The well-maintained Garden Route winds from the Witsands whale-birthing haven, along white-sand beaches, through geological red sandstone formations, and old-growth forests. Enjoy blue skies, mountain vistas, ostrich antics, and local hospitality.

The safari adventurer has numerous opportunities to get close to local wildlife in an intimate way not possible in the crowded, tourist-packed, parks of the Serengeti. The Kruger National Park limits the number of people that can enter at one time, ensuring that each of the guests in the privately owned luxury camps has a unique opportunity to view the African animals in their native environment. Because the park’s inhabitants are not exposed to large numbers of tourists, each encounter is more authentic and exciting than those in more populated areas.

In Botswana, the Okavango River drains inland to form the Okavango Delta, one of the largest inland deltas in the world. It is a 6000-square-mile labyrinth of lagoons, channels, and islands that is called “the river that never reaches the sea.” It houses a profusion of wildlife: hippopotamuses, elephants, water buffalo, impala, kudu, and more. The papyrus stands along its borders are home to more than three-hundred-and-fifty species of birds. The government grants private concessions inside Okavango, including exclusive safari camps. These safaris restrict the number of guests to as few as twelve, which permits outstanding wildlife viewing opportunities in a natural, unspoiled environment.

At First Cabin, our well-experienced, professional guides lead you to South Africa’s hidden treasures as well as a new appreciation of local culture and traditions. Travel in confidence, knowing we’ve smoothed your way. Since 1989, First Cabin has provided the finest in luxury tours. Both group and custom tours are available.