Anthro Tours
| EAST & SOUTH AFRICA
East Africa
- Seychellois Paradise
- Historic Zanzibar
South Africa
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Namibian Adventure
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Kalahari Adventure
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South Africa Shark Safari
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Malagasi Adventure
NEW IN 2025
ADVENTURE AWAITS
15 Days Activity Level Advanced
Hotel Rooms $4400 / person
Private Hotel Rooms $6200 / person
MAHÉ to PRASLIN
Into the heart of the Indian Ocean
The Seychelles. An island steeped in the marine wildlife of the Indian Ocean. Learn all about the ecology, marine biology, and unique culture of this world-famous African island nation.
Days 1-5 Meet on Mahé and explore the island's incredible wildlife | Explore the island's botanical gardens | Taste the flavors of Seychellois cuisine | Hike the trails leading to the island's abandoned ghost towns.​​
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Days 6-9 Take a ferry to La Digue and relax on the island's incredible beaches | Explore one of the last remaining plantation estates to learn about the country's history | Kayak along the island's coasts | Hike the trails of La Digue's nature reserves.
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Days 10-15 Take a final ferry to Praslin and learn explore the depths of the country's natural beauty | Learn all about the Seychelles' history with wildlife conservation | Enjoy the stunning beaches and marine life that call the country home.
Group Bookings Prefer traveling with your own private group? We're happy to accommodate your class, club, or organization on this tour. Simply send us an email requesting this tour as a private excursion, let us know how many people are in your party (max 10 guests), and we'll get back to you on the cost of this tour for your private tour.
*Please note this tour is only open to 5 travelers per departure
Departure Dates 4-18 May 2025
African Tours | History
Activity Level: Moderate
Age Group: 35-65
HISTORIC ZANZIBAR
8 Days on Zanzibar
Departure Dates Available in August, September, & October
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​Reserve now with a deposit, pay the remainder after we confirm the tour
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Secure payment options available
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Lodging Options: Hotel Rooms & Private Hotel Rooms
Days 1-8: Zanzibar
After arriving in Tanzania, we'll spend our first full day learning about the culinary history of Zanzibar with visits to the Zanzibar Spices & Heritage Center and the Zanzibar Night Market in historic Stone Town.
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We'll then spend our second full day learning about the social history of Zanzibar with visits to the Princess Salme Museum and the Mercury House.
​For our third full day in the country, we'll learn about the darker side of Zanzibar's history with visits to Mtoni Palace Ruins and the Slave Market Memorial.
We'll then spend our fourth full day exploring the architecture of historic Stone Town including several fortresses and churches.
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We'll then spend our sixth full day on Zanzibar learning about history's shortest war with a visit to the House of Wonders before participants get a free afternoon to explore the island.​
Participants will then get a free day to explore Zanzibar on their own and learn more about the local history and culture for their final full day before departure.
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Itineraries and daily schedules are subject to change. We expect to do everything listed in the itinerary, though the order may be rearranged based on weather or other local conditions.
4 August 2025
1 September 2025
6 October 2025
| SOUTH AFRICA
NAMIBIAN ADVENTURE
African Tours | Culture
Activity Level: Moderate
Age Group: 35-65
8 Days in Windhoek
Departure Dates Available in September, October, & November
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​Reserve now with a deposit, pay the remainder after we confirm the tour
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Secure payment options available
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Lodging Options: Hotel Room & Private Hotel Rooms
Days 1-8: Windhoek
After arriving in Namibia, we'll spend our first full day in Windhoek learning about the local art scene with a visit to Namibia Craft Center before getting a taste of Namibian cuisine from Joe's Beerhouse.
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We'll then spend our second full day learning about women's empowerment and development initiatives in Namibia with a visit to the Women's Leadership Centre and Penduka.​
We'll the spend our third full day learning about wildlife conservation efforts in the country with visits to the National Botanical Garden of Namibia and Naankuse Wildlife Sanctuary.
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​For our next day in Windhoek, we'll explore the country's history with visits to the National Museum of Namibia and Christuskirche church.​
​For our final day in Namibia, we'll spend the afternoon exploring the flavors of Namibian wine at the Thonningii Wine Cellar.
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Participants will then get a free day to explore Windhoek on their own and learn more about the local history and culture for their final full day before departure.
​Itineraries and daily schedules are subject to change. We expect to do everything listed in the itinerary, though the order may be rearranged based on weather or other local conditions.
1 September 2025
6 October 2025
3 November 2025 ON SALE
KALAHARI ADVENTURE
African Tours | Ecology
Activity Level: Moderate
Age Group: 65+
14 Days in Gaborone, Kasane, Francistown
Departure Dates Available in June, September, & October
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​Reserve now with a deposit, pay the remainder after we confirm the tour
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Secure payment options available
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Lodging Options: Hotel Room & Private Hotel Rooms
Days 1-5: Gaborone
After arriving in Gabarone, we'll spend our first full day in Botswana learning about the influence of the country's nature on Tswana art and culture with visits to Gabane Pottery & Botswanacraft.
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We'll then spend our second full day on a day trip to explore the wildlife of Mokolodi Nature Reserve to explore the wildlife of Botswana.
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We'll the spend our third full day on a day trip to the nearby village of Oodi to explore the wildlife (and weavers) of rural Botswana.
