Activities & Experiences

Explore the world-famous Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden before hiking through Skeleton Gorge to the top of Table Mountain. This combined experience offers the best of Cape Town's flora and mountain scenery.

Soar through ancient forests on Africa's longest zipline canopy tour, then conquer rugged mountain trails in a 4x4 — the ultimate adrenaline combo just outside Cape Town. Get your heart pumping with this exhilarating half-day adventure combining two of the Cape's most thrilling activities. Start with the Cape Canopy Tour, gliding across 12 zipline platforms strung between towering Boland Mountains, some reaching speeds of 60km/h across valleys and waterfalls. Your certified guides ensure safety at every stage while sharing knowledge about the indigenous fynbos, local birdlife, and the geological history of these ancient mountains. After the zipline experience, buckle up for an adrenaline-fuelled 4x4 trail ride through rugged mountain terrain, crossing rivers and navigating dramatic landscapes. The experience concludes with refreshments at the adventure centre, where you can relive the highlights and browse through your photos.

Step into a traditional Cape Malay kitchen in the heart of Bo-Kaap and learn to cook authentic South African dishes. Master bobotie, samoosas, koeksisters, and fragrant Cape Malay curry under the guidance of a local home cook.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant Bo-Kaap neighbourhood on this cultural walking tour. Discover the history of the Cape Malay community, sample traditional cuisine, and learn authentic Cape Malay cooking from a local home chef.

Explore Angola's dramatic southwest where the Namib Desert plunges into the Atlantic Ocean. Discover Welwitschia plants over 1,500 years old, towering sand dunes, remote fishing villages, and a shipwreck-studded coastline.

Journey to Kalandula Falls, Africa's second-largest waterfall by volume. At 105m high and 400m wide, this thundering cascade is one of the continent's most spectacular yet least-visited natural wonders.

Experience Victoria Falls from the Zimbabwe side with the famous Rainforest Walk, sunset cruise on the Zambezi, and optional adrenaline activities including bungee jumping, gorge swing, and helicopter flights.

The complete Lesotho experience — Sani Pass 4x4, highland pony trek, Maletsunyane Falls, and luxury mountain lodges. Four days in Africa's mountain kingdom.

Ts'ehlanyane National Park protects the largest remaining patch of indigenous forest in Lesotho. Hike through bamboo groves, swim in mountain pools, and stay at a luxury mountain lodge.

Maletsunyane Falls drops 192m in a single plunge — and the adjacent cliff offers the world's longest commercial abseil at 204m. Pure adrenaline in Lesotho's mountain kingdom.

Yes, you can ski in Africa! AfriSki in Lesotho offers snow sports from June to August at 3,222m — a bucket-list experience that surprises everyone who tries it.

Lesotho's famous Basotho ponies have navigated these mountains for centuries. Multi-day pony treks through remote villages, sleeping in traditional rondavels — Africa's most authentic adventure.

The legendary Sani Pass is one of Africa's most dramatic mountain roads. Ascend in a 4x4 to Africa's highest pub at 2,874m with breathtaking views and a Basotho village visit.

The MTN Bushfire Festival is one of Africa's top arts and music festivals. Three days of incredible performances, art installations, and cultural celebrations in the heart of Eswatini.

Sibebe Rock near Mbabane is the world's second-largest exposed granite monolith — a dramatic guided hike with panoramic views over the Ezulwini Valley.

Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary offers Africa's most unique safari experience — walk or mountain bike freely among zebra, antelope, and warthogs with no fences and no vehicles.

Mount Mulanje rises 3,002m from the tea estates of southern Malawi — a dramatic granite massif offering multi-day hiking, forest huts, and summit climbs.

Combine the world's most affordable gorilla trekking with an overnight at the world's largest lava lake. Virunga's ultimate 4-day adventure.

Hike to the summit of Nyiragongo to witness the world's most spectacular lava lake — one of Africa's most extreme and extraordinary experiences.

The Zambian side of Victoria Falls delivers the most dramatic, up-close experience — walk the Knife-edge Bridge through the spray and watch the mighty Zambezi plunge 108 metres.

Jinja is where the mighty White Nile begins its 6,650km journey to the Mediterranean. Experience world-class white-water rafting, bungee jumping, and a sunset boat cruise at the source.

Trek through one of Earth's most alien landscapes — the Tsingy de Bemaraha. Razor-sharp limestone pinnacles, suspension bridges, and wildlife found nowhere else.

Nosy Be is Madagascar's tropical island paradise — whale sharks, pristine diving, ylang-ylang plantations, and island-hopping to tiny satellite islands.

Fly over Le Morne to witness the famous "underwater waterfall" — a dramatic optical illusion where sand and silt create the appearance of a cascade plunging into the ocean depths.

