Luxury Safari Experiences in Southern & East Africa

A luxury safari in Africa is the ultimate way to experience the continent’s wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and rich culture in complete comfort and style.

It combines world-class accommodation with exclusive wildlife encounters, creating an unforgettable African adventure.

From private conservancies and intimate boutique camps to five-star lodges overlooking Africa’s most iconic wilderness areas, luxury safaris are designed for travellers seeking the very best the continent has to offer.

Whether you are celebrating a special occasion, planning a honeymoon, or simply looking for privacy and outstanding service, a luxury safari offers a truly unforgettable experience.

Below is a carefully selected collection of our Luxury Safaris.

Each itinerary has been designed to deliver a complete luxury safari experience, combining exceptional wildlife viewing with premium accommodation and personalised service.

Many of our luxury safaris also include vibrant cities, luxury train journeys, and unique regional experiences that perfectly complement your African adventure.

Why Choose a Luxury Safari?

  • Luxury accommodation in exceptional locations
  • Exclusive wildlife experiences
  • Private guides and personalised service
  • Luxury train journeys and unique regional experiences
  • Tailor-made itineraries to match your travel preferences

If you are looking for something more personalised, ask us to create a tailor-made luxury safari that perfectly matches your interests and travel preferences.

10 Day Family Safari and Cape Town

10 Day Family Safari and Cape Town

Take your family on a luxurious and adventurous trip to Cape Town and the Kalahari.
10 Day Luxury Safari - South Africa

10 Day Luxury Safari - South Africa

A blend of the Cape, a luxury train journey and a top notch safari in the Kruger Park area
11 Day Luxury Safari - South Africa

11 Day Luxury Safari - South Africa

In this 11 Day Luxury Safari of South Africa, we combine city, ocean & winelands, with a classic & desert safari
11 Day Namibia Fly In Safari

11 Day Namibia Fly In Safari

On this 11-Day Extravagant Namibia Fly-in Safari guests get to experience Namibia’s finest desert landscapes in style
12 Day  Luxury Tanzania Fly-in Safari

12 Day Luxury Tanzania Fly-in Safari

This 12-day luxury fly-in safari in Tanzania begins in Arusha and includes stays in the Serengeti and Tarangire Reserves
14 Day Best of Tanzania Luxury Safari

14 Day Best of Tanzania Luxury Safari

In this 14 day epic luxury safari we handpick the best Tanzania has to offer for a once in a lifetime experience
14 Day South Africa - Botswana

14 Day South Africa - Botswana

This 14 day Luxury Safari package shows off some of Southern Africa’s most striking safari destinations ...
15 Day Luxury Safari to South Africa, Botswana & Zimbabwe

15 Day Luxury Safari to South Africa, Botswana & Zimbabwe

Enjoy a once in a lifetime 15 Day Luxury Safari to South Africa, Botswana & Zimbabwe
6 Day Luxury Kenya Safari

6 Day Luxury Kenya Safari

Join us on the 6 Day Luxury Safari to two of Kenya's best destinations - Lake Naivasha and the Masia Mara.
7 Day Luxury Safari - South Africa

7 Day Luxury Safari - South Africa

7 Day Luxury Safari South Africa
7 Day Namibia Highlights Safari

7 Day Namibia Highlights Safari

On our 7 day Namibia Highlights Safari guests experience three of Namibia’s most sought after destinations ...
Best of Botswana

Best of Botswana

Explore the Best of Botswana in our carefully constructed 12 night safari itinerary

Why Luxury Safaris

Luxury safaris provide a seamless and highly personalised experience from start to finish.

Every detail is carefully planned to ensure exceptional comfort, safety, and enjoyment throughout your journey.

Expert guides and experienced trackers accompany you on every safari.

Their in-depth knowledge of Africa’s wildlife and ecosystems makes every game drive informative, rewarding, and memorable.

We use lodges and camps located in some of Africa’s most pristine and secluded wilderness areas. These exclusive locations offer spectacular wildlife viewing and breathtaking scenery.

Luxury safari lodges combine comfort with exclusivity and offer:

  • Spacious suites and luxury tents
  • Fine dining experiences
  • Premium amenities and personalised service
  • Private locations with outstanding wildlife viewing

Many lodges operate within private concessions.

This means fewer vehicles at wildlife sightings, greater flexibility during game drives, and a quieter, more immersive safari experience.

