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12 Days
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12 Day Namibia Tour
TOUR CODE: NA1
Countries Visited: 1 Activity Level: 1 Tour Style: Cultural
HIGHLIGHT: The Namib, world's oldest desert; Apricot dunes at sunrise; Kaleidoscope of cultures; Swakopmund: charming seaside town; Rugged Skeleton…
TOUR START: Windhoek
TOUR END: Windhoek
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MAR JUN OCT
Countries Visited: 1

Namibia.
Activity Level: 1

No particular physical activity is involved other than town/city walks and short walks to dinners and sites of interest, some of which are large.
Tour Style: Cultural

These three- and four-star hotel-based, "soft adventure" trips concentrate on the culture, history, and natural attributes of our destination. Though there are no strenuous activities built into these tours, you need to be prepared for some full days with some early starts, plenty of walking on uneven surfaces through villages, cities and archaeological sites, and not a lot of "down time." Independence, reasonable fitness, and an ability to be steady on one's feet are critical in order for you to get the most out of these programs.
14 Days
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14 Day South Africa Tour
TOUR CODE: SA1
Countries Visited: 2 Activity Level: 1 Tour Style: Cultural
HIGHLIGHT: Soweto township tour; Kruger Park safari; Kingdom of Eswatini: Switzerland of Africa; Famed 'Garden Route'; Ostrich farm tour; Table Mountain…
TOUR START: Johannesburg
TOUR END: Cape Town
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FEB OCT NOV
Countries Visited: 2

Swaziland; South Africa.
Activity Level: 1

No particular physical activity is involved other than town/city walks and short walks to dinners and sites of interest, some of which are large.
Tour Style: Cultural

These three- and four-star hotel-based, "soft adventure" trips concentrate on the culture, history, and natural attributes of our destination. Though there are no strenuous activities built into these tours, you need to be prepared for some full days with some early starts, plenty of walking on uneven surfaces through villages, cities and archaeological sites, and not a lot of "down time." Independence, reasonable fitness, and an ability to be steady on one's feet are critical in order for you to get the most out of these programs.
15 Days
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15 Day Madagascar Tour
TOUR CODE: MG1
Countries Visited: 1 Activity Level: 3 Tour Style: Cultural
HIGHLIGHT: Leapin lemurs!; Guided forest walks; Five different national parks and reserves; Unique flora and fauna; Meeting the friendly…
TOUR START: Antananarivo
TOUR END: Antananarivo
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SEP
Countries Visited: 1

Madagascar.
Activity Level: 3

These tours are considerably more strenuous than our Level 1 & 2 "cultural" tours and feature walks/hikes on undulating and uneven pathways for 3-7 hours at a leisurely pace. We don't hike every day, but participants should be fit and active and accustomed to trail walking, possibly in remote locations, and be prepared to engage in a conditioning regimen prior to the trip. Altitude may also be a factor on some tours, though none of our hiking tours currently occur above 3000m/10,000 ft. These are hotel-based tours with no camping, and you are required to only carry what you need for the day.
Tour Style: Cultural

These three- and four-star hotel-based, "soft adventure" trips concentrate on the culture, history, and natural attributes of our destination. Though there are no strenuous activities built into these tours, you need to be prepared for some full days with some early starts, plenty of walking on uneven surfaces through villages, cities and archaeological sites, and not a lot of "down time." Independence, reasonable fitness, and an ability to be steady on one's feet are critical in order for you to get the most out of these programs.
18 Days
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18 Day Southern Africa Tour
TOUR CODE: SA2
Countries Visited: 4 Activity Level: 1 Tour Style: Cultural
HIGHLIGHT: Thundering Victoria Falls; Botswana's Chobe National Park safari; Soweto township tour; Kruger Park safari; Kingdom of Eswatini: Switzerland of…
TOUR START: Johannesburg
TOUR END: Cape Town
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FEB SEP OCT NOV
Countries Visited: 4

Botswana; Swaziland; South Africa; Zimbabwe.
Activity Level: 1

No particular physical activity is involved other than town/city walks and short walks to dinners and sites of interest, some of which are large.
Tour Style: Cultural

