Active Tours in Southern Africa

Our Active Tours in southern Africa are designed for travelers who love adventure travel and the outdoors. From guided hiking and slackpacking trails through dramatic landscapes, to cycling quiet backroads and horse riding across wide-open terrain, these active travel experiences keep you moving while connecting deeply with nature. Explore Namibia, Botswana, Zambia or Zimbabwe one step, pedal, or hoofbeat at a time.

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Best Active Holiday Packages in Southern Africa

In addition to our curated tour packages for adventure holidays in Namibia, we can work with you to create your dream safari. Whether you’re into slackpacking through the African wilderness or filling your days with exciting activities like cayaking, bungee-jumping or helicopter rides, southern Africa is full of opportunities.

Mat-Travel Favourites

The Sorris Sorris Hike Fully catered Experience untamed Damaraland Look for desert elephants 5 days • $1,672 View Details

The Wüstenquell Hike Fully catered Epic desert scenery Ancient San rock art 4 days • $1,316 View Details

Both the Sorris Sorris and Wüstenquell area – although in completely different areas of the Namib Desert – offer ideal conditions for a slackpacking adventure. With predictable weather and easy access for the support crew, you can concentrate fully on taking in the vast plains and weathered rock formations.

Why Choose Mat-Travel Adventure Tours?

Running expert tours with a personal touch since 2015, the Mat-Travel Team makes it their mission to offer unforgettable holidays that showcase Africa’s beauty.

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How it Works

1. Find your dream adventure: Filter the tours below by starting date, length, included activities or cost.
2. Check details: Explore the itinerary, see what’s included and verify dates.
3. Submit your enquiry: Fill out the booking form to send us your request.
4. Be amazed: We’ll swiftly provide you with a detailed tour proposal, which you can accept as is or request minor changes.

If you can’t find what you’re looking for, fill out our contact form with your specific wishes and we’ll get back to you!

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Active Tours FAQs

What’s included in the tours?

Our curated adventure packages come with a clear list of what’s included. This ranges from FI (everything is included) to only dinners, lodging and activities so that you can choose your perfect trip.

Are adventure holidays in Africa safe?

Yes. Mat-Travel only partners with established, vetted activity providers to bring you expertise, comfort and safety on your adventure.

Who should go on an active tour?

Anyone who’s looking to connect with Africa’s beauty on a deeper level and wants to experience the rugged side of safaris. Due to the intimate contact with our wilderness, these tours are not recommended for young children or the elderly. Check out our guided and self-drive tours for whole-family fun!

What’s the best time for active tours?

The dry and shoulder seasons (May to October) are ideal for adventure safaris, as the milder temperatures make outdoor activities more enjoyable.