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How It Works
Finding the right destination can be overwhelming, but our travel agency is here to make it easy for you. We take the time to get to know you and your travel style, and recommend destinations that match your interests. From adventure seekers to relaxation enthusiasts, we have the perfect destination for everyone.
Depending on your interests some countries may be more or less suitable and we will proceed accordingle. You are in the best of hands!
At trouverafrica, we know there's no one-size-fits-all approach to travel. That's why we offer itinerary planning tailored to your unique needs and preferences. Let us help you put together the perfect trip, complete with immersive cultural experiences, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable memories.
All itineraries on our homepage are typical tours to give you a better idea what we can do. We will do our very best to adjust them to fit your interests.
Once your itinerary is ready and booked you can now book your flights. We do not offer flight bookings for the simple reason we do not get better rates than you and even more important if you book direct with the airline they will take care of you in case of a delay or cancellation.
We are more than happy though to check on the flights together with you to make sure they fit your itinerary perfectly.
And then finally the fun part...at our travel agency, we believe in providing our clients with an unforgettable African adventure. Once you've booked your trip with us, we'll take care of all the details to ensure that you have a truly authentic experience. All you need to do is get on the plane and to the destination!
And even when your itinerary has started we are still around, if you have questions, feedback or issues, just let us know and we will intervene right away.
Curious about traveling with us?
The drop us an email on info@trouverafrica.com or use the livechat in the bottom right corner and we will get to work and realize the holiday of your dreams.
Tour Types
Safaris
Those who want to see as many animals as possible should look out for this symbol in our itineraries.
Families
Great itineraries with rather short distances which will make sure the little ones have a good time too.
Culinary
If you cannot resist a good glass of wine and classy food this might be the right itinerary for you.
Scenery
Africa offers some of the world's most iconic sceneries.
Honeymoon
Many people want to go to special places with their special one after a wedding and we know how to amaze you!
Adventure
For those who do not mind longer drives in search for some of Africa's most iconic places and adventures.
Hiking
You like to be active and go on hikes? We got you covered, just look for this symbol.
History
Any history buffs around? Well, Africa has a very long and interesting history. We know where to send you.
Couple
If you want to spend some quality time with your loved one watch out for this, we have lots of great places for togetherness.
Photography
We can also offer specialized photography packages, nonetheless some of the standard ones are pretty great for it too.
Serenity
You are working in a busy environment in a loud city? Let's escape into some of Africa's most serene spots.
Groups
You want to travel with friends? Sure, we can get an itinerary working for plenty of you.
Safari Cost
One of the most asked questions is logically how much does it cost to go on a safari in Southern Africa. As you probably presume there is no straight answer to that question since many factors will impact your final price.
Destination
Botswana’s most famous wildlife areas are the Okavango Delta, Makgadikgadi Saltpans and Chobe National Park. South Africa is home to the Kruger National Park, Cape Town, the Garden Route or the stunning coastline North of Durban. Namibia’s big hitters are the astonishing Etosha National Park, Fish River Canyon, and the dunes of Sossusvlei while Zimbabwe and Zambia share the Victoria Falls and stunning national parks.
Namibia and South Africa are the most affordable of all the safari destinations because you can rent a vehicle and self-drive around, as well as stay in self-catering accommodation. Driving and cooking yourself will bring costs down but will add to the ‘work’ you do on vacation.
For the destinations that need a guide you will have to bear in mind that he will be with you 24/7 for as long as your itinerary lasts and that will make the journey much more expensive.
Season
Peak season falls between July and August, thanks to a dry winter and huge demand from international visitors. The times between high and low season are known as ‘shoulder season’: the rains are starting or ending, the weather is heating up or cooling down and, generally, both availability and rates are good.
Christmas time is very busy in South Africa and the high season which means prices are the highest. Oftentimes a booking over a year in advance will be required. All activities and sites will also need to be pre-booked and hugely busy so if you like to stay spontaneous please avoid this time.
Comfort
Logically the star rating and comfort of the lodge or guesthouse you are staying in also has a big impact on your overall traveling costs. Most game lodges include 2 guided game drives per day and all meals included which brings the prices up but reduces daily "pocket money" since all you need to pay is for your drinks.
Most Guesthouses in South Africa have quite a high standard and are rather affordable which make them ideal for overnight stops in case the drives are too long. Breakfast is mostly included.
Generally we try to mix Guesthouses with Game Lodges depending on your itinerary in order to manage the costs and stay affrodable.
Tour Type
If you want to keep the costs low you should opt for a self-drive itinerary. That does not mean we will send you into the national parks by yourself but rather that you will do the drives between the destinations of your itinerary.
Once arrived in the game reserves you will have guided walks and/or drives performed by professionals to ensure your safety.
Guided tours are available as well but will be considerably more expensive because your guide does all the drives and will be with you 24/7. In Botswana for example he will also make sure he cooks for you and assists you in pitching up your tent.
Activities & Food
Most itineraries we do will include the guided safaris in the game reserves so you will not have extra costs for all game viewing activities. However in other destinations we can not include the entrance fees for activities because it will be entirely up to you what you want to do.
Generally entrance fees and activity fees will be quite low compared internationally and will surely not blow your budget. We will also be happy to assist in finding the right activity for you.
Meals in most game lodges will also be included, in some even the local brand alcoholic drinks. In the Guesthouses mostly breakfast in included and restaurants and pubs will be easily accessible from your lodging. Meal prices are also considerably lower than in Europe or the US.
To sum it up
As you can see there is not THE answer to the question of how much a holiday in Africa will cost you.
We best work if you give us a budget excluding the flight(s) and we will do our very best to get you the best value for money while staying withing the budget. Usually we try to balance self-catering, guesthouses and game lodges that include activities and meals which allows us to manage the budgets best.
Southern Africa really offers a fantastic variety of accommodation options for (almost) all budgets so don't hesitate to get in touch and realize a stunning itinerary together.
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