These three- and four-star hotel-based, "soft adventure" trips concentrate on the culture, history, and natural attributes of our destination. Though there are no strenuous activities built into these tours, you need to be prepared for some full days with some early starts, plenty of walking on uneven surfaces through villages, cities and archaeological sites, and not a lot of "down time." Independence, reasonable fitness, and an ability to be steady on one's feet are critical in order for you to get the most out of these programs.
20 Days
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20 Day Namibia & Botswana Tour
TOUR CODE: NA2
Countries Visited: 3 Activity Level: 1 Tour Style: Cultural
HIGHLIGHT: Apricot dunes at sunrise; Kaleidoscope of cultures; Rugged Skeleton Coast; Etosha: Africa's undiscovered wildlife gem; The Okavango inland…
TOUR START: Windhoek
TOUR END: Maun
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MAR JUN OCT
Countries Visited: 3

Botswana; Namibia; Zimbabwe.
Activity Level: 1

No particular physical activity is involved other than town/city walks and short walks to dinners and sites of interest, some of which are large.
Tour Style: Cultural

These three- and four-star hotel-based, "soft adventure" trips concentrate on the culture, history, and natural attributes of our destination. Though there are no strenuous activities built into these tours, you need to be prepared for some full days with some early starts, plenty of walking on uneven surfaces through villages, cities and archaeological sites, and not a lot of "down time." Independence, reasonable fitness, and an ability to be steady on one's feet are critical in order for you to get the most out of these programs.
22 Days
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22 Day Indian Ocean Islands Tour
TOUR CODE: MCIO
Countries Visited: 6 Activity Level: 2 Tour Style: Cultural
HIGHLIGHT: Perfect, palm fringed beaches; Praslin & La Digue day trip; Reunion, 'the Nepal of the Indian Ocean'; Remote Malagasy island of Nosy Be!; Meeting…
TOUR START: Mahe
TOUR END: Moroni
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MAY SEP
Countries Visited: 6

Comoros Islands; Madagascar; Mauritius; Mayotte; Reunion; Seychelles.
Activity Level: 2

These are particularly busy tours that feature a lot of moving around, sometimes by train and short journeys on local transport. Walking tours of towns and cities are leisurely but you should be prepared to be on your feet for several hours. Some of our cultural trips that occur at high altitude and/or require greater independence with baggage handling (at hotels, airports, train stations) also fall into this category.
Tour Style: Cultural

These three- and four-star hotel-based, "soft adventure" trips concentrate on the culture, history, and natural attributes of our destination. Though there are no strenuous activities built into these tours, you need to be prepared for some full days with some early starts, plenty of walking on uneven surfaces through villages, cities and archaeological sites, and not a lot of "down time." Independence, reasonable fitness, and an ability to be steady on one's feet are critical in order for you to get the most out of these programs.
25 Days
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25 Day South Africa & Namibia Tour
TOUR CODE: SA5
Countries Visited: 3 Activity Level: 1 Tour Style: Cultural
HIGHLIGHT: Kruger Park safari; Kingdom of Eswatini (Swaziland): Switzerland of Africa; Table Mountain Cable Way; Robben Island Museum; The Namib, world's…
TOUR START: Johannesburg
TOUR END: Windhoek
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FEB OCT
Countries Visited: 3

Swaziland; Namibia; South Africa.
Activity Level: 1

No particular physical activity is involved other than town/city walks and short walks to dinners and sites of interest, some of which are large.
Tour Style: Cultural

These three- and four-star hotel-based, "soft adventure" trips concentrate on the culture, history, and natural attributes of our destination. Though there are no strenuous activities built into these tours, you need to be prepared for some full days with some early starts, plenty of walking on uneven surfaces through villages, cities and archaeological sites, and not a lot of "down time." Independence, reasonable fitness, and an ability to be steady on one's feet are critical in order for you to get the most out of these programs.
26 Days
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26 Day Kenya Tour & Southern Africa
TOUR CODE: SA8
Countries Visited: 4 Activity Level: 1 Tour Style: Cultural
HIGHLIGHT: Thundering Victoria Falls; Kingdom of Eswatini (Swaziland): Switzerland of Africa; Table Mountain Cable Way; Robben Island Museum; Maasai Mara's…
TOUR START: Johannesburg
TOUR END: Nairobi
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SEP OCT
Countries Visited: 4

