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Wildlife holidays

Seeing wildlife in its natural habitat is not only a privilege but also an exciting, visceral and often emotional experience. We only work with the very best of guides and naturalists to ensure that your wildlife encounters and experiences are truly memorable.

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We have been organising wildlife holidays for over thirty years. From classic trips such as snow leopard tracking in India to gorilla trekking in Rwanda. Our team are passionate about wildlife and about getting you close, sometimes extremely close, to wildlife for the most incredible experiences.

Our most popular wildlife holidays remain the African safari, an Indian tiger safari, polar bears in the Arctic, a Galapagos cruise or an Antarctic cruise. However, we are equally at home putting together itineraries to see the monarch butterflies of Mexico or the chameleons of Madagascar. If you have your own ideas then speak to our experienced team so they can help you turn these ideas into the perfect wildlife holiday.

Impala and driving safari cars on the savannah in Africa
Impala and driving safari 4x4 cars on the savannah in Africa
Our favourite wildlife holidays

Safaris

The luxury of a safari is watching wild animals in their natural habitat. Going on safari is inevitably on most people’s bucket list but most are not sure what this entails. At Steppes, the average length of safari expertise is 15 years, so there are very few that are more qualified to advise about what constitutes the perfect safari.

Whilst Africa is naturally the main destination that people perceive offers the best Safari experience, it is worth looking further afield to destinations including India, Sri Lanka and Baja, for jeep, flying, walking or boat-based safari exploration.

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Gorilla family in wild, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda
Mountain gorillas, Bwindi Impenetrable National Par, Uganda
Our favourite wildlife holidays

Gorilla Trekking

There are few more poignant wildlife encounters in the world than sitting peacefully with a family of mountain gorillas. The mountain gorillas can be seen in Bwindi in Uganda, Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda or the Virunga National Park in the DRC. To find out more about the different experiences of each location and what is best for you, speak to one of our team and tap into their expertise rather than rely on the sometimes spurious information of websites.

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Bengal Tigers, Bandhavgarh National Park, India
Bengal Tigers, Bandhavgarh National Park, India
Our favourite wildlife holidays

Tiger Safaris

Tigers can be found in scattered in fragmented populations in 13 countries, from India to Southeast Asia, and in Sumatra, China and the Russian Far East. Our expertise favours India for Tiger holidays. Each of its 21 national parks offers differing fauna and flora.

We craft extraordinary tiger safari experiences for bespoke itineraries and fixed group departures, that take into account the nuances between the parks, take advantage of the best chance of being in the right place at the right time, that are sensitive to local issues and avoid the many pitfalls that create sub-standard tiger safari experiences.

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Brown Bear, Katmai National Park, Alaska
Brown Bear, Katmai National Park, Alaska
Our favourite wildlife holidays

Bear viewing

Famed through history thanks to Paddington, Pooh, Rupert and Yogi, Bears are considered solitary animals. However, for those that have had the opportunity to explore Alaska during the Salmon run, or Wrangel Island in high Arctic summer, this myth would be dispelled by the mass of bears that can be seen.

In total, there are eight species of bear – American black, polar, giant panda, Asiatic black, sloth bears, sun bears, spectacled bears and brown bears, all located in varying regions from China to Canada. Steppes Travel has bear watching holidays and bear tours that can take you to see any of these species.

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Meadows and Lake, Italy, © Umberto Esposito - Wildlife Adventures
Italy
Our favourite wildlife holidays

European Wildlife

The wild areas of Europe are a sometimes-overlooked option for immersive wildlife experiences however, right on our doorstep lies some of the most outstandingly beautiful swathes of wilderness and national parklands, rich with wildlife. Each of our engaging and impactful wildlife experiences takes you to explore some of Europe’s most hidden wild secrets, providing you with access to conservation experts, local projects on the ground and exceptional wildlife sightings.

