Chuini Zanzibar Beach Lodge oceanfront luxury resort in Zanzibar, Tanzania
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The Best Luxury Tropical Islands and Wildlife Adventures in East and Southern Africa (2026–2027)

Welcome to the ultimate two-in-one adventure, where roaring lions meet crashing ocean waves in one unforgettable journey. Our 2026 luxury oceanfront and safari vacations are curated for travelers seeking wild wonder, turquoise horizons, and soul-stirring experiences across the most iconic African destinations including Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique, South Africa, Seychelles, Mauritius, and Zanzibar.

Why Coastal Escape And African Bush Safaris Are a Life-Changing Adventure for Mind, Body and Soul

A safari takes you deep into nature’s wild theatre the hunt, the dust, the drama, the silence.
A coastal escape surrounds you with warm breezes, salty air, and slow-motion luxury.
Together, they create a powerful journey of transformation.

  • Mind — Reset in remote wilderness, far from screens and crowds
  • Body — Move, explore, swim, hike, dive, breathe
  • Soul — Connect with wildlife, culture, sunsets, night skies

This is not a normal holiday, it’s a reset button disguised as adventure.

Why an African Luxury Oceanfront and Safari Vacation Is the Best Holiday Choice for 2026

2026 is shaping into a golden travel year, new lodges, upgraded coastal routes, and exclusive early-bird luxury deals. A combined oceanfront and safari trip means:

  • Two epic destinations — one seamless journey

  • Adventure + downtime = perfect balance

  • Luxury lodges and private villas in remote, wild settings

  • Bucket-list moments every single day

You don’t just visit nature — you live inside it.

When Is the Best Time for an Indian Oceanfront and Big5 Holiday in Africa?

  • Short answer: June–October for peak safari & year-round for tropical islands.
  • Seychelles, Mauritius & Zanzibar are excellent Jan–Dec, with small variations..

Top Luxury Beach and African Safari Destinations to Combine in 2026

East Africa

  • Kenya: Masai Mara + Diani Beach or Lamu Island
  • Tanzania: Serengeti or Ngorongoro + Zanzibar, Pemba, or Mafia Island
  • Uganda or Rwanda Add-On: Gorilla trekking + Tropical island extension

Southern Africa

  • South Africa: Kruger National Park + Cape Town + Indian Ocean coastline
  • Mozambique: Bazaruto Archipelago or Quirimbas Archipelago
  • Botswana + Mauritius / Seychelles: Okavango Delta + Island paradise
  • Namibia: Sossusvlei / Skeleton Coast + Swakopmund or Atlantic beachfront lodges

9-Day South Africa's Kruger and Mozambique's Bazaruto Archipelago

Traditional wooden dhow sailing along the turquoise waters of Benguerra Island at Azura Benguerra Resort, Mozambique.
  • $ 13,110 – $ 14,440 (USD) pp Sharing 
  • Please treat all pricing as a guide only:

    All rates are subject to availability and may change without notice.


  • Destinations : South Africa & Mozambique ♥ Shared Tour  ♥  Luxury
  • Safari Trip :
    • OR Tambo Johannesburg, South Africa (start)
    • Vilanculos Airport and flight back to  OR Tambo Johannesburg (end)
    • Helicopter transfer to and from Azura Benguerra
  • Accommodation :
    • Sabi Sabi Little Bush Riverfront Camp
    • Azura Benguerra Beach Villas
  • Perfect for :
    • Wildlife and Tropical  Adventure
    • Small Groups
    • Nature Enthusiasts
    • Beach Lovers
    • A Family-Friendly
  • Tour Highlights :
    • Expert Guided Walk On Private Sabi Sands- Kruger
    • Dhow cruise
    • Deep sea fishing
    • Snorkelling
    • Cultural visits

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Luxury South Africa adventure from Cape Town to the Kruger bush.

8 Day-Azura-Benguerra Island and Marine in Mozambique

Luxury beachfront villa at Azura Benguerra overlooking white sand and turquoise ocean on Benguerra Island, Mozambique.

A Stunning Mozambique Beach Destination

  • $ 5,720 (USD) pp Sharing 
  • The rate is for the complete package, per person.
  • Rates are starting prices per person, per night sharing.
    We book at the same price as going direct. Please enquire for the latest pricing.

