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Africa Custom Luxury Safari Destinations
Africa Custom Luxury Safari Destinations
Africa Custom Luxury Safari Destinations – Imagine the spectacular landscapes, open savannas with astounding wildlife species, warm welcoming communities and exceptional luxury safari camps, bush lodges, coastal villas and charming city hotels…
Africa isn’t just a destination. It’s a home to a rich and highly diversified flora and fauna, open skies and limitless opportunities for the luxury safari enthusiasts. Whether you’re a solo guest, a couple on honeymoon safari, a family in search of pure value or tranquility or an old group of long goodtime friends Africa luxury safari destinations offer something special for everyone throughout the year.
Indulge in the natural beauty of the unspoiled African wilderness as you embark on an unforgettable luxury African safari experience in some of our best-handpicked destinations. From the premier national parks, national reserves, wildlife conservancies, alongside stunning luxury safari lodges and luxury safari camps that are ranked among the best safari destinations in the world. It’s no surprise people travel from all corners of the globe to experience all of luxury African wilderness. Experience the wonders, sweet safari moments, unparalleled wildlife viewing, unlimited activities and glorious natural beauty first-hand with Oluokos Signature.
Africa's Top Safari Destinations
Born in the old golden era, our African luxury safari holidays ideals and traditions are still very much in touch with the origin of African safaris. Our luxury African safari feature best luxury safari essentials with warm, personalized service, exotic fine wine and dining experiences. We believe that quality creates an atmosphere of comfort tranquility and these are only possible in the destination in the wildest settings where you can indulge in the scenic natural beauty and witness the cycle of nature’s drama as it unfolds before your eyes.
Located in East Africa, Kenya is the most revered of Africa’s safari destinations. It boasts the Maasai Mara National Reserve, renowned for its abundant wildlife throughout the year and the phenomenal annual Great Migration that captivates the world from July to October.
Unlike competing destinations, Kenya brims with charm, romance, adrenaline, and adventure. Nothing defines a classic safari vacation like the experience in Kenya.
Historically, Kenya has its position as the birthplace of the safari. As such, it has remained a favourite timeless safari destination for many decades. This has allowed Kenya to establish one of the continent’s finest networks of luxury hotels, camps, and lodges, alongside world-class signature experiences.
Endowed with wonderful and highly diversified wildlife, arguably Africa’s greatest natural phenomena in the Great Migration, and miles upon miles of pristine Indian Ocean beaches, there are few better spots on the planet for indulgence. Perhaps what stands out most about Kenyan safaris is that despite the incredible experiences it offers, it has stayed true to its roots. Wonderful people take care of your safari essentials wherever you go.
Kenya - The Magical Land of Mount Kenya
Considered the best safari gem of East Africa, Kenya does attract many visitors. Therefore, it can be beneficial to be strategic about your travel timing. The dry season from July to October is largely regarded as the best time to visit most parts of Kenya. However, August and September are particularly busy, especially in the Maasai Mara, as the herds of the Great Migration cross the Mara River.
Alternatively, consider visiting in October or November before the short rains for a quieter, more exclusive safari experience. Christmas and January to February are also ideal, as they occur before the long rains begin in March. During this time, the days are clear, sunny, and warm, offering excellent wildlife viewing opportunities.
Our luxury safaris in Uganda offer exclusive, tailored experience focusing on rare primate encounters, specifically the Mountain Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park and chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest. High-value itineraries often feature private bush flights to maximize time, staying at ultra-luxurious lodges like Clouds Mountain Lodge or Apoka Lodge, and combining diverse ecosystems from savannahs to rainforests alongside the immersive cultural experiences.
Uganda’s location makes it perfect for combining with lots of other African destinations, including DR Congo Rwanda, Kenya, and Tanzania. You can add some coastal or inland beaches too!
The home for mountain gorilla tracking: Track the mountain gorillas in two national parks, combine that with some classical savannah game viewing, all in one country!
Among the so many reasons, game viewing is the most popular tourist activity in Uganda. Wild animals like lions, buffaloes, giraffes, antelopes, elephants are common in Uganda’s national parks. Uganda is one of only few countries in the world where it is possible to visit endangered gorillas.
