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Small Group Tours
CELEBRATING 35+ YEARS OF TRAVEL TO AFRICA!
What began with a single small group has grown into a tradition we still cherish today. Our groups remain intimate, typically 6 to 16 guests, ensuring personalized care. On occasions when numbers are slightly higher, a second leader joins to guarantee every guest is well looked after. For wildlife activities such as game drives and nature walks, we limit participants to just 5 or 6, depending on the vehicle and activity, so that each encounter feels exclusive and ethical.
Our guides are hand‑picked professionals, many of whom have been with us for over 25 years, reflecting the trust and relationships we’ve built across the globe. Guests who travel with us are like‑minded adventurers, eager to be immersed in nature and culture and often find themselves becoming part of a new family. The bonds formed are so strong that farewells are often accompanied by tears – a testament to the depth of the experience.
We’d love for you to join one of our small groups, but if you prefer to travel independently or on different dates, that’s perfectly fine too. The same care, detail, and passion that go into our group tours are woven into every custom journey we design.
2026 | 2027
2026 Small Group Tours
Beautiful Botswana!
Join us in Zimbabwe and Botswana in 2027 or happy to design a custom itinerary for you!
2027 Small Group Tours
Kenya & Tanzania Migration Safari!
February 19 – March 4 2027
✓ Available
A tried-and-true itinerary we do often as the wildlife, landscapes and cultures are just amazing! Start with elephants galore at the foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro, then Lake Manyara’s ground water forest – a perfect primate home, next is the world heritage site – Ngorongoro Crater and Olduvai Gorge and top it all off with 3 nights in the southern Serengeti National Park where we will experience calving season of the wildebeest. This is classic Africa with luxurious accommodation, interesting cultures, incredible landscapes & abundant wildlife.
PRICING:
- 10 Guests – $10,595USD per person in 2 safari vehicles
- 16 Guests – $9,995USD per person in 3 safari vehicles
- Single Supplement $1295USD
- (pricing subject to change until final 2027 rates are released)
Incredible India – Temples and Tigers!
March 13-25 2027
✓ Available
India is a land of contrasts and wonders, stretching from thesnow-capped Himalayas to the tropical rainforests of thesouth, framed by the Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean. Its landscapes form a living tapestry of deserts, fertile river plains and high plateaus, each offering its own magic. Home to over 1.2 billion people, India is a kaleidoscope of languages, religions, and cultures – more diverse than anywhere else on earth. Travellers are swept into vibrant markets alive with color and sound, dazzling festivals that ignite the spirit and serene national parks where nature whispers in quiet majesty.
PRICING:
India! Temples and Tigers – Based on Double Occupancy
- 8 – 10 guests $10,195 USD per person
- 11 – 14 guests $9495 USD per person
- 15 – 19 guests $8995 USD per person
- Single Supplement $2895USD
Air – Canada to Delhi Return – Economy from $2000 CDN per person depending oncarrier, routing and availability. We would be happy to book your air for you.
The Best of Zimbabwe with Okavango Delta Extension – We love this itinerary!
September 22 to October 6 2027
✓ Available
Begin your journey in the dry savannas of Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe where vast herds of elephant roam freely and big cats prowl the plains. Continue to the mighty Zambezi River at Mana Pools National Park, a place of rare beauty and unforgettable encounters. Your adventure then moves inland, where your lodge overlooks a bustling waterhole alive with wildlife drama. No trip would be complete without witnessing “The Smoke that Thunders” – Victoria Falls, one of the world’s greatest natural wonders. For those who wish to extend the magic, an optional journey into the legendary Okavango Delta awaits.
PRICING:
- 10 Guests – $15,795USD per person sharing
- Single Supplement $3995USD
- (pricing is pretty accurate although subject to change
Two private family safaris!
June & July 2027
Did you know we lead and send private safari’s for families and friend groups?
Carol will be doing just that at this time and you can book a private safari too! Enquire here to save dates that work for you but don’t wait – timing is limited and space is a premium! Email us today
Master Card & Visa accepted! 
A Word About Pricing
Yes… we are a Canadian company and prefer to price in Canadian $. Our partners on the ground quote in USD and with the volatility of the exchange rate, we have been forced to price in USD which allows guests to make their best decision on currency & method of payment.
Compare our pricing. . . . we include:
Full pre-departure package, most meals, luxury accommodation, tips/gratuities, donation to a wildlife conservation group that YOU visit on your safari, fully guided by a destination specialist tour leader AND you will receive personalized service directly from the owner of the company!
Extend Your Safari!
Blue Train “A Window to the Soul of South Africa”
BlueTrainExtension.pdf
Balloon Safari
BallonSafariExtension.pdf
Mountain Gorilla Trek
GorillaTrekExtension.pdf
Mt. Kilimanjaro Climb
KiliClimbExtension.pdf
Rovos Luxury Train
RovosTrainExtension.pdf
The Smoke That Thunders – Victoria Falls
VictoriaFallsExtension.pdf
Zanzibar
ZanzibarExtension.pdf