trip highlights
A taste of everything Africa has to offer, suitable for all ages.
3 NIGHTS at Victoria Falls
Life on Africa’s greatest river
Begin your journey beside the Zambezi River, where lodges overlook waters frequented by elephants and hippos. Walk the magnificent falls, browse local craft markets, spend an afternoon at a community project and enjoy family-friendly adventure activities from ziplining to gorge swings. The setting offers both excitement and the natural rhythm of the wild. Many riverside lodges have family villas where there is room for everyone.
3-5 NIGHTS in Botswana
Land and water safaris
Discover the Okavango Delta’s remarkable ecosystem through walking safaris, game drives and boat excursions. Traditional dugout canoes reveal smaller waterways rich in birdlife, while larger river channels offer exceptional wildlife viewing. The exclusivity of private reserves offer exceptional wildlife viewing, no crowds and experiences such as walking, driving off road and night game drives.
A second stop in Chobe or Linyanti adds dramatic big-river experiences. We carefully handpick permanent tented camps, based on the season, to provide an idyllic base. Highlights could be spending a night under the stars in a treehouse sleepout, dropping a fishing line into the delta with hippos snorting in the distance, or an elephant coming for a drink at the pool. Two-bedroom family tents have incredible designs to keep loved ones close enough to feel safe, and share being immersed in all the new experiences, like hearing roaring lions or whooping hyena together in the middle of the night.
2-3 NIGHTS in the Kalahari Desert
Desert life and ancient culture
Vast skies and striking landscapes define the Kalahari. Encounter desert-adapted wildlife, quad bike across sweeping pans, walk with San Bushman guides, or spend time with playful meerkats. Evenings reveal extraordinary stargazing beneath some of Africa’s clearest skies. Rich in character and a sense of the wild, tented camps are tucked into the landscape creating indulgent oases amidst the desert with every comfort and amenity, from pool pavilions to conservation centers, where you can interact with researchers and help out.
1 NIGHT in Johannesburg
Restful pause
A convenient overnight stop in Southern Africa’s economic capital offers you time to recharge before continuing your journey. We make these transitions part of the fun where you can elect to pop into town for a seat at one of the city’s hottest tables or take it easy and dine alfresco in the gardens of your hotel for the night.
3 NIGHTs on the Indian Ocean Coast
Tropical finale
After the exhilarations of safari experiences, you’ll unwind along the Indian Ocean. Snorkel vibrant reefs, enjoy sunset sailing, discover underwater wildlife, and indulge in fresh seafood by the shore, all creating the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Some of the most memorable moments for kids include riding horses in the ocean and collecting sand dollars on a remote island. Relax in island-style hotels, where your toes are in the sand seconds away from your room. We handpick villa resorts, where families can enjoy time together, with no schedule or pace.
