Doug Macdonald's - Safaris to Africa

Name: Doug Macdonald's - Safaris to Africa
Address: Level 5 Nexteracom Tower, Cybercity, Port Louis, MU
Telephone: +263774820453

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Doug Macdonald's - Safaris to Africa

My team and I have many years of experience guiding, designing and planning safari experiences across Africa.

Each of our safaris are curated to your interests and expectations to ensure you have one of the most memorable experiences ever.

18/09/2026

Zakouma is not your standard safari destination, and that is exactly the point.

This is a set-date small-group safari for travellers who want something wilder, quieter and far less ordinary. Think outstanding wildlife, remarkable birdlife, vast wetlands, 7 nights at Camp Tinga, 1 night in N’Djamena and expert guiding by Doug Macdonald.

Dates: 8 Feb – 15 Feb 2027
14 Feb – 22 Feb 2027
21 Feb – 1 March 2027
PRICE: International : Euro 7550 - 9950 (4 - 6 travellers) - single supp €485
African Resident : Euro 6800 - 9200 (4-6 travellers) - single supp €365
Spaces: Limited small-group departure

For travellers who have seen the more familiar routes and are ready for something different, Zakouma is one to seriously consider.

Enquire with Doug Macdonald Safaris for availability and full itinerary details.

07/09/2026

Chad is not the safari you book because it is obvious.

You book it because you want something rare, remote and properly different.
It is vast. It is wild. It has limited tourism infrastructure, which is part of its appeal, but also exactly why the planning needs to be thoughtful. From choosing the right season to understanding how to combine Zakouma and the Ennedi Plateau, this is the kind of safari where expert guidance makes all the difference.

With Doug Macdonald’s Safaris, you are not just booking a destination. You are building a journey that makes sense from start to finish.

Click the link in our bio for the 2027 dates and itineraries.

25/08/2026

A great safari is not only about what you see. It is about what you understand.

The tracks in the sand.
The way the birds are calling.
The movement in the grass.
The change in the weather.
The decision to wait five more minutes instead of moving on.

In Botswana, especially in a more seasonal window like Green Season, experienced guidance can completely change the way you experience the landscape.
Doug Macdonald’s Safaris helps travellers choose the right places, the right timing and the right kind of safari for what they truly want to experience.

Click the link in our bio for the 2027 dates and itinerary.

17/08/2026

A safari is not something you want to guess your way through.

The right destination matters. The right season matters. The right camp matters.
The right pace matters.
And most importantly, the right fit matters.

Some travellers want big wildlife drama. Some want remote camps. Some want comfort and ease. Some want walking, photography, birds, boating, privacy or a slower, more personal experience.
Expert guidance helps match the safari to the person, not just the brochure.

That is where Doug Macdonald’s Safaris comes in.

Click the link in our bio for the 2027 dates and itinerary.

06/08/2026

The Green Season traveller is not usually looking for the most obvious safari. They are looking for something with atmosphere.

Something quieter.
Something beautifully alive.
Something that rewards curiosity, patience and good guiding.

Botswana in Green Season can be exceptional for the right traveller, but it is not something to book blindly. The magic is in choosing the right place, at the right time, for the kind of safari you actually want.

Click the link in our bio for the 2027 dates and itinerary.

31/07/2026

Gabon is a rare safari for those who look deeper.

This is not a destination built around quick sightings or predictable days. It is rainforest, river, coastal forest and the possibility of truly special wildlife encounters, from lowland gorillas to mandrills.

For travellers who have done the classic safari routes and are ready for something more remote, Gabon offers a different kind of reward. It asks for patience, curiosity and a willingness to travel beyond the obvious.
And for the right traveller, that is exactly what makes it unforgettable.

View the 2027 Gabon dates and itinerary via the link in our bio.

29/07/2026

Mandrills and gorillas offer two very different reasons to consider Gabon in July and August.

Mandrills are colourful, social and often seen in extraordinary gatherings, particularly around Lopé. Lowland gorillas are quieter, more elusive and deeply humbling to encounter in the coastal forests of Loango.

Together, they make Gabon a remarkable destination for travellers who are interested in specialist wildlife, not just the familiar safari checklist. This is a journey that rewards patience, good timing and expert planning.
For repeat safari travellers, Gabon offers something rare: a safari experience that still feels raw, remote and full of discovery.

View the 2027 Gabon dates and itinerary via the link in our bio.

Address

Level 5 Nexteracom Tower, Cybercity
Port Louis

Telephone

+263774820453

Website

http://www.dougmacsafaris.com/

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