21 Days The Tripple Crown Of Southern Africa

Experience the pinnacle of African travel through our 18-day odyssey across Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa. This curated aerial masterpiece weaves through the continent’s most iconic landscapes into one seamless narrative.Witness the silver, shimmering channels of the Okavango Delta as they give way to the towering, apricot-hued dunes of the Namib Desert, all before landing in the heart of Africa’s premier wildlife reserves.

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  • Itinerary
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  • Before You Go

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1

Day 1-2 Arrival In Cape Town & Cape Town City Tour

Day 2

Day 3-5 Fly To Johannesburg

Day 3

Day 6-8 Fly To Okavango Delta (Bostwana)

Day 4

Day 9-10 Linyanti / Selinda Reserve

Day 5

Day 11-12 Fly To Kasane For A Houseboat

Day 6

Day 14 -15 Fly Across The Border To The Namib Desert

Day 7

Day 16 -17 Flight Over Shipwercks

Day 8

Day 18-20: Fly To The Etosha Pan

Day 9

Departure

Day 1

Day 1-2 Arrival In Cape Town & Cape Town City Tour

Arrive in Cape Town, one of the world’s most breathtaking coastal cities, dramatically framed by mountains and sea. Over the next three days, enjoy a curated blend of natural beauty, refined luxury, and world-class gastronomy while staying at one of the city’s most exclusive landmark hotels.

Your experience begins with an ascent of the iconic Table Mountain on a private guided excursion. Whether you choose the rotating cableway or a scenic hike accompanied by an expert guide, you’ll be rewarded with sweeping 360-degree views over the city, Robben Island, and the dramatic Atlantic coastline. Along the way, your guide will introduce you to the mountain’s extraordinary fynbos vegetation, endemic wildlife, and rich cultural significance. For a more exclusive experience, schedule your visit at sunrise or late afternoon, when the light is softer and the atmosphere more serene.

Next, travel in comfort to the renowned Cape Winelands, exploring historic estates in Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, or Paarl. Enjoy private cellar tours and curated tastings of award-winning wines, from bold reds to crisp Cap Classique sparkling varieties. Meet passionate winemakers, stroll through vineyard-lined avenues shaded by centuries-old oaks, and indulge in gourmet farm-to-table lunches perfectly paired with local vintages.

These first three days set the tone for your journey combining iconic landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and refined luxury in one of Africa’s most captivating destinations.

Luxury Stay at The Silo Hotel

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Day 2

Day 3-5 Fly To Johannesburg

This morning, fly to Johannesburg, where you will connect seamlessly to a scheduled bush flight bound for the legendary Sabi Sands Game Reserve. As your light aircraft soars over vast wilderness landscapes, watch the scenery transform into open savannah, winding rivers, and scattered acacia trees a thrilling preview of the safari experience ahead. upon landing at a private airstrip inside Sabi Sands, you’ll be warmly welcomed and transferred to your luxury lodge. This exclusive reserve, adjoining Kruger National Park, is world-renowned for its exceptional Big Five sightings, particularly its remarkable leopard encounters. After settling into your suite, enjoy lunch or afternoon tea before heading out on your first guided game drive in an open safari vehicle. Expert rangers and trackers will interpret animal tracks, bird calls, and subtle movements in the bush, offering a deeply immersive wildlife experience. As the sun sets, pause for sundowners in the wild before continuing your evening drive in search of nocturnal species.

Return to lodge for a gourmet dinner under the stars, often served in a traditional boma around the fire  the perfect introduction to the rhythm of safari life.

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Day 3

Day 6-8 Fly To Okavango Delta (Bostwana)

Fly by light aircraft into one of the Okavango Delta’s exclusive private concessions, where vast floodplains, winding channels, and palm-dotted islands create one of Africa’s most extraordinary safari ecosystems. From above, admire the intricate mosaic of shimmering waterways and untouched wilderness before landing on a remote bush airstrip and transferring to your luxury lodge.

Stay at an exceptional property such as Vumbura Plains, celebrated for its contemporary design and sweeping views over seasonal floodplains, offer expansive suites with private plunge pools, open-air decks, gourmet cuisine, and highly personalized guiding that ensures an intimate and exclusive safari experience.

Mokoro (Canoe) Excursions

Glide silently through reed-lined channels in a traditional mokoro, expertly poled by a local guide. This tranquil, water-level perspective allows you to observe tiny reed frogs, colorful dragonflies, and delicate water lilies up close, while elephants and antelope graze peacefully along the banks. The stillness of the Delta—broken only by birdsong and the gentle ripple of water—creates a serene and immersive safari moment unlike any other, offering a striking contrast to traditional game drives.

Predator Viewing & Game Drives

Morning and afternoon game drives reveal the Delta’s impressive predator populations. Depending on the concession and season, sightings may include powerful lion prides, elusive leopards resting in riverine forests, cheetahs scanning the open plains, and even endangered African wild dogs. Large herds of buffalo and red lechwe draw predators into dramatic wildlife interactions, providing exceptional photographic opportunities.

Night drives, permitted within private concessions, offer a rare glimpse into the Delta’s nocturnal world, where civets, genets, owls, and other elusive creatures emerge under the African sky. These days in the Okavango Delta combine thrilling wildlife encounters with tranquil water-based exploration—delivering one of the most diverse and exclusive safari experiences on the continent.

