Best of Eastern & Southern Africa
13 nights • 5 Destinations • From $11,218
While it usually takes travelers at least two trips to visit these four African countries, there is no rush on this, the ultimate safari. The Masai Mara and Okavango Delta offer a bounty of game viewing, the mighty Victoria Falls supplies the oohs and aahs, and the stunning Cape Town vistas give the traveler a chance to relax and soak up the breathtaking landscape.
13 Nights
5 Destinations
Full Trip Itinerary
Day 1-2 Nairobi, Kenya | House of Waine
Day 2-5 Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya | Angama Mara
Day 5-6 Nairobi, Kenya | Giraffe Manor
Day 6-8 Livingstone, Zambia | Thorntree River Lodge
Day 8-11 Okavango Delta, Botswana | Chitabe
Day 11-14 Cape Town, South Africa | Cape Grace
Day 14 Departure Cape Town, South Africa
Travel Itinerary: Day 1-2
DESTINATION
Nairobi, Kenya
Historic Nairobi is definitely worth more than just a night. Visit orphaned elephants and rhinos rescued by the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. Hand-feed a giraffe at The Giraffe Center. And you shouldn’t miss the Karen Blixen Museum or the African curio markets!
ACCOMMODATION | 1 NIGHT
House of Waine
This grand mansion-style hotel is on the edge of Nairobi's leafy suburbs, close to the Karen Blixen Museum, Giraffe Center, and Daphne Sheldrick Wildlife Sanctuary. Start or finish your Kenyan safari in style, with a comfortable stay here.
Travel Itinerary: Day 2-5
DESTINATION
Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
It is a wonder to see first-hand the red-robed Maasai coexisting with the large game of Africa. The Masai Mara offers a wide array of camps and lodges, ranging from colonial “Out of Africa” style to modern Maasai. Hot air balloons soar into the vast skies above this tribal land, and from July to September, you will witness thousands of animals migrating from the Serengeti. The Big Five is almost always a game drive away.
ACCOMMODATION | 3 NIGHTS
Angama Mara
Located high in the 'Out of Africa' Rift Valley escarpment, this has two intimate camps with sweeping savanna views and colonial country club interiors. A private track descends into the Masai Mara for superb game viewing and seasonal wildebeest migration
Travel Itinerary: Day 5-6
DESTINATION
Nairobi, Kenya
Historic Nairobi is definitely worth more than just a night. Visit orphaned elephants and rhinos rescued by the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. Hand-feed a giraffe at The Giraffe Center. And you shouldn’t miss the Karen Blixen Museum or the African curio markets!
ACCOMMODATION | 2 NIGHTS
Giraffe Manor
Don't be surprised when giraffes poke their heads through your first-floor bedroom window, or a long tongue seeks to be fed pellets at the breakfast table. These tame, rare Rothschild's giraffes make staying at this boutique country hotel undeniably unique.
Travel Itinerary: Day 6-8
DESTINATION
Livingstone, Zambia
One of the world’s largest waterfalls can be seen from the unique vantage point of Devil’s Pool, right on the edge of Victoria Falls. This is a bucket-list must-see, and does not disappoint! Don a poncho in April and May and walk out to the middle of the suspended bridge for a full view of the ‘smoke that thunders.’ Nearby riverside lodges offer sunset cruises that can take you close to the curtain of the falls, where you can feel the strength of the water pounding into the earth below.
ACCOMMODATION | 2 NIGHTS
Thorntree River Lodge
After gazing upon the achingly beautiful Victoria Falls, head for this contemporary, design-savvy refuge 20 minutes' drive upstream, where the lazy Zambezi glides past your ample suite. It's a gentle place with a pleasing sustainability ethos, canoeing, and golden sunset cruises.
Travel Itinerary: Day 8-11
DESTINATION
Okavango Delta, Botswana
The Okavango is a water wonderland with a range of habitats; the annual floodwater from the north arriving over Kalahari sand can be seen from space! Lodges perch over swirling pools where hippos and croc glide, and don’t be surprised if your staff greet you with African song! Incomparable game viewing abounds from the boat, mokoro canoe, 4X4, on foot, or aerial light aircraft on your way to your lodge.
ACCOMMODATION | 3 NIGHTS
Chitabe Lediba
Little sister to Chitabe Camp, this cozy camp is perfect for small groups and families. The lounge and pool areas provide glorious vantage points for watching animals at the waterhole; elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, and predators all come to drink.
Travel Itinerary: Day 11-14
DESTINATION
Cape Town, South Africa
Bright, sunny weather, long sandy beaches, and the convergence of two huge oceans all await you here in the elegant, historic city of Cape Town. This bustling harbor town is anchored by the world-famous Table Mountain, made up of almost erosion-proof quartzitic sandstone. There is so much to enjoy in this historic town: culture, geology, cuisine, wine country, and unparalleled landscape.
ACCOMMODATION | 3 NIGHTS
Cape Grace
With a millionaire's yacht basin to the front, a working dock to the side, and Table Mountain behind, this V&A Waterfront hotel is amongst the most exclusive and best-positioned in Cape Town. Mingle with locals in its Bascule whisky bar.
Travel Itinerary: Day 14
DEPARTURE CITY
Cape Town, South Africa
Best of Eastern & Southern Africa
Accommodation & Pricing Information
Your custom safari is always tailored to your preferences, which is why we offer three tiers of accommodation. Location, accommodation and its decor, game viewing opportunities, dining experiences, property size, and service levels are all factors to consider. Pricing is per person, double occupancy.
Classic
From $11,218
Offers stylish authenticity and includes all your basic comforts (clean sheets, private bathrooms, delicious food, and a hot shower) so that you can experience nature without roughing it.
Classic Plus
From $14,261
Adds a higher level of luxury so you can enjoy all your creature comforts in premier accommodation. Adventure by day and comfort by night. By industry standards, this is generally 5-star in coveted locations.
Premier
From $20,607
The ultimate 6-star experience in the most sought-after locations for the ultimate wildlife sightings. Expect daily gastronomic delights produced by top chefs, an attentive staff and the most knowledgeable professional guides.
INCLUSIONS Domestic African airfare, accommodations, game drives, meals on safari, park entrance fees, naturalist guides, porterage of one soft-sided bag, medical evacuation insurance.
EXCLUSIONS International airfare, personal expenses, excess baggage fees, gratuities, airport departure and security tax, passport and visa fees, trip cancellation insurance.
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