  • Destination : Azura-benguerra, Mozambique   ♥  Shared Tour  ♥  Luxury
  • Safari Trip :
    • Vilankulo / Vilanculos International Airport (VNX) (start) 
    • Vilankulo / Vilanculos International Airport (VNX)(end)
  • Accommodation :
    • 5-star Luxury beachfront villas

  • Perfect for :
    • Honeymooners
    • First-Time Beach Goers
    • The Hideaway Safari
    • Photographic Safari
    • Romantic Couples
    • Small Groups
    • Family-Friendly 
    • Solo Traveller’s  
  • Tour Highlights :
    • Snorkeling and Diving
    • Horse-riding activities
    • Dhow-boat cruises
    • Beach picnics
    • Private dining
    • Dugong sightings
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12 Day-Kenya's Maasai Mara-Seychelles Islands

  • $ 8,880 – $ 11,490 (USD) pp Sharing 
  • Please treat all pricing as a guide only:

    All rates are subject to availability and may change without notice.


  • Destinations : Kenya & Seychelle’s Tropical Paradise ♥ Shared Tour  ♥  Luxury
  • Safari Trip :
    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA / NBO) (start)
    • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport(JKIA / NBO) (end)
  • Accommodation :
    • Ololo Safari Riverfront Lodge near Nairobi National Park
    • Tree-Top Villas,  Mahe’s Islands in Seychelles 
    • Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp
  • Perfect for :
    • Wildlife and Tropical  Adventure
    • Small Groups
    • Nature Enthusiasts
    • Beach Lovers
    • A Family-Friendly
    • Bird watching
  • Tour Highlights :
    • Expert Guided Walk On Private Maasai Mara
    • Dhow boat cruise
    • Deep sea fishing
    • Snorkelling
    • Helicopter flights

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8 Day Luxe Getaway From Sabi Sabi to Mauritius

Le Jadis Resort in Mauritius

  • $ 11,570 – $ 12,470  (USD) pp Sharing 
  • The rate is for the complete package, per person.
  • Rates are starting prices per person, per night sharing.
    We book at the same price as going direct. Please enquire for the latest pricing.

  • Destinations : South Africa &  Mauritius   ♥  Shared Tour  ♥  Luxury
  • Safari Trip :
    • OR Tambo International Airport (start) 
    • Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (end)
  • Accommodation :
    • 5-star Luxury Sabi Sabi Earth Lodge in Sabi Sand Game Reserve, South Africa

    • 5-star Luxury Le Jadis Beach Resort & Wellness in Mauritius
  • Perfect for :
    • Honeymooners
    • First-Time Beach Goers
    • Secluded beachfront
    • Safari and Beach lovers
    • Romantic Couples
    • Small Groups
    • Family-Friendly 
    • Solo Traveller’s  
  • Tour Highlights :
    • Game drives
    • Africa’s Big Five
    • Explore water sports
    • Beach picnics
    • Private dining
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12 Day- Romantic Cape Town-Kruger-Mozambique

Luxury pool view at Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort’s Clube Naval overlooking the Indian Ocean.
  • $ 12,150 – $ 15,380 (USD) pp Sharing 
  • Please treat all pricing as a guide only:

    All rates are subject to availability and may change without notice.


  • Destinations : South Africa & Mozambique ♥ Shared Tour  ♥  Luxury
  • Safari Trip :
    • Cape Town International Airport , South Africa  (start)
    • OR Tambo International Airport, South Africa (end)
  • Accommodation :
    • Queen Victoria Hotel, Waterfront, Cape Town
    • Lion Sands Narina Lodge in Kruger National
    •  Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort & Spa, Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique
  • Perfect for :
    • Wildlife and Tropical Island Adventure
    • Small Groups
    • Romantic couples
    • Nature Enthusiasts
    • Beach Lovers
    • A Family-Friendly
    • Bird watching
  • Tour Highlights :
    • Expert Guided Walk On Private Kruger National Park
    • Dhow boat cruise
    • Beach Activities
    • Snorkelling
    • Local village Visits
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7 Day-Big5 Sanbona Safari and Lux Mauritius-Beach Escape

Guest snorkelling in the clear lagoon at LUX* Grand Gaube, Mauritius, surrounded by tropical marine life.