Mountain Gorillas are Uganda’s prime tourist attraction. The vast majority of these are in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, with a few others in Mgahinga National Park, both in southwestern Uganda and near both Rwanda and Democratic Republic of Congo.
In Bwindi, visitors have been allowed to view the mountain gorillas since April 1993. The development of gorilla tourism and the habituation of gorillas to humans is proceeding very carefully because of the dangers to gorillas, such as contracting human diseases.
Meanwhile, Queen Elizabeth National Park is home to the tree-climbing lions. Lions do not normally climb trees, except when chased by another lion group or wild buffalo. However, the tree climbing lions found in QE-NP intentionally climb trees and rest on them in the afternoon, when the sun is high. This is a unique phenomenon. There have only been rare similar sightings of this at Lake Nakuru National Park in Kenya and at Lake Manyara National Park in Tanzania.
Uganda - The Land of Gorillas and the Nile River
Uganda luxury safari activities are extremely engaging and adventurous and they include Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi forest National Park and Mgahinga National park, Chimpanzee tracking, white water rafting adventure at the source of the Nile, game drives in major national parks of Queen Elizabeth, Murchison Falls, Lake Mburo and Kidepo Valley. Other Uganda safari activities and attractions include Mountain Rwenzori and Elgon climbing, cultural experiences, birding, volunteering. On the other hand, you can explore the Ssese Islands in Kalangala on the shores of Lake Victoria.
Uganda is considered the primates capital of the world and arguably the best place for guests to trek with the last remaining Mountain Gorillas in the world right in their natural habitat. The country is also home to the powerful Murchison Falls, the Big Five animals and the Rwenzori Mountains.
Uganda has undergone a transformation over the years which has made it one of the most looked after emerging luxury safari destination in the world and with over 10 national parks each uniquely endowed with multiple plants and world life species, a luxury wildlife safari in Uganda becomes one of the experiences guests should endeavor to book in their life time.
Home to some of the world’s most diverse wildlife, Tanzania is certainly an iconic luxury safari destination. Arguably best known for the incredible landscapes of Serengeti National Park especially during the endless wildebeest migration. To be honest, there’s so much more to see in this fascinating country.
Discovering Ngorongoro Crater would certainly be astounding! Created by a large volcano, which exploded and collapsed up to three million years ago, this jaw-dropping site has its own ecosystem, and needs to be seen to be believed – it’s awesomely mind-blowing.
We know just how incredible spotting your first wild animal is, so our experts truly recommend exploring the Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Parks for first timers in Tanzania. Both parks are teeming with majestic wildlife, and even elegant bright pink flamingo in the latter. While visiting Tanzania, Oluokos Signature will endeavor to keep you away from the masses, steering you towards the best times of year and selecting secluded conservancies to ensure you get an authentic, natural safari experience, yet still exploring the best this country has to offer.
From the sweeping plains of the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater in the north, Tanzania retains its combined charm of the wilderness and idyllic coastal beaches. Tanzania, home to Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain that needs no introduction, and looms proudly with brightly snow-capped peaks.
The alluring spice island of Zanzibar tantalizes with turquoise warm waters, while sun and sand kiss its long stretching beaches. Tanzania also has a dozen UNESCO heritage sites, enhancing the kaleidoscopic diversity of Tanzania, making it an all-year-round holiday choice for new or even seasoned travelers. For whatever thoughts about Tanzania, we can assure you that the land of Mount Kilimanjaro is indeed a destination like no other in Africa.
Home to some of the world’s most diverse wildlife, Tanzania is certainly an iconic luxury safari destination. Arguably best known for the incredible landscapes of Serengeti National Park especially during the endless wildebeest migration. To be honest, there’s so much more to see in this fascinating country.
Discovering Ngorongoro Crater would certainly be astounding! Created by a large volcano, which exploded and collapsed up to three million years ago, this jaw-dropping site has its own ecosystem, and needs to be seen to be believed – it’s awesomely mind-blowing.
