We will see great wildlife Olivia. As a one poster on Fodors pointed out after much time in many areas of Africa 3 of his 6 framed animal pictures are from his time in Singita. We saw lots of vehicles in the areas we were in Kenya and that really did not detract from the wildlife experience for us at all.

Botswana is as I understand it all tented camps.It is very highly rated as a safari destination and the delta is also supposed to be magnificent. However, no matter how plush a tent is it is not the standard of accommodation that Singita and similiar South African camps offer.

We were in a very highly rated tented camp in Kenya with permanent concrete floors with carpet, with hot and cold running water, shower, bathroom etc. We had a wonderful time but a tent is a tent is a tent. I am from Texas, used to heat, and it got so hot in the afternoon I was not a happy camper.

It is all about the experience you want. If it is important to feel part of nature and not see other people then certainly other areas of Africa may be better than South Africa. However, if you want luxury accommodations with all the trimmings with the experience of seeing the animals in the wild then South Africa appears to fit the bill.

No one is right or wrong just different experiences. Personally I am really excited about Singita it was not until I saw the properties and the plan this group put together that I even considered coming. I originally wanted a cruise with a short safari. I think I could stay at Singita for a long time.

This princess wants luxury this time. Air conditioning, no tents, great food and creature comforts.

Keep posting hrprof your insight is appreciated. Botswana may be a good option post cruise for those with a more serious bent towards nature and wildlife viewing.