South Africa
Botswana
Namibia
Zimbabwe
Small groups, big experiences, independent spirit.
Hotel accommodations, including baggage handling
11 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 11 dinners
Guided sightseeing, visits, and admissions as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary
Roundtrip International airfare (East Coast gateway), Intra-Africa airfare, and group transfers are included.
Full time throughout the trip
Upon arrival in Johannesburg,South Africa, meet your Tour Manager and fellow travel companions who will shafre this journey with you. Our group transfer and check in at our starting hotel is seamless, allowing you to enjoy a much welcomed hot dinner before tucking in for the evening for a well deserved sleep.
Welcome to Johannesburg, where your African adventure begins. After arriving, we’ll head into the city for a meaningful introduction to South Africa’s history with a visit to the Apartheid Museum (or Mandela House, depending on the day). This powerful experience sets the tone for the journey ahead. A panoramic tour reveals the energy and contrasts of this dynamic city before we arrive at our five-star hotel. Settle in, relax, and enjoy a warm welcome dinner as we begin our journey together.
This morning, we fly north to Kasane, Botswana—your gateway to the African wilderness. From here, a private boat transfer carries you through serene waterways alive with birdlife. Keep watch for hippos and crocodiles along the riverbanks as you glide toward your lodge. Nestled in nature, your accommodations offer a peaceful retreat where the sounds of the wild replace the noise of everyday life. Dinner this evening is served under African skies.
Today brings your first full safari experience in Chobe National Park, home to one of the largest elephant populations in Africa. Set out on a thrilling 4×4 game drive, where each turn may reveal elephants, giraffes, buffalo, or antelope. After time to relax at the lodge, we’ll venture out again—this time by private boat along the Chobe River. Watch wildlife gather at the water’s edge as the golden light of late afternoon casts a magical glow across the landscape.
Cross into Namibia this morning to visit a traditional village on Impalila Island. Here, you’ll experience the rhythms of daily life and gain insight into local customs and culture. After returning to the lodge for lunch, we set out on a private boat excursion along the legendary Zambezi River. Vast, untamed, and breathtakingly beautiful, this iconic waterway offers unforgettable scenery. This evening, gather for storytelling and shared moments that bring the spirit of the region to life.
Another day, another extraordinary safari. Return to Chobe National Park for more wildlife encounters—perhaps spotting lions, zebra, or a tower of giraffes moving across the plains. A special lunch in the bush deepens your connection to this remarkable place. Back at the lodge, enjoy time to unwind—perhaps by the pool—before another peaceful evening surrounded by nature.
Enjoy one final boat safari this morning, soaking in the beauty of the Chobe region before departing. After lunch, we travel to Kasane Airport for a scenic flight over the African landscape to Lake Kariba. Upon arrival, you’ll board your elegant ship and settle into your new floating home. As evening falls, take in your first views of this vast and tranquil lake—where water, sky, and wilderness meet.
Wake to the gentle rhythm of the lake before heading out on a 4×4 safari in Matusadona National Park, a remote and pristine wilderness accessible only by water. Elephants, hippos, and a wide variety of birdlife call this place home. Return to the ship for lunch as we cruise through this striking landscape. Later, a private boat excursion brings you closer to the shoreline, where wildlife gathers in the soft light of late afternoon.
Today offers a deeper exploration of Matusadona’s hidden corners. Glide through quiet waterways by boat before an afternoon game drive across the plains. As the sun sets, the landscape transforms into a golden dream. After dinner, step onto the deck for a truly unforgettable experience—stargazing under one of the clearest night skies in the world, where the Milky Way stretches endlessly above.
A day to slow down and take it all in. As we cruise across Lake Kariba, you’ll pass the haunting silhouettes of trees rising from the water—remnants of the valley that once stood here. Learn about the lake’s fascinating history and the incredible wildlife rescue known as Operation Noah. This evening, head out by boat to witness one of Africa’s most breathtaking sunsets, reflected across the still waters.
This morning, we disembark and visit the impressive Kariba Dam, an engineering marvel with a story as powerful as the river itself. A scenic flight brings us to Victoria Falls, where the Zambezi River continues its dramatic journey. Enjoy a relaxing lunch cruise upstream before settling into your hotel. The afternoon is yours to unwind—perhaps by the pool—before gathering for dinner.
