South Africa
Budget Safari in South Africa
A wild adventure that doesn’t break the bank
Enjoy A Classic
from £260
Guide Price: per person per night
Experience South Africa’s wildlife on a budget-friendly adventure. Enjoy daily game drives, a Kruger full-day safari, bush walks, and local culture. Stay in comfort, see the Big Five, explore the Panorama Route, and connect with nature affordably.
Let these ideas spark your imagination.
It's just a starting point, your journey will be crafted entirely around your interests and pace
Unmissable Moments
Big Five Game Drives – Experience thrilling safaris in the early morning and late afternoon, spotting lions, elephants, rhinos, buffalo, and possibly a leopard, all within South Africa’s world-renowned parks.
Panorama Route Wonders – Explore breathtaking viewpoints like God’s Window and the Blyde River Canyon, where dramatic landscapes and waterfalls offer unforgettable photo opportunities.
Guided Bush Walks – Step into the wild on foot with expert guides who introduce you to animal tracks, plant life, and the heartbeat of the African bush.
Cultural Connections – Visit local villages and communities to learn about traditions, crafts, and everyday life, adding depth and heart to your safari experience.
Stargazing Under African Skies – End your day around a campfire, gazing at a canopy of stars with plains stretching all around you — a peaceful and magical moment that costs nothing but stays with you forever.
Sample Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival Johannesburg → transfer to safari lodge
⠀⠀⠀Settle into the bushveld and enjoy your first evening.
Day 2 – Morning and afternoon game drives
⠀⠀⠀Spot lions, elephants, and more on guided drives.
Day 3 – Morning and afternoon game drives
⠀⠀⠀Enjoy wildlife sightings on open vehicle drives.
Day 4 – Panorama Route highlights day trip
⠀⠀⠀Visit God’s Window, Blyde River, and waterfalls.
Day 5 – Morning and afternoon game drives
⠀⠀⠀Spot lions, elephants, and more on open drives.
Day 6 – Community visit and wildlife tracking
⠀⠀⠀Connect with locals and learn animal tracking skills.
Day 7 – Morning and afternoon game drives
⠀⠀⠀Enjoy wildlife sightings on guided bush drives.
Day 8 – Final morning safari and departure via Johannesburg
⠀⠀⠀Enjoy a last sunrise drive before heading home.
Some things to see and do ...
Choose a time to go ...
We dislike the phrase “best time to go” because it oversimplifies something beautifully complex. Africa doesn’t have a single “best” season, it has many, each offering something different: newborn wildlife in green season, golden sunsets in dry months, fewer crowds, softer light, or blooming landscapes.
Reducing that to one “perfect” window ignores what makes safaris magical: nature’s rhythm (not a calendar’s). The right time depends on what you love. Photography, birding, quiet escapes, adventure, or family travel. There’s no wrong time, just different kinds of wonder.
Why book with us?
One foot in Europe, and one in Africa
We lived in Africa, so we know it beyond any brochure. Now based in the UK, we understand what British travellers value. You get honest, trusted guidance from people who truly know both worlds
Tailored travel designed around you
Your journey is shaped around you, with routes matching your style, pace and goals. Planning stays flexible, from luxury to adventure, and each destination connects smoothly in one easy itinerary.
Discover hidden gems and special places
Access smaller owner-run camps and exclusive spots, explore uncrowded parks and private reserves, and enjoy authentic cultural encounters with welcoming local communities
Value, honesty and transparency
Enjoy clear pricing with no hidden fees, access to special offers and expert lodge deals, plus full financial protection that gives you complete peace of mind while travelling
