Student & Study Tour Safaris
Study tour safaris for schools, colleges and universities. Hands-on learning in conservation, ecology and culture across Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Namibia and Botswana.
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Study Tour Safaris That Bring Learning to Life
Study tour safaris take learning out of the classroom and into some of the world’s most important ecosystems. Students see wildlife conservation, ecology, geography and community development in action, guided by people who live and work in these landscapes. It’s the kind of trip that shapes careers and changes how young people see the world.
All our study tour safaris are private and built around your learning goals. Group leaders get detailed itineraries, safety information and one point of contact from planning to departure. Students can pay individually, and for every 6 paying travellers the 7th place is free, ideal for teachers and group leaders.
School Trips to Africa
School groups need structure, safety and plenty to discover. We plan clear daily schedules, choose secure, full-board lodges and camps, and work with experienced guides who know how to engage young people. Learning themes can include wildlife, the Great Rift Valley, conservation and the cultures of East Africa.
We agree supervision arrangements with you before travel and share all the information parents need.
Safety First
Secure lodges, reliable vehicles and experienced guides.
Learning Themes
Wildlife, geography, conservation and culture.
Full-Board Options
Meals included at lodges and camps for simplicity.
Supervised Activities
Clear plans agreed with teachers before travel.
University Field Trips & Research
For students of ecology, conservation biology, wildlife management, tourism or geography, a safari is a living laboratory. We arrange visits to conservancies and research projects, talks with rangers and conservationists, and fieldwork in the Great Rift Valley.
Many groups combine national parks run by the Kenya Wildlife Service with community conservancies, to compare how different conservation models work on the ground.
Field Research
Fieldwork and data collection in real ecosystems.
Conservation Projects
Rhino sanctuaries, conservancies and research centres.
Rift Valley Geology
Volcanoes, lakes and escarpments up close.
Expert Talks
Rangers and conservationists share their work.
Community & Cultural Learning
Learning about Africa means meeting its people. Students can visit local schools, take part in tree-planting projects and spend time with Maasai and Samburu communities to understand how traditional life and conservation connect.
These exchanges are often the highlight of study tour safaris, building understanding and friendships that last.
Community Projects
Meaningful visits that give something back.
Tree Planting
Help restore forests and wildlife habitats.
Cultural Exchange
Time with Maasai and Samburu communities.
School Visits
Meet students and teachers at local schools.
Good to Know for Study Tour Safaris
- Supervision: we agree supervision arrangements with group leaders before travel.
- Age limits: some activities have minimum ages, for example gorilla trekking is for ages 15 and over.
- Free places: for every 6 paying travellers, the 7th place is free, ideal for teachers and leaders.
- Individual payments: each student or family can pay their own share.
- Insurance: we recommend travel insurance for every student.
Popular Destinations for Study Tour Safaris
Every country we cover offers its own lessons.
Kenya
Masai Mara, Nairobi National Park and Lake Nakuru.
Tanzania
Serengeti ecology and the Ngorongoro Crater.
Uganda & Rwanda
Primate research and rainforest conservation.
Namibia & Botswana
Desert and Okavango Delta ecosystems.
Study Tour Safari FAQs
Yes. We use secure lodges, reliable vehicles and experienced guides, and agree supervision arrangements with your group leaders before travel.
For every 6 paying travellers, the 7th place is free, so teachers and group leaders can often travel at no cost.
Yes. Each student or family can pay their own share directly.
Yes. Tell us your learning goals and we’ll build the itinerary around them, including talks, project visits and fieldwork.
Yes. Gorilla trekking permits in Uganda and Rwanda are for ages 15 and over.
We recommend 6 to 12 months ahead, especially for larger groups or travel in peak season.
Let's Plan Your Study Tour Safari
Tell us about your group, your learning goals and your dates. We’ll send you a tailored itinerary and quote.
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