Incredible Zambia and Botswana Safari
Three different - but equally incredible - safaris across two countries
Personalised journeys from start to finish
Every trip helps support Conservation
Every detail taken care of
Itinerary highlights
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Spend a night in the metropolitan city of Johannesburg
- Experience the remote wilderness of Lower Zambezi National Park
- Go on day and night game drives in Linyanti
- Enjoy a niche safari in South Luangwa National Park
What's included
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All accommodation including breakfast (some hotels may include further meals and activities)
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All internal flights
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All private ground transfers
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All safari activities in the itinerary description
At a glance
Your extraordinary trip beings in Johannesburg, your gateway to Southern Africa. You’ll spend one night in this exciting city in an elegant, luxury boutique hotel.
Next, you’ll venture north for a week of Zambia‘s finest wildlife viewing. Your week will be divided between stays in the South Luangwa and the Lower Zambezi National Parks, where you’ll enjoy spetacular safari activities by day and the comforts of your luxury lodges by night.
From here, you’ll fly to Botswana for a stay in one of Linyanti’s most magnificent lodges and days on safari on the edge of the legendary Okavango Delta.
Example trip itinerary
Johannesburg
Meet and greet at Johannesburg Airport
On arrival at Johannesburg airport you will be met airside by a Jacada representative as you enter the terminal building. You will be fast-tracked through immigration, assisted with baggage collection and assisted to your onward arrangements.
Transfer
Private transfer from Johannesburg airport to your hotel in the city
Accommodation in Johannesburg
Johannesburg
Overview
The Saxon is the most elegant mix of class, quiet gardens, history and luxury service.
Even though this hotel is known for being Nelson Mandela’s home whilst he penned his ‘Long Walk to Freedom’ autobiography after being released from prison, it has been made famous by its attentive staff, excellent Spa, chic African style and for being an intimately smart sanctuary in this busy city.
Located in the upmarket business district of Sandhurst, the Saxon’s 24 suites are contemporary with definitive African influences and impressions throughout. The overall effect is a deluxe boutique one which never fails to remind you of the vibrant character and culture around you.
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Overnight in Johannesburg
Enjoy your evening in this lively metropolitan city. You'll have our list of recommendations as well as private guides on hand to enjoy the best of your stay.
Transfer
Private transfer from hotel to Johannesburg airport
Flight
Flight from Johannesburg to Lusaka
Flight
Flight from Lusaka to Mfuwe airport
South Luangwa
Lodges and Camps in South Luangwa
South Luangwa National Park
Highlights
- 6 villas each with private plunge pool
- Main dining and bar area
- Firepit
- Yoga and exercise area
- Spa
- Day and evening game drives
- Walking safaris
Overview
A more contemporary and certainly deluxe addition to the safari lodges of South Luangwa, Chinzombo is an ambitious property that cleverly maintains its authenticity on a secluded bend of the Luangwa river.
Within sixty acres of private land, its six standalone and geometrically-designed villas are incredibly spacious and brings together modern innovation with the atmospheric style of camping. One of the villas can accommodate a family of five, and these are all connected by a winding path lined with Msikzi trees leading you towards the main lounge and dining area complete with firepit, spa facilities, yoga and exercise areas.
Enjoy day and evening game drives in this pristine wilderness, along with the signature walking safaris.
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Four days in South Luangwa National Park
Spend day's exploring the reserve and its wildlife with a particularly talented team of guides and trackers. This is quite a unique, intimate and niche type of safari that contrasts well with the expansive Maasai Mara.
Flight
Flight from Mfuwe airport to Lusaka
Flight
Flight from Lusaka to Lower Zambezi's Royal airstrip
Lower Zambezi
Lodges and Camps in the Lower Zambezi
Lower Zambezi
Overview
Sitting on the banks of the Zambezi River, an area that abounds with savannah wildlife, Chiawa camp is family owned and friendly safari camp experience in the idyllic surroundings of the Lower Zambezi.
The multi-award winning camp began as the first photo safari in operation in the park, today its reputation as a superior lodge for families and honeymoons is known afar. From the open-sided communal lounge to the tents’ private decks with outdoor showers, every feature of the camp connects guests to its stunning surroundings.
The plunge pool, luxury suites and wooden raised decks all boast remarkable views over the Zambezi River where the resident wildlife, from elephants to lions, gathers.
Accommodating a maximum of 18 guests, the camp has evolved over time and after a recent renovation offers an even higher degree of comfort and luxury.
Creative, seasonal menus are a highlight of any stay and meals are served in the alfresco dining area.
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Overview
Chongwe River House sleeps eight in four spacious ensuite bedrooms, making an ideal safari base for a family or a group of friends wanting a private safari. It stands on the banks of the magical Chongwe River, close to the Zambezi, and with a sensational view of the dramatic mountainous escarpment beyond.
