Are solo safaris safe?

Thanks to Wilderness24, our always-on incident management team, and our dedicated staff and guides, who follow rigorous safety protocols, you are always in good hands at our camps.

Do I pay a single supplement?

Unlike other operators, Wilderness does not require you to pay a single supplement fee for two-person accommodations.

Will I meet other travellers?

If you prefer to keep to yourself, that’s your choice. But there will certainly be opportunities to make some friends along your journey.

Can I join group activities?

We do our best to accommodate each guest’s needs. So, if you and other guests are happy to do an activity together, we’re happy to oblige.

Which regions suit solo travellers best?

There’s something for everyone at all of our destinations, but Namibia has proved a particularly popular destination for solo travellers.

THE FREEDOM OF SOLO TRAVEL

Solo safari

There’s nothing quite like a solo adventure, and with Wilderness, we make sure your journey is authentic and transformative. Experience the joy of going alone without the burden of planning every detail yourself. Our expert Travel Designers and safari guides make sure your time in the wild is exactly what you dreamed of: eye-opening, tailored to you, safe, and hassle-free.

Home Safari Types of safari Solo safari

Why Wilderness?

Adventure, relaxation, culture, conservation? Whatever excites you, we’ll tailor an entire itinerary around it.

Your dedicated Travel Designer will plan all your logistics and costs, and our 24/7 support team will be on call for any questions you may have – or special requests to make your time with us even more memorable.

We’ll handle the fine print. You enjoy the safari of a lifetime.

The perfect solo trip

With Wilderness, solo travel is a dream. Whether you’re here to connect with strangers or to spend time in blissful seclusion, we make your solo safari everything you want it be.

In safe hands

As solo as you like

On your own time

Your impact

In safe hands

Our staff always put your safety first. But if a problem should arise, Wilderness24 – our pioneering 24/7/365 incident management team – is immediately available to assist. They handle every emergency, from lost luggage to injuries – even in our very remote locations. For any trip-related incident, Wilderness24 has over a decade of experience taking care of our guests.

As solo as you like

Throughout your journey, your guide will be your window into the wild, as well as a dinner companion should you want company. Sharing stories is a magical part of travel, so you’re always welcome to join other travellers for a meal or a game-drive if you’re craving connection. Here for total seclusion? We’ll respect that, too.

On your own time

Too sleepy for the sunrise game drive? No problem. Let us know when you’d like to rise, rest, or explore, and we’ll happily work around you. While we love to plan itineraries for you, they are more than flexible once you arrive. It’s your trip after all – so enjoy the freedom to choose.

Your impact

Simply by travelling with us, you help us fund conservation and community empowerment initiatives across Africa. Through the three pillars of our Impact framework – Educate, Empower, and Protect – we help protect wild spaces, support the people who depend on them, and safeguard wildlife for future generations.

In safe hands

Our staff always put your safety first. But if a problem should arise, Wilderness24 – our pioneering 24/7/365 incident management team – is immediately available to assist. They handle every emergency, from lost luggage to injuries – even in our very remote locations. For any trip-related incident, Wilderness24 has over a decade of experience taking care of our guests.

As solo as you like

Throughout your journey, your guide will be your window into the wild, as well as a dinner companion should you want company. Sharing stories is a magical part of travel, so you’re always welcome to join other travellers for a meal or a game-drive if you’re craving connection. Here for total seclusion? We’ll respect that, too.

On your own time

Too sleepy for the sunrise game drive? No problem. Let us know when you’d like to rise, rest, or explore, and we’ll happily work around you. While we love to plan itineraries for you, they are more than flexible once you arrive. It’s your trip after all – so enjoy the freedom to choose.

Your impact

Simply by travelling with us, you help us fund conservation and community empowerment initiatives across Africa. Through the three pillars of our Impact framework – Educate, Empower, and Protect – we help protect wild spaces, support the people who depend on them, and safeguard wildlife for future generations.

Exclusive offers

Don’t pay for two just because you’re in a two-person suite. With us, solo travellers pay only for themselves.

Solo traveller benefits

Alone in the wild

Whether shared with a guide, a handful of strangers, or enjoyed in blissful privacy, the wild stirs the soul.

‘Solo travel strikes a deep chord. I experienced the magic of being alone in the wild, but thanks to my guide, solitude never turned to loneliness. Connecting with myself, with nature, and with new people was so healing’. – MH, Wilderness Savuti review, 2025.

Solo experiences you’ll love

Simply being in the wild is enough to make your trip unforgettable, but these experiences sing for solo travellers.

Walking safaris

Hides

Wellness in the wild

Conservation experiences

Walking safaris

Slow down and take notice of the little things on an enlightening walk with your guide. Whether solo or with a small group, walking in the wild ignites the senses and truly grounds you.

Walking safari

Hides

At our hides (strategically and safely placed near busy waterholes), the wildlife comes within arm’s reach of you, making for a profound experience that brings you firmly into the present moment. Speak to a Travel Designer to find a camp with a hide.

Wellness in the wild

Indulge in a massage from the comfort of your suite, or spend a few hours in our dedicated wellness spaces, the Sanctuaries. Let your Travel Designer know you’re seeking wellness and they’ll select the perfect camp for your itinerary.

The Sanctuary at Mombo - Wellness Centre

Local communities in Sabyinyo Rwanda are part of the cultural experience

Conservation experiences

Visit a local village and learn how communities coexist with wildlife; track rhinos with a team of anti-poachers; or help our reforestation by planting your own sapling. Our experts will help you find experiences that move you and make a difference.

Walking safaris

Slow down and take notice of the little things on an enlightening walk with your guide. Whether solo or with a small group, walking in the wild ignites the senses and truly grounds you.

Walking safari

Hides

At our hides (strategically and safely placed near busy waterholes), the wildlife comes within arm’s reach of you, making for a profound experience that brings you firmly into the present moment. Speak to a Travel Designer to find a camp with a hide.

Wellness in the wild

Indulge in a massage from the comfort of your suite, or spend a few hours in our dedicated wellness spaces, the Sanctuaries. Let your Travel Designer know you’re seeking wellness and they’ll select the perfect camp for your itinerary.

The Sanctuary at Mombo - Wellness Centre

Conservation experiences

Visit a local village and learn how communities coexist with wildlife; track rhinos with a team of anti-poachers; or help our reforestation by planting your own sapling. Our experts will help you find experiences that move you and make a difference.