Many luxury safaris also include exclusive experiences such as:

  • Private bush dinners
  • Stargazing experiences
  • Guided walking safaris
  • Helicopter flights
  • Photographic safaris
  • Wellness and spa treatments
  • Cultural experiences with local communities

Every luxury safari is designed around your individual travel preferences.

Private guides, exclusive-use vehicles, and customised itineraries allow you to explore Africa at your own pace.

Whether you are travelling as a couple, with family, as part of a group, or as an experienced safari traveller, we create a journey that matches your interests and expectations.

With personalised service, exceptional accommodation, and unforgettable wildlife encounters, a luxury safari delivers an extraordinary African adventure.

Excellent Destination Choices for Luxury Safaris

Okavango Delta, Botswana

Botswana is renowned for its exclusive, low-impact approach to tourism, making it one of Africa’s leading luxury safari destinations.

The Okavango Delta is one of the world’s most extraordinary natural wonders.

It offers exceptional wildlife viewing by boat, mokoro, and 4x4 vehicle, giving travellers a unique perspective of this remarkable ecosystem.

Most private concessions are accessible only by light aircraft.

This provides greater privacy, an authentic sense of adventure, and accommodation in some of Africa’s most luxurious tented camps.

Tswalu Kalahari & Sabi Sands Game Reserve, South Africa

South Africa offers an outstanding combination of luxury, accessibility, and world-class wildlife experiences.

The Sabi Sands, adjoining the Kruger National Park, is renowned for exceptional Big Five sightings and ultra-luxury safari lodges.

Short flight connections make travel easy.

Combined with award-winning accommodation, exceptional cuisine, and optional extensions to Cape Town and the Winelands, South Africa remains a favourite destination for luxury safari travellers.

The Tswalu Kalahari is another exceptional luxury safari destination.

Although less well known, it offers luxury accommodation, private game drives, and an exclusive wilderness experience.

Visitors may also encounter some of Africa’s rarer mammals while learning about the region’s important conservation programmes.

Skeleton Coast, Namibia

The Skeleton Coast offers a unique luxury safari experience within the vast and dramatic desert landscapes of northern Namibia.

Here, travellers can experience one of Africa’s most remote wilderness regions without compromising on the comfort, service, and exclusivity expected from a luxury safari.

Its appeal lies in exploring a truly remote wilderness while enjoying all the comfort, exclusivity, and personalised service associated with luxury travel.

Serengeti, Tanzania

Tanzania’s Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater offer some of the world’s most spectacular wildlife experiences, including the Great Migration.

Luxury lodges and mobile camps allow guests to experience the wilderness up close without compromising on comfort.

The region’s vast landscapes and remarkable wildlife create a unique combination of adventure and luxury.

We further enhance every luxury safari by using private concessions in otherwise busy safari areas.

This provides greater exclusivity, fewer vehicles at wildlife sightings, and a more immersive safari experience.

These exclusive locations are an essential part of a true luxury safari.

Lower Zambezi & South Luangwa, Zambia

Zambia is renowned for its unspoilt landscapes, world-class guides, and intimate luxury safari camps.

Remote destinations such as South Luangwa and Lower Zambezi offer exceptional walking safaris and exciting river activities.

Game drives provide excellent opportunities to see predators, elephants, and other iconic African wildlife.

Zambia is an ideal destination for travellers seeking an exclusive, off-the-beaten-path luxury safari in classic big game country.

FAQ

What makes a safari “luxury”?

A luxury safari focuses on exceptional comfort, personalised service, and exclusive wildlife experiences.

It includes luxury lodges, private vehicles (or the option of private vehicles), fine dining, expert guides, and access to large private reserves or exclusive concessions in premier wildlife areas.

Many luxury safaris also provide opportunities to see some of Africa’s rarest wildlife while learning about the conservation programmes that help protect these remarkable ecosystems.

Are luxury safaris suitable for first-time safari travellers?

Yes. Luxury safaris are an excellent choice for first-time visitors to Africa.

They offer seamless travel arrangements, expert guidance, and exceptional comfort from beginning to end.

Your guide will tailor each safari to match your interests, travel style, and pace, creating a relaxed, enjoyable, and memorable experience.

