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Pictured above: Luangwa Walking Safari

Everyone plans differently. Some plan by region. Some plan by budget. And some simply want someone else to do the planning! 

Most of you like to do a bit of destination research, to be able to make educated decisions about your journey...so we've created this Trip Guide to give you a better understanding of what Africa offers her visitors and loaded it with information for you to start planning your trip.

So take a trip through our Trip Guide and start focusing on your dreams. Don't let the abundance of ideas, trip itineraries, or destinations confuse you -- just let us know what catches your eye and we'll help put it together for you into an unforgettable adventure.



Regions
It's best that we share with you, the regions within Africa that we know best - East Africa, Southern Africa, South Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands sprinkled along the way.
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Countries
Within our chosen regions of expertise, we offer programs in about 20 different countries...and the list keeps growing every year!
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Experience
You've decided to go to Africa...now what? Do you like to travel with others or do you prefer to strike out on your own? Perhaps a little of both? Whatever you decide, we'll help guide you to the perfect itinerary and take care of all the details...so you can relax and take it all in!
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Month(s) of Travel
When to go to Africa is a good question. We like to say ANYTIME is a good time to visit Africa! However, each region, country, destination has historical good and not so good times to visit. While we can't predict the weather, we can give you general guidelines.
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Duration
Whether you are planning a once in a lifetime journey or you need help filling in some time during a business trip, Borton Overseas can help you create the best itinerary to fit the length of time you have! 
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Activities
Activities available in Africa vary with each region, destination and with each accommodation.  While most of our travelers view Africa as purely a safari destination, we are able to offer a wide variety of activities to provide a well rounded experience.
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Accommodations
Depending on your budget, the sky is the limit! In fact, how about sleeping under the stars? We've got basic camping to fully serviced Out of Africa mobile tenting expeditions. From simple jungle bungalows to historic hotels to cozy guest houses to exclusive retreats that will make you swoon! We've personally visited many of the properties we feature!
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Travel Style
What's your Style???? We think "style" is more defining than "budget". Either way we have a wide variety of programs to fit everyone! Our specialists will help you find your fit. From the rugged and thrilling adventure of participatory camping to the luxury of fully serviced tenting to "just right fit" of our guided tours...to our just made for me...independent fly-in programs...all created with your STYLE in mind!
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Great Wilderness Journey, Botswana - 2010-2011

SAVE $1200 per person on remaining Sep-Oct 2010 dates!


Experience a nostalgic, tenting and lodge safari operated by the highly respected Wilderness Safaris that recreates the sense of a pure game-viewing adventure reminiscent of the times of the great African explorers.
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Migration Routes - Botswana - 2010-2011

SAVE $700 per person on Sep-Oct 2010 dates!


This intimate fully serviced camping safari aims to bring you closer to nature by means of premier guides, lively campfires, hurricane lanterns, diverse activities and a warm atmosphere permeating the camp (and its simple comforts).
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Bush Homes of Kenya - 2010
A stunning combination of some of Kenya’s most sought after experiences: the camps and lodges are small and intimate, the landscapes rich in culture and the wilderness brought to life by knowledgeable guides.
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