Duration
9-Day
Accra, Botswana
A 9-day trip combining the Sabi Sand Reserve in South Africa and Vilanculos on the mainland of Mozambique offers a fantastic blend of wildlife adventure and beach relaxation. A safari in Sabi Sand Reserve is a truly immersive experience that offers one of the best wildlife viewing opportunities in the world. Located adjacent to Kruger National Park in South Africa, Sabi Sand is renowned for its exceptional game viewing, particularly for the Big Five (lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant, and rhino).
Plan snapshot
Duration
9-Day
Route
Johannesburg to Johannesburg
Via Sabi Sands, Vilanculos (Town & Beach)
Country & park
Botswana
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
6 years
Activities
game drives, walking safaris (with an armed guide) & beach time
Accommodation
Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge - Luxury+ lodge inside Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger, South Africa) – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included; Meals at Own Expense
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This luxury tour uses lodges and resorts.
This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
The minimum age for this tour is 6 years.
Day 1-4
Luxury+ lodge inside Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger, South Africa) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5-8
Luxury resort in Vilanculos (Town & Beach, Mozambique) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 9
(No accommodation)
Meals at Own Expense
Tour step
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Today, you'll take a charter flight from Johannesburg Airport to the Kruger region. Upon arrival at Johannesburg, you'll be escorted to the Federal Air terminal counter, followed by a brief 10-minute shuttle ride to the Federal Air private lounge. Here, you'll find washroom and shower facilities, a safari boutique, complimentary refreshments, and Wi-Fi. From the lounge, you’ll walk directly to the runway to board your scheduled charter flight to Arathusa Airstrip in the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve. Shuttle Charter Departures: - Depart Johannesburg 11h30 / Arrive Arathusa Airstrip 13h00 - Depart Johannesburg 13h00 / Arrive Arathusa Airstrip 14h30 Note: Departure and arrival times may vary up to one hour, with possible stops. Upon landing, your guide will meet you and drive you to Chitwa Chitwa Lodge, where you'll spend 4 nights in a Luxury Suite on a fully-inclusive basis. Luxury+ lodge inside Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger, South Africa) All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Day 5
You'll transfer by road back to the Arathusa Airstrip for your private charter flight to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, where you'll check in for your flight to Vilanculos Airport. Upon landing in Mozambique, after clearing immigration, collecting baggage, and passing through customs, you'll proceed to the arrivals hall. A representative holding a sign with your name will be waiting to assist you. You'll then be escorted on a 25 to 30-minute road transfer from the airport to Santorini, Mozambique. Enjoy 4 nights at Santorini in the Main Villa on a fully-inclusive basis. Special Value Add-On: Enjoy a complimentary private snorkeling excursion to Magaruque Island aboard one of Santorini's boats. This includes a picnic lunch, refreshments, and an optional stop at Pansy Island and park fees. Welcome spa treatment - choose between a 15-minute hand or foot ritual treatment at Spa na Colina On-site activities not included (additional cost): e.g. Horse safaris, kite surfing etc. Luxury resort in Vilanculos (Town & Beach, Mozambique) All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Day 9
Enjoy a last activity or morning at leisure before your road transfer to Vilanculos Airport in time for your regional flight back to Johannesburg. Meals at own expense Drinks not included
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All flights during the tour
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Offered by
“Founded in 2005, Safari Online is a small, owner-run Tour Operator with 80 years of combined experience in the tourism industry. We are a family of passionate individuals who love Africa – its people, wildlife and natural landscapes – and are based in Cape Town which makes planning an African Safari Holiday easy for us. We have local, up-to-date knowledge, the right contacts and same-time replies. And if you need real-time assistance when you’re on tour, we’re right here for you.”
