LUXURY SAFARI WITH SISTERHOOD TRAVELS
October 15 - 28, 2026
A soul-stirring luxury safari
across Southern Africa
There are some journeys we take for fun, and there are others that change us forever. This is one of those journeys. Our Luxury Safari with Sisterhood Travels is more than just a bucket list trip: it’s an extraordinary, soul-stirring experience crafted exclusively for women over 45 who are ready to explore the heart of Africa in comfort, connection, and confidence.
From the moment we land in Johannesburg, we’re stepping into a world that’s wild, luxurious, and deeply meaningful. Over the next two weeks, we’ll witness the thunder of Victoria Falls, sip wine in the shadow of Table Mountain, and cruise through the golden waters of the Chobe River at sunset. We’ll connect with local communities, hear the drumbeat of ancient traditions, and lock eyes with elephants, lions, and leopards in the wild. This isn’t a tourist’s safari—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime luxury African safari for women, curated for those who crave authenticity, beauty, and deeper connection.
With just 16 women in our group, this is an intimate, all-inclusive experience that blends five-star accommodations with the kind of moments that stay with you forever—sunrise game drives through the Kapama Private Game Reserve, dinner on the Zambezi River, and quiet time on your private terrace where the African sky feels close enough to touch. This trip is ideal for solo women travelers, whether you’re venturing out on your own for the first time or you’re a seasoned explorer, you’ll feel welcomed, safe, and instantly connected to a supportive group of like-minded women. We specialize in luxury safaris for solo female travelers who are ready to say yes to something extraordinary.
This is Africa through the eyes of The Sisterhood: unfiltered, unforgettable, and undeniably empowering. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to say yes to yourself, to experience the magic of Africa, and to be part of something truly exceptional… the time is now.
Destination Highlights
- Botswana
- Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
- Cape Town
- Kapama Private Game Reserve
OUR ITINERARY
October 15, 2026
Welcome to Johannesburg! Upon arrival, go through passport control, collect your luggage, and proceed through customs. You’ll be able to easily walk to our hotel which is conveniently located outside of the international arrivals hall where our Tour Director will meet you to assist with check-in. Rest, relax and rejuvenate before we meet tonight for a very special private performance of Gumboot Dancers and Zulu performers during our vibrant and memorable welcome reception. (Welcome Reception is included today)
Hotel: Intercontinental Johannesburg O.R. Tambo
October 16, 2026
After breakfast, we’ll check out of our hotel and walk to the airport terminal to check in for our group flight to Kasane. Upon arrival, we’ll be transferred to our lodge where we’ll check in for two nights. We’ll enjoy lunch before departing for our afternoon game activity, a sunset boat cruise on the Chobe River where you’ll have the chance of seeing copious game such as hippos, elephants, and crocodile, as well as abundant bird life. Later, we’ll return to our lodge for dinner. (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)
Hotel: Chobe Bakwena Lodge
October 17, 2026
Today, we’ll enjoy a morning game drive in the Chobe National Park and later, a boat cruise game activity in the afternoon. In your downtime, you might choose to take part in our lodge’s guided bicycle tours or village walks where you can learn about and experience the local customs and culture of the Kazangula community.
This afternoon, we’ll also have a visit to the Vuche Vuche Basket Weavers where we’ll connect with local craftsmanship in a meaningful way. (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)
Hotel: Chobe Bakwena Lodge
October 18, 2026
After our morning game drive and breakfast, we’ll check out and be transferred across the border to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Be sure to have your $30.00 in cash to pay for your single-entry visa at the border. We’ll check into our deluxe rooms at our 5-star lodge, our home for the next few nights. Late this afternoon, we’ll head to the Zambezi River for an unforgettable luxury Sunset Dinner Cruise on the Malachite vessel where you can enjoy the abundant wildlife and the beautiful sunset scenery as well as a 3-course dinner and drinks along the way. (Breakfast and Dinner included)
Hotel: Palm River Lodge
October 19, 2026
This morning after breakfast, we’ll visit the Wild Horizons Elephant Sanctuary for an opportunity to interact with the elephants that live there. Learn about elephants as well as their history and how they came to be in the Sanctuary as well as the threats facing elephant populations today. You’ll meet the elephants at the wallow deck and have an opportunity to interact, pet, feed, and capture photo moments with the gentle giants as well as witness the special relationship the staff share with them.