LUX* Grand Gaube, a luxurious beachfront resort

  • $ 4,810  (USD) pp Sharing 
  • The rate is for the complete package, all accommodation , meals,  per person.
  • Rates are starting prices per person, per night sharing.
    We book at the same price as going direct. Please enquire for the latest pricing.

  • Destinations : South Africa &  Mauritius   ♥  Shared Tour  ♥  Luxury
  • Safari Trip :
    • Cape Town International Airport (start) 
    • Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (end)
  • Accommodation :
    • 5-star Luxury Sanbona Dwyka Tented Camp in Montagu, South Africa
    • 5-star LUX* Grande Gaube in Mauritius 
  • Perfect for :
    • Honeymooners
    • First-Time Beach Goers
    • Secluded beachfront
    • Safari and Beach lovers
    • Romantic Couples
    • Small Groups
    • Family-Friendly 
    • Solo Traveller’s  
  • Tour Highlights :
    • Exclusive Game drives
    • Africa’s Big Five
    • Explore Beach Activities- Snorkelling
    • Beach picnics
    • Private dining
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12 Day- Remote Laikipia -Amboseli -Island Adventure

The Sands at Chale Beach — Kenya’s only single-resort private island with white-sand beaches, turquoise water, and luxury beachfront villas.
  • $ 5,880 – $ 8,460 (USD) pp Sharing 
  • Please treat all pricing as a guide only:

    All rates are subject to availability and may change without notice.


  • Destination : Kenya & Island Adventure ♥ Shared Tour  ♥  Luxury
  • Safari Trip :
    • Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (start)
    • Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (end)
  • Accommodation :
    • Four Points By Sheraton Hotel
    • Amboseli National Park Porini Camp
    • Porini Rhino Safari Tented  Camp Ol Pejeta
    • Chale Island Resort, South Coast, Kenya.
  • Perfect for :
    • Wildlife and Tropical Island Signature escape
    • Privacy and Romance
    • Nature Enthusiasts & Beach Lovers
    • A Family-Friendly
  • Tour Highlights :
    • Expert Guided Walk On Private Amboseli National Park
    • Day trips to view majestic Mt Kilimanjaro

    • Dhow boat cruise- Beach Activities
    • Snorkelling
    • Ol Pejeta Conservancy
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7 Day Luxury Beach Safari From Mombasa to Zanzibar

Poolside at Serena Beach Resort & Spa in Mombasa, featuring palm-lined gardens, turquoise swimming pool, and coastal Swahili architecture.

Beach to beach — discover East Africa’s hidden gems

  • $ 4,537  (USD) pp Sharing 
  • The rate is for the complete package, all accommodation , meals,  per person.
  • Rates are starting prices per person, per night sharing.
    We book at the same price as going direct. Please enquire for the latest pricing.

  • Destination : Kenya & Zanzibar Tailored Experience   ♥  Shared Tour  ♥  Luxury
  • Safari Trip :
    • Mombasa Airport (MBA) in Kenya (start) 
    • Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) (end)
  • Accommodation :
    • 5-star Luxury Resort & Spa in Mombasa
    • 5-star Luxury Royal Zanzibar Beach Resort in Zanzibar  
  • Perfect for :
    • First-Time Beach Goers
    • Secluded beachfront
    • Safari and Beach lovers
    • Small Groups
    • Family-Friendly 
    • Solo Traveller’s  
  • Tour Highlights :
    • Rejuvenating spa treatment
    • Explore Beach Activities- Snorkelling
    • Beach picnics
    • Private dining
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10 Day-Family Mauritius-Kruger

Aerial photo of Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa in Mauritius, featuring the beach, turquoise lagoon, and lush tropical gardens.
  • $6,730 – $9,660 (USD) pp Sharing 
  • Please treat all pricing as a guide only:

    All rates are subject to availability and may change without notice.


