A&K Sanctuary Botswana Safari and Victoria Falls

The local Lozi name it the “Smoke that Thunders” — a wholly fitting epithet for Africa’s liquid marvel, where the Zambezi River roars 300 feet down a chasm on its zigzagging course between Zambia and Zimbabwe. Set out on a guided walking tour of the falls, taking in the magnificent rainbows and towers of mist as the Zambezi tumbles into the chasm below, before delving into the wildlife-rich forests of Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park on a shared game drive and visiting Nakatindi Village to see a local project supported by A&K Philanthropy.

Next up is Chobe National Park, a great patchwork of deep, dense forest, sprawling wetlands and zebra-grazed grasslands. Be it at dawn or dusk, wildlife photographers come in the hope of spotting the park’s starry cast of wildlife. Journey overland to your lodge arriving in time for lunch. Settle in and relax before afternoon game viewing. Chobe Chilwero Lodge is a luxurious retreat in the heart of the bush, located on the edge of Chobe National Park, with panoramic views over the Chobe River and floodplain below.

From Kasane Airport, fly by bush plane to Baines' Lodge in the Okavango Delta in time for lunch. Afterward, head out on a game drive for your first encounter with the incredible biological diversity supported by this vast seasonal wetland, the largest inland delta in the world, which attracts species from the entire region. Along with elephants, lions and Cape buffalo, cheetahs and spotted hyenas also make the scene, and your adept expert guide keeps you in the heart of the action.

Venture out on morning and afternoon game drives to watch nature’s drama play out before your eyes. You may opt to swap out one drive for a walking safari or a seasonal mokoro excursion — gliding quietly among the channels of water, watching hippos, frogs and more — or enhance your evening with a night drive followed by some guided stargazing, all activities included with your stay, and in some cases only possible because Baines' Lodge is located on a private concession.

Fly by bush plane to your next stay, extraordinary Chief’s Camp, located on an island in Moremi Game Reserve, possibly the most wildlife-rich region in all of Africa. Widely acknowledged as the “Predator Capital of Africa,” this is one of the best places in Botswana to see big game — lions, leopards, elephants and Cape buffalo. The camp features ten stylish bush pavilions each with a private dining area, tranquil outside seating area and a terrace pool — all perfect for absorbing the surrounding plains and majestic African skies. View game with your experienced guides or watch life unfold from your private viewing deck.