Experience Africa's Finest
Bespoke Luxury Safaris
Your ultimate african adventure
Welcome to Africa
Icon Expeditions specialises in luxury, tailor-made travel to Southern and Eastern Africa. With a passionate team of Travel Experts at the helm, carrying a wealth of first-hand destination and product knowledge, your African holiday of a lifetime starts here.
Regardless of your requirements, time constraints, travel style or budget, Icon Expeditions will provide a comprehensive travel service that covers every detail from start to finish - including commercial and charter flights, car hire, accommodation, tours, transfers and day trips.
Based in Cape Town, we have unrivalled local knowledge and will be with you every step of the way, giving you complete peace of mind throughout your African travels.
Why Book with us?
African Experts
Based in Cape Town, our Travel Experts have first-hand, lived-in knowledge and won't recommend anywhere they haven't been to themselves. As such, this wealth of experience ensures we take care of every detail.
Personalised Service
Your dedicated Travel Expert will be on hand every step of the way. They will answer your questions and plan your trip down to the very last detail, ensuring your time is optimised and your budget best spent.
Financial Protection
We are the only African tour operator to provide complimentary financial protection. We respect your travel investment and want to make sure that you are protected when booking your holiday.
Adventure Awaits
UNIQUE AFRICAN EXPERIENCES
Mokoro ride on the Delta
The Okavango Delta is one of the most fantastic wilderness destinations in the world, where you will enjoy a safari experience second to none.
Explore Cape Town's Wonders
Cape Town is one of the most interesting, diverse and vibrant cities in the world, you can explore the cosmopolitan city centre, Robben Island or take a cable car up Table Mountain.
Gorilla Trekking Adventures
Gorilla or Chimpanzee Tracking in Rwanda and Uganda (as well as the Mahale Mountains in Tanzania for chimps) is a life-changing event, and certainly not an experience to be missed.
Witness The Great Migration
A luxury safari holiday to East Africa to see the Great Migration up close and personal must surely be on every traveller's bucket list.
Luxury African Train Journeys
Take a journey on The Rovos Rail or The Blue Train where you will experience the finest of service and most luxurious accommodation imaginable—a quintessential African rail journey.
See the big 5 on a luxury safari
Africa doesn't get more definitively life-changing than this. Experience the wild up close in a safe and luxurious setting, with the help and guidance of experienced safari guides.
Top Destinations in Africa
Southern and Eastern Africa
From the Serengeti's vast plains to the Okavango Delta's wetlands, these regions provide exclusive safari experiences with world-class lodges, private game drives, and personalized service. Whether marveling at Victoria Falls or relaxing on Zanzibar's pristine beaches, these destinations blend adventure with indulgence, making them ideal for a luxury African escape.
Top Destinations in Africa
Southern and Eastern Africa
From the Serengeti's vast plains to the Okavango Delta's wetlands, these regions provide exclusive safari experiences with world-class lodges, private game drives, and personalized service. Whether marveling at Victoria Falls or relaxing on Zanzibar's pristine beaches, these destinations blend adventure with indulgence, making them ideal for a luxury African escape.
BOTSWANA
Botswana has it all – unrivaled wildlife, friendly people and breathtaking, unspoiled landscapes!
CAPE TOWN
A little piece of Europe at the tip of Africa, it's no surprise that Cape Town was chosen by Jan Van Riebeck as the ideal replenishing station for trading ships.
GARDEN ROUTE
The Garden Route is known for the spectacular stretch of coast between Mossel Bay and Port Elizabeth including pristine beaches, glistening seas.
INDIAN OCEAN ISLANDS
The Indian Ocean is the third largest body of water in the world and nestled in its warm waters are a number of spectacular tropical islands.
KENYA
Kenya offers Africa's most traditional safari experience with open plains and an amazing array of wildlife.
KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
The Kruger National Park is the wild heart of Africa's Big Game Country. Rugged, exhilarating and breathtaking.
MADAGASCAR
An utterly unique island, Madagascar is like nowhere else on earth! Circled by breathtaking beaches.
MOZAMBIQUE
A simply stunning destination, Mozambique is one of southern Africa's best-kept secrets. White sand beaches and azure Indian Ocean combine.
NAMIBIA
Namibia is quite simply unique. Few can claim such limitless horizons and huge untamed wilderness areas.
OKAVANGO DELTA
The Okavango Delta has something to offer all travellers. Cruise down the web of rivers in a dugout canoe.
SOUTH AFRICA
South Africa is a country of breathtaking diversity – from the people who speak eleven different national languages.
TANZANIA
The gem of East Africa, Tanzania offers world-class game viewing in the Serengeti and other national parks.
VICTORIA FALLS
Victoria Falls is a spectacular waterfall and one of the seven Natural Wonders of the World.
ZAMBIA
A country of contrasts and charm, Zambia offers a unique African experience.
ZANZIBAR
Zanzibar Island – Unguja to the locals – is a dream destination. Zanzibar is renowned for its beauty and beaches.
What our guests are saying
We had a fantastic trip to South Africa and Zambia. The lodges were wonderful. Our transfers were flawless and the Charters were impeccable.
Gerardeo
We had an incredible trip to South Africa. From the hotels to the seamless transfers, everything was top-notch. They were always quick to answer questions.
Matthew G
We just returned from our first time to South Africa. We highly recommend Icon Expeditions for anyone looking for an incredible adventure without the stress.
Joan K
Justine was a fount of information, was very engaged, and gave us several options to choose from. Our trip to Vic Falls, Cape Town, and Kruger went flawlessly!
Satisha R
Accommodations, lodges, and experiences were spot on! Logistics went off without a hitch. Everything was seamless and made for an exceptional experience.
Barbara N
We are an elite team
OUR EXPERTS
Our team of over 20 travel consultants have a wealth of first-hand destination and product knowledge.
We know the places that we recommend backwards and we are locals – based in sunny Cape Town. We'll be with you every step of the way, from when you first drop an enquiry until you are safely back home with a lifetime of fantastic memories.
So drop us an enquiry today and let us plan a tailor-made itinerary of a lifetime for you!
Our partners
Africa is about who you know
We have partnered with the best in Africa to ensure your dream trip is in safe hands.
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- Ellerman House|
- Wilderness|
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- Tswalu|
- Singita|
- Chitwa Chitwa|
- Lions Sands|
- Camissa House|
- Silvan Safari
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