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Somak Luxury Travel is an award winning tour operator who have been booking African safari holidays for over 50 years. https://www.somak.com/special_offers

Somak have been specialising in tailor-made holidays since day dot, and we continue to create completely bespoke holidays with as much enthusiasm as ever. Our knowledgeable and well-travelled team love hearing all about your travel ideas, and will help in any way they can to create your very own African adventure. Whether you'd like to the create a luxury tailor-made honeymoon to South Africa, combining romantic accommodation and superb safari game viewing; or a tailor-made family holiday to Ethiopia for its historic sites and fascinating culture, we're confident we can turn your travel ideas into reality.

15/09/2026

Did you know that Zebras run in a zig-zag pattern when being chased by a predator to make it more difficult for the predator to run after them?

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14/09/2026

🌊🦁 KENYA BEACHES & SAFARI THRILLS 🦁🌊
9 Nights: Beach Escapes Blended With Safari | From £3179pp

Golden Mombasa shores, wildlife-rich Taita Hills and secluded Chale Island, all in one unforgettable trip 🐘🏝️

🏖️ MOMBASA (3 nights) – Bamburi Beach Hotel, All-Inclusive
Lively beachfront resort, daily activities and evening entertainment

🦁 TAITA HILLS (2 nights) – Salt Lick Safari Lodge, Full Board
Waterhole-view rooms, shared game drives and a first-class train journey to Voi

🏝️ CHALE ISLAND (4 nights) – Chale Island Resort, All-Inclusive
Kayaking, tide pool walks, trial scuba diving and yoga on a secluded island retreat

✅ Flights with Ethiopian Airlines from Heathrow
✅ 23kg baggage allowance
✅ All internal & regional flights + transfers
✅ All-inclusive in Mombasa & Chale Island, full board at Salt Lick
✅ AMREF Flying Doctors emergency medical cover

💚 £20 per passenger donated to Kenyan community projects

📅 1 October – 30 November 2026 | Book by 30 September 2026
Quote Ref: 81926

12/09/2026

Chale Island has a way of making time slow right down 🌴

Picture this: a private island off the Kenyan coast, only half of which you can even set foot on (the other half is protected forest, home to giant turtles and rare birds). Barefoot luxury doesn’t get much more literal than this.

Wake up to the Indian Ocean on your doorstep, spend your days between the beach and the spa, and let the evenings drift by with fresh seafood and views that don’t need a filter.

This is the kind of place that reminds you why you travel in the first place 🐢🌊

Video credit , Kenya

Get in touch at [email protected] to book now!

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11/09/2026

🏝️ ZANZIBAR BEACH & SELOUS SAFARI 🦁
9 Nights: Tanzanian Sandy Shores & Wilderness | From £3249pp

Barefoot beach time meets big game safari on this layered Zanzibar holiday. Three nights on the northeast coast, two nights deep in Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous), then four nights at an adults-only island-style retreat in Pongwe Bay. Indian Ocean calm, classic wildlife and boutique seclusion, all stitched together with easy transfers 🌊🐘

🏖️ ZANZIBAR, PWANI MCHANGANI (3 nights) – Ocean Paradise Resort And Spa, Half Board
A welcoming beachfront resort with tropical gardens and a pool overlooking the Indian Ocean, a short walk from calm lagoon waters and long stretches of sand. The relaxed way to start things off

🦁 NYERERE NATIONAL PARK (2 nights) – Selous Kulinda Camp, Full Board
Tents on the banks of the Rufiji River in a 54,000 sq km wilderness home to elephant, lion, leopard, African wild dog, hippo, crocodile and some of the last black rhino. Shared game drives and quiet time in camp make for a powerful contrast to the beach

🏝️ ZANZIBAR, PONGWE BAY (4 nights) – The Island Pongwe Lodge, Half Board
An adults-only boutique lodge built on its own coral rock islet, just a handful of rooms and bay views all round. Gentle activities if you fancy them, or simply nothing at all

✅ Return flights with RwandAir from Heathrow
✅ 23kg baggage allowance
✅ Internal flights Zanzibar–Selous–Zanzibar
✅ Airport taxes and surcharges
✅ Return transfers between hotels in Zanzibar
✅ Return transfers to and from Selous Kulinda Camp
✅ Half board in Zanzibar, full board on safari
✅ 9 nights of accommodation

📅 Travel period: 1 October – 30 November 2026
📝 Book by: 15 September 2026
Quote Ref: 81996

10/09/2026

🍷 Explore South Africa’s Iconic Winelands!

