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17 Day African Luxury Safari - The Essence of Southern Africa
Experience the highlights of Southern Africa with this incredible and luxurious 16 nights / 17 days well crafted itinerary. You will visit South Africa, Zimbabwe & Botswana in true luxury including all airport transfers, local and regional flights.
You will start with Cape Town, afterwards you will experience Sabi Sands game reserve followed by selected visits to the picturesque Panorama Route including Blyde River Canyon. From there you will fly directly to Livingstone Zambia where you will experience the Zimbabwean side of Victoria Falls. You are then transferred across the border to Chobe Botswana and you will end your magical itinerary with three nights in the Okavango Delta. You may add a few days afterwards to have a beach break to Mauritius for more relaxation.
Sabi Sands Lodges Reviews
Our experience with Max from Sabi Sands Lodges was brilliant. His recommendation and attention to details were excellent. We highly
...read moreOur experience with Max from Sabi Sands Lodges was brilliant. His recommendation and attention to details were excellent. We highly recommend booking with Sabi Sands Lodges as it saved us time & effort. Experience counts and Max's knowledge was invaluable.
Sabisandlodges has been amazing in creating a dream holiday!!! They were attentive, quick to respond and arranged everything for us
Sabisandlodges has been amazing in creating a dream holiday!!! They were attentive, quick to respond and arranged everything for us in great detail!!
Thank you so much for arranging all our travel - Ulusaba, amazing. The pick ups were great - through vumba tours!!
The La Rochelle tours were fantastic too. Drivers were helpful, friendly and professional.
Really enjoyed our experiences and everyone involved made it even better!!!!
Recommendations were great and all the arrangements worked smoothly. Andy was always reachable and receptive to requests and modification. 100%
...read moreRecommendations were great and all the arrangements worked smoothly. Andy was always reachable and receptive to requests and modification. 100% recommended.
What a memorable stay.
Our experience was perfect from start to finish. Booking the experience through Andy set the tone
What a memorable stay.
Our experience was perfect from start to finish. Booking the experience through Andy set the tone for the stress-free bush experience.
From the vanilla scented towels, to the delicious food, exciting game drives and phenomenal staff, our stay at Shiduli was magical from the second we arrived and lives in our hearts long after we left.
Your helpful staff greeted us as we arrived and and were with us every step of the way... literally. We were escorted to our private villa by Gary, who my children absolutely adored. Richard, in the bar was on form and Gogo Dorris had faith that we would see lions... which we did.
Thandy and Karen were friendly, professional and made us feel like old friends. We will definitely be back and will bring our friends and family so they can share in this beautiful gem.
We’ve have just come back from a 3 night stay at earth lodge. One word incredible. We got to see
...read moreWe’ve have just come back from a 3 night stay at earth lodge. One word incredible. We got to see the big 5 and a lot more animals. The game drives were amazing. The Knowledge of the tracker (Donald) and our guide (Helen) was exceptional and they ensured we were able to see everything. We seen leopards, cheetahs and lions. You stop for a morning coffee out in the bush and sundowners in the evening, this was also excellently organised. The rooms are absolutely stunning with the biggest mini bar I’ve ever seen. The drink options are fantastic. Super comfortable rooms and luxurious. Food was superb. Each evening there was a different location for dinner excellently curated by the team at the hotel, with food prepared to a very high standard. We also used the gym facilities which were great. The service and operational standards at this hotel are exceptional. I would 100% stay at this lodge again it was such an incredible experience
Price Includes
* Luxury accommodation * All airport transfers * Meal plan as per itinerary * Sightseeing & tour as per itinerary * All entrance fees & conservation fees * English speaking driver/guide
Price Excludes
* International Flights * Visas * Personal purchases * Gratuities
Cape Town
A few highlights:
The Zeitz Museum of Contemporary African Art
Table Mountain's jaw-dropping views
Boulders Beach, where penguins might swim right up to you in the warm Indian ocean waters
Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, where you can walk along a treetop canopy among incredible native flora or watch an open-air concert at the base of the mountain
Robben Island, where visitors can see the cell where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 years
Sabi Sands
Perfect whether you're looking for a romantic getaway or a family trip!
Frequent and Big Five viewing, rich biodiversity and excellent birdlife to be seen.
Whether you're soaking in your private plunge pool, lounging in the library overlooking a waterhole, or tracking wildlife on foot, the experiences at Sabi Sands Reserve are authentic, exclusive, and memorable.