Office In
South Africa
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2005)
Member Of
Southern Africa Tourism Services Association
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Botswana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5My wife and I returned recently from a safari trip arranged by Safari-online and we both enthusiastically tell our friends that this was the trip of a lifetime. We began planning in 2024 by working with our operator, Ilona Biagio. Ilona met with us twice by remote video calls. She took the time to get to know us and find out exactly what we like and know. She had questions for us and did not try to "sell' us a package before she figured out the perfect customized itinerary. I highly recommend to future customers that you begin your journey by meeting with the tour operator face-to-face. Ilona then put together two options and then considering what she knew about us, she guided us to the best option. One more thing: at some point she learned that 2025 was our 20th wedding anniversary, so at each destination, the camp staff did something special for us. We were truely touched. Thank you, Ilona! Safari-Online works with Desert and Delta Safari tours. D & D Safari is also a highly professional team that made our experience rich and safe. The accomodations were over the top. The food was amazing. The staff are unforgettable. Thank you, Safari-online and Desert and Delta
AJ and Cathy · United States
I cannot say enough good things about my experience with Safari Online! From start to finish, everything was seamless, well-organized, and beyond our expectations. The communication before the trip was prompt and helpful, and Ilona made us feel comfortable throughout the process. Ilona is incredibly knowledgeable, and passionate about curating the perfect itinerary her clients and we felt that every step of the way. She truly is the safari specialist. The communication was frequent at some points, and promptly responses. Before we were set to embark on our trip, she was in constant contact with us and even made us a digital visual of our itinerary to get us even more excited! If you're considering booking a safari trip, don’t hesitate—just go for it! I would recommend Safari Online and Ilona to absolutely everyone. It was hands down one of the best travel experiences we've ever had.
Priyanka · United States
We recently returned from a breathtaking safari across Botswana and Zimbabwe, masterfully organized by Safari Online. The process from start to finish was smooth, personal, and incredibly detailed. Our coordinator, Lindsey Calldo, deserves special recognition. She listened closely to our interests—especially my goal of photographing wildlife—and crafted an itinerary that maximized exposure to Botswana’s stunningly diverse ecosystems. Each lodge—Camp Moremi, Leroo La Tau, Camp Okavango, and Savute Safari Lodge—was handpicked for its setting, comfort, and wildlife access. The trip flowed beautifully from wetlands to woodlands to riverine forests, giving us ideal conditions for photography, relaxation, and immersive game drives. Over the course of two weeks, we saw elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos, buffalo, crocodiles, monitor lizards, mongooses, warthogs, cheetahs, lions, leopards, serval cat, every antelope species imaginable, and an astonishing variety of birdlife—from fish eagles and lilac-breasted rollers to ground hornbills and African jacanas. Each day offered a new highlight, framed by dramatic landscapes, fiery sunsets, and guides who knew exactly how to position us for the perfect shot. What really sets Safari Online apart is their depth of experience and responsiveness. Every transfer, lodge detail, and logistical nuance was handled with precision. Lindsey’s recommendations for Desert & Delta Safaris properties were spot-on and added real value to our journey. If you're a photographer, wildlife enthusiast, or someone seeking a tailor-made safari that feels truly cared for—Safari Online is the team to trust. We returned with not just unforgettable memories, but a portfolio of images we’ll cherish forever.
Ken · United States
South Africa has always been a lifetime bucket list. I found Safari Online from searching the internet and reading some reviews. Within 24 hours I was talking to Vansheree. What an absolute pleasure! Vansheree made my entire experience from start to finish effortless. Her experience of actually staying where she was recommending was instrumental in the success of my adventure. 5 Star communication, punctual, value for money. I’m already looking at my next trip! Thamabati in the Greater Kruger was the highlight of my trip, small group, wonderful staff and lots of animals to see. Vansheree organised my entire trip, I felt safe travelling with my best friend, who is also female. I can not thank Vansheree enough from the bottom of my heart, you have fulfilled a lifetime dream.
Alison Wark · Australia
Practical answers
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 6 years and older.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge - Luxury+ lodge inside Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger, South Africa) – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included
This tour starts and ends in Johannesburg
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
This tour is offered by Safari Online, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Safari Online.
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