Small Group African Safaris

Small Group African Safaris

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Group with San Bushmen Namibia
Departs Fridays April - October

Namibia Untold Safari

FromUS$5,195
Windhoek
Windhoek
Imagine the thrill of tracking free-roaming black rhinos on foot in remote Damaraland, seeing desert-adapted elephants, sleeping under a canopy of stars in the Namib desert, or watching a stealthy leopard at the waterhole in front of your comfortable safari tent... You'll enjoy all of this and more on your Namibia Untold safari.
elephants lower zambezi zambia
Limited spaces!

Wild Zambia

FromUS$9,334
19 June - 2 July 2026
Lusaka, Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia
Zambia's wonderfully remote parks and reserves see far fewer crowds than other safari destinations, and you’ll seldom see another vehicle on your game drives. From the wildlife-rich Kafue to canoeing on the mighty Zambezi River in the Lower Zambezi this is a safari like no other.
Reteti Elephant Sanctuary
Book by 11 May 2025 to enjoy a free hot air balloon flight over the Masai Mara!

Kenya’s Private Conservancies

FromUS$12,395
15 Days
Nairobi, Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
Max People : 8
Experience authentic wildlife and cultural encounters in Kenya’s exclusive, private conservancies for exceptional game viewing – and no crowds....

Why Choose African Encounters for Your African Safari?

Karen and an old friend

Welcome to African Encounters, your go-to for an unforgettable African adventure! We’re a proudly independent New Zealand-based tour operator, with decades of firsthand experience living and working in Africa. Our safari knowledge goes beyond the usual—it’s the kind of insight you get from someone who’s actually lived in Africa, and returns regularly.

At African Encounters, we specialise in creating intimate small-group tours, with a maximum of 10 participants. You’ll stay in premium safari camps and lodges that are small and exclusive, offering personal service, exceptional guiding, and those special touches that make your journey truly unique.

When you travel with us, you’re not just collecting memories—you’re making a difference. Every trip supports wildlife and local communities in Africa. Our carefully chosen partners share our commitment to sustainability, reducing environmental impact, and supporting local conservation and community projects.

somalisa camp zimbabwe
2 tours
Breezes view
1 tour
elephant in camp lower zambezi
3 tours
Tanzania - what not to wear on safari
3 tours
balloon flight
1 tour
Kaya Mawa Malawi
0 tour
lion cub Amboseli Kenya
2 tours
Meerkats & the Okavango Delta
2 tours
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