Next, we’ll visit a local craft market before we experience the local culture by enjoying a home-hosted lunch in a local home. After, we’ll take a guided tour of the spectacular Victoria Falls. This evening, we’ll meet with a historian who will tell us about the fascinating life of David Livingstone before we enjoy a spectacular dinner at the Victoria Falls Theatre and a performance of “Simunye: The Spirit of Africa”. (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)
Hotel: Palm River Lodge
October 20, 2026
Today is yours to enjoy fully with your Sisters. Perhaps you’ll spend your day enjoying the remarkable luxury spa at our hotel or you may choose to participate in optional tours such as helicopter rides over the Falls. Whatever you choose, we know it will be a day to remember! (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)
Hotel: Palm River Lodge
October 21, 2026
After breakfast, we’ll transfer to the Victoria Falls Airport and check-in for our group flight to Cape Town. Upon arrival, we’ll be transferred to our hotel, which is conveniently located on the famous Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, where we’ll check-in to our beautiful rooms for the next three nights. This evening, well stroll down to the waterfront together to join for dinner at the amazing “Mozambique” restaurant. (Breakfast and Dinner included)
Hotel: Hyatt Regency Cape Town
October 22, 2026
After breakfast, we’ll visit Table Mountain via the cable car (weather permitting), the world’s new Seventh Wonder. After, we’ll take a city tour and see some of the places of interest in South Africa’s “Mother City” before proceeding to the Groot Constantia Wine Estate for lunch and wine tasting of some of their locally grown wines and a cellar tour. Last, we’ll visit Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where you can enjoy these beautiful gardens and the diverse selection of local plants and flowers. This evening is yours to spend independently with your Sisters as you dine on the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. (Breakfast and Lunch included)
Hotel: Hyatt Regency Cape Town
October 23, 2026
This morning you’re in for a treat as we travel along the beautiful coast to Hout Bay. Along the way, take in some of the most spectacular scenery the Cape Peninsula has to offer as we cruise along the rugged coastline from Hout Bay Harbour. We’ll continue driving along the spectacular Chapman’s Peak and visit Cape Point, the most south-western point of the African continent. Walk to the top of the mountain and enjoy the beautiful view of the ocean and the surrounding area, if you’re up for it.
Next, we’ll visit the local African Penguin Colony at Boulders Beach and after, enjoy lunch together at a local restaurant overlooking False Bay. This evening is yours to enjoy independently with your Sisters. (Breakfast and Lunch included).
Hotel: Hyatt Regency Cape Town
October 24, 2026
Early this morning, after breakfast, we’ll check out of our hotel and head to the Cape Town Airport for our group flight to Hoedspruit in the Greater Kruger Park. Upon arrival, we’ll be met by our game ranger who will transfer us in our open safari vehicles to our luxury 5-star lodge in the Kapama Private Game Reserve. We’ll check into our deluxe suites for the next four nights. First, we’ll enjoy lunch and then head for our first afternoon game drive. (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)
Hotel: Kapama River Lodge
October 25, 2026
Expect an early wake-up call and gather for refreshments before heading out at first light for our morning game drive. The “big cats” may still be around after their night of hunting.
Game drives are conducted in open game vehicles with our skilled ranger and tracker to find the animals of Africa for you to enjoy. Between your morning and afternoon game drives, you’ll have free time to go on a guided walking safari, or to relax and pamper yourself at the local Spa.
