Butterfield & Robinson Launches Three New Scheduled Group Trips in Africa
Butterfield & Robinson, the world’s premier active travel company, is expanding its portfolio in Africa with three new Scheduled group trips in 2024: Rwanda Walking, Zimbabwe Conservation Safari and South Africa Multi-Active. Complimented by unparalleled partnerships and sustainable accommodations, the new trips offer an exclusive perspective into each country. Through a fusion of active travel and immersive luxury experiences, the trips are designed to reimagine travellers’ love of travel by deepening their connections to the area.
“The launch of Butterfield & Robinson’s new Scheduled group trips in Africa represents the next chapter of our 30-year history in each country,” said Mike Scarola, CEO, Butterfield & Robinson. “We’ve combined our expertise in luxury active travel with our vision of leaving a lasting impact in each country we visit. Our relationships with our partners on the ground are key to bringing this vision to life, while still creating extraordinary trips our travellers love.”
Zimbabwe Conservation Safari
In between game drives on the Zimbabwe Conservation & Safari trip, travellers will connect with conservation organizations that are working to safeguard wilderness areas and inspire a new vision for Africa. Through a partnership with African Bush Camps, travellers will collaborate with the local community to build a boma, protecting their livestock and improving human-wildlife coexistence. For a fully immersive experience, travellers will stay at Somalisa Acacia, known for its private views of wildlife frequenting the camp.
- Accommodations: African Bush Camps Nyamatusi Camp, African Bush Camps Bumi Hills Safari Lodge, African Bush Camps Somalisa Acacia
- Activity level 1
- 10 days/9 nights, starting at $16,495 USD
- Guaranteed departure: October 12-October 21, 2024
Rwanda Walking
The Rwanda Walking trip will bring travellers on a B&R-exclusive collection of hikes and walks through Rwanda’s countryside. By fusing B&R’s active travel style with wildlife and cultural experiences, travellers will explore Rwanda’s diverse landscapes while learning the story of the nation’s resiliency. Moving from Kigali to the Volcanoes National Park, travellers will venture off the beaten path, visiting coffee-washing stations, hiking the Twin Lakes and tracking families of Silverback gorillas.
- Accommodations: One & Only Nyungwe House, Cleo Lake Kivu Hotel, Wilderness Sabyinyo
- Activity level 3
- 9 days/ 8 nights, starting at $18,495 USD
- Guaranteed departure: September 24-October 2, 2024
South Africa Multi-Active
Embracing slow travel by bike or foot in South Africa, the South Africa Multi-Active trip is a B&R signature itinerary that blends active adventure with unparalleled accommodations, food and wine. After hiking Table Mountain, biking through the Western Cape winelands and gallery hopping in Franschhoek, travellers will end their stay at Grootbos Private Nature Reserve. Set among the forest, mountains and sea, Grootbos Private Nature Reserve is an eco-reserve known for its pristine surroundings and conversation efforts.
- Accommodations: Cape Grace, Leeu Estates, Grootbos Private Nature Reserve
- Activity level 3
- 9 days/ 8 nights, starting at $11,495 USD
- Guaranteed departure: October 17-October 25, 2024
The three new Scheduled group trips are added to Butterfield & Robinson’s existing portfolio of Bespoke possibilities in Africa.
About Butterfield & Robinson
Butterfield & Robinson—the world’s premier active travel company—designs incredible journeys to the world’s most amazing places. Crafted from the finest ingredients (exceptional lodgings, incomparable access, stellar wines and food, experienced guides and more than a few secrets), B&R’s trips combine active adventure with unparalleled cultural immersion in the world’s greatest destinations. Ways to travel include Scheduled small group biking, walking or multi-active trips, or Bespoke itineraries planned by our expert Experience Designers.