Inspiration Guide for Your 2026 Adventure
What Will Shape Your 2026 Story?
We know choosing your next adventure isn’t always as easy as it might sound. Africa holds so many once-in-a-lifetime experiences that it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when looking at all the options.
Maybe you’re someone drawn to wide savanna horizons, or someone rushing toward a summit sunrise, or perhaps you’re dreaming of not having to choose at all and planning for a double adventure.
This guide is here to spark ideas and help you find the adventure, or adventures, that feel right for you.
And as a little holiday gift, you can now enjoy a seasonal $100–$250 USD off on selected adventures.
🎄 Keep reading to see which two favorites save you $100 USD, and our top 11 combinations that unlock the full $250 USD 👇
Why Tanzania’s Big Five Safari Is a Global Favorite
The Tanzania Big Five Safari remains one of our most booked journeys year after year, and for good reason. It’s the kind of trip that imprints itself on your memory forever and delivers the feeling many imagine when they think about Africa, wide open plains, warm colors, and wildlife everywhere.
What makes it a bestseller
🦁 Iconic wildlife moments in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro that feel almost unreal
🌍 A seamless flow between ecosystems as the landscape shifts around you
🧭 Guides who bring everything to life and turn every sighting into a story
🌿 A true sense of being part of nature rather than only observing
🎄 Holiday Deal
Book any Big Five Safari in Tanzania and get $100 USD off per person, or combine it with any second adventure and save $250 USD off per person.
A Kilimanjaro Summit That Stays With You Forever
Kilimanjaro is also at the top of traveler favorites, and this journey to the summit becomes a personal milestone for many.
Why travelers fall in love with Kilimanjaro
⛰️ It’s achievable, and you don’t need climbing experience, only determination, preparation, and expert support
🌦️ Every day is different, from rainforest to alpine desert to glacier views, and no two days ever feel the same
🌅 The summit sunrise is hard to put into words. If you know, you know
💛 Many say they leave the mountain with a new sense of strength and clarity
WAT’s mountain teams
We are just as experienced on the mountain as we are in the national parks. Our teams know every detail of the routes, the weather patterns, the pacing and the acclimatization process. They guide and support you through every stage and share knowledge that stays with you long after the climb is over.
As a fellow climber said recently, “I arrived as a visitor and left with a new understanding of the mountain, the environment and myself.”
🎄 Holiday Deal
Book any Kilimanjaro climb and get $100 USD off per person, or combine it with any second adventure and save $250 USD off per person.
📅 The offer is valid from December 9 to January 6
Not Sure Where to Begin? Here Are Eleven Adventures Worth Considering
A simple way to start making a decision is to look at what you want to feel during your journey.
🦁 If you want wildlife and dramatic scenery → start with the Big Five Safari
⛰️ If you want a personal challenge with a powerful reward → choose Kilimanjaro
🌍 If you want the ultimate combination → choose both
✨ If you want something different → consider Uganda, Namibia, Botswana or Zanzibar
It’s up to you! A classic safari, a mountain challenge, or the joy of combining two adventures? This holiday offer gives you a little extra encouragement to take the step you have been thinking about.
1-7 – East Africa Double-Adventures 🐘
Pair two of East Africa’s most iconic experiences for a seamless, high-impact journey.
1. Any Big Five Safari in Tanzania + Zanzibar Beaches
Start with classic wildlife on Tanzania’s legendary plains, then unwind with warm evenings, soft sands, and turquoise waves on Zanzibar.
Perfect for: couples, honeymooners, families, and anyone wanting a soft, relaxing finale after safari days.
→ See Big Five Safari in Tanzania
→ See Extended Big Five Safari in Tanzania
→ Discover Zanzibar (3, 4 & 7 Days)
2. Any Big Five Safari in Tanzania + Kenya Safari (Masai Mara)
Combine Tanzania’s classic Big Five circuit with Kenya’s Masai Mara – two iconic safari systems, one unforgettable journey.
Perfect for: travelers wanting the best of both wildlife worlds without choosing.
→ See Big Five Safari in Tanzania
→ See Extended Big Five Safari in Tanzania
→ Explore Kenya Safaris
3. Kilimanjaro (any route) + Masai Mara (Kenya)
Pair your summit with Kenya’s world-famous Mara, home to golden savannas, big cats, and dramatic wildlife encounters.
Perfect for: safari lovers, photographers, and travelers wanting a cross-border adventure with iconic landscapes.