Many animals come to the Chongwe River to drink and from the deck the game viewing can be as good as any safari activity. The property comes fully staffed with a guide, house manager and private chef – all of whom will tailor your private safari.
The four bedroomed house has been built around a frame of wild wood with ferro walls following the natural lines of the branches. All the furniture in the sitting room has been carved from a single fallen winterthorn tree and coloured pebbles from the river decorate the ceilings. Nature has been brought into the house.
The bedrooms all have kingsized plus beds under waves of netting. From each bed there is a stunning view of the bush or the escarpment. The bathrooms have waterfall showers and exquisite basins carved from wood and white marble by the Zambian artist Eddie Mumba. From your outside baths you can lie and gaze out across the bush.
Sitting on the deck, under a huge winterthorn tree and next to the large pool, your view across the Zambezi escarpment is magnificent. In the foreground the Chongwe River, a magnet to wildlife, passes by.
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Overview
Sitting on the edge of the mighty Zambezi River are the Anabezi and Little Anabezi Camps. Both boast a peaceful setting with superb river, floodplain and wildlife vistas, though Anabezi is the larger of the two, housing seven rooms, while Little Anabezi houses just four.
All rooms here enjoy bundles of space, plus luxurious touches of outdoor showers and private decks where you can enjoy outstanding game views of this gorgeous area. Top-class guides are of course on hand for your exciting walks and drives, which have a maximum of just four passengers.
For something a little different though, try catching a Tiger Fish on a fishing safari, then retreat to camp for tasty food and a relaxing evening spent swapping game stories around the fire pit.
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Three days on safari in the Lower Zambezi National Park
The Lower Zambezi National Park borders Zimbabwe in the south eastern corner of Zambia. The park itself covers an area of 4092km², with most of the game concentrated on the valley floor. Huge herds of elephants, sometimes numbering up to a hundred members, are often seen at the river’s edge. Another member of the Big Five, the buffalo, also roams between the banks in vast numbers. All but inaccessible by road, it remains a remote wilderness with just a few guests.
Transfer
Private transfer from your lodge to Royal airstrip
Flight
Flight from Lower Zambezi's Royal airstrip to to Selinda Airstrip via Lusaka, Livingstone and Kasane.
Linyanti
Lodges and Camps in Linyanti
Linyanti
Highlights
- 10 luxury tents
- Luxury deck
- Swimming pool
- Animal hides
- 4x4 day and night game drives
- Boat safaris
- Guided walking safaris
- Fishing
Overview
With uninterrupted views over Osprey Lagoon, and a fantastic vantage point from which to watch the areas mega-herds of elephants, Wilderness DumaTau and nearby Wilderness Little DumaTau are perfectly located for making the most of your stay in the Linyanti Wildlife Reserve.
Each spacious tented guest suite has been positioned to offer great views whether you’re relaxing on your deck, or cooling off in your plunge pool. You’ll also find the tents include spot-cooling, meaning you can find respite from the hot afternoons indoors. Spend time investigating the ‘curiosity boxes’ you’ll find mounted on the walls in your room and the drawers filled with fascinating artefacts and information. They’re a great way to learn more about the area’s wildlife and rich history. Look out for unique elephant and wild dog art in the rooms and library made from reclaimed snare wire.
Wilderness Safaris have constructed both camps to give maximum comfort and offer guests a large array of facilities. In addition to the in-tent cooling systems, you’ll discover that the central Osprey Retreat which sits between the two camps boasts a pool, drink and snack counter and a Safari Boutique area, offering you more space to mingle with your fellow guests if you choose to do so. Large decks, plunge pools and awnings are attached to each of Wilderness Duma Tau’s eight tented suites as well as at the four at Wilderness Little DumaTau.
The Wilderness DumaTau team continues to focus on the sustainability of wildlife corridors, as they have done since 1997. They believe that it is more vital than ever to protect large wildlife corridors of wilderness, like those within the vast Linyanti Wildlife Reserve – especially for the African elephant and wild dog that cover extensive ground.
Staying at Wilderness DumaTau offers you easy access to the Linyanti floodplain as well as the Savuti Channel, in fact, it’s the only concession from which you can access both. The region has all the habitat diversity to make it a haven for wildlife, and is well-known for its elephant concentrations as they congregate along the waterways and lagoons during the dry winter months. General wildlife viewing is excellent year round including impala, wildebeest, red lechwe, Burchell’s zebra, giraffe, Cape buffalo, chacma baboon, vervet monkey, and warthog. Predator sightings of lion, leopard, cheetah, wild dog and spotted hyena are good. As well as day and night game drives, you can explore on nature walks or take to the water on motorboats or the river barge (depending on water levels).
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Linyanti
Overview
Wilderness Linyanti Tented Camp overlooks the Linyanti marsh and floodplain, and with easy access to a range of habitats including open savannah and woodland, this is a great place for game viewing.
