What is African Safari Group?

African Safari Group (ASG) is a luxury inbound safari travel specialist based in South Africa, founded in 2016. We plan bespoke safari experiences across Southern and East Africa for high-net-worth travellers from the UK, Europe, USA, and Australia, covering destinations including Sabi Sand, Kruger, Okavango Delta, Masai Mara, and the Serengeti.

Which safari destinations does African Safari Group cover?

African Safari Group covers all major safari destinations in Southern and East Africa, including Sabi Sand Game Reserve, Kruger National Park, Okavango Delta (Botswana), Masai Mara (Kenya), Serengeti National Park (Tanzania), Chobe National Park, Amakhala Game Reserve, and many more across South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Kenya, and Tanzania.

How does African Safari Group work?

African Safari Group provides a done-for-you safari experience. Our specialist consultants work with you from initial enquiry through to departure — advising on destinations, lodges, and timing, booking accommodation and flights, and supporting you throughout your trip. There is no obligation to book and no upfront costs for planning.

Is African Safari Group a licensed travel company?

Yes. African Safari Group is a registered inbound tour operator based in South Africa. Client holidays are protected under supplier-default insurance, ensuring bookings and payments are safeguarded in the unlikely event of a supplier becoming insolvent.

Who founded African Safari Group?

African Safari Group was founded in 2016 by Riaan Aggenbag, a South African entrepreneur and safari travel specialist. The company is co-founded and co-led with Dom Meulemans.

Africa Bush and Beach Holiday: Best Safari and Coastline Combinations

August 25, 2026

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Can You Combine Safari and Beach in Africa?

Yes — Africa offers some of the world’s most compelling safari and beach combinations. The continent’s geography uniquely positions safari wilderness adjacent to extraordinary coastlines: the Indian Ocean beaches of Mozambique, Zanzibar, Kenya’s Diani Beach, and South Africa’s Garden Route are all reachable within 1–3 hours of major safari areas. A 10–16 night Africa itinerary combining 6–8 nights of Big Five safari with 4–6 nights on a pristine Indian Ocean beach is one of the most popular and rewarding holiday structures in luxury travel.

South Africa: Safari and Cape Town

South Africa’s signature combination is private game reserve (Sabi Sands, Madikwe, or Kruger) plus Cape Town. This is not a traditional beach combination — Cape Town is a world-class city with dramatic coastal scenery, wine regions, and mountain hiking rather than a tropical beach destination. However, Cape Town consistently ranks in the world’s top 10 cities and adds extraordinary cultural and scenic value to a South Africa safari. Flight time from Johannesburg (safari gateway) to Cape Town is 2 hours. The complete South Africa itinerary: fly Johannesburg, transfer to private reserve (3–5 nights), fly Cape Town (3–4 nights). Optionally add the Garden Route drive to Plettenberg Bay beaches.

Mozambique: Southern Africa’s Best Beach Add-On

Mozambique’s Bazaruto Archipelago and Vilanculos offer world-class Indian Ocean beaches — pristine white sand, turquoise water, exceptional snorkelling and diving, and a relaxed pace far removed from the developed beach resorts of the Maldives or Seychelles. Mozambique is easily combined with South Africa’s Kruger or Sabi Sands — both connect via Johannesburg. Bazaruto Island and Anantara Bazaruto Lodge are among Southern Africa’s finest beach properties. A Sabi Sands + Bazaruto Archipelago combination is one of ASG’s most popular itineraries for high-end travellers.

Zanzibar: East Africa’s Classic Beach Destination

Zanzibar (Tanzania) is the quintessential East Africa safari and beach combination partner. After a Serengeti, Ngorongoro, or Masai Mara safari, a short flight to Zanzibar (Stone Town) deposits you on the white sand beaches of the northeast coast (Nungwi, Kendwa) within 2 hours. Zanzibar’s spice tour history, dhow sailing, UNESCO-listed Stone Town architecture, and Indian Ocean water sports add cultural depth beyond the beach. The Tanzania Northern Circuit + Zanzibar is Africa’s most popular combination safari for first-time East Africa visitors.

Kenya: Diani Beach and Lamu

Kenya’s Diani Beach (Mombasa South Coast) and the archipelago of Lamu in the north offer excellent Indian Ocean beach extensions to a Masai Mara safari. Diani is a 45-minute flight from Nairobi; Lamu requires a slightly longer connection via Manda airstrip. Both offer warm Indian Ocean water, beautiful beaches, and a Swahili coastal culture distinct from the safari savannah. Diani is the more developed beach destination with a range of resort options; Lamu is wilder, more remote, and culturally richer.

How Long Should a Safari and Beach Combination Be?

A minimum of 10 nights is recommended to do both justice: 6 nights for the safari component (enough time to see wildlife thoroughly without feeling rushed) and 4 nights for the beach (enough to decompress and enjoy the destination). Fourteen to sixteen nights allows 8 nights of safari across multiple reserves or countries and 5–6 nights of beach — this is the gold standard combination for a once-in-a-lifetime Africa holiday.

Enquire Now — we design safari and beach combinations across the full range of African destinations and will recommend the best pairing for your travel dates, interests, and budget.