Botswana and Southern Africa Discovery
4.5 (Very Good)
4.5 (Very Good)
Immerse yourself in the splendour of Botswana, South Africa and Zambia on this 19-day small group tour with no more than 24 guests. Embark on thrilling game drives in Chobe National Park, explore the serene Okavango Delta, discover vibrant Cape Town and spend three nights at the Royal Livingstone Hotel with direct access to Victoria Falls from dawn till dusk. Enjoy unrivalled stays, unforgettable wildlife encounters and breathtaking landscapes at every turn.
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Upon arrival in Kasane, you will be warmly welcomed and transferred to your lodge, the perfect start to your unforgettable adventure. Meet your APT Tour Director and, this evening, join your fellow travelers for a delightful welcome dinner.
This morning, embark on an exhilarating game drive through Chobe National Park, Botswana’s first national park, famed for its majestic elephant herds and rich wildlife. After a restful break at your lodge, set out on a captivating boat safari along the Chobe River, where the waters draw a vibrant array of animals from the surrounding sunlit bush.
Continue your Chobe National Park adventure with a morning game drive, where you may encounter elephants, buffalo, impalas, giraffes, and predators such as lions, leopards, and wild dogs. Keep watch for the elusive puku, a rare antelope of the wet grasslands, alongside a dazzling variety of birdlife. Relax on the lodge’s serene boardwalk overlooking the river before venturing out again at sunset to witness the bush come alive with wildlife.
This morning, after breakfast, board a light aircraft to a private concession in the Okavango Delta, the world’s largest inland delta. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed and transferred to your luxurious tented camp. Later, embark on an exhilarating game activity, where you may encounter lions, leopards, rhinoceroses, elephants, African buffalo, and a host of other remarkable wildlife before returning to camp for dinner.
Embark on an exhilarating morning game activity, then return to your camp to relax and reflect on the day’s wildlife encounters. In the afternoon, set out once more for another captivating game experience.
Today, continue exploring the wonders of this extraordinary region, with your camp ideally situated amid diverse ecosystems that offer exceptional wildlife encounters year-round. Glide along the tranquil Khwai River in a traditional mokoro, navigating its peaceful side channels while spotting wildlife along the banks. Conclude your day with another unforgettable game viewing adventure before returning to camp to enjoy a delicious dinner in comfort.
After breakfast, transfer to a local airstrip for your light aircraft flight to Maun, followed by your onward journey to Cape Town. Upon arrival, you will be escorted to your luxurious hotel, where this evening a welcome dinner awaits, providing the perfect opportunity to meet your fellow travelers.
After breakfast, explore the charms of Cape Town with a guided tour of the historic Castle of Good Hope and the evocative District Six Museum. Ascend Table Mountain via aerial cableway to enjoy sweeping panoramic views of the city and its surrounds. This evening, choose your own dining experience.
After breakfast, journey along the spectacular Chapman’s Peak Drive, taking in breathtaking coastal vistas en route to Cape Point. Stop in Simon’s Town for a delightful lunch, then visit Boulders Beach to observe its charming penguin colony before returning to your hotel.
Today is yours to enjoy with a selection of Freedom of Choice sightseeing experiences. Later, travel to the charming town of Stellenbosch and settle into the luxurious Lanzerac Hotel, where you can unwind amid its elegant gardens and stunning mountain backdrop.
Following your Signature Experience in Stellenbosch this morning, spend the remainder of the day enjoying the luxurious amenities of your accommodation. Nestled among mountains and vineyards, you may choose to stroll the scenic grounds, relax in the serene surroundings, or indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment (additional cost), with a variety of options to suit your preferences.
Today, fly to Kruger and transfer to your private lodge within the 15,000-hectare Kapama Private Game Reserve. Over the next three nights, enjoy luxurious accommodations and exceptional wildlife encounters among 40 mammal species and over 300 birds. This evening, relax with sundowners as the African sunset unfolds, followed by a sumptuous dinner.
Begin the day with a Signature Experience on an exhilarating early morning game drive. Return to your luxurious lodge to relax and reflect before setting out again for an afternoon safari, concluding with a memorable evening Signature Experience beneath the starlit African sky.
This morning, join your expert guides on an enthralling bushwalk, discovering animal tracks and the local flora used for medicinal purposes. Later, embark on another exhilarating game drive, concluding the day with a sundown toast to the remarkable sights you’ve encountered.
Enjoy a final morning game drive, then board a flight to Johannesburg, where you will stay overnight in preparation for your flight to Livingstone tomorrow morning.
Fly to Livingstone and explore the majestic Victoria Falls from the Zambian side, known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya, “The Smoke That Thunders.” Marvel at the world’s largest sheet of falling water, cascading 108 metres into the gorge below. In the late afternoon, unwind on a sunset cruise along the Zambezi River, enjoying sundowners and canapés as the African sky glows around you.
Wake early to enjoy the tranquillity of Victoria Falls from your hotel’s doorstep before a delicious breakfast. The day is yours to explore with a selection of Freedom of Choice activities, concluding with a sumptuous dinner at your hotel.
Start the day with the tranquil beauty of Victoria Falls from your hotel, followed by breakfast. Later, take to the skies on a thrilling helicopter flight over the Falls and surrounding plains, culminating in another unforgettable Signature Experience.
After breakfast, your spectacular journey comes to an end. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
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