​For our final full day in Gaborone, we'll explore the country's history with visits to Kebokwe's Cave and Kgosi Sechele I Museum.
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Days 6-9: Kasane
After taking a bus to Kasane, we'll spend our first full day there on a free day exploring the town and nearby areas.
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We'll then spend our second full day learning more about the relationship between wildlife conservation and cultural conservation with visits to the Caracal Biodiversity Center and Vuche Vuche Basket Weavers.
​For our final day in Kasane, we'll spend the day on a day trip to nearby Seboba Nature and Recreation Park exploring the wildlife of Botswana there.
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Days 10-14: Francistown
After taking a bus to Francistown, we'll spend our first full day in our final location exploring how farmers are coexisting with nature with visits to Kuminda Farm & Supa Ngwao Museum.
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We'll then spend our second full day in Francistown on a day trip to the nearby rural and cultural heritage site of Domboshaba.
​For our final day of the trip, we'll explore the cafe and garden center of Roots of Africa to see how Botswana's ecology is shaping its gastronomy before participants get a free afternoon for a final exploration of the region.
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Itineraries and daily schedules are subject to change. We expect to do everything listed in the itinerary, though the order may be rearranged based on weather or other local conditions.
16 June 2025
15 September 2025
13 October 2025
African Tours | Marine Biology
Activity Level: Moderate
Age Group: 35-65
SOUTH AFRICA SHARK SAFARI
14 Days in Cape Town, Hermanus, Mossel Bay, & Jeffrey's Bay
Discounts available to college students
Departure Dates Available in June, July, & August
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​Reserve now with a deposit, pay the remainder after we confirm the tour
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Secure payment options available
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Lodging Options: Hotel Rooms & Private Hotel Rooms
Days 1-4: Cape Town
After arriving in South Africa, we'll spend our first full day learning about the marine ecosystems of South African with visits to the Two Oceans Aquarium and Boulders Beach Penguin Colony.
We'll then spend our second full day getting in the ocean with a visit to Cape Radd Research and Diver Development before spending thew afternoon hiking the Cape of Good Hope.
For our final day in Cape Town, we'll spend the morning with the Save Our Seas Shark Education Center before spending the afternoon relaxing at Camp's Bay Beach.
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Days 5-8: Hermanus
After taking taxis to Hermanus, we'll spend the afternoon away from the water on a wine tasting at Bouchard Finlayson Winery.
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We'll then spend our first full day in Hermanus on a shark cage diving excursion with the shark researchers at White Shark Diving Company to see the sharks of South Africa up close.
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Participants will then get a free day to explore Hermanus and nearby Gansbaai and other nearby communities for their culture and nature.
On our final day in Hermanus, we'll spend the morning with a visit to the South African Shark Conservancy before spending the afternoon whale watching from the cliffs of Cape Whale Coast.
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Days 9-10: Mossel Bay
After taking a taxi and a bus to Mossel Bay, we'll spend the afternoon relaxing at on the shores of Santos Beach.
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We'll then spend our first full day in Mossel Bay learning more about ocean conservation efforts with visits to the Shark Research Unit and Seabird and Penguin Rehabilitation Centre.
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Days 11-14: Jeffreys Bay
After taking a bus to Jeffrey's Bay, we'll spend the day relaxing at Dolphin Beach and exploring downtown Jeffreys Bay.
For our first full day in Jeffreys Bay, we'll spend the day surfing at Paradise Beach to get experience learning about the impact of the surf industry on ocean conservation.
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For our last full day in South Africa, we'll take a day trip to Port Elizabeth to explore the Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds and explore for a final lesson on ocean conservation.
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Itineraries and daily schedules are subject to change. We expect to do everything listed in the itinerary, though the order may be rearranged based on weather or other local conditions.
2 June 2025
7 July 2025
4 August 2025
African Tours | Culture
Activity Level: Moderate
Age Group: 35-65
MALAGASY ADVENTURE
8 Days in Antananarivo
Discounts available to college students
Departure Dates Available in August, September, & October
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​Reserve now with a deposit, pay the remainder after we confirm the tour
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Secure payment options available
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Lodging Options: Hotel Rooms & Private Hotel Rooms
Days 1-8: Antananarivo
After arriving in Madagascar, we'll spend our first full day learning about the wildlife and cuisine of the country with a morning tour of Parc de Tsarasaotra before getting dinner from Le Petit Verdot.
We'll the spend our second full day learning about the history of Madagascar with visits to Le Palais de la Reine and the Royal Hill of Ambohimanga.
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For our third full day in the country, we'll learn about the art history of Madagascar with visits to the Musee de la Photographie de Madagascar and Is'Art Galerie.
We'll then spend our fourth full day getting to know more about the food culture of the country with visits to the open-air market of Andravoahangy and Analakely Market.
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We'll then spend our sixth full day with a final exploration of Madagascar's nature with a day trip to Lemurs' Park.​
Participants will then get a free day to explore Antananarivo on their own and learn more about the local history and culture for their final full day before departure.
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Itineraries and daily schedules are subject to change. We expect to do everything listed in the itinerary, though the order may be rearranged based on weather or other local conditions.
11 August 2025
15 September 2025
13 October 2025
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