City & Safari: Cape Town to Botswana

Experience the best of Cape Town’s Peninsula on a private full-day adventure packed with breathtaking scenery, coastal charm, and unforgettable encounters. From the rugged cliffs of the Atlantic to the soft sands of False Bay, this journey showcases the city’s most spectacular natural wonders. Begin your day with a scenic drive past Clifton and Camps Bay’s pristine beaches, framed by the towering 12 Apostles peaks. Stop at Hout Bay to browse the craft market or take a boat trip to Seal Island before continuing along the world-famous Chapman’s Peak Drive. Discover the wild beauty of the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, where fynbos, Cape Mountain Zebra, and baboons roam, then enjoy lunch and a funicular ride to the lighthouse for sweeping ocean views. Finish the day in Simons Town, where you can swim alongside the famous African penguins at Boulders Beach, before wandering through the lush Kirstenbosch Gardens.

Spend an enchanting day exploring the picturesque Cape Winelands, where vine-blanketed hills and quaint historical towns await. Your journey will take you through some of the country's top wine farms, restaurants, and boutiques. With your guide selecting wine estates and a restaurant tailored to your specific tastes, you'll also have the opportunity to explore artistic, botanical, historical, or cultural sites that pique your interest. The region's mineral-rich soils, mountains, and diverse microclimates create the perfect conditions for producing world-class wines. With a winemaking tradition dating back to the 17th century French Huguenots, combined with modern techniques, a new generation of winemakers is crafting exceptional wines. Enjoy the rich flavours and captivating stories behind each bottle as you immerse yourself in the beauty and history of the Cape Winelands.

Safaris in the Linyanti unfold in a wild, unfenced landscape, famed for its elephant herds and predators. Morning and afternoon game drives traverse mopane forests, open floodplains, and riverine corridors where lions, wild dogs, and leopards are often seen. As a private concession, the Linyanti also allows for night drives, offering the chance to spot lesser-seen nocturnal species. Guided walks bring a more intimate perspective, while seasonal boating and catch-and-release fishing add variety to your safari.

At Wilderness camps in the Okavango Delta, twice-daily game drives form the heart of the safari experience. Early mornings see you heading out in open 4x4 vehicles, when the light is golden and predators are often still on the move. Guides and trackers use their expertise to follow the clues of the bush including fresh tracks in the sand and distant alarm calls to lead you to wildlife sightings. After a stop for coffee and snacks in a scenic spot, you return to camp for a relaxed breakfast or brunch. Later, as the heat eases, afternoon drives bring the chance to see more but beyond the vehicle, there are also various other ways to discover the Delta. Depending on water levels, you might glide silently along reed-lined channels by mokoro, head out by boat in search of hippo and waterbirds, or even cast a line for catch-and-release fishing. Guided walks reveal the smaller wonders of the wilderness while optional extra scenic helicopter flights offer a bird’s-eye view of the landscape. Together, these experiences ensure your time in the Okavango is as diverse as the landscape itself.

Experience an unforgettable 30-minute scenic flight with Helicopter Horizons. Where you will get to enjoy breathtaking views only possible from the air. Marvel at the channels meandering their way through lagoons, and then head out over the lush green flood plains where you might spot some of the Okavango's many species of animals.