Best 18 to 29s Africa adventures 2023/24

Looking for the ultimate African adventure? Hakuna Matata!

Whether you want to head off on a classic African safari to spot lions, giraffes and elephants, explore the souks and dunes of Morocco or kick back on the northern beaches of Zanzibar, there’s an African adventure waiting for you.

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Why choose Intrepid

The ultimate adventures

You can’t travel to Africa without considering going on a safari but spending time with local Maasai people in a remote region of Kenya is just as memorable. That’s why we’ve included the big-ticket items, as well as plenty of free time and off-the-grid experiences.

Local leaders, local connections

Travelling with an experienced leader means you can just enjoy the moment, rather than worrying about how to get from Tanzania to Zanzibar! They’ll also share stories and take you to places that only the locals know about.

Small (but not too small) groups

Our groups are made up of 10 travellers on average. That’s big enough to create a good vibe, but small enough to explore a destination independently. And if you’re travelling solo, it’s the perfect number of new friends.

A sustainable way to travel

We believe that travelling sustainably is important. Through our not-for-profit The Intrepid Foundation, we are committed to supporting projects around the world – from reducing carbon in the environment to supporting the livelihoods of local communities.

Stay real in cool places

We think where you lay your head at night can be just as cool as what you see during the day. Whether that be camping on the coast of South Africa or sleeping under the stars in the Sahara Desert.

Make your money go further

You want big-time experiences without the big-time price tag? Our 18 to 29s travel style means staying in simple, well-located accommodation, taking local transport and enjoying tasty local food, so you choose where your spending money goes.

Inclusions

Local leaders with tips and advice.

A comfy place to stay each night.

Transport to get you from A to B.

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Legendary local leaders

As the local experts in each destination, your leader can connect you with experiences you wouldn’t have on your own and make sure you get from A to B smoothly.

Ultimate itineraries

We include both iconic and unexpected experiences in our trips. This means you’ll see the big-ticket attractions of a destination, plus enjoy some surprising local moments too.

Simple, well-located accommodation

All your accommodation is taken care of and on our trips rooming is organised on a twin-share basis. We pair up solo travellers with another traveller of the same gender as per the gender marker on each of their passports. We also have an optional single supplement available on most trips for travellers who prefer to have their own room.

Local, sustainable transport

Getting from one place to another each day is included in your trip experience. We like to do things the local way, which can mean anything from Japanese bullet train to a Thai tuk tuk.

A brand-new crew

Whether you’re travelling solo or with friends from home, you’ll never be travelling alone. With an average group size of 10 people, you’ll never be lacking a dinner buddy or someone to snap a photo of you.

Plenty of downtime

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Reviews

This is a fantastic trip. Saw the Big Five and had wonderful encounters with the big cats including lions, leopards and cheetahs. If you want animals, breathtaking scenery, fresh air, stars and excitement - this trip is for you.

Daniel, Essential East Africa, August 2019.