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Highlights

  • Explore the spectacular dunes of Sossusvlei, entering through the private gate on the Tsauchab River
  • Pause for sundowners on a scenic safari in the Namib Desert
  • Search for desert-adapted elephants and other wildlife in Damaraland
  • Visit a Himba village for in-depth insight into Namibia’s last traditional tribe
  • View game on drives in the Ongava Reserve and Etosha National Park, Namibia’s premier game-viewing destination
  • Watch dolphins cavort in the wild Atlantic off the coast of Swakopmund
Namibia Deserts & Savannas Luxury Safari
Travel with your private party on this Luxury Tailor Made Journey, departing when you choose and with expert local guides leading the way; you can even customize the itinerary to your interests. During a thrilling independent journey, savor the beauty of the vast Sossusvlei dunes and pristine Damaraland with its desert elephants; see the petroglyphs of Twyfelfontein; visit Otjikandero Himba village and the historic coastal town of Swakopmund; and take game drives at the private Ongava Game Reserve.

Highlights

  • Explore the spectacular dunes of Sossusvlei, entering through the private gate on the Tsauchab River
  • Pause for sundowners on a scenic safari in the Namib Desert
  • Search for desert-adapted elephants and other wildlife in Damaraland
  • Visit a Himba village for in-depth insight into Namibia’s last traditional tribe
  • View game on drives in the Ongava Reserve and Etosha National Park, Namibia’s premier game-viewing destination
  • Watch dolphins cavort in the wild Atlantic off the coast of Swakopmund

Departure & Return Location

Cape Town International Airport

Departure Time

3 Hours Before Flight Time

Price Includes

  • Air fares
  • 3 Nights Hotel Accomodation
  • Tour Guide
  • Entrance Fees
  • All transportation in destination location

Price Excludes

  • Guide Service Fee
  • Driver Service Fee
  • Any Private Expenses
  • Room Service Fees

Complementaries

  • Umbrella
  • Sunscreen
  • T-Shirt
  • Entrance Fees
Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Zürich, Switzerland

 10 Days
$8500pp
ARRIVE JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA

Arrive in Johannesburg, where you are met and transferred to your exclusive hotel located in the tranquil suburb of Sandhurst. Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.

Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa

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DAY 2 LIVINGSTONE, ZAMBIA | SUNDOWNER RIVER CRUISE

Fly to Livingstone, Zambia. Continue to Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma, where you stay in a luxury tree house built into the riverside canopy. At twilight, cruise the Zambezi River, sipping cocktails, gazing out across a verdant vista and gliding past pods of hippos.

Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma

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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

DAY 3 LIVINGSTONE | DESIGN YOUR DAY

This morning, enjoy one of these Design Your Day activities:

Explore Victoria Falls from the Zambia Side, to watch the Zambezi River cascade over a 1.2-mile-wide lip of basalt.

Visit Nakatindi Village to see a bike shop, school and clinic supported by A&K Philanthropy, and then cycle back to the lodge for an active way to view the area.

Walk Close to Rhinos, pausing on a game drive in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park to draw near the giants on foot.

Return to your lodge for lunch, followed by an afternoon at leisure, free to take advantage of the activities and amenities on offer. Tonight, dine in camp.

Sanctuary Sussi & Chuma

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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

DAY 4 VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE | THE SMOKE THAT THUNDERS

This morning, drive to Zimbabwe to join your private guide on an awe-inspiring exploration of Victoria Falls, which plummet 354 feet to cast up the mist that inspired their original name, Mosi-oa-Tunya (“The Smoke That Thunders”). Enjoy lunch in the town of Victoria Falls before continuing to Chobe National Park in Botswana, to settle into your lodge for unparalleled panoramic views across the islands and floodplains of the Chobe River. This afternoon, set out on a river cruise or game drive that includes the opportunity to see elephants — a staggering 120,000 live in the park — along with impalas, buffalo and possibly lions. Return to the lodge to relax in the comforts of your luxury accommodations and enjoy a freshly prepared meal. Later, drift to sleep, serenaded by the sounds of Africa beneath a blanket of stars.

Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

DAY 5 CHOBE NATIONAL PARK, BOTSWANA | CHOBE RIVER SAFARI

Set out on a game drive at sunrise to catch the animals at the start of their day, when they are most active. You may even glimpse a leopard returning from the hunt. Later, embark on a Chobe River safari cruise and watch for crocodiles and hippos, as well as elephants that come down to drink and play in the water. The park’s beautiful wetlands also lure a wealth of birdlife to the region and you may glimpse any of the 460 species that either live here or migrate through, including raptors, vultures and waterfowl. When you return to the lodge, revel in the comforts of your luxury accommodations and sit down to a gourmet dinner this evening.