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Tane Taylor
05 June 2026
Some trips are great, and some stay with you forever. My journey through Cape Town, the Okavango Delta, and Victoria Falls was definitely the latter. Each destination offered something completely different. The beauty and energy of Cape Town, the magic of the Okavango Delta, and the sheer awe of Victoria Falls. Despite moving between such diverse places, everything flowed seamlessly from start to finish and for that I have to thank the team at African Travel Gateway who took care of every detail with an incredible level of care and professionalism. Communication was clear throughout, every arrangement worked perfectly, and the planning behind the scenes was evident at every stage. I felt completely stress-free for most of the tour and wouldn't hesitate to recommend African Travel Gateway to anyone looking to travel to Africa. Thank you guys! I could not have done it without you and I will be in touch to plan another one soon. I have far too many wonderful photos from the trip to share, but here are a few I hope you like.
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Diogo Miranda
08 April 2026
I booked a trip to Botswana through African Travel Gateway – Customized Safaris, including a 3-day stay at Amber Camp, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. From start to finish, everything ran smoothly and without any issues. The entire journey met — and in many ways exceeded — my expectations. The level of organization and attention to detail gave me complete peace of mind throughout the trip. What truly stood out was the exceptional support from the team. They were always available, attentive, and genuinely committed to ensuring everything went perfectly. This was easily one of the best trips I’ve ever had, and I would highly recommend African Travel Gateway to anyone looking for a seamless and memorable safari experience.
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Ali Bararsani
22 January 2026
I had a bucket list trip. African Travel Gateway is first class all the way. I travel extensively. +/- 100,000 miles for business & pleasure in 2025. I live in Los Angeles & wanted to plan a trip of a lifetime for my girlfriend ( as a surprise birthday present in September 2025 ) I worked directly with Lize Enderstein through the entire booking/travel process. She was delightful. Personable. Communicated in a timely manner in spite of 10-11 hour time difference with Los Angeles. There was a hiccup on our trip at Mostwari Game Reserve ( i.e., hot air balloon ride that had to be canceled due to bad weather ). Balloon ride was scheduled for January 2. Lize communicated me real-time on New Years Day & worked with me to process refund for that portion of the trip. The attention to detail that Lize & African travel gateway provided was impeccable. Top notch. They will be my "go to" travel agency for any & all trips to African continent on a going forward basis. Go Lize!
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Driss Moumni
30 December 2025
We had an absolutely incredible experience working with Petru at African Travel Gateway. Our two-week trip (South Africa, Botswana, Namibia & Zimbabwe) was truly once-in-a-lifetime, with memories we’ll cherish forever. Everything went smoothly from start to finish. Botswana was the clear highlight of the trip. The sheer quantity and variety of wildlife we saw was amazing, and the standard of the safari lodges — especially Moremi Game Lodge — exceeded our expectations. We really felt we benefited from Petru’s experience when it came to selecting the right safari lodges, striking a balance between comfort, amenities, and overall value for money. Petru was incredibly attentive and thoughtful in putting this trip together, especially on fairly short notice, and it really showed. We were also very glad not to have to deal with booking flights, transfers, and activities ourselves — having everything seamlessly organized made the entire journey much more relaxing. Highly recommended!
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William McCormack
20 November 2025
I cannot say enough about the service received from African Travel Agent Petru. From beginning to end it was excellent. The detail and the professionalism is to be attained by others. Ive had 3 trips over number of years and each time I am delighted with the engagement, suggestions, etc and most importantly the trips we highlights to me. Ive recommended Petru to friends and those who did reach out were also very pleased. I highly recommend this agent and company. Till we engage again, Thank you Petru and continue delivering a top service.
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Guy Hudson
20 November 2025
We’ve been booking through African Travel Gateway for over 25 years now and honestly, they’ve never dropped the ball once. They have looked after us for ages and just get what works for our family. This last trip we took the three kids (11, 9 and 6) to South Africa – Cape Town, a few nights camping in the Karoo, and then Kruger. They put the whole thing together perfectly: nothing felt rushed, everything suited the kids, and the logistics were completely painless. Cape Town was great fun (Table Mountain, penguins, the works). The Karoo nights were something else – massive sky full of stars, big campfire, total peace and quiet the kids still go on about. And Kruger… wow. We saw the Big 5 – lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino – plus heaps of giraffe, zebra and everything else, pretty much every single drive. The guides were brilliant with the children and kept everyone safe. Everything just worked – flights, transfers, the lot. They checked in along the way and tweaked little things when we needed. Proper personal service. If you’re thinking of taking kids to South Africa, we can’t recommend African Travel Gateway enough.