Victoria Falls
Luxury & eco-lodges on the riverfront where you can see the wildlife at your front door.
Majestic elephant herds, buffalo, birds, crocodiles can be seen best seen on boat safaris.
Breathtaking Falls (largest sheet of falling water), aerial views, Devil’s Pool, river adventures, cultural evenings.
Chobe National Park
Tucked away in the northeastern corner of Botswana, on the banks of the famous Chobe River, the scenic little town of Kasane rests on the doorstep of the spectacular Chobe National Park.
There are no boundary fences separating the village from the park and game such as elephant and hippo are often spotted roaming around the town. If on the lookout for elusive game, pay a visit to the Sedudu Valley Road, where large dead trees provide temporary homes for leopards.
Within Kasane, an ancient baobab tree stands on display, once serving as a local prison.
Visitors can look forward to a multitude of activities including: enjoying a game drive through the park, taking a sunset cruise down the Chobe River, visiting a local village or jumping on a day trip to the breathtaking Victoria Falls.
Okavango Delta
Situated in the northwestern corner of Botswana, the Okavango Delta is a World Heritage Site as it is the largest inland delta in the world.
The magnificent Okavango River sprawls out over the dry sands of the Kalahari Desert forming this flourishing waterlogged oasis featuring countless meandering waterways and crystal clear lagoons studded with water lilies, as well as fertile floodplains and reeded islands inhabited with abundant wildlife.
The Okavango Delta stretches over an impressive 15000 square kilometres.
Visitors can enjoy a number of wonderful activities such as game viewing, fishing, bird watching or taking an authentic guided Mokoro excursion through this wetland paradise in a traditional dugout canoe. Commonly spotted animals include: lion, rhino, leopard, giraffe, hippos, elephants, crocodiles and countless species of bird.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1-4: Cape Town
2 full day tours - including Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, Boulders beach penguin colony, wine tasting at three different estates and a visit to Table Mountain.
You will have a full day at leisure so you may enjoy your time and explore the rest of the Cape region at your own pace.
Optional Activities: Shark Cage Diving, Helicopter Flights over the Cape / Whale Watching tours.
Accommodation: Table Bay Sun Hotel, Bed and Breakfats
Day 5 - 7: Sabi Sands Game Reserve
2 daily safari drives
All meals are included
Local drinks are included
Optional: Bush walk
Accommodation: Savanna Private Reserve, fully inclusive
Day 8: Panorama Route
The Stops include: Three Rondavels lookout Point, Bourk’s Luck Potholes, Some of the waterfalls
Accommodation: Summerfields Rose Retreat & Spa, Bed & Breakfast
Day 9-11: Victoria Falls
Matetsi Victoria Falls: the ultimate safari experience and idyllic accommodation retreat from which to visit the largest waterfall on earth. Experience
Matetsi magic from sunrise safaris to sunset boat cruises.
There is a wide range of activities available within Matetsi Private Game Reserve, and Victoria Falls town offers additional activities catering for the most discerning culture seekers through to avid adventure enthusiasts.
Accommodation: Matetsi River Lodge - Fully Inclusive
Day 12 & 13: Chobe National Park, Bostwana
All meals, Selected beverages & 2 Safari activities per/day included.
Spend you day enjoying incredible wildlife at Chobe National Park with game drives and river safaris including all meals, fine selection of drinks and luxury accommodation.
Accommodation: Chobe Game Lodge, Fully Inclusive
Day 14 - 16: Okavango Delta
Spend 2 full days enjoying your unrivalled wildlife activates and luxury accommodation in one of the most remote wildlife reserves on the planet.
Accommodation: Eagle Island Camp - Botswana
Day 17: Okavango Delta / Johannesburg / Departure
After your morning safari activity and breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Johannesburg where you will connect with your international flight
End of Itinerary
** Guests can add a few days in Mauritius or Mozambique to end this incredible itinerary with a luxury beach break.
What to pack:
- Comfortable light clothing for summer months, including a swimming costume.
- A very warm jacket for game drives during winter – conditions can be chilly!
- Walking shoes and socks.
- Sunhat, sunglasses and sunscreen (the African sun is harsh for the unprotected body).
- Camera and plenty of film/ memory space.
- A good book.
Please contact us for assistance
Our team is available
+27 (0) 21 6969615
+27 (0) 606191220
+27 (0) 642831384
