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14 Day Botswana & South Africa Experience

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Julie Evans, Travel Agent in Windsor, ON

Julie Evans

Windsor, ON Travel Agent
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Julie Evans

Windsor, ON · 25+ Years of Experience

VALENTE TRAVEL, an independent agent with Valente Travel, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
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DESTINATIONS VISITED:Botswana, South Africa, Zimbabwe
PLACES VISITED:Cape Town, Chobe National Park, Johannesburg, Victoria Falls
SUGGESTED DURATION:14 Days
Embark on an unforgettable 14 day journey through Southern Africa, where adventure meets luxury through Kensignton Tours or Collette Vacations. Begin in vibrant Johannesburg before witnessing the awe-inspiring power of Victoria Falls. Enjoy up-close elephant encounters and visit a local wildlife trust. In Botswana’s Chobe National Park, cruise the river and spot elephants, hippos, and crocodiles, then savor a traditional bush dinner. Continue to Pilanesberg for thrilling Big Five safaris across an ancient volcanic crater. Unwind in the scenic Winelands of Somerset West with tastings of world-renowned wines and farm-fresh cuisine. In Cape Town, ride a cable car to the top of Table Mountain, visit the penguins at Boulders Beach, and dine in a local home for a true taste of South African hospitality. End your adventure with a farewell dinner celebrating the region’s rich flavors. This experience blends wild beauty, cultural connection, and upscale comfort into the perfect African escape.
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DAY1
Johannesburg
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Explore Johannesburg’s vibrant culture and relax before your wild adventure begins tomorrow.
Begin your journey with an overnight flight to Johannesburg, South Africa’s vibrant hub of culture and history. Settle in before venturing into the wild landscapes and rich diversity of Africa.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Relax and Explore Johannesburg
DAY2
Victoria Falls
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Johannesburg to Victoria Falls
Fly to Victoria Falls and settle into a luxury tented lodge. In the afternoon, witness the breathtaking beauty and rainbows of this Natural Wonder of the World.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Luxury Lodge, Rainbows
DAY3
Victoria Falls
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A day in Victoria Falls
Meet and interact with African elephants in their natural habitat, visit the Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust, and enjoy a home-hosted township lunch. End the day with dinner by the Zambezi River.
HIGHLIGHTS:
See the Elephants
DAY4
Chobe National Park
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Victoria Falls to Chobe
Visit a traditional homestead and meet the village chief before crossing into Botswana. Arrive in Chobe National Park and enjoy a scenic safari cruise spotting elephants, hippos, and crocodiles.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Chobe River Cruise
DAY5
Chobe National Park
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A day in Chobe
Explore Chobe’s rich wildlife on a morning game drive. In the afternoon, choose a second drive or river safari. End the day with a riverside dinner and a traditional braai cooking experience.
HIGHLIGHTS:
River Cruise & Game drive
DAY6
Johannesburg
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Pilanesberg National Park
Fly from Chobe to Johannesburg, then transfer to Pilanesberg National Park, a wildlife reserve in an ancient crater—home to lions and the untamed Africa you’ve always dreamed of exploring.
HIGHLIGHTS:
See the Lions
DAY7
Johannesburg
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Pilanesberg National Park
At sunrise, embark on a 4x4 safari in Pilanesberg searching for the Big Five. Enjoy an afternoon game drive spotting big cats, then relax with a bush dinner back at the lodge.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Morning Game Drive
DAY8
Johannesburg
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Seek the "Big Five"
Spend a full day in Pilanesberg with morning and afternoon game drives, seeking the Big Five and spotting giraffes, cheetahs, and other local wildlife.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Game Drives to find the "Big Five"
DAY9
Johannesburg
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Cape Town
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Arrive in Cape Town
Enjoy a final sunrise 4x4 safari in Pilanesberg before flying from Johannesburg to Cape Town. Then, relax in Somerset West, nestled in the scenic Winelands overlooking False Bay, for two nights.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Safari, arrive in Cape Town
DAY10
Cape Town
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Explore the Winelands
Spend a full day exploring South Africa’s Winelands. Enjoy wine tastings in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, savor local Pinotage, relax at leisure, and finish with a dinner of fresh, local ingredients.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Relax with wine tasting
DAY11
Cape Town
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Explore Cape Town
Arrive in Cape Town and explore the vibrant Victoria & Alfred Waterfront with its shops, markets, and landmarks. Take a cable car up Table Mountain for stunning views, then visit the Malay Quarter and Milnerton Lighthouse.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Table Mountain
DAY12
Cape Town
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See what Cape Point has to offer
Explore Cape Point’s stunning coastal trails and vibrant landscapes, then visit Boulders Beach to see endangered African penguins. End the day with a warm, home-hosted dinner with a local family.
HIGHLIGHTS:
See endangered African Penguins
DAY13
Cape Town
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Final day in Cape Town
Spend a relaxing final day at leisure in Cape Town, then join fellow travelers for a farewell dinner featuring South Africa’s finest local flavors and specialties.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Relax & Farewell dinner
DAY14
Cape Town
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Time to bid farewell
On your final day, say goodbye to fellow travelers and depart from beautiful Cape Town. Depending on your flight, enjoy access to a day room before your journey home.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Enjoy one last breakfast
FINAL THOUGHTS
Embark on a 14-day Southern Africa journey: explore Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, Chobe safaris, Pilanesberg’s Big Five, wine tastings, Cape Town’s Table Mountain, penguins, local dining, and a farewell feast—luxury meets adventure and culture.