First-time Safaris
Your first safari tour is a truly unforgettable experience; spending the day watching elegant gazelles prancing along the veld or spotting prowling lions in the grass in their natural habitat.
At Scott Dunn, our travel experts have relationships with the best local guides and rangers, allowing us to design a first-time safari that’s tailored to you. Whether you’re planning a family-friendly adventure or a romantic honeymoon, we’ll take the time to get to know you and help plan your ideal trip. Dedicate your day to following a herd of elephants across the savanna in Tanzania, or combine your South African safari holiday with a visit to Cape Town - the choice is yours.
The Best Destinations for a First-time Safari
First time on safari but in need of a little help? Luckily, our travel experts have all the insider knowledge about the best safari destinations across Africa. If you want to see the ‘Big Five’ in Zimbabwe or travel to one of Kenya's vast national parks, we’ll help you choose the best location for your first safari adventure.
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With the wildlife-strewn Masai Mara, flamingo-filled Rift Valley lakes, vibrant tribes and palm-fringed coastline, a holiday to Kenya offers a true 'Out of Africa' experience.
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From rugged wilderness and world-class wines to migrating whales off the coast, South Africa is so much more than just a safari destination – it’s a country that has it all.
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With unrivalled quantities of game and some of the most beautiful national parks on the continent, a Tanzania holiday is a safari dream come true.
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This beautiful country with a wide range of diverse environments ripe for exploring.
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Botswana is a brilliant destination to view wildlife as Makgadikgadi Pans is a sanctuary for many bird species and enormous herds of migratory zebra.
What Our Guests Have Said
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"The Saruni Mara lodge was perfect for us as first time Safari tourists. The staff at the hotel are simply incredible people and we cannot be thankful enough to them and also our Masai guide Diana. Food was remarkable."SM - September 2025Travelled to Kenya