Swaziland; Kenya; South Africa; Zimbabwe.
Activity Level: 1

No particular physical activity is involved other than town/city walks and short walks to dinners and sites of interest, some of which are large.
Tour Style: Cultural

These three- and four-star hotel-based, "soft adventure" trips concentrate on the culture, history, and natural attributes of our destination. Though there are no strenuous activities built into these tours, you need to be prepared for some full days with some early starts, plenty of walking on uneven surfaces through villages, cities and archaeological sites, and not a lot of "down time." Independence, reasonable fitness, and an ability to be steady on one's feet are critical in order for you to get the most out of these programs.
26 Days
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26 Day Tanzania Tour & Southern Africa
TOUR CODE: TZ3
Countries Visited: 5 Activity Level: 1 Tour Style: Cultural
HIGHLIGHT: Ngorongoro Crater: natural wonder; Endless Serengeti plain; Thundering Victoria Falls; Soweto township tour; Kingdom of Eswatini (Swaziland):…
TOUR START: Nairobi
TOUR END: Cape Town
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FEB OCT
Countries Visited: 5

Swaziland; Kenya; South Africa; Tanzania; Zimbabwe.
Activity Level: 1

No particular physical activity is involved other than town/city walks and short walks to dinners and sites of interest, some of which are large.
Tour Style: Cultural

These three- and four-star hotel-based, "soft adventure" trips concentrate on the culture, history, and natural attributes of our destination. Though there are no strenuous activities built into these tours, you need to be prepared for some full days with some early starts, plenty of walking on uneven surfaces through villages, cities and archaeological sites, and not a lot of "down time." Independence, reasonable fitness, and an ability to be steady on one's feet are critical in order for you to get the most out of these programs.
28 Days
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28 Day Tanzania & Madagascar Tour
TOUR CODE: TZ2
Countries Visited: 3 Activity Level: 3 Tour Style: Cultural
HIGHLIGHT: Ngorongoro Crater: natural wonder; Endless Serengeti plain; Leapin lemurs!; Guided forest walks; Unique flora and fauna; Meeting the friendly locals;…
TOUR START: Nairobi
TOUR END: Antananarivo
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SEP
Countries Visited: 3

Kenya; Madagascar; Tanzania.
Activity Level: 3

These tours are considerably more strenuous than our Level 1 & 2 "cultural" tours and feature walks/hikes on undulating and uneven pathways for 3-7 hours at a leisurely pace. We don't hike every day, but participants should be fit and active and accustomed to trail walking, possibly in remote locations, and be prepared to engage in a conditioning regimen prior to the trip. Altitude may also be a factor on some tours, though none of our hiking tours currently occur above 3000m/10,000 ft. These are hotel-based tours with no camping, and you are required to only carry what you need for the day.
Tour Style: Cultural

These three- and four-star hotel-based, "soft adventure" trips concentrate on the culture, history, and natural attributes of our destination. Though there are no strenuous activities built into these tours, you need to be prepared for some full days with some early starts, plenty of walking on uneven surfaces through villages, cities and archaeological sites, and not a lot of "down time." Independence, reasonable fitness, and an ability to be steady on one's feet are critical in order for you to get the most out of these programs.
29 Days
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29 Day Namibia Tour & Southern Africa
TOUR CODE: SA3
Countries Visited: 4 Activity Level: 1 Tour Style: Cultural
HIGHLIGHT: Thundering Victoria Falls; Kruger Park safari; Kingdom of Eswatini (Swaziland): Switzerland of Africa; Table Mountain Cable Way; Robben Island…
TOUR START: Johannesburg
TOUR END: Windhoek
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FEB SEP OCT
Countries Visited: 4

