Whether you’re looking to travel as soon as possible or throughout the fall and winter months, there’s a last-minute safari for you. This time of year there are fewer crowds, fantastic wildlife viewing, and excellent deals to be had. Parks and concessions are lush and green and new babies are making their way into the world. We like to call it secret season because, well, it’s one of the best-kept industry secrets. Of course the best experience depends on landing in the right place at the right time—something our destination specialists know very well.

There’s exceptional availability in Tanzania, Zimbabwe, and Botswana still up for grabs (check out our sample itineraries below). Plus, free nights and discounts of up to 30 per cent off safaris in some cases.

Manes & Plains

See the best of Tanzania’s wildlife with this nine-night trip to the Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti. With fewer crowds during the fall and winter (which is the African summer) you’ll have more big game to yourself.

Zimbabwe’s Hidden Gems

With exceptional wildlife and less people travelling this time of year than in East Africa, this itinerary offers an action-packed adventure in Zimbabwe. Wild dogs, rhinos, lions, elephants, hippos and more await.

Across Botswana: Delta & Desert

See both sides of this remarkable country with a trip to lush wetlands of the Okavango Delta and arid desert plains of the Kalahari. View the big five, meet meerkats, and walk with Zu’hosi Bushmen on this unforgettable itinerary.