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Tailor-made African safaris from the experts

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Your African safari starts here

Expert Africa is an award-winning travel company specialising in high-quality, tailor-made and sustainable safaris to Southern and East Africa.

We take pride in being the most knowledgeable safari specialist out there. Over the last 30 years, we've built an incredibly experienced team of people passionate about all things Africa and become a respected resource for travellers looking to discover our favourite continent's incredible wildlife, people and landscapes.

There's nothing like first-hand experience, which is why our experts spend time each year on the ground visiting the latest camps, finding hidden gems and seeing friends we've worked with for decades.

This is all so we can create and deliver an unforgettable safari experience that is perfectly suited to you. Whether it's a first safari or your seventh, seeking a back-to-basics bush adventure or looking to indulge in a little luxury, explore our site and get in contact so we can start planning your trip.

25 years in travel

Years in travel

10,873 safaris organised in the last 17 years

6,122 unedited reviews

48%

EXCELLENT

5825 out of 6122 travellers rated their trips as excellent overall

"Big thank you to Karen... 3 white rhino, with 3 babies, breathtaking"

Mrs M.from1000 Brussels

Visited: Namibia

Travelled: 26 May - 1 Jun 2025

Overall trip rating: Excellent

Our areas of expertise

Discover 997 camps, lodges & hotels in 12 amazing countries.
Explore where we can take you in Africa.


Positive impact and giving back


We’re acutely aware that the places that Expert Africa features are some of the most pristine and delicate wilderness areas in the world. They are also home to some of the world’s most iconic species. We’re conscious, too, that we have a responsibility not only to help protect these places but also to promote the benefits they provide to the people who live in them, and who dedicate themselves to protecting them.

This is a shared responsibility involving our travellers, the camps and lodges on the ground and ourselves at Expert Africa. We don't simply pay lip service to this responsibility; we actively take the lead on it. This is a genuine commitment and not the often-observed tokenism prevalent in much of our industry. Promoting actions that look good but usually have little meaningful impact is not what we are about. Expert Africa is different.

More about sustainability

11 charities supported

charities supported

1,871 trip wildlife reports completed

76,198 species sightings recorded

Key species & where to find them


Lion

Lion

Panthera leo

Lions are at the top of the food chain and also most safari wish-lists, but with their numbers falling fast, any encounter with these majestic apex predators always feels like a privilege.

81% SUCCESS

3,702 sightings from 4,572 observations

Where to see lion in Africa

Leopard

Leopard

Panthera pardus

The most numerous of Africa’s big cats, leopard occur across many habitats, from wild tracts to populated areas. Their grace and their elusive nature make them a unique safari drawcard.

47% SUCCESS

2,386 sightings from 5,078 observations

Where to see leopard in Africa

Cheetah

Cheetah

Acinonyx jubatus

The cheetah is the fastest land animal and the only cat that hunts by pure speed. Found largely in open grasslands, its slim, elegant form is today an increasingly rare sight.

33% SUCCESS

1,300 sightings from 3,894 observations

Where to see cheetah in Africa

Africa holiday styles and special interests

From family friendly adventures to the wildest walking safaris, find your perfect African trip.


Beach holidays

Beach holidays

Discover Africa's coast and tropical islands.

Birdwatching safaris

Birdwatching safaris

Diverse habitats, discreet hides and superb guiding.

Cultural Experiences

Cultural Experiences

Get authentic insight into Africa's cultures, communities and history.

Diving & snorkelling

Diving & snorkelling

Find captivating marine life beneath the waves

Family safaris

Family safaris

Our collection of incredible family safaris

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Plan and book your trip with Expert Africa

All of our trips are tailor-made, so we'll always adapt them to suit you.
Talk to an Expert and let us plan and arrange your perfect trip.


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We’ll match you with the Specialist in our team who is best suited to help you. Then together we can start planning your trip.

Set up your itinerary

Based on our experience and your ideas, your specialist will create a detailed, costed itinerary. We’ll refine it together, until we have a trip that you’re perfectly happy with.

Prepare for your trip

The same Specialist will make the seamless arrangements for your trip, send you detailed travel documents, and be available to answer any questions before you depart.

Travel with peace of mind

After you set off, you’ll be cared for by our partners in Africa, most of whom have worked with Expert Africa for decades. And if you ever need us urgently, we’re available 24/7.

When you return

We love to learn about your trip, and so will always be grateful if you’ve the time to give feedback to your Specialist when you return.

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