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India
Tiger Safari in Central India
This holiday suggestion is perfect for anyone keen to see tigers in the wild. Experience 10 game drives over eight days, accompanied by best-in-field naturalists, in three of the top tiger parks in India; Kanha, Bandhavgarh and Panna.
10 days from £5,995pp
Bengal Tiger, Bandhavgarh National Park, India
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Botswana
Botswana Family Safari
This family holiday perfectly showcases the culture, wildlife and diverse landscapes of northern Botswana, from the labyrinthine islands and waterways on the Okavango Delta to the elephant herds of Chobe and the vast salt pans of the Kalahari.
9 days from £5,290pp
George Laing with Meerkats, Kalahari, Botswana
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Namibia
Skeleton Coast Flying Safari
Explore a place breathtakingly silent, vast and empty. Fly low over shipwreck-strewn beaches, basalt mountains and ancient watercourses, staying at remote camps and accompanied by one of the knowledgeable Schoemans, who have been exploring this part of Namibia for generations.
6 days from £8,395pp
Flying safari, Skeleton Coast, Namibia
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Botswana
Okavango Delta Helicopter Safari
Take to the skies to appreciate Botswana’s magnificent natural phenomenon that is the Okavango Delta. Hover over these vast grasslands, flood plains and hidden lagoons, spotting the animal and bird life below. Stay at a pair of beautiful tented camps, taking advantage…
7 days from £5,980pp
Helicopter safari, Botswana Safari, Helicopter Horizon
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Botswana
Okavango Delta and Selinda Concession Safari
Discover the wilderness of northern Botswana, beginning amidst the floodplains of the Okavango Delta, before transferring to the unique landscape of the Selinda Reserve. Both areas are packed with animal and birdlife, whilst the camps here have exclusive rights to explore these…
7 days from £6,270pp
Lion, Selinda Reserve, Botswana
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Brazil
Flying Safari in the Brazilian Pantanal
Utilising small charter flights and nimble motorboats to travel around one of nature’s last frontiers, this beyond the ordinary adventure offers an in-depth insight (not to mention a remarkable birds’ eye view) of one of the Americas’ most iconic landscapes.
7 days from £6,900pp
Macaw, Brazil, South America
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Uganda
Flying Safari from Bwindi to Lake Victoria
Explore Uganda by light aircraft, flying from one forgotten wilderness to the next. Search for gorillas in the clouds, meet dancing Karamajong tribes and hunt for the elusive shoebill stork, before relaxing on the beaches of Lake Victoria.
12 days from £10,235pp
Lakes from the air, Uganda
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Kenya
Flying Safari to Amboseli, Meru and the Mara
Fly in comfort, on a chartered plane, across Kenya’s wild landscape. Begin with the elephant-dominated grasslands of Amboseli, before flying north to the baobabs of Meru. End in the spectacular Masai Mara, the highlight of any trip to Kenya.
8 days from £9,190pp
Tortillis Camp, elephants, Amboseli, Kenya
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Kenya
Laikipia and Mara Photographic Safari
Set out on a photographic safari through the heart of wild Kenya. Capture the best of Africa’s wildlife on camera, in private conservancies, with exclusive use of a vehicle and guide. Fly between Laikipia and the Masai Mara, spending time at luxurious…
7 days from £6,325pp
Walking Leopard female Kaboso in Masai Mara, Kenya shutterstock 238382482
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Zambia
Liuwa Plains Safari
Lost amidst the forgotten grasslands of Zambia’s western expanses, the remote Liuwa Plains National Park is a unique and complex ecosystem. Explore this captivating park, rich with plains game and home to the largest wildebeest migration in Southern Africa.
6 days from £7,475pp
Liuwa Plains National Park, Zambia
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Republic of Congo
Lowland Gorilla Trekking in the Congo Basin
Explore the wildlife riches hidden deep within the dense forests of the Odzala National Park. Track lowland gorillas and encounter forest elephants in a jungle wilderness that hides in the far north of Congo.
10 days from £13,495pp
Young male gorilla in tree, Ngaga Camp, Odzala, Rep of Cong
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Belize
Conservation & Wildlife in Belize
Designed to appeal to wildlife enthusiasts and keen ornithologists, this itinerary takes in the dense jungles of the north, the wildlife sanctuaries that protect jaguar and the marine diversity of the second largest barrier reef on Earth. Linger for multiple days in…
11 days from £6,435pp
An ocelot in the forest of Ecuador
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Argentina
Wildlife & Wilderness in the Ibera Wetlands
Witness the wildlife and wilderness of Argentina, travelling to a remote and rarely visited Ibera Wetlands eco-estancia in search of the region’s most elusive creatures.
8 days from £2,990pp
Boardwalk over wetlands in Nature Reserve Esteros del Ibera, Argentina
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Namibia
Sand Dunes and Desert Wildlife
Begin with the windswept dunes of Sossusvlei – best admired from a balloon, before tracking desert rhinos in Kunene and exploring the exclusive, wildlife-rich Ongava Reserve. Journey across Namibia in comfort, flying over its inspiring landscape.
11 days from £8,740pp
Journey of giraffes, Etosha National Park, Namibia
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Zambia
Landscapes and Wildlife of Kafue National Park
Explore Zambia’s largest and oldest national park, Kafue. The Busanga Plains, with their rich predator population, are an undoubted highlight, but the quieter central and southern sectors of the park offer a very different – and arguably wilder – experience.
9 days from £7,900pp
Lion at sunset, Busanga Plains, Kafue National Park, Zambia
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Canada
Culture & Wildlife in Haida Gwaii
Sail the remote waters of Haida Gwaii, uncovering the ancient culture of the Haida First Nations people and exploring the nooks of this wild island chainset that protrudes from the western coast of British Columbia.
10 days from £6,950pp
Ninstints, Haida Gwaii, British Columbia, Canada
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South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal Wildlife, Coast and Battlefields
This holiday offers a perfect mixture of history, culture, wildlife and relaxation, all in KwaZulu-Natal, a province of South Africa blessed with a great climate and incredible scenery. Showcasing the best of this remarkable province from private wildlife concessions to gripping stories…
12 days from £5,595pp
Thonga Beach Lodge, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
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Rwanda
Highlights of Rwanda
Rwanda has become synonymous with gorilla trekking, but this holiday also showcases the diverse wildlife and landscapes elsewhere in this fascinating country. As well as trekking for endangered mountain gorillas in Rwanda’s Virunga Massif, explore the lakes, savannah and hills of Akagera…
11 days from £14,595pp
Young wet gorilla, Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
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Italy
Wildlife Tracking in the Apennines
Join expert nature guides to explore the rugged wilderness of Italy’s central Apennine Mountains. Set camera traps, follow bear and wolf tracks and learn about conservation efforts to protect the wildlife.
8 days from £3,695pp
Mountain goat (chamois) sat on cliffs edge with rolling green mountainsides in background.
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Spain
On The Trail of Bears in Northern Spain
Spend eight days exploring Northern Spain and some of the most extensive, unspoiled and intact forest ecosystems in western Europe. Explore the Cantabrian mountains and the forests of Asturias in search of bears and visit the rugged coastline of Cudillero.
8 days from £3,795pp
Brown bear looking from grass Spain
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Holiday Inspiration

