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 holidays

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.

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TRAVELLING SOLO

Embrace solitude

Individual adventures in the wild

Travelling solo means more time to explore nature and connect with the one person that really matters - you. Get out and discover
something new, however you like. Come alone and enjoy the exclusivity of private tours with industry-leading safari guides, or adventure together and enjoy shared experiences with other like-minded travellers.

Solo Journeys

Luxury solo travel the safe way

A solo trip to Africa may just be your biggest adventure yet. But it need not be a scary one. That’s because here at Wilderness, we’ve got you. While you’ll be taking your first steps alone on African soil, and believe us there’s no greater thrill, you can also breathe easy knowing our team of African aficionados is with you every step of the way.

Safety first

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.

Wilderness24

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.

Solo traveller benefits

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.

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.

Wilderness24

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.

Solo traveller benefits

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.

Impact

Journeys

Journey with Wilderness

The Wilderness team is on hand to help you safely discover the world at your own pace. Whether you choose to photograph elephants and lions in Botswana’s Okavango Delta, come face to face with our closest relatives, the mountain gorillas of Rwanda, or restore your soul under a million stars in Namibia, we’re here to make sure your safari is simply unforgettable.

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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.

Featured camps

Solo travellers will find something to fall in love with at each of our camps, but here are a few favourites for those travelling alone.

Wilderness DumaTau

Dine alone or swap stories with other guests while overlooking an expansive lagoon beloved by the local elephants.

Visit DumaTau

Wilderness Little Kulala

This tranquil escape is home to otherworldly dunes, brilliant, starry skies and adventurous exploration.

Visit Little Kulala

Wilderness Toka Leya

Discover the Zambezi River’s wildlife, venture to lively Livingstone, or explore the iconic Victoria Falls.

Visit Toka Leya

Wilderness Bisate

From peaceful nature walks to profound gorilla trekking encounters, Bisate is the perfect place to reconnect.

Visit Bisate Lodge

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Explore more safari experiences

From walking safaris to honeymoon escapes, there are many ways to explore Africa with Wilderness. Find the experience that's right for you.

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Family safaris

Expert-guided family adventures across Africa, tailored for every age — from Bush Buddy walks to helicopter rides.

Family Safari

Wilderness Experiences Nature Walk Rwanda

Walking safaris

Step into the wild on foot with expert armed guides. The closest you'll get to Africa's raw, unhurried rhythm.

Walking safari

Couples' safaris

Romantic wildlife experiences for two. Private concessions, Star Beds and sundowners in the wild.

Couples safari

Expand your senses at the Sanctuary at Mombo from the aromatherapy and beyond

Wellness safaris

Restorative safaris combining nature, spa treatments and mindful experiences in remote wilderness.

Photography safaris

Expert guides, private hides and exclusive access to Africa's most photogenic wilderness areas.

Wilderness Mombo Botswana Hippo In Water

Water-based safaris

Explore Africa by mokoro, boat and canoe across the Okavango Delta and the Zambezi River.

Water-based safari

Conservation safaris

Travel with purpose. Every Wilderness journey directly funds wildlife protection and local communities.

Conservation safaris

Wilderness Experiences Private Safari Game Drive

Private safaris

Exclusively yours. Dedicated guides, private vehicles and camps tailored entirely around you.

Private safaris

Honeymoon safaris

Begin married life in Africa's most romantic wild spaces. Exclusive camps, Star Beds and private concessions.

Honeymoon Safari

Group safaris

Shared adventures for families, friends and celebrations. Private concessions and exclusive-use camps.

Group safari

Frequently asked questions

What you need to know

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AN UNFORGETTABLE SAFARI

Travel solo with Wilderness

Solo travel has never felt so easy, inspiring, and rewarding. Speak to our specialists to get your dream solo safari tailored to perfection.

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Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all. Whether your passion is looking for rare birds in a wild wetland, tracking rhinos on foot, or soaring high over desert moonscapes, a luxury solo travel experience is all about you, and those experiences you might only ever imagined were possible. Get inspired for your next solo adventure and dare to make your dreams come true with Wilderness.

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