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Our safari activities showcase Africa’s most iconic attractions. Ujuzi African Travel can help you figure out exactly what to do on your safari to create the adventure of a lifetime.
See Africa from a Different Point of View
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HALF DAY ACTIVITY
Boat Cruises
Experience Africa from a whole new angle. Traveling by water allows unparalleled views of hippos, bathing elephants and zebras, and many of the continent’s most dazzling birds. Read more. »
Photo Credit: Gavin Lautenbach
HALF DAY ACTIVITY
Hot Air Balloon Safaris
Enjoy your African safari from the sky! Watch herds of animals undulate over the landscape below as the expanding horizon offers glimpses into faraway reaches. Read more. »
Photo Credit: Mowani Mountain Camp
HALF DAY TO MULTIDAY ACTIVITY
Walking Safaris & Bush Walks
For an intimate encounter with the wonders of the African bush, leave the safari vehicle behind for a walk or hike. Feel the earth beneath your feet and the matchless thrill of viewing Africa’s most iconic wildlife at eye level. Read more. »
Photo Credit: John Faul
HALF TO FULL DAY ACTIVITY
Horseback Safaris
Experience the sights and sounds of the African savannah without engine noise. Zebras, antelopes, and other grazers recognize the horse as a friend, enabling unprecedented viewing. Read more. »
MULTI-DAY ACTIVITY
Self-Drive Safaris
Enjoy the adventure of the open road? A self-drive safari in southern Africa could be the perfect fit. Read more. »
HALF DAY ACTIVITY
Wildlife Hides
Wildlife hides give photographers and wildlife lovers a close-up view of animals and their natural behaviors. Read more. »
Cultural Connections
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HALF OR FULL DAY ACTIVITY
Cultural Encounters
Africa is home to thousands of distinct ethnic groups. Create new connections as you visit nearby farms and villages, learn about local cultures, and partake in traditional foods and recreation. Read more. »
Photo Credit: Cape Town Tourism
HALF OR FULL DAY ACTIVITY
Tasting Tours
Indulge your senses at a coffee, tea, or wine estate. Or explore new culinary horizons with a master class in local cuisine from an experienced chef. Your tastebuds will thank you.
Photo Credit: Jason Nott
HALF DAY TO MULTI-DAY ACTIVITY
Service Safaris
Give back to the land that has given you so much. Ujuzi African Travel partners with local organizations to offer volunteer opportunities in conservation, healthcare, and more.
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HALF OR FULL DAY ACTIVITY
Historical Tours
As the cradle of humanity, Africa is rich in history. Trace the footsteps of early humans in the Great Rift Valley or the Cradle of Humankind. Explore the multicultural past and present of Zanzibar’s Stone Town. Discover ancient and living kingdoms, view prehistoric art, or visit the spots where Apartheid crumbled.
For the Active Traveler
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HALF DAY TO MULTI-DAY ACTIVITY
Mountain Trekking
From Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya to the Virunga Mountains and South Africa’s coastal Table Mountain, the continent’s innumerable peaks offer delights for trekkers of every level.
Photo Credit: Charles Steinburg
HALF OR FULL DAY ACTIVITY
Chimpanzee Trekking
Experience the awe of an encounter with humanity’s closest living relative for yourself. Read more. »
HALF DAY ACTIVITY
Canoeing & Kayaking
Paddle through coastal bays as African penguins swim beside you. Watch colorful fish dart through the submerged roots of a mangrove tree. A self-powered craft offers incomparable encounters with African wildlife. Read more. »
HALF DAY TO MULTI-DAY ACTIVITY
Whitewater Rafting
Forge the headwaters of the Nile or experience the power of great rapids downstream from Victoria Falls under the tutelage of an experienced guide. Read more. »
HALF DAY OR FULL DAY ACTIVITY
Diving & Snorkeling
Africa’s waters promise unforgettable experiences beneath the waves. Dive into our top options for underwater exploration in Africa. Read more. »
Photo Credit: Karisia Walking Safaris
HALF DAY TO MULTI-DAY ACTIVITY
Camel Safaris
From Egypt in the north to Kenya in the south, this time-honored mode of travel offers intimate glimpses of the landscape and its creatures.
HALF OR FULL DAY ACTIVITY
Monkey Trekking
Comb through emerald forests in search of elusive and breathtakingly beautiful primates such as the golden monkey or the Zanzibar red colobus.
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