Days 1 - 3: The Commodore Hotel, Cape Town, South Africa

On the start of your 14 Day Luxury Botswana Safari, you will be met at Cape Town International Airport and taken to The Commodore Hotel. You stay at The Commodore Hotel on a BB basis for 3 nights. Your time in Cape Town can be spent in luxury and leisure. Cape Town is a beautiful city filled with many attractions. There are 2 wine route tours Southern Africa safari. It's a must since the Cape produces some of the best wine in the world.

The Commodore offers stylish accommodation, state-of-the-art conference facilities, attention to detail and service excellence in a peaceful and secure environment. The Commodore is spacious enough to accommodate 236 rooms, as well as its guests' needs for individual space and serenity. The 198 Superior Rooms are all decorated to a nautical theme - some display the dynamism of the harbour, others the quiescence of Table Mountain.

There is a wine tasting tour from Stellenbosch to Paarl to Franschoek. The tour includes transfers to/from the Table Bay Hotel, a qualified wine guide, wine tasting and cheese tasting. There is another wine tasting tour from Constantia to Cape Point. This tour includes transfers to/from the Table Bay Hotel, a qualified wine guide, wine tasting, a visit to Cape Point and entrance fees to Cape Point. Lunch is not included in these tours.

Days 4 & 5: Xugana Island Lodge, Botswana

Today you take a flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg International; from there a flight sets off for Maun Airport. At Maun Airport, you go on a scheduled charter to Xugana Island Lodge, which will be your home on a fully inclusive basis for the next 2 days on your Southern Africa safari.

The lodge accommodates just 16 guests in large raised reed and thatch chalets, situated on the shaded fringe of the island, each with a lagoon view through the lagoon-side vegetation. Each chalet is twin bedded with en-suite facilities, showers, overhead fans and a private deck. 'His and hers' robes are provided.

Mokoro trips in eco-friendly dugout canoes, combined with walking, to surrounding lagoons and islands in the concession give guests the chance to experience a classic Botswana safari. Bird-watching opportunities are outstanding, and fishing for bream and Tiger fish is also offered as an activity on this Southern Africa safari.

Days 6 & 7: Camp Moremi, Botswana

You take a scheduled boat transfer from Xugana Island Lodge to Camp Moremi. You will be accommodated for 2 nights at Camp Moremi on a fully inclusive basis. Camp Moremi accommodates only 22 guests in East African-style safari tents, individually situated on raised teak platforms. Each tent is exquisitely furnished with an African teak wardrobe, luggage rack, dressing table, bedside pedestals and traditional director's chairs.

Colourful woven rugs, designer linen and matching interior blinds complete your African hideaway. 'His and hers' towel robes as well as tea and coffee making facilities are also provided to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Each tent has its own private bathroom situated adjacent to the tent.

Some of the things to do on this Southern Africa safari include tracking big game on morning and afternoon game drives by open 4x4 safari vehicle, excellent bird-watching, exploring the Xakanaxa Lagoon and surrounding Okavango channels by motorboat.

Days 8 & 9: Savute Safari Lodge, Botswana

Today you take a scheduled charter flight from Camp Moremi to Savute Safari Lodge, where you will stay for 2 nights on a fully inclusive basis. Savute Safari Lodge accommodates just 24 people in contemporary furnished twin-bedded luxury suites constructed of wood, thatch and glass, making them ideal for hot and dry conditions.

Double volume suites with their spacious interior and large, glass sliding doors set the lodge apart from typical safari accommodation. Large private viewing decks and en-suite facilities, with showers, 'his and hers' towel robes and tea and coffee making facilities combine to make Savute Safari Lodge an unforgettable experience.

Game drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles in the Savute area, including the Savute Marsh and a visit to the ancient San rock paintings at Gubatsa Hills are just some of the ativities at Savute Safari Lodge on this Southern Africa safari.

