Example 1 - Example/SA/Bots/VF/CT/Sabi

On arrival at Joburg's International Airport you will be met by our ground staff and handed your documents and then escorted to the courtesy shuttle bus to the Peermont Metcourt Suites for an overnight stay. Enjoy a hot shower, good meal and then a solid nights sleep.

After breakfast you will transfer to the airport to connect with your SAA flight to Maun. On arrival you will be met by your pilot and transferred to Eagle Island camp for a four night stay in the Okavango Delta. Your first experience of Africa's wild life!

Enjoy this pristine wilderness. Eagle Island Camp lies deep within the Okavango Delta, on an island called Xaxaba. It is a true Botswana paradise, hidden from the world. The camp offers a cool retreat from the African sun and is shaded by a canopy of indigenous trees, overlooking a lagoon in one of the Delta’s most pristine, natural locations – a mosaic of waterways, palm-treed islands and vast floodplains. The area offers exceptionally high quality wildlife viewing as well as prolific birdlife and, arguably, one of the most romantic bars in the world – the Fish Eagle Bar.

Another day in paradise! Guests are offered a variety of wildlife activities including exploring the waterways by mokoro, sundowner trips on the lagoon on a motorised boat, morning and evening game drives, guided walks and fishing. At an optional additional direct cost, guests can take a helicopter game-viewing flight (extra cost) or opt for an indulgent “Naturally Wild” spa treatment in the privacy of their own tents.

Your last day so make the most of it. Have you captured all the photos you want? The bird life is amazing and so be sure to spend some time today observing their goings on!

After breakfast today you will transfer by light aircraft to Savute Elephant Camp for a three night stay. The view of the Okavango from your aircraft will give you a deeper understanding of this wilderness. You fly low level so look our for herds of Elephant and other animals.

This dry arid region is home to huge Elephant herds. In the heart of the Chobe National Park, sometimes referred to as the elephant capital of the world, is the Savute - an area that personifies the eternal contrast of Africa. Savute is an objective lesson in aridity. Rain is rare and water is precious. You will find yourself in harmony with a unique timeless place, removed from city life. In Savute, you realise that previous little has changed on these dry plains since time began. And the realisation dawns that you are fortunate and privileged to be in one of the last corners of the planet governed by nature.

Photographers paradise. This is a dramatic area where visitors usually see high concentrations of elephant and lions. Prides up to forty strong are not uncommon as are sightings of all the other major predators: the endangered wild dog, leopard, cheetah and the hyena. The lions here have become masters at hunting elephant, a skill unique at this stage, to the Savute prides.

As this camp is situated in the Chobe National Park, park regulations prohibit night drives and walking. However game viewing activities are offered in the morning and late afternoons in open safari game viewing vehicles. All the tents, public areas and the swimming pool overlook the adjacent water hole so it is not uncommon to see a wide variety of birds and animals from the privacy of your own tent. Savute also offers a "Boma" or "place of eating" where guests can enjoy a traditional alfresco dining experience while being entertained by members of staff.

Today you transfer again by light aircraft to Kasane. On arrival you will be met then transferred to Victoria Falls Hotel by road via the Kazangula Border Post for three nights. Enjoy the short drive. Go and see the Falls this afternoon. Allow about 3 hours. Return to the hotel for dinner.

Early this morning why not take a walk with Lions? Touch and move with these magnificent animals and cuddle the cubs if there are any at the time. Then fly over the Falls in a helicopter. Dine at the Boma and experience an authentic African evening. Try African cuisine, dancing and join in the drumming. Visit the Sangoma (witch doctor) and have him throw the bones and divine your future!!

Another early start if you would like to do the Elephant back safari or walk with Lions. Return in time to enjoy lunch in the village at the market? This evening settle back and enjoy a drink as the sun settles over the Zambezi whilst on your cruise. The sundowner cruise plus any two Wild Horizons activities are included. Select from the list!

After breakfast today you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to the airport in time to connect with your flight to Cape Town via Joburg. On arrival you will pick up your hire car (with GPS), or you can be transferred if you do not want a car and head for the V&A Waterfront for a three night stay

If the weather is good head up the mountain as you may not get another chance! Try the city tour in a topless bus and get to know Cape Town.

Tour the Cape peninsular today. Marvel at the beauty and see where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet. You should include the Kirstenbosch Garden for yummy tea and cream scones! Dine at Lelapa in an African township for a fun night out. This is very popular with our clients.

Drive to the winelands today. Stay at Franschhoek Country House for 2 nights. Dine at the Monneaux Restaurant. Tour the lovely winelands and have lunch at Boschendal Restaurant.

Spend the day touring the winelands and then return to your hotel for an early night as you have full day ahead of you.

Drive to Cape Town International and connect with your early flight to Nelspruit. On arrival you will be met and transferred to Savanna Private Game Reserve in the Sabi Sands. Our favourite lodge in Africa! This is Big 5 country and arguably the best Leopard viewing in the world! The lodge is the epitome of a fully inclusive and diverse African wildlife and cultural experience. Memorable and exciting big game viewing and a fascinating insight into the local tribal customs of the Shangaan people, will form part of your safari experience.

Your game drives leave early in order to maximise the best opportunities of seeing the wild life while they move in the morning. Watch Leopards and Lions! State of the art Land Rovers are used for game drives and have been expertly modified to ensure your safety and comfort. To maximize photographic opportunities there are never more than two people in a row on the Land rovers and never more than two vehicles at a sighting. The afternoon game drive is purposefully interrupted for sundowners to witness an African sunset, and the absolute peace and quiet of the bush. Try a walking safari with an armed ranger and learn about tracking.

More excitement! Relax at the pool after the morning game drive. Watch the animals at the water hole as you enjoy some sun! The night drives will give you the rare opportunity to observe the nocturnal animals that you will not see during daylight. Follow the trackers light and watch the animals as they go about their activities.

After the morning drive visit the local village and meet the people and the children from the orphanage that is supported by the lodge. Get an insight into how they live. As this is your last day be sure to do all that you have not yet done!

After a last game drive this morning you will bid a sad farewell to new found friends and to Africa. You will be transferred back to Nelspruit in time to connect with your flight back to Australia. Start planning your next trip because I promise you WILL want to come back!!

Thank you for choosing Destinations Africa to arrange your safari.