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ourneys through Africa offer a captivating blend of adventure, luxury, culture and conservation — an irresistible choice among many travelers. Your Global Travel Collection advisor can share options for remarkable safaris through the savannah, as well as for private jet travel and the awe-inspiring experience of gorilla trekking. And when your trip is underway, you’ll enjoy unparalleled insider-access courtesy of local connections. African safari itineraries offer up-close encounters with the animal kingdom, plus all the exclusive benefits of a luxury getaway.

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The South African trip of a lifetime

Breathtaking landscapes, historical significance and cultural diversity — South Africa encompasses many wonders, both natural and manmade. On a journey across this remarkable country, you’ll join a comprehensive adventure with the finest guides in the industry.

 

Explore Signal Hill and Table Mountain, search for iconic wildlife by land and air, and relax in a lodge under a nature reserve’s spectacular stars. Ask me more about authentically African experiences, whether your interests lie in wildlife conservation or cultural immersion.

 

Days 1–3: Cape Town, South Africa | Arrival and exploration (Belmond Mt Nelson)

Days 4–5: Franschhoek, South Africa | Sip through wine country (Le Quartier)

Days 6–7: Gansbaai, South Africa | Immerse in nature (Grootbos Private Nature Reserve)

Days 8–11: Kruger National Park | See the Big Five (Singita Lebombo Lodge)

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The ultimate wildlife trekking experience

Embark on an unforgettable wildlife journey through East Africa beginning in Rwanda, a small country with enormous biodiversity. Its national parks and reserves harbor a wealth of wildlife, including mountain gorillas with numbers on the rise, thanks to conservation efforts.

 

You and your loved ones can come face-to-face to observe and interact with these amazing animals, departing when you choose with expert local guides leading the way. Then, venture into the sprawling wilderness of Kenya to spot the Big Five. Conclude your African experience in Seychelles, the Indian Ocean’s most picturesque archipelago.

 

Days 1–2: Kigali, Rwanda | Arrival and exploration (The Retreat)

Days 3–5: Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda | Where wild gorilla roam (Singita or One&Only)

Day 6: Nairobi, Kenya | Discover local conservation (Hemingways)

Days 7–9: Kenya | Safari (Angama Mara) 

Days 10–14: Seychelles | Relax in tropical paradise (Four Seasons Resort Seychelles) 

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