Swaziland; Namibia; South Africa; Zimbabwe.
Activity Level: 1

No particular physical activity is involved other than town/city walks and short walks to dinners and sites of interest, some of which are large.
Tour Style: Cultural

These three- and four-star hotel-based, "soft adventure" trips concentrate on the culture, history, and natural attributes of our destination. Though there are no strenuous activities built into these tours, you need to be prepared for some full days with some early starts, plenty of walking on uneven surfaces through villages, cities and archaeological sites, and not a lot of "down time." Independence, reasonable fitness, and an ability to be steady on one's feet are critical in order for you to get the most out of these programs.
32 Days
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32 Day Kenya Tour, Southern Africa & Tanzania
TOUR CODE: SA4
Countries Visited: 5 Activity Level: 1 Tour Style: Cultural
HIGHLIGHT: Thundering Victoria Falls Kingdom of Eswatini (Swaziland): Switzerland of Africa Table Mountain Cable Way Maasai Mara / Serengeti: endless…
TOUR START: Johannesburg
TOUR END: Arusha
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SEP OCT
Countries Visited: 5

Swaziland; Kenya; South Africa; Tanzania; Zimbabwe.
Activity Level: 1

No particular physical activity is involved other than town/city walks and short walks to dinners and sites of interest, some of which are large.
Tour Style: Cultural

These three- and four-star hotel-based, "soft adventure" trips concentrate on the culture, history, and natural attributes of our destination. Though there are no strenuous activities built into these tours, you need to be prepared for some full days with some early starts, plenty of walking on uneven surfaces through villages, cities and archaeological sites, and not a lot of "down time." Independence, reasonable fitness, and an ability to be steady on one's feet are critical in order for you to get the most out of these programs.
33 Days
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33 Day Southern Africa Tour
TOUR CODE: AF1
Countries Visited: 5 Activity Level: 1 Tour Style: Cultural
HIGHLIGHT: Thundering Victoria Falls; Kingdom of Eswatini (Swaziland): Switzerland of Africa; Table Mountain Cable Way; Robben Island Museum; The Namib,…
TOUR START: Johannesburg
TOUR END: Maun
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FEB OCT
Countries Visited: 5

Botswana; Swaziland; Namibia; South Africa; Zimbabwe.
Activity Level: 1

No particular physical activity is involved other than town/city walks and short walks to dinners and sites of interest, some of which are large.
Tour Style: Cultural

These three- and four-star hotel-based, "soft adventure" trips concentrate on the culture, history, and natural attributes of our destination. Though there are no strenuous activities built into these tours, you need to be prepared for some full days with some early starts, plenty of walking on uneven surfaces through villages, cities and archaeological sites, and not a lot of "down time." Independence, reasonable fitness, and an ability to be steady on one's feet are critical in order for you to get the most out of these programs.
33 Days
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33 Day Kenya Tour, Tanzania & Southern Africa
TOUR CODE: KT3
Countries Visited: 5 Activity Level: 1 Tour Style: Cultural
HIGHLIGHT: Ngorongoro Crater: natural wonder; Endless Serengeti plain; Thundering Victoria Falls; Soweto township tour; Kingdom of Eswatini (Swaziland):…
TOUR START: Nairobi
TOUR END: Cape Town
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JAN OCT
Countries Visited: 5

Swaziland; Kenya; South Africa; Tanzania; Zimbabwe.
Activity Level: 1

No particular physical activity is involved other than town/city walks and short walks to dinners and sites of interest, some of which are large.
Tour Style: Cultural

These three- and four-star hotel-based, "soft adventure" trips concentrate on the culture, history, and natural attributes of our destination. Though there are no strenuous activities built into these tours, you need to be prepared for some full days with some early starts, plenty of walking on uneven surfaces through villages, cities and archaeological sites, and not a lot of "down time." Independence, reasonable fitness, and an ability to be steady on one's feet are critical in order for you to get the most out of these programs.
35 Days
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35 Day Kenya, Tanzania & Madagascar Tour
TOUR CODE: KT2
Countries Visited: 3 Activity Level: 3 Tour Style: Cultural
HIGHLIGHT: Meeting local tribal groups Maasai Mara/Serengeti: endless plains Snows of Kilimanjaro from Kenya's Amboseli Park Ngorongoro Crater: natural…
TOUR START: Nairobi
TOUR END: Antananarivo
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SEP
Countries Visited: 3