Our journey concludes with a guided walk to one of the world’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders—Victoria Falls. Known as “The Smoke That Thunders,” the sheer power and beauty of the cascading water is unforgettable. After time to take in the views, your journey comes to a close, leaving you with memories as vast and vivid as Africa itself.
Upon arrival in Johannesburg,South Africa, meet your Tour Manager and fellow travel companions who will shafre this journey with you. Our group transfer and check in at our starting hotel is seamless, allowing you to enjoy a much welcomed hot dinner before tucking in for the evening for a well deserved sleep.
Welcome to Johannesburg, where your African adventure begins. After arriving, we’ll head into the city for a meaningful introduction to South Africa’s history with a visit to the Apartheid Museum (or Mandela House, depending on the day). This powerful experience sets the tone for the journey ahead. A panoramic tour reveals the energy and contrasts of this dynamic city before we arrive at our five-star hotel. Settle in, relax, and enjoy a warm welcome dinner as we begin our journey together.
This morning, we fly north to Kasane, Botswana—your gateway to the African wilderness. From here, a private boat transfer carries you through serene waterways alive with birdlife. Keep watch for hippos and crocodiles along the riverbanks as you glide toward your lodge. Nestled in nature, your accommodations offer a peaceful retreat where the sounds of the wild replace the noise of everyday life. Dinner this evening is served under African skies.
Today brings your first full safari experience in Chobe National Park, home to one of the largest elephant populations in Africa. Set out on a thrilling 4×4 game drive, where each turn may reveal elephants, giraffes, buffalo, or antelope. After time to relax at the lodge, we’ll venture out again—this time by private boat along the Chobe River. Watch wildlife gather at the water’s edge as the golden light of late afternoon casts a magical glow across the landscape.
Cross into Namibia this morning to visit a traditional village on Impalila Island. Here, you’ll experience the rhythms of daily life and gain insight into local customs and culture. After returning to the lodge for lunch, we set out on a private boat excursion along the legendary Zambezi River. Vast, untamed, and breathtakingly beautiful, this iconic waterway offers unforgettable scenery. This evening, gather for storytelling and shared moments that bring the spirit of the region to life.
Another day, another extraordinary safari. Return to Chobe National Park for more wildlife encounters—perhaps spotting lions, zebra, or a tower of giraffes moving across the plains. A special lunch in the bush deepens your connection to this remarkable place. Back at the lodge, enjoy time to unwind—perhaps by the pool—before another peaceful evening surrounded by nature.
Enjoy one final boat safari this morning, soaking in the beauty of the Chobe region before departing. After lunch, we travel to Kasane Airport for a scenic flight over the African landscape to Lake Kariba. Upon arrival, you’ll board your elegant ship and settle into your new floating home. As evening falls, take in your first views of this vast and tranquil lake—where water, sky, and wilderness meet.
Wake to the gentle rhythm of the lake before heading out on a 4×4 safari in Matusadona National Park, a remote and pristine wilderness accessible only by water. Elephants, hippos, and a wide variety of birdlife call this place home. Return to the ship for lunch as we cruise through this striking landscape. Later, a private boat excursion brings you closer to the shoreline, where wildlife gathers in the soft light of late afternoon.
Today offers a deeper exploration of Matusadona’s hidden corners. Glide through quiet waterways by boat before an afternoon game drive across the plains. As the sun sets, the landscape transforms into a golden dream. After dinner, step onto the deck for a truly unforgettable experience—stargazing under one of the clearest night skies in the world, where the Milky Way stretches endlessly above.
A day to slow down and take it all in. As we cruise across Lake Kariba, you’ll pass the haunting silhouettes of trees rising from the water—remnants of the valley that once stood here. Learn about the lake’s fascinating history and the incredible wildlife rescue known as Operation Noah. This evening, head out by boat to witness one of Africa’s most breathtaking sunsets, reflected across the still waters.
This morning, we disembark and visit the impressive Kariba Dam, an engineering marvel with a story as powerful as the river itself. A scenic flight brings us to Victoria Falls, where the Zambezi River continues its dramatic journey. Enjoy a relaxing lunch cruise upstream before settling into your hotel. The afternoon is yours to unwind—perhaps by the pool—before gathering for dinner.
Our journey concludes with a guided walk to one of the world’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders—Victoria Falls. Known as “The Smoke That Thunders,” the sheer power and beauty of the cascading water is unforgettable. After time to take in the views, your journey comes to a close, leaving you with memories as vast and vivid as Africa itself.
