Our Story

Local Safaris Africa was founded on a true passion for the magnificent and diverse wildlife that lives in the protected rainforests, rivers, lakes and open plains of Africa. Backed by a very clear understanding of what it means to deliver first class service, our immersive and authentic safaris are second to none. When we put together a trip for you, we do so with the excitement of our own personal experiences and drawing on our memories to help create your own ultimate wildlife encounter of a lifetime. Every one of our team of professionals and highly experienced guides is totally dedicated to making your dreams come true.

Our approach combines singular service, authentic local expertise and beyond-the-guidebook insider access, all of which come together to create a journey of a lifetime, every time you travel with us. 

Our Services

Local Safaris Africa is the only Inbound Premier Inbound Tour Operator you need for your African trip of a lifetime. We know the best safari experiences, activities, luxury accommodations and dining options, and help take care of the personalised touches to your African adventure.

Planning to propose? Have a special birthday or anniversary coming up? We can make these special moments unique with thoughtful recommendations and services. Our understanding of your individual needs and interests, combined with extensive and first-hand destination and product knowledge, makes us specialists in building tailor-made itineraries that are unique to you and your family.Africa is magical – what will your journey be like?

Living in Africa allows us to know exactly where you need to be and when you need to be there. With so many festivals and celebrations to take part in, new friends to make on the way and stunning vistas to see, a trip to Africa is not a holiday, it is a journey and an adventure. All of our staff have expert, first-hand knowledge and experience and keep up to date with the latest news and qualifications required.

We guide you on this adventure of a lifetime and ensure your safety and satisfaction throughout. With both a local and international workforce, we understand the cultural differences and expectations you have when travelling to Africa.  We offer a full service, including all flights and transfers, tailor-made to your specifications. Local Safaris Africa is on call for you, and as present as you want and need us to be. Travel hassle free!

Booking with us means you have access to 24/7 support from our destination experts, and no matter how small the query our staff are on call to help you. It’s just like travelling with a local expert by your side. There are no booking or consultation fees as we work directly with the service providers, so this invaluable service to you remains 100% FREE.

It doesn’t matter what stage you are at in planning your trip to Africa, you can contact us today and we can give you advice and suggestions to take you one step closer to making your dreams a reality. You can also find inspiration for your trip on our facebook, and throughout this website.

Talk to one of our advisors today to begin building your African trip of a lifetime. Explore our website to draw inspiration from the stunning locations within our beautiful motherland, and start to imagine what YOU want from your trip. Then let us do all the hard work for you, so you can concentrate on enjoying and living every moment.

Why Choose Us?

So many reasons, so little time!

We know you have a lot of choice when it comes to booking your holiday, so what is it that makes Local Safaris Africa stand out from the herd?

• Tailored Journeys Created for You: We listen to your travel dreams and craft detailed itineraries that match your interests, pace, and budget.
• Explore Multiple Countries: From South Africa’s iconic landscapes to the diverse cultures of Tanzania, Kenya, and beyond, our tours span Southern and East Africa’s most captivating regions.
• Authentic Local Experiences: Connect with communities in ways mainstream tours simply can’t offer through curated interactions and community-led activities.
• Support Ethical Tourism: Travel with a purpose—empowering local economies and fostering respectful cultural exchange.
• Trusted By Global Travelers: Our guests come from the USA, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and beyond, seeking a genuine African adventure.

Doing Good

We want only the best for the place we call home, and that’s why we are devoted to conservation and community upliftment. Join us, and leave your legacy in Africa.