African Safari from Australia

African Safari from Australia

Popular routes from Australia to East Africa

Start in Australia, Land in East Africa

We’ve been flying from Australia to East Africa for over 15 years, planning safaris for travellers departing Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and the Gold Coast. The smoothest routes are typically via Singapore, Dubai, Doha (Qatar) or Johannesburg, connecting into Kilimanjaro (JRO), Nairobi (NBO), Entebbe (EBB) or Kigali (KGL).

Your itinerary is built around your flight times: private 4x4, local guide, hand-picked lodges, and authentic cultural experiences across Tanzania, Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda.

Flying from Australia to East Africa is straightforward. Typical one-stop routes go via Singapore (SIN), Dubai (DXB), Doha (DOH) or Johannesburg (JNB) into Kilimanjaro (JRO), Nairobi (NBO), Entebbe (EBB) or Kigali (KGL). We’ll align your first afternoon for rest or a gentle game drive depending on your arrival time. Travel between June–October for the Great Migration in Tanzania/Kenya, or December–March for lush green landscapes and newborn wildlife. Prefer to add beach time? We can end in Zanzibar for an easy wind-down.

  • Private vehicle & expert local guide
  • Flexible pacing aligned to your arrivals
  • Culture-first experiences with Maasai hosts
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Plan Your African Safari from Australia

Tell us your departure city and preferred routing — we’ll design a tailor-made safari that fits your flights and travel style.

FAQs

What’s the easiest way to fly from Australia to East Africa?

Usually via Singapore, Dubai, Doha (Qatar) or Johannesburg, then a short hop into JRO/NBO/EBB/KGL. We align day one to your arrival so it feels easy.

How long should I allow for a first safari?

10–12 days is a great start. Add time for the Great Migration, gorilla trekking, or Zanzibar beach days.

Can you match my flights and airline preference?

Yes. Every itinerary is private and built around your departure city, hub preference and arrival times.