How to plan your dream trip to Africa…
So you want to see Africa? You may have an idea where you want to go and what you want to see. Weaving your ideas into a seriously addictive travel experience is where we shine. Your dreams. Our expertise. Together we can help you plan your ultimate African safari!
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Explore the destinations…
Our Africa and safari gurus are ready to provide you with their insights and advice on which destinations to include on your must-see list.
Take a look at our pick of inspiring destinations…
Review the lodges & camps…
Which properties are best for your travel style and budget? Are you getting the best rate available? Are there specials you may not know about? As safari experts with more than 20 years experience and a vast network of hand-picked properties and operators at our fingertips, booking with us will give you the assurance you’re looking for.
Explore Africa’s finest lodges, safaris and boutique hotels…
Choose your safari experience…
There’s so much more to an African safari than seeing animals from the back of a game drive vehicle! The options are endless for special, never to be repeated encounters and experiences.
Take a look at some of our latest tours for inspiration
Ask us to design your dream trip to Africa!
There’s no pressure and no obligation, just passionate people ready to make your trip a reality…
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3. Confirm the details and get ready for the trip of a lifetime!
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Why choose Southern Destinations
We are Trusted
We are an established DMC with a healthy balance of agent and referral business. Our offices in New York and Cape Town offer clients banking solutions and a point of contact in the traveller’s timezone.
We are Passionate
We love Africa and are passionate promoters of sustainable tourism that conserves animal kingdoms and uplifts communities.
We offer Value
Booking with us won’t cost you more. On the contrary, our first-hand expertise will add tremendous value to your trip and the partnerships we’ve developed over many years provide you with the best price guarantees
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The Southern Destinations difference
Tales from our trails
Safari Lodges with Air-Conditioning in Botswana
Botswana is a hot destination… and we don’t mean amazing wildlife, pristine ecosystems and fascinating cultures, but actual heat! For… …/
Gorilla trekking in UGANDA – What you need to know
If you want to get up close to mountain gorillas in their natural habitat, then Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park… …/
Ilze’s Botswana trip with &Beyond
Ilze joined a site inspection trip hosted by andBeyond which visited three beautiful camps in Botswana’s Okavango Delta – Nxabega… …/
Gorilla trekking in RWANDA – everything you need to know
Rwanda is one of the best destinations for gorilla trekking. Approximately half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas are found… …/
Child-Friendly Safari Lodges
More and more destinations in Africa are catering to families, but most safari lodges and camps are not suitable for… …/
Safari Lodges with Honeymoon Specials
Here’s a list of safari lodges on our radar that have year-round honeymoon special offers. The offer is a discount… …/
Good Value Camps in Botswana
Most of the safari camps in Botswana are quite expensive due to their remote (and therefore exclusive) locations and the… …/
Victoria Falls Activities
Victoria Falls is the Adventure Capital of Africa! Seeing the Falls (from either Zambia or Zimbabwe) offers more than just… …/
Exclusive Use Safari Options
Exclusive-use properties are ideal for multi-generational families, friend groups and those travellers seeking exclusivity and privacy when going on safari.… …/
Activities in Cape Town
Cape Town is a playground for visitors. With famous Table Mountain as the backdrop and a beautiful coastline, there are… …/
Tented Safari Camps in the Greater Kruger
Sleeping in a luxury tent or semi-tented structure out in the African wilderness is a thrilling experience you’ll never forget.… …/
Permanent water camps in the Okavango Delta
The Okavango Delta’s unique ecosystem is as a result of ebb and flow of water that flows down from the… …/
Restaurants in Cape Town & Winelands
Visitors and locals alike are very spoilt when it comes to eating out in Cape Town and the surrounding Winelands. … …/
Camille’s Great Plains Conservation safari in Kenya
Camille was invited to experience a safari with Great Plains Conservation in Kenya. She loved it and came back with… …/
Tipping Guidelines
We always give our guests written guidelines on how to handle gratuities, so please check the ‘tipping guidelines’ in the… …/
How Your Trip Helps
We’ve launched the SOUTHERN DESTINATIONS CARES fundraising initiative to raise funds to support causes that are close to our hearts… …/
Top Safari Spas – Wellness on Safari
Adding some pampering onto your safari will really enhance your trip. It’s a heavenly match! Here are 6 safari spa… …/
Ilze’s Tanzania Bush & Beach trip
Ilze Fox, a consultant on our team, was invited by Selous Safari Company to experience the ultimate Tanzanian Bush &… …/