Winter Safari





Where cool nights and wild encounters define the season.
From June to August, Africa delivers some of its most legendary safaris. As the dry season sets in, waterholes become lifelines and wildlife gathers in extraordinary numbers. Elephants march in dusty processions, prides of lions stake their claims, and leopards emerge from thinning bushveld, easier to spot in the open landscape. Wild dogs, elusive at other times, are more frequently encountered on the hunt.
The cooler weather brings comfort for long game drives and walking safaris, while crisp evenings invite fireside storytelling and starlit skies. Across Southern Africa, from Kruger to the Okavango Delta and Zambia’s Luangwa Valley, conditions are at their most rewarding. In East Africa, this is the moment for dramatic scenes on the Serengeti, as the Great Migration thunders north toward Kenya’s Maasai Mara.
Winter in Africa is a season of clarity, drama, and connection, when the wild feels both untamed and timeless.
Highlights
- Peak game viewing during the dry season
- Frequent predator sightings, including leopards and wild dogs
- Clear skies and cooler days ideal for safari adventures
- Exclusive camps and lodges offering fireside evenings
When to go
March to May
Curated Packages
Seasonal journeys, designed around you.
Every season in Africa tells a different story. From the drama of the dry winter months to the renewal of spring, our itineraries align with nature’s rhythm. Your travel concierge will craft a journey that captures the best of the season, ensuring every moment is timed to perfection.
May - October
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12 DAYS
The Shape of Namibia – Luxury Namibia Safari
All Year Round
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10 DAYS
The Luxury of Time – Botswana Unhurried
All Year Round
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11 DAYS
Wild Hearts, Island Dreams: Luxury Safari Tanzania and Zanzibar
All Year Round
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13 DAYS
Elements of Southern Africa: A Curated Safari
All Year Round
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10 DAYS
Africa Safari: Uganda & Zambia’s Great Waterways
All Year Round
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10 DAYS
The Active Africa Circuit – A Luxury Sport Safari
Year Round
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11 DAYS
Adventure and Exploration in the Seychelles
Year Round
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18 DAYS
Southern Africa Luxury Bush & Beach Escape
June – October
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18 DAYS
Tanzania and Seychelles Luxury Safari
May to October
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8 DAYS
Mad Max Safari Adventure
May to October | November to April
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11 DAYS
Spirit of Zambia Safari
June - Sept
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11 DAYS
Uganda Done Right
June - Sept
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8 DAYS
Rivers & Rainforests: A Ugandan Safari
June - Sept
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15 DAYS
Gorillas & Big Five Safari Adventure
Year Round
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15 DAYS
The Ultimate Southern Africa Bush & Beach
Year Round
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11 DAYS
Luxury Seychelles Honeymoon and Couples Vacation
All Year Round
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12 DAYS
Culinary Journey to Morocco
All Year Round
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Day Trip to Antarctica LuxVenture®
All Year Round
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8 DAYS
Luxury Namibia Safari
All Year Round
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16 DAYS
Ultimate East Africa Safari
All Year Round
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7 DAYS
Luxury Gorilla Trekking Safari in Rwanda
All year round
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9 DAYS
9-day Victoria Falls to Botswana Luxury Safari
All year round
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9 DAYS
Beaches of Seychelles Vacation
March to June
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10 DAYS
Zimbabwe Victoria Falls & Safari LuxVenture®
Year Round
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10 DAYS
Natural East Africa Wonders Safari
All Year Round
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9 DAYS
Botswana Okavango Honeymoon LuxVenture®
All Year Round
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9 DAYS
Luxury Adventure through Namibia
All year round
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12 DAYS
Luxury Family Safari: South Africa & Victoria Falls
All Year Round
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10 DAYS
Luxury Tanzania Honeymoon LuxVenture®
May-October
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8 DAYS
Luxury Treehouse Safari to Botswana LuxVenture®
All Year Round
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8 DAYS
Best of Egypt LuxVenture®
All Year Round
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10 DAYS
Cairo + Luxury Nile Cruise
All Year Round
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11 DAYS
Luxury Egypt Experience
All Year Round
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12 DAYS
Tanzania and Zanzibar Safari
All Year Round
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9 DAYS
‘Out of Africa’ Safari in Kenya
15 June - 15 November
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7 DAYS
Luxury Tented Safari in Tanzania
All Year Round
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12 DAYS
Stargazing Desert Safari in Namibia
All Year Round
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13 DAYS
Amboseli, Lewa and Masai Mara Safari
All Year Round
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11 DAYS
Luxury Safari in Zambia
June-October
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10 DAYS
Electric Vehicle Safari in Kenya
Year Round
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8 DAYS
African Wild Dog Safari in Zimbabwe
All Year Round
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14 DAYS
Luxury South Africa and Mozambique Honeymoon
All Year Round
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10 DAYS
Tanzania & Zanzibar Family Holiday
All Year Round
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8 DAYS
Luxury Kenya Safari
March-December
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10 DAYS
Luxury Private Safari in Zambia
June-August
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12 DAYS
Rovos Rail and Zambezi River Escape
April-October
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10 DAYS
Best of Botswana Safari
All Year Round
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12 DAYS
Tanzania & Zanzibar Honeymoon Safari
Jan, Feb, Jun – Sept
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5 DAYS
Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda
May - October
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10 DAYS
South Luangwa Walking Safari
All Year Round
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14 DAYS
Southern Africa’s Finest: SA, Victoria Falls & Botswana
All Year Round
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12 DAYS
South Africa Art, Wine & Wilderness Safari
June-October
