Find Your Wild (But Make It Luxurious)
A luxury safari isn’t just a trip — it’s a once-in-a-lifetime story you’ll be telling forever. But with so many dazzling options across Africa, choosing the right safari can feel a little like trying to pick your favorite sunset — they’re all incredible, but one will match your soul just right.
At Edge of Wonder Travels Unlimited, we curate bespoke safari journeys tailored to your style, pace, and wildest dreams (pun very much intended).
What’s Your Safari Style?
The Classic Romantic: Timeless Tented Camps
Picture lantern-lit canvas tents, vintage leather trunks, and roaring campfires under endless stars. If you dream of “Out of Africa” elegance, you’ll love classic luxury tented camps in Kenya’s Masai Mara or Tanzania’s Serengeti.
Insider Tip: Book a mobile camp during the Great Migration for front-row seats to one of nature’s greatest spectacles.
The Modern Explorer: Ultra-Luxe Lodges
If you love a private plunge pool, a sommelier on call, and Wi-Fi that actually works in the bush, look to ultra-luxury lodges like Singita or &Beyond. South Africa’s Sabi Sands and Botswana’s Okavango Delta lead the way.
Insider Tip: Choose lodges with private guides and vehicles for completely customizable days — no schedule but your own.
The Adventure Seeker: Walking and Fly-In Safaris
Craving a little adrenaline with your luxury? Zambia and Zimbabwe offer walking safaris led by expert naturalists, while Botswana’s fly-in safaris whisk you between remote camps in tiny planes with jaw-dropping views.
Insider Tip: Walking safaris are best during the dry season (June-October) when wildlife sightings soar and paths are easy to navigate.
The Culture Lover: Community-Integrated Experiences
Go beyond game drives with safaris that immerse you in local cultures. Visit Maasai villages in Kenya, join a conservation project in Rwanda, or learn ancient bush skills from San trackers in Botswana.
Insider Tip: Opt for lodges that actively support nearby communities — it enriches your experience and makes a real impact.
The Ultimate Indulger: Private Conservancies
Prefer your lions without the crowds? Private conservancies offer exclusive safari experiences with fewer vehicles, more freedom (think night drives and off-roading), and jaw-dropping luxury.
Insider Tip: We can arrange a full buyout of a private villa or camp for the ultimate “it’s all yours” experience.
Questions to Ask Before Booking
- What’s my priority: Big Five sightings, scenery, solitude, culture, or all of the above?
- How many nights do I want to stay in each location?
- How comfortable am I with small planes and remote travel?
- Am I dreaming of one country, or a multi-country adventure?
- What’s my vibe: Rustic romance, sleek modern luxury, or wild and adventurous?
Why Work With Us for Your Luxury Safari?
At Edge of Wonder Travels Unlimited, we don’t believe in “one-size-fits-all” safaris. We work with handpicked partners across Africa to create custom journeys, whether you’re chasing the Great Migration, gorilla trekking, or sipping sundowners over the Okavango Delta.
