This fully customizable tour shows how Cape Town, the Okavango Delta, and Victoria Falls can be combined for a complete Southern African Safari Experience. This popular expedition was designed to give visitors the best immersive experience into Southern Africa that is possible. Visiting four separate countries, this tour takes in the grandeur of Cape Town and the winelands in South Africa, the majestic beauty of the Okavango Delta in Botswana, and the iconic Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and Zambia. This tour includes culture, beauty, and the ultimate safari experience. This Southern African Safari is recommendable for the whole family, or for a romantic getaway, this tour changes perspectives and keeps visitors coming back.
Venture across a wildlife-rich private concession, where you can wait with baited breath to spot some of Botswana’s rarest species, including the once widespread African Wild Dog.
Visit the local people of the Okavango Delta, learning of the age-old customs, traditions and cultural heritage of the village.
This is arguably the best wildlife destination on earth home to elephants, lions, leopards, hippos, crocodiles, buffalos, giraffe and more. Discover the Okavango Delta by mokoro, a traditional Botswana canoe, guided by the water's gentle flow.
The rolling sand dunes and saltpans of this remote national park is home to a plethora of wildlife. Take a guided safari excursion and catch sight of the region’s famed species, including the bat-eared fox, African wildcat and pangolin.
Get lost in the fresh sparkling waters of the Selinda Spillway, which connects to the Linyanti River and Okavango delta and, in the rainy season, fills with life-giving streams of water.
Adventure across this 130,000 hectare reserve with an off-road game drive. Follow the raw, untamed wildlife of this region and track hunting predators like the leopard, cheetah and hyena.
Sit in wait for an eye-catching glimpse of the lappet-faced vulture, bateleur eagle and African Skimmer in Chobe National Park, a renowned birding paradise with over 450 recorded species.
Sleep in the African bush and gaze up at the tranquil night sky and twinkling stars. Whether lazing in a hammock, raised platform or camp bed, Fly Camping offers the chance to sleep under the stars and get as close to nature as possible.
Embark on a nature walk guided by the San Bushmen of the region. Pass through grassy plains and learn of the traditional San culture, their nomadic way of life and how they hunt, gather and use plants for medicine.
Explore the stretching plains of Nxai Pan National Park, where you can visit the magnificent Baines’ Baobabs. These ancient trees, immortalised by the paintings of Thomas Baines in 1862, still remain today.
Embark on a walking safari, where you can trek alongside the local indigenous inhabitants of the region and learn how to interpret and survive the harsh Kalahari conditions.
Use the following itinerary for inspiration. Remember: all days, hotels and activities can be altered to suit your requirements. A The African Wild travel specialist will be happy to advise.
This Southern African Safari begins in Cape Town, where you will be met by one of our representatives and transferred to your hotel in the City Centre. The rest of the day is dedicated to relaxing and unwinding following your long flight.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today you will be collected from your hotel by a private guide and taken on a full-day tour of the City of Cape Town. Included within this tour is a visit to the top of Table Mountain and a visit to the District 6 Museum. Following the tour of the museum, you will be guided around the historic District Six site and learn how an entire community was removed from their homes and relocated during the apartheid government. After this, you will stop at the Bokaap, where you will see the famous Colourful houses in the Cape Quarter and stop to take some photos and greet the locals if they are in sight.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
In the morning you will be collected for your trip out to Robben Island. You will board a ferry for the 45-minute boat ride to the famous island where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 28 years. During your tour of the island, you will be lead around the island by an ex political prisoner who shared the island with Mandela.
Following lunch back in Cape Town, you will be taken on a tour of Kirstenbosch. These botanical gardens are world famous and well worth a visit. The tour begins with a walk through the award-winning Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens where, with minor exceptions, only indigenous plants are cultivated. Kirstenbosch celebrates 100 years of existence this year and there are several special displays to commemorate this.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today you will check out from your hotel and then be led by your private guide for a full-day tour of Cape Point. The interactive Cape Point tour takes you along the beautiful Atlantic Seaboard, giving you the opportunity to feast your eyes on rugged coastlines and other untainted geographic landmarks such as the Twelve apostles and the magnificent slopes of Lion’s head. The Atlantic Seaboard, also known as Cape Town’s ‘Riviera’, stretches from the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront on the north shore of Table Mountain all the way down the west side of the Cape Peninsula to Hout Bay. You pass over the amazing Chapman’s Peak and then visit the stunning Cape Point. After visiting the lighthouse at Cape Point we head to False Bay and stop at Boulders Beach to view the endangered African Penguin.
Following the tour, you will be transferred in private vehicle to Stellenbosch. There you will be invited on a wine tour before being led to Stellenbosch. Our wine tours are led by expert sommeliers and we always try and ensure that our visitors experience the best vineyards on offer as well as those vineyards that best suit their preferences and personalities.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The Cape Winelands Tour includes the best of each district and is packed with great tastings. Your private guide is an expert sommelier and you will be guided to all the best vineyards available. Following the wine tour, you will be transferred to your hotel.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
In the morning you will be collected from your hotel and transferred to Cape Town International Airport for your direct flight to Maun, Botswana.
