Off-the-Beaten-Track Safaris & Hidden Treasures

Trade busy safari circuits for vast landscapes, remote camps and the rare luxury of silence. These are Africa's hidden wilderness areas, where solitude is every bit as memorable as the wildlife.

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Why Choose an Off-the-Beaten-Track Safari?

Nyika-Plateau-Malawi-Safari-roan-sunsetThe remote, wilderness areas of Africa have a devoted, but by no means universal, following. You may need to conduct a little personal self-analysis to discover if a spell away from the trappings of civilization is really for you.

If the confines of a commuter train journey make your heart sing, then read no further! If your idea of heaven is the familiar press of humanity as you hurriedly weave through the shopping centre to the car park. Then save those frequent-flier miles for a New York shopping break. It isn't a question of comfort. You can sleep and eat in luxury and considerable style in some of these remote off-the-beaten-track safaris in Africa. It’s more about whether you’ll be relaxed and spiritually reinvigorated by a spell in a place untrammeled by man. Or left feeling restless?

Many off-the-beaten-track safari destinations are technically deserts, which is not what we might imagine. However they support plenty of vegetation and a diversity of wildlife. But don’t expect this to be a thrill-a-minute experience. These wilderness areas have a much more subtle, and lasting, charm.

So don't rush the experience. Allow at least 3 nights, preferably longer, so that you can soak up its unique atmosphere of these off-the-beaten-track safaris.

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Off-the-beaten-track safari destinations - Mana Pools

Though we pride ourselves on having several sample safaris which head to remote areas of Africa, there is naturally less of a demand. So most of our off the beaten track safaris are tailor-made to suit you, and not necessarily always on this website.

WhetherΒ you'reΒ dreaming of the remote Skeleton Coast in Namibia, community conservancies in northern Namibia, or hidden corners of Limpopo and the Greater Kruger, our Africa specialists can design a journey that ventures well beyond the obvious.Β 

Looking for a safariΒ that'sΒ a little different?Β We'llΒ help you discover Africa's hidden wilderness areas and design a journey around your interests. Talk to us!

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Frequently asked questions

These safaris focus on remote wilderness areas, smallerΒ campsΒ and lesser-known destinations where the emphasis is on solitude,Β sceneryΒ and immersive wildlife experiences rather than visitor numbers.

Not at all. Many of Africa’s most exclusive safari lodgesΒ are located inΒ remote areas, combining exceptional comfort with remarkable wilderness.

They’reΒ ideal for repeat safari travellers, photographers,Β couplesΒ and anyone looking to escape the crowds and experience a quieter side of Africa.

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