We know just how incredible spotting your first wild animal is, so our experts truly recommend exploring the Tarangire and Lake Manyara National Parks for first timers in Tanzania. Both parks are teeming with majestic wildlife, and even elegant bright pink flamingo in the latter. While visiting Tanzania, Oluokos Signature will endeavor to keep you away from the masses, steering you towards the best times of year and selecting secluded conservancies to ensure you get an authentic, natural safari experience, yet still exploring the best this country has to offer.
From the sweeping plains of the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater in the north, Tanzania retains its combined charm of the wilderness and idyllic coastal beaches. Tanzania, home to Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain that needs no introduction, and looms proudly with brightly snow-capped peaks.
The alluring spice island of Zanzibar tantalizes with turquoise warm waters, while sun and sand kiss its long stretching beaches. Tanzania also has a dozen UNESCO heritage sites, enhancing the kaleidoscopic diversity of Tanzania, making it an all-year-round holiday choice for new or even seasoned travelers. For whatever thoughts about Tanzania, we can assure you that the land of Mount Kilimanjaro is indeed a destination like no other in Africa.
Tanzania - The Land of Serengeti and Mount Kilimanjaro
Activities like hot air balloon safaris in the Serengeti, guided bush walks, community visits, research participation and so much more will add diversity to the day. Wonderfully, Tanzania also offers a host of adventurous options for guests who want to explore on foot. Walking safaris, where you’ll sleep in minimalist but well-equipped fly camps, weave through untouched pockets of the Serengeti or Ngorongoro Highlands and beyond.
The Tanzanian people are heaven – our handpicked private guides are some of the most knowledgeable and charismatic in the business and your Tarangire, Manyara, Ngorongoro and Serengeti safari will be packed full of fantastic game viewing and meeting the famous Masai tribe.
Exploring Africa’s last great wildernesses in Tanzania’s Southern sector in the Selous and Ruaha, or Western Tanzania, Katavi and Mahale will blow your mind. These areas are pristine, untouched, full of game and there to be explored. Southern and Western Tanzania are two unique African safari destinations where you really can feel as if you’ve gone to the ends of the earth. There are still vast tracts of unexplored bush here, which is full to the brim with tranquility of Tanzanian wildlife.
Rwanda, also known as a country of a thousand hills offer exclusive, intimate experience centered on tracking endangered mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, complemented by top-tier lodges like Singita Kwitonda and Bisate Lodge. Combining high-end conservation tourism with seamless logistics and ample time, these safaris feature private guides, helicopter transfers, and gourmet dining, often including chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe and savannah game drives in Akagera with an option of exploring the city of Kigali before or after your safari.
Rwanda offers some of the most breathtaking scenery in Africa, be it the dramatic Virunga volcanoes bordering Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo or the forest of Nyungwe, one of the largest montane forests in Central Africa, home to the cheeky chimpanzees and large groups of Colobus monkeys.
Parc National des Volcans is located in northwest Rwanda and is an area of thickly vegetated rainforest and bamboo providing shelter to endangered Golden Monkeys and approximately one-third of the world’s remaining Mountain Gorilla population.
This is where primatologist Dian Fossey carried out her seminal work, which was her adopted home and place of rest. Dian expressed the feeling of coming face-to-face with Silverback Mountain Gorillas as “The expression in his eyes was unfathomable. Spellbound I returned his gaze – a gaze that seemed to combine elements of inquiry and acceptance.” This is an experience that only those who have lived can fully appreciate.
Oluokos Rwanda luxury safaris offer immersive travel experiences unlike any other African safari destination. From its heavily rugged volcanic landscapes, misty rainforest-covered mountains, and rich biodiversity set the stage for a deeply personal journey. A luxury safari to Rwanda combines rare wildlife encounters with vibrant cultural indulgence and extraordinary hospitality.
Track the rare and critically endangered Mountain Gorillas at the Volcanoes National Park, one of only three places on Earth where you can track these gentle giants in their natural habitat with every trek through the rainforest being guided by expert trackers and a strong conservation legacy. Beyond the gorillas, Rwanda’s resilience, its warm people, and its striking natural beauty make every day feel purposeful and inspiring.
Rwanda - The Land of a Thousand Hills
From the time of arrival in Kigali, Rwanda’s vibrant capital and a dynamic gateway to any luxury safari in Rwanda. Known for its cleanliness, safety, and welcoming spirit, the city offers a modern yet authentic introduction to the country. Visitors can explore bustling markets, sample innovative cuisine, and engage with Rwanda’s thriving art scene.
