Wilderness Air Cessna 208 above the channels of the Okavango Delta
South AfricaBotswana11 days

South Africa and Botswana with Wilderness lodges – Linyanti, Chitabe and the Okavango Delta

Three Wilderness lodges in the Okavango Delta with a Cessna 208 in between. At either end we give you two quiet days in Johannesburg.

An 11-day trip to South Africa and Botswana by Cessna 208 Caravan. Accommodation: Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Wilderness King's Pool, Wilderness Chitabe and Wilderness Vumbura Plains South. From €16,495 (per person in a double room, incl. business class flight from Germany).

From Johannesburg we take you deep into Botswana: first King's Pool on the Linyanti, then Chitabe on the floodplain, and finally Vumbura Plains South in the northern Okavango Delta. The lodges lie far enough apart that each leg is a flight in a Wilderness Air Cessna 208, low over channels and islands. We begin and end your journey at the Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff above the hills of Johannesburg.

WHO IS THIS FOR?

Luxury Travelers
For Passengers

ITINERARY

A journey in chapters

Airbus A350-900 von Turkish Airlines im Flug
DAY 1

Business class scheduled flight to Johannesburg

We fly you with Turkish Airlines in business class from Germany via Istanbul to Johannesburg. The long leg is overnight, so you sleep on board.

Terrasse des Four Seasons The Westcliff mit Blick über Johannesburg
DAY 2

Arrival in Johannesburg

After landing we collect you and take you to the Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff. Unwind first, by the pool or in the spa.

Embraer 190 von Airlink im Flug
DAY 3

Via Maun to the Linyanti

Breakfast at the hotel, then we drive you to the airport. Airlink takes you to Maun, and from there a Wilderness Air Cessna 208 flies on to Linyanti, where a transfer to King's Pool Lodge is waiting. Your first game drive in the evening.

Elefanten an einem Wasserloch bei der King's Pool Lodge
DAY 4

Lions, leopards, herds of elephant

The second game drive follows first thing in the morning. Lions, leopards and herds of elephant come very close. Afterwards a short siesta, and in the evening you eat around the fire under an open sky.

Gepard vor einem Safarifahrzeug bei der Chitabe Lodge
DAY 5

On to Chitabe Lodge

After breakfast we take you to the airstrip, on to Chitabe airstrip and from there to Chitabe Lodge. Lunch and a short siesta. In the evening you head out in an open 4x4 to follow the tracks. The guides here are trained to put photographers in the best position for the right light.

Chitabe Lodge – Terrasse auf Holzstegen über der Flutebene
DAY 6

Sunrise over the floodplain

Sunrise and a game drive in the morning, back at the lodge at midday for lunch and time for a siesta. The luxury tents and main areas, comprehensively refurbished in 2025, stand on raised wooden walkways. From your deck or from a dedicated hide you look straight onto the floodplain and a waterhole that regularly draws elephants and lions.

Blick über die Wasserarme des Okavango-Deltas bei Vumbura Plains
DAY 7

Into the northern Okavango Delta

Breakfast, then on to Chitabe airstrip and further to Vumbura airstrip, from where a transfer takes you to Vumbura Plains South Lodge. Lunch, and a game drive in the afternoon.

Gäste im Safarifahrzeug beobachten Elefanten bei Vumbura Plains
DAY 8

Predators and a view from above

First thing in the morning you head out in a specialised 4x4, with the chance of lions, leopards, cheetahs and elephants. If you would like to see the delta from above, we will book you a helicopter flight as well.

Embraer 190 von Airlink auf dem Vorfeld
DAY 9

Back to Johannesburg

After breakfast it is on to Vumbura airstrip and back to Maun by Cessna 208, then on to Johannesburg with Airlink. We take you back to the Four Seasons The Westcliff. Enjoy your last evening in South Africa.

Business-Class-Sitz von Turkish Airlines im Schlafmodus
DAY 10

Johannesburg and the flight home

Breakfast at the hotel, and the day is yours. In the evening we drive you to Johannesburg airport, from where you fly back to Germany. If you would like to stay on, we add Cape Town, Mauritius or the Seychelles.

Antilopen im Abendlicht der Vumbura-Ebene
DAY 11

Arrival or onward journey

You arrive in Germany, or your beach extension begins.

THE HOUSES

Where you stay

The Four Seasons The Westcliff terraced into the hillside above Johannesburg

Johannesburg

Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff

Location

The hotel is terraced into the Westcliff ridge above Johannesburg, looking out over the zoo and the city's tree canopy. For you it is the arrival and departure point of the journey, the calm stop between long-haul flight and bush plane.

The house

A cluster of buildings in warm colours, linked by stairways, courtyards and gardens. Your room or suite has its own terrace, alongside pools, a spa and several restaurant terraces looking out across the city.