Kenya; Madagascar; Tanzania.
Activity Level: 3

These tours are considerably more strenuous than our Level 1 & 2 "cultural" tours and feature walks/hikes on undulating and uneven pathways for 3-7 hours at a leisurely pace. We don't hike every day, but participants should be fit and active and accustomed to trail walking, possibly in remote locations, and be prepared to engage in a conditioning regimen prior to the trip. Altitude may also be a factor on some tours, though none of our hiking tours currently occur above 3000m/10,000 ft. These are hotel-based tours with no camping, and you are required to only carry what you need for the day.
Tour Style: Cultural

These three- and four-star hotel-based, "soft adventure" trips concentrate on the culture, history, and natural attributes of our destination. Though there are no strenuous activities built into these tours, you need to be prepared for some full days with some early starts, plenty of walking on uneven surfaces through villages, cities and archaeological sites, and not a lot of "down time." Independence, reasonable fitness, and an ability to be steady on one's feet are critical in order for you to get the most out of these programs.
37 Days
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37 Day Southern Africa Tour & East Africa
TOUR CODE: SA7
Countries Visited: 5 Activity Level: 1 Tour Style: Cultural
HIGHLIGHT: Thundering Victoria Falls; Kingdom of Eswatini (Swaziland): Switzerland of Africa; Table Mountain Cable Way; Robben Island Museum; Maasai…
TOUR START: Johannesburg
TOUR END: Zanzibar
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SEP OCT
Countries Visited: 5

Swaziland; Kenya; South Africa; Tanzania; Zimbabwe.
Activity Level: 1

No particular physical activity is involved other than town/city walks and short walks to dinners and sites of interest, some of which are large.
Tour Style: Cultural

