Southern Africa Travel Guide

With a connection to wildlife, wilderness, luxury, and discovery, a Southern Africa trip is all about unique experiences. Uncover new ways to meet with local culture or find the best ideas for engaging with diverse landscapes. Dive into the unparalleled adventures from the coastlines to the mountains and embrace the views of desert elephants or the hidden beauty of leopards. From the Okavango Delta to Sabi Sands Game Reserve, whale watching to opulent accommodations, our travel guide gives you ideas to personalize your trip in Southern Africa. When you are ready to book, speak with a travel expert who specializes in the country of your interest and understands how to craft your best trip.

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Camps Bay beach in Cape Town, South Africa

Top 7 Things to Do in Southern Africa

The top things to do in Southern Africa demonstrate the diverse opportunities you can experience, from witnessing wildlife on safari, meeting communities...
Elephant in the Okavango Delta, Botswana

Best Time to Visit Botswana

Botswana is the ultimate luxury safari destination, with the best time to visit between June and August, during the dry season. Boasting unique landscapes,...
Bush walk with Marataba Safari, South Africa

7 Reasons to Choose South Africa for Your Safari

The seven reasons to choose South Africa for your safari demonstrate how the country pairs miles and miles of outstanding wilderness and game reserves...
Jetti Pier in Swakopmund, Namibia

7 Best Places to Visit in Namibia on Safari

Dramatic desert landscapes, captivating rock formations, and enchanting wildlife havens are just the beginning of what you will find in the best places...
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

5 Best Places to Visit in Zimbabwe

Formerly known as the “breadbasket of Africa”, the regions that make up the best places to visit in Zimbabwe vary in topography, geography, and captivating...
Mokoro safari in the Okavango Delta, Botswana

8 Best Places to Visit in Botswana on Safari

Botswana is a beacon of raw wilderness and refined luxury. It is a realm where the safari experience is elevated to an art form in a country defined by...
Cheetah in Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve, South Africa

6 Best Places to Visit in South Africa

The best places to visit in South Africa reveal diversity and dynamic experiences that can range from “Big Five” safaris to cities and centers teeming...
Stunning aerial view of Table Mountain, Cape Town, at sunset with city lights and clouds over the peak

12 Best Places to Visit in Southern Africa

Vibrant, cosmopolitan Cape Town in South Africa, the semi-arid savannas of the Kalahari Desert in Botswana, and the mighty Victoria Falls in Zambia are...
Safari tourist in a boat watching a heard of elephants in Chobe National Park, Botswana

Our 5 Best South Africa and Botswana Itineraries

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the untamed wilderness of Southern Africa with our five best South Africa and Botswana itineraries. These meticulously...
A safari guide drives toward elephants at sunset in Africa.

Namibia vs Botswana: Where Should I Travel?

Ancient desert dunes and glistening river deltas paint a picture sweeping across these surprising Africa destinations. Namibia will surround you with...
The mighty Victoria Falls cascades dramatically at sunset over Zambezi River.

Botswana vs Zimbabwe: Where Should I Travel?

Beautiful wilderness, diverse ecosystems, and spectacular animal encounters await you on a safari in Botswana or Zimbabwe. Both destinations showcase...
Burchell's zebras in Kruger National Park.

Hwange National Park vs Kruger National Park: Where Should I Travel?

African giants Hwange National Park and Kruger National Park are testaments to the continent's untamed wilderness. Each pulsates with raw natural energy...

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Reviews of Zicasso's Southern Africa Safaris & Tours

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Bernard L.
South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana Travel Review: Cape Town, Victoria Falls, 16 Days

Zicasso's trip designer arranged a flawless, extraordinary trip.

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Mona P.
South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe Vacation Review: Safari, Wildlife, Nature, 13-Day Trip

We’re still not over our trip! Everything was absolutely fantastic. Thank you for organizing such a great experience and making it so effortless for me. I already have family and friends asking who I went through, and I’m guessing some of them will be reaching out to you in the next year.

I do have one small piece of constructive feedback about our camp in the Olifants West Nature Reserve. The staff, lodge, and food were wonderful, but unfortunately, the safari guide fell short. We had just come from the camp in the Thornybush Game Reserve (where we left our hearts—the guide there was truly exceptional, with such a great personality), so the difference stood out even more. At the Olifants West Nature Reserve camp, we saw very few animals and the guide didn’t engage much—he barely spoke, and when he did, it wasn’t very professional or kind, especially toward my son. My son even said the trip might have worked better in reverse, since after Botswana it was hard to adjust to seeing only a few animals a day.

That said, I’m so grateful for how smoothly you planned everything, especially on such short notice. It really was a trip of a lifetime for us.

Thank you again!

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Caitlin B.
South Africa, Mozambique Honeymoon Review: Kayaking, Private Wine Tour, Beaches, Wildlife, Nature, Local Cuisine, Culture, 14 Nights

The trip was simply magical. We had the absolute best experience working with Zicasso's travel company, from the planning stage to the best itinerary I've ever seen to every recommended location, transfer, and extra honeymoon surprises. We cannot thank this travel company's team enough for making our honeymoon the absolute best we could imagine.

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Carolyn T.
South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe Trip Review: Wildlife, Local Cuisine, 13-Day Trip

Wow, I ran out of superlatives–fantastic, awesome, amazing. Everything was well organized and the recommended accommodations were all top-notch. The guides were so expert in their field. Every activity was well worth the time. Every meal was delicious.

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Celese M.
South Africa, Zimbabwe Trip Review: Cape Town, Wildlife, 10 Nights

The trip was very well thought out and organized by Zicasso's travel agency. It was a good trip for a first time to sub-Saharan Africa.

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Anil M.
South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana Tour Review: 10 Nights

Our first trip to southern Africa was amazing, exceeding all expectations. We saw everything we came to see, and more. The game rides were well structured and safe, the visuals were unbelievable, and taking a side trip to Victoria Falls was a great idea. The accommodations were quite luxurious, despite being considered mid-range. There was always someone there to greet us and guide us at every travel point.

Zicasso's tour operator tailored our itinerary to our wishes and was wonderful to work with. Things couldn’t have gone better.

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