African Adventure

Your adventure begins in Johannesburg, where you will meet your fellow travellers at the hotel at 11.30 am. Following lunch, visit the acclaimed Apartheid Museum before discovering more of the city on a panoramic sightseeing tour. This evening, enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at a five-star hotel.

Fly from Johannesburg to Kasane, the gateway to the magnificent Chobe region. From here, travel by small private boat through the waterways to your beautiful lodge, set in the heart of the wilderness beside the Zambezi rapids and close to the meeting point of four countries: Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia and Zambia. Accessible only by boat, the lodge offers beautiful accommodation, with each room featuring its own plunge pool and balcony. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Set out on an exhilarating morning 4x4 safari through Chobe National Park, renowned for its extraordinary concentration of elephants and abundant wildlife. In the afternoon, take to the water for a private boat safari along the Chobe River towards Sedudu Island, watching as animals gather along the riverbanks. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Discover the life and traditions of Impalila Island during a visit to its local villages, offering a fascinating insight into the customs and daily life of the island’s communities. Later, enjoy a private boat excursion along the mighty Zambezi River. This evening, hear some of the stories and legends that have shaped the island’s heritage. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Return to Chobe National Park for another thrilling 4x4 safari. Look out for lions, buffalo, giraffes, antelopes and a remarkable variety of birdlife before enjoying a traditional African lunch in the wilderness.

Enjoy a final private boat safari through the Chobe region, with lunch served on the river. Transfer to Kasane Airport and board a private aircraft for a spectacular scenic flight across the African savannah to Lake Kariba.

Begin the day with a 4x4 safari through the remote landscapes of Matusadona National Park, home to elephants, buffalo, antelopes and an extraordinary variety of wildlife. Return to the ship for lunch as you cruise across Lake Kariba. Later, explore the shoreline by private boat, watching for elephants coming to the water to drink. Dinner and overnight on board.

Explore Matusadona’s secluded waterways and hidden coves by private boat before returning to the ship for lunch and a leisurely afternoon of cruising. As evening approaches, set out on a sunset 4x4 safari. Back on board, spend the evening stargazing from the sun deck beneath Africa’s vast night sky. Dinner and overnight on board.

Take a final boat excursion among Lake Kariba’s hauntingly beautiful ‘drowned forests’, where the silhouettes of ancient trees rise dramatically from the water. Enjoy scenic cruising and lunch on board, followed by an informative talk from your guide about the lake’s history, wildlife and unique ecosystem. As the sun begins to set, enjoy a cocktail on deck before dinner and your final overnight stay on board.

Enjoy a sunrise cruise towards Kariba before disembarking, accompanied by commentary on the immense dam wall and the remarkable story of its construction. A private charter flight then takes you to Victoria Falls. Following your arrival, enjoy lunch during a private cruise along the upper Zambezi River before experiencing the breathtaking power of Victoria Falls on a guided walk through its most spectacular viewpoints. This evening, choose between a relaxed, table-served dinner or the vibrant Boma buffet, accompanied by traditional music and entertainment. Overnight at a four-star hotel.

After breakfast, there is an opportunity to take an unforgettable helicopter flight over Victoria Falls at an additional cost. Alternatively, enjoy time at leisure to relax, explore the town or browse its shops, with a shuttle service available. Your holiday concludes at approximately 10.30 am. Return flights should not be booked before 2.00 pm.