With so many safari destinations, picking a single country in Africa for your safari vacation can be a challenging and daunting task.  I am hoping that the challenge opens up the eyes of your mind, and leads you to consider visiting more than one destination in Africa.   In any case, if you are going to travel for miles and miles, in some cases half-way across the globe for a safari holiday or vacation, you might as well go ahead and experience, as much as you possibly can while on it?

Safari trips to Africa can be expensive. In fact they are quite costly compared to many other vacation destinations in the world. Cross country trips to Africa are therefore likely to be even more expensive. However, as expensive as they are, I have always wondered somewhat, why one would travel so far and wide, in most cases to a different continent, just to visit a single destination.  It is a pity to see tourists rushing along, in a photographic trance, hoping to get the best shot of a spectacle like the Victoria Falls, spending about 1 hour on site, and having to leave to catch a flight back home! The rush is palpable.

To give you the some idea on how could stretch and spread the value of your hard earned cash paid for your safari vacation; I have tried to list below a few multi-country Safari combinations. On doing this, I am putting my mind on that person who might be visiting Africa for the very first time, aware that it may be a once in a life-time trip.

The items on my list for these multi-country safari combinations  are NOT in any order or preference. But they all pack in a glut of varied and different experiences – in terms of wildlife, culture, landscape, ease of travel and convenience.

1.  Combine Kenya and Tanzania Trips – Classic Safaris

When people think of safaris in Africa, Kenya is the destination that comes to mind. YES, I said it. And I am well aware it is a cliché. But historically true.  Kenya is the original “Out of Africa” destination.

From the stampeding herds of the Mara, to the cultures people, and the pink mass of flamingos of the Rift Valley Lakes, against the backdrop of the majestic Mount Kenya, Kenya is safari.

Tanzania, with some of the most beautiful landscapes in massive protected areas, is a top safari holiday destination like none in East Africa.  The 2 destinations, being the homes to 2 of the most popular safari parks in Africa – Serengeti and Masai Mara, make them a perfect match.  And it is extremely easy to cross the entry points between Kenya and Tanzania, whether by road or on air.  With anything from 8 days to 14 days, one can enjoy a good round trip covering Kenya and Tanzania.

Have a look at these multi country trips:   9 Days Kenya Tanzania small group Safari and the 12 Days Wildebeest Migration safari

Kenya and Tanzania safari combination offers the best way to take advantage of Nairobi’s cheaper flights while still seeing the best that Tanzania has to offer.

2.  Rwanda and Tanzania Combination

We already know about Tanzania.  So what about Rwanda?  Rwanda has been busy, aggressively but carefully clawing her way into the big league of African safari destinations.  The land of a thousand hills is jostling for recognition, rightfully so, as a top safari destination as well.  In 2017, Rwanda took a slot as one of the World’s top emerging destinations –   Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards.

With some of the most friendly and charming people, plus world-class accommodation, Rwanda has all that most holidays destinations offer.  Settling for a combined Rwanda and Tanzania safari package is a perfect way of immersing oneself in natural conservation, classic Big 5 Safari, eco-tourism, history, Art and culture.

3.  Victoria Falls – Masai Mara – Serengeti

The majestic Victoria Falls, world-famous Masai Mara Game Reserve and the superlative Serengeti National need no introduction on Africa safari scene. These are some of the top destinations on the continent – for nature lover.  Not so long ago, there were no direct flight connections between East Africa and Victoria Falls. One had to spare a day or two in South Africa in order to connect between these destinations. That is no longer the case.  With Kenya Airways flights available between Victoria Falls and Nairobi and Livingstone and Nairobi, it is now possible to fly almost daily, unless the flights are fully booked on your dates of travel.  A holiday package combining Victoria Falls, Masai Mara and Serengeti would be good options if you can spare and afford at 14 days away from home.

4.  Victoria Falls, Botswana – Masai Mara – Serengeti

Zimbabwe, Botswana, Kenya and Tanzania  –  the real multi-country Africa safari package.   This is the trip combination of Africa’s wonderful sights and sounds. Have a look at a sample itinerary here.  Experience the magnificent Victoria Falls which is one of the 7 natural wonders of the world. This package could also include day trip or overnight trip Chobe national park in Botswana, and many other highlights such as the Zambezi river cruises.

Please summon all your patience in a separate hand-luggage, enough to get through the various border points, with immigration customs procedures that can sometimes be overbearing, while being all worth your time and patience.

