Explore a continent of monumental beauty, where nature still exercises dominion over the land, as well as the people and creatures that roam its plains. This is a place where the law of eat or be eaten still prevails. There’s every possibility that Africa won’t just open your eyes to new wonders, but that it will change the way you look at life.
At Scenic, we carefully handpick each and every unforgettable experience to ensure that our innovative itineraries continue to set the standard for 5-star luxury touring.
Our handcrafted 5-star journeys feature the very best inclusions and a host of memorable moments. When you travel with Scenic, everything is taken care of. Our expert staff, from Tour Directors to local guides, will go above and beyond to make your experience unforgettable. That’s not to say choice is taken away from you. Wherever you go, there are countless experiences and activities to choose from – and of course they’re all included. From your luxury accommodation, dining, and boutique Nile cruise and rail journeys, to transfers and even tipping, every Scenic journey delivers excellence on every level.
Here is a small selection of the Scenic Enrich and Scenic Freechoice activities that we feature in Africa:
Our seasoned Journey Designers have handpicked and created a range of unique experiences that will be among the highlights of your journey.
From meeting the children of the Lake Nakuru orphanage in Kenya and visiting traditional Maasai and Zulu villages, to your own Agatha Christie moment at an exclusive dinner in Egypt, you’ll be left with amazing memories to treasure.
No effort is spared to ensure that you’re able to make the most of being on your dream safari, including iconic game drives through the continent’s untamed wilderness.
You’ll be escorted in open top vehicles that allow you to enjoy close proximity to the wildlife, in search of the ultimate safari jackpot, one of the Big Five – lions, leopards, buffalo, rhinos or elephants.
You can choose between a vast range of activities and sightseeing experiences to ensure you only see what you want to see, at a tempo that suits you.
From wine tours and intrepid walks through Africa’s open plains tracking big game or hippos, to authentic encounters with Maasai warriors, there’s a wealth of options, whatever your interests.
In Egypt you’ll spend four nights cruising the Nile in style on board the exclusively chartered and fully refurbished Sanctuary Sun Boat III. You can look forward to a tailormade itinerary and complimentary beverages with each lunch and dinner on board.
In addition to your expert Egyptologist guide, your Tour Director will be on hand to accompany you on your cruise.
There’s nothing like checking into a spectacular hotel where you can relax and recharge after a busy day exploring. All our luxury properties have been handpicked to let you thoroughly enjoy each destination. What’s more, with our range of Scenic Special Stays you’ll also find yourself in hotels that are simply unlike any others, whether it’s their superb position, such as the magnificent Victoria Falls Hotel overlooking Victoria Falls Gorge, or the sheer splendour of their design, such as Durban’s wonderfully colonial Oyster Box.
Appreciate the urbane elegance of Cape Town’s Table Bay Hotel with incomparable views of the sea and the mountain, and The Michelangelo Hotel in Johannesburg’s trendy shopping district of Sandton. You can look forward to stays that complement each location, from stunning lagoon view rooms at the Protea Hotel Knysna Quays, to the Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club, which offers a snapshot of Africa from a bygone era.
Stay at historical palaces with pinch-yourself views, such as the Marriott Mena House Hotel in Giza, nestled in the shadows of Egypt’s Great Pyramids, and sleep under starry desert skies in air-conditioned ‘Martian’ geodomes at Sun City Camp in Jordan’s Wadi Rum. With top-tier services and facilities, the wonder never truly ends at havens like these. Appreciate the urbane elegance of Cape Town’s Table Bay Hotel with incomparable views of the sea and the mountain, and The Michelangelo Hotel in Johannesburg’s trendy shopping district of Sandton.
Local knowledge
We use knowledgeable local guides, experts and Scenic tour directors across all of our escorted tours because we truly believe that nobody knows an area as well as someone who calls it home. Make the most out of the knowledge that these people harbour as they introduce you to each spectacular destination and experience, allowing you to immerse yourself in the cultures that surround you.
