Safari Sam is Betsoft’s 2013 African safari adventure slot and one of the studio’s standout early titles — notable for carrying a 97.5% RTP that still ranks among the highest figures available in the online slot market more than a decade after release. For players who prioritise return percentage, this figure alone makes it worth knowing about regardless of the production era.

The game runs on 30 paylines with bets from $0.02 to $75 per spin — an exceptionally accessible range that pairs well with the high RTP for low-stakes players looking to maximise expected return per session. The adventure theme follows Sam the explorer through the African wilderness: acacia trees, safari wildlife, binoculars, and a warm savannah colour palette define the visual identity.

Sam the explorer wild symbol rides through the reels, substituting in standard wild fashion across the 30-payline grid. The Animal scatter triggers Safari Free Spins, and the defining mechanic of the bonus is a guaranteed Sam wild appearing on every single free game — meaning no free spin plays without at least one wild position active on the reels. Over a full free spins sequence, this consistent wild presence delivers meaningful base win frequency compared to bonus rounds that rely on wilds landing randomly.

Betsoft has set the RTP at 97.5% — considerably above the industry average — with medium volatility. The combination of high RTP and medium variance produces a more consistent return profile than high-volatility titles at standard RTP. The max win is 500x your stake, in line with the medium-volatility, high-RTP positioning.

Safari Sam is the right choice for players who prioritise expected return over jackpot potential. The 97.5% RTP and guaranteed free spins wild make it one of the more player-friendly options in a well-stocked catalogue.