Seniors Travel Guide

When I started planning safaris for older travelers who were also into photography, I realized something quickly: they don’t want to “snap and go.”

When I first started helping clients plan trips around the Great Migration, I thought it was as simple as picking a month and saying, “Let’s go.”

I used to think people booked safaris based solely on wildlife — you know, “When can I see the Great Migration?

When I first started planning safaris, I used to think everyone wanted to travel in July or August — peak Great Migration time, right? But the more I worked with retired travelers, the more I realized that shoulder seasons are where the real magic happens. They’re quieter, gentler, and honestly… smarter for seniors.

I’ve lost count of how many times a client asked me, “When’s the best time to see everything but without the crowds or the crazy heat?”

Let’s face it—nobody dreams of spending their once-in-a-lifetime safari sweating through their shirt in a packed 4×4, squinting past a dozen other jeeps to catch a glimpse of a lion’s ear…

Let me be honest—every time someone asks me, “Is it too hot for seniors to safari in January or February?”, I pause for a second. Because, well…

Let’s be real—safari travel isn’t just about spotting the Big Five or catching sunsets over the savannah. It’s about comfort, timing, and…

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