12-Day South Africa vs Botswana vs Zambia Safari Itinerary

A 12-day itinerary covering South Africa, Botswana, and Zambia offers a premier Southern African experience, combining Cape Town’s city life, Kruger’s Big Five, Botswana’s Chobe/Okavango wildlife, and Victoria Falls. A popular flow is Cape Town Safari (Kruger/Botswana) Victoria Falls, minimizing travel time.

A safari combining South Africa, Botswana, and Zambia offers an ultimate Southern Africa experience, typically spanning 12-days. Key highlights include Big Five spotting in Kruger (South Africa), canoeing/game drives in the Okavango Delta/Chobe (Botswana), and viewing Victoria Falls (Zambia). Safaris range from high-end luxury to 4×4 self-drives.

A 12-Day South Africa vs Botswana vs Zambia Itinerary, Immerse yourself in the stunning wilds of South Africa, Botswana and Zambia as you safari through some of the world’s most impressive natural spaces. – Cape Town, Skukuza, Sabi Sands, Nelspruit (KMIA), Livingstone, Chobe, Kasane, Okavango, Maun, Johannesburg

  • Take part in daily game drives to see some of Africa’s most beloved animals.
  • Enjoy a private guided tour of the picturesque Winelands, Table Mountain, and Cape Town.
  • Experience the thunderous roar of Victoria Falls with the assistance of a personal guide.
  • Keep a watch out for large cats, crocodiles, and hippos as you explore the verdant Okavango Delta.
  • Reserve a room at one of the luxurious hotels or safari lodges from our carefully curated collection.

12-Day South Africa vs Botswana vs Zambia Highlights

  • Day 1: Cape Town – The Adventure Begins
    VIP Meet & Greet
    Welcome to Southern Africa
    Airport
  • Day 2: Cape Town Get a Lay of the Land
    Half Day City & Table Mountain – Private Tour
    Victoria & Alfred Waterfront At Leisure
    Restaurant Recommendations
  • Day 3: Cape Town – A Dazzling Drive
    Cape Point and Peninsula (with Lunch) – Private Tour
  • Day 4: Cape Town – A Bit of Time on Your Own
    Optional Activities
  • Day 5: Cape Town to Skukuza to Sabi Sands En Route
    Airport
    Air – Cape Town – Skukuza [2.5 hrs] – Economy
    Transfer – Skukuza – Sabi Sands [Sabi Sabi Lodges (Earth, Little Bush, Bush and Selati) – 15-40 mins] – Vehicle/Driver (Selati)
    Lunch (Included)
    Afternoon Game Drive
    Dinner (Included)
  • Day 6: Sabi Sands Nurtured by Nature
    Morning Game Drive
    Lunch (Included)
    Afternoon Game Drive
    Dinner (Included)
  • Day 7: Sabi Sands – Venture into the Outdoors
    Morning Game Drive
    Lunch (Included)
    Afternoon Game Drive
    Dinner (Included)
  • Day 8: Sabi Sands to Nelspruit (KMIA) to Livingstone The Journey Continues…
    Transfer – Sabi Sands – Nelspruit (KMIA) [KMIA Airport – Southern Lodges – 2 hrs] – Vehicle/Driver
    Air – Nelspruit (KMIA) – Livingstone [1 hr 55 mins] – Economy
    Airport (Town Lodges) – Vehicle/Driver
    Lady Livingstone Sundowner Cruise (2 hrs) – Shared
  • Day 9: Livingstone Just a Walk in the Park
    Victoria Falls (90mins) – Anantara Hotels
    Optional Activities
  • Day 10: Livingstone to Chobe to Kasane to Okavango – A Change of Scenery
    Transfer – Livingstone – Chobe [2 hours] – Private
    Air – Kasane – Okavango [Seat in Plane] – Mack Air: Area A,B
    Activities at Shinde
    Lunch (Included)
    Dinner (Included)
  • Day 11: Okavango – A Change of Scenery
    Morning Game Drive
    Mokoro Water Safari
    Lunch (Included)
    Dinner (Included)
  • Day 12: Okavango to Manu to Johannesburg – Bon Voyage
    Air – Okavango – Maun [Seat in Plane] – Mack Air: Area B
    Air – Maun – Johannesburg [1 hr 35 mins] – Economy