Safari and Beach Holidays

Is there a better combination than the thrill of a safari and a tranquil beach stay? We don't think so. Simply put, safari and beach holidays are the ultimate mix of adventure and relaxation. Spend a few days waking up early in the African bush, heading out on an exciting wildlife-filled game drive to spot incredible animals like the Big Five, cheetahs, warthogs, hippos and more.

Kenya safari and beach holidays and Tanzania safari and beach holidays represent a true slice of the continent, where stunning camps pitched in the middle of the African plains offer authenticity and wildlife encounters in abundance. Then you can escape to the East African coast or the beautiful islands offshore. If you want a more luxury safari and beach holiday, then you can't go wrong with South Africa. Rustic-luxe camps are like little cocoons of heaven, with a lot of them affording memorable animal encounters from your room. What's more, all safari options are all-inclusive, so there are no hidden costs involved.

Your options for the beach part of your holiday aren't limited, either, from the spice island of Zanzibar to the gorgeous granite islands of the Seychelles and endless sandy swathes of Mauritius. This combination is perfect for any type of adventure, whether it's a family holiday or safari and beach honeymoon.

The best time to go on safari in South Africa is from May to November. Even though this is South Africa's winter, days are dry and sunny and the thin vegetation makes spotting wildlife that bit easier! For an East African adventure, we'd recommend planning a safari and beach holiday for the UK summertime, with slightlydifferent seasons for Kenya (July-September) and Tanzania (June-October). This avoids the countries' rainy seasons and means you won't miss out on the continent's iconic wildlife highlight, the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest make their way from the Serengeti in Tanzania to the Masai Mara in Kenya.