The camp operates on an exclusive-use basis and consists of four large en-suite tents, designed to evoke the spirit of the early explorers. The main area of the camp is built on a slightly raised desk and offers impressive views of the landscape and its inhabitants.
After a day in the wilderness, come back to camp to relax around the crackling fire or in the traditional boma. As well as game drives, guests can head out on a nature walk, visit the log pile hide and head out after dark to see a variety of animals that stay hidden during the day.
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Days on safari in Linyanti
Sitting north of the Okavango, the Linyanti is home to some of Botswana's most exclusive lodges and camp. Due to the fact that the reserve is private, there are no limitations to the activities on offer as in the National Park, so it is possible to do game drives at day and at night, as well as walking safaris, boating, fishing and sleepouts in the reserve’s various hides.
Flight
Light aircraft flight from Selinda airstrip to Kasane Airport
Flight
Flight from Kasane to Johannesburg
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Your extraordinary trip beings in Johannesburg, your gateway to Southern Africa. You’ll spend one night in this exciting city in an elegant, luxury boutique hotel. Next, you’ll venture north for a week of Zambia‘s finest wildlife viewing. Your week will be divided between stays in the South Luangwa and the Lower Zambezi National Parks, where you’ll enjoy spetacular safari activities by day and the comforts of your luxury lodges by night. From here, you’ll fly to Botswana for a stay in one of Linyanti’s most magnificent lodges and days on safari on the edge of the legendary Okavango Delta. | Whats included?
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Days 1-2 |
Johannesburg |
| Meet and greet at Johannesburg Airport On arrival at Johannesburg airport you will be met airside by a Jacada representative as you enter the terminal building. You will be fast-tracked through immigration, assisted with baggage collection and assisted to your onward arrangements. |
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Flights & transfers
Private transfer from Johannesburg airport to your hotel in the city |
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Accommodation in Johannesburg
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The Saxon - $$$$$
The Saxon is the most elegant mix of class, quiet gardens, history and luxury...
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| Overnight in Johannesburg Enjoy your evening in this lively metropolitan city. You'll have our list of recommendations as well as private guides on hand to enjoy the best of your stay. |
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Flights & transfers
Private transfer from hotel to Johannesburg airport |
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| Flight from Johannesburg to Lusaka | |
| Flight from Lusaka to Mfuwe airport | |
Days 2-7 |
South Luangwa |
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Lodges and Camps in South Luangwa
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Chinzombo Lodge - $$$$$
A more contemporary and certainly deluxe addition to the safari lodges of South Luangwa,...
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| Four days in South Luangwa National Park Spend day's exploring the reserve and its wildlife with a particularly talented team of guides and trackers. This is quite a unique, intimate and niche type of safari that contrasts well with the expansive Maasai Mara. |
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Flights & transfers
Flight from Mfuwe airport to Lusaka |
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| Flight from Lusaka to Lower Zambezi's Royal airstrip | |
Days 7-11 |
Lower Zambezi |
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Lodges and Camps in the Lower Zambezi
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Chiawa Camp - $$$$$
Sitting on the banks of the Zambezi River, an area that abounds with savannah wildlife, Chiawa...
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Time and Tide Chongwe River House - $$$$$
Chongwe River House sleeps eight in four spacious ensuite bedrooms, making an ideal safari...
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Anabezi Camp - $$$$$
Sitting on the edge of the mighty Zambezi River are the Anabezi and Little Anabezi Camps. Both...
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| Three days on safari in the Lower Zambezi National Park The Lower Zambezi National Park borders Zimbabwe in the south eastern corner of Zambia. The park itself covers an area of 4092km², with most of the game concentrated on the valley floor. Huge herds of elephants, sometimes numbering up to a hundred members, are often seen at the river’s edge. Another member of the Big Five, the buffalo, also roams between the banks in vast numbers. All but inaccessible by road, it remains a remote wilderness with just a few guests. |
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Flights & transfers
Private transfer from your lodge to Royal airstrip |
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| Flight from Lower Zambezi's Royal airstrip to to Selinda Airstrip via Lusaka, Livingstone and Kasane. | |
Days 11-15 |
Linyanti |
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Lodges and Camps in Linyanti
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Wilderness DumaTau - $$$$$
With uninterrupted views over Osprey Lagoon, and a fantastic vantage point from which to watch...
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Wilderness Linyanti Tented Camp - $$$$$
Wilderness Linyanti Tented Camp overlooks the Linyanti marsh and floodplain, and with easy...
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| Days on safari in Linyanti Sitting north of the Okavango, the Linyanti is home to some of Botswana's most exclusive lodges and camp. Due to the fact that the reserve is private, there are no limitations to the activities on offer as in the National Park, so it is possible to do game drives at day and at night, as well as walking safaris, boating, fishing and sleepouts in the reserve’s various hides. |
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Flights & transfers
Light aircraft flight from Selinda airstrip to Kasane Airport |
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| Flight from Kasane to Johannesburg |