Away from Kigali, Akagera National Park is a striking contrast to Rwanda’s forests, offering savannahs, wetlands, and woodlands alive with wildlife. On a luxury safari in Rwanda, game drives reveal lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, and rhinos, while birders delight in nearly 500 species, including the prehistoric shoebill stork.
Discover the tranquil Nyungwe National Park vast high-altitude rainforest and one of Rwanda’s most treasured natural wonders. This lush wilderness reveals 13 primate species, including chimpanzees, colobus monkeys, and L’Hoest’s monkeys and more than 300 bird species can be seen here, alongside 75 mammals such as leopards, servals, and a good number of reptiles.
Our luxury safaris in the Democratic Republic of Congo offer exclusive, intimate journey into the heart of the Congo Basin, specializing in rare primate trekking, active volcano hiking, and pristine rainforest exploration. Top experiences include Mountain Gorilla trekking in Virunga National Park and Lowland Gorilla tracking in Kahuzi-Biega National Park, complemented by high-end lodging at places like Mikeno Lodge. Away from the popular eastern part of the country, a discovery to the southeastern part of DR Congo through Lubumbashi, will lead you to Upemba and Kundelungu National Parks. These parks are rich in diversity of natural habitats that range from the gallery forests, highland steppe, miombo woodlands, savannah and wooded grasslands.
Africa’s second-largest country, the 2,344,858 square kilometers extends west from its border with Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi and Tanzania all the way to the distant Atlantic coastline. It is arguably the most biodiverse country in Africa, best known for the green swathes of rainforest associated with the vast Congo River Basin, but also home to the western slopes of the immense Ruwenzori and Virunga mountains, as well as several massive lakes.
Unfortunately, the Democratic Republic of Congo is also one of Africa’s most problematic countries, and much of it is undeveloped for tourism and practically off-limits following long decades of poor governance and civil war.
A discovery to the southeastern part of DR Congo through Lubumbashi, will lead you to Upemba and Kundelungu National Parks. These parks are rich in diversity of natural habitats that range from the gallery forests, highland steppe, miombo woodlands, savannah and wooded grasslands. The parks have numerous gorges, waterfalls, wetlands to rivers and escarpments. On the other hand, depressions are filled with more than 20 lakes that are strongholds for exceptional fish, plants, insects, wildlife and rare bird species that are worth exploring.
The the eastern border area with Rwanda and southern Uganda, where the astoundingly biodiverse Virunga National Park reopened to visitors in 2009 and has since attracted a steady trickle of tourism, albeit with a few interruptions due to sporadic outbreaks of fighting. Easily visited as a cross-border excursion from Rwanda or Uganda, Virunga is popular with adventurous budget-conscious travelers because gorilla-tracking permits are far cheaper than in neighboring countries, and more easily obtained at short notice. The park also boasts one truly unique attraction in the form of Mount Nyiragongo, whose active volcano stretching a kilometer-deep crater hems in the world’s largest lava lake.
DR Congo - The Land of the Congo River and the Great Apes
The beauty of the country spans beyond the banks of the riverfront, the calmness of a lake, the misty volcanic terrains, or majestically in the density of the equatorial rain forest. DR Congo is a country where only a privileged will have had the honor of visiting as an explorer rather than a tourist.
There is a vast array of locations in the DRC for the discerning guests, ranging from the vast urban sprawl of the country’s capital city, Kinshasa with its high-end hotels and restaurants, to smaller cities like Lubumbashi in the south-east and Goma in the east. When you consider the fact that much of Africa’s most popular music comes from the DR Congo, there’s plenty of proof that the country isn’t only for nature lovers but also to cultural enthusiasts.
The DR Congo’s wilderness, though, are good enough reason to visit. The jungles and the foothills of the volcanic peaks are famous for their primate population, including the endemic eastern lowland gorilla, as well as okapi, giraffe and elephant, and the forests also offer an abundance of birdlife. In a nutshell, the Democratic Republic of Congo remains to be a country filled with surprises.
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