Southern African Safaris

Southern African Safaris WA’s only independent safari destination specialist to the African Continent. Simon's first visit to the continent was in 1978 as a 6 year old.

Direct wholesale rates, transparency, education and ethics is essential in any African safari adventure proposal. SERVICE - INTEGRITY - EXPERIENCE

MORE ABOUT YOUR AFRICA SPECIALIST
This website's author/founder/owner ...and your personal consultant Simon Atherton has experienced it all throughout Southern & East Africa over the last 15 years as either a tour es**rt or just returning for the wildl

ife and culture ... its a personal passion, Africa! Simon is now an independent destination specialist agent and Western Australia's leading authority to the continent. "I still have fond memories of the rainbow nation back then, the mother city called Cape Town ... the cable car to Table Mountain wasn't like it then as it is today!" Simon has also participated in some of worlds biggest African product conferences* ingesting a wealth of product and geographical knowledge to the continent and here, he has unbiased listing of all properties geographically, producing this database of the 'best' or 'experienced' or 'recommended' Product links will take you direct to the 'official website' for the utmost best information, availability and prices in local currency otherwise check prices via the accommodation booking and availability tool at the bottom of the web page for a rate indication. Southern African Safaris aka' SAS was created at INDABA 2016* as a one stop travel shop for all your African Continent & Oceania adventure travel, safari and scuba diving needs saving you time having to Google and locate the product yourself.

*Trade Conferences: WTM (Cape Town) 2016/17/18 - INDABA 2016/19/22 - Magical Kenya (Nairobi) 2018/22 – BTTE (Botswana) 2019/22 – Africa’s Eden (Botswana) 2022 - Uganda Tourism April 2023 - WTM cape Town, April 2025. Now, there's more to Africa than just booking a hotel online in Victoria Falls, perhaps a camp in the Maasai Mara .... there is the logistics and safety of getting you from A to B and back to A again with zero complications and a mountain of memories! SAS Travel will book your land arrangements direct via a DMC (Destination Management Company)in Cape Town thus cutting out corporate middle-man fees and commissions which generally including brochure international currency fluctuations imposed by many travel agents and 3rd party brochures or websites. SAS Travel will also charge you in product local currency, and at near parity and with no additional fees or charges (excluding credit card fees)
..what do i do now? Either browse the website and find your considered content, make notes and then complete the enquiry form within this website or email Simon with your requests. If your required property or tour is not loaded on this website just let me know and Simon will source it on your behalf! ... otherwise a telephone call is a great way to start! (AU ONLY)

The tick icon throughout the website represents Simon's personal experiences. Otherwise, If you have absolutely no idea where to start then I suggest an email, call or complete the enquiry form to Simon with your thoughts, wants & needs and he will create a dream package for you suited to your budget that first needs to be considered and travel style requirements

Mukwa River lodge Zambia one of my favourites and so close to Victoria Falls. Looking forward to spending longer next v...
26/06/2026

Mukwa River lodge Zambia one of my favourites and so close to Victoria Falls. Looking forward to spending longer next visit 💙👍

So elegant ❤️🦒
22/06/2026

So elegant ❤️🦒

A post from a safari operator in TZ, the challenges, logistics and ethics! 🇹🇿 “I am genuinely surprised by how many nega...
20/06/2026

A post from a safari operator in TZ, the challenges, logistics and ethics! 🇹🇿

“I am genuinely surprised by how many negative and critical posts I see about safaris in Tanzania and the remaining continent. 🌍

I'd like to share a few facts that many visitors may not realize. On a typical Tarangire – Manyara – Ngorongoro Crater – Serengeti – Arusha safari route, the international park fees, Ngorongoro fees, and budget campsite fees for two adults alone usually total around $900–1,000 USD. That does not include the vehicle, fuel, driver, cook, or operational costs!💰

Safari drivers work incredibly hard to give guests the best possible experience. They spend the entire day tracking wildlife, communicating with other drivers, sharing information, and doing everything they can to help visitors see animals. What feels like a guided zoo experience to many tourists is actually the result of teamwork, experience, and a lot of effort.

Meanwhile, cooks manage food, camp logistics, and preparations. In many cases, the tents are already set up and waiting when guests arrive! 🥩

Yes, there are occasional mechanical problems, muddy roads, dust, and unexpected challenges. This is the African wilderness. We always stop to help other vehicles when they get stuck. What often surprises us is that while several people are trying to winch or push a vehicle out of the mud, the tourists remain seated inside. Sometimes removing just 300 kg of passenger weight would make the recovery much easier. 🫟

This is not a spa, a wellness retreat, or a five-star resort. It is a real wilderness experience. If someone wants perfect roads and complete comfort, there are fully developed and paved safari destinations available elsewhere.

Unfortunately, increasing demands for comfort often lead to more construction and development, which can slowly damage the very ecosystem people come to see.

And if anyone still believes safaris are overpriced or easy to operate, I encourage them to try the same route with their own vehicle and their own logistics.

I kindly ask tourists to be a little more understanding and patient. You are not buying a perfect service—you are experiencing something truly unique, something that may stay with you for the rest of your life! “

17/06/2026

Wow 🤩

THE SOUL OF TANZANIA es**rted by Vicki GordonThe Journey: Arusha · Tarangire · Ngorongoro · Ndutu · Serengeti · Zanzibar...
16/06/2026

THE SOUL OF TANZANIA es**rted by Vicki Gordon

The Journey: Arusha · Tarangire · Ngorongoro · Ndutu · Serengeti · Zanzibar. All-inclusive from AUD $19,700 AUD per person, including international and domestic airfares.

Maximum 16 guests, travelling in four dedicated 4WD safari vehicles, each with its own professional guide-driver. An exceptional, once-in-a-lifetime fifteen-day es**rted journey through Tanzania’s most iconic landscapes and wildlife strongholds.

Begin in Arusha, the elegant gateway to the Northern Safari Circuit. Venture into Tarangire National Park, a timeless wilderness of ancient baobabs and one of Africa’s largest elephant populations. Ascend the Great Rift Valley escarpment to the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater, descending to its fertile floor for an intimate encounter with the highest density of wildlife in Africa.

Continue to the nutrient-rich short-grass plains of Ndutu, where the annual wildebeest calving season unfolds — one of nature’s most profound spectacles, with thousands of newborns taking their first steps amid dramatic predator activity.

The legendary Serengeti follows, with its vast golden plains and unparalleled big-cat action. Here you will stay in refined comfort at Lemala Ewanjan, enjoying a private sunrise hot-air balloon flight over the savannah and an exclusive sundowner on Mkoma Hill.

The journey culminates with four restorative nights on the pristine shores of Zanzibar. Fringed by turquoise waters and powder-white beaches, this historic Spice Island provides the perfect, sun-soaked finale to an unforgettable East African odyssey.

Digital itinerary:
https://sastanzania.netlify.app/

For further information call:
Simon 0412409320 or Vicki 0411705950 Email: [email protected]
SERVICE – INTEGRITY - EXPERIENCE 🐾

Love the African sunsets 😎
04/06/2026

Love the African sunsets 😎

Amazing birds I saw in Zimbabwe and Botswana recently 👍
01/06/2026

Amazing birds I saw in Zimbabwe and Botswana recently 👍

An awesome sighting! 🤩
30/05/2026

An awesome sighting! 🤩

A few of Botswana animals I saw on my recent safaris 😊👍
29/05/2026

A few of Botswana animals I saw on my recent safaris 😊👍

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