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Big 5 Safaris & Tour Packages

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<p>The Big 5 have become the classic icons of the ultimate Africa safari experience. As you search for hunting lions, roaming buffalo, grazing elephants, sleeping leopards, and elusive rhinos, there are few experiences that parallel finding all five of these creatures in their natural habitat. Explore the sample itineraries below to discover what is possible, and a Zicasso travel expert can create a personalized itinerary that will immerse you in the most iconic safari experiences and destinations in your search for the Big 5.</p>

The Big 5 have become the classic icons of the ultimate Africa safari experience....

The Big 5 have become the classic icons of the ultimate Africa safari experience. As you search for hunting lions, roaming buffalo, grazing elephants, sleeping leopards, and elusive rhinos, there are few experiences that parallel finding all five of these creatures in their natural habitat. Explore the sample itineraries below to discover what is possible, and a Zicasso travel expert can create a personalized itinerary that will immerse you in the most iconic safari experiences and destinations in your search for the Big 5.

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Victoria Falls is one of the main attractions in South Africa.

Romantic Africa Getaway: Big Five Safari, Okavango Delta & Victoria Falls Tour

Places Visited: Okavango Delta, Livingstone +4 more
Places Visited: Okavango Delta, Livingstone, Victoria Falls, Sabi Sands Game Reserve, Moremi Game Reserve +1 more

10 Day Custom Tour

From $7,900

Dominant male gorilla in Bwindi Impenetrable Rainforest National Park, Uganda

South Africa and Uganda Luxury Safari: Big Five, Gorillas and Chimpanzees

Places Visited: Timbavati Private Game Reserve, Greater Kruger +7 more
Places Visited: Timbavati Private Game Reserve, Greater Kruger, Kruger National Park, Entebbe, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park +4 more

13 Day Custom Tour

From $20,800

Elephants at Makalali Private Game Reserve in South Africa

Big Five Horse Riding Safari & Game Drives in Kruger

Places Visited: Kruger, Makhutswe River +2 more
Places Visited: Kruger, Makhutswe River, Makalali Private Game Reserve, Balule Game Reserve 

10 Day Custom Tour

From $6,900

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the grassy shroud of the Masai Mara Game Reserve, Kenya

Best of Kenya Safari: Big Five, Maasai Mara & National Parks

Places Visited: Nairobi, Amboseli National Park +8 more
Places Visited: Nairobi, Amboseli National Park, Mount Kenya National Park, Samburu National Reserve, Great Rift Valley +5 more

11 Day Custom Tour

From $8,300

Masai shepherd tending to goats in Kenya

Masai Mara Safari for Senior Travelers: Luxury Lodges & Boutique Experiences

Places Visited: Nairobi, Masai Mara +3 more
Places Visited: Nairobi, Masai Mara, Siana Conservancy, Masai Mara National Reserve, Mara North Conservancy 

10 Day Custom Tour

From $15,600

Masai Mara & Untouched Southern Kenya Safari: Ol Kinyei, Amboseli, Tsavo East

Masai Mara & Untouched Southern Kenya Safari: Ol Kinyei, Amboseli, Tsavo East

Places Visited: Nairobi, Masai Mara National Reserve +6 more
Places Visited: Nairobi, Masai Mara National Reserve, Ol Kinyei Private Conservancy, Amboseli National Park, Chyulu Hills National Park +3 more

14 Day Custom Tour

From $10,600

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4.89 stars based on 28442 reviews.

Italy Family Travel Review: Rome, Florence, Venice, Tuscany,...

The entire trip was thoughtfully planned for us and we had an amazing time. It was just the right balance of touring and learning, and also relaxing in the beauty of the Italian countryside. The tour guides were top-notch notch and the hotel selections were perfect for us. When we had a question or problem or couldn't locate our tour guide, they were quick to respond to my calls or text messages. This is my second time using Zicasso and I will be using them in the future!!

Reviewed By Sarah W.

South Africa, Zimbabwe Tour Review: Cape Town, Victoria...

This was a trip of a lifetime. We are not sure we will ever be able to top it! I have never cried leaving a place before because I was so sad it was over, but I did... three times! From the incredible food and views in Cape Town to the unforgettable adventure at the buffalo camp to the amazing views of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, we cannot say enough good things about our experience.

We've used Zicasso several times and have always had a great experience. That's why we keep coming back! But our experience with this travel agency was above and beyond all our expectations. The way our travel agent crafted our trip to meet our desires; stayed in constant contact via text, phone and email; provided us a departure call to walk us through every step of the trip before we left; and stayed connected throughout our trip to ensure we were having a good time and help us tweak some things along the way was customer service like we have never received. We would work with this agency and our agent again in a heartbeat and recommend them to friends and family.

Reviewed By Allison B.

Italy Tour Review: Venice, Lake Trasimeno, Cooking Class,...

The trip was wonderful. All of the transitions from place to place were very smooth. Each tour guide and driver was very welcoming and informative. We had two children with us and we felt safe and comfortable at all times.

One area to mention is that there were times we didn't need a guide to assist us in transferring from place to place. For example, there was a guide who was hired to walk us across the street from the Venice train station to a water taxi. We could have done this on our own and would have preferred not to have to pay for something like that.

I would highly recommend (and have already) Zicasso!

Reviewed By Kimberly K.

Peru Travel Review: Machu Picchu, Cuisine, 10 Nights

Fantastic!!!! I can't say enough good things about this trip. Zicasso's travel partner did an excellent job at everything! Communication was excellent, our tours were perfect, and our guides and drivers were so helpful.

The guides were beyond our expectations with their knowledge, flexibility, and always going above and beyond. I ended up in the hospital and our guide came to the hospital and helped with all the details, getting me a refund on parts of my bill and getting us to our flight home in less than three hours from being released from the hospital!!

Reviewed By marla H.

Greece Vacation Review: Kalamata, Athens, Paros, Naxos,...

Wow, where do I even begin? I consider myself someone with very high expectations and Zicasso's tour planner not only met them, she exceeded them, which rarely happens. From our very first interaction to our final farewell, the communication was absolutely flawless.

She was incredibly responsive throughout every stage of the process, from planning to execution and even during the trip itself. Knowing we had someone on the ground in Greece for support gave us such peace of mind. For example, when we encountered a minor issue with the phone in our Santorini hotel room, she immediately contacted the hotel and it was fixed right away.

Every detail was handled with precision. Her professionalism, warmth, dedication, and genuine care truly shone through. She created a fairy-tale trip to Greece that we'll treasure for a lifetime and share with friends and family for years to come.

We spent 16 unforgettable days exploring Kalamata, Athens, Paros, Naxos, and Santorini. Each island transition was seamless, every private tour was fun and educational, and the entire itinerary was perfectly paced.

The drivers she arranged were always punctual, thoughtful, and friendly. In fact, the entire team she assembled was exceptional — well-coordinated, courteous, and attentive. It was truly a top-tier concierge experience.

Going forward, I can’t imagine planning a trip any other way. She has set the bar incredibly high.

Reviewed By Michelle J.

Rwanda, Kenya Luxury Vacation Review: Gorilla Trekking,...

The trip, overall, was amazing!! The planning was flawless and flowed smoothly throughout the trip.

When I envisioned this trip, I never imagined it would be as nice as it was. Every single detail you can imagine was thought of by Zicasso's travel agent. I can't thank her enough for her hard work and diligence. Throughout the trip, she kept in touch and was literally available 24/7 if anything went wrong. She went above and beyond!!! Unfortunately, she only coordinates trips to Africa!! I wish she coordinated trips across the world.

Reviewed By Mark A.