Cape Town, South Africa 7 days (Tour code : 13CGR7) South Africa This short tour from Cape Town follows the beautiful shoreline of the Western Cape. Forests and wetlands can be enjoyed in the Garden Route’s national parks, while wildlife activities include tracking the ‘Big Five', visiting an ostrich farm, shore and boat-based whale watching in season, and the option to cage-dive with a great white shark.

• from US$ 2895 + local payments + supplements

  Timeless Tanzania (Lodge) 2013 Starts. Ends. Duration. Visits. Timeless Tanzania (Lodge) 2013 Trip Notes Nairobi, Kenya Nairobi, Kenya 7 days (Tour code : 13TTL7) Kenya, Tanzania Tanzania’s Northern Circuit parks and reserves are home to some of East Africa’s highest concentrations of wildlife, including the ‘Big 5’, but also many other equally interesting species of game and a fascinating birdlife. This tour takes you on safari to not only to see the animals in their natural habitats, but to enjoy the magnificent landscapes and memorable sunrises and sunsets.

• from US$ 1975 + local payments + supplements

  Timeless Tanzania (Camping) 2013 Starts. Ends. Duration. Visits. Timeless Tanzania (Camping) 2013 Trip Notes Nairobi, Kenya Nairobi, Kenya 7 days (Tour code : 13TTC7) Kenya, Tanzania Tanzania’s Northern Circuit parks and reserves are home to some of East Africa’s highest concentrations of wildlife, including the ‘Big 5’, but also many other equally interesting species of game and a fascinating birdlife. This tour takes you on safari to not only to see the animals in their natural habitats, but to enjoy the magnificent landscapes and memorable sunrises and sunsets.

• from US$ 2645 + local payments + supplements

  Mozambique Dhow Sailing 2013 Starts. Ends. Duration. Visits. Mozambique Dhow Sailing 2013 Trip Notes Pemba, Mozambique Pemba Mozambique 8 days (Tour code : 13MDS8) Mozambique This majestic island dhow safari through lush turquoise water, vibrant coral reefs, exotic islands through the Quirimbas Archipelago, ancient turbulent history, culture interaction, sipping cocktails on the white sandy palm fringed beaches and a return scenic small aircraft flight to Pemba will leave you wanting more.

• from US$ 1365 + local payments + supplements

  Kilimanjaro Trek - Machame Route - Moshi Start Starts. Ends. Duration. Visits. Kilimanjaro Trek - Machame Route - Moshi Start Trip Notes Moshi, Tanzania Moshi, Tanzania 8 days (Tour code : 13KMT8M) Tanzania At 5895m high, Mount Kilimanjaro is Africa’s highest peak, and also the highest free-standing mountain in the world that you can scale without technical expertise. As a high-altitude mountain close to the equator, there are few other treks in the world that offer rainforests with primates and game, alpine pastures, high moorlands of giant eerie plantlife and snowfields at the summit. Once on Uhuru peak you are rewarded with unforgettable views from the Roof of Africa.

• from US$ 1460 + local payments + supplements

  Kilimanjaro Trek - Rongai Route - Moshi Start Starts. Ends. Duration. Visits. Kilimanjaro Trek - Rongai Route - Moshi Start Trip Notes Tanzania Tanzania 8 days (Tour code : 13KRT8M) Tanzania At 5895m high, Mount Kilimanjaro is Africa’s highest peak, and also the highest free-standing mountain in the world that you can scale without technical expertise. As a high-altitude mountain close to the equator, there are few other treks in the world that offer rainforests with primates and game, alpine pastures, high moorlands of giant eerie plantlife and snowfields at the summit. Once on Uhuru peak you are rewarded with unforgettable views from the Roof of Africa.

• from US$ 3475 + local payments + supplements

  Tanzania & Zanzibar Spices 2013 Starts. Ends. Duration. Visits. Tanzania & Zanzibar Spices 2013 Trip Notes Nairobi, Kenya Zanzibar, Tanzania 9 days (Tour code : 13TZS9) Kenya, Tanzania This 9 day tour combines wildlife-watching in Tanzania’s famed northern circuit parks, followed by relaxation on the beaches of the tropical island of Zanzibar – commonly known as the ‘Spice Island’. After pursuing the ‘Big 5’ and marvelling at the spectacular landscapes on game drives, a short flight takes us to our island retreat to enjoy the palm-fringed beaches and idyllic Indian Ocean.

• from US$ 3885 + local payments + supplements

  Best of East Africa 2013 Starts. Ends. Duration. Visits. Best of East Africa 2013 Trip Notes Nairobi, Kenya Nairobi, Kenya 10 days (Tour code : 13BEA10) Kenya, Tanzania East Africa’s national parks and game reserves are home to staggering populations of African animals, including the ‘Big 5’ and are well known for its high concentration of lion and large herds of elephant. This tour takes us on safari from Kenya’s Masai Mara, to Tanzania’s Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire. The evocative landscape of the Great Rift Valley provides the perfect backdrop to excellent wildlife watching.

• from US$ 3365 + local payments + supplements

  Best of Kenya & Tanzania 2013 Starts. Ends. Duration. Visits. Best of Kenya & Tanzania 2013 Trip Notes Nairobi, Kenya Nairobi, Kenya 10 days (Tour code : 13BKT10) Kenya, Tanzania The multiple game reserves in Kenya and Tanzania are famed for their superb wildlife. This ten-day safari takes in the best of East Africa’s parks in pursuit of the ‘Big 5’ and many more species of animals and birds. The Masai Mara and the Serengeti is the location of the annual migration, when hundreds of thousands of hoofed animals follow the rains across the plains in search of new pastures.