THE AFRICA TIMES | — Surge in Solo Travel: A 2026 Analysis
- In January 2026, “solo travel” saw an unprecedented surge with 1.6 million searches, marking a 230% increase over the past decade.
- Go2Africa identified solo travelers as the only growing demographic in the past year, primarily from the United States, Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
- These travelers are intentional planners, typically researching destinations in advance. They prefer shorter trips while spending more per person.
- The most popular safari destinations for solo travelers include Tanzania, Kenya, and South Africa, with Madagascar, Malawi, and Zambia experiencing notable year-on-year increases.
