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What Makes Our African Safari Tours Exceptional

Customised and Tailored Safari Packages in Africa

Cheetah Safaris offers exclusive wildlife safari packages, ideas, and samples that our guests can book or customise to their liking. Our Safari packages in Africa can be within one country or multi-country, crossing different countries for indepth African Safari Adventure.

From East Africa to Southern Africa, our African safari packages are not limited; we keep on adding more safari ideas and customising the ones we have to fit in the current travel trends in Africa. Our African safari itineraries across Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Rwanda, Botswana, and Nosy Be Island in Madagascar are curated with sustainability in Mind. We ensure we manage and control every safari with an impactful mindset behind it.

Top-Notch Professional Safari Guiding

Cheetah Safaris employs professional safari guides who are KPSGA Silver and Gold level certified. Our expert guides will give you in-depth information about the behavior of the animals, ensuring that you spend your time observing fascinating animal interactions rather than searching for them. By having such, we ensure your African Safari Tour is well handled by professionals.

Customized and Comfortable Safari Vehicles

Each tour features customized 4×4 vehicles that are specifically designed for photographers and enhance game viewing for every guest on safari with us. With 360-degree views, pop-up roofs, and charging stations, these cruisers provide each guest with a window seat and optimal camera angles for wildlife photographers. This brings comfort to all our African safari packages that we have curated for our guests.

Custom and Flexible Itineraries

Cheetah Safaris provides private and flexible African safari itineraries, so that you canenjoy exclusivity while on game drives or on transfers. This flexibility allows you to plan your safari program exclusively for you, keeping in mind your preferences and interests.

Find 65+ African Safari Itineraries and Tours

Explore and select the best African Safari Packages that suits you

Let’s explore some of the Best African Safaris and Tours in the different safari destinations that we have compiled for you. These are only Wildlife Safari Itinerary Examples to encourage you to create a more tailored safari itinerary by getting in touch with our safari experts.

Uncover more than 65+ African Safari Itineraries that we consider the best and most suitable for your African Vacation Visit. Our African safari packages and tours vary from adventure holidays to luxury vacations and everything in between.

Take a look below for the best family holidays, honeymoon packages, African safaris, and Luxury Safari Holidays. Remember that these safari itineraries are completely flexible and can be easily customized and tailored to your best interests.

African Safari Tour Types that suits you

Explore our Safari holiday Types in Africa

Luxury Flying and Classic Wildlife Safaris

The Luxury Flying Safaris are a top choice, employing light planes to avoid the need for lengthy road drives and give you more time to enjoy the wilderness. On the other hand, Classic African Wildlife Safaris provide full road safaris to famous destinations such as Kenya and Tanzania. While in Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Namibia, the most common means of transfer are by charter planes or helicopter rides. Such varied safari transport services enable clients to select either the convenience of flying or the engaging experience of a classic road safari, ensuring that all visitors enjoy their preferred pace.

Specialized Migration and Photography Safaris

For those with particular interests, Cheetah Safaris offers specialized Wildebeest Migration safaris that are perfectly scheduled for the Great Migration. They also offer the best “Photography Safaris,” which include expertly guided safaris and customized 4×4 vehicles that are ideal for supporting photographic equipment. Such specialized packages focus on ensuring that enthusiasts take high-quality photos and experience one of nature’s greatest spectacles with the help of the best-rated guides.

Family Adventures and Beach Combinations

Family and private safaris are very personalized, with the use of private safari vehicles and flexible itineraries that include visits to cultural communities. For a more varied vacation, Bush-and-Beach combinations enable our guests to combine a rugged savanna adventure with unwinding on the pristine white sandy beaches of Diani, Lamu, Nosy Be, or Zanzibar. This ensures a well-rounded vacation, with both high-octane wildlife experiences and peaceful beach vacations for a complete African vacation experience.

Flying Safaris

Wildebeest Migration Safaris

Gorilla Trekking

Mountain Climbing

Serengeti Safaris

Private Safaris

Samburu Safaris

Ngorongoro Crater Safaris

All Inclusive Safaris

Luxury Safaris

Kenya and Tanzania Safaris

Family Safaris

Why book your African Safari With Cheetah Safaris

Get Personalized and Tailor Made Luxury Safaris to Africa

Deep Local Expertise and Experience

When you book your African safari adventure with Cheetah Safaris, you can rest assured that you are getting a safe and expertly guided experience that has been informed by sixty-nine years of collective experience in the industry. As a leading and award-winning safari company based in Nairobi, they have deep local knowledge of the best destinations in Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, and Zimbabwe. This wealth of knowledge enables them to put together luxury and adventure safari packages that expertly navigate the complexities of the African bush with ease and finesse.

Highly Skilled Professional Safari Guiding

Your wildlife experience is assured by the use of only the best Silver and Gold-rated guides. These individuals are not only expert trackers but also highly educated naturalists who provide in-depth knowledge about the behavior and ecology of the animals. This ensures that every game drive is both informative and exhilarating, providing visitors with a rich understanding of the Big Five and the ecosystems that they inhabit.

Financial Protection

You are guranteed of a safe, and peace of mind booking process, and as well safari payments. We ensure that your payments are secure and safe.

Sustainable Practices

Keeping in mind our efforts in wildlife, environment and natural resources protections, we are sustainable travel conscious and aware.

Ground Safari Expert

We Know Africa more than any one. We love taking our guests to the less explored destinations. Experiencing the magical touch of African Wild.

Positive Impact

Our Safaris are not only sustainable, but create very positive impacts to so many. We engage in school programmes, that inspires our future leaders.

15 Years of Experience

Cheetah Safaris has a combined of 69 years of safari expertise and practice in Africa. We will take care of your safari from arrival till departure.