Upon arrival in Johannesburg,South Africa, meet your Tour Manager and fellow travel companions who will shafre this journey with you. Our group transfer and check in at our starting hotel is seamless, allowing you to enjoy a much welcomed hot dinner before tucking in for the evening for a well deserved sleep.
Welcome to Johannesburg, where your African adventure begins. After arriving, we’ll head into the city for a meaningful introduction to South Africa’s history with a visit to the Apartheid Museum (or Mandela House, depending on the day). This powerful experience sets the tone for the journey ahead. A panoramic tour reveals the energy and contrasts of this dynamic city before we arrive at our five-star hotel. Settle in, relax, and enjoy a warm welcome dinner as we begin our journey together.
This morning, we fly north to Kasane, Botswana—your gateway to the African wilderness. From here, a private boat transfer carries you through serene waterways alive with birdlife. Keep watch for hippos and crocodiles along the riverbanks as you glide toward your lodge. Nestled in nature, your accommodations offer a peaceful retreat where the sounds of the wild replace the noise of everyday life. Dinner this evening is served under African skies.
Today brings your first full safari experience in Chobe National Park, home to one of the largest elephant populations in Africa. Set out on a thrilling 4×4 game drive, where each turn may reveal elephants, giraffes, buffalo, or antelope. After time to relax at the lodge, we’ll venture out again—this time by private boat along the Chobe River. Watch wildlife gather at the water’s edge as the golden light of late afternoon casts a magical glow across the landscape.
Cross into Namibia this morning to visit a traditional village on Impalila Island. Here, you’ll experience the rhythms of daily life and gain insight into local customs and culture. After returning to the lodge for lunch, we set out on a private boat excursion along the legendary Zambezi River. Vast, untamed, and breathtakingly beautiful, this iconic waterway offers unforgettable scenery. This evening, gather for storytelling and shared moments that bring the spirit of the region to life.
Another day, another extraordinary safari. Return to Chobe National Park for more wildlife encounters—perhaps spotting lions, zebra, or a tower of giraffes moving across the plains. A special lunch in the bush deepens your connection to this remarkable place. Back at the lodge, enjoy time to unwind—perhaps by the pool—before another peaceful evening surrounded by nature.
Enjoy one final boat safari this morning, soaking in the beauty of the Chobe region before departing. After lunch, we travel to Kasane Airport for a scenic flight over the African landscape to Lake Kariba. Upon arrival, you’ll board your elegant ship and settle into your new floating home. As evening falls, take in your first views of this vast and tranquil lake—where water, sky, and wilderness meet.
Wake to the gentle rhythm of the lake before heading out on a 4×4 safari in Matusadona National Park, a remote and pristine wilderness accessible only by water. Elephants, hippos, and a wide variety of birdlife call this place home. Return to the ship for lunch as we cruise through this striking landscape. Later, a private boat excursion brings you closer to the shoreline, where wildlife gathers in the soft light of late afternoon.
Today offers a deeper exploration of Matusadona’s hidden corners. Glide through quiet waterways by boat before an afternoon game drive across the plains. As the sun sets, the landscape transforms into a golden dream. After dinner, step onto the deck for a truly unforgettable experience—stargazing under one of the clearest night skies in the world, where the Milky Way stretches endlessly above.
A day to slow down and take it all in. As we cruise across Lake Kariba, you’ll pass the haunting silhouettes of trees rising from the water—remnants of the valley that once stood here. Learn about the lake’s fascinating history and the incredible wildlife rescue known as Operation Noah. This evening, head out by boat to witness one of Africa’s most breathtaking sunsets, reflected across the still waters.
This morning, we disembark and visit the impressive Kariba Dam, an engineering marvel with a story as powerful as the river itself. A scenic flight brings us to Victoria Falls, where the Zambezi River continues its dramatic journey. Enjoy a relaxing lunch cruise upstream before settling into your hotel. The afternoon is yours to unwind—perhaps by the pool—before gathering for dinner.
Our journey concludes with a guided walk to one of the world’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders—Victoria Falls. Known as “The Smoke That Thunders,” the sheer power and beauty of the cascading water is unforgettable. After time to take in the views, your journey comes to a close, leaving you with memories as vast and vivid as Africa itself.
Per Person/Double Occupancy
A non-refundable $300 deposit per person is required for booking. Before completing your reservation, be sure you read and understand our Cancellation Policy and Terms & Conditions.
Space for this tour is limited. Please contact us to discuss accommodation options and availability.