Safaris

Safaris
 

Adventure out to Africa, a vast land of untamed raw beauty, big game, and intriguing cultures, from Uganda, Zambia, Kenya, Tanzania and Botswana, we’ll guide you along your way.

Far from the madding crowd, Africa is a vast land of untamed territory, raw beauty, big game, and intriguing cultures. There’s no need to be a modern day David Livingstone to capture the essence of an African safari. You can experience the roar of lions in the wilderness without foregoing luxury and everyday home comforts. From the corners of East Africa reaching into the middle of Southern Africa, take your pick from a bucket list full of unique African adventures.

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safaris in SOUTHERN africa

Travel to Botswana and get close up to its abundance of wildlife of the Okavango Delta. The Moremi Game Reserve, a big five area is known as the predator capital of Africa. Cruise along the waterways of the delta in a mokoro or on a river boat and for a truly close encounter, walk trunk in hand with elephants as they take you on a personal guided tour.

Zambia's South Luangwa is ideal for walking safaris, where even the 'little five' have a story to tell and lions and leopards are easily spotted. The day ends with sundowners on a secluded hill as you watch the sun set on yet another beautiful day in Africa.

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safaris in east africa

From the snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro, the game-rich Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania to some of Kenya's greatest National Parks, East Africa's almost has it all. The famous wildebeest migration is the ultimate African safari must-see, from the the plains of the Serengeti in Tanzania to the spectacular river crossings in Kenya's Masai Mara.

Uganda undoubtedly offers one of the most unique jungle encounters to add to your list, where the great trek on steep slippery gradients and dense forest to spend an hour with a family of gentle gorillas makes the sweat all worthwhile. For all the most memorable moments in awe-inspiring Africa, Sanctuary Retreats are known for our highly trained professional guides, who will help you experience the captivating heart of Africa.

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safari Itineraries

Highlights of Botswana 6 night safari: This safari package includes stays at two tented camps in private concessions in the Okavango Delta, as well as a luxury lodge with a full spa.

Best of 3 Rivers 7 night safari: Some tranquil, some wild and untamed - these majestic rivers offer incredible scenery along with the wildlife that frequents.

Best of East Africa 7 night safari: Experience the best of Tanzania and Kenya in great style. This exceptional wildlife and cultural safari offers a mix of luxurious accommodation with exceptional game viewing in exclusive wildlife locations.

Game viewing and Gorillas 7 night safari: Want to see big cats and big apes on one trip? Why not combine Sanctuary Olonana in Kenya's Masai Mara with Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp, located in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda.

 

 

Our lodges and camps that feature safaris

Photo of Sanctuary Chief's Camp Sanctuary Chief's Camp

Sanctuary Chief's Camp is located in the exclusive Mombo Concession in the Moremi Game Reserve on Chief's island. The Moremi is know as the 'predator capital of Africa'.

Photo of Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero

Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero is a luxurious riverside retreat in the heart of the bush, where guests can relax in the split-level swimming pool, unwind with a pampering session in the spa or enjoy the gourmet food that the lodge has become known for.

Photo of Sanctuary Stanley's Camp Sanctuary Stanley's Camp

Sanctuary Stanley’s Camp is an intimate camp gathered around a large sitting and dining area which affords magnificent views over the floodplains of the Okavango Delta.

Photo of Sanctuary Baines' Camp Sanctuary Baines' Camp

Sanctuary Baines’ Camp is built on raised platforms high above the Boro River in a private concession bordering the Moremi Game Reserve. This private concession in the Okavango Delta is a great location for walking safaris.

Photo of Sanctuary Kusini Sanctuary Kusini

Sanctuary Kusini is the only permanent tented camp in the southern Serengeti and provides extraordinary views of the plains below. Every year wildebeest congregate on the camp's "doorstep" in this unspoilt and remote part of the Serengeti.

Photo of Sanctuary Swala Sanctuary Swala

Sanctuary Swala is located in a secluded area of Tarangire National Park, arguably northern Tanzania's most interesting park, famous for the large herds of elephants and spectacular baobab trees.

Photo of Gorilla Forest Camp Gorilla Forest Camp

Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp is nestled deep inside Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in southwest Uganda. This eight tent camp is one of the most remote and atmospheric in Africa.

Photo of Sanctuary Olonana Sanctuary Olonana

Sanctuary Olonana is an award-winning tented camp on a private stretch of the Mara River, at the foot of the impressive Siria Escarpment close to where the famous last scene from "Out of Africa" was filmed.

Photo of Sanctuary Chichele Presidential Lodge Sanctuary Chichele Presidential Lodge

Sanctuary Chichele Presidential Lodge was originally built for Kenneth Kaunda, the former Zambian president, in the 1970s and the original colonial style has been retained in the furnishings.

Photo of Sanctuary Puku Ridge Camp Sanctuary Puku Ridge Camp

Sanctuary Puku Ridge Camp offers guests an authentic tented safari experience in South Luangwa. The camp is designed to leave no trace on the environment and has embraced a very natural kind of African chic in its decor.

Photo of Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma

Just a short drive away from the world famous Victoria Falls, Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma is built on a dramatic bend in the Zambezi. There are twelve air-conditioned tree houses, connected by wooden walkways.

Photo of Sanctuary Zebra Plains, Walking Safari Sanctuary Zebra Plains, Walking Safari

Sanctuary Zebra Plains offer an authentic walking safari experience in Zambia like no other. Explore the pristine and unspoilt wilderness of the South Luangwa with one of the country's most experienced guides.