Africa off the beaten track

Want to join us on an exploration of pure Africa? Far away from the crowds, close to the locals. Get to know vibrant cultures, meet local communities, and experience nature in unforgettable ways. Customize your ultimate trip!

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They love our personal approach, authentic destinations, and flexibility.

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5,000+ travelers

discovered Africa with us

We've been creating trips for all types of travelers for 10 years - from families to friend groups to couples.

Who Will You Explore With?

It's time to push the boundaries of your comfort zone! Hop in a 4x4 with your family and gaze at the thundering elephants, embark on a multi-day hike with friends through the Taita Hills, or explore the narrow streets of Mombasa on a streetfood tour with your loved one.

Family Travel

Family Travel

Lovebirds

Lovebirds

Travel with friends

Travel with friends

Solo group travel

Solo group travel

Taste the adventures of other travelers

We had a wonderful trip, “made by” Charlie’s Travels thanks to the great advice from this company. All our wishes came true. Beautiful accommodations, unique experiences, the best driver ever, and everything we hoped for!

Marion
Familiereis
eSwatini

Together with Charlie’s Travels and my fellow board members, I discovered South Africa, Swaziland and Mozambique in 2.5 weeks. Sleeping in tents on the beach or in the wilderness, hiking through Swaziland, Ocean Safari, Game drives, this trip had it all. I recommend everyone to let Charlie’s Travels help you find the perfect trip! 

Lieke
Lustrumreis
Lustrum – eSwatini

Travelling around South Africa with a group of girls has never been easier. Thanks to Charlie’s Travels, our trip consisted of the perfect balance of relaxation, adventure and good food to suit our needs and, also important for students, our budget.

Emma
Lustrumreis
Lustrum – Zuid-Afrika

I definitely recommend traveling with Charlie’s Travels! Everything is well organized, but also the positive impact they have on the locals and country – that’s what makes them so outstanding if you ask me.

Joop
Lovebirds
eSwatini

Great young and ambitious travel company with boots on the ground in Africa. We travelled with them through South Africa and Namibia. They made great experiences/activities possible that we would never have discovered on our own otherwise. For the next trip to Africa, I will definitely contact them again. 

Maike
Travel with friends
Namibië

What a fantastic honeymoon we had with Charlie’s Travels! In just 19 days, we visited three countries: South Africa, Swaziland, and Mozambique. We spent a few nights sleeping under the stars in our personal camper and a few nights in luxury accommodations. Everything was wonderfully organized!

Martin
Lovebirds
eSwatini

We had a FANTASTIC TRAVEL thanks to Charlie’s Travels! We had the best driver/guide and everyone was very welcoming. Everyone was on time. We had a really good time there! We went with a group of 8. THANK YOU!!!

Barbara
Lustrumreis
Lustrum – Namibië

We chose Charlie’s Travels because we had quick and good contact with them, we got a good plan right away that appealed to us, it is a Dutch organisation that is on the ground AND they have a good reputation.

Ro
Lovebirds
Namibië

We put together the trip of our dreams and are incredibly grateful for all the help. Everything was perfect! I don’t normally write reviews, but they really deserve it.

Sander
Travel with friends
Botswana

We booked a self-drive tour through Charlie’s Travels that started in Windhoek, Namibia, and ended in Maun, Botswana. The great thing about Charlie’s Travels was that they listened to our needs and exceeded our expectations. For sure, our next self-drive tour in Africa will be through Charlie’s Travels again

Tim
Lustrumreis
Lustrum – Botswana
Kenya

Kenya Mighty Nature, the Big Five, and vibrant kenyan tribes

Kenya is for the traveler who wants to experience it all. Enjoy motorcycle adventures in Magadi, spot zebras from the back of a horse, or climb the rock walls of Mount Kenya.

Uganda

Tarzan jungles, green cityscapes and mountain gorillas

From gorilla trekking to a motorbike ride past temples and mosques in green Kampala. Uganda has been crowned the Pearl of Africa for a reason. Ready to discover it for yourself?

Botswana

Salt pans, mokoro boat trips and endless savannahs

Safari paradise with a slightly more luxurious edge. Explore the Okovango Delta in a boat made of a hollowed-out tree trunk, spot the big five from the air (!) and come face to face with rhinos.

Not to be missed

Self-drive adventure through magical Namibia

Wow, Namibia's landscapes are epic and you will experience it all your own way on this trip. Ultimate freedom! Complement your trip with a hike through Damaraland, a kayaking trip in a river canyon or go mountain biking through the desert.

Endless Travel Inspiration

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Our positive impact locally
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