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Luxury Safari Botswana, Victoria Falls/Zambezi & Cape Town
Why You Should Go
We were thrilled to discover newly launched flight routes that now offer seamless travel between Victoria Falls, the Okavango Delta, and Chobe National Park – three of our favorite safari destinations in all of Africa.
Our comprehensive luxury African safari spans Cape Town, the Zambezi River (bordering Zambia & Zimbabwe), and multiple regions of Botswana, offering a truly unforgettable experience for all wildlife lovers. With a meticulously constructed conservation program, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Okavango Delta in Botswana is perhaps the best region in Africa to see the likes of African bush elephants, black and white Rhinos, spotted hyenas, and African wild dogs to name a few! Victoria Falls River Lodge’s unique location on the Zambezi River allows for ample wildlife viewing, fishing, and, of course, a hike or helicopter fly-over at the stunning Victoria Falls.
A highlight of this multi-country private safari is Chobe National Park, Botswana’s first national park and home to the largest concentration of African elephants in the world (around 120,000-150,000). Daily game drives offer the chance to view these majestic animals in the wild, while sunset cruises on the Chobe River allow for relaxing encounters with water buffalo, hippopotamuses, and other wildlife along the water’s edge.
Dependent on seasonality, this comprehensive private tour cost is upward of USD 5-6K per couple per day.
Best Travel Time: Spring Summer
*All of our comprehensive private tour itineraries are inclusive of all luxury accommodations, private guide/driver throughout, daily meals as specified, INTERNAL flights/rail /private transfers as needed, & all taxes/service fees.
Sample Itinerary
15 Days
Each private luxury tour is custom to the wishes of each client. This itinerary is a sample. Partnering with our long-established relationship with United Airlines, our global “Air Lady,” Marta, may provide competitive Polaris/Business Class international airfare, along with mileage points conversion.
Day 1
Fly to Johannesburg
Our global “Air Lady,” Marta, may assist with your international airfare, as well as with mileage points conversion.
Day 2
Arrive Johannesburg
Upon arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport, you will be welcomed to Johannesburg by our local representative and privately transferred to your hotel.
Accommodation: InterContinental Johannesburg O.R .Tambo Airport
Day 3
Fly Johannesburg to Victoria Falls
Following breakfast at InterContinental O.R. Tambo International Airport, you will be privately transferred to the airport for your flight to Victoria Falls. Upon arrival at Victoria Falls International Airport, you will be privately transferred to Victoria Falls River Lodge.
The remainder of your afternoon is free to enjoy wildlife viewing and available activities on offer.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodations: Victoria Falls River Lodge
Day 4
Victoria Falls Adventure
Enjoy a full-day excursion at Victoria Falls, regarded as the largest waterfall in the world, plunging 354 feet down a series of basalt gorges. Your tour will begin with a walking trail around to both sides of the falls, the Zambia and Zimbabwe sides. Then, embark on a 20-minute journey across the bridge for terrific views, spanning between the two countries. The “Flight of Angels” helicopter ride over Victoria Falls can be arranged for adventurous spirits. Other activities here include wildlife drives and walking safaris, as well as canoeing and fishing on the Zambezi River! The fishing season here is from March to December.
Your stay here is not complete without an evening cruise down the Zambezi River!
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodations: Victoria Falls River Lodge
Day 5
Fly Victoria Falls to Kasane + Transfer to Chobe National Park
Following breakfast, you will be transferred to Victoria Falls International Airport for your short light aircraft flight to Kasane. Upon arrival at Kasane Airport, you will be transferred to Chobe Chilwero Lodge.
The remainder of your afternoon is free to enjoy safari game drives on offer.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodations: Chobe Chilwero Lodge
Days 6-8
Wildlife Viewing in Chobe National Park
Enjoy morning and afternoon safari game drives, along with evening sundowner cruises with expert guides at Chobe Chilwero Lodge. Chobe National Park is special for many reasons, being known as the first and most biologically diverse national park in Botswana, and home to the largest concentration of elephants in the world! The area’s many waterways make for a lush wildlife ecosystem, allowing guests to view lions, elephants, giraffes, puku, sable, hippopotamuses, crocodiles, and an array of birds. Of particular interest are the African buffalos, amazing to view on a sundowner cruise!
