Southbound
Kenya · Tanzania · Malawi · Zambia · Botswana · Zimbabwe
Fourteen days, seven stations, six countries — from the Serengeti and the chimpanzees of Mahale through Lake Malawi and the Lower Zambezi to the Chobe River, the Okavango Delta and Victoria Falls.
Kenya · Tanzania · Malawi · Zambia · Botswana · Zimbabwe
Start: Nairobi, Kenya or Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Finish: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe or Livingstone, Zambia
From the Serengeti plains and the chimpanzees of the Mahale Mountains, southward through Lake Malawi and the Lower Zambezi to the Chobe River, the Okavango Delta and Victoria Falls. Aboard our Cessna Grand Caravan, visiting extraordinary locations in style — elegant lodges, safari camps, and a luxury houseboat as Africa unfolds its secrets before you.
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| 1 – 2 | Lamai Camp, Serengeti | 2 | Serengeti · Migration | ▼ |
Two nights in the northern Serengeti at Lamai Camp, positioned on the edge of the Mara River. Between June and November, the Great Migration passes directly through — vast herds of wildebeest and zebra crossing under the watch of lion, leopard and cheetah. One of the most extraordinary wildlife spectacles on earth. Great MigrationSerengetiBig FiveMara River CrossingHot-Air Balloon
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| 3 – 5 | Greystoke Camp, Mahale Mountains | 3 | Mahale Mountains · Chimpanzee | ▼ |
Three nights on the shores of Lake Tanganyika in the remote Mahale Mountains. Greystoke Camp is one of the most extraordinary lodges in Africa — barefoot luxury in the forest. Trek into the mountains to encounter wild chimpanzees in their natural habitat, one of Africa's rarest and most moving wildlife experiences. Kayaking on Lake Tanganyika and forest walks complete the immersion. Chimpanzee TrekkingLake TanganyikaMahale MountainsKayakingForest Walk
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| 6 – 7 | Kaya Mawa, Lake Malawi | 2 | Lake Malawi · Likoma Island | ▼ |
Scenic flight from the Mahale Mountains along the shores of Lake Tanganyika and Lake Malawi — some of Africa's best aerial scenery, rarely seen by travellers. Kaya Mawa on Likoma Island offers crystal-clear freshwater, kayaking, diving among hundreds of cichlid species, and the unexpected Anglican cathedral of St Peter. Lake MalawiLikoma IslandKayakingDivingScenic Flight
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| 8 – 9 | Chongwe River Camp, Lower Zambezi | 2 | Lower Zambezi · Zambia | ▼ |
Scenic flight across the South Luangwa National Park and into the Zambezi National Park. Chongwe River Camp sits at the confluence of the Chongwe and Zambezi rivers. Canoe safaris on the Zambezi — drifting past elephant, hippo and crocodile at water level — offer a perspective no vehicle can match. Walking safaris and game drives in the Lower Zambezi complete the experience. Canoe SafariZambezi RiverElephantsWalking SafariLower Zambezi
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| 10 – 11 | Chobe Princess House Boat, Chobe River | 2 | Chobe River · Botswana | ▼ |
Scenic flight along the Zambezi River and the "Flight of Angels" over Victoria Falls before continuing to the Chobe River. Two nights floating aboard the Chobe Princess — watching wildlife from your houseboat as elephants, hippos and crocodiles move along the banks. Game viewing by tender boat at sunrise and sunset. Victoria Falls Fly-OverHouseboatElephantsSunset CruiseChobe National Park
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| 12 – 13 | Duba Plains or Selinda Camp, Okavango Delta | 2 | Okavango Delta · Botswana | ▼ |
Scenic flight along the Chobe River and into the Okavango Delta — one of Africa's most unique wildlife areas. Duba Plains or Selinda Camp in the heart of the Delta. Mokoro excursions through the waterways, walking safaris on the islands, and exceptional birding. A pristine, roadless wilderness to close the journey. Okavango DeltaMokoroBig FiveWalking SafariBirding
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| 14 | Victoria Falls or Livingstone | — | Mosi-oa-Tunya | ▼ |
Final scenic flight from the Okavango Delta to Victoria Falls or Livingstone. Optional extension: stay at the Royal Livingstone by Anantara for the "Flight of Angels" helicopter flight, Zambezi sunset cruise, and Devil's Pool. Connect with international departures or extend southward into South Africa. Victoria FallsLivingstoneFlight of AngelsSouth Africa Extension
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Lamai Camp sits on the edge of the Mara River in the northern Serengeti. Between June and November, the Great Migration passes directly through — vast herds of wildebeest and zebra under the watch of lion, leopard and cheetah. One of the most extraordinary wildlife spectacles on earth. Optional hot-air balloon safari at dawn.
Three nights at one of Africa's most extraordinary lodges — barefoot luxury in the forest on the shores of Lake Tanganyika. Trek into the Mahale Mountains to encounter wild chimpanzees in their natural habitat, one of Africa's rarest and most moving wildlife experiences. Kayaking on the world's longest freshwater lake and forest walks complete the immersion.
Kaya Mawa — meaning "maybe tomorrow" — is built into the granite rocks of Likoma Island. Crystal-clear freshwater, kayaking, diving among hundreds of cichlid species. A complete change of pace after the forest intensity of Mahale — from primate encounters to Indian Ocean-clear freshwater.
At the confluence of the Chongwe and Zambezi rivers. Canoe safaris on the Zambezi — drifting past elephant, hippo and crocodile at water level — offer a perspective no vehicle can match. The Lower Zambezi is one of Africa's last great wilderness areas, with walking safaris and game drives through mopane woodland and floodplain.
Two nights floating on the Chobe River aboard the Chobe Princess. Game viewing by tender boat at sunrise and sunset as elephants, hippos and crocodiles move along the banks. The Chobe floodplain holds one of the largest elephant concentrations in Africa. A uniquely peaceful way to experience wildlife — from the water.
The journey's final wilderness chapter. One of the world's largest inland water systems — mokoro excursions through papyrus channels, walking safaris on palm-fringed islands, and Big Five encounters in a pristine, roadless landscape. Duba Plains is renowned for its lion-buffalo interaction; Selinda Camp sits on a 320,000-acre private concession.
Final scenic flight from the Okavango Delta to Victoria Falls or Livingstone. Optional extension at the Royal Livingstone by Anantara — private access to the Zambezi above the falls, sunset cruise, Devil's Pool, and the "Flight of Angels" helicopter flight. Connect with international departures or extend into South Africa.
— All flights aboard the Cessna Grand Caravan as per itinerary
— Accommodation in five-star lodges, camps and houseboat as per itinerary
— All meals, selected beverages and laundry at lodges
— All game drives, walking safaris, canoe safaris and boat excursions
— Chimpanzee trekking permits in the Mahale Mountains
— Professional wildlife photographer and travel host throughout
— Park and conservation fees
— Personalised photo memory book produced after the safari
— All ground transfers as per itinerary
The Southbound Safari can be shortened, extended or combined with other routes — shaped around your time, your interests and the season that suits your journey best.
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