Classic Safaris
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The Namib Desert receives the least amount of precipitation of any place on the planet — less than one inch of rain per year!
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Our Classic Safaris are the legendary journeys of a bygone era. Each one offers an impressive balance of the features we emphasize on all of our safaris -- exploration, learning, and observation.
A Classic Safari can include many delights. Like an incomparable hot-air balloon safari at dawn, over the silent and striking Namib Desert. Or hiking in the ruggedly beautiful Chimanimani Mountains, an enthralling wilderness of rocks, caves, and waterfalls. For the culturally inquisitive, an expedition to a remote Himba village in Kaokaland. And for our confident (fearless) guests, tracking dangerous predators on a walking safari, or canoeing through the crocodile and hippo choked waters of the mighty Zambezi will never be forgotten.
A Classic Safari gives you the opportunity to develop new insights, learn about new cultures, observe wildlife habits and habitats, and explore the scenic wonders you’ve heard so much about.
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A great introduction to southern Africa, for those who want to explore scenic wonders, and observe fascinating culture and wildlife. The barren Makgadikgadi Pans are markedly different from the lush, subtropical paradise of the Okavango Delta. For pure excitement, we'll paddle a mokoro (dugout canoe) through the "Islands of Africa," and explore the stark beauty of Etosha Pan and the Namib Desert. We also examine the cultural traditions of Kgalagadi and Kavangoland. At the end of each day, we relax in comfort in exclusive camps and lodges. This safari includes visits to Bwabwata National Park, Etosha National Park, Linyati Reserve, Makgadikgadi Pans, Moremi Reserve, and the Namib Desert.
An ideal safari for those who want to explore dramatic landscapes, and observe fascinating culture and wildlife. The dry Kalahari Desert is quite different from the lush, subtropical paradise of the Greater St. Lucia Wetlands. We’ll examine the cultural traditions of Kgalagadi and KwaZulu Natal. For pure excitement, we’ll walk with a Shangaan Ranger, following the trail of a pride of lions, and paddle a mokoro (dugout canoe) through the Okavango Delta. At night we relax in comfort in exclusive, luxurious safari lodges. This safari includes visits to Chobe Reserve, Kruger National Park, Linyati Reserve, Moremi Reserve, the Drakensburg Mountains, and the Kalahari Desert.
This safari combines unique attractions from two of our favorite countries. We explore dramatic landscapes, discover unique cultures, and observe diverse wildlife. The Zambezi River Valley features Victoria Falls and Lake Kariba, and provides a lush contrast to the stark beauty of Etosha Pan and the Namib Desert. We visit rural villages in Kavangoland, Manicaland, and Matabeleland. At the end of each day, we relax in luxury tented camps and exclusive, luxurious safari lodges. This itinerary features Bwabwata National Park, Etosha National Park, Hwange National Park, Matopos National Park, and Matusadona National Park, as well as the Namib Desert, Sossusvlei and Victoria Falls.
The Zambezi Valley features Victoria Falls and Lake Kariba, and provides a lush contrast to the dry Busanga Plains, the timeless magic of Mana Pools, and the enthralling wilderness of the ruggedly beautiful Chimanimani Mountains. We track dangerous predators on a walking safari, canoe through the crocodile and hippo infested waters of the mighty Zambezi River, and visit rural villages in Manicaland and Matabeleland. In the evening, we relax in comfort in classic tented camps and exclusive safari lodges. This itinerary includes Hwange National Park, Lower Zambezi National Park, Mana Pools National Park, Matusadona National Park, and South Luangwa National Park, as well as the incomparable Victoria Falls.
An ideal safari for those who want to explore dramatic landscapes, and observe fascinating culture and wildlife. The dry Kalahari Desert is quite different from the lush, subtropical paradise of the Greater St. Lucia Wetlands. We'll examine the cultural traditions of Kgalagadi and KwaZulu Natal. For pure excitement, we'll walk with a Shangaan Ranger, following the trail of a pride of lions, and paddle a mokoro (dugout canoe) through the Okavango Delta. At night we relax in comfort in exclusive, luxurious safari lodges. This safari includes visits to Chobe Reserve, Kruger National Park, Linyati Reserve, Moremi Reserve, the Drakensburg Mountains, and the Kalahari Desert.
Etosha National Park
The Zambezi Valley features Victoria Falls and Lake Kariba, and provides a lush contrast to the dry Busanga Plains, the timeless magic of Mana Pools, and the enthralling wilderness of the ruggedly beautiful Chimanimani Mountains. We track dangerous predators on a walking safari, canoe through the crocodile and hippo infested waters of the mighty Zambezi River, and visit rural villages in Manicaland and Matabeleland. In the evening, we relax in comfort in classic tented camps and exclusive safari lodges. This itinerary includes Hwange National Park, Lower Zambezi National Park, Mana Pools National Park, Matusadona National Park, and South Luangwa National Park, as well as the incomparable Victoria Falls.