Planet Africa Safaris

09/04/2025

Say hello to one of the most unspoiled beach destinations in Africa. 🌴

Mozambique’s pristine 2,500km coastline is scattered with stunning beaches and island archipelagos. Bazaruto and the Quirimbas are the setting for a handful of exclusive, high-end beach lodges – an idyllic way to end a safari.

Discover more about visiting Mozambique: https://www.planetafricasafaris.com/destinations/mozambique/

04/04/2025

Hands up if you can picture yourself spending a few nights in this unique hideaway! 😍

📍 Kambaku Lodges Overnight Hide, Timbavati Nature Reserve

02/04/2025

“An epic vacation! Everything went like clockwork. Perfect. The best time ever. Perfect guides, accommodations and locations. Even Jane Goodall in Arusha!!
The last day our guide took us to the African Heritage Cultural Center in Arusha the a city tour. She was there shooting a documentary. I was lucky to snap a few photos before they started filming. Just the right place at the right time. We really enjoyed the birds of Tanzania too.” - David

Tell us what you would like to do and see, when you would like to travel, and we will take it from there. Start planning your trip here: https://www.planetafricasafaris.com/plan-your-trip/

31/03/2025

We’re your gateway to 10 of Africa’s top destinations. ✨

Discover more: https://www.planetafricasafaris.com/destinations/

26/03/2025

Many travelers pair their safari with a secluded coastal escape - where palm trees sway, sunsets meet cocktails, and hidden gems offer perfect relaxation before returning to reality.

Our must-visit beach & island safari destinations:

🌊Zanzibar: The Spice Island of Zanzibar lies off the coast of Tanzania, a short flight from Dar es Salaam. Once the commercial center of East Africa, it has a fascinating history; it was also the last place on earth to abolish slavery. Ancient Islamic ruins and grand old merchant homes with the Indian Ocean as a backdrop – this beautiful little island offers far more than your average beach destination.

🌊Seychelles: Tropical forests, lined by white-sand beaches and fringed by intensely rich coral reefs. Located in the heart of the Indian Ocean, to the East of Africa, the Seychelles is an archipelago of scattered islands and one of the world’s most breathtaking tropical paradises. Especially the Outer Islands form an untouched paradise, and are home to an abundance of fauna and flora. Only a short flight from Mahé – the main island where also the international airport is situated – this remote island is covered in coconut palms and tropical flora. Alphonse Island truly is a paradise, with miles of lagoons, unblemished shorelines, and sea flats.

🌊Mozambique: One of the most unspoiled beach destinations in Africa. Mozambique’s pristine 2,500km coastline is scattered with stunning beaches and island archipelagos. Bazaruto and the Quirimbas are the setting for a handful of exclusive, high-end beach lodges – an idyllic way to end a safari.

Explore more: https://www.planetafricasafaris.com/experiences/beach-and-islands/

19/03/2025

“Our trip was amazing! Every place we visited was incredible and then the next was better than before. I cannot describe how thrilled, overwhelmed and humbled we were by this experience. Our guides were amazing, very attentive and well informed. The lodges and food were top notch. Rachel at Planet Africa Safaris did an incredible job of planning ,she listened to our ideas and requests, added her own advise and input, and came up with a marvelous plan. She didn't miss a beat! We highly recommend her!!!!” - Pennie. S

Your African journey starts here: https://www.planetafricasafaris.com/plan-your-trip/

17/03/2025

We’re 100% committed to highly-personalised safari design.

Our safari design process is smart, seamless, and value-driven. With deep expertise and trusted partners, we craft flawless journeys—whether you seek luxury or rustic charm, relaxation or adventure.

🦒We consult: we dig deep to understand your
dream safari needs and where you'd like it to unfold.

🦒We personalize: get a tailored itinerary designed to turn your dream safari into an unforgettable reality.

🦒You enjoy: sit back as we handle every detail,
making sure you have an unrivalled safari experience.

Get in touch: https://www.planetafricasafaris.com/

12/03/2025

Meet our Safari Specialist, Erica.

Erica is a born-and-bred Zimbabwean local that has made adventure her full time job. Fortunate enough to have an early introduction to the bush, her love for travel first began on safari holidays to Hwange National Park during school breaks. Since then, she has travelled extensively throughout Africa: adding Botswana, South Africa, Namibia, Mozambique, the Republic of Congo and Tanzania to her passport stamp collection alongside destinations further abroad. She has been living in Cape Town since 2017 crafting tailor made itineraries and luxury group safaris.

For Erica, the most special thing about an African safari is sipping on condensed milk coffee while watching the sun rise from under layers of beanies, scarfs, and blankets – cold mornings in the bush are a bracing prelude to a day under the African sky. A close second is chasing the sunset at every opportunity. All plans on safari quite literally revolve around the sun!

