When you encounter a detour in the road, is this something faced with trepidation or rather embraced as a chance to venture far from the maddening crowds? This is the direction we will send you with our special interest itineraries, Off The Beaten Path programs. While some may be a little rigorous calling on a degree of stamina, the added challenge will deliver immeasurable rewards. Take the dare, review these pages. They are used to measure the degree to which you are willing to participate in your African adventure. Who knows, you may find yourself staring into the face of a chimpanzee in Mahale Mountain National Park, reaching the summit of Mt. Kilimanjaro (the highest of all!), or sunning yourself on a remote beach in Mozambique.
8 Days from $6,395 per person - Namibia
Experience the vast expanses of moving, rippling sands, the grey ocean and great blue skies extending to the horizon. Spend your first night in Windhoek then embark on a six night wing safari exploring the red dunes of Sossusvlei, the stark open terrain at Damaraland and the wildlife haven that is Etosha. For contrast, combine this adventure with a visit to the Okavango Delta or add a few days of urban adventure in Cape Town.
Click here for more information8 Days from $3,995 per person - South Africa, Mozambique
Spend a night in Johannesburg to acclimate and then set off on a wing safari. Your safari takes you to explore Gorongosa, a traditional tented camp that delivers a first rate authentic safari experience. The secrets of this undiscovered gem will be revealed on game drives and walking safaris. After actively pursuing the wildlife, fly to the coast for three sun soaking, sea-loving days and nights along the Indian Ocean at Bazaruto Island Lodge before returning to Johannesburg.
Click here for more information8 Days from $4,095 per person - Zambia
Experience a genuine luxury serviced camping safari that recreates the sense of a wildlife adventure reminiscent of the times of the great African explorers. Flying from Lusaka, the adventure moves from one end of Kafue National Park to the other. Each campsite has been specifically outfitted to ensure that traditional feel, while bringing you even closer to nature. Ask about continuing on to Lower Zambezi National Park or Victoria Falls. For a more detailed itinerary please refer to our web site or speak to one of our Safari Specialists.
Click here for more information7 Days from $4,295 per person - South Africa
Starting in the middle of the Garden Route, you’ll get to know the local wildlife with visits to Monkeyland, the Birds of Eden or a meerkat colony. Spend some “trunk in hand” time at the Elephant Sanctuary. Visit the Tsitsikamma Forest as you journey along the scenic coastline to Port Elizabeth. Spend three days observing the Big 5 and other species at Shamwari Game Reserve, 2010 winner of “Africa’s Leading Conservation Company.” The entire journey traverses malaria free areas and makes this an ideal adventure for family travelers.
Click here for more information11 Days from $5,075 per person - Tanzania
Test your stamina and endurance against one of the highest mountains in the world. There are a variety of climb routes to reach the snow capped summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Equipment includes Trango 4 tents (double occupancy), sleeping bags and thermal liner (rated for -30°F ), pillow, 3 inch foam mattress, mess tent with backed chairs and a toilet/wash tent with a portable toilet. Whether you are a novice or veteran, the extreme altitude requires preparation from all participants and a reasonable level of personal fitness.
Click here for more information9 Days from $3,975 per person - Tanzania
Test your stamina and endurance against one of the highest mountains in the world. There are a variety of climb routes to reach the snow capped summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Equipment includes Trango 4 tents (double occupancy), sleeping bags and thermal liner (rated for -30°F ), pillow, 3 inch foam mattress, mess tent with backed chairs and a toilet/wash tent with a portable toilet. Whether you are a novice or veteran, the extreme altitude requires preparation from all participants and a reasonable level of personal fitness.
Click here for more information8 Days from $6,495 per person - Tanzania
The Selous is one of the world’s largest and most untouched reserves and Ruaha National Park is a transition zone to wildlife species endemic to both Eastern and Southern Africa. Activities include game drives, bush walks and river excursions – lending to a true African wilderness experience and evoking romance, mystique and spiritual delight. With an area four times that of the Serengeti, the Selous is home to over one million large animals. At half the size of Selous, Ruaha is a naturalist’s paradise with over 500 species of birds and both Ruaha and Selous are home to the “Big 5″.
Click here for more information9 Days from $5,695 per person - Tanzania
Wildlife viewing in Katavi can be nothing short of awesome, especially the huge herds of buffalo and amazing numbers of hippo. Almost everywhere you look there’s something grazing, bellowing, fighting, mating or hunting. Further north, on the western border and the edge of Lake Tanganyika, is Mahale Mountain, another region where the clock seems to have stopped. The forested mountain slopes are home to the world’s largest known population of chimpanzees and eight other primate species. Observe them, our closest relatives, as they groom, wrestle and forage across the leafy floor.
Click here for more information8 Days from $5,895 per person - Tanzania
From your first moments on the ground, you’ll know that this safari will be unforgettable. Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti – the wildlife viewing locales are ideal. Arusha Coffee Lodge, Tarangire Treetops, The Manor at Ngorongoro, Migration Camp – the lodging is top-notch throughout. And your transport between destinations is provided by a meticulously outfitted Executive Grand Caravan – an eight-seat luxury aircraft. Game drives are in custom built Safari Cruisers and each day brings the promise of another surprise.
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