Late afternoon, we’ll convene for high tea, before departing for our afternoon bush safari. We’ll enjoy a sundowner drink along the way and watch the sun set before returning to the lodge for dinner. (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)
Hotel: Kapama River Lodge
October 26, 2026
Enjoy another day with morning and afternoon game drives in your open game vehicles with our skilled ranger and tracker. You’ll have time to relax and pamper yourself or participate in other optional activities. (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)
Hotel: Kapama River Lodge
October 27, 2026
Today, we have no game drives planned. You’ve earned a full day of rest and relaxation, and we can’t think of a better reward than to allow you the time to enjoy all that Kapama River Lodge has to offer including the spa, pools, and facilities. (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included)
Hotel: Kapama River Lodge
October 28, 2026
After our morning game drive and breakfast, we’ll check out and be transferred to the Hoedspruit Airport for our group flight to O.R. Tambo Johannesburg Airport for our return flights home this evening. Be sure to schedule your flight home to depart from Johannesburg after 9:00 pm. (Breakfast included)
luxury accomodations
Bakwena Lodge is an intimate, privately owned eco-lodge on the banks of the Chobe River. Acquired in 2000 as a barren soccer pitch, this piece of land has been transformed into a refuge for our guests and any wildlife that chooses to share our sanctuary. The Young’s achieved this by patiently growing their dream and re-planting the indigenous riverine woodland that guests will find here today.
The Palm River Hotel offers 73 rooms of unparalleled luxury situated along the banks of the iconic Zambezi River, among towering indigenous trees and only 4 kilometres from Africa’s Natural World Wonder, Victoria Falls.
The family-run hotel introduces a new dimension of luxury without compromising a sense of home comfort. Vast and unimpeded views of the Zambezi River are complimented by surrounding indigenous flora that encompasses a tranquil, peaceful, and private sanctuary.
Kapama Game Reserve is located in close proximity to Eastgate Airport with the lodge providing open vehicle transfers. Kapama’s location in the central Lowveld region creates the perfect base from which to explore the numerous nearby attractions.
The northern Drakensberg mountain range provides a majestic backdrop to this contemporary private game lodge in the Greater Kruger National Park region. River lodge is situated within Kapama Game Reserve, and presents the perfect blend between luxurious accommodation and with 64 bedrooms, generous bed capacity.
Each of the spacious rooms features a full en-suite bathroom and enjoy uninterrupted views of this game rich, big 5, reserve. The central guest entertainment areas include a swimming pool, lounge, bar, library, curio shop, multifunctional function venue and boma. Meals are of a buffet style and offer a variety of freshly prepared pan-African dishes.
Considered one of the finest safari spas in Africa, the Spa situated at River Lodge has six sumptuous treatment rooms in a setting surrounded by stillness and sweeping bushveld. Arranged around a generous central lap pool the spa evokes a sense of calm.
Trip Inclusions
- 13 Nights/14 days luxury and deluxe accommodations
- 33 Meals (13 Breakfasts, 10 Lunches, 10 Dinners)
- Beverages including local spirits, wine, and beer at our lodges in Chobe and Kapama
- Private game drives/activities as listed
- All sightseeing tours and exclusive activities as listed in this itinerary
- Transfers and deluxe ground transportation as included in the itinerary
- Exclusive Safari jacket and hat
- Sisterhood Travels Group Leader
- Private Tour Director throughout the trip
DEPOSITS & PAYMENTS
- Non-refundable deposit due at time of booking: $2000 per person
- 2nd Non-refundable payment due on or before February 15, 2026: $2500 per person
- 3rd Non-refundable payment due on or before May 15, 2026: $3500 per person
- Final payment due on or before July 15, 2026
important information
PLEASE READ THIS INFORMATION CAREFULLY
- There will be a maximum of 16 Sisters plus your Sisterhood Travels Group Leader. Roommate matching is available.
- International airfare is not included in your pricing. You will fly round-trip in and out of Johannesburg (JNB).
- Four (4) group Intra-Africa flights are included in your pricing: Johannesburg to Kasane; Victoria Falls to Cape Town; Cape Town to Hoedspruit; and Hoedspruit to Johannesburg. All flights are in economy class with a flight duration of no more than 2.5 hours and there are no upgrades available, nor are seating assignments available prior to the flights.
- You can arrive at any time on October 15, 2026. All departure flights on October 28, 2026, must be scheduled for 9 pm or later.
- Check-in time at our arrival hotel is at 3:00 pm.
- All international flight arrangements must be submitted to Sisterhood Travels on or before July 15, 2026. If you need help making flight arrangements, or to submit your independent flight arrangements, please click here for Airfare Information.
