What is a private concession?

A privately managed wildlife area with limited vehicles and extended activity rights such as off road sightings, night drives and walking in permitted zones, led by specialist guides.

Why choose a concession over a public park?

Fewer vehicles and flexible hours mean calmer sightings and richer behaviour. Conservancies like Naboisho restrict access to registered vehicles and allow night drives that are not possible inside the main reserve.

Where are standout areas?

Botswana’s Okavango and Linyanti for boating, mokoro and after dark drives; South Africa’s Phinda and Ngala for walks and off road; Kenya’s Naboisho for limited vehicle numbers; Zimbabwe’s Hwange private concessions for hides and night drives; and Singita’s private concession inside Kruger.

How do activities differ by area?

Delta concessions add boating and mokoro. Hwange and Mana region camps feature hides. Many concessions offer evening drives, while national reserves may restrict activities after dark. We match camps to your interests and dates.

Can families do private concessions?

Yes at many lodges. Policies vary by camp and activity. We plan private vehicles, gentle pacing and interleading suites to keep days smooth.

Private Concessions

Private concessions unlock Africa at its most exclusive: fewer vehicles, flexible hours, and closer encounters. Think lion country around Singita Lebombo in Kruger, wild Delta islands near Vumbura Plains, Samburu and Mara conservancies from Naboisho Camp to Serian The Original, and Namibia’s remote Kulala and Hoanib landscapes, all with expert guiding.

Plan Your Journey

Family bush breakfast under a giant baobab in a private concession, Tarangire

Your Own Wild Domain

Wake to lion tracks outside Ngala Safari Lodge, then cross Okavango floodplains from Chitabe to DumaTau, where elephants move along the Linyanti. In Kenya’s Lewa Conservancy, Kifaru House pairs rhino conservation with sweeping views. Evenings end with night drives and stars, guided by expert trackers and unhurried game drives throughout.

QUICK FACTS
Fewer vehicles
Off-road access
Night drives
Walking options
Private guides

Vintage picnic on the Out of Africa kopje overlooking the Mara from a private concession

Bush breakfast set on rocky outcrop within a private concession, Serengeti

Experiences & Highlights

Private concessions combine excellent wildlife with freedom to explore beyond standard rules. In Botswana, DumaTau and King’s Pool in the Linyanti allow off road sightings and night drives that reveal owls, genets and hunting lions. Chitabe and Qorokwe deliver classic Okavango habitats with full day flexibility and access to diverse terrain. Vumbura Plains and Little Vumbura add boating and mokoro to round out the experience. In South Africa, Phinda Vlei and Phinda Forest Lodge offer guided walks and varied ecosystems with gentle pacing.

In Zimbabwe, Little Makalolo and Linkwasha balance day and night drives around productive pans. Kenya offers exclusive access with Naboisho Camp and Rekero in areas where vehicle numbers are controlled and sightings feel calm. Time is used well with breakfast boxes, afternoon returns when light improves and long waits when behaviour suggests a special moment ahead. The result is richer encounters, fewer vehicles and a sense that the landscape is yours to explore responsibly.

CUSTOMISE YOUR JOURNEY.

Talk to us to customise your journey

Journey Inspiration.

Namibia - Family Dunes and Desert Discovery

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Namibia - Family Dunes and Desert Discovery

$490.00

*Indicative of per person sharing as a family/night. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and exclusive of seasonal flight transfers

Unwind together among Namibia’s deserts, from Sossusvlei’s apricot dunes to Damaraland’s sculpted valleys. Stay at Kulala Desert Lodge with private Sossusvlei gate, e-bike rides and rooftop sleepouts, then continue to Doro Nawas for desert adapted elephant drives, stargazing and visits to Twyfelfontein rock engravings. Scenic light aircraft links keep travel easy for families.

Highlights/Activities

Private Sossusvlei and Deadvlei access, sunrise and sunset dunes, e-bike outings, guided nature drives, closed safari vehicles, rooftop sleep outs, stargazing, desert adapted elephant viewing, giraffe and plains game, Twyfelfontein rock engravings, Petrified Forest, Burnt Mountain, Organ Pipes, Damara Living Museum visit, scenic light aircraft hops, pool time between activities, in tent Wi-Fi, optional hot air ballooning.

Countries Covered: Namibia

Kenya Legends of the Land: From Samburu to the Mara

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Kenya Legends of the Land: From Samburu to the Mara

$1,345.00

*Indicative of per person sharing/night. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and exclusive of seasonal flight transfers

Embark on a journey through Kenya’s wild heart, from breakfast with giraffes in Nairobi to Samburu’s rugged landscapes and the iconic plains of the Masai Mara. This immersive safari blends luxury, culture, and conservation across private reserves and riverfront camps, offering rare wildlife encounters, authentic Samburu traditions, and front-row views of The Great Migration.

Highlights/Activities

Breakfast with giraffes at Giraffe Manor, giraffe feeding and afternoon tea, game drives in Samburu and Westgate Conservancy, Samburu Special Five sightings, guided bush walks, community visits, camel safaris, optional fly camping, sundowners and stargazing, pool and spa time, game drives in the Maasai Mara, Big Five sightings, Great Migration viewing in season, sunrise hot air balloon, bush breakfasts and picnic lunches, family-friendly activities.

Countries Covered: Kenya

Remote Adventure: A Safari Across Zambia & Zimbabwe

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Remote Adventure: A Safari Across Zambia & Zimbabwe

$1,230.00

*Indicative of per person sharing/night. Subject to availability, season, reserve fees, and exclusive of seasonal flight transfers

Journey deep into Africa’s wildest corners on this exclusive 9-night safari through Zambia and Zimbabwe. From the predator-rich Busanga Plains to Hwange’s vast elephant herds and the riverside beauty of Mana Pools, experience remote landscapes, exceptional wildlife, and intimate luxury camps in complete seclusion.

Highlights/Activities

Busanga Plains game drives, lion and cheetah tracking, Hwange elephant herds, walking safaris, night drives, birdwatching, Mana Pools canoeing, Zambezi River sunsets, alfresco dining under the stars, seasonal hot air ballooning, catch-and-release fishing, expert-guided wildlife encounters, intimate tented accommodations