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodations: Chobe Chilwero Lodge
Day 9
Fly Kasane to Okavango Delta
Following breakfast and, time permitting, one last wildlife drive at Chobe Chilwero Lodge, you will be transferred to the Kasane Airport for your light aircraft flight to Chief’s Camp, located in the Okavango Delta.
The remainder of your afternoon is free to enjoy safari game drives on offer.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodations: Chief’s Camp
Days 10-11
Wildlife Drives at Chief’s Camp
Expert guides will share their extensive wildlife knowledge while providing you with the awe-inspiring opportunity to view roaming lions, antelope, zebras, buffalo, and wild dogs. You will even get to enjoy a scenic helicopter ride over the Moremi Game Reserve.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodations: Chief’s Camp
Day 12
Fly Okavango Delta to Maun + Fly Maun to Cape Town + Private Transfer to Franschhoek
Following breakfast and, time permitting, one last wildlife drive at Chief’s Camp, you will be transferred to the nearby airstrip for your light aircraft flight to Maun. Upon arrival in Maun, you will be assisted with boarding your flight to Cape Town. Upon arrival in Cape Town, you will be privately transferred to Mont Rochelle, with the remainder of your evening at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodations: Mont Rochelle
Day 13
Cape Point Peninsula Private Tour
Enjoy a full-day private tour adventure to Cape Point, located on the southwestern tip of the African continent. Notwithstanding our many world travels, we feel Cape Point offers some of the most spectacular ocean/mountain sceneries in the world. Traveling through the Cape of Good Hope Reserve you may see zebras, elands, bonteboks, and jackass penguins. As you travel back to Cape Town via Simon’s Town, you may opt to stop at the National Botanic Garden, recently voted one of the top ten gardens in the world (by curators of Kew Gardens in London!).
For families, we recommend local township biking tours through Khayelitsha or Masiphumelele or a day of hiking at Lion’s Head.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodations: Mont Rochelle
Day 14
Franschhoek Winelands Private Tour
Mont Rochelle is located in the idyllic Franschhoek Mountains, home to the finest wines in South Africa! Today, you will have a full day of discretionary use of your local guide and driver to explore the Winelands area. Among our favorite stops are Vergelegen Estate and its historic manor house; the picturesque historic town of Stellenbosch; Aura Estates, home of hand-crafted, award-winning Forest Hill cheeses; and Le Quartier Français, a quiet and exclusive boutique hotel, winery, and wellness spa!
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodations: Mont Rochelle
Day 15
Private Transfer to Cape Town International Airport + Fly Cape Town to Home
Following breakfast at Mont Rochelle, you will be privately transferred to the Cape Town International Airport for your flight home.
Meals: Breakfast
Hotels
We love the convenience and upscale feel of the InterContinental Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport Hotel! The 138 contemporary guest rooms feature soundproof windows (no airplane noise!), warm color tones, a heated indoor pool, full spa, and full fitness center (overlooking the main runway!). You will also find a 24-hour restaurant on-site for those getting in at odd hours, or even just a late-night snack. An attractive feature of the property is the relaxing outdoor area in an alfresco setting with tall trees and manicured gardens, a rare addition to an airport hotel.
InterContinental Johannesburg Tambo Airport
View More InfoWe love the convenience and upscale feel of the InterContinental Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport Hotel! The 138 contemporary guest rooms feature soundproof windows (no airplane noise!), warm color tones, a heated indoor pool, full spa, and full fitness center (overlooking the main runway!). You will also find a 24-hour restaurant on-site for those getting in at odd hours, or even just a late-night snack. An attractive feature of the property is the relaxing outdoor area in an alfresco setting with tall trees and manicured gardens, a rare addition to an airport hotel.
