Bush and Beach: Big 5 Safari and Romance on the Beach
13 Days in Botswana & Seychelles
What You Can Look Forward To
Want to experience the best of both worlds? Combine bush and beach in one unforgettable African holiday. You'll start in Botswana's Okavango Delta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa's Seven Natural Wonders. Here, the soundtrack of your days is the call of birds and the rumble of elephants, with the Big 5 never far away.
After a convenient overnight in Johannesburg, you'll jet off to the Seychelles for a full week of sun-drenched island bliss. Think warm turquoise water, palm-fringed beaches and easy access to world‑class snorkelling and diving. It's the perfect pairing: thrilling wildlife by day and romantic ocean sunsets by night.
4 Nights in Okavango Delta
BOTSWANA'S CROWNING GLORY
If the weird and wonderful wild is where you want to be, the puzzling water wonderland of the Okavango Delta will deliver. It's here that your soul will find rest, and your inner adventurer will be delighted at the new sights and sounds around every corner. From bushwalks, boat cruises, game drives and mokoro (dug-out canoe) safaris, you'll get to see this paradise from every vantage point.
Falling under Bostwana's legislation, homosexuality is legal as of 2019. They even have some discrimination protection in place for LGBT residents. Although they only recently legalised homosexuality, Botswana and especially the Okavango Delta have been and continue to be very gay-friendly tourist destinations.
Besides, Botswana is very sparsely populated with humans but packed with wildlife, so you only really have to care about the latter. And guess what? They don't care whom you love!
1 Night in Johannesburg
Why You'll Love it
AFRICA'S CONCRETE JUNGLE
The ideal stayover on your trip to Africa, Johannesburg is home to the largest airport on the African continent. Because of its thriving mining activities, this urban playground is fondly nicknamed 'Egoli', which means 'the City of Gold'. It is a bustling city with many great accommodation options and endless high-end shopping and entertainment opportunities.
Very modern yet steeped in history, you can experience all the luxury and culture in this economic hub. Because of the prominent airport, you can fly directly from Johannesburg to most major destinations.
7 Nights in Seychelles
Free Island Living
Ah, Seychelles. The island dreams are made of. And since same-sex sexual activity was declared legal back in 2016, you can walk down the beaches holding hands without a care in the world.
However, although the law might be on your side here, it is important to note that the local population might feel differently. Therefore, it is always best to check with your travel consultant and stick to areas where you can express yourself freely without disapproving glances.
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