A World of African Touring
Our
Touring Styles
Whether you are an adventure seeker or a comfort traveller, we offer a tour style to suit every preference.
Why
Drifters
AFRICAN FOOTPRINT WITH BOOTS ON THE GROUND
CONTRIBUTES TOWARDS PEOPLE, PLANET AND WILDLIFE
CRISES AND EMERGENCY SUPPORT
NO HIDDEN COSTS
4 DECADES OF EXPERIENCE
TRAVEL STYLE FOR EVERY TRAVELLER
CUSTOM-BUILD OVERLAND TOURING VEHICLES
BEST-IN-CLASS GUIDES
THE ORIGINAL AFRICAN EXPLORERS
POWERED BY TOURVEST DESTINATION MANAGEMENT
TOURING AFRICA WITH
The Best
Decades on the road have shaped us into true experts, with the network, know-how and on-the-ground expertise to master travelling across the continent. But adventure isn’t just for thrill-seekers.
Our guided tours are designed to let you experience Africa. From rugged expeditions deep into the wild to immersive cultural experiences and authentic escapes, each journey is crafted for those who seek an unforgettable African experience.
EXPLORE OUR
Destinations
Choose your own adventure and immerse yourself in the exhilarating wonders of Africa, exploring its most iconic regions firsthand.
Angola
Angola is a diverse and largely untouched destination offering dramatic scenery, rich cultural heritage, and warm hospitality.
Uganda
Uganda offers a unique diversity of wildlife, natural beauty, and friendly inhabitants that all combine to make this country one of Africa’s hidden gems.
Tanzania
Boasting an enduring charm and a supreme natural splendor, Tanzania is home to the snow-crowned summit of Africa's highest mountain peak.
Kenya
This mighty country provides the perfect African safari experience and is where The Great Migration takes place.
Zimbabwe
Discover the raw power of Victoria Falls and the world’s largest man-made reservoir.
Namibia
With its expansive and rugged terrain, Namibia captivates visitors with the charm of Africa in its purest form.
South Africa
Often referred to as “A World in One Country”, South Africa proudly boasts a multitude of fascinating ecosystems.
Eswatini
Formerly known as Swaziland, this small country borders South Africa and Mozambique.
A truly beautiful 11-day Namibia journey. Everything was perfectly organised, from booking through to the tour itself. Steven and Gibson were exceptional guides, knowledgeable, attentive, and professional. Beautiful lodges, wonderful experiences, and memories that will last a lifetime.
Teresa G
11 Day Namibia Pioneer
Rating: 5 Stars
An incredible 11-day Namibia tour with our fantastic guides, Steven and Gibson. Stunning scenery, amazing wildlife, beautiful lodges, and unforgettable experiences throughout.
Cristian M
11 Day Namibia Pioneer
Rating: 5 Stars
An unforgettable Namibia adventure. The booking process was seamless, the lodges were excellent, and Steven and Gibson brought every destination to life with their knowledge and passion. We’re already looking forward to our next Drifters trip!
Kat Escobales
11 Day Namibia Pioneer
Rating: 5 Stars
Takalani's Long experience and deep knowledge increased the value of the trip immeasurably. Thank you, drifters, for accommodating our 2-person group.
Matthew Leater
9 Day Garden Route, Karoo and Add Thatcher Wonders Traveller
Rating: 5 Stars
The activity's we had were great, I learned so much about the nature and culture of Africa, thank you for all the good memories.
Veleria Burkhart
13 Day Uganda Pioneer
Rating: 5 Stars
"Very happy with the tour and the professionalism of our guide Wyatt, thank you for making our 50th wedding anniversary."
Christine Rowe
6 Day Cape Kaleidoscope Traveller
Rating: 5 Stars
"The trip was amazing! We saw a lot of different animals, including the big 5. the guides were very professional and organized."
Marcia Almeida
6 Day Safari Guide Experience Explorer
Rating: 5 Stars
This was indeed a great trip, this is thanks to the well-constructed itinerary and the level of professionalism displayed by the guides
Joao Alves
6 Day Safari Guide Experience Explorer
Rating: 5 Stars
Thank you so much for this amazing time and hosting me for my first excursion in South Africa. all in all the tour was beyond my expectation.
Magdelana Sommer
13 Day Best of South Africa Traveller
Rating: 5 Stars
I really enjoyed the tour from start to finish, I am really grateful for the amazing time and unique experience our guides gave us
Anite Sharpe
13 Day Best of South Africa Traveller
Rating: 5 Stars
As a vegetarian I received special meals and they were delicious. We saw so many different types of animals and our guide did a great job explaining the different types of animals to us.
Anet Lipowski
13 Day Kenya & Tanzania Explorer
Rating: 5 Stars
The trip has been amazing, I've never felt more welcome in a group, and I would definitely recommend this tour to others.
Justine Sawat
13 Day Kenya & Tanzania Explorer
Rating: 5 Stars
"One of the highlights of my tour was exploring the dunes in Sossusvlei. Thank you, Chris, and Hofni for making my first experience memorable."
Celeste Dougherty
11 Day Namibia Explorer
Rating: 5 Stars
Both guides are great, nice and friendly. I enjoyed the dinners they made, thank you very much for this amazing trip.
Ching Pao
11 Day Namibia Explorer
Rating: 5 Stars
"Really impressed with both guides, they were well informed about wildlife and landscape. I would highly recommend using drifters again because of these 2 guides."
Stephen Moore
11 Day Namibia Pioneer
Rating: 5 Stars
"The variety and quality of the food was impressive. There are some long drives involved on the trip, but the guides insured that there were plenty of stops to use facilities, stretches and refill on liquids."
Teressa Moore
11 Day Namibia Explorer
Rating: 5 Stars
"The campsites were all perfect—each with their own charm and all very clean. As nature travellers, we wondered about the comfort of the truck camp heads, but everything was great and there was lots of leg room and comfortable seats. We loved our trip and will always remember it as very special. Well done Drifters, thank you Duncan and Bheki."
Wright Fiona (Ireland)
24 Day Cape Town to Johannesburg via Victoria Falls Pioneer
Rating: 5 Stars
"Our guides, Duncan and Bheki, did an amazing job. They are both top-notch and make a great team."
Chris Kasper (USA
24 Day Cape Town to Johannesburg via Victoria Falls Pioneer
Rating: 5 Stars
"This tour exceeded all my expectations. I booked it immediately after seeing the itinerary, and it turned out to be the best decision I could have made. Our guides demonstrated exceptional professionalism — always punctual, driving with great care even during heavy 'cats and dogs' rain, and consistently checking the quality of the food we were served throughout the trip."
Laila Abdullina (Russia)
18 Day South Africa Eco Explorer
Rating: 5 Stars
"All the hikes, and different landscapes, especially the ones located in Bush Lodge and Greenfire Lodge. Even the loud and bumpy ride in the truck, I will miss it."
Manou Hoch (Germany)
18 Day South Africa Eco Explorer
Rating: 5 Stars
"Amazing guides and program, Thank you so much."
Josefine & Christofer (Switzerland)
5 Day Wild and Scenic Kruger Traveller
Rating: 5 Stars
The guides are so funny, knowledgeable, and full of great insights about Namibia’s history. They answered all our questions, were open-minded, and always had great plans. The group dynamic was fantastic. Nobody was left out, and we all felt inspired. Thank you!
Evelyn Polzer
11 Day Namibia Pioneer
Rating: 5 Stars
