
Dear Traveler,
For over 44 years, Born Free Safaris has been designing very special journeys throughout the world. When the company was first founded, in addition to Africa, we created trips to South America, India, and Australia. Africa became so popular that we concentrated in the continent as our primary destination. Today, due to requests from many of our repeat travelers we've decided to again feature select world destinations with the same creativity and care as we do in Africa. We have partnered with a major nature travel company to offer trips to the Galapagos, Antarctica, a very special polar bear safari and our own unique Born Free journeys to additional select destinations.
Born Free's start was when I was personally selected to organize fundraising safaris in the late 70's to Kenya for Joy Adamson, who wrote the best-selling book and subsequent film 'Born Free' about her life in the bush with the lioness Elsa. Ms. Adamson greeted each initial travel group and told stories of her experiences. Seeing the profound impression these safaris made on the participants inspired my life's passion to create journeys to Africa.
Africa has changed quite a bit since I started Born Free Safaris & Tours in 1976. Still spectacular by nature, it is no longer a destination for only the hardcore "adventure seeker". Accommodation and services are world-class. Each country has so much to offer - from the great plains of the Serengeti to the markets of Morocco; from proud Maasai women and warriors, to the Pyramids of Egypt or Cape Town wine country regions - all will leave you spellbound. Africa is for anyone who wants a trip that is out of the ordinary.
I look back to see what mark I will have left ... and without a doubt, what constantly stands out is how many dreams, lifetime journeys and bucket list trips that I have helped make a reality. I invite you to look through this website, see what appeals to or inspires you, then reach out - and I will personally provide the kind of expertise and customer service that matters to the most discriminating travelers.
On most safari websites you will see a section titled "About Us". But at Born Free Safaris --
IT'S NOT ABOUT US. IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU!
We hope you will consider Born Free Safaris & Tours as your partner in creating your dream journey.
Alana Hayden
President & Founder,
Born Free Safaris & Tours
For over 44 years, Born Free Safaris has been designing very special journeys throughout the world. When the company was first founded, in addition to Africa, we created trips to South America, India, and Australia. Africa became so popular that we concentrated in the continent as our primary destination. Today, due to requests from many of our repeat travelers we've decided to again feature select world destinations with the same creativity and care as we do in Africa. We have partnered with a major nature travel company to offer trips to the Galapagos, Antarctica, a very special polar bear safari and our own unique Born Free journeys to additional select destinations.
Born Free's start was when I was personally selected to organize fundraising safaris in the late 70's to Kenya for Joy Adamson, who wrote the best-selling book and subsequent film 'Born Free' about her life in the bush with the lioness Elsa. Ms. Adamson greeted each initial travel group and told stories of her experiences. Seeing the profound impression these safaris made on the participants inspired my life's passion to create journeys to Africa.
Africa has changed quite a bit since I started Born Free Safaris & Tours in 1976. Still spectacular by nature, it is no longer a destination for only the hardcore "adventure seeker". Accommodation and services are world-class. Each country has so much to offer - from the great plains of the Serengeti to the markets of Morocco; from proud Maasai women and warriors, to the Pyramids of Egypt or Cape Town wine country regions - all will leave you spellbound. Africa is for anyone who wants a trip that is out of the ordinary.
I look back to see what mark I will have left ... and without a doubt, what constantly stands out is how many dreams, lifetime journeys and bucket list trips that I have helped make a reality. I invite you to look through this website, see what appeals to or inspires you, then reach out - and I will personally provide the kind of expertise and customer service that matters to the most discriminating travelers.
On most safari websites you will see a section titled "About Us". But at Born Free Safaris --
IT'S NOT ABOUT US. IT'S ALL ABOUT YOU!
We hope you will consider Born Free Safaris & Tours as your partner in creating your dream journey.
Alana Hayden
President & Founder,
Born Free Safaris & Tours
Inspire your journey
This month's featured itineraries
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The Botswana safari in the Okavango is the focus on this trip to Southern Africa, framed by a stop in Victoria Falls and a visit to vibrant Cape Town.Botswana, Vic Falls & Cape Town
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World’s Most Biodiverse Destination
Madagascar is a land of extraordinary discoveries. Home to eccentric species not found anywhere else on earth. Life forms are unique from the plants to the most famous of its wildlife, the lemurs.Madagascar Explorer
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No need to put the safari dream aside if you cannot or prefer not to take anti-malaria pills. South Africa affords phenomenal "Big Five" safari opportunities in malaria free zones.South Africa - Malaria Free
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In-Depth Safari & Cape Town
Classic South Africa highlights a four-day safari in two of the premium Greater Kruger's private reserves. Then fly to vibrant Cape Town with its stunning scenery, historic sites, and world-class restaurants.Classic South Africa
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World’s Most Coveted Small-Group Polar Bear Expedition
Artic Safari in Polar Rovers. Explore the tundra for the world's greatest concentration of polar bears. Dog Sledding in high-latitude boreal forest.Classic Polar Bear Adventure
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In Search of the Migration
The Great Migration moves clockwise through the Serengeti and the Mara in Kenya. Born Free safaris will change base locations to optimize game viewing. Emphasis on this safari is the Serengeti in Tanzania.Migration Safari - Oct to Mid July
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Answers to your questions, expert travel tips, news, reviews and more
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Seeing migrating herds as they move from region to region on their way to various river crossing points is truly one of the great wonders of the natural world. But visits need to be planned carefully to maximize game viewing opportunities.
In Search of The Great Migration
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National Parks should always be an integral part of your safari. However, a stay in a conservancy or private reserve will give you a more intimate experience in the bush. Use this quick guide to learn about these and other differences.
The Difference Between Parks, Reserves & Conservancies
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Many Born Free Safaris staff have traveled to Africa with their own families, and what follows are what we believe are the key elements to planning a family trip to Africa.
Planning a Family Trip to Africa