Okavango Delta and White Sandy Beaches: Luxury Botswana and Seychelles in 11 Days

You will join your dedicated game ranger this morning while the stars still twinkle brightly in the darkness before dawn. As your 4x4 vehicle rumbles into gear, you may hear whispers of wild dogs cackling and the faint chatter of monkeys waking up within the trees. You will venture across vast golden savannas illuminated by a powerful spotlight swinging left and right as your ranger tracks the delta’s predators. During these morning safaris, you will be on the lookout for lion prides wandering the plains in search of animals straying from their herds and leopards descending from their perches to hunt.

Your game ranger, with an encyclopedic knowledge of the bushveld, will guide you through the majesty of Botswana’s wilderness today. Trailing behind gold-haired lions and following the tracks of mighty elephants, you will encounter the many marvelous creatures that dwell in these untouched environments during your extensive day safaris across the delta. In the evening, you will meander Okavango under the stars, hoping to spot numerous nocturnal beings that come alive in the midnight black landscape. Leopards will lurk in the shadows of shrubbery and wide-eyed bush babies will cling to the trees as you pass. Many magnificent sightings await.

There are several distinct opportunities to explore Botswana’s wilderness that you may have yet to experience during your lavish stay in the Okavango Delta. Hence, today will be dedicated to discovering the surrounding splendor uniquely, beginning with an enchanting galavant across the delta’s glassy waterways in a traditional mokoro, or dugout canoe. Frogs of all shades will leap near the river banks and vibrant waterbirds will soar over the glimmering blue ribbons of water as you encounter the Okavango’s small and fascinating creatures. Wonderful birding and fabulous fishing opportunities today will complete a marvelous stay in Botswana.

Heading for Seychelles, you will make a pleasurable pitstop in South Africa’s famous “City of Gold,” Johannesburg. The massive African city is a vibrant and buzzing cosmopolitan capturing the Rainbow Nation’s diversity and presenting elegance across its modern sky-scraper speckled skyline in which you will indulge. You may visit Soweto, the nearby township, to submerge yourself in the local culture, tucking into traditional Shisa Nyama, flame-grilled meat, and viewing museums housing memories of the country’s remarkable history. You may also treat yourself to five-star dining in Joburg’s Michelin-starred chef hosted hotspots.

You will spend the remainder of your African vacation in style at a palatial accommodation stationed on one of Seychelles’ premier islands, Mahe. Dense tropical rainforests carpet Mahe’s untouched interior, and sweeping pearl-white shores hug its rugged coastline, composing a blend of breathtaking sceneries for you to swoon over during your stay. You will find comfort in your postcard-perfect getaway nestled near the quiet town of Victoria, where you will be introduced to local life through decadent bites of traditional cuisine and cultural experiences in and around town.

As the sun breaks over the horizon, you will wake up to witness staggering sunrise vistas of the sparkling seascape from your isolated suite tucked beneath the shady trees dotting the hillside. After breakfast, you will join professional scuba instructors on the beach and be whisked away to thriving coral reefs, where you will have the pleasure of swimming with the colorful marine life. Mesmerizing schools of fish will glide through the sea with the tides as though they are floating on invisible underwater clouds, and vivid multi-colored coral will dance along the reef as the swells ebb and flow.

You may discover Mahe Island or spend the day soaking up the sunshine on its spellbinding beaches at your leisure today, taking your time to wallow in every pleasure presented during your lazy day in Seychelles. Whether you wish to lounge on recliners under shady trees hemming the beach or snorkel over reefs brimming with fluorescent marine life, Mahe Island is a treasure trove of highlights yearning to be explored. You will bathe in balmy waters and capture marvelous images of your divine paradise surroundings as the day slowly drifts on by.

Your 5-star accommodation nestled in the luxuriant forested hills of Seychelles will invite you to rediscover the relaxation of time away from home as you relish several soothing and rejuvenating spa therapies in private, open-air pavilions circled by lush greenery. Private gardens where you may sip on perfectly brewed cups of herbal tea and personal masseuses committed to your spa needs ensure that this tailored spa experience is second to none. In the evening, you will conclude your refreshing day with sumptuous culinary spoils prepared exclusively for you by your private chef.

Your glamorous Seychelles resort, nestled within an emerald forest flanking the island’s sea, is as much centered around luxury living as it is wellbeing. Today, you will revel in holistic health activities designed to revitalize your mind and body, beginning with a calming guided meditation. After successfully centering yourself, you will join Hatha Yoga and Qi Gong specialists on an open-air patio enwreathed by the forest. Within the wilderness, you will practice several poses and flow into numerous movements focusing on supporting your mental and physical health. It is a remarkable way to reconnect and prepare for your flight home tomorrow.

It will be hard to give up views of sparkling sapphire seas, rolling emerald hills, and glossy white-sand beaches. However, you will have a few more moments amidst the scenic splendor to bask in this morning. You will cherish your final slow morning in paradise from your secluded balcony overlooking the pristine shores wrapping around Mahe’s rugged and unspoiled coastline. After savoring a scrumptious breakfast spread prepared by your award-winning chef, you will collect your things and transfer to the airport for your first-class airplane flight home.