Our experts have created and curated these tailor-made wildlife holiday ideas to get you started. Take the time to search through them and find something that is the spark for your unique adventure.

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India
Tiger Safari in Central India
This holiday suggestion is perfect for anyone keen to see tigers in the wild. Experience 10 game drives over eight days, accompanied by best-in-field naturalists, in three of the top tiger parks in India; Kanha, Bandhavgarh and Panna.
10 days from £5,995pp
Bengal Tiger, Bandhavgarh National Park, India
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Botswana
Botswana Family Safari
This family holiday perfectly showcases the culture, wildlife and diverse landscapes of northern Botswana, from the labyrinthine islands and waterways on the Okavango Delta to the elephant herds of Chobe and the vast salt pans of the Kalahari.
9 days from £5,290pp
George Laing with Meerkats, Kalahari, Botswana
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Namibia
Skeleton Coast Flying Safari
Explore a place breathtakingly silent, vast and empty. Fly low over shipwreck-strewn beaches, basalt mountains and ancient watercourses, staying at remote camps and accompanied by one of the knowledgeable Schoemans, who have been exploring this part of Namibia for generations.
6 days from £8,395pp
Flying safari, Skeleton Coast, Namibia
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Botswana
Okavango Delta Helicopter Safari
Take to the skies to appreciate Botswana’s magnificent natural phenomenon that is the Okavango Delta. Hover over these vast grasslands, flood plains and hidden lagoons, spotting the animal and bird life below. Stay at a pair of beautiful tented camps,…
7 days from £5,980pp
Helicopter safari, Botswana Safari, Helicopter Horizon
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Botswana
Okavango Delta and Selinda Concession Safari
Discover the wilderness of northern Botswana, beginning amidst the floodplains of the Okavango Delta, before transferring to the unique landscape of the Selinda Reserve. Both areas are packed with animal and birdlife, whilst the camps here have exclusive rights to…
7 days from £6,270pp
Lion, Selinda Reserve, Botswana
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Brazil
Flying Safari in the Brazilian Pantanal
Utilising small charter flights and nimble motorboats to travel around one of nature’s last frontiers, this beyond the ordinary adventure offers an in-depth insight (not to mention a remarkable birds’ eye view) of one of the Americas’ most iconic landscapes.
7 days from £6,900pp
Macaw, Brazil, South America
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Uganda
Flying Safari from Bwindi to Lake Victoria
Explore Uganda by light aircraft, flying from one forgotten wilderness to the next. Search for gorillas in the clouds, meet dancing Karamajong tribes and hunt for the elusive shoebill stork, before relaxing on the beaches of Lake Victoria.
12 days from £10,235pp
Lakes from the air, Uganda
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Kenya
Flying Safari to Amboseli, Meru and the Mara
Fly in comfort, on a chartered plane, across Kenya’s wild landscape. Begin with the elephant-dominated grasslands of Amboseli, before flying north to the baobabs of Meru. End in the spectacular Masai Mara, the highlight of any trip to Kenya.
8 days from £9,190pp
Tortillis Camp, elephants, Amboseli, Kenya
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Kenya
Laikipia and Mara Photographic Safari
Set out on a photographic safari through the heart of wild Kenya. Capture the best of Africa’s wildlife on camera, in private conservancies, with exclusive use of a vehicle and guide. Fly between Laikipia and the Masai Mara, spending time…
7 days from £6,325pp
Walking Leopard female Kaboso in Masai Mara, Kenya shutterstock 238382482
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Zambia
Liuwa Plains Safari
Lost amidst the forgotten grasslands of Zambia’s western expanses, the remote Liuwa Plains National Park is a unique and complex ecosystem. Explore this captivating park, rich with plains game and home to the largest wildebeest migration in Southern Africa.
6 days from £7,475pp
