Travelers who choose a luxury safari can sometimes experience a bit of sticker shock when they start the planning process. Without knowing what goes into a safari, it can be hard to understand why it can feel like a splurge. Today we will explore some of the reasons why a luxury safari justifies its price tag.
A safari isn’t a vacation where you want to encounter crowds of other travelers. Choosing a private reserve for your safari gives you an opportunity for exclusivity. You’ll come across few other vehicles during your game drives, the number of vehicles at sightings will be regulated and you’ll enjoy a sense of space and privacy not possible in most national parks and game reserves. The luxury camps and lodges in private reserves are generally smaller and more intimate, adding to your sense of exclusivity.
Some people think of safari as a ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ vacation though many find they fall in love with Africa and can’t wait to get back. If you’re going all the way to Africa, why not do it right? African safari destinations offer some of the most luxurious accommodations imaginable.
Tented camps often equal the luxuries of hotel rooms, offering beautiful and spacious accommodations, ensuite bathrooms with beautiful amenities including soaking tubs and outdoor showers, along with incredible service and cuisine – all with the wild right outside your door. Luxury game lodges offer beautiful, design-forward accommodations with excellent amenities, sometimes including private plunge pools, gyms, spas and even photographic studios. Private, exclusive use accommodations are also available and usually include a private vehicle, private guide and private staff to take care of you during your stay. A villa stay is the very height of luxury. Luxury city hotels offer some of the best amenities and services in the best locations, allowing you to enjoy incredible accommodations throughout your entire safari experience. Learn more about safari accommodations and work with one of our Journey Specialists to decide what kind of accommodation best fits your dream safari.
Your guide has an enormous impact on your safari experience. Phenomenal guiding and incredible wildlife experiences are what we are known for and it is an important reminder how critical having excellent safari guides are to your overall trip enjoyment. Ensuring you have great guides, versus just good ones, will make all the difference to your trip, and we only work with the best. For an even more exclusive experience, consider upgrading to a private guide throughout your safari. Visit this blog to learn what distinguishes the best guides on the continent and rest assured that your luxury safari with Africa Adventure Consultants will have you enjoying the African wilderness with some of the most accomplished guides out there.
The preservation of wilderness areas and the protection of wildlife come with a cost. Just by taking an African safari, you are contributing to the conservation of some of the world’s greatest natural wonders. By choosing a safari with Africa Adventure Consultants you are going one step further, directly supporting any one of a number of worthy charities we have vetted and partnered with and making a difference on the ground in Africa.
An African safari is an incredibly memorable and special experience. Every day is different and will surprise and delight you. But you can take it one step further with exclusive experiences that will take your trip over the top. Imagine a private helicopter ride to a luxury picnic or sundowners at a scenic point. Or a hot air balloon ride followed by a Champagne breakfast just for your small group. Booking a private specialty guide in Cape Town lets us craft a tour that’s tailored specifically to your interests whether it be art, food, wine, history or architecture. And of course, booking a property exclusively – whether it be a villa or an entire camp – makes for the ultimate in exclusivity. Talk with your Journey Specialist about your safari dreams and we’ll work to make all of those ‘wow’ moments happen.
If you are ready to plan your own customized luxury safari, contact one of our Journey Specialists to get started and subscribe to our newsletter below for more safari inspiration!
Photos courtesy Monwana Game Lodge, Anisha B., Singita Milele, AAC Marketing Director Beth McCabe, North Island and Ellerman House