African safaris for the young at heart...

MATURE TRAVELLERS CLUB

Thanks for giving me a memorable time in Kenya and Uganda!..

I had an amazing trip with Kupenda, the tour took us to see local Africa as well as the big sights, which is just what I wanted. Even the food on a budget was great and locally bought – thanks for giving me a memorable time in Kenya and Uganda!

Gina

Loved every moment of this trip it was one of the best times of my life…

Having travelled extensively throughout Kenya and Tanzania, and with the experience of leading several student groups from the U.K. on three-week overland trips in these two countries, it was a major breakthrough for me when Kupenda Africa took over one of my trips in 2007. Since then I would not consider using anyone else to be in charge of my arrangements in Africa, and I have just returned from another three weeks with them where my group of 24 students had another ‘experience of a lifetime’. Loved every moment of this trip it was one of the best times of my life. The experience was unreal and the guides were legends. Kupenda Africa forever.

Abi, UK

You are guaranteed a fantastic and unforgettable trip…

What can I say? The team will go to any lengths to make your trip worthwhile and unique. You are guaranteed a fantastic and unforgettable trip. Kupenda Africa, Kupenda the Team!

Tom, UK

These are people to trust and rely on, they love what they are doing and give others an experience of a lifetime…

Spending three weeks in Africa would not have been the same without the amazing team. Their local knowledge and enthusiasm to ensure that we experienced African life to the full without complication was extraordinary. These are people to trust and rely on, they love what they are doing and giving others an experience of a lifetime when visiting an amazing, mind-opening country such as Africa. What Kupenda Africa offers is unique, giving you the satisfaction of a successful trip focussed on what is important to you. I couldn’t recommend any other tour guide company in Africa, but Kupenda Africa.

Miss Catherine O, UK

Can’t wait to do another trip with them again soon…

I wouldn’t want to travel Africa with anyone else!  I can’t recommend them highly enough, and can’t wait to do another trip with them again soon. I miss you guys!

Ms R, Brighton UK

Their care, knowledge and understanding of the country was outstanding…

Taking a group of students to Africa was a huge challenge to begin with, however with Jason and his amazing team all worries were dispelled as soon as we met. Their care, knowledge and understanding of the country was outstanding. Our itinerary was carefully put together, taking onboard all our expressed wishes and hopes for the trip and it was a tailored perfectly for our students. The food was delicious, a mixture of European and African and all our complex dietary requirements were taken into account with sensitivity and care making every student feel important. The overland transport was expertly driven and the feeling of being safe wherever we were was fantastic. We were able to experience local markets, streets and even Kibera in Nairobi with the confidence that we were in safe hands. Kupenda Africa is a fantastic company to travel with and our next trip is already booked. Thank you again for a fantastic three weeks, see you next year.

Nunthorpe Academy, UK

They go out of their way for you in every possible way…

Kupenda Africa is a small adventure tour company run by Jason Smith.  He and his staff make you feel welcome and comfortable, making your experience with them memorable as they go out of their way for you in every possible way.  They have customized our school trips to serve our students for the past 6 years in taking 60 or more students to Mount Suswa.  The care and friendship offered by his staff has been outstanding.  Their food, camping equipment, safety, services, are top-notch and the well-being of our students throughout each year has never ever been compromised. Jason stops at nothing to make the students experience truly amazing and potentially life-changing for each of them and we look forward to seeing them year after year.

Rosslyn Academy, Kenya

The care and friendship offered by Kupenda Africa is legendary…

The care and friendship offered by Kupenda Africa is legendary with my students, and from the perspective of a Deputy Head Teacher at a large comprehensive school, the safety and well-being of my students throughout was never ever compromised. They stop at nothing to make the experience truly amazing and life-changing for my students, many of whom have since returned to Kenya and Tanzania. Their contacts and their local knowledge are invaluable. I would not consider taking groups of students to Africa unless the Kupenda team was looking after us.

Deputy Head Teacher Acklam Grange School, Middlesbrough UK

Overall top notch! Will definitely be travelling with them again!..

The staff are extremely friendly and helpful. Very approachable about anything! They make decisions which benefit the customers, regardless of the situation it puts them into. Overall top notch! Will definitely be travelling with them again!