Liuwa Plains National Park, Zambia
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Republic of Congo
Lowland Gorilla Trekking in the Congo Basin
Explore the wildlife riches hidden deep within the dense forests of the Odzala National Park. Track lowland gorillas and encounter forest elephants in a jungle wilderness that hides in the far north of Congo.
10 days from £13,495pp
Young male gorilla in tree, Ngaga Camp, Odzala, Rep of Cong
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Belize
Conservation & Wildlife in Belize
Designed to appeal to wildlife enthusiasts and keen ornithologists, this itinerary takes in the dense jungles of the north, the wildlife sanctuaries that protect jaguar and the marine diversity of the second largest barrier reef on Earth. Linger for multiple…
11 days from £6,435pp
An ocelot in the forest of Ecuador
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Argentina
Wildlife & Wilderness in the Ibera Wetlands
Witness the wildlife and wilderness of Argentina, travelling to a remote and rarely visited Ibera Wetlands eco-estancia in search of the region’s most elusive creatures.
8 days from £2,990pp
Boardwalk over wetlands in Nature Reserve Esteros del Ibera, Argentina
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Namibia
Sand Dunes and Desert Wildlife
Begin with the windswept dunes of Sossusvlei – best admired from a balloon, before tracking desert rhinos in Kunene and exploring the exclusive, wildlife-rich Ongava Reserve. Journey across Namibia in comfort, flying over its inspiring landscape.
11 days from £8,740pp
Journey of giraffes, Etosha National Park, Namibia
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Zambia
Landscapes and Wildlife of Kafue National Park
Explore Zambia’s largest and oldest national park, Kafue. The Busanga Plains, with their rich predator population, are an undoubted highlight, but the quieter central and southern sectors of the park offer a very different – and arguably wilder – experience.
9 days from £7,900pp
Lion at sunset, Busanga Plains, Kafue National Park, Zambia
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Canada
Culture & Wildlife in Haida Gwaii
Sail the remote waters of Haida Gwaii, uncovering the ancient culture of the Haida First Nations people and exploring the nooks of this wild island chainset that protrudes from the western coast of British Columbia.
10 days from £6,950pp
Ninstints, Haida Gwaii, British Columbia, Canada
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South Africa
KwaZulu-Natal Wildlife, Coast and Battlefields
This holiday offers a perfect mixture of history, culture, wildlife and relaxation, all in KwaZulu-Natal, a province of South Africa blessed with a great climate and incredible scenery. Showcasing the best of this remarkable province from private wildlife concessions to…
12 days from £5,595pp
Thonga Beach Lodge, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
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Rwanda
Highlights of Rwanda
Rwanda has become synonymous with gorilla trekking, but this holiday also showcases the diverse wildlife and landscapes elsewhere in this fascinating country. As well as trekking for endangered mountain gorillas in Rwanda’s Virunga Massif, explore the lakes, savannah and hills…
11 days from £14,595pp
Young wet gorilla, Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
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Italy
Wildlife Tracking in the Apennines
Join expert nature guides to explore the rugged wilderness of Italy’s central Apennine Mountains. Set camera traps, follow bear and wolf tracks and learn about conservation efforts to protect the wildlife.
8 days from £3,695pp
Mountain goat (chamois) sat on cliffs edge with rolling green mountainsides in background.
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Spain
On The Trail of Bears in Northern Spain
Spend eight days exploring Northern Spain and some of the most extensive, unspoiled and intact forest ecosystems in western Europe. Explore the Cantabrian mountains and the forests of Asturias in search of bears and visit the rugged coastline of Cudillero.
8 days from £3,795pp
Brown bear looking from grass Spain
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Experiences

