Cape Town & Botswana
Botswana South Africa
8 days from $15,895 per person
* Based on double occupancy, incl. taxes & fuel surcharges, restrictions apply.
Uncover the best of both worlds on this ultra-luxury journey from city to safari. Begin in Cape Town, where days can be filled with scenic drives, wine tastings, or simply soaking in the view from your oceanside retreat. Then venture deep into Botswana’s Okavango Delta, where wildlife roams free and the pace of life follows the rhythm of the waterways. Crafted for travelers who seek meaning in every moment, this journey invites you to explore Southern Africa in unforgettable style.
Highlights
Explore the natural beauty and vibrant culture of Cape Town from your oceanside retreat.
Discover wildlife-rich floodplains and forests on guided safari adventures.
Experience the magic of bush dining, boat safaris, and the Baobab Treehouse.
Enjoy exceptional service and design at one of Africa’s most exclusive lodges.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences are conscious travel experiences chosen with great care based on the positive social or environmental impact they have both on their communities, and on those who experience them: our guests. You can identify these experiences across our trips by locating the MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience seal.
Accommodations
1. The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa
South Africa, Cape Town
The award-winning 5-star Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa is dramatically poised above the Atlantic Ocean. Flanked by the majestic Twelve Apostles and Table Mountain ranges, the hotel has the ideal setting. Enjoy splendid luxury, passionate service and generous hospitality synonymous with Red Carnation Hotels. Delight in exquisite cuisine at Azure Restaurant. Mingle with the locals over delicious cocktails at the Leopard Bar with its panoramic ocean views. Surrender your senses at the holistic Spa, or enjoy walks and picnics in the surrounding Table Mountain National Park. Additional facilities include a private cinema, a heated infinity pool overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, a rock pool and heated Jacuzzi. There is also complimentary internet and Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and a 24-hour business center.
2. Xigera Safari Lodge
Botswana, Okavango Delta
Xigera is a bold new safari lodge set in the heart of the Okavango Delta in Botswana's iconic Moremi Game Reserve. Meticulously designed to frame the breathtaking floodplains and riverine forests, the lodge is in complete synergy with its surroundings. Spacious suites look out onto lily-filled lagoons, providing a front-row seat to the theatre of the African bush. Each suite floats delicately above the water, allowing wildlife to pass uninterruptedly beneath. The interiors are filled with exceptional one-off works of art and design created by 76 of Africa’s most globally acclaimed designers. The lodge is 100% solar powered, with a dedicated focus on sustainability. Defined by Red Carnation’s passion and art of hospitality the lodge offers an exclusive experience of unrivalled flexibility. There are no set times, no itineraries, just the unique chance of exploring the bush at a personalized pace.
Itinerary
Day 1. Arrive Cape Town, South Africa
Welcome to Cape Town, South Africa’s "Mother City." Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the award-winning 5-star Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, set between the mountains and the Atlantic Ocean.
The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa
Day 2. Cape Town
Spend a relaxing day at leisure. Enjoy the stunning views from the Twelve Apostles, unwind at the spa, or explore the nature trails surrounding the property. You may also wish to visit the vibrant Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, filled with shops, restaurants, and art galleries. For a meaningful cultural experience, consider a boat tour to Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned. (All activities are optional and available at an additional cost). (B)
The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa
Day 3. Cape Town
Today is yours to explore more of Cape Town and its scenic surroundings. Perhaps, take the cable car to the top of Table Mountain for sweeping city and coastal views. Consider adding a guided tour of the Cape Peninsula. Drive the breathtaking Chapman’s Peak route, visit Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope, and stop to see the penguins at Boulders Beach. (All activities are optional and available at an additional cost). (B)
The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa
Day 4. Cape Town
Enjoy your final day in Cape Town at your own pace. You might opt for a private tour of the Cape Winelands, with visits to top estates in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. Sample award-winning wines, savor gourmet pairings, and soak in the picturesque vineyard views. Alternatively, explore Cape Town’s vibrant neighborhoods or enjoy additional time at leisure at the hotel. (All activities are optional and available at an additional cost). (B)
The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa
Day 5. Cape Town / Okavango Delta
Enjoy incredible aerial views as you fly over the Okavango Delta to Xigera Safari Lodge. The 100% solar powered lodge sits within a stunning mix of palm-filled islands, riverine forests and expansive floodplains. Delve deeper into the living gallery of African art before enjoying a unique culinary safari. (BLD)
Xigera Safari Lodge
Day 6. Okavango Delta
Your safari experience is entirely flexible, take a walk on the wild side, enjoy high tea in the bush, glide through the waterways in a glass-bottomed boat, or stop for a ‘feet-in-the-water’ sundowner. Marvel at the beauty of the sculptural Baobab Treehouse. (BLD)
Xigera Safari Lodge
Day 7. Okavango Delta
Each safari experience is an opportunity to explore a wonderland teeming with creatures from crocodiles who glide stealthily among the lilies to the agile monkeys in their palm tree playground. Actively participate in conservation work by helping record wildlife movements and habitats with Wild Entrust Africa. (BLD)
Xigera Safari Lodge
Day 8. Okavango Delta / Depart
Enjoy one last magical morning before you bid farewell to one of Africa’s finest jewels, the Okavango Delta. (B)
Pricing
Land Arrangements (Price per person)
**Surcharges Apply .
Air Arrangements (Internal Airfare)
Cape Town – Maun – Johannesburg
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ADDED ADVENTURE
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