James

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On Mature Travellers Club safaris you travel as a group in a fully-equipped overland safari truck with your driver and tour leader. There is plenty of room to spread yourself out while travelling between our main stops so you will definitely find time to relax.  Oh, and, we believe (on recent investigation) we’re the only overlanding travel company to have an emergency toilet onboard. 

Something to consider. 
This is very much a casual relaxed itinerary travelling across East Africa. The accommodation and experiences vary from clean and simple to really pretty fancy.  

We need to remind you that we will be travelling across Africa (the old continent) where things don’t always run as smoothly as they could – This is often, however, what makes the journey.

The days and nights won’t always be 5-star luxury – But they WILL always be authentic,
once-in-a-lifetime experiences!

AVAILABLE SAFARI DAtes FOR 2025...

28-DAY SAFARI – RWANDA TO TANZANIA:

31ST AUGUST 2025 – 28TH SEPTEMBER 2025

2ND NOVEMBER 2025 – 30TH NOVEMBER 2025

1ST FEBRUARY 2026 – 28TH FEBRUARY 2026

APRIL 2026 DATES TO BE CONFIRMED

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£6975 (Add £675 if Gorilla trekking)

Take all the time you need to fill in a travel journal, update your Social Media, read a book, listen to audiobooks and podcasts – do just about anything that takes your fancy.  Our Itinerary gives you the approximate time on the truck on the days that we travel so you can plan your ‘between times’.

Your accommodation, and the majority of your meals are included on the trip as noted in your itinerary but you have a few “free” days where you can choose where, when and what to eat. We look after you every step of the way though you have your own freedom to explore when we reach our destination points as we travel across this beautiful continent. 

You really can go with the flow, keep on top of your reading list, help the safari chef in the kitchen or step it up a notch if you desire! White water rafting perhaps? It is entirely up to you how much you want to do – as little or as much as you like… 

Oh, and, we believe we’re the only overlanding travel company to have an emergency toilet onboard, swerving any discomfort.

28 DAYS - £6,975
(add £590 if Gorilla Trekking)

THE MATURE TRAVELLERS CLUB 28-DAY SAFARI: RWANDA to TANZANIA


HERITAGE MUSEUM AND ACTIVITIES AT KIGALI

LUNCH AND BOAT TRIP AT LAKE BUNYONI, UGANDA

GORILLA TREKKING AT BWINDI

QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK

THE NILE EXPERIENCE AND ACTIVITIES AT JINJA

RHINOS AT NAKURU NATIONAL PARK

LAKE NAIVASHA

TENTED LODGE AND SAFARI IN THE MASAI MARA RESERVE

WONDERFUL KENYAN CAPITAL, NAIROBI

THE OL DEANI VOLCANO AT KARATU

SERENGETI 4x4 SAFARI WITH AN
OVERNIGHT STAY IN A TENTED CAMP

LIONS AT NGORONGORO CRATER

VIEWS OF KILIMANJARO AND ZANZIBAR SPICE ISLAND

RELAXING ON NUNGWI BEACH

Explore AFRICA AT YOUR own PACE...

Our Safaris are aimed at those people with a little extra time and few ties to allow an easy-paced, feature-rich adventure.  Although not exclusively so, we offer safari experiences for the traveller aged 40 and over. 

Our adventures are for like-minded souls who simply want to experience the World’s best most dramatic and beautiful scenery, the widest variety of stunning wildlife and some of the most relaxing beaches you’ll find anywhere on the globe.

the mature travellers club - FAQ's

A:  We only provide the overland travel and internal flights on the trip.

A:  You are responsible for our own visas as we don’t know your passport status. We will help you with how to get visas.

Q: Why are you cheaper than other providers?
A: Purely due to numbers and agreements with suppliers. We never take less than 10 passengers, which allows us to keep overhead costs spread between all. Larger groups mean better rates which we also get due to working with charitable organisations.

A: Yes, we can assist with advice on accommodations and things to do.

A: Not at all, you are free to do what you wish. Some activities are included, while others are optional extras.

A: In most places, we can give the locals clothes to wash for a fee and they do a good job. Otherwise, the hotels we stay at can help, or you can, of course, handwash in our camp.

A: Yes, you can change your mind. We would, however, have to check the availability of permits, so we cannot provide any guarantees.

THE MTC GALLERY