From the historic vineyards of Stellenbosch to the gourmet delights of Franschhoek, the South African Winelands offer a perfect blend of w**e, scenery, and culture. Whether you’re into bold reds, crisp whites, or sparkling MCC, there’s a tasting experience here for every palate.

But the best part? 🍇

The Winelands are just a short drive from Cape Town and can be seamlessly combined with other must-see destinations like a Big 5 safari, the Garden Route, or the dramatic coastlines of the Western Cape.

Planning a trip to South Africa? Let us help you craft a custom itinerary that includes the Winelands and so much more, from adventure to luxury, all in one unforgettable journey.

09/09/2026

🚂 CELEBRATE 80 YEARS OF THE BLUE TRAIN 🚂

10 Nights: Cape Town, The Blue Train & Safari, South Africa | From £5649 per person

This year the Blue Train turns eighty, and there’s no better excuse to swap the aeroplane window for a private suite and watch South Africa unfold at a slower pace.

Three free-form nights in Cape Town, two nights of old-world glamour aboard the Blue Train, a night in Pretoria to catch your breath, then three nights of Big Five game drives at Mhondoro Game Lodge in the malaria-free Welgevonden Reserve.

🏙️ CAPE TOWN (3 nights) – Wi******er Boutique Hotel, B&B
Right on the Sea Point promenade with no set itinerary to follow. Table Mountain by cable car, an afternoon in the Constantia or Stellenbosch vineyards, sunset walks with Lion’s Head as your backdrop

🚂 THE BLUE TRAIN (2 nights) – Deluxe Suite, Full Board
A stop at Kimberley’s Big Hole breaks up the journey, then it’s back on board for a butler-tended suite and dinner in the dining car as the Karoo rolls past the window. All meals, drinks, ci**rs and cognacs included

🛏️ PRETORIA (1 night) – Court Classique Suite Hotel, B&B
A one-bedroom suite in leafy Arcadia to unpack and reset before the safari begins

🦁 WELGEVONDEN RESERVE (3 nights) – Mhondoro Game Lodge, Honeymoon Suite with Pool, Fully Inclusive
Game drives and guided walking safaris after Big Five, a private plunge pool and an underground hide where elephants come to drink just feet away. No antimalarials needed here

✈️ JOHANNESBURG (1 night) – Southern Sun O.R. Tambo, B&B
An easy last night right at the airport before the flight home

✅ Return flights with Ethiopian Airlines from Heathrow
✅ 23kg baggage allowance
✅ All return airport transfers
✅ Airport taxes and surcharges
✅ 10 nights of accommodation

📅 Travel period: 1–30 November 2026
📝 Book by: 30 September 2026
Quote Ref: 82598

T&C: No Tourist tax applies in South Africa. T&C’s Prices are fluid and subject to availability. Price based on 2 adults sharing based on a departure date of 22 November 2026. Prices are correct at time of posting 09/09/2026.

08/09/2026

Honeymoon magic in Kenya!😍

📝 Guest Review:

“We have had the most incredible honeymoon in Kenya (Mombasa and Taita/Tsavo) with Somak. Somak booked us in at the beach to recover from a busy wedding before going to Salt Lick safari. The safari was the most amazing experience, made very special by our brilliantly skilled Somak driver and guide, Mohamed (Bin Jey).

Mohamed’s knowledge about the area and animals was unmatched. His driving was fantastic - he took great care and confidence driving on the difficult safari roads, plus, he ensured to drive so we had the best view of animals without worrying them.

Mohamed has made our honeymoon and we can’t thank Somak enough for matching him to us! We returned from safari back to the beach to recover before returning to reality! We cannot wait to book another trip to Kenya soon, and would highly recommend Somak and most importantly recommend Mohamed! Thank you - Asante sana, shukrani sana!” 🐘🦒🦓

👏 Thank you to our wonderful honeymoon guests, Emily and her partner, for sharing their magical experience and to Mohamed, our Mombasa based Driver Guide, for creating memories for them that will last a lifetime.

