We specialize in tailor-made safaris that take you to the real Africa – no readymade tours or set departures. You will not be joining a group set departure if you travel with us for your solo adventure. Instead, we put together the trip to suit you, meaning that whether you’re looking for a bit of luxury or the best of the best, we can ensure that your trip meets your expectations.
Luxury Solo Safari Vacations
Some safari destinations and properties in Africa are better suited to solo travelers than others. At Yellow Zebra, we know the best places for solos and we’re happy to advise you on the different options available for your solo safari adventure.
How does a solo safari work with YZ?
Tailor-made safaris to suit you
Some safari areas, camps, and lodges work better for single and solo travelers than others. We know these well, and our safari experts can carefully design a perfectly tailor-made adventure to suit you. Traveling solo but you want to be sociable? We’ll advise you on the best properties that offer communal dining and have a communal atmosphere.
Avoid the single supplement
Many camps and lodges in Africa don’t offer any discounts for single explorers, so solo travelers are effectively paying for an extra person who isn’t there. However, we know a few places that do not charge a single supplement – please take a look at our blog on the Top Five Properties for Solo Travelers and by all means get in touch with a member of our team to find out more.
“It was a dream vacation! Everyone at Yellow Zebra Safaris exceeded my expectations. From the initial inquiry and quick response I received, to Kelly’s expertise in personalizing a trip for me (relatively last minute at vacation time for a solo traveler), to the follow up prior to my trip and every detail thought out it was a wonderful process. I have recommended you to several of my friends and will continue to do so. Someday, I will be back to do another safari with you. Thank you for making one of my dreams come true.”
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Luxury Solo Safari Travel Trips
Browse our top three hand-picked solo safari trips by our safari specialist team.
Best Solo Safari Experiences
As specialists in tailor-made safari vacations, our team can suggest a range of activities to ensure you experience the best of Safari Africa. And our advice comes from our experience as solo travelers, so you'll be in safe hands!
Solo Safari Inspiration on our Blog
Explore safari ideas, advice, and top tips for traveling to Africa on your solo safari vacation, from our specialist safari team.
Solo Travel Top Tips & FAQs
1. Who are our solo safari vacations for?
Yellow Zebra solo safaris are suitable for all adventurous individuals seeking new experiences in the wild terrains of Safari Africa. There are many reasons our clients choose to travel solo – they might wish to unwind from daily life, to discover and see incredible wildlife, to experience the thrill of the wilderness for themselves, and so on.
2. Will I be joining a group?
No. We tailor-make safari and beach vacations that take you to the real Africa – no readymade tours or set departures. We aim to accommodate our solo travelers within social camps and lodges, unless an alternative approach is preferred. Singles-friendly properties have communal dining areas and other spaces for social interaction. And game drives are often operated on a shared basis, usually with a maximum of 6 people per game-viewing vehicle.
3. Is my solo safari single supplement free?
Unfortunately, most safari camps and lodges do charge a single supplement. That said, there are some excellent exceptions to this rule. Please speak to our experts to find out more about these camps – for a quick overview, take a look at our blog here.
4. Will I be the only solo traveler at camp?
It is difficult to say. However, traditionally a safari is an authentic social activity, and communal dining in camp is very much the norm. More often than not, guests gather together for evening meals and socialize around the mess area and campfire.
5. Will I be picked up from the airport and transferred to my safari camp or lodge?
Yes, unless you have booked your own private pick-ups. All our tailor-made trips can include a meet-and-greet service provided by our respected ground-handler partners.
6. What type of dining experience can I expect?
As mentioned, many camps and lodges usually offer communal dining to in-house guests, making for a friendly and lively dining experience.
7. Will I be sharing the safari vehicle?
Yes, unless you have chosen to make your own arrangements.
8. How safe is it to travel to Africa solo?
It is very safe, as you will always have a host with you, every step of the way on your tailor-made safari trip. If you have any concerns about solo travel, please feel free to discuss these with a member of the YZ team.
Best Solo Destinations by Month
Tanzania
Tanzania is a serious safari heavyweight being home to some of Africa’s most famous parks, including the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Zanzibar. All of Tanzania’s safari parks have their own special appeal, which makes the country a real contender for our favorite destination.
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Kenya
Kenya was the original birthplace of safari vacations, a diverse destination offering seriously good game and great beaches. Home to the Maasai Mara, and the stunning Laikipia Plateau, this is undoubtedly one of Africa’s top safari destinations.
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Botswana
Playing host to some of the finest private reserves in Africa, Botswana is most famous for the sheer beauty of the Okavango Delta and unparalleled levels of exclusivity. It is regarded by many as the very best safari destination.
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South Africa
South Africa really is the continent’s best destination for a Big Five safari – and with first-world cities, it is the finest location for a first trip to Africa.
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Zambia
Famous for its exceptionally high standards of guiding and simple yet very high-quality camps, Zambia offers great-value safari vacations that are off the mainstream circuit. A competitor to Zimbabwe for the title of ‘adventure capital’ of Africa.
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Zimbabwe
With a reputation for being home to some of Africa’s finest guides, Zimbabwe is the destination for an ‘activity-focused’ adventure of a lifetime. This is a destination for clients looking to stay away from the crowds and get off the beaten track.
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Namibia
Sand dunes as high as skyscrapers, desert-adapted wildlife, Africa’s most dramatic scenery... our safaris to Namibia are unlike anywhere else we operate. It is one of the most unique and stunning travel destinations in the world.
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Mauritius
Land of the super-luxury resort, Mauritius caters for travelers looking to relax, be pampered, and do little else! A world-class beach destination for families and honeymooners alike.
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Seychelles
Over one hundred islands make up the Seychelles. Boasting some of the most exclusive private islands anywhere in the world, this is an expensive destination, but one that would stake its claim as the finest beach destination on Earth.
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Mozambique
Well known for its stunning shoreline, Mozambique is home to some of the best beaches in Africa, as well as world-class diving and fishing. Mozambique is the perfect post-safari beach vacation destination.
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