📍TOP PICK:
Hwange National Park – mostly because it’s home. Erica has done the Pumping Legs for Water cycling challenge through Hwange 3 times. This worthwhile initiative raises awareness and funds to support the limited water sources in the park.

✈️TRAVEL TIP:
Start, don’t stop! And very important: be nice to the immigration officers. After all, they give you the stamps.

05/03/2025

05/03/2025

Emerging peacefully from the oppressive politics of the past, South Africa’s cosmopolitan cities and first-world infrastructure have made the country a top choice for travelers wary of Africa’s less-developed nations. From the private game reserves around Kruger to the icy waters of the Cape, South Africa offers opportunities to enjoy a great diversity of landscapes and experiences.

Discover more of our ‘not to be missed’ recommendations when visiting South Africa: https://www.planetafricasafaris.com/destinations/south-africa/

03/03/2025

“The natural world is the greatest source of excitement; the greatest source of visual beauty; the greatest source of intellectual interest.” – Sir David Attenborough

Today on World Wildlife Day, we celebrate the wildlife that makes Africa extraordinary and the conservation efforts that ensure future generations can experience its wonders. 🌿🐘🦁

28/02/2025

Throwback to December, when Mary and her family were mastering the art of wakeboarding and waterskiing at ! 🌊

This enchanting haven in Stanford ticks all the boxes, offering a perfect blend of water and land adventures.

19/02/2025

An African safari is so much more than just game drives and the chic safari khaki and a chilled G&T while overlooking a watering hole. Yes, these are all part of your holiday with our tailored offerings, but what we really want to do is awaken your spirit through travel.

An African holiday supports local livelihoods, strengthens conservation efforts, and helps protect the continent’s incredible landscapes and wildlife. Ultimately, it means travelling with a purpose.

Start planning your African safari: https://www.planetafricasafaris.com/plan-your-trip/

12/02/2025

“Planet Africa organised the best safari imaginable. Everything went perfectly and the places selected were top. I can not imagine a better experience.” - David Korslund

We treasure designing each safari from scratch – listening to our travelers’ interests and knowing the latest from the field.

Start planning your next safari: https://www.planetafricasafaris.com/plan-your-trip/

10/02/2025

Tanzania is a beautiful country that offers an incredible diversity of safari experiences. Naturally the wildebeest migration in the Serengeti and the famous Ngorongoro Crater are well-known, but there is plenty more to see, from the baobab trees of Tarangire to the hunter-gatherers that roam Lake Eyasi.

Discover more about our ‘not to be missed’ recommendation when visiting Tanzania: https://www.planetafricasafaris.com/destinations/tanzania/

07/02/2025

The latest United Nations Tourism Report highlights a growing trend of travelers seeking meaningful, immersive experiences that resonate with contemporary environmental, social, and cultural values.

Rachel Irvine, CEO of the creative communications agency Irvine Partners, notes, “Africa's exceptional fusion of natural beauty, cultural authenticity, and conscious tourism, makes it an ideal destination for those who want to explore and form bonds with the people they meet on their travels.”

Read more: https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/key-trends-defining-the-future-of-african-hospitality-in-2025-255767a

📷 Bumi Hills, Zimbabwe

05/02/2025

In case you’re new around here, we’d love to introduce our Director, Mary Rijnberg.

Despite the fact that she is tall and blonde, Mary was born in Ethiopia, which is probably where she first caught the ‘Africa bug’. Mary’s parents worked as Flying Doctors in Zambia and Ethiopia in the 60’s and 70’s and travelled through the Serengeti in a Volkswagen Beetle. So, it comes as no surprise that Mary is exceptionally safari savvy.

She studied criminal law and history at Leiden University in the Netherlands and had a corporate job in Amsterdam for a few years. Then in 2004, Mary and her partner Bas decided to take a year off from their corporate jobs in Amsterdam and went to work in Tanzania. She was immediately inspired by the bush and going on safari, which lead to her becoming co-director of a small safari company. Mary became the sole owner some years later and moved down to Cape Town. Mary loves going on weekend trips to the bush with Bas and their children, Morris, Kiki and Finn. She is extremely fond of giraffes and elephants, but with her slight feather-phobia, you won’t catch her anywhere near the local birdlife!

📍TOP PICK
Mahale Mountains National Park in Tanzania for the remote location and wild verdant forests.

✈️TRAVEL TIP
Take beautiful pictures on safari, but for the rest of the time try to really sink into the experience, looking at it with your eyes and not too much through your camera lens.

31/01/2025

Crafting a family-friendly safari is an art, and we’ve mastered it. Variety is key - energetic teens and active kids will love adventures that let them step out of the vehicle, like canoeing, biking, or walking safaris.

For larger families, we ensure ample space and personalized care with additional vehicles and expert guides.

Because your safari should be as seamless and memorable as the moments you share together.

Discover more: https://www.planetafricasafaris.com/experiences/family-safaris/