Crocodile
Crocodile
There are five species of crocodile in Africa: Nile crocodile, West African crocodile, West African slender-snouted crocodile, and African dwarf crocodile. The Nile crocodile is the most common and, at 10-15 feet in length on average, it is the largest species in Africa, second only to the saltwater crocodile found in Australia.
Crocodile Itineraries
Intrepid Zimbabwe Explorer: Victoria Falls, Hwange and Canoeing Mana Pools (Origins Collection)
From $4,250 per person Step back in time to the era of exploration with our Intrepid Zimbabwe Explorers itinerary, customized for remote adventure in some of the most pristine wilderness on Earth.
View ItineraryBig Five of Southern Africa
From $7,995 per person Southern Africa is an incredibly diverse region with varying weather, landscapes, cultures, and wildlife. This itinerary covers three major highlights of Southern Africa: The Greater Kruger National Park, Victoria Falls and the Okavango Delta.
View ItineraryEssential Diversity: River and Desert
From $14,750 per person This safari is designed for the safari connoisseur seeking rarity, exclusivity and luxury along with the full diversity of wildlife. The itinerary includes private guiding and vehicle at both safari camps, offering the ultimate in flexibility and maximizing the opportunities to see wildlife you want to see, while maintaining supreme comfort and luxury.
View ItineraryMalawi Expedition: Trekking Mt. Mulanje and Liwonde Safari with optional Lake Malawi Finale (Origins Collection)
From $3,175 per person Our Malawi Expedition combines an incredible hut-to-hut alpine trekking experience, outstanding scenery, wildlife viewing in a premiere national park, and the optional finale of swimming, snorkeling and kayaking off your private island camp in Lake Malawi.
View ItineraryBotswana Elephant Safari
From $8,125 per person This elephant-focused safari takes you to some of the best locations in all of Africa for seeing and interacting with elephants.
View ItineraryBest of Botswana: From the Kalahari Desert to the Okavango Delta (Origins Collection)
From $3,995 per person Return to the origins of humanity as you head deep into the heart of Botswana and the world-famous Okavango Delta and Kalahari Desert. These are two of the most iconic safari destinations in all of Africa, and you'll experience the best of Botswana in just one week with this adventurous journey.
View ItineraryBig Cats & The Great Migration (River Crossing Season) – Group Trip 2021
From $7,630 per person This is the opportunity of a lifetime to go on safari with The Wild Source’s unbeatable team of big cat biologist-guide, Sosy Maira, and highly talented guide and photography expert Joshua Kumbi.
View ItineraryClassic Zimbabwe: Hwange and Mana Pools with Victoria Falls
From $4,290 per person This adventure-level safari features classic bush camps, thrilling walking safaris, and an excellent value.
View ItineraryZambia Walking and Waterways Safari
From $8,395 per person Zambian safaris are distinguished by the vintage expedition-style adventure delivered under the care of exceptional guides in remote wilderness areas teeming with wildlife.
View ItineraryQuintessential Tanzania: River Crossing Season
From $7,995 per person With the Great Migration of nearly 2 million animals in the area, the Northern Serengeti is the stage for one of nature's most famed events - the dramatic migration crossings of the Mara River.
View ItineraryBotswana Desert and Delta Safari: Outstanding Value, Top Wildlife and Diverse Landscapes
From $5,200 per person This safari is customized to take advantage of the best opportunities for the green season in Botswana to observe diverse wildlife.
View ItineraryKenya Luxury For Less
From $9,995 per person This safari includes some of our favorite unique Kenyan accommodations and a huge variety of activities, all for an incredible discount- over 40% off of the high season rate.
View ItineraryUltimate East Africa: Exceptional Guiding in Northern Tanzania and the Masai Mara
From $10,350 per person This incredible itinerary features East Africa's top guides on a private safari through Tanzania and Kenya.
View ItineraryWild Origins Safari: Botswana and Zambia
From $9,525 per person Explore the highlights of Botswana's world class Okavango Delta and the wilds of Zambia's South Luangwa.
View ItineraryWild Kenya: Big Cats and Biodiversity in the Mara
From $3,995 per person Kenya is the original safari country and still delivers the classic game viewing experience. Featuring the Masai Mara Reserve, which is quite likely the most productive wildlife viewing area in all of Africa, this is a superb location for serious game viewing and photography.
View ItineraryUltimate Predators of Botswana
From $7,650 per person This safari includes our favorite private concession areas which have proven to provide exceptional opportunities to view Botswana's iconic predator species including lion, leopard, cheetah, and wild dog.
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Best Places to See Crocodiles on Safari

The Mara River in both Kenya and Tanzania is the setting for the dramatic migration crossings where crocodile predatory action is most commonly seen. On the Mara River there are huge crocodiles that are easy to locate basking in the sun.
Tanzania’s Katavi National Park has huge densities of crocodiles — they are forced to congregate in great masses late in the dry season as water becomes scarce.