Tell us what you love doing and we’ll curate a journey that’s perfect for you.

Aardvark, South Africa
 

Aardvark Safari

Head out on an on-foot aardvark safari at Samara Game Reserve, searching for these fascinating and unusual creatures.

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Aerial view, Graham Island, British Columbia, Canada
 

Flying Safari

Take to the skies on a flying safari in British Columbia.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Game drive at Sungulwane Private Game Lodge, Zuka Private Game Resere, Northern Zululand, South Africa
 

KwaZulu-Natal Safari

Visit beautiful private game reserves, home to wonderful flora and fauna including the Big Five and fabulous bird life.

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Boat Safari on the Chobe River

Head out on a sunset cruise down the Chobe River, spotting the vast herds of elephants for which this area is famous.

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Air Boating on the Floodplains, Bamurru Plains, Mary River, Kakadu, Northern Territories, Australia
 

Airboat Safari

Stay at Bamurru Plains and cruise the mangroves and floodplains in search of crocodile, magpie geese and jabiru.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Flying safari, Skeleton Coast, Namibia
 

Flying Safari

Join one of the highly-regarded Schoeman brothers on a flying safari along the Skeleton Coast. Fly low over the landscape, spotting shipwrecks, meeting Himba communities and staying at remote camps.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Game drives, Makanyane Safari Lodge, Madikwe & The Waterberg, South Africa
 

Day & Night Game Drives

Once barren farming land, Madikwe now teems with species. Set out on game drives during the day and night, in search of lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes and more.

