A World of African Touring

Our

Touring Styles

Whether you are an adventure seeker or a comfort traveller, we offer a tour style to suit every preference.

Pioneer

AFRICA  |  UNDER CANVAS  |  INTERACTIVE  |  ADVENTURE TRUCK

Explorer

AFRICA  |  ACCOMMODATED  |  INTERACTIVE  |  ADVENTURE TRUCK

Traveller

SOUTH AFRICA | BOTSWANA | SMALL TOURING VEHICLE | 4 STAR

Classic

SOUTH AFRICA | LARGER GROUPS | LUXURY COACH | 3-4 STAR

Why

Drifters

AFRICAN FOOTPRINT WITH BOOTS ON THE GROUND

CONTRIBUTES TOWARDS PEOPLE, PLANET AND WILDLIFE

CRISES AND EMERGENCY SUPPORT

NO HIDDEN COSTS

4 DECADES OF EXPERIENCE

TRAVEL STYLE FOR EVERY TRAVELLER

CUSTOM-BUILD OVERLAND TOURING VEHICLES

BEST-IN-CLASS GUIDES

THE ORIGINAL AFRICAN EXPLORERS

POWERED BY TOURVEST DESTINATION MANAGEMENT

TOURING AFRICA WITH

The Best

Decades on the road have shaped us into true experts, with the network, know-how and on-the-ground expertise to master travelling across the continent. But adventure isn’t just for thrill-seekers.

Our guided tours are designed to let you experience Africa. From rugged expeditions deep into the wild to immersive cultural experiences and authentic escapes, each journey is crafted for those who seek an unforgettable African experience.

EXPLORE OUR

Destinations

Choose your own adventure and immerse yourself in the exhilarating wonders of Africa, exploring its most iconic regions firsthand.

Angola

Angola is a diverse and largely untouched destination offering dramatic scenery, rich cultural heritage, and warm hospitality.

Uganda

Uganda offers a unique diversity of wildlife, natural beauty, and friendly inhabitants that all combine to make this country one of Africa’s hidden gems.

Tanzania

Boasting an enduring charm and a supreme natural splendor, Tanzania is home to the snow-crowned summit of Africa's highest mountain peak.

Kenya

This mighty country provides the perfect African safari experience and is where The Great Migration takes place.

Zimbabwe

Discover the raw power of Victoria Falls and the world’s largest man-made reservoir.

Namibia

With its expansive and rugged terrain, Namibia captivates visitors with the charm of Africa in its purest form.

South Africa

Often referred to as “A World in One Country”, South Africa proudly boasts a multitude of fascinating ecosystems.

Eswatini

Formerly known as Swaziland, this small country borders South Africa and Mozambique.

Takalani's Long experience and deep knowledge increased the value of the trip immeasurably. Thank you, drifters, for accommodating our 2-person group.

Matthew Leater

9 Day Garden Route, Karoo and Add Thatcher Wonders Traveller

Rating: 5 Stars

The activity's we had were great, I learned so much about the nature and culture of Africa, thank you for all the good memories.

Veleria Burkhart

13 Day Uganda Pioneer

Rating: 5 Stars

"Very happy with the tour and the professionalism of our guide Wyatt, thank you for making our 50th wedding anniversary."

Christine Rowe

6 Day Cape Kaleidoscope Traveller

Rating: 5 Stars

"The trip was amazing! We saw a lot of different animals, including the big 5. the guides were very professional and organized."

Marcia Almeida

6 Day Safari Guide Experience Explorer

Rating: 5 Stars

This was indeed a great trip, this is thanks to the well-constructed itinerary and the level of professionalism displayed by the guides

Joao Alves

6 Day Safari Guide Experience Explorer

Rating: 5 Stars

Thank you so much for this amazing time and hosting me for my first excursion in South Africa. all in all the tour was beyond my expectation.