Four Seasons The Westcliff – room with seating area
Four Seasons The Westcliff – suite bedroom with terrace door
Four Seasons The Westcliff – living area of a suite
Four Seasons The Westcliff – entrance under the colonnade
Four Seasons The Westcliff – pool
Pool of King's Pool Lodge with a deck above the Linyanti plain

Linyanti, Botswana

Wilderness King's Pool

Location

The lodge lies in the private Linyanti concession in northern Botswana, on a lagoon of the Linyanti river. You reach it via a bush airstrip served by the Cessna 208 from Maun.

The house

Large thatched suites on stilts, with beds under mosquito nets, open bathrooms and your own deck facing the lagoon. The main area is a high lounge with bar and restaurant, fronted by a terrace over the water.

Things to do

Game drives morning and evening. Lions and leopards come into view here, along with large herds of elephant that come down to the lagoon to drink. Dinner is served in the open air around the fire.

King's Pool – suite with seating area and mosquito net
King's Pool – bed under the mosquito net
King's Pool – open bathroom and shower area
King's Pool – table laid on the terrace
King's Pool – terrace lit at dusk
King's Pool – lounge under the thatched roof
King's Pool – bar and restaurant of the lodge
Antelope on the plain near King's Pool Lodge
Pool and deck of Chitabe Lodge in the shade of the trees

Okavango Delta, Botswana

Wilderness Chitabe

Location

Chitabe sits on a wooded island in the south-east of the Okavango Delta, surrounded by floodplains. In front of the lodge lies a waterhole that regularly draws elephants and lions.

The house

The luxury tents and main areas were comprehensively refurbished in 2025 and stand on raised wooden walkways. From your deck and from a dedicated hide you look straight onto the plain.

Things to do

Game drives in an open 4x4, at sunrise in the morning and on the tracks in the evening. If you photograph, this is the place: the guides are trained to put you in the best position for the right light.

Chitabe Lodge – tent with bed and a view into the trees
Chitabe Lodge – sleeping area with a window onto the plain
Chitabe Lodge – lounge under the thatched roof
Chitabe Lodge – safari vehicle in the evening sun
Elephants and buffalo at a waterhole near Chitabe
The Okavango Delta near Vumbura Plains from the air

Northern Okavango Delta, Botswana

Wilderness Vumbura Plains South

Location

Vumbura Plains lies in the northern Okavango Delta, in a concession of islands, palm groves and permanently flowing channels. You arrive via Vumbura airstrip.

The house

Free-standing suites on stilts with a wrap-around deck, plenty of glass and living areas open towards the plain. The main area combines lounge, bar and pool. In the evening a fire bowl burns on the deck above the water.

Things to do

Game drives in a specialised 4x4 with the chance of lions, leopards, cheetahs and elephants. On request we will also book you a helicopter flight over the delta.

Vumbura Plains – sleeping area looking out across the plain
Vumbura Plains – suite with floor-to-ceiling windows
Vumbura Plains – lounge looking towards the pool
Vumbura Plains – deck with fire bowl above the water

INCLUDED

What's included

  • Business class scheduled flight Germany – Johannesburg – Germany with Turkish Airlines via Istanbul
  • Business class flights Johannesburg – Maun – Johannesburg with Airlink
  • All bush flights with Wilderness Air in the Cessna 208
  • All transfers on the ground
  • 2 nights at the Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff in Johannesburg incl. breakfast
  • 6 nights at the Wilderness lodges on full board
  • Game drives and lodge activities as per the programme
  • Extension in Cape Town, Mauritius or the Seychelles on request

TRIP DETAILS

DURATION

11 days

AIRCRAFT

Cessna 208 Caravan, Embraer 190, Airbus A350

BEST TIME TO TRAVEL

year-round (best time to travel on request)

FROM

€16,495

per person in a double room, incl. business class flight from Germany

SERVICE TYPE & PROTECTION

Service type: Package trip (tour operator service) (§ 651b BGB). Customer fund protection: R+V insurance (German package travel security certificate).

GALLERY

Leopard on a branch near Chitabe Lodge
Two lions at play on a termite mound
Giraffes among the trees near King's Pool Lodge
Elephants and buffalo at a waterhole near Chitabe
Wilderness Air Cessna 208 on a bush airstrip
Wilderness Air Cessna 208 in the evening light
Business class of an Airlink Embraer 195
Turkish Airlines business class seat
Turkish Airlines chef serving on board

ENTRY & HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

As of: 24 August 2026 – South Africa: German citizens do not need a visa for tourist stays of up to 90 days; a visitor's visa is issued on arrival. The passport must be valid for at least 30 days beyond the planned departure date and have at least two completely blank pages; an identity card is not sufficient. A return or onward ticket may be requested. Children need their own regular passport, and an international birth certificate is strongly recommended, particularly when travelling with only one parent. An online customs declaration on the South African Revenue Service website is currently optional, but this may change at short notice. Botswana: no visa needs to be applied for in advance for tourist stays of up to 90 days; entry permission is issued at the airport. The passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the departure date and have at least four blank pages. No vaccinations are compulsory when entering directly from Germany; anyone arriving from a yellow fever area, or who was in transit there for more than 12 hours, must show a yellow fever vaccination. Limited baggage allowances apply on the Wilderness Air Cessna 208 flights. Hard-shell cases do not fit on board, so travel with soft bags without a frame. We confirm the exact weight limits at the time of booking.