Interested in booking a safari? Get in touch [email protected]

07/09/2026

🌍 South Africa Grand Tour + Zanzibar Beach - 17 Nights from £5,399 per person

Cape Town’s cosmopolitan waterfront, the whale coast of Hermanus, the Garden Route, a private Big Five reserve, and five nights of lagoon-side bliss in Zanzibar. One seamless journey of stylish touring and total relaxation. 🐋🦁🏝️

🏙️ 3 nights Cape Town — Radisson Collection Hotel Waterfront, ocean views, Table Mountain cable car and the V&A Waterfront on your doorstep
🐋 3 nights Hermanus — The Marine, clifftop views over Walker Bay and some of the world’s best land-based whale watching (in season)
🌊 3 nights Plettenberg Bay — The Plettenberg, coastal elegance on the Garden Route, with Robberg Nature Reserve walks and seal-watching
🦁 3 nights Pumba Private Game Reserve, Eastern Cape — malaria-free Big Five safari, twice-daily game drives with expert rangers, Water Lodge chalet views
🏝️ 5 nights Zanzibar — Matemwe Attitude Swim-up Villa on the quiet northeast coast, snorkelling, boat trips and lagoon views

Included: return flights with Kenya Airways from Heathrow, internal flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg, transfers throughout South Africa and Zanzibar, twice-daily game drives at Pumba, bed & breakfast in Cape Town/Hermanus/Plettenberg Bay, half board in Zanzibar, 17 nights of accommodation.

📅 Travel: 1 October – 10 December 2026
📝 Book by: 30 September 2026
💷 From £5,399pp
Quote ref: 81346

T&C: No Tourist tax applies in South Africa. T&C’s Prices are fluid and subject to availability. Price based on two adults sharing, based on departure dates of 03 October 2026.

Zanzibar charges a mandatory infrastructure tax of $5 per person per night for both adults and children, paid directly to hotels upon check-in or check-out.
Calculated 10/08/2026 Exchange rates and local taxes may change before you pay in resort.

Exchange rate used $1.00 = £0.74

Paid direct to hotel (total) $50 = £37

Additionally, a mandatory $44 per adult travel insurance fee is required, which needs to be paid online before departure.

Prices are correct at time of posting 7/09/2026.

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05/09/2026

It’s International Day of Charity!

At Somak Luxury Travel, we are proud to mark the International Day of Charity by reaffirming our commitment to supporting local communities and protecting the environment across our destinations.

Our approach to Corporate Social Responsibility focuses on enriching economies, safeguarding nature, and uplifting communities in Africa and the Indian Subcontinent.

▫️Mara Rianda Charitable Trust
We are honoured to support the Mara Rianda Charitable Trust, which funds education, maternity, and healthcare projects in Kenya. Over 200 children have benefited from secondary school places, and projects like the borehole supplying fresh water to 650 villagers show the lasting impact of these initiatives.

What makes this even more special is that the borehole was part-funded by Masai Mara park fees - a reminder that park fees go directly towards vital community development projects, ensuring your visit contributes to a greater good.

For every holiday booked to Kenya, we donate £10 per person, helping our guests contribute to meaningful change in the Masai Mara.

▫️East Africa Character Development Trust (EACDT)
From 2025, we are supporting EACDT, which uses sport to empower young people in Nairobi’s disadvantaged communities. Through school programmes, community sports clubs, and female empowerment initiatives, they help young people build confidence, leadership, and brighter futures. For every Kenyan holiday booked, we donate £10 per person to this inspiring cause.

💚 Our Ongoing Commitment
Giving back is at the heart of Somak Luxury Travel. By supporting health, education, community development, and empowerment, we strive to ensure every journey leaves a lasting, positive impact. Together with our guests and partners, we’re proud to help build stronger communities and brighter futures.

Here are some photos from EACDT and the Mara Rianda Primary School.

04/09/2026

🦁 HAPPY NATIONAL WILDLIFE DAY 🦁

There’s nothing quite like seeing it for real. Not on a screen, not from a distance - a herd of elephants crossing the road in front of your jeep. A leopard draped over a branch at golden hour. Lions calling across the plains as the sun goes down.

At Somak Luxury Travel, we’ve spent years building safaris that bring you closer to that magic - from the leopard-dense wilderness of Botswana’s Okavango Delta to the elephant herds of Minneriya and the Big Five of South Africa’s private reserves. Wherever the journey takes you, the wildlife does the talking.

Today, we’re celebrating every creature that makes these journeys unforgettable and dreaming about the next encounter.

Which animal is on your must-see safari list? Tell us below. 👇🐘🦓🦒

📸 Dan

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