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Western or Horsfield's Tarsier, Borneo
 

Danum Valley Night Safari

Join a night safari in Danum Valley and silently search for amphibians like flying frogs as well as the elusive slow loris and the extremely cute western tarsier.

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Elephant on grasslands, Marataba Game Lodge, The Waterberg
 

Low Risk Malaria Safari

Explore the dramatic landscapes of South Africa’s Madikwe & The Waterberg, northern reserves, a low risk malarial area.

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Ibo Island dhow safari, arimba dhow, mozambique
 

Dhow Safari

Take a dhow safari between the islands, camping beneath palm trees on white sands.

Kanha track, Kanha National Park, India
 

Luxury Tiger Safari

Stay at Taj Mahua Kothi Lodge in Kanha National Park for the ultimate luxury tiger safari.

Kinabatangan River Sabah,Borneo, Malaysia
 

Kinabatangan River Safari

Spot proboscis monkeys, pygmy elephants and orangutans on a boat safari along the Kinabatangan River in Malaysian Borneo.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Leopard eating impala in trees, Okavango Delta, Botswana
 

Linyanti Big Cat Safari

Linyanti is renowned for its predator activity – spot lions, leopards and cheetahs as they stalk prey across the reserve.

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Male Lion and Cub, Kruger National Park, South Africa
 

Big Five Safari

Experience a Big Five safari in the incomparably vast Kruger National Park.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Looking out from Nyiragongo towards Rwanda, Virunga National Park, Democratic Republic of Congo
 

Helicopter Safari

Take a helicopter safari over the Virunga Mountains, spending time on active volcanoes.

Tanjung Puting National Park, Borneo
 

Borneo Wildlife River Cruise

Stay at Rimba Lodge and cruise the Sekonyer River on a traditional klotok boat in search of orangutan, proboscis monkeys, hornbills and monitor lizards.

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Sunset, Ibera Wetlands, Argentina
 

Night Jeep Safaris

Under cover of darkness, head out in a 4×4 to experience the Ibera Wetlands at night, observing its nocturnal critters under torchlight.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Walking, Selinda Canoe Travel, Selinda Reserve, Botswana
 

Mobile Safari in the Okavango Delta

Take a luxury mobile safari through the heart of the delta. Stay at beautiful tented camps and benefit from expert guiding as you explore on foot, by boat and by 4×4.

Desert Safari, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
 

Go on a Desert Dunes 4×4 Safari

Join a group of adventurous thrill-seekers for a fun-filled, action-packed few hours, driving across the mighty dunes outside Dubai.

Skidoo, Sweden
 

Electric Snowmobile Safari

Explore the frozen reaches of Sweden on an extended snowmobile adventure.

African Green Pigeon, Lango Bai, Odzala, Rep of Congo
 

Wildlife Safari

Explore by boat, 4×4 and on foot, looking out for forest elephants, monkeys, birds and more.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Asian Rhino, Tiger Tops Tharu, Chitwan, Nepal
 

Safari in Bardia National Park

Nepal’s best-kept secret, Bardia is a beautiful, unspoiled wilderness. Raft down the river and view an extraordinary array of wildlife, including the elusive Bengal tiger.

Crater, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda
 

Wildlife Safari

Take game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park for a genuine East Africa safari experience without the crowds.

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Jeep safari, Tiger Tops Karnali, Bardia National Park, Nepal
 

Tiger Safari

See a wild tiger strutting through the jungle, straight out of Rudyard Kiplings’s Jungle Book.

Elephant encounter, South Luangwa, Zambia
 

Walking Safaris

Home of the walking safari, Zambia offers some of the best walking in Africa.

Suggested read: blog

Exterior of Tent, Serian Serengeti, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
 

Safari with Alex Walker

Join renowned guide Alex Walker on a walking safari, staying at simple tented camps. Immerse yourself in the environment, with complete flexibility and at the whim of Alex’s instincts and the animals.