Sanctuary Chobe Chilwero

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

DAYS 6-7 OKAVANGO DELTA | WONDERS OF A PRIVATE RESERVE

Fly to your vast private concession in the Okavango Delta, the largest inland delta in the world. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure with a choice of activities, such as a seasonal mokoro (dug-out canoe) ride on the delta or a nighttime game-viewing drive, made possible on this private reserve. The next morning, continue with your choice of activities. Set off on a thrilling, guided game drive in a customized 4×4 vehicle or a bush walk in the company of an armed, expert guide, on the lookout for Africa’s smaller denizens among the unique flora.

Sanctuary Stanley’s Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

DAY 8 OKAVANGO DELTA | PREDATOR CAPITAL

Fly across the Okavango Delta to your next amazing safari camp. Widely acknowledged as the “Predator Capital of the World,” this area of the Delta offers some of the most exciting game viewing in Africa and is one of the best places in Botswana to see the Big Five — lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and Cape buffalo — drawn here from surrounding regions by the lush delta. Predators include cheetahs, spotted hyenas and, at the very top of the food chain, large resident prides of lions. This afternoon, take advantage of game-viewing activities led by experienced guides or enjoy the vistas from your own private viewing deck.

Sanctuary Chief’s Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

DAY 9 OKAVANGO DELTA | REMARKABLE GAME DRIVES

Depart on another spectacular early morning game drive. Beyond predators, the Okavango Delta draws large concentrations of elephants, buffalo, red lechwes, giraffes and impalas. In season, enjoy a mokoro ride for a rare safari opportunity across deceptively quiet marshlands alive with crocodiles, bathing hippos, birds and tiny red reed frogs. If you opt for an afternoon game drive, listen for roaring lions on the hunt or spy nocturnal animals as they start out for the night. After a full day of game viewing, return to your camp to relax.

Sanctuary Chief’s Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

DAY 10 DEPART JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA

Fly to Johannesburg for your flight home. Relax in the Premier Lounge, compliments of Opulent Tours And Travel before your departure.

Meals: Breakfast

 

Day 2maun

Enjoy an orientation walk of Zurich’s OLD TOWN, Switzerland’s center of banking and commerce. Then, leave Zurich and start your Swiss adventure. You’ll quickly discover that Switzerland isn’t just home to the Alps, but also to some of the most beautiful lakes. First, stop at the foot of the Jura Mountains in the picturesque town of Biel, known as Bienne by French-speaking Swiss, famous for watch-making, and explore the historical center. Next, enjoy a scenic drive to lakeside Neuchâtel, dominated by the medieval cathedral and castle. Time to stroll along the lake promenade before continuing to stunning Geneva, the second-largest city in Switzerland, with its fantastic lakeside location and breathtaking panoramas of the Alps.

Day 3shdhs

Our morning drive takes us from Swiss lakes to Swiss Army. At the once-secret Swiss army bunker at Fortress Fürigen, we’ll see part of the massive defense system designed to keep Switzerland strong and neutral. Afterward, a short drive into the countryside brings us to the charming Alpine village of Engelberg, our picturesque home for the next two days. We’ll settle into our lodge then head out for an orientation walk. Our stroll through the village will end at the Engelberg Abbey, a Benedictine monastery with its own cheese-making operation. You’ll have free time to wander back before dinner together. Sleep in Engelberg (2 nights). Bus: 1 hr. Walking: light.

Day 4Interlaken Area. Excursion to The Jungfrau Massif

An unforgettable trip to the high Alpine wonderland of ice and snow is the true highlight of a visit to Switzerland. Globus Local Favorite At an amazing 11,332 feet, the JUNGFRAUJOCH is Europe’s highest railway station. Jungfrau’s 13,642-foot summit was first ascended in 1811 and in 1912 the rack railway was opened. There are lots of things to do here: enjoy the ALPINE SENSATION, THE PANORAMA 360° EXPERIENCE, and the ICE PALACE. Also receive your JUNGFRAU PASSPORT as a souvenir to take home with you. The round trip to the “Top of Europe” by MOUNTAIN TRAIN will take most of the day.

Day 5Lake Geneva and Château de Chillon

It’s market day in Lausanne! Enjoy browsing and packing a picnic lunch for our 11 a.m. boat cruise on Lake Geneva. A few miles down-shore we’ll dock at Château de Chillon, where we’ll have a guided tour of this delightfully medieval castle on the water. On our way back we’ll take time to peek into the vineyards surrounding Lutry before returning to Lausanne. Boat: 2 hrs. Bus: 1 hr. Walking: moderate.

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