Elephant reaching up with its trunk to feed on the leaves of a tree, tusks raised

The Middle East’s most exclusive
African safari company

Luxury African Safaris and Privately Guided Journeys

Bespoke journeys across East and Southern Africa, planned by our team around your family, your pace and your budget.

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Crafting journeys. Changing lives.

Luxury travel, focused on eco-tourism and protecting Africa’s wildest regions and animals.

Welcome to Nova Earth Safaris

Looking for a Tailored Safari?

We design and deliver bespoke, privately curated journeys across East and Southern Africa, built around your interests, your travel style and the pace you enjoy.

Our team looks after every detail, from logistics and lodge selection to privacy, comfort and security. Travel with a dedicated private host, or with discreet 24-hour support from our team throughout.

Design Me a Safari

Canopy bed and valley view from a suite at Singita Sasakwa in the Serengeti

Tailored to every detail

Your destinations, family needs, pace and budget shape the whole itinerary.

Privately guided and hosted

Private guides and vehicles, and a Nova Safaris host to travel with you if you wish.

Support throughout

Discreet support from our team, from your first enquiry until you are home.

An experienced team

Deep destination knowledge and hands-on operational experience.

Destinations

Featured Destinations

From the plains of Kenya and Tanzania to Victoria Falls, the gorilla forests of Rwanda and the beaches of Zanzibar.

Elephant throwing dust over its back in front of snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli

Big cats, migration, wild north

Kenya

Explore Kenya →

Cheetah sitting upright on a termite mound above golden grassland under a pale sky

Migration, wild south, remote west

Tanzania

Explore Tanzania →

Blyde River Canyon at sunset, with the river winding between sandstone cliffs and a rocky ledge in the foreground

Big Five, malaria-free reserves

South Africa

Explore South Africa →

Aerial view of Victoria Falls, with spray rising from the gorge between green riverbanks

Victoria Falls, walking safaris

Zimbabwe

Explore Zimbabwe →

Mountain gorilla resting among green leaves and looking towards the camera

Gorillas, chimps and savannah

Rwanda

Explore Rwanda →

Split view of palm trees under a blue sky above the waterline and dolphins swimming below the surface

Beaches, history, island life

Zanzibar

Explore Zanzibar →

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Modern private villa at dusk, with a lawn and an open-plan living area facing the ocean sunset

Cliffside private villa in Cape Town with an infinity pool and terrace overlooking the Atlantic at dusk

Lit lap pool and terrace of a private villa at dusk, with a sea view and the mountainside beyond

Cape Town Villas and Safari

A Private Villa by the Atlantic, Then the Bush

Begin with a few unhurried days in Cape Town, in a private villa in Camps Bay, Clifton or around the V&A Waterfront. Then fly to the Greater Kruger or the Eastern Cape for a few nights on safari.

We arrange villas chosen around your family or group, along with your chauffeur, flights and transfers, and our team, working across Dubai, the United States and South Africa, plans the whole journey from start to finish.

Thinking about the next school holidays? The villas that suit larger families are often reserved early, so it helps to start the conversation soon.

Discover Cape Town Villas

Plan Your Journey

“Africa changes you forever, like nowhere on earth. Once you have been there, you will never be the same.”
Brian Jackman

Ways to travel

Tailored Safaris

Three ways to travel with us, each one planned around you.

Woman relaxing in an outdoor bathtub on a lodge deck while elephants cross a river

With your own host

Exclusive Safaris

Accompanied by one of our Nova Safaris hosts, with a private vehicle and guide, and privacy throughout.

Exclusive Safaris →

Morning coffee by lantern light at a tented camp in Kenya

Without a private host

Classic Safaris

For guests who don’t need a private host, with food, drinks and transfers included.

Classic Safaris →

Hot air balloons drifting over the savanna with zebras grazing below

Built around your budget

Design my Safari

Tell us your budget, destinations and wildlife wish list, and we design the itinerary around them.

Design my Safari →

Private plunge pool and two loungers on a wooden lodge deck under the trees

Honeymoons

Honeymoon in the Wild

We’re often asked which country is best for a honeymoon. The answer depends on the two of you, but a safari in East or Southern Africa belongs high on any list.

Picture quiet game drives in places such as the Maasai Mara, the Serengeti and the Greater Kruger, sundowners in the bush and lodges designed for privacy. Choose a safari on its own, or finish with a few slow days on the beach.

Design My Honeymoon

How it works

From First Hello to Home Again

Tell us your ideas

Send us a message on WhatsApp, call us or fill in our Design My Safari form.

Plan it together

On a short call we talk through who is coming, your dates, budget and wish list.

Your tailored proposal

We choose the destinations and lodges, check availability and send a proposal you can refine.

Travel with support

Once you are happy, we confirm every booking and transfer, and stay in touch until you are home.

