Best of East & Southern Africa
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Highlights
- Explore the beauty of Cape Town and Cape Peninsula
- Wine taste at some of the finest wineries in South Africa
- Tour the spectacular Victoria Falls
- Big 5 Game viewing
- Game drives in national parks and private reserves
- Mokoro excursions
- The Great Migration
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Johannesburg
Welcome to Africa. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to the Peech Hotel in a lush neighborhood of Johannesburg. Enjoy dinner at the fabulous on-site restaurant before retiring for the evening.
After breakfast, set out for a full day exploration of Johannesburg. Visit the Apartheid Museum and Constitution Hill before heading to Joziburg Lane, a market located in a magnificent art deco building. Browse artists’ studios, graze on cheese platters, curries and t...
Today your safari begins. After breakfast, drive to the Timbavati Reserve in the famed Kruger National Park, arriving at the Kambaku River Sands safari camp in time for lunch. This afternoon, set out with your guide for a game drive, exploring the area around camp whi...
Today, set out early and head into the Kruger National Park. As the sun rises, stop for a hot breakfast set up right in the bush. Take your time enjoying the wildlife all around, heading back to camp in time for a late lunch and afternoon rest. This evening, enjoy a g...
Getting out into the bush on foot is perhaps one of the most thrilling ways to experience Africa on Safari. This morning, drive a short distance from camp before setting out on foot with an armed guide. Learn to read wildlife tracks and discover some of the smaller el...
This morning, transfer to Cape Town, one of the most beloved cities in the world. Arrive at Welgelegen, a boutique hotel in the heart of Cape Town. After settling in, walk towards Kloof Street and enjoy dinner at one of the many fantastic local restaurants.
After breakfast, set out with your guide for a full day exploration of Cape Town. First, head to the Cableway, a fun way to reach the top of Table Mountain, taking in the dramatic views of the city and ocean below. Continue on towards the Victoria & Alfred waterfr...
Today, explore some of Cape Town’s most epic beaches, including Boulders Beach, Camp’s Bay, and Clifton Beach. Finally, head to the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point. Extending south from Cape Town is the Cape of Good Hope, the peninsula that divides the Atlantic Ocean...
After breakfast, drive into the rolling hills of the Cape Winelands. Arrive at Franschhoek Country House in time for lunch. Spend the afternoon exploring the area’s wineries, boutiques and galleries. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight.
Today, get active in the Cape Winelands. After breakfast, set out into the mountains on horseback, taking time to appreciate the views. After lunch, hop on a bicycle to explore the charming village area before a series of afternoon wine tastings.
This morning the wildlife continues deep into Okavango Delta safari! Fly to Botswana, arriving at Shinde Camp in Botswana’s Okavango Delta late in the afternoon. Your guide will pick you up at the airstrip and on the way to camp you can enjoy your first game drive in ...
This morning head out for an early morning game drive. After lunch and an afternoon rest, hop into a traditional wooden canoe, called a Mokoro, for a game experience on the water. As you glide silently through the waterways, watch elephant drink, birds fishing for their dinner and perhaps even catch a glimpse of a predator on the banks.
Today experience the thrill of walking in the bush. Accompanied by an armed guide, walk slowly from camp, learning more about tracking the wildlife and big game that surrounds camp. After lunch and an afternoon rest, head out for an early evening game drive, stopping ...
This morning, fly onward to Victoria Falls. Arrive at Illala Lodge in time for a late lunch. This evening, sit back, relax and take in the surrounding views of the great Zambezi River aboard a small boat. From this unique vantage point, view birdlife and wildlife up-close on the islands along the river.
Today, explore the largest sheet of falling water in the world. Board a helicopter for a scenic flight of the falls. Viewing the spectacular Victoria Falls from the air is one of the most breath-taking and exhilarating activities in Africa. Afterwards, enjoy a private guided tour of the mighty ‘Smoke That Thunders.’ Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight.
Today continue north, flying to Nairobi, Kenya. Transfer to Palacina, a warm, boutique hotel in the city center. Enjoy dinner and overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, head to the most iconic wildlife destination on the planet; the Maasai Mara. Arrive at Governor’s Camp, Kenya’s original safari camp, in time for lunch. This afternoon, set out on a game drive in the national park with one of their amazing guides. The...
Wake up early to experience the vast number of wildlife species in the area. Return to camp for lunch, served on the wooden deck overlooking the plains. Relax this afternoon before heading out for an early evening drive, stopping to watch the sun set over the plans while enjoying a sundowner cocktail. Return to camp for dinner and overnight.
This morning, wake early for a once in a lifetime experience; a hot air balloon ride over the Mara plains. After silently gliding over Africa’s big game for an hour, enjoy a champagne breakfast in the bush. Spend the afternoon relaxing, reading and resting in camp bef...
Your epic African adventure and Okavango Delta safari has come to an end. After breakfast, fly back to Nairobi and transfer to the international airport for your flight home.
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Rothschild Safaris specializes in custom safaris in Africa along with several other select wildlife-based destinations around the world. For years we've been winning accolades from Conde Nast, Travel + Leisure, and other luxury media brands.
We have a direct line to the best guides and a strong on-the-ground network to ensure client safety and a seamless itinerary. And due to our strong relationships and purchasing power, we can secure the best pricing for the best guides and locations.
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With over 30 years of experience of doing what we love most – planning journeys – we consider ourselves true specialists!
BEEN THERE, DONE THAT
Mention a lodge, hotel or destination and we have more than likely been there. Collectively we have traveled on hundreds of trips and experienced camps and lodges from the low end right up to the ultra luxurious – in our opinion that’s the only way!
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This means we are completely unbiased and free to recommend any lodging in Africa for you; unlike dealing with lodges or safari operators who are trying to sell you on their “own” camps or lodges, no matter how unsuitable this may be for you.
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How We Work
We know best how to match travelers up with the very best accommodations that suit their budget. BUT that is only one part of the equation. It’s the little details (things that many travelers don’t even know are possible) that we are great at including in our travelers’ trips. We don’t usually give out our little secrets, but to give you a sneak peak of what we may offer – a private dinner on a barge in the middle of the Zambezi River is one of our all-time favorites. But no more said on this now as we rather not spoil what we love to do for you!
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We always start with a phone call and a blank slate. The goal of our first conversation is to get to know you. We will ask you questions about your travel style, where you have travelled in the past, your specific interests and your intended budget for your safari. After we have worked through this process we will both have a better idea if we are a good fit.
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