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Pierre Boucher
30 September 2025
A heartfelt thank you to Bianca for arranging our unforgettable journey through South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Botswana. Everything went smoothly from start to finish, and your attention to detail made all the difference. Alex and I enjoyed every moment — from the breathtaking landscapes to the incredible wildlife and the welcoming people we met along the way. It was truly the trip of a lifetime, and we are so grateful for all the care and effort you put into making it perfect. With sincere appreciation,
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Mark Montague
04 August 2025
We had a wonderful time visiting South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana. We had a party of 10, including 4 grandchildren ages 10 and 8 and everything went beautifully. Lize did a great job helping us plan the itinerary, booking flights within Africa and identifying the best lodging and camps for us to visit. We saw the Big 5 on two separate days and also saw African wild dogs. Each of our camps in Sabi Sands, Victoria Falls and Moremi Game Reserve had a distinct style but all were welcoming and comfortable and animals proliferated. We would definitely use African Travel Gateway if we return to Africa. Thanks Lize!
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Andrew Beardmore
18 July 2025
Working with Lize, we crafted our second fully customized self-drive adventure through Southern Africa - this time in Northern Namibia. The itinerary was a perfect blend of rugged campsites and luxurious lodges. Lize’s expert knowledge and thoughtful advice were invaluable, everything was planned to perfection. We had the most incredible time, experiencing so much of what this stunning region has to offer, yet it feels like we’ve only just scratched the surface. We can’t wait for our next adventure!
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TJ Hefele
11 July 2025
We had an amazing trip! Petru did an outstanding job putting everything together for us! Truly couldn't imagine having a better experience. We are incredibly thankful!
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gary afford
13 June 2025
Just returned from a safari with my partner and 2 friends. 3 countries South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana. We stayed at Wilderness camps, accommodation and service was great and the wildlife sightings were excellent. All the arrangements and connections went like clockwork, Thanks again Lize from ATG.
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Michael Sump
13 June 2025
We had a wonderful trip to Africa with everything arranged by Bianca Gersbach. She was extremely attentive to our wishes, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. We wanted a full overview for our first trip to Africa, and we received it. We went on Safari in 3 countries: South Africa, Botswana, and Zimbabwe. We saw so many animals! But that wasn't all, we had a delightful visit to the South African wine country, and deep-dive experiences in both Cape Town and Johannesburg. The township tours and trip to the Apartheid Museum really opened our eyes. At times, Bianca knew what we wanted better than we did. She insisted that we'd enjoy the Okabango Panhandle, and we did! It was magical. A real highlight. A less engaged travel consultant might have let me make a suboptimal choice. We also enjoyed several days in Victoria Falls. I can't praise Bianca and African Travel Gateway enough. We will certainly use them again when we decide to return, and we will return. Once is not enough!
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Jim Campbell
01 May 2025
We asked for a holiday of a lifetime for my wife's birthday ... and Lize Enderstein and ATG certainly delivered!!! We could not have experienced such a magnificent trip without all Lize's organisation and planning. It was an absolute dream! So much so, we're looking to visit again and will certainly be using Lize for our next adventure. Nothing was too much trouble and all the planning made everything work so very smoothly. We felt like royalty throughout our trip with all sorts of birthday surprises already booked at every location. Incredible!!! We are so very grateful for everything Lize arranged and can't thank her enough and would heartily recommend Lize and ATG. Jim and Melanie xxx
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Teresa Harrison
29 January 2025
I have been using African Travel Gateway for about 30 years and not once have they let me down. My travels have been varied, visiting different countries and cultures in Africa, but with their help, it is always a magic carpet ride. Lize has been my contact for many years, and the intineries devised have been spectacular. She really understands our requirements and goes the extra mile to ensure all is OK. This time, we visited South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Botswana. Everything was amazing. Our highlights, however, were La Fontaine in Franshoek and Camp Xakanaxa in the Okavango Delta in Botswana. We HIGHLY recommend African Travel Gateway
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Debbie Isaacs
21 January 2025
We used African Travel again for the second time over Xmas and New Year. Once again, every little bit of our trip ran smoothly and without a hitch. Their communication was great throughout and we will, no doubt, be returning to them in the future too. Thanks Petru.

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