15-Days Best Southern Africa Safari itinerary explore 5 destinations

15-Days Best Southern Africa Safari itinerary explore 5 destinations

Prepare for the 15 Days Best Southern Africa Safari, which takes you through four remarkable countries: South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and Zambia, culminating in the stunning deserts of Namibia. Your 15 Days Southern Africa begins in the iconic city of Cape Town, where you’ll explore its rich history and famous landmarks. Next, you’ll track the "Big Five" in South Africa's legendary Kruger National Park, known for its diverse wildlife and ecosystems.

From Kruger national park, fly to Botswana’s Okavango Delta, home to vast elephant herds and unique wetlands, offering a true safari highlight. This Southern Africa safari continues to the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, where you can appreciate this natural wonder from both Zimbabwe and Zambia, and enjoy a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. In Zimbabwe, discover Hwange National Park, renowned for its large elephant population and varied wildlife. Finally, experience the unique landscapes of Namibia, where you’ll spot desert-adapted wildlife in Etosha National Park and marvel at the towering red dunes of Sossusvlei at sunrise.

This 15 Days Best Southern Africa Safari promises a diverse range of activities, including game drives, tranquil mokoro canoe trips, and guided walks. Get ready for an expedition that highlights the incredible wildlife, natural wonders, and vibrant cultures of Southern Africa, leaving you with lasting memories.

 


Tour Highlights

  • Iconic Table Mountain views in Cape Town.
  • Historic Robben Island tour, Nelson Mandela’s prison.
  • Exciting sunset game drive in Kruger National Park.
  • Full-day safari tracking the Big Five.
  • Mokoro canoe trip through Okavango Delta.
  • Guided walking safari in the Okavango.
  • Scenic boat cruise on Chobe River.
  • Morning game drive tracking Chobe's predators.
  • Spectacular views of Victoria Falls' spray.
  • Afternoon game drive in Hwange National Park.
  • Sunset cruise on the Zambezi River.
  • Exploring Victoria Falls from Zambia’s perspective.
  • Night game viewing at Etosha's waterhole.
  • Game drives tracking desert-adapted wildlife in Etosha.
  • Climbing towering Sossusvlei dunes at sunrise.
  • Exploring ancient Deadvlei with petrified trees.

Detailed Itinerary Day By Day

Day 1: Arrival in Cape Town, South Africa

Touch down at Cape Town International Airport for your 15 Days Best Southern Africa Safari. After a transfer to your hotel, enjoy an orientation drive through the colorful Bo-Kaap neighborhood. Later, gather for a welcome dinner featuring traditional Cape Malay cuisine. Your guide will provide a briefing on the exciting journey ahead, setting the stage for your adventures.


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Day 2: Cape Town's Iconic Landmarks

Ascend iconic Table Mountain via a rotating cable car for panoramic views of Cape Town and the Atlantic Ocean. Later, take a ferry to historic Robben Island to tour the former prison where Nelson Mandela was held captive for 18 years. This day combines stunning scenery with poignant South African history, making it a significant part of your 15 Days Best Southern Africa Safari.


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Day 3: Fly to Kruger National Park

Transition from the coast to the wilderness as you fly from Cape Town to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport. After a transfer to your lodge near Kruger National Park, embark on an afternoon sunset game drive. This introduction to your 15 Days Best Southern Africa Safari provides excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five—lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and buffalo.


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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Full-Day Kruger Wildlife Safari

Rise early for a full-day game drive in Kruger National Park, famous for its high concentration of lions and leopards. Your guide will track animals across various ecosystems, including open savanna and riverine forests. Enjoy a bush picnic for lunch while observing plains game such as wildebeest and zebra, enriching your 15 Days Best Southern Africa Safari.


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Day 5: Okavango Delta, Botswana

Cross borders with a flight from Kruger to Maun, Botswana, the gateway to the magnificent Okavango Delta. A light aircraft transports you deep into the delta, landing near your exclusive water-based camp. In the afternoon, enjoy a peaceful mokoro canoe excursion, gliding through lily-filled channels past red lechwe and hippos, highlighting your 15 Days Best Southern Africa Safari.