  • Destinations : South Africa & Mauritius ♥ Shared Tour  ♥  Luxury
  • Safari Trip :
    • OR Tambo International Airport, South Africa (start)
    • OR Tambo International Airport, South Africa (end)
  • Accommodation :
    • Private Thornybush Game Lodge in Kruger National Park 
    • The Peech Hotel in  Melrose, Johannesburg
    • Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa, South Coast, Mauritius
  • Perfect for :
    • Wildlife and Tropical Island Adventure
    • Solo Travellers
    • Romantic couples
    • Nature Enthusiasts
    • First-Time Beach Goers
    • Beach Lovers
    • A Family-Friendly
  • Tour Highlights :
    • Expert Guided Walk On Private Kruger National Park
    • Dhow boat cruise
    • Beach Water Activities
    • Snorkelling
    • Animal Tracking
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9 Day-RockFig South Africa and-Santorini Mozambique safari

Santorini-style swimming pool with ocean views and traditional white-and-blue Greek architecture.

 Elegance of Beachside Greek Architecture

  • $8,362  (USD) pp Sharing 
  • The rate is for the complete package, all accommodation , meals,  per person.
  • Rates are starting prices per person, per night sharing.
    We book at the same price as going direct. Please enquire for the latest pricing.

  • Destinations : South Africa &  Santorini, Mozambique ♥  Shared Tour  ♥  Luxury
  • Safari Trip :
    • OR Tambo International Airport, South Africa (start) 
    • OR Tambo International Airport, South Africa (end)
  • Accommodation :
    • 5-star Luxury RockFig Safari Lodge, Timbavati, Kruger National Park
    • 5-star Luxury Santorini Suite, Santorini Mozambique
  • Perfect for :
    • Honeymooners
    • First-Time Beach Goers
    • Secluded beachfront
    • Safari and Beach lovers
    • Romantic Couples
    • Small Groups
    • Family-Friendly 
    • Solo Traveller’s  
  • Tour Highlights :
    • Exclusive Game drives
    • Africa’s Big Five
    • Explore Beach Activities- Snorkelling
    • unique horseback riding adventure 
    • Private dining
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10-Day Good Value Migration & Beach

Pongwe Beach Hotel beachfront with white sand and turquoise water in Zanzibar
  • From $7,300 (USD) pp Sharing 
  • Please treat all pricing as a guide only:

    All rates are subject to availability and may change without notice.


  • Destinations : Tanzania & Zanzibar  ♥ Shared Tour  ♥  Luxury
  • Safari Trip :
    • Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ), Zanzibar, Tanzania (start)
    • Arusha Airport (ARK),Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania (end)
  • Accommodation :
    • Zanzibar’s best beach, Pongwe Beach-Hotel
    • Kitela Lodge, Tanzania’s Ngorongoro Highlands
    • Rivertrees Country Inn looks out towards Africa’s highest mountain, Kilimanjaro
    • Luxurious Ubuntu Migration Camp in Serengeti National Park
  • Perfect for :
    • Wildlife and Tropical  Adventure
    • Small Groups
    • Nature Enthusiasts
    • Beach Lovers
    • A Family-Friendly
  • Tour Highlights :
    • Expert Guided Walk On Private Serengeti
    • Watch Migration from a mobile Camp in Serengeti
    • Canoeing
    • Snorkelling
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8 Day Victoria-Falls-and-Mauritius-Combo

Combination of Safari And Beach Destination Guaranteed

  • $ 5,454 – $ 5,800 (USD) pp Sharing 
  • The rate is for the complete package, per person.
  • Rates are starting prices per person, per night sharing.
    We book at the same price as going direct. Please enquire for the latest pricing.

  • Destinations : Zimbabwe  &  Mauritius   ♥  Shared Tour  ♥  Luxury
  • Safari Trip :
    • OR Tambo Johannesburg, South Africa (start) 
    • Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, Mauritius (end)
  • Accommodation :
    • Victoria Falls Safari Lodge
    • Southern Sun OR Tambo Hotel
    • 5-star Luxury beachfront Constance Sakoa Boutik

  • Perfect for :
    • Honeymooners
    • First-Time Beach Goers
    • Safari and Beach lovers
    • Photographic Safari
    • Romantic Couples
    • Small Groups
    • Family-Friendly 
    • Solo Traveller’s  
  • Tour Highlights :
    • Sunset Cruise,
    • beach picnics
    • private dining
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