Days 10 & 11: Chobe Savanna Lodge, Namibia

You will be chartered from Savute Safari Lodge to Kasane Airport; from there you will be transferred to Kasane Jetty, to take a boat transfer to Chobe Savanna Lodge. You get to stay at Chobe Savanna Lodge on a fully inclusive basis for 2 nights. Chobe Savanna Lodge is relaxed and informal, set in a classic African Savanna environment with sweeping vistas surrounding the lodge.

The focal point of the lodge is a thatched open sided main building which commands a 270 degree view over the Chobe River and beyond to the Chobe National Park. Located in the main building is the lounge, dining room and bar areas furnished with African inspired furniture in dark teak woods, perfectly in tune with the environment.

The lodge accommodates just 24 guests in stylish thatched chalets, all with private decks, a combined bedroom/lounge area and en-suite bathrooms. All rooms are furnished in subtle earth tones and dark woods in a contemporary African theme, are air-conditioned and have complimentary mini bars.

Facilities include a swimming pool, a gazebo that is ideal for small group lunches and an open boma area (place of eating), on the banks of the Chobe River, where guests are treated to panoramic views and traditional dancing performed by local villagers.

The charm of Chobe Savanna Lodge, with its sweeping views and wide vistas, lies in its beauty, peace and tranquility, far from the 'madding crowds' of large cruise boats and game drive vehicles - the emphasis is on complete relaxation and solace. Unlike other properties, where regimented game activities are prioritized, guests have the choice of just taking 'time out' or joining in on one of the many activities offered at the lodge.

Those who wish to explore the Chobe River will not be disappointed. All activities are conducted by resident professional guides, whose intimate knowledge will make for an unforgettable experience. Guests have a choice of boat excursions in small boats, ideal for close up encounters with wildlife along the river's edge or cultural village visits. Depending on the time of year, guests are also offered the opportunity to take canoe excursions along the river.

Game viewing by boat and sunset cruises on the Chobe River is a must on a Southern Africa safari. Nature walks and guided canoeing activities along the river as well as a cultural excursion to one of the surrounding local communities. Here guests can observe the deep-rooted traditional life styles of the people.

Days 12 & 13: Ilala Lodge, Zimbabwe

You go on a scheduled boat transfer from Chobe Savanna Lodge to Kasane Jetty, at the jetty there will be a scheduled road transfer to Ilala Lodge. You get to stay at Ilala Lodge for 2 nights on a BB basis. In the afternoon you can indulge in a sundowner cruise along the Zambezi River. There is a half-day Elephant Back Safari at Vic Falls. You can also go on tours of Victoria Falls and the Craft Village.

The lodge is ideally situated and is the closest to the Victoria Falls as well as the town centre. The National Park borders the front of property and wild animals often graze on the hotel lawns with the spray of the falls in the background.

Ilala Lodge offers 32 rooms - 24 twins, 6 doubles and 2 suites. All rooms have en suite bathroom with separate shower, air-conditioning, overhead fan and satellite TV and are served early morning tea / coffee, fruit basket and homemade biscuits.

The Ra-Ikane is a small luxury cruise boat that is out-fitted to suggest, in exquisite detail, an ambiance of a bygone era. Paying tribute to Ra-Ikane, one of the guides who first led David Livingstone to the Victoria Falls, this cruise boat is exclusive and personalised and designed to complement your Southern Africa safari.

Day 14: Depart

Take the scheduled road transfer from Ilala Lodge to Victoria Falls Airport; from Victoria Falls there is a flight to Johannesburg International Airport.

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Please Note:

All charters have been booked on a seat on charter basis. Due to the nature of travel in light aircraft, mainly because of safety and space concerns, baggage is restricted to 12 kilograms (26 pounds), per person. This baggage must be soft sided so to allow for it to be packed properly.

If you do have extra bags or have suitcases heavier than the specified allowance, please advise your travel consultant in advance as soon as the booking is made so that the necessary arrangements can be made for the baggage to be transferred or stored at an additional cost.