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Day 6: Exploring the Okavango Delta

Immerse yourself in the Okavango ecosystem with a mix of activities. Start with a guided walking safari led by expert local trackers for an intimate look at the flora and smaller animals. The afternoon may feature another mokoro excursion or a game drive in the renowned Moremi Game Reserve, further enhancing your 15 Days Best Southern Africa Safari.


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Day 7: Chobe National Park, Botswana

Travel by light aircraft to Kasane, the gateway to Chobe National Park, known for its massive elephant herds. After settling into your riverside lodge, embark on an afternoon boat cruise along the Chobe River. This activity provides spectacular sunset views and close-up photographic opportunities of elephants, buffaloes, and crocodiles at the water's edge, a highlight of your 15 Days Best Southern Africa Safari.


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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8: Chobe Game Drive and River Views

Enjoy an early morning game drive in Chobe National Park, tracking predators like lion and leopard through diverse habitats. In the afternoon, take a specialty photography boat cruise for unique shots of wildlife against the golden light. This day ensures exceptional wildlife encounters, making it a standout in your 15 Days Best Southern Africa Safari.


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Day 9: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Transfer by road to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, to witness the "Smoke That Thunders." Explore the falls from the Zimbabwean side, walking a 1.5 km trail through rainforest mist to see the magnificent Devil's Cataract. Your Victoria Falls experience is enriched by the immense spray and breathtaking viewpoints, an essential part of your 15 Days Best Southern Africa Safari.


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Day 10: Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe

After morning activities, transfer to Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe's largest game reserve. A late afternoon game drive offers the chance to spot elephants, giraffes, sable, and predators like hyenas. The park's famous waterholes attract abundant wildlife, showcasing Zimbabwe's rich diversity during your 15 Days Best Southern Africa Safari.


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Day 11: Transfer to Zambia and Zambezi Sunset Cruise

Cross the border into Zambia for a different perspective of Victoria Falls. After settling into your lodge, enjoy a scenic sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River. Spot hippos, crocodiles, and elephants as you toast the magnificent sunset, providing a peaceful conclusion to an adventurous day on your 15 Days Best Southern Africa Safari.


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Day 12: Zambia Side of Victoria Falls & Fly to Namibia

Begin the day by exploring Victoria Falls from the Zambian side, including the thrilling views from the Knife-Edge Bridge. Later, fly from Livingstone, Zambia, to Namibia's Etosha National Park. Your evening experience starts at your lodge with game viewing at the floodlit waterhole, observing animals like black rhino and gemsbok, all part of your 15 Days Best Southern Africa Safari.


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Day 13: Etosha National Park, Namibia

Dedicate the day to game drives in Etosha National Park, a vast salt pan environment known for its high concentration of wildlife, especially during the dry season. Track desert-adapted species, including large herds of springbok and wildebeest, around the waterholes, making this a unique segment of your 15 Days Best Southern Africa Safari.


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Day 14: Sossusvlei Dunes and Deadvlei

Embark on a scenic light aircraft flight to the Namib Desert for your Sossusvlei adventure. Witness the world's tallest dunes glowing in the morning light and climb towering red dunes like "Big Daddy" for spectacular views. Explore the ancient Deadvlei with its 900-year-old petrified camel thorn trees, a highlight of your 15 Days Best Southern Africa Safari.


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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 15: Departure

Enjoy a final early morning exploration or relax before your transfer to Windhoek International Airport for departure. This completes your 15 Days Best Southern Africa Safari, filled with incredible wildlife, stunning landscapes, and moments across four diverse nations, leaving you with lifelong memories.

 

 

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Breakfast & Lunch

Cost Includes

  • Park fees and conservation levies in all national parks and reserves
  • All scheduled activities as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Ground transport in custom 4WD safari vehicles
  • Bottled water during game drives and transfers
  • Full board accommodation as specified in the itinerary
  • Services of professional English-speaking driver-guides
  • Driver allowances and park fees
  • All mentioned activities (excluding optional experiences)
  • Airport transfers
  • Inter-camp/lodge transfers

Cost Excludes

  • South African Visa and other country entry visas
  • International and internal flights
  • Personal expenses and gratuities
  • Optional activities (helicopter flights, adventure activities)
  • Laundry services
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Tips for staff and guides
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Telephone calls and Internet usage

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