Victoria Falls River Lodge is the first private game lodge to be set in the Zambezi National Park! Located on the iconic Zambezi River, each room has ample opportunity for casually viewing wildlife (including elephants, buffalo, hippos, and crocodiles!). This property is the epitome of a private experience, featuring just six suites (!) and situated as a self-contained resort on a private island. The Malachite tented suites are a one-mile boat trip downstream from the river lodge, and feature a private deck, plunge pool, day bed, bathtub, with air-conditioned spacious interiors. Luxury amenities include an elevated cocktail bar with panoramic views of the national park, an open-air casual lounge serving gourmet food, daily game viewing activities, and a tropical spa offering a variety of massage treatments (highly rated!).
Victoria Falls River Lodge
View More InfoVictoria Falls River Lodge is the first private game lodge to be set in the Zambezi National Park! Located on the iconic Zambezi River, each room has ample opportunity for casually viewing wildlife (including elephants, buffalo, hippos, and crocodiles!). This property is the epitome of a private experience, featuring just six suites (!) and situated as a self-contained resort on a private island. The Malachite tented suites are a one-mile boat trip downstream from the river lodge, and feature a private deck, plunge pool, day bed, bathtub, with air-conditioned spacious interiors. Luxury amenities include an elevated cocktail bar with panoramic views of the national park, an open-air casual lounge serving gourmet food, daily game viewing activities, and a tropical spa offering a variety of massage treatments (highly rated!).
Chobe Chilwero Lodge is the most intimate luxury lodge in Chobe National Park, offering just 15 spacious standalone suites among lush gardens. The property is perched on a hill overlooking the Chobe River, perfect for panoramic views of wildlife, islands, and the surrounding floodplains. Guests can enjoy expertly guided morning and afternoon safari game drives, as well as evening sundowner cruises along the river. Chobe National Park is special for many reasons, renowned as the first and most biologically diverse national park in Botswana, and home to the largest concentration of African elephants in the world! The region’s network of waterways supports a rich ecosystem where sightings may include lions, elephants, giraffes, puku, sable, hippopotamuses, crocodiles, and a variety of birdlife. Herds of African buffalo are particularly striking when viewed from a river cruise at sunset.Widely regarded as “ultra-exclusive,” Chobe Chilwero Lodge is the only property in the area to feature a full-service spa, complete with a picturesque (!) treetop treatment room. Additional amenities include a library, lounge and dining spaces that open onto outdoor viewing areas, and a split-level swimming pool. All meals and beverages are included.
Chobe Chilwero Lodge
View More InfoChobe Chilwero Lodge is the most intimate luxury lodge in Chobe National Park, offering just 15 spacious standalone suites among lush gardens. The property is perched on a hill overlooking the Chobe River, perfect for panoramic views of wildlife, islands, and the surrounding floodplains. Guests can enjoy expertly guided morning and afternoon safari game drives, as well as evening sundowner cruises along the river. Chobe National Park is special for many reasons, renowned as the first and most biologically diverse national park in Botswana, and home to the largest concentration of African elephants in the world! The region’s network of waterways supports a rich ecosystem where sightings may include lions, elephants, giraffes, puku, sable, hippopotamuses, crocodiles, and a variety of birdlife. Herds of African buffalo are particularly striking when viewed from a river cruise at sunset.Widely regarded as “ultra-exclusive,” Chobe Chilwero Lodge is the only property in the area to feature a full-service spa, complete with a picturesque (!) treetop treatment room. Additional amenities include a library, lounge and dining spaces that open onto outdoor viewing areas, and a split-level swimming pool. All meals and beverages are included.
Chief’s Camp is yet another example of the many luxury safari camps to choose from in the predator-rich Okavango Delta. Set in the Moremi Game Reserve, Chief’s Camp is made up of 101,500 sq. feet of luxury bush pavilions and one suite, all with private decks with plunge pools, as well as indoor and outdoor showers (using the outdoor showers in this remote, pristine environment is truly exhilarating!) We particularly like the pavilion’s polished teakwood floors, insect-proof netted windows and colorful batik fabrics. Other amenities include a new spa treatment room, a small pool, and picturesque dining area/observation deck. Based on the Chief’s location overlooking a large lagoon on the northwest tip of Chief’s Island, many mokoro (canoe/boat) game excursions are a continuing fun activity in the summer! Chief’s extraordinary location and wildlife-rich Moremi Island allows for game-viewing to include all of the “Big 5” (African lions, elephants, Cape buffalo, and rhino) hence, our choice as a prime family safari site. Chief’s renovation includes 10 luxury bush pavilions (in effect like small cottages), all with private terrace plunge pools, 462 sq. feet!
