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Jewel of Africa Safaris is a family owned, South African, luxury tour operator offering you effortless access to personalized, tailor-made safaris in Southern and East Africa.

Latest Safaris & Tours
Experience a once-in-a-lifetime completely immersive private trekking boat safari in the Okavango Delta, which will get you close to both the water and wildlife of this magical wilderness region.
9 Days 8 Nights
Your first-choice Botswana photographic safari offers unrivalled photographic experiences in three of the must-visit destinations, Chobe, Okavango Delta and Central Kalahari.
11 Days 10 nights
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Best African Safari Destinations

Birding Safaris

Come to Africa on a specialized birding safari and see some of the 2 300 bird species found on the continent. Travel to some of the top birding destinations in Africa to tick off those lifers.

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African Birding Safari Experiences

Africa is rich in birding opportunities for beginners and professionals alike. Visit some of the most prolific birdlife areas in Africa and add some rare species to your list. Combine birding with other land- and water-based safari activities to create a memorable safari experience.

Africa’s 2300 Unique Bird Species

Africa has a rich diversity of birds, but certain African countries are particularly known for their endemic species. The variety of habitat types, geography and climate on the continent create exciting birding possibilities.

Unique Bird Diversity in Every Country

In South Africa it is relatively easy to travel from one region to the next to view a variety of birds, with the coastline, fynbos, savannah and grasslands all hosting different species. The largest flightless bird, the ostrich is found here. Botswana is renowned for the endemic slaty Eegret and Pel’s fishing owl, and Zimbabwe plays host to migrant colonies of the colourful carmine bee-eaters in summer. Uganda is becoming known as one of the best birding destinations in Africa, with more than 10% of the world’s birds residing here.

Exceptional African Bird Guides

A birding safari needs the expert guidance of a local, experienced bird guide who knows their country and birding regions well. Your guide can recommend the areas to visit and also advise you on which species can be found where. A bird guide is a fantastic companion to have on safari, it is unbelievable what these experts can show you.

Top African Birding Safaris

These are Jewel of Africa’s top picks for a birding safari. But, if you don’t find exactly what you are looking for, we can tailor a unique personal safari itinerary.

Ultimate Bush & Beach Safari

$4915 / per person
This safari combines a luxury bush safari in a private conservation area in the Kruger Park with a luxury beach…
7 Days 6 Nights

Highlights of Botswana Safari

$8565 / per person
We offer you a luxury, all-inclusive Africa safari to three of the top destinations in Botswana, the Chobe National Park,…
10 Days 9 Nights
Experience some of the best destinations that South Africa has to offer during this all-in-one Big 5, city and coastal…
12 Days 11 Nights
Experience one of the best tourism offerings in Africa during this Luxury Zimbabwe safari. This safari combines three of the…
9 Days 8 Nights

Enjoy & Experience

Exceptional Birding in Africa

Come to Africa, a hotspot for birding and add some of the 2300 species to your birding life-list.

Top Reasons to Travel to Africa

Africa may be famed for its wildlife, but there are so many more reasons why the continent is rated as a 5-star safari experience.

Wildlife & Game Viewing

While sighting the Big 5 is top of most people’s safari lists, Africa will also introduce you to a fascinating variety of wildlife beyond elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard.

Scenery & Landscape

From the majestic Mosi-oa-Tunya (smoke that thunders), a waterfall so impressive it’s been named as a natural world wonder, to colourful coral reefs in the Indian Ocean, Africa offers unsurpassed natural scenery.

Cultural Experiences

Learn about the origins of humankind or visit cave paintings made by our predecessors. Africa’s rich cultural heritage adds depth to any Africa safari.

Wine & Dine

Africa’s bush lodges and hotels offers 5-star cuisine, while many of the fine wines from the Cape compete with the best in the world.

Guided Safari Tours

View wildlife from a luxury 4x4 vehicle, or get up close and personal on a walking safari. All guides are accredited professionals, dedicated to the safety and comfort of every traveller.

Photography

Hides overlooking wildlife-rich water holes as well as guides who are eager to take you off the beaten track, make Africa a photographer’s dream.