→ Explore Kilimanjaro Routes
→ Explore Kenya Safaris
4. Kilimanjaro (any route) + Zanzibar Beaches
Summit the Roof of Africa, then recharge with tropical waters, slow days, and island calm on Zanzibar – the perfect post-climb balance.
Perfect for: climbers needing recovery, couples wanting contrast, and anyone craving high adventure followed by soft rest.
→ Explore Kilimanjaro Routes
→ Discover Zanzibar (3, 4 & 7 Days)
5. Kilimanjaro (any route) + Tanzania Safari
Climb Kilimanjaro and follow it with the perfect reward – a Big Five safari across Tanzania’s sweeping plains and rich wildlife ecosystems.
Perfect for: “go big” adventurers, photographers, and anyone wanting to experience East Africa’s two greatest icons in one trip.
→ Explore Kilimanjaro Routes
→ Discover Tanzania Safaris
6. Any Big Five Safari in Tanzania + Gorillas in Uganda
From big cats on the savanna to mist-covered jungles and close-up encounters with mountain gorillas – this is East Africa at its most unforgettable.
Perfect for: wildlife lovers, photographers, and travelers seeking rare, once-in-a-lifetime moments.
→ See Big Five Safari in Tanzania
→ See Extended Big Five Safari in Tanzania
→ Explore Uganda’s Gorilla Trek
7. Kilimanjaro (any route) + Gorillas in Uganda
Climb to the Roof of Africa, then set off into Uganda’s misty forests for an unforgettable mountain gorilla encounter, one of the rarest wildlife experiences on Earth.
Perfect for: big-dream adventurers, wildlife lovers, and travelers wanting two of East Africa’s most iconic challenges in one journey.
→ Kilimanjaro Routes
→ Uganda Gorilla Treks
8-11 – East Africa + Southern Africa Double-Adventures 🏜️
Kilimanjaro summit mornings paired with deserts, deltas, or world-famous waterfalls.
8. Any Big Five Safari in Tanzania + Namibia’s Desert Landscapes
From rich wildlife and big savanna skies to Namibia’s iconic red dunes and surreal desert light – this is one of Africa’s greatest visual contrasts.
Perfect for: travelers who want classic Big Five safari followed by dramatic, cinematic landscapes.
→ See Big Five Safari in Tanzania
→ See Extended Big Five Safari in Tanzania
→ Discover Namibia’s Landscapes
9. Any Big Five Safari in Tanzania + Botswana Delta & Victoria Falls
Start with Tanzania’s wildlife-rich plains, then continue south to Botswana’s quiet delta waterways, finishing with the thunder and mist of Victoria Falls.
Perfect for: high-end safari lovers, honeymooners, and travelers wanting a multi-country, multi-ecosystem adventure.
→ See Big Five Safari in Tanzania
→ See Extended Big Five Safari in Tanzania
→ Discover Botswana & Victoria Falls
10. Kilimanjaro (any route) + Namibia’s Desert Landscapes
Go from snow-dusted summit mornings on Kilimanjaro to Namibia’s sculpted red dunes and vast desert horizons – a striking contrast in one journey.
Perfect for: photographers, contrast-lovers, and travelers wanting bold, dramatic scenery.
→ Explore Kilimanjaro Routes
→ Discover Namibia’s Landscapes
11. Kilimanjaro (any route) + Botswana Delta & Victoria Falls
From the Roof of Africa to Botswana’s quiet delta channels and the thunder of Victoria Falls – a premium, multi-country adventure.
Perfect for: big-dream travelers, honeymooners, and anyone seeking diverse landscapes in one trip.
→ Explore Kilimanjaro Routes
→ Discover Botswana & Victoria Falls
How the Offer Works
Option 1 – Save $100 USD
1️⃣ Book one of our two holiday favorites: Big Five Tanzania or a Kilimanjaro climb
2️⃣ Get $100 USD off per person
Option 2 – Save $250 USD
1️⃣ Combine with any additional adventure
2️⃣ Get $250 USD off per person
Traveling solo? Rest assured, we’ll place you in one of our group departures so you can take full advantage of the offer without missing a thing.
📅 Valid December 9 – January 6
📝 Booking request must be submitted by January 6
✔️ Final booking must be completed by January 31
Your Next Chapter Starts Here
Wherever your next adventure begins, we are here to help you bring it to life.
Africa offers moments that stay with you for a lifetime, and choosing your journey can be just as meaningful as taking it.
👇 Ready to plan your 2026 adventure? Explore all valid trips here👇