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Day 4

Day 9-10 Linyanti / Selinda Reserve

A short scenic flight north brings you into the remote wetlands of Botswana’s Linyanti region, encompassing the wildlife-rich Linyanti Reserve and Selinda Reserve. From the air, a dramatic mosaic of river channels, lagoons, floodplains, and woodlands unfolds below a vital sanctuary where wildlife gathers in impressive numbers, particularly during the dry season. Your stay at the iconic Duba Plains Camp offers an intimate blend of classic safari elegance and ultra-luxury, with expansive tented suites, private plunge pools, sweeping floodplain views, and highly personalized service in a setting renowned for conservation and extraordinary wildlife encounters.

This region is especially famous for its massive elephant herds and its legendary lion-and-buffalo interactions, where resident prides have adapted to hunting in wetland terrain, creating rare and dramatic predator-prey scenes. Days are filled with expertly guided morning and afternoon game drives, seasonal boating safaris, guided bush walks (where permitted), and exceptional birdwatching featuring species such as African fish eagles and wattled cranes. Evenings return you to camp for gourmet dining, fine wines, and fireside storytelling beneath star-filled skies. Days in Linyanti and Selinda deliver a wilder, more intimate safari experience where raw wildlife drama meets refined luxury in one of Botswana’s most pristine and exclusive ecosystems.

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Day 5

Day 11-12 Fly To Kasane For A Houseboat

Fly to Kasane, gateway to the wildlife-rich Chobe River, where vast concentrations of animals gather along its life-giving waters. Spend two nights either aboard a luxury houseboat, drifting past elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and buffalo from the comfort of panoramic decks, or at the elegant Chobe Game Lodge, the only permanent lodge within Chobe National Park, offering refined riverfront accommodation and expertly guided safaris. Enjoy an afternoon boat cruises for close-up elephant encounters and rich birdlife sightings, complemented by land-based game drives in search of lions, leopards, giraffes, and large buffalo herds. Evenings are spent relaxing as the sun sets in golden hues over the river, providing a serene and spectacular finale to your Botswana safari experience.

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Day 6

Day 14 -15 Fly Across The Border To The Namib Desert

Fly Into Namibia And Arrive In The Ancient Namib Desert, Where Apricot-Colored Dunes, White Clay Pans, And Endless Skies Create A Surreal Landscape. Stay Two Nights At Little Kulala An Exclusive Desert Lodge, Featuring Private Plunge Pools, Rooftop Star Beds, And Expansive Decks Overlooking The Dunes. Experience The Iconic Deadvlei At Sunrise, When The Contrast Of Blackened Camel-Thorn Trees Against White Clay And Red Dunes Creates A Photographer’s Dream. Additional Activities Include Desert Drives To Spot Oryx, Springbok, And Ostrich, Guided Walks Highlighting Desert Flora And Fauna, Optional Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Rides, And Stargazing Under One Of The World’s Darkest Skies.

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Day 7

Day 16 -17 Flight Over Shipwercks

Fly Along Namibia’s Iconic Skeleton Coast, Where The Atlantic Meets Desert Dunes, Fog-Shrouded Beaches, And Historic Shipwrecks. Stay Two Nights At The Exclusive Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp, With Luxury Suites, Private Decks, And Panoramic Desert Views.

Explore This Remote Wilderness On Guided 4×4 Drives And Bush Walks, Seeking DesertAdapted Elephants, Lions, Oryx, Springbok, And Other Rare Wildlife. Capture Dramatic Desert Landscapes Through Photography-Focused Excursions And Enjoy Relaxed Evenings With Fine Dining And Sundowners Under Expansive Skies.

Luxury Stay At Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp

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Day 8

Day 18-20: Fly To The Etosha Pan

Fly To Etosha Pan And Stay At The Luxury Ongava Game Reserve, Offering Private Decks, Waterhole Views, Gourmet Dining, And Expert Guiding.Enjoy An Afternoon Game Drives To Spot Elephants, Lions, Leopards, Black Rhinos, Giraffes, And Herds Of Springbok, Gemsbok, And Zebra. Additional Experiences Include Guided Bush Walks, Night Drives, Wildlife Talks, And Private Sundowners At Remote Waterholes.

Luxury Stay At Ongava Game Reserve

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Day 9

Departure

Private Charter Flight Back To Windhoek For Your International Departure.

Prices are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy

USD 48,780
per person based on two people

Tour Includes

AMREF Flying Doctor Insurance: A Flying doctor Insurance to Air transfers you before dark from the nearest airstrip to hospital during Emergency
Professional English-Speaking Driver guide: A Friendly, Experienced and Passionate Driver Guide expert at a wide variety of skills: Flora and Fauna, the country’s cultural and natural history.
All park entrance fees to include government taxes mentioned in the itinerary
High-end accommodations and all meals ((As specified in the day-by-day section)
Soft drinks, Coffee/tea and Water during game drives
Daily valet laundry service.
Complimentary return airport transfers in case you desire after the trip
VIP Lounge access at the airport
Local Flights mentioned in the itinerary
Expert trip planning
A bottle of Wine

Tour Excludes

Tips for Guides, Rangers and hotel staff
Other personal expenses like souvenirs, alcoholic drinks and cigars
All kinds of hard drinks
Activities not included in the program
Medical Insurance
Travel Insurance
Visa and flights