Proffessional Guides

We have the best safari guides in East Africa. All our guides are Silver and Gold Guides. Hence you will learn so much with them while on safari.

Looking For a Safari in Africa?

Explore our collection of over 70 luxury African safaris. You can also contact us to design a bespoke, tailor-made adventure just for you.

African Safaris and Holidays FAQs

Having Questions? Learn about our African Safari Bookings Q&A

Learn more about our African Safari Packages, and in case you have any questions regarding any of our African safari tours, you may find your answer below in our most frequently asked questions. However, don’t be afraid to get in touch if your query is not included for our experts to help you design your best African Safari Tour.

Our team is happy to help discuss any of our safari packages, destinations, or general information, so you have peace of mind! Get in touch with us now.

When is the best time to go on safari in Africa?

The best time to go on an African safari is usually during the dry season, which is from May to October. It is during this time that animals congregate around water sources, hence being easily spotted. June to October is best for an East Africa safari (Kenya/Tanzania) and a Southern Africa safari.

Which Are the Best Destinations to visit in Africa for Safaris?

The top destinations for an African safari include Tanzania, Kenya, South Africa, and Botswana. These countries provide the most iconic wildlife, the Great Migration, and varied landscapes. The top destinations include the Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Masai Mara National Reserve, Kruger National Park, and Okavango Delta. These destinations provide the most luxurious Big Five experiences.

What is the average cost of an African Safari?

An African safari typically costs between $800 and $1,500+ per person per day for an average safari experience, with most travelers spending around $1,000-$4,500 per day for a quality, mid-range experience. While for a luxury safari, it can cost between $3,000 and $5,500+ per person per day.

Is it safe to visit Africa for Safaris?

The best time to go on a luxury safari in Kenya is during the dry season from July to October, focusing on the Great Migration in the Masai Mara. For other exclusive and uncrowded luxury Kenya safaris, January to March is an excellent choice, with great game viewing, excellent weather, and intense predator action, and be awed by the snow peak Kilimanjaro Mountain in Amboseli.

What should I pack for an African safari?

Pack neutral-colored clothing in layers, such as khaki, green, or brown, to blend in with the surroundings. Also, bring a warm fleece jacket in case of chilly mornings, a light rain jacket, and comfortable walking shoes with closed toes. The essentials include a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, binoculars, a camera with spare memory cards, and a power bank.

What are the luggage restrictions When Planning For an African Safari?

There are strict restrictions on luggage on an African safari, and the total luggage per person is usually restricted to 15kg (33 lbs) or less, including carry-on luggage, especially on regional light aircraft. Soft-sided luggage without wheels is a must to fit the small plane or safari vehicle cargo pods. Laundry facilities are readily available, and casual layer-type clothing is recommended.

Can I travel alone or with family on a Safari in Africa?

Yes, you can absolutely travel to Africa for a safari, both as a solo traveler and as a family. As a solo traveler, you can enjoy a guided safari experience and exclusive lodges, while families can enjoy child-friendly lodges, private vehicles, and malaria-free zones, making it a safe and flexible experience for all.

What is a 4x4 pop-up roof vehicle?

The 4×4 pop-up roof vehicle refers to a rugged safari vehicle, most commonly a Toyota Land Cruiser, which is fitted with a roof section that can pop up to allow the guests in the vehicle to stand upright to enjoy game viewing. The vehicle is used for game viewing off-road, allowing 360-degree views, panoramic views for photography, and protection from rain, sun, and protruding tree branches and bushes.

What do I need to bring to Visit African Safari Destinations?

Some of the important documents to carry during an African safari include a valid passport that should be valid for at least 6 months and should have 2 to 4+ blank pages, visas (which can be done online via e-visa), a Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate (where required), and travel insurance. It is recommended to carry physical and electronic copies of your visa and ID.

How many days should I book my African Safari?

For an African safari, it is best to book for 12 to 14 days to strike a balance between the variety of wildlife to see and the comfort of the trip, visiting 2-3 different parks or reserves.

How many days before should I book my African Safari?

It is highly recommended to book your African safari 6 to 12 months in advance for most trips. In fact, for travel during the peak season (June to October), during the peak of the migration, and for stays in some of the smaller luxury lodges, it is recommended to book 12 to 18 months in advance to ensure your desired travel dates and destinations.

What is included in an African Safari package?

An African safari package would normally include accommodation, meals (full board), airport transfer services, guide services, 4×4 game drives, and entry fees to national parks. They would normally be comprehensive, including transport to and from different destinations, bottled water, and drinks at the lodge.

What is the difference between a lodge and a tented camp?

The major difference between a lodge and a tented camp is that a lodge is a permanent structure with solid walls, like a hotel, while a tented camp consists of luxurious and large canvas tents, which may even have ensuite bathrooms, to give a more “intimate and closer to nature” experience. Lodges offer more luxury and facilities like a swimming pool, etc., while a tented camp offers a more authentic experience.

Pack For a Purpose

Cheetah Safaris is a serious advocate of sustainable safari practices in Africa. As part of our efforts and initiative, we engage and support schools and children who need knowledge to better their lives. The best gift a child can be given is education, skills, and creativity.

In this case, we request our guests booking with us, to bring an extra back of supplies. This can be in terms of books, sports materials, and any other items that would change the lives of these kids.

Let us help you customize your trip

Like all of our holidays on this site, this is just an idea. All of our trips are tailor-made, so we’ll always adapt them to suit you.

Talk to an Expert

Browse our Cheetah Safaris Website. We’ll match you with a Specialist in our team who is best suited to help you plan your next safari adventure. To start, submit your Safari Inquiries.

Prepare for your trip

Our Safari experts will be of help in planning your safari from start to end. They will advise you on all that you need to pack and travel documents, too. They will be ready to answer any queries you have.

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