These three- and four-star hotel-based, "soft adventure" trips concentrate on the culture, history, and natural attributes of our destination. Though there are no strenuous activities built into these tours, you need to be prepared for some full days with some early starts, plenty of walking on uneven surfaces through villages, cities and archaeological sites, and not a lot of "down time." Independence, reasonable fitness, and an ability to be steady on one's feet are critical in order for you to get the most out of these programs.
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What You'll see
What You'll See
Indian Ocean Islands
Adventures Abroad takes you on a journey of the most breathtaking islands in the Indian Ocean, including Mauritius, Seychelles, Madagascar, and Reunion. On this tour, you can take a dip in the turquoise waters, soak in the views of dormant volcanoes, enjoy traditional island cuisine, and experience the vibrant local cultures. And don’t forget the lemurs!
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Southern Africa
Indian Ocean Islands
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Madagascar
Known for its exotic wildlife, pristine beaches,...
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What you'll see
Indian Ocean Islands
Adventures Abroad takes you on a journey of the most breathtaking islands in the Indian Ocean, including Mauritius, Seychelles, Madagascar, and Reunion. On this tour, you can take a dip in the turquoise waters, soak in the views of dormant volcanoes, enjoy traditional island cuisine, and experience the vibrant local cultures. And don’t forget the lemurs!
Exciting Videos of
Southern Africa
Indian Ocean Islands
Adventures Abroad takes you on a journey...
Madagascar
Known for its exotic wildlife, pristine beaches,...
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Tour Leaders
Tour Leaders for Small Group Southern Africa Tours
Our Southern Africa tour leaders have a deep understanding of the history, culture and iconic wildlife of the region, which means you’ll gain a deeper appreciation of this land. They’ll help you experience a side of Southern Africa many tourists never see. Some of our tour leaders who have led these tours.
Peter Barathan Peter was raised on the seven seas, cruising from port to port with his family. After visiting 50+ countries before the age of 10, he settled and grew up in Vancouver. During and after University, Peters various jobs always involved international travel, which maintained his passion for exploring the world and learning other cultures. He currently resides in South Africa with his wife and kids. Read More
Chris Tripodi Chris travels because it is the most interesting thing he can think of doing between meals. Anyone can buy a plane ticket, but helping a country come alive through its people, sights, culture, cuisine and customs is what Adventures Abroad is all about. Chris enjoys the inevitable challenges, the unforgettable moments, the warm people, the stories shared, the memories made, and every single morsel of each tour. Read More
Jonathan Hodgson Jonathan has lived much of his life dedicated to the idea that he would rather have a wealth of experiences than a wealth of riches. Having taken up a nomadic lifestyle shortly after finishing his undergraduate degree, he has been on the move on and off over the last 25+ years. The wanderlust has taken him to basing himself in places such as Scotland, Australia and Uzbekistan, and to visiting many more locations around our planet. Now (sort of) settled in Vancouver with his wonderful (and patient) family, he still loves the idea of having the world as his office and always enjoys trying to capture the essence of the locations he travels and tours in with his photography. Read More
Martin Charlton For as long as I can remember I have always had a deep-rooted need to travel and discover new places. Today I feel incredibly fortunate to have spent almost three decades researching, organizing and leading tours worldwide. Read More
Victor Romagnoli I love the excitement of getting up each morning on a tour and not knowing exactly how a day will unfold. It keeps me on my toes so to speak, and adds a breath of excitement to each day on tour. With almost 30 years of tour leading under my belt, I thank all of you for being a part of this exciting journey. Read More
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Tour Leaders Small Group Southern Africa
Our Southern Africa tour leaders have a deep understanding of the history, culture and iconic wildlife of the region, which means you’ll gain a deeper appreciation of this land. They’ll help you experience a side of Southern Africa many tourists never see. Some of our tour leaders who have led these tours.
Peter Barathan Peter was raised on the seven seas, cruising from port to port with his family. After visiting 50+ countries before the age of 10, he settled and grew up in Vancouver. During and after University, Peters various jobs always involved international travel, which maintained his passion for exploring the world and learning other cultures. He currently resides in South Africa with his wife and kids. Read More
Chris Tripodi Chris travels because it is the most interesting thing he can think of doing between meals. Anyone can buy a plane ticket, but helping a country come alive through its people, sights, culture, cuisine and customs is what Adventures Abroad is all about. Chris enjoys the inevitable challenges, the unforgettable moments, the warm people, the stories shared, the memories made, and every single morsel of each tour. Read More
Jonathan Hodgson Jonathan has lived much of his life dedicated to the idea that he would rather have a wealth of experiences than a wealth of riches. Having taken up a nomadic lifestyle shortly after finishing his undergraduate degree, he has been on the move on and off over the last 25+ years. The wanderlust has taken him to basing himself in places such as Scotland, Australia and Uzbekistan, and to visiting many more locations around our planet. Now (sort of) settled in Vancouver with his wonderful (and patient) family, he still loves the idea of having the world as his office and always enjoys trying to capture the essence of the locations he travels and tours in with his photography. Read More
Martin Charlton For as long as I can remember I have always had a deep-rooted need to travel and discover new places. Today I feel incredibly fortunate to have spent almost three decades researching, organizing and leading tours worldwide. Read More
Victor Romagnoli I love the excitement of getting up each morning on a tour and not knowing exactly how a day will unfold. It keeps me on my toes so to speak, and adds a breath of excitement to each day on tour. With almost 30 years of tour leading under my belt, I thank all of you for being a part of this exciting journey. Read More
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FAQ
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01. When is the best time to visit Southern Africa?
Game-viewing is best during the dry winter months in Southern Africa, which is from May to October. The sparse vegetation during this season gives you a clearer view of the animals. Plus, thirsty creatures are more likely to be found at waterholes. Southern Africa’s wet summer season is from December to March. The climate is hot and humid with short bursts of heavy rain. The scenery is lush at this time of year, which provides an ideal environment for bird watching.
02. What countries are in Southern Africa?
Southern Africa includes the nations of Angola, Lesotho, Botswana, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Although the island nation of Madagascar is geographically located in Southern Africa, it is not considered part of this region because of its unique cultural heritage.
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