Hanifaru Bay in Baa Atoll hosts the world's largest gathering of manta rays — up to 200 at a time. This diving adventure is a marine biologist's dream come true.

Dive the Seychelles' legendary coral gardens and granite reef formations. Encounter whale sharks, manta rays, and hawksbill turtles across 5 dive sites.

The Mozambique Channel is one of the world's premier big-game fishing destinations. Target black marlin, sailfish, yellowfin tuna, and wahoo with experienced local skippers.

Tofo Beach is one of the world's top 3 destinations for whale shark encounters. Dive with these gentle giants, spot manta rays on ocean safaris, and experience Mozambique's vibrant coastal culture.

Swim in Devil's Pool — a natural rock pool on the very edge of Victoria Falls where you can peer over the 108-metre drop while the Zambezi thunders around you. This once-in-a-lifetime experience includes a guided tour of Livingstone Island with lunch, and is consistently rated the #1 adrenaline activity in Africa.

Soar through the ancient Tsitsikamma forest canopy on a thrilling zipline tour — gliding between 700-year-old yellowwood trees 30 metres above the forest floor. Then walk the iconic Storms River Mouth suspension bridge, hanging over the churning Indian Ocean. The Garden Route's #1 adventure experience.

Hermanus is officially the world's best land-based whale watching destination. Between June and November, southern right whales come within metres of the shore to calve and mate. This tour combines cliff-top whale viewing, a whale-watching boat trip in Walker Bay, and wine tasting in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley.

Swim alongside pods of wild bottlenose and spinner dolphins in the turquoise waters off southern Zanzibar, then snorkel the pristine coral reefs of Mnemba Atoll — consistently rated one of East Africa's top dive/snorkel sites. Marine turtles, tropical fish, and dolphins in crystal-clear water.

Take the leap of a lifetime from the Victoria Falls Bridge — 111 metres above the Zambezi River gorge. As you freefall, the spray from Victoria Falls mists your face and the roar of the water fills your ears. This is one of the world's most spectacular bungee jumps, with the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe running through the middle of the bridge.

See Kruger National Park from a perspective few ever experience — floating silently above the treetops in a hot air balloon at sunrise. Watch herds of elephants, giraffes, and zebra from above, then descend for a champagne bush breakfast. This once-in-a-lifetime experience is followed by a full morning game drive.

Sail the Indian Ocean on a beautifully restored traditional Zanzibari dhow as the sun sets in spectacular fashion. Enjoy premium cocktails, fresh Zanzibar seafood prepared on board, and the haunting call to prayer drifting across the water from Stone Town's minarets. The most romantic evening in Zanzibar.

Cruise the Zambezi River above Victoria Falls as the African sun sets in a blaze of gold and crimson. Sip sundowner cocktails while hippos surface around you, elephants drink on the riverbank, and fish eagles call overhead. The most romantic experience in Victoria Falls.

Combine an unforgettable helicopter flight over the Okavango Delta with a ground-level Big Five game drive. See the incredible aerial patterns of the delta's islands and channels, spot elephants and hippos from above, then land for a thrilling open-vehicle game drive through big cat territory.

Drift silently over the Serengeti plains in a hot air balloon as the sun rises over the African bush. Watch herds of wildebeest, zebra, and giraffe from above, then land for a champagne breakfast served in the middle of the wilderness. This is consistently rated the #1 activity in Tanzania.

Walk the vibrant streets of Soweto with a born-and-raised local guide. Taste traditional street food, visit Nelson Mandela's house on Vilakazi Street, and enjoy a home-cooked shisa nyama lunch with a Soweto family.

Cruise across the stunning Knysna Lagoon on a comfortable catamaran, passing through the narrow channel to the dramatic Knysna Heads — one of the Garden Route's most photographed landmarks.

Fly through the ancient Tsitsikamma forest canopy on 10 zipline platforms, some reaching 30 metres above the forest floor. This exhilarating eco-adventure takes you through one of South Africa's oldest indigenous forests.

Take the ultimate leap of faith from the Bloukrans Bridge — the world's highest commercial bungee jump at 216 metres. Freefall for 7 seconds above the dramatic Bloukrans River gorge on the Garden Route.

Speed across Plettenberg Bay in an open rigid inflatable boat on this thrilling ocean safari. Encounter pods of bottlenose dolphins, southern right whales (seasonal), Cape fur seals, sharks, and seabirds.

Hike the famous Mouth Trail in Tsitsikamma National Park to the iconic suspension bridge over the Storms River. Cross the swaying bridge with the Indian Ocean crashing below and ancient forest rising above.

Hike the dramatic Robberg Peninsula near Plettenberg Bay — a UNESCO World Heritage site with towering cliffs, pristine beaches, massive seal colonies, and 360-degree ocean views.

