Unique Experiences

Exceptional journeys, curated beyond expectation.

For those who seek the extraordinary, our Unique Experiences go beyond the traditional safari. Capture rare wildlife through your lens on photographic safaris guided by seasoned pros, or indulge your senses on culinary journeys through Cape Town, where art, food, and culture meet diverge. Drift silently along Africa’s great rivers on luxury boat safaris, or track rare bird species in remote ecosystems with expert ornithologists. For a nostalgic touch of grandeur, cross the continent by rail aboard the iconic Rovos Rail or Blue Train, where golden landscapes unfold beyond velvet-draped windows.

These are unique and immersive journeys curated for curious travelers – rich in detail, layered with meaning, and crafted with Ker & Downey® Africa’s signature blend of luxury and imagination.

Highlights

Where to go

Botswana | Egypt | Kenya | Morocco | Mozambique | Namibia | South Africa | Tanzania | Zambia | Zimbabwe

Curated Packages

Curated packages for
Unique Experiences

Ker & Downey® Africa curates experiences that go beyond luxury. Our curated expeditions are shaped by whispers of the land and the wisdom of its people. With Ker & Downey® Africa, no two journeys are the same, opening doors to experiences few can imagine, and even fewer can access.

All Year Round

8 DAYS

Fly-in Luxury Namibia Safari

This 8-day fly-in luxury Namibia safari invites you to marvel at the country’s vast, otherworldly beauty from the sky and beyond.

From

$15 050

per person

March to June

10 DAYS

Zimbabwe Victoria Falls & Safari LuxVenture®

This Zimbabwe Victoria Falls itinerary combines a safari in Mana Pools and Hwange with one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World, the mighty Victoria Falls

From

$13 278

per person

All year round

12 DAYS

Luxury Family Safari: South Africa & Victoria Falls

This epic 12-day family safari combines Cape Town, the Winelands, Sabi Sands and Victoria Falls for the ultimate travel adventure together with your loved ones.

From

$10 470

per person

All Year Round

10 DAYS

Tanzania & Zanzibar Family Holiday

Crafted for families, this 10-day trip invites you to combine a stellar African safari experience with an idyllic island escape on the shores of Zanzibar.

From

$8 241

per person

All Year Round

11 DAYS

Cape Town Safari & Whale Coast Adventure

Take the road less traveled and discover 3 unique landscapes on this safari which takes you from Cape Town to the Whale Coast and the Little Karoo.

From

$8 750

per person

All Year Round

10 DAYS

Botswana & Victoria Falls Adventure

This Botswana & Victoria Falls Adventure experience offers an African sightseeing and safari in the heart of Southern Africa.

From

$15 499

per person

accommodations

Extraordinary stays, designed for the curious.
Crafted to immerse you in Africa’s wonders.

Waldorf Astoria

A private-island retreat, Waldorf Astoria Seychelles offers elegant villas, world-class service, and immersive marine conservation.

Onduli Enclave

Onduli Enclave is a private villa nestled into the granite ridges of Damaraland, offering ultra-lux living and immersive desert experiences.

Cottars 1920 Camp

Cottar’s 1920s Camp evokes the golden era of safari with authentic experiences and award-winning guiding on a private Maasai Mara conservancy.

Sausage Tree Camp

Sausage Tree Camp is easily one of the most opulent camps in the Lower Zambezi with the highest standards in luxury and service.

AndBeyond Benquerra

&Beyond Benguerra Island blends barefoot luxury with island adventure in the Bazaruto Archipelago.

Four Seasons Hotel Cairo

The Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza is the gateway to your adventure in Egypt, offering unparalleled service and amenities.

Sofitel Legend Old Cataract

The Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Hotel is located in Aswan and overlooks the mighty River Nile and the island of Elephantine.

Itran Royal Camp

Itran Royal Camp offers a luxurious stay for your thrilling desert getaway on the edge of the Sahara in Morocco.

Four Seasons Casablanca

The Four Seasons Hotel Casablanca exudes luxury and is the perfect base from which to explore this vibrant Moroccan metropolis.

Take a seat beside the campfire, where untold stories rise with the smoke, legends live in the land, and luxury is part of the wild.

What our

Travelers say

South africa honeymoon

"Thank you for the best honeymoon we could’ve imagined! We spent 5 nights on safari at luxury lodges, followed by 3 nights in Cape Town, and ended our journey on a stunning private nature reserve. Everything ran seamlessly, and the team stayed in touch with us throughout. Words can’t describe how incredible the experience was."

Ilicia Manzi, New York, USA

south africa safari

"As a travel journalist who’s stayed at hundreds of hotels and worked with countless guides, I can confidently say Ker & Downey® Africa stands out. From handpicking exceptional properties to being available before 8am on a Saturday, their attention to detail and high-touch service made my South African journey seamless. I wouldn’t plan another trip to Africa without them."

Katie Jackson, New York, USA

Where to go

Enter the heart of Africa, where every encounter is a sacred exchange.

Step off the beaten path into Africa’s most extraordinary places. Dine beneath the stars in the desert, cruise the Nile on a floating hotel, or sleep in a baobab treehouse surrounded by silence.

Kenya

Kenya is where safari was born — a land of big skies, vast plains, and deep-rooted cultures that define the spirit of wild Africa.

Tanzania

Tanzania is a land of great migrations, endless plains and volcanic peaks, where raw drama and natural wonder unfold at every turn.

Zambia

Zambia is a land of hidden plains, winding rivers and wild trails, where intimate safaris echo the spirit of Africa’s original sanctuaries.

Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe captivates with dramatic landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and unforgettable encounters along its mighty rivers and rugged parks.

Botswana

Botswana is a study in contrast, where mirrored deltas, silent deserts, and raw wilderness flow as freely as the floodwaters.

South Africa

South Africa is a land of contrasts, where wild safaris, coastal escapes, vineyards and cityscapes unfold in bold, beautifully curated style.

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