Frequently asked questions

BOOKING & PROCESS

What's the easiest way to book?

The quickest way to reach us is by phone at +49 30 89065233, or by mobile and WhatsApp at +49 172 1999835. Alternatively, send us your travel wishes by email to info@fly-unique.com — we'll get back to you promptly with a suitable offer.

Can I also book my flight through Fly Unique?

Of course. Whether a scheduled flight, a charter flight on a private plane, a private jet, or an aircraft to fly yourself — we handle every form of travel for you.

Can I also book excursions through Fly Unique?

Gladly. Whether excursions, safaris, a yacht, a rental car, or individual requests on-site — we organize this for you.

What services are included in my trip?

All included services are listed in detail in your trip offer as well as in your booking confirmation.

Can I reserve my seats in advance?

Yes. We take your seating preferences and reserve them in advance for you, subject to availability.

Can I book a suite instead of a double room?

Subject to availability, you can upgrade to a larger suite for an additional charge.

TRAVEL & COMFORT

Can I be picked up directly from my doorstep?

Yes. We're happy to arrange a private transfer that picks you up at home and takes you directly to the airport.

Can I book a VIP lounge with direct access to the aircraft?

Yes. We book you a VIP lounge from which you're escorted directly to the aircraft, relaxed and without waiting.

How do I check in online for my flight?

For trips with a scheduled flight, you can usually check in via the airline's website or app. On request, we can handle online check-in for you and send your boarding pass via WhatsApp — where this is technically possible for the respective airline and route.

Can I add a Rail&Fly ticket?

For trips with a scheduled flight, this is possible, usually for an additional charge, unless the airline already includes it.

How much luggage am I allowed to bring?

This varies by airline and fare. We'll let you know the exact free baggage allowance along with your trip offer.

What happens if flight times change?

We inform you immediately by email as soon as we're notified of a change.

PAYMENT & PROTECTION

How much is the deposit?

As a rule, the deposit is 20% of the trip price. For peak-season dates it may be higher; this will be stated in the respective offer. For non-refundable special-fare flight tickets, the deposit may also be higher, as the ticket must be paid in full immediately.

When is the balance due?

As a rule, 30 days before departure. We'll point out any deviations already at the time of booking.

How do I pay for my trip?

Payment is conveniently made by bank transfer.

Is my trip protected by a tour operator insolvency insurance (ATOL licence)?

Yes. As a German tour operator we are legally obliged to protect your trip with a tour operator insolvency insurance (ATOL licence). Fly Unique has a contract with the R+V Versicherung. You will receive your insurance certificate automatically with your booking confirmation.

Do you recommend a travel cancellation insurance?

We generally recommend travel cancellation insurance and are happy to advise you on suitable options.

Are rebookings or cancellations possible?

Yes. The exact terms and costs are set out in our General Terms and Conditions and can of course be requested from us at any time.

Where can I find the General Terms and Conditions?

Our General Terms and Conditions (available in German) can be found on our website. View Terms

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

When will I receive my travel documents?

You'll receive your booking confirmation immediately after booking, and the complete travel documents no later than two weeks before departure.

What travel documents do I need?

This varies depending on the destination and nationality. We provide comprehensive information on the required documents and, if needed, also assist with obtaining visas.

FOR PILOTS

I'd like to fly myself — what do I need?

Send us a copy of your pilot's license. We'll then support you with the license revalidation and inform you about all the documents required for it.

Which aircraft is right for my trip?

We're happy to advise you on the choice — whether for flying yourself, joining as a passenger, or a trip by private plane or private jet.

Do you assist with route planning and permits for pilot trips?

Yes, we're happy to handle route planning and support you with any permits that may be required.

FAMILY & SPECIAL REQUESTS

Can allergies or dietary preferences be reported in advance?

Yes. We're happy to pass on your allergies and dietary preferences to the airline and hotel in advance.

Can we bring our children?

We're happy to book child-friendly hotels suited to your trip with children.

I'm pregnant — can I still travel?

In principle, traveling is possible with an uncomplicated pregnancy up to week 34/35; the second trimester (weeks 14 to 28) is considered ideal. The exact rules vary by airline: many require a medical certificate of fitness to fly from week 28 onward, and most airlines decline to carry passengers from week 36 onward. Feel free to reach out — we'll check individually for your airline and route how your desired trip can be arranged.

SAFETY

Is there an emergency number during the trip?

Yes. We're available around the clock and here for you should anything not go according to plan during your trip.

REQUEST

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