Explore the waterways of Wilderness National Park by canoe, gliding through pristine lagoons surrounded by ancient forest and towering mountains. Spot Knysna loeries, kingfishers, and fish eagles.

Visit two of the Garden Route's most beloved sanctuaries — Monkeyland, the world's first free-roaming multi-species primate sanctuary, and Birds of Eden, the world's largest free-flight bird dome.

Explore Johannesburg's hippest neighbourhoods on foot — discover world-class street art in Braamfontein and Maboneng, taste artisan coffee, craft beer, and multicultural street food, and meet the artists and chefs driving Joburg's creative renaissance.

A specialised photography safari led by a professional wildlife photographer and expert ranger. Learn camera techniques, animal behaviour, and composition while tracking the Big Five in golden hour light.

Trek through the High Atlas Mountains — traditional Berber villages, alpine meadows, walnut groves, and views from the base of Jbel Toubkal (4,167m). An unforgettable mountain adventure just 2 hours from Marrakech.

Discover Chefchaouen — the Blue Pearl. Blue-washed buildings, Rif Mountain hiking, artisan shopping, and the most Instagrammable town in Africa.

From Marrakech to the Sahara — drive through dramatic gorges, ride camels into Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset, sleep in a luxury desert camp, and wake to the most spectacular sunrise in Africa.

Explore southern Egypt — the colossal temples of Abu Simbel, the island Temple of Philae, and the Nubian culture of Aswan. Felucca sailing and spectacular sunsets on the Nile.

The Egyptian Red Sea coast — world-class diving, Giftun Island snorkelling, dolphin encounters, and luxury beach resort relaxation. The perfect complement to Egypt's cultural treasures.

Five days exploring Luxor — Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Temple of Hatshepsut, and hot-air balloon sunrise. The most extraordinary collection of ancient monuments in Africa.

Climb Mount Kilimanjaro via the beautiful Lemosho Route — 7 days through five climate zones to Uhuru Peak (5,895m). The highest success rate of any Kilimanjaro route.

Explore the otherworldly Makgadikgadi Salt Pans — one of the largest salt flats on Earth. Interact with habituated meerkats, quad bike across the pans, and sleep under the most star-filled sky you've ever seen.

Hike the legendary Fish River Canyon — Africa's largest canyon and one of the world's great multi-day wilderness treks. 85 km through dramatic desert gorges over 5 days.

Journey along Namibia's haunting Skeleton Coast — shipwrecks half-buried in sand, massive Cape fur seal colonies, and a desolate beauty that will take your breath away.

Experience the world's tallest sand dunes at Sossusvlei. Climb Big Daddy (325m), explore the ghostly Deadvlei with 900-year-old dead camelthorn trees, and witness the most extraordinary sunrise in Africa.

Dive into a reinforced steel cage and come face-to-face with great white sharks off Gansbaai — the shark capital of the world. An adrenaline-pumping marine adventure you'll never forget.

Drive one of the world's most beautiful coastal routes — from Mossel Bay to Storms River. Explore ancient forests, bungee jump from Bloukrans Bridge, kayak with dolphins in Plettenberg Bay, and spot elephants at Addo.

Glide across Durban's iconic harbour on a relaxing 1-hour pontoon boat cruise. Marvel at massive container ships, the Moses Mabhida Stadium skyline, and the lush Bluff headland as your guide shares fascinating maritime history.

Experience the thrill of a lifetime with a shark cage diving excursion to Gansbaai. Come face-to-face with great white sharks in their natural habitat on this unforgettable adrenaline-pumping adventure.

Spend a thrilling day at uShaka Marine World — home to Africa's largest aquarium, water slides, dolphin shows, and snorkelling with sharks. Fun for the whole family on Durban's beachfront.

Cruise the tranquil Sundays River through the world's largest coastal dune field. Spot over 120 bird species, see the towering Alexandria dunes, and learn about the river's fascinating ecology.

Cruise to St Croix Island, home to the largest African penguin colony in the world. Spot whales, dolphins, and Cape gannets on this scenic Algoa Bay marine adventure.

Hike the stunning Sacramento Trail along Sardinia Bay's pristine coastline. Discover shipwreck history, explore rock pools teeming with marine life, and enjoy some of the most beautiful unspoilt beaches in South Africa.

Experience Kruger on foot — the way the earliest explorers did. Join an armed ranger for a guided wilderness walk through Big Five territory, tracking spoor, reading the bush, and feeling the pulse of Africa.

Kruger is a world-class birding destination with 507 species. This specialised safari focuses on finding lilac-breasted rollers, martial eagles, southern ground hornbills, and Kruger's 6 endemic species.