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 connections with the best local guides and rangers, allowing us to create a perfect first-time safari that’s tailored to you. Whether you’re planning an adventure for the whole family or a romantic honeymoon with your significant other, we’ll take the time to get to know you and help you plan your first-time safari. 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.
Planning your first African safari but in need of a little help? Luckily, our travel experts have all the insider knowledge about the best first-time African safari destinations. Whether 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 adventure.
Kenya
With the wildlife-strewn Masai Mara, flamingo-filled Rift Valley lakes, vibrant tribes and palm-fringed coastline, a vacation to Kenya offers a true 'Out of Africa' experience.
South Africa
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.
Tanzania
With unrivaled quantities of game and some of the most beautiful national parks on the continent, a Tanzania vacation is a safari dream come true.
Zimbabwe, Africa
This beautiful country with a wide range of diverse environments ripe for exploring.
Botswana
Botswana is a brilliant destination to view wildlife as Makgadikgadi Pans is a sanctuary for many bird species and enormous herds of migratory zebra.
Family Fun in Namibia
Sossusvlei, Swakopmund, Damaraland, Etosha, Okonjima
$7,400 pp
Epic South Africa
Cape Town, Victoria Falls & Greater Kruger
$8,100 pp
Epic Zambia and Malawi
South Luangwa & Lake Malawi
$9,400 pp
Epic Zimbabwe
Mana Pools, Lake Kariba, & Hwange National Park
$11,000 pp
Kenya with Kids
Masai Mara & Diani Beach
$9,700 pp
Eager to arrange your first-time safari vacation but unsure where to start? Our experts have put together a series of guides with all the best first-time safari tips, from exciting extras to more practical advice, such as when to travel and where to go.
