Collette expands African safari lineup

Collette is expanding its African safari portfolio with new tours, updated accommodations and added inventory in key regions.

The guided travel company says the collection is designed to help travel advisors sell safari travel as demand for the region grows.

Collette has operated in Africa for more than 30 years. 

Its African Safari Collection includes itineraries across Africa and Southern Africa, with wildlife viewing, cultural experiences and on-tour support.

“As demand for safari grows, advisors want partners they can trust to deliver exceptional experiences,” said Jaclyn Leibl-Cote, president and CEO of Collette. 

“Our teams on the ground bring deep regional knowledge and a passion for travel, creating itineraries advisors can recommend with confidence.”

The collection includes first-time safaris as well as multi-country journeys.

Collette says its tours include balanced pacing, curated accommodations and cultural experiences for travellers looking beyond a traditional game drive.

For advisors, Collette says the collection is designed to be easier to sell through expert-designed itineraries, local destination knowledge, premium lodges and tented camps, competitive pricing and built-in experiences such as community visits and conservation-focused activities.

The company also points to its Travel Protection Plan, which includes cancellation up to 24 hours before departure, as well as 24/7 on-tour emergency support.

“We’ve always believed a successful safari is about more than wildlife sightings,” said Ana Rooney, vice president of tour design and operations. 

“It’s about creating journeys that feel personal, well-paced, and deeply connected to the destination. That resonates with travellers and helps advisors build retention in their business.”

Collette says it is investing in its African portfolio with updated accommodations, new inventory in regions such as Namibia and South Africa’s Kruger National Park and expanded cultural and impact-driven experiences across itineraries.

The lineup includes African Safari: Kenya & Tanzania; Exploring South Africa, Victoria Falls & Botswana; Namibia & South Africa: Epic Landscapes & Wildlife; The Plains of Africa; Wilderness of Southern Africa: Safari by Land & Water; Cape Town to Cairo: The Ultimate African Expedition and Iconic South Africa.

Wilderness of Southern Africa: Safari by Land & Water, Cape Town to Cairo: The Ultimate African Expedition and Iconic South Africa are new tours.

The tours are supported by Collette’s travel advisor resources, including the Travel Advisor Portal and Advisor Network.

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