Choosing Your Safari
Choosing the right safari style shapes your entire trip; the pace, level of comfort, and how close you feel to the wilderness.
Here’s a clear guide to the most common safari types and who they suit best. Please note that many of these elements are often combined in a single trip. For example, you might follow a mostly private lodge circuit with your own guide and vehicle, while also including some light aircraft flights or a few walking safaris. Alternatively, you could mix mobile safaris with lodge stays.
Private Lodge Circuit
The classic, most comfortable style
You stay in a series of luxury camps or lodges, each offering game drives and activities
Best for: first-timers, couples, families, honeymooners
Why choose it: seamless logistics, high comfort, flexible schedules
Where it works well: Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Botswana, Zambia
Fly-In Safari
Fast, scenic and ideal for remote areas.
Light aircraft connect camps, saving long road transfers and maximising wildlife time
Best for: travellers short on time, older travellers, high-end trips
Why choose it: more time in the wild, spectacular aerial views
Where it works well: Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, Northern Kenya
Private Vehicle & Guide
Complete control over your game viewing
You have your own vehicle, guide and schedule
Best for: photographers, families with children, serious wildlife enthusiasts
Why choose it: total flexibility at sightings, personalised guiding
Where it works well: Kenya conservancies, South Africa private reserves, Zambia
Walking Safari
Immersive and grounded.
Led by highly trained walking guides, these safaris offer a slower, deeper look at the ecosystem
Best for: adventurous travellers, older teens and adults
Why choose it: intimate wildlife encounters, tracking, learning bushcraft
Where it works well: Zambia, Zimbabwe, Northern Tanzania, private Botswana concessions
Small Group Safari
Social and structured, without compromising quality
A set itinerary with a small group and professional guide
Best for: solo travellers, budget-conscious travellers, those who enjoy shared experiences
Why choose it: predictable cost, built-in companionship
Where it works well: Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Madagascar
Self-Drive Safari - Please note, we do not offer these safaris in general, but have included here so that you are aware of all the types of safaris that exist.
Independent and flexible
You drive your own vehicle and stay in lodges or rest camps
Best for: seasoned, independent, travellers, confident drivers and photographers seeking freedom
Why choose it: full independence, great for budget management
Where it works well: Namibia, South Africa
Contact us to design your tailor-made safari
