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Southern Africa desert and savannah

🦓 Southern Africa

Wilderness, Deltas
& Desert Skies

8 Destinations South Africa · Botswana · Namibia · Zambia · Zimbabwe · Mozambique Best May – Oct

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Okavango Delta
Botswana's pristine wetland — Africa's most exclusive safari destination
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Namib Desert
The world's oldest desert with the tallest sand dunes on earth
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Victoria Falls
"The Smoke that Thunders" — one of the Seven Natural Wonders
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Cape Peninsula
Table Mountain, penguin colonies & the world's most scenic coastline

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Countries We Cover

South Africa

Cape Town's Table Mountain, Kruger National Park's Big Five, the Garden Route's coastal beauty, and Stellenbosch's world-class wine estates — South Africa has it all.

Safari Wine Mountains Beaches

Botswana

Africa's Premier Safari

The Okavango Delta's crystal-clear waterways, Chobe's massive elephant herds, and the vast salt pans of Makgadikgadi — Botswana is safari perfection.

Okavango Elephants Luxury Safari

Namibia

Land of Extremes

Sossusvlei's towering red dunes, Etosha's waterhole wildlife, the Skeleton Coast's haunting beauty, and the desert-adapted elephants of Damaraland.

Dunes Desert Etosha

Zambia

Walking Safari Capital

Victoria Falls' thunderous majesty, South Luangwa's walking safaris, Lower Zambezi's canoe adventures, and some of Africa's most authentic wildlife experiences.

Victoria Falls Walking Safari Zambezi

Zimbabwe

Warm Heart of Africa

Victoria Falls from the Zimbabwean side, Hwange's vast elephant population, Mana Pools' wilderness canoeing, and the Great Zimbabwe Ruins.

Victoria Falls Elephants Ancient Ruins

Mozambique

Indian Ocean Paradise

The Bazaruto Archipelago's pristine coral reefs, Quirimbas' deserted beaches, and fresh seafood served on white sands — Mozambique is Africa's best-kept beach secret.

Beaches Diving Islands

Southern Africa Tours

Featured Journeys

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Okavango Delta

Most Popular

Southern Africa · Botswana

Okavango Delta Luxury Safari

Explore the world's largest inland delta by mokoro canoe, track big game on guided walks, and stay in award-winning eco-lodges.

Namib Desert

Bucket List

Southern Africa · Namibia

Namibian Desert & Safari Odyssey

Sossusvlei's red dunes, Skeleton Coast shipwrecks, Etosha's waterhole wildlife, and desert-adapted elephants.

Cape Town

Best Value

Southern Africa · South Africa

Cape Town & Kruger Safari

Table Mountain cableway, Cape Peninsula penguins, Stellenbosch wine tasting, and Big Five game drives in Kruger.

Travel Essentials

Know Before You Go

✈️ Getting There

Major hubs: Johannesburg (JNB), Cape Town (CPT), Windhoek (WDH), Maun (MUB)

Direct flights from Europe, US, and major African cities

Pier One arranges all inter-camp flights and charter transfers

🌡️ Best Time to Visit

May – October (dry season): peak wildlife viewing across all countries

November – April (green season): birdwatching, lower prices, lush landscapes

Victoria Falls highest water flow: February – May

💉 Health & Visas

No yellow fever required for most Southern African countries (except if transiting through risk zones)

South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe all offer e-visas or visa-free for many nationalities

Malaria prophylaxis recommended for northern regions (Kruger, Okavango, Zambezi Valley)

🦺 Safari Safety

All Pier One safaris use experienced, licensed guides with first-aid training

Comprehensive travel insurance with medical evacuation included

24/7 on-ground support throughout your Southern African itinerary

Discover the Wild Heart of the South

From the Okavango's crystal waters to the Namib's ancient dunes, Southern Africa awaits. Let Pier One craft your perfect journey.

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