Top Must Try Adventure Activities in Africa

Dreaming about Africa? But don’t want to do the same stuff that everyone is posting about? Why not go on an African adventure? We gathered a list of the most unique things to do in Africa. When adventure calls, Africa welcomes you. If you want to spend adventurous holidays in Africa, you must try activities as diverse as Africa herself. We are talking about wildlife exploration, desert safari, and trekking over wild landmarks to experience a jaw-dropping milestone. Keep reading to get a glimpse of your next adventure.

Unmatched African adventure activities for Your Bucket List

Mountain Gorilla Trekking

Who is your trekking buddy? In Africa you can trek with gorillas for a savage and thrilling ride. In this trek, you can hike over the dark forest and mountains by seeing the gorillas in their natural habitats, from a safe distance. Imagine meeting gorillas' families very close and observing their behavior that creates unmatched moments for a lifetime. This trekking is one of the wildest adventurous activities in Africa. 

Ticket price for Gorilla Trekking: Starts from $700.

Locations to Experience this Activity: 

📍 Rwanda

📍 Uganda

Adventures Africa’s Big 5

The perfect destination for an adventure is Africa’s Big 5— lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros. This big five is the world-famous wild safari in Africa because this activity gives you an opportunity to see the wild animals from very close and drive by them. Visiting wild animals' homes and observing them going through their daily activities feels like living among them for the day. This creates a remarkable moment for a lifetime. Fill your memory card by clicking the countless pictures with these animals.

Ticket price for Africa’s Big 5: Starts from $3,813

Locations to Experience this Activity:

📍 Tanzania

📍 Botswana

📍 Rwanda

The Great Wildebeast Migration

Ever seen the migration of thousands of animals? We guarantee you there is no other migration like the Wildebeest Migration. Around 1.5 million wildebeasts, along with thousands of zebras and other animals run in search of fresh grazing lands. This process is done yearly, around July to October. Witnessing this natural spectacle is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. You can drive over this place for a thrilling experience or try a hot air balloon safari for an extraordinary view, it's like living in the world of the Lion King.

Ticket price for Wildebeest Migration: starts from $1650

Locations to Experience this Activity:

📍 Tanzania

📍 Kenya

A Zambezi Canoeing Safari 

Have you ever sailed through a wild river? If not, you must try visiting Zambezi Canoeing safari in Africa. This river is a unique and thrilling destination for adventurous experiences. Imagine boating on the river by seeing wild animals around you. You can see hippos, crocodiles, and diverse wildlife aquatic animals. If you are enthusiastic to spend the night here, you can also camp over the shoreline and enjoy the night under the stars.

Ticket price for Zambezi Canoeing Safari: Starts from $160

Location to Experience this Activity:

📍 Zimbabwe

Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro

Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa, standing at 5,895 meters (19,341 feet). The key challenge is climbing to reach Uhuru Peak. But it's a thrilling and breathtaking milestone. This trekking takes around 5 to 9 days depending on chosen routes. Over the trekking you will experience diverse landscapes on foot which is a thrilling and unforgettable activity. The routes you can choose to trek to Kilimanjaro are Marangu, Machame, Lemosho, Shira, Rongai, Northern Circuit, and Umbwe.

Ticket price for Mount Kilimanjaro: Starts from $1435

Location to Experience this Activity:

📍Tanzania 

Helicopters Tour

Imagine seeing the beauty of Africa from the sky and being among the clouds. Doesn't it feel like a breathtaking experience? Taking a stroll in a helicopter, seeing the African landmarks, wildlife forests, and stunning desert landscapes are unique adventure activities you should add to your bucket list. This ride gives you a chance to observe the wild life from the sky, like a bird  without stressing your legs. Expensive, but absolutely worth it!

Ticket price for helicopter tour: Starts from $1,800

Locations to Experience this Activity:

📍Cape Town

📍Tanzania

📍Zambian 

Are you ready to create unforgettable adventure holidays in Africa? Don't miss out on experiencing these once-in-a-lifetime adventures. After all a trip to Africa is incomplete without experiencing the wildlife and capturing them from very close. Book your flight tickets now, and after exploring breathtaking destinations, rest in comfortable hotels by booking with us.