Safari-Cruise in Southern Africa
Safari-Cruise in Southern Africa
Departure 21 November 2024
South Africa – Botswana – Namibia – Zimbabwe
I am not sure if you are aware, but back in November I was an extremely lucky lady and I enjoyed a truly epic adventure to South Africa and Botswana. I enjoyed it so much that I am going to go again this November! I wondered if you would like to join me?
Interested? Then I am delighted to tell you more.
As a guest of Croisi Euorpe, I was invited to embark upon a Safari-cruise in Southern Africa, and it really was one of the most wonderful trips I have ever had the privilege to take.
On this trip I visited 5 countries in one holiday…over just 9 days! South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe and Zambia. Travelling on the water along the River Chobe and then onto Lake Kariba where we saw so many animals. I genuinely didn’t have any idea that we would see so many Hippos and Elephants! We saw Antelope, Impalas, Kudu, Baboons, Buffalo, Crocodiles, Warthogs and so many wonderful species of birds.
We stayed in the most tranquil and luxury lodges. We enjoyed sailing on our own little boat with just 8 cabins. In the National Parks with our guides and on the water, we genuinely felt like we were the only ones there and the guides worked so hard to ensure that we saw as much wildlife as possible up close. On top of watching the incredible wildlife and scenery by land and water, we also travelled on light aircraft, one of which just held the two of us! In all my travels I don’t think I have come back from a trip where I genuinely cannot find one single thing I would change. The holiday was INCREDIBLE.
On the trip, I was joined by many other agents from around the world. All who had travelled to Africa many times and enjoyed many different safaris. They all said that for them, this experience was the best. They felt that the very nature of the water, the uncommerciable way this very intimate holiday experience is run, allowed us to feel more at one with nature and left us all feeling very special.
Most of the travelling we did was on the water, which was idyllic. I did not miss cars and traffic one bit! I have to say it was a little inconvenient waiting for some hippos to slowly cross in front (I jest of course!). I have heard stories before of many Jeeps rushing to get the best views of the animals, but we were the only ones! So the time to enjoy and explore was very much in the guides hands.
Every day during the trip, I went to bed thinking ‘this day has been the absolute highlight’, feeling like it couldn’t possibly get better tomorrow. Each day, I was wrong. In truth every day just got better and better, as we had new exciting experiences.
To finish off the safari/adventure, we took a trip to Victoria Falls which was quite something.
Sounds good, doesn’t it? Would you like to come on this epic trip with me in November?
If so, I have listed the details of the itinerary.
| Day | Date | Detail | Notes |
| Day 1 | 21st November | Fly from London to Johannesburg – overnight flight
BA flight leaves Heathrow at 2110 arrive Johannesburg 1015 (22nd Nov) |
BA flights |
| Day 2 | 22nd November | Arrive Johannesburg – free time during the day
overnight Dinner included with drinks at the hotel |
Hotel 54 Bath |
| Day 3 | 23rd November | Half day tour and lunch and dinner include with drinks at the hotel | Hotel 54 Bath |
| Day 4 | 24th November | Flight from Johannesburg to Kasane – arrive Kaza Lodge Night
1 of 3 nights stay All-inclusive at the lodge (drinks and meals) |
Lodge |
| Day 5 | 25th November | Kaza lodge – night 2 of 3 full day safari in Chobe National Park and sailing along the Chobe river | Lodge |
| Day 6 | 26th November | Kaza lodge – night 3 of 3 Impalila Island – visit local village and free time – sunset cruise and fishing | lodge |
| Day 7 | 27th November | light aircraft flight from Kasane to Kariba – Embark Zimbabwean Dream
Night 1 of 3 all-inclusive on the boat (drinks and meals) |
cruise |
| Day 8 | 28th November | Zimbabwean Dream night 2 of 3 | Cruise |
| Day 9 | 29th November | Zimbabwean Dream night 3 of 3 | Cruise |
| Day 10 | 30th November | Morning visit to Kariba Dam
Light aircraft from Kariba to Victoria Falls – Lunch cruise on the Zambezi River Walking tour of Victoria Falls overnight Lodge meal and drinks included Victoria Falls Safari Lodge hotel 4*LS |
Victoria Falls Safari Lodge hotel 4*LS |
| Day 11 | 1st December | am free – transfer to airport then flight back to UK
times of flights to be confirmed |
BA flights |
| Day 12 | 2nd December | Arrive back in UK |
The flights included in the pricing are with British Airways in Economy, should you wish to upgrade to Premium Economy the supplement would be approx. £687 per person.
Deposit is 30% of the total cost due at the time of booking.
As we are chartering the boat there is a second deposit date for a further 30% 130 days before (14th July 2024), then the remaining balance will be due 8th September 2024.
Please find attached all supporting information for the cruise and stay option, which I thought you would find helpful. I have also attached the flyer promoting our exclusive charter. There are also details for the majority of the trip here:
For those of you who want to add something even more special onto this trip, we have some excellent rates for you to add the exclusive journey from Victoria Falls to Pretoria onboard the prestigious Rovos Rail.
I have outlined the itinerary below but will be happy to provide full information if this is of interest.
Victoria Falls – Pretoria 4 nights:
DAY 1 Vic Falls
DAY 2 Hwange National Park
DAY 3 Matobo National Park
DAY 4 Onboard
DAY 5 Pretoria
Take a look at the following video to see just how wonderful this journey is
I think that is all for now, but of course if you have any further questions please do let me know.
I really hope you can join us for what promises to be a very special trip indeed.