5.  Bush and Beach Combos – Masai Mara, Serengeti, Seychelles Mauritius

Consider combining a wildlife safari with the relaxation of a beach holiday. There are very many possibilities on this one. You get to experience the best of Africa’s bush and beach in a safari that takes you from the wilderness to the white sandy beaches and crystal warm waters of the Indian Ocean.   Needless to say, Africa has a lot of bushes – national parks, reserves, conservancies and all. Enjoy variant wildlife viewing areas and cultural interaction in the famous reserves like Mano Pools, Chobe, Masai Mara, Serengeti, Kruger, Selous, and Ruaha among others. At the end of your safari, take time to relax on the white sands and blue waters for the Indian Ocean. Pick your beach destination from Seychelles, Mauritius, Zanzibar, Watamu, Diani, and Benguerra among many others.

6.  Kenya, Tanzania and Dubai Combo

To some people, the desert might sound like a boring place with extreme temperatures and not much else to enjoy.  How I wish they knew how wrong that assumption is.  The can be fun, especially if one chooses a destination like Dubai.

Dubai has become famous tourist destination and an evening desert tour is a must-do item. Best time to enjoying desert safari is evening, as sun goes down, the heat of desert dissipates it becomes cooler and more comfortable.  A Trip to Dubai, together with a wildlife safari in Kenya and or Tanzania, this would be another value for money package. Flight connections between Nairobi or Dar es Salam and Dubai City make this kind of safari combination easy to plan.

7.  Kenya, Tanzania Rwanda or Uganda Combination

With at least 14 days of your time, you can see and experience the absolute highlights of East Africa’s wildlife.  From Gorilla trekking, walking safaris, wildlife safaris, hiking, hot air balloon flights… not to mention cultural expedition tours, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Uganda are definitely the best African destinations that will offer you a basket full of different experiences and adventures!

Not only do you get to trek into the jungle to look for the famed mountain gorillas, but you can then follow this up with a lengthy safari across East Africa’s most famous parks including the Serengeti, Masai Mara, Ngorongoro, Selous, Tarangire, and more.  Check out this 14 days Kenya – Tanzania – Rwanda safari package.  It’s the perfect way to see all that East Africa has to offer without so much rush.

8.  Egypt and Kenya Vacation Combination

Enjoy a total Egyptian experience with a wildlife safari to Kenya.  A truly memorable and affordable trip to Africa must include the following things; the cultural wonders of Egypt and the natural wonders of Kenya. With that, you have seen the most of Africa.  Begin with a visit all of Egypt’s highlights including the Great Pyramids at Giza, the Egyptian Museum, the Khan-el-Khalili Bazaar and possibly Alexandria. Departing from Cairo, head to Luxor to board a cruise ship for a relaxing and cultural adventure down the Nile River.  After the cruise, fly into Kenya and finish the tour visiting the famous Masai Mara or Amboseli.

9.  Cape to Cairo Africa Adventure: South Africa, Kenya and Egypt

The words ‘Cairo to Cape Town’ conjure up images of African expeditions from the very early days. Those were the old days of exploration and ‘discovery’. Traveling was for the tough and the journey would take months. Several casualties later, a few (luckier ones of the toughest lot), would complete the journey.

But even today there are a multitude of challenges that this vast continent can throw at you. Deserts, rivers, and mountain-crossings are inter-twined with stunning National Parks, offering some of the best wonders on the planet.

Thanks to the Wright Brothers (and Hallmark Travel Planners), long distance travel is so easy. The Cape to Cairo journey is now a trip one can undertake in extreme luxury, within days. Our 16 days Cape to Cairo Safari Vacation is a good example. And it is quite affordable.

10.  South Africa and Seychelles – Perfect Honeymoon Combination

If you are looking at a honeymoon trip to more than one African destination, and then a South Africa and Seychelles combination would be a perfect option to choose. Such a combination is guaranteed to deliver adventure, top luxury and relaxation.  Beginning your honeymoon vacation in South Africa and finishing on the pristine shores of the Seychelles is the most popular order for this option.

If you are thinking about planning a multi –country trip to Africa, please talk to us. Let us have a chat with you and then we can plan the trip together.  We are very keen to know what places you would like to see the most, what budget you are looking to work with and what type of activities you would like to include. You will also like about our services is that we are very flexible. We listen to you and your needs as a customer and then we create the best tailor-made trip for you.