Curated by Kaikai
Extraordinary African Experiences
Hand-crafted escapes across Southern Africa: from soft-life weekends and private safaris to soul-deep retreats under desert skies.
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Where everyone is going
Ghanzi, BotswanaGhanzi – Kalahari Slow
A working farm on the edge of the Kalahari, tracking with San guides, and nights so dark you can read by the Milky Way. The cheapest way to feel very far away.
FromBWP 4,600per person
Hwange, ZimbabweHwange – Elephant Season
The dry months pull thousands of elephants to the pans, and there are few better places on earth to sit still and watch. Two nights, one hide, endless coffee.
FromBWP 15,800per person
Gaborone, BotswanaGaborone – Home Ground Weekend
A city break for people who live here. Gallery mornings, a supper club, and a night somewhere that is not your own bed. Two nights, no flights.
FromBWP 3,400per person
Livingstone, ZambiaLivingstone – Falls and Fire
The Zambian side of the falls, a gorge swing if you are brave, and a river sunset that ends every argument about where to go next.
FromBWP 11,200per person
Tofo, MozambiqueTofo – Ocean Weekend
Warm water, whale sharks if the season is kind, and grilled prawns eaten with your hands. Mozambique with the volume turned down.
FromBWP 12,500per person
Drakensberg, South AfricaDrakensberg – Mountain Reset
Three days of walking, cold mornings, and the kind of quiet that only exists above a certain altitude. Bring layers and an appetite.
FromBWP 7,400per person
Zanzibar, TanzaniaZanzibar – Salt and Spice
Stone Town on foot, a spice farm lunch, and three nights on the east coast doing nothing more strenuous than deciding when to swim.
FromBWP 24,000per person
Franschhoek, South AfricaFranschhoek – Table for Two Days
A wine tram, three long lunches, and a valley that has quietly become one of the best places to eat on the continent. No hiking boots required.
FromBWP 9,800per person
Sossusvlei, NamibiaSossusvlei – Dune Light
Climb Big Daddy before the heat, watch the light move across Deadvlei, then do very little for the rest of the day. Namibia at its most photographed, and still worth it.
FromBWP 21,000per person
Okavango Delta, BotswanaOkavango Delta – Water and Wing
Mokoro at dawn, a light aircraft transfer over the floodplains, and two nights where the only schedule is the water level. For travellers who want the Delta without the multi-week itinerary.
FromBWP 18,500per person
Makgadikgadi Pans, Botswana5.0(61)Makgadikgadi – Salt Pan Goddess Experience
Connect with the ancient rhythms of the earth in the surreal landscapes of the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans. A mystical journey for the soul-seeker and earth-lover.
FromBWP 3,800per person
Lobatse, Botswana4.8(52)Lobatse – Mini Retreat
A short but transformative escape near Lobatse. Focus on mindfulness, connection, and restoration in a peaceful setting away from the crowds.
FromBWP 1,800per person
Maun, Botswana4.9(74)Maun – Safari Chic Girls' Getaway
The ultimate safari experience with style. Combine luxury tented camps, wildlife encounters, and quality time with your best girls in the heart of the Okavango Delta.
FromBWP 4,500per person
Kasane, Botswana / Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe5.0(86)Kasane/Victoria Falls – Wonder Woman Reset
An empowering adventure combining the majesty of Victoria Falls with adrenaline-pumping activities. Perfect for women ready to reconnect with their strength and wild spirit.
FromBWP 3,200per person
Cape Town, South Africa4.9(128)Cape Town – Soft Life Weekend
A rejuvenating weekend escape in Cape Town focusing on relaxation, self-care, and the finer things in life. Experience luxury spas, serene beaches, and the laid-back vibes of the Mother City.
FromBWP 2,500per person