A good number of our guests travel on their own, and many of them are birders who don’t want to compromise with a group. Here’s what a solo safari with us is like.
You set the pace
This is the biggest advantage. Want to spend an hour with one bird? Skip lunch to reach a waterhole? Go back to the lodge early? No one else’s schedule gets in the way.
You’re not really alone
Your guide is with you all day, and most solo guests say that relationship was one of the best things about the trip. You also meet other travellers at lodges in the evening if you want company.
Safety
You’re met at the airport, driven everywhere, and never left in a park on your own. Lodges are secure and staff are used to solo travellers, including many women travelling alone.
The cost
The vehicle and guide cost the same for one person as for two, so the per-person price is higher. Some lodges also charge a single supplement. To keep costs down, choose shorter trips close to Arusha, which are excellent for birding.
One of our reviewers, a solo birder on the 2-day birding tour, saw 22 raptor species in two days. That’s the kind of focus a solo trip allows.
Your questions answered
Can I join a group to save money?
We only run private trips, but we can suggest ways to keep costs down.
Is it safe for a woman to travel alone?
Yes. Many of our solo guests are women, and you’re with your guide or at a secure lodge at all times.
Will I get bored in the vehicle?
Most solo guests find the opposite. Your guide is a great companion and teacher.
