Tailor-Made Travel to Africa Custom Safaris, Tours, Family Vacations and Honeymoons
We'll adjust any of our pre-designed itineraries or create a custom package from scratch to match your unique trip needs. Bespoke travel to Africa has been our specialty since 1998.
Help Me PlanYour Personal Adventure
The more information you provide about your planned African vacation, the easier it will be for us to present a suitable proposal.
African Sky’s Countries of Expertise
Our suggestions are based on over 25 years of experience, with hands-on insight into conducting travel services in Southern Africa.
The Tailor-Making Process
The steps in creating tailor-made African travel adventures are outlined below. The process can be finalized in a day or two, but usually takes about a week of communication to arrive at a suitable custom itinerary.
Request
Submit your request via our website with timing, trip length, party size, rooming, interests, areas, and preferred accommodation level/type.
Questions and clarification
We evaluate your request. A consultant may ask for additional information to ensure we have the details needed to compile the first itinerary.
Initial proposal
Within 24 hours of receiving answers, we compile a detailed tailor-made itinerary with costs. This forms the basis for refinements.
Communication, refinement, and final proposal
We discuss changes and questions, update proposals, and iterate until you’re happy with the package.
Booking
Once you’re ready to book, we confirm services with suppliers and send a reservation document. A deposit secures the trip; the balance is due 45 days before arrival.
Arrival and service
On arrival you’re met for a well-planned adventure. Private tours are fully escorted; for safari/honeymoon packages, a representative assists with reviews and connections.
What We Will Take Into Account
When tailoring an African travel service, we consider multiple aspects to ensure an enjoyable vacation that meets expectations.
Client interests, preferences, and needs
We match destinations and activities to your interests. Dining and accommodation reflect your preferences, with special needs accommodated where required.
Duration and time of year
Some areas shine at specific times. We design a logical flow and sufficient time per stop to avoid the “too much in too little time” trap.
Size of traveling party
Party size influences camp options (many lodge capacities are limited) and activity availability.
Budget
Budget shapes destinations and logistics. Botswana’s remote camps and charters trend higher; South Africa offers outstanding moderate-priced options.
Local conditions and logistics
Frequent guide travel gives us current, on-the-ground insight to plan seamless routes between remote areas.
Safety and security
We avoid higher-risk areas and focus on safer regions and practices, drawing on local knowledge to minimize risk.
Feedback from previous clients
We incorporate guest feedback and adjust pacing, activities, and properties based on current standards.
Advantages of Custom Travel
Personalization
The itinerary is shaped around your requirements and resources. It typically costs a bit more than a standard package but delivers excellent value.
Suitable for everyone
From extensive private tours to family fly-in safaris or solo getaways, tailor-made aligns the service with your goals and reduces wasted transit time.
Local expertise
On-the-ground knowledge surfaces options you might miss, improves itinerary flow, and can reduce costs via smarter logistics.
Discretion and confidentiality
We handle sensitive arrangements discreetly with long-standing partners and an experienced guiding team.
Access, sensitivity, and satisfaction
Tailor-made can unlock private lodges and experiences, ensure respectful cultural interactions, and support sustainability for more meaningful travel.