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8 DAYS
Tanzania Northern Circuit Safari
All Year Round
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9 DAYS
Luxury Safari in Kruger National Park & Cape Town
All Year Round
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17 DAYS
Luxury Mauritius & South Africa Experience
July-September
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6 DAYS
Horseback Safari in Kenya
All Year Round
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13 DAYS
Elephant Safari in South Africa, Victoria Falls & Botswana
All Year Round
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7 DAYS
Chobe River Cruise & Okavango Delta Safari
June-February
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13 DAYS
A Cultural Safari Tanzania Zanzibar
All Year Round
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17 DAYS
Southern Africa: Framed and Untamed
All Year Round
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11 DAYS
Cape Town Safari & Whale Coast Adventure
June-October
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9 DAYS
Sub Saharan Kenya Safari Experience
All Year Round
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10 DAYS
Botswana & Victoria Falls Adventure
All Year Round
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6 DAYS
Luxury Morocco Vacation
June-October
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7 DAYS
African Wild Dog Safari
June-October
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9 DAYS
The Great Wildebeest Migration Safari in Tanzania
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
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Sharon Kennedy15 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We started planning our Namibia safari over a year in advance. Natasha was perfect to set up our itinerary and Sarah to fill in the details. They were both receptive to Zoom meetings and many emails. Because we had both seen the Big 5 on previous safaris in other countries, we were interested in Namibia's wide-open space and few tourists. The tented camp sites included in our itinerary provided our 2 requests. Our guides were superior and camp management also. Where next? Rwanda? Angola? Wherever...K and D will be my Safari outfitter.+7Posted on Google![]()
Elizabeth Hopkins23 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
My husband and I took what we had hoped would be the trip of a lifetime Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Rawanda and on Safari in Tanzania. Our trip was personally curated for us by Tamsyn Young, Senior Travel Planner, Private Clients at Ker & Downey Africa. We were impressed and overwhelmed by the care and attention to detail that went into planning this adventure for us. I can honestly say that this trip surpassed our wildest expectations. However, we’re hoping it’s not the trip of a lifetime as we’re considering another trip with Ker & Downey in a few years to other parts of the African continent and completely expect that we will be equally amazed.+9Posted on Google![]()
Philis Campana24 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We recently returned from an unforgettable trip to South Africa, and we cannot say enough wonderful things about our travel agency from the beginning stages to the details of the trip itself, everything was handled with professionalism care and attention to detail. Our trip was so truly special and we are so grateful for the expertise and personal attention that made it such an incredible experience. We highly recommend this agency to anyone planning a trip to Africa again, thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Phyllis and Bob Fern.Posted on Google![]()
Larry Eisman25 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Tamsyn @ Ker & Downey Africa helped us plan an unforgettable trip to Cape Town & Sabi Sabi. 8 days and everything was perfect. Would not change a single aspect of this bucket list vacation. LarryPosted on Google![]()
Hanna Heintz28 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Tamsyn from Ker and Downey put together an incredible 3 week anniversary trip for my husband and me in South Africa and Seychelles. She took care of every detail, and I felt safe and well cared for while abroad. The lodges she chose for our safaris were a perfect mix of experiences to see both tented camps and luxury lodges. She was able to arrange some special surprises to help us celebrate while on our vacation. I couldn't recommend her more, and we will definitely be using her to plan our next African vacation!Posted on Google![]()
Roberta Zallen28 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We had a wonderful time on our trip. Tamsyn Young was our agent and was extremely helpful, answered our multiple questions and was very available with answers when needed. Everything was arranged - people met us at airports, all flights were arranged which included many changes on small planes and all the information was communicated to us in a timely manner. In addition, I sustained an injury and at the last minute needed to get met by wheelchairs for our flights. All was perfectly arranged. We highly recommend Ker and Downey!!!Posted on Google![]()
Kyle Palmieri31 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
My father and I put our trust into Ker & Downey to put together a once in a lifetime trip to Egypt and they did not fail. Everything went flawless and K&D provided a true white-glove experience, that was above and beyond our expectations. I am so thankful we went with K&D, working with this team was fantastic and paid off. Thank you all.Posted on Google![]()
Tracey de Kock51 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
The most incredible travel company I have ever dealt with! They tailor make your trip to exactly what suits you and do not miss a detail. No one else comes close to them when it comes to African safari curated holidays. Thank you we already looking at our next trip !Posted on Google![]()
Shani Dass63 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We booked a safari in Kenya through Ker & Downey and had a wonderful experience. Sarah and the team were very professional and communication was exceptional and were always available. The hotels they recommended were great and matched what we requested. It was stress free from start to end. We will definitely go with them againPosted on Google![]()
Lynn Beard97 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We returned home from our safari in Tanzania about two weeks ago. It was arranged by the incomparable Tamsyn "Tam" Young of Ker & Downey and was hands down the best vacation we've ever experienced. From my first inquiry to today, Tam made the entire experience outstanding. She was with us when our flights to Tanzania (arranged by us) were all messed up by delays. While we were sitting in airports, she was busy rearranging our plans so we wouldn't miss a beat. The camps where Tam booked us were unforgettable and staffed by unforgettable people. Our game drivers were absolutely outstanding. We saw gobs of animals, including close ups with elephants, lions, leopards, and cheetahs. We also saw two wildebeest crossings on the same day. We are convinced our trip would not have been the same if not for Tam and Ker & Downey. Top notch service!Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
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