Magdelana Sommer

13 Day Best of South Africa Traveller

Rating: 5 Stars

I really enjoyed the tour from start to finish, I am really grateful for the amazing time and unique experience our guides gave us

Anite Sharpe

13 Day Best of South Africa Traveller

Rating: 5 Stars

As a vegetarian I received special meals and they were delicious. We saw so many different types of animals and our guide did a great job explaining the different types of animals to us.

Anet Lipowski

13 Day Kenya & Tanzania Explorer

Rating: 5 Stars

The trip has been amazing, I've never felt more welcome in a group, and I would definitely recommend this tour to others.

Justine Sawat

13 Day Kenya & Tanzania Explorer

Rating: 5 Stars

"One of the highlights of my tour was exploring the dunes in Sossusvlei. Thank you, Chris, and Hofni for making my first experience memorable."

Celeste Dougherty

11 Day Namibia Explorer

Rating: 5 Stars

Both guides are great, nice and friendly. I enjoyed the dinners they made, thank you very much for this amazing trip.

Ching Pao

11 Day Namibia Explorer

Rating: 5 Stars

"Really impressed with both guides, they were well informed about wildlife and landscape. I would highly recommend using drifters again because of these 2 guides."

Stephen Moore

11 Day Namibia Pioneer

Rating: 5 Stars

"The variety and quality of the food was impressive. There are some long drives involved on the trip, but the guides insured that there were plenty of stops to use facilities, stretches and refill on liquids."

Teressa Moore

11 Day Namibia Explorer

Rating: 5 Stars

"The campsites were all perfect—each with their own charm and all very clean. As nature travellers, we wondered about the comfort of the truck camp heads, but everything was great and there was lots of leg room and comfortable seats. We loved our trip and will always remember it as very special. Well done Drifters, thank you Duncan and Bheki."

Wright Fiona (Ireland)

24 Day Cape Town to Johannesburg via Victoria Falls Pioneer

Rating: 5 Stars

"Our guides, Duncan and Bheki, did an amazing job. They are both top-notch and make a great team."

Chris Kasper (USA

24 Day Cape Town to Johannesburg via Victoria Falls Pioneer

Rating: 5 Stars

"This tour exceeded all my expectations. I booked it immediately after seeing the itinerary, and it turned out to be the best decision I could have made. Our guides demonstrated exceptional professionalism — always punctual, driving with great care even during heavy 'cats and dogs' rain, and consistently checking the quality of the food we were served throughout the trip."

Laila Abdullina (Russia)

18 Day South Africa Eco Explorer

Rating: 5 Stars

"All the hikes, and different landscapes, especially the ones located in Bush Lodge and Greenfire Lodge. Even the loud and bumpy ride in the truck, I will miss it."

Manou Hoch (Germany)

18 Day South Africa Eco Explorer

Rating: 5 Stars

"Amazing guides and program, Thank you so much."

Josefine & Christofer (Switzerland)

5 Day Wild and Scenic Kruger Traveller

Rating: 5 Stars

The guides are so funny, knowledgeable, and full of great insights about Namibia’s history. They answered all our questions, were open-minded, and always had great plans. The group dynamic was fantastic. Nobody was left out, and we all felt inspired. Thank you!

Evelyn Polzer

11 Day Namibia Pioneer

Rating: 5 Stars

I traveled with Drifters to Botswana in 1999, and it was a fantastic trip. I was happy to book with you again—this time, I brought my wife, and she loved it just as much as I did.

Chris Ezzo

16 Day Botswana Explorer

Rating: 5 Stars

Chris and Hofni were excellent guides—knowledgeable, personable, and full of great stories. I would request them again for a different tour. This trip was a once-in-a-lifetime experience for me, and our guides made it perfect.

Patti Ezzo

11 Day Namibia Explorer

Rating: 5 Stars

We had an unforgettable tour! The lodges were all fantastic with very nice, friendly people. We saw so much on the game drives, thanks to the game driver/guide Mac! Because of all these people and the nature, Drifters and Botswana have taken a big place in our hearts!

Jan and Jannie, Netherlands

16 Day Botswana Pioneer

Rating: 5 Stars