Chief’s Camp
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Chief’s Camp is yet another example of the many luxury safari camps to choose from in the predator-rich Okavango Delta. Set in the Moremi Game Reserve, Chief’s Camp is made up of 101,500 sq. feet of luxury bush pavilions and one suite, all with private decks with plunge pools, as well as indoor and outdoor showers (using the outdoor showers in this remote, pristine environment is truly exhilarating!) We particularly like the pavilion’s polished teakwood floors, insect-proof netted windows and colorful batik fabrics. Other amenities include a new spa treatment room, a small pool, and picturesque dining area/observation deck. Based on the Chief’s location overlooking a large lagoon on the northwest tip of Chief’s Island, many mokoro (canoe/boat) game excursions are a continuing fun activity in the summer! Chief’s extraordinary location and wildlife-rich Moremi Island allows for game-viewing to include all of the “Big 5” (African lions, elephants, Cape buffalo, and rhino) hence, our choice as a prime family safari site. Chief’s renovation includes 10 luxury bush pavilions (in effect like small cottages), all with private terrace plunge pools, 462 sq. feet!
On the slopes of the Franschhoek Mountains, the Mont Rochelle Hotel and Mountain Vineyards are a breath of fresh air from city life. Mont Rochelle is famously known as the “French Corner” of the Cape with 26 rooms and suites, a large outdoor swimming pool, a luxury spa, and a wide range of outdoor activities, including hiking and retail therapy. Our most recent trip to Africa found us enjoying lunch at Mont Rochelle. We were most impressed by the hotel’s scenery overlooking the vineyards and its culinary offerings, specifically the Butter Chicken Curry. Enjoy!
Mont Rochelle Hotel
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On the slopes of the Franschhoek Mountains, the Mont Rochelle Hotel and Mountain Vineyards are a breath of fresh air from city life. Mont Rochelle is famously known as the “French Corner” of the Cape with 26 rooms and suites, a large outdoor swimming pool, a luxury spa, and a wide range of outdoor activities, including hiking and retail therapy. Our most recent trip to Africa found us enjoying lunch at Mont Rochelle. We were most impressed by the hotel’s scenery overlooking the vineyards and its culinary offerings, specifically the Butter Chicken Curry. Enjoy!
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Please note we specialize in global private luxury travel, including private guides and drivers throughout, high-quality accommodations, inclusive of safari lodges and ryokans, in-country rail/air, and all taxes/service fees. Dependent on destination and seasonality, our comprehensive private tour costs are upward of USD 5-6K per couple per day.
Overview
Temperature
Highs: Low 80s
Lows: Low 60s
Area
1.22 Million SQ KM
470,693 SQ MI
Capital
Pretoria (Administrative), Cape Town (Legislative) & Bloemfontein (Judicial)
Population
50.7 Million
Language
English, Afrikaans, Sesotho, Setswana, Xhosa & Zulu
Currency
Rand
Temperature
Highs: Low 90’s
Lows: Mid 60’s
Area
581,730 SQ KM
224,607 SQ MI
Capital
Gaborone
Population
2.3 Million
Language
English & Setswana
Currency
Pula
Temperature
Highs: Low 80’s
Lows: Low 60’s
Area
752,614 SQ KM
290,586 SQ MI
Capital
Lusaka
Population
16.5 Million
Language
English (official), Bemba, Lozi, Nyanja & Tonga
Currency
Kwacha
Temperature
Highs: Mid 80's
Lows: Low 50's
Area
390,757 SQ KM
150,872 SQ MI
Capital
Harare
Population
16.63 million
Language
Chewa, Chibarwe, English, Kalanga, Koisan, Nambya, Ndau, Ndebele, Shangani, Shona, Sign Language, Sotho, Tonga, Tswana, Venda, and Xhosa
Currency
Zimbabwe Gold
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