As you begin to consider traveling outside of the United States, start thinking about an experience that only six percent of Americans have had - the African savanna. With the southern hemisphere’s winter months fast approaching, June-August is an ideal time to travel south of the equator for cooler weather and frequent animal activity. Prior to the pandemic, Africa was the second-fastest grounding region in the world for tourism. Countries like Mauritius, South Africa, Seychelles, Zimbabwe, and Morocco rank high on tourists’ list of locations to see.

This month we sat down with Jennifer Ryan from BTC Safaris and learned all about the possibilities Africa has to offer families and couples who are looking for an unforgettable luxury vacation. “Africa has so much to offer, from photographic safaris, big game hunts, world-class fishing to visiting Victoria Falls, one of the seven natural wonders of the world, it really has something for everyone.” While BTC Safaris can plan any type of African vacation of your desire, traveling to the savanna for safari is their specialty. It is often compared to transporting back in time. Guests are completely undisturbed from cell towers and city lights, and camp provides them with a true farm-to-table experience of a five-course cuisine every night with fresh local vegetables and kudu steaks. You sleep under the stars in elevated yurts and often wake up to visiting giraffes, elephants or antelope. 

Your morning will start with a three-course breakfast made by camp guides, followed by your choice of daily activity which may include walking with the lions, fishing for the Zambezi tiger fish, hunting large game, bird shooting, or riding along for a photographic safari. For the fervent outdoorsman or woman, BTC Safaris recommends spending at least 4 days at camp to experience all activities the plains offer. While you may feel apprehensive about safety, BTC Safaris partners with local guides who have decades of experience on the land. 

While Zimbabwe is a sportsman’s paradise, BTC Safaris can plan your entire exploration of the African continent. Jennifer can help you select the most exhilarating activities based on your interests for your vacation to Africa and provides you with the most helpful advice on what to pack and expect for your trip. From booking to return, BTC Safari will provide you with five-star accommodations and support so you feel relaxed, rejuvenated, and completely in awe of Africa.

BTC Safaris was founded in 2006 in Thomasville, Georgia by Marty Wood to completely transform the safari experience from rugged to luxury.