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Elephants with Mount Kilimanjaro behind, Amboseli National Park, Kenya
 

Safari Photography

Take advantage of the superb photographic opportunities away from the crowds.

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heron type bird flying at the chitwan national park
 

Wildlife Safari

Stay at Chitwan or Bardia National Park, and take a safari in search of wildlife.

Lioness playing with cubs, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
 

Serengeti Safari

Take a safari out on the majestic plains of the Serengeti, dotted with granite kopjes and home to breath-taking wildlife.

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Morning Game Drive, Yala National Park, Sri Lanka
 

Wildlife Safari

As a Junior Ranger, track leopard and wild elephants in one of the many national parks.

On foot, Sapi, Mana Pools, Zimbabwe
 

Walking Safari

Walk across the rich floodplains that border the Zambezi River, with views of Zambia on the opposite bank. Encounter bull elephants, herds of buffalos, prides of lions and numerous antelopes.

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Skeleton Coast, Namibia
 

Skeleton coast flying safari

In the late afternoon we circled high and then landed in a tight valley surrounded by mountains – few can make that kind of landing. Andre is one of the most experienced pilots in Namibia, in southern Africa and that is one of the joys of the safari: you can touch down pretty much anywhere.

Sundowners with lake behind, Chem Chem, Tarangire National Park
 

Slow Safari

Stay at the home of the “slow safari”, Chem Chem Lodge. This beautiful lodge sits in a private concession adjoining Tarangire National Park and has perfected a wonderful mix of relaxation and wildlife.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Wading on walking safari, South Luangwa, Zambia
 

Walking Safari

Experience the thrill of approaching big game on foot – accompanied by one of the best walking guides in Africa.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Walking, Sand Rivers Selous, Selous Game Reserve
 

Walking Safari

Join an armed ranger on foot and track big game across the landscapes of Ruaha and Selous.

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Local Aboriginal people with Sab Lord, Arnhemland, Australia
 

Sab Lord Safari

Join a Lords Safari and explore remote Arnhem Land with guides who know this region intimately and put their knowledge at guests’ disposal. With permission to enter special areas of Kakadu National Park and Arnhem Land they can take you far from the crowds, into the wilderness where stresses of everyday living simply melt away.

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Bears, The Cantabrian Mountains, Spain
 

Explore the Cantabrian Mountains

With an expert naturalist, walk through pristine mountain terrain in search of Iberian wolves, Brown bear, wildcat and other interesting mammals.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Mountain view Abruzzo, Italy
 

Explore the Apennines

Walk, hike or bike through the Apennine Mountains of Abruzzo and experience spectacular scenery and range of wild fauna.

Bear, Cantabrian Mountains, Spain
 

See Marsican Brown Bear

Explore the Apennine mountains of Abruzzo in the wild heart of Italy, to see Marsican brown bear, Roe deer and other fauna.

Wild Cat, Cantabrian Mountains, Spain
 

View Wildcat

Watch the very beautiful Wildcat hunting for rodents in the grass.

Meet our experts

A passion for travel runs right through every one of our experts - meaning they're always ready with first-hand insight about their specialist countries.

Chris Johnston
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Chris Johnston

Chris is the Conde Nast Traveller chosen Specialist for Madagascar, Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda.

Almost three decades ago, I set off for a three-month trip to Africa – and ended up staying for two years. Since then, I’ve led groups through Rwanda, Uganda and Malawi, and have been named a Specialist for Madagascar, Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda by Condé Nast Traveller. This depth of knowledge and on-the-ground experience is something I bring to each tailor-made itinerary I create.

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Kate Hitchen
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Kate Hitchen

After more than 20 years in travel, I still find joy in creating journeys that can’t be replicated. My clients return time and time again for trips that are original, imaginative and deeply personal, shaped by my first-hand knowledge and the close partnerships I’ve built around the world. I understand that each holiday is special to them and feel privileged to help create something that will stay in their memories forever.

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