OUR BIG 5 SAFARIS
A Big 5 safari is one of the most popular types of holidays to Africa. Seeing elephant, rhino, leopard, lion and buffalo in the wild – often within mere metres of the game-drive vehicle – is very different to seeing them in a nature documentary. There is nothing to compare watching a breeding herd of elephants pass by, the matriarch deciding the way, the little ones being protected in the middle, the teenage bulls practicing being protective. Buffalo may seem inscrutable at first but a herd on the move has awe-inspiring power that intimidates even lions. Lions are very social and the pride will groom each other, play and stretch out in the shade until it’s time to hunt again.
Although sightings of all of the Big 5 can never be guaranteed, our expert travel consultants can advise you about which animals are most commonly spotted in each destination and the best time of year for their sightings. We know how important it is for you to see Africa’s signature animals, which is why we will tailor-make a Big 5 safari for you depending on whether you are focused on travelling to a specific country or at a specific time of year.
WHY WE RECOMMEND A BIG 5 SAFARI



ITINERARIES TO INSPIRE YOU
Here are our favourite Big 5 Itineraries to inspire you. All of our itineraries can be tailored to meet your specific requirements.
Secret Wildlife
NAMIBIA
DURATION: 9 NIGHTS
Wildlife and Waves
KENYA
DURATION: 12 NIGHTS
Secret South Africa
SOUTH AFRICA
DURATION: 10 NIGHTS
Self-drive the Cape
SOUTH AFRICA
DURATION: 11 NIGHTS
Big 5 and Beach
SOUTH AFRICA
DURATION: 10 NIGHTS
Kruger to Cape Town
SOUTH AFRICA
DURATION: 10 NIGHTS
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