- Passport Information is required to be submitted to Sisterhood Travels no later than May 15, 2026. Please ensure that your passport is valid for at least six (6) months beyond your date of return and contains at least two (2) unused (blank) facing pages labeled “Visa” per country you intend to visit. Note: Visa pages referred to above do not include pages reserved for Endorsements, Amendments, or Observations. You will be refused entry into South Africa if these conditions are not met. No visa is required for US citizens to enter South Africa.
- Visas for Zimbabwe can be obtained at the airport upon arrival in Zimbabwe. U.S. passport holders must have $30 USD in cash in order to pay for your visa at that time.
- Individual gratuities for guides, trackers, restaurant staff, housekeeping, etc. are not included. We will provide you with expected tipping guidelines.
- Please don’t schedule any optional excursions on your own for this trip, as we cannot promise that you will arrive in time at any location to make your independent excursion. Sisterhood Travels won’t be liable for any expense you incur because of this.
- Travel insurance is required for this trip with a minimum of $500,000 repatriation coverage, which is not included in your pricing. We will send you a quote via email from our preferred provider, Roam Right, who offers primary coverage.
- We cannot accommodate wheelchairs, assistive devices, scooters, walkers or rollators, or Zimmer-frames. You must be able to ambulate independently with no assistance from devices or others on the trip. It is imperative that you read the activity level description below.
- There are no refunds for unused portions of this tour.
- Dates and times of itinerary as well as hotels listed are subject to change without notice due to operational, weather, or logistical reasons.
- Any optional expenses at the game reserve lodges or expenses related to anything not specifically listed in this itinerary are not included.
- Rates are guaranteed once your deposit has been received and your reservation has been confirmed by Sisterhood Travels. Until that point, pricing may change, and any increases in government taxes or fees may still apply.
- You will receive an invitation soon after you book your trip for our travel app, “Trip Plans”. You will need to download this app to your smartphone as this is where you will find the most up-to-date, accurate information regarding your itinerary in addition to all of the critical information you need to know.
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Activity Level:
Moderate
ACTIVITY LEVEL: 3 Moderate
This once-in-a-lifetime journey through Southern Africa combines the best of luxury and adventure, from the mighty Chobe River to the thundering Victoria Falls, the vineyards of Cape Town, and the wild beauty of the Greater Kruger Park. Designed for women who are comfortable with light to moderate activity, this itinerary blends exhilarating safari experiences with cultural immersion, scenic touring, and well-deserved relaxation at some of Africa’s finest lodges.
Walking & Standing
You can expect light to moderate walking on most days. City and cultural sightseeing in Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Victoria Falls includes walking through airports, gardens, museums, markets, and heritage sites, sometimes over uneven ground or cobblestone pathways. Guided tours may include periods of standing while listening to commentary, and some locations (such as Table Mountain or Cape Point) involve optional uphill walking, or short stair climbs for the best views.
Game drives are conducted in open-air 4×4 safari vehicles, which require climbing in and out using several high steps and sometimes maneuvering over seats to access the rows. Guests should be comfortable doing this several times a day. The vehicles have no doors or windows, allowing for unobstructed views and fresh air, but this also means you’ll be exposed to the elements, especially during early morning and evening drives when temperatures can be cooler.
For the sunset and river cruises, embarkation is done via stable docks, but mild balance is required when boarding or disembarking boats.
Transportation & Accessibility
You’ll travel by scheduled group flights, safari vehicles, and comfortable motorcoaches. Some airport transfers are by foot through terminals or across paved walkways, and the safari vehicles have elevated seating accessed by climbing a few high steps. Because luggage space on safari flights is limited, guests must adhere to baggage weight and size restrictions (details provided before departure).
Participants should be comfortable walking unassisted, managing their own carry-on items, and climbing in and out of vehicles without support from staff.
Pacing & Accommodations
This itinerary is designed with balance in mind. Multi-night stays at each lodge allow for rest between active days, and plenty of time is built in for spa visits, poolside relaxation, and quiet reflection. Safari days typically include early morning and late afternoon game drives with leisure time between. City days are moderately paced, offering a combination of guided touring and free time for personal exploration. All accommodations are 4.4 and 5-star luxury properties selected for comfort, service, and authentic ambiance. Most meals are included, and all activities are led by expert local guides and rangers.