Float on a blanket of luxuriant escapism with this unique Southern Africa blend of safari and beach. With an uninhabited Indian Ocean island, big game filled journeys through the Kalahari, helicopter rides over the wilderness, secluded camps, and these 14 days overflow with romantic settings and experiences. Yet it's more than just a couple's getaway; it's an adventure through world wonders that oscillate between spine-tingling authenticity and surrealistic tones.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Central Kalahari – Lost in the Vast Wilderness
Eight days of Botswana safari start with one of Africa's largest game reserves. The Central Kalahari stretches for over 50,000 square kilometers, a rugged dusty expanse of rock and brittle grasslands. Water is scarce here and wildlife congregates around permanent pools, a myriad of nomads coming together to drink and avoid the lions. After landing at Maun International Airport you transfer to a light aircraft for a stunning air safari above this wilderness. Valleys and parched riverbeds slice through the landscape and you're catapulted into a secluded uninhabited plain. There are just a small handful of other guests at the luxury tented camp. With a Botswanan safari there is no need to waste the first days of your vacation recovering from any travel lethargy. The safari comes to you. Rest, relax, admire the wildlife from a deluxe king sized bed, and drift asleep to lion roars and the trumpeted sounds of roving elephants.
What's Included:
Day 2
Central Kalahari – Stunning Mobile Camping
Day 3
Central Kalahari – Spectacular Game Drives
Day 4
Makgadikgadi Pans – The White Wonderland
Day 5
Okavango Delta – Dazzling Aerials
Day 6
Okavango Delta – Exploring the Forests and Waterways of Chief's Island
Day 7
Chobe – The Huge Elephant Herds
Day 8
Chobe – Defining Safari Memories
Day 9 - 13
Bazaruto Archipelago – Secluded Indian Ocean Island Bliss
Day 14
Bazaruto Archipelago – Farewell to Southern Africa
Trip Highlights
- Feel the magic of the African hinterland with eight days of intimate safari adventures in Botswana, the surreal plains bursting with a kaleidoscopic range of mammals and predators
- Explore four very different Botswana safari destinations, each with its own specialty and perspective, and each wonderfully adept at delivering romantic indulgence
- Complete the vacation with a five night stay on an uninhabited Indian Ocean island, the tropical bliss of the Bazaruto Archipelago offering a relaxing antidote to the safari adventure
- Heighten the romance and sooth the senses with an itinerary specifically tailored for couples; expect hidden camps, exclusivity, and memorable touches that will linger long in the memory
- Begin the adventure by crossing the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, a melting pot of voracious lions, nomadic herds, and mobile camps that redefine notions of seclusion
- Stand amazed at the mirages that hang above the Magdakigadi Salt Pan, this wonderland of whiteness home to migrating zebras, playful meerkats, and the occasional desert surprise
- Admire Southern Africa from the air with private flights and helicopter rides cruising low above the wilderness and revealing dramatic panoramas of scale
- Cruise the waterways and explore the forests of the Okavanga Delta, nature's greatest oasis and a playground for all of Southern Africa's great mammals
- Shake your heads in disbelief at the tens of thousands of elephants that fill Chobe National Park, the great pachyderms blending into the landscape during your final days of safari here
Starting Price
$23,900 per person (excluding international flights)
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.94 stars based on 514 reviews.
Our trip was amazing and Zicasso's travel company and our agent could not have been more helpful in planning the trip and making sure it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. She listened to our desires and planned a trip that met all our requirements. She was very patient in making little modifications until we were completely satisfied.
When we encountered some delays during the trip, she was very responsive in helping notify people on the ground and rescheduling our activities so we didn't miss a thing.
She was very knowledgeable about Southern Africa and selected exceptional lodging facilities for us. The accommodations were not only beautiful, but the staff were extremely professional, friendly, and attentive.
I would highly recommend this travel company if planning an African adventure!
Reviewed By David B.
What an incredible experience! Everything was so well organized by Zicasso's tour company, from the moment we stepped off the plane in Johannesburg to the time we got back on to head home in Entebbe. We were treated so well by all the support staff hired to help our trip move along seamlessly. All of our experiences were phenomenal and even more amazing than hoped for. We had excellent in-country assistance, lodge staff and other guides, wonderful accommodations, amazing safaris, and delicious food.
Reviewed By Anne S.
Zicasso's travel agent was a blessing. Her organizational skills were excellent. The trip plan app was used daily during our trip. What a wonderful tool. Our agent had all the pertinent information in the app and at our fingertips. The trip exceeded our expectations. I would definitely recommend using our travel agent and Zicasso to all my friends.
Reviewed By Tom O.
First, the booking experience with Zicasso's trip coordinator was seamless. She was always very attentive, responsive, and prompt with her replies. She listened to our wants and delivered beyond our expectations. Even our guides commented that she chose well for us. I would highly recommend booking with her.
Our itinerary in South Africa was pure perfection. Everything from the accommodations to the timing was perfect. We cannot say enough great things about the safari in Sabi Sands and the lodge. The lodge in Franschhoek was exceptional and the one in Gansbaai was the ideal ending to our trip.
This was truly a trip of a lifetime for our family. I’m not sure how we will ever top this experience. Thank you to Zicasso for connecting us with our agent.
Reviewed By Idalia F.
Zicasso's travel designer was a pleasure to work with. She went out of her way to help us understand our options and worked with us through multiple versions before landing on the itinerary we ultimately chose. Her insight and suggestions were very helpful during planning and proved effective in execution.
Reviewed By Alex M.
Zicasso's travel agent couldn’t have planned our trip better. He really listened to what we were most interested in and planned it accordingly. He used his personal knowledge of the lodges and areas to ensure we got the experience we were looking for. He also made arrangements to make the logistics of travel go incredibly smoothly.
Reviewed By Eric R.