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Explore South Africa with Swain Destinations

Envision your dream trip to Africa. Then let Swain Destinations create the ideal itinerary (down to the very last detail), with top-tier accommodations and enriching excursions. Featured here: a trio of South Africa adventures for those wishing to experience wildlife safaris and the rich local culture. Travelers receive one Swain Destinations duffel bag per booking.

 

Featured tours

Johannesburg, South Africa To Okavango Delta, Botswana

Ultimate Southern Africa Safari (13 days)

Available for travel through December 31, 2025 

Visit the best big game reserves in southern Africa to see the planet's most unbelievable creatures on the Ultimate Southern Africa Safari. Discover the ultimate safari experience in ultimate luxury. Staying at some of the most fabulous lodges in Africa, you will be surrounded by the African plains and big game. There will be no shortage of safari drives, relaxation, and excellence as you uncover the beauty of southern Africa.

EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
  • Roundtrip airport transfers
  • Shared light aircraft transfers in Botswana and South Africa
  • 12 nights' accommodation
  • Scheduled activities at Matesi
  • Game viewing at Sabi Sands, Linyanti, and Okavango
  • Meals: 12 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 11 dinners
VIRTUOSO EXCLUSIVE BEnefits:
  • One Swain Destinations duffel bag per booking

Virtuoso rates FROM $29,160 per person, per package
 
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Cape Town, South Africa To Johannesburg, South Africa

Eco-Luxury Sojourn in South Africa (15 days)

Available for travel through December 10, 2025

Embark on an exclusive eco-luxury vacation in South Africa. Meet the interesting Christo Brand, and visit Kirstenbosch Gardens, one of the world's most scenic botanical gardens in Cape Town. Marvel at the picturesque Cape Peninsula from high above as you sore in a helicopter along the Cape Point. Visit with African Penguins and immerse yourself in a luxury eco-reserve close to the Southern tip of Africa, tucked between mountains, forest, and sea. 

EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
  • Roundtrip airport transfers
  • 14 nights' accommodation
  • Meals: 14 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 9 dinners
  • Cape Town City, Christo Brand, and Kirstenbosch Gardens Private tour
  • Cape Peninsula Helicopter Private tour
  • Activities at Grootbos Nature Reserve
  • Winelands Grape Escape Exploration Private tour
  • Scheduled Charter flights as listed
  • Game viewing in Tswalu Kalahari Game Reserve and Sabi Sands Game Reserve
VIRTUOSO EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS:
  • One Swain Destinations duffel bag per booking

Virtuoso rates FROM $44,655 per person, per package
 
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Johannesburg, South Africa To Depart the Kalahari

Hidden Treasures of South Africa (12 days)

Available for travel through December 31, 2025 

Explore the hidden treasures of South Africa in this 11-night magical journey. Experience a 3-night soulful safari adventure at Jabulani. Soak up the charismatic flavor of the "Mother City" in Cape Town and learn about the city's many cultural influences. Venture along the picturesque Cape Peninsula, exploring the Southern tip of Africa and ending your Cape stay with the Cape Winelands.

EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
  • Roundtrip airport transfers
  • Scheduled charter flights to and from Tswalu
  • Meals: 11 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners
  • Game Activities in Kapama Private Game Reserve and Kalahari
  • Morning Cape Town City private tour
  • Full Day Cape Peninsula private tour with lunch
  • Full Day Cape Winelands private tour
VIRTUOSO EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS:​
  • One Swain Destinations duffel bag per booking

Virtuoso rates FROM $16,395 per person, per package
 
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Highlights

Ultimate Southern Africa Safari
  • Visit the best game reserves in all of southern Africa
  • Three nights and game viewing at Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve
  • Two nights at an award-winning safari lodge by Victoria Falls
  • Three nights with game viewing in Linyanti 
  • Three nights with game viewing in the Okavango Delta
Eco-Luxury Sojourn in South Africa
  • Experience Cape Town’s highlights, including Kirstenbosch Gardens
  • View the picturesque Cape Peninsula from a helicopter
  • Visit with African Penguins and immerse yourself in a luxury eco-reserve close to the Southern tip of Africa
  • Travel to the Cape Winelands
  • Track the big five in Sabi Sand Game Reserve
Hidden Treasures of South Africa
  • Recharge after your flight with one night in Johannesburg 
  • Start your journey with a three-night safari adventure at Jabulani
  • Spend four nights in Cape Town, experiencing the city's highlights
  • Venture along the picturesque Cape Peninsula and enjoy a stay in the Cape Winelands
  • End the journey at Tswalu Kalahari Reserve, home to African big game species such as lion, cheetah, wild dog, desert black rhino, and buffalo

Expert Tip

Family-owned-and-operated Swain Destinations is known for its “No Worries Mate!” service.


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