Upon arrival at the international airport in Maun you will be met by a representative of the African Wild. Look out for a smiling face, that will be the person waiting for you. You’ll be introduced to your experienced private pilot who will check you through and onto your charter flight.
After a short 20-minute flight you will arrive at your camp in the heart of the Okavango Delta. Each camp provides enchanting luxuries and amenities amidst a truly breathtaking natural setting.
After being shown to your luxurious tented room, and given a tour around the camp with a special talk on how to handle dangerous animals should you come across any, you’ll be invited to enjoy the majestic surroundings from a viewing deck with a sundowner.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today your Okavango adventure begins in earnest. This means a bush breakfast followed by a game drive. You’ll have met your private guide the day before. These guys are pros. They know how to sound out a lion from 20 kilometres away, track down the craziest of all the delta creatures, and listen to wildlife calls from different antelope to echo-locate leopards and cheetahs. You’ll want to make sure cameras and binoculars are at hand and ready for the duration of the game drive.
Following the game drive, it’s mokoro time. A mokoro is a traditional dug out wooden canoe that has become a symbol of life in the Okavango Delta. And there is no better way to explore the lush flood plains of the delta. Your experienced poler and guide takes you down river where’ll you get the chance to get up close and personal with some stunning wildlife.
A luxurious floating lunch will be served along the way. This water top culinary festival delights the senses, and the chef savors in pairing an excellent cold white wine with one of her signature dishes. This also has the effect of making a hot afternoon far more manageable.
Following the mokoro, there may be time for an evening game drive.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Following another delicious breakfast, and a game walk if you’re interested, you will be met by your pilot for your charter flight to a second Okavango Camp. We believe that the best way to experience the Delta is by spending time in at least two camps. You’ll fly quite low over the Delta in order to appreciate the stunning Okavango scenery from above.
Upon your arrival, you will meet your new bush guide and will be given a game drive. The area is a hotspot for wildlife, and both leopards, wild dogs, and lions are regularly spotted close to camp.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This day can be dedicated to pretty much anything your heart desires. The idea is to give you and your partner time to relax, unwind, enjoy each other’s company, and also enjoy the stunning sites of the Okavango. You make choose from a number of activities including game drives, mokoro rides, fishing, and more.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After a delicious camp breakfast, you and the family will be given time to pack your bags before your private pilot returns to fly you to Kasane. After a beautifully scenic flight, you will arrive in Kasane where you will be met by one of our reps and transferred to your lodge. The number of activities available in the area is large and includes game drives, sunset boat cruises, and fishing trips.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today is all about smoke and thunder. Well it’s about the smoke that thunders. That’s a direct translation of Mosi-oa-Tunya, the local lingo for the Victoria Falls. Your private guide will collect you after breakfast, and you will cross the border into Zambia and drive out to the falls. The thundering falls are an unforgettable experience and with your private guide at your side, you’ll be lead right up to the very edge where you can marvel at the brutal power of the falls close up. You may also chose to experience the falls from the Zimbabwean side should you so choose. Following the tour you return to your lodge in Chobe for your last night in Botswana.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This is the Last day of tour. After breakfast, you’ll be transported to the airport for your flight back home.
We hope to see you again soon.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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We had an absolutely wonderful time in Botswana. Especially in the Okavango Delta. Many thanks to The African Wild and Rory Sheldon who organized our trip!
What can I say?! Everything was amazing- from start to finish. Rory did a fantastic job in tailoring the perfect safari for me and my girlfriends. Everything went so smoothly. We had the best time; saw all the animals we wanted and came home with incredible memories! Could not have asked for better. Thank you for an epic trip!
We had the most amazing time on our safari organized by The African Wild. Rory was attentive to every email and request. And helped us along the way with so many details that we did not even know we needed. The trip was smooth from the pickup in Maun, to the flights, and the beautiful lodges. We could not have had a better experience. Thank you!
This itinerary would cost from $4,300 pp.
Pricing may vary by accommodation choice, group size and time of year.
Accommodation |
All nights in some of the finest safari camps and lodges in Africa. All accommodations are carefully selected and can be customised to suit your preferences and budget. |
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Guided excursions |
All activities mentioned in the itinerary, accompanied by an expert tracker-guide. |
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All meals |
Full board with three meals per day, freshly prepared by your camp's excellent chef. All drinks (alcohol and non-alcoholic except for premium brands). |
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Ground transfers |
All hotel/airport transfers and ground connections in private vehicle. |
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Internal flights |
Internal fights on charter bush planes. |
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Support |
We'll greet you at the airport and be by your side every step of the way, making room for spontaneity as you go, with 24 hour support. |