Young elephant walking towards the camera through dry grass, with another elephant behind

Guest reviews

What Our Guests Say

Reviews from our guests on Google.

    
 
 
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   Paolo Misurale 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an absolutely exceptional experience with Nova Earth Safaris, and in particular with Joshua and his lovely staff, who organised an unforgettable family journey for us (11 pax) this summer through Zimbabwe and Zanzibar.

From our very first conversations, Joshua was far more than simply someone organising a holiday: he became a trusted partner in designing the trip, taking the time to understand our family requirements, what we enjoyed, how we like to travel, and what would make the experience truly special for all of us. His knowledge of Africa, his judgement and his recommendations were outstanding. In fact, some of the most extraordinary places we visited were destinations we probably would never even have considered without his advice ... and they turned out to be among the highlights of our entire journey.

The level of care and attention throughout the planning process was remarkable. Joshua was always available, responsive, patient and thoughtful, with every detail handled professionally and with a very personal touch. Everything felt carefully considered rather than simply taken from a "standard template".

Most importantly, the trip itself was simply outstanding. We travelled as a family across 3 generations (including parents in their 80s) and came back home with memories that will stay with us for a lifetime. It is not easy to create an experience that works so beautifully for different ages and interests, but Joshua and his team managed to do exactly that with passion and genuine care.

Beyond the professionalism, Joshua is also simply a wonderful person to deal with: warm, genuine, enthusiastic and clearly passionate about what he does. By the end of the journey, the relationship felt much more personal than that of a client and travel company.

We are truly grateful to Joshua and the entire Nova Safaris team for introducing us to such extraordinary corners of Africa and for making this trip so special for us.

We would recommend Nova Earth Safaris without hesitation and will certainly be speaking to Joshua again when the time comes to plan our next African adventure!
  
 
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   A Almehairbi 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nova Safaris planned a beautiful South African holiday for our family, including Cape Town and Kwandwe Private Game Reserve. The whole journey was organised with great care, and every destination worked perfectly together. The team has excellent knowledge of South Africa and the safari industry.
  
 
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   hessa Almansoori 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Cape Grace was a perfect hotel choice for our family. The location, rooms and service were excellent. Nova Safaris made sure all our different room requirements were arranged correctly before we arrived.
  
 
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   snogumz 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. From our Cape Town activities to the smallest details of our safari, Nova Safaris handled everything professionally. The team was always available and quickly helped when we had a question or wanted to adjust our plans. We felt supported throughout our journey. highly recommended.
  
 
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   MMA 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our experience with Nova Earth Safaris was absolutely exceptional from start to finish. Every detail of the trip was perfectly organized, making the entire safari seamless, stress-free, and unforgettable. The team was professional, responsive, and genuinely passionate about creating a memorable experience.

The accommodations exceeded our expectations, the safari guides were knowledgeable and friendly, and every game drive offered incredible wildlife sightings. Their attention to detail, personalized service, and commitment to guest satisfaction truly set them apart.

If you’re looking for a safari company that combines professionalism, luxury, adventure, and authentic experiences, I highly recommend Nova Earth Safaris. Thank you for creating memories that will last a lifetime—we can’t wait to travel with you again!
  
 
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   latifa almansoori 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. the effort put into making my stay/vacation pleasant needed a 5 star. 24 hours and instant services + planning and suggestions on where to go. customer care 100%. most of my planning were short noticed however they catered to all my needs. thank you for a memorable vacation.
  
 
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   Nick Dio 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. insane experience with nova. we had weddings on consecutive weekends in italy and poland and they helped us squeeze in 4 nights and 5 days in tanzania at singita. great assist with getting us locked in at the 11th hour & making sure we were well taken care of throughout. highly recommend. @nickdio on instagram to see some videos from the trip.
  
 
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   aysha abdulla 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. josh was so helpful he manage everything from A to Z with a very competitive price, the experience is unforgettable , we trusted him and his choice was beyond our expectation
  
 
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   salama alshaiba 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. كانت تجربة رائعة مع Nova Earth Safaris! بصراحة وايد سهلوا علينا كل شي، من أول تواصل وهم متعاونين لأبعد حد. ساعدونا في كل الحجوزات، وكانوا دوم موجودين للرد على أي استفسار. تعاملهم راقٍ وخدمتهم ممتازة، حسيت إني أتعامل مع ناس يهتمون فعلاً إن الرحلة تكون مميزة ومرتبة على أعلى مستوى. أنصح الكل يتعامل معاهم 👌🏼
  
 
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   Tom Hudd 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an unforgettable 7-day safari in Kenya with our twin toddlers, and I can't thank the Nova Safaris team enough. Every detail was thought through, from kid-friendly transfers to personalized lodge experiences that kept both us and our little ones happy. The lodges were stunning, staff went above and beyond, and our private guide Joffers had endless patience with the kids. Huge thanks to the whole team. we’ll be back!
  
 
  
  
 
 
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