Joburg to Victoria Falls - 12 Days
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Highlights
- Kruger National Park - Go in search of the Big Five on game drives in South Africa's most diverse national park
- Mapungubwe National Park - Take a morning walk to view the Kaoxa Bushman paintings and enjoy a sunset game drive
- Blyde River Canyon - Journey along the famous Panorama Route and stop to enjoy the view over this picturesque canyon, which stretches for 26km
- Makgadikgadi Salt Pans - Watch the sunset over the desolate lake bed and spot the wildlife which calls the area home
- Chobe National Park - Spot wildlife on a morning game drive and a game viewing cruise on the Chobe River. Look out for crocodiles and enjoy a magical sunset
- Victoria Falls - Spend two nights in this charming town with free time to view the spectacular Victoria Falls and enjoy optional activities
- Johannesburg - Start your safari in this South African metropolis and opt to extend your stay to explore the city
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- 11 breakfasts and 6 dinners
- 11 nights mid-range (3-4 star) lodges, hotels, and chalets with ensuite facilities
- Arrival transfer from Johannesburg airport on day 1
- Departure transfer to Victoria Falls airport on day 12
- Kruger National Park - full day game drive and a late afternoon game drive in 4x4 vehicles
- Transportation in a 16-seater Mercedes Sprinter vehicle (with comfortable reclining seats, air-conditioning, USB ports and sliding windows)
- Mapungubwe National Park - Kaoxa Bushman paintings and sunset game drive
- Panorama Route excursion
- Makgadikgadi Pans excursion
- Chobe National Park - morning game drive in an open 4x4 vehicles and afternoon Chobe River game viewing cruise
- Park entrance fees
- Escorted by a licensed African tour guide, who is also your driver
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Johannesburg Airport, you'll be met and transferred to our hotel. There is a pre departure meeting in the hotel foyer at 6pm. The rest of today is free for you relax before our adventure begins!
Johannesburg - Hazyview. From Johannesburg we travel south to the famous Kruger National Park, along the spectacular Panorama Route of Blyde River Canyon. This spectacular canyon is 26km long, averages 800m deep and forms the northern edge of the Drakensberg Mountain ...
Over the next two days we explore the world famous Kruger National Park, which is home to Africa's Big Five, as well as numerous other species of fauna and flora. On day 3 we enjoy an exciting full day of game drive inside the park in open 4x4 vehicles. The following day is free for you to relax before our search for wildlife in Kruger National Park continues on a late afternoon game drive.
Hazyview - Mapesu Private Game Reserve. This morning we leave Kruger area and head north towards the Botswana border through the Limpopo Province. We spend the next two nights at a lodge in Mapesu Private Game Reserve on the border of Mapungubwe National Park. Mapungu...
We take a scenic morning walk to view the remarkably well-preserved Kaoxa Bushman paintings today and in the afternoon enjoy a sunset game drive in Mapungubwe National Park. Look out for wildlife in the park and take in spectacular views over the Baobab laden landscap...
Mapesu Private Game Reserve - Nata (Botswana). After breakfast we cross the border into Botswana and reach the Nata Region. This afternoon we visit the incredible Makgadikgadi Pans, one of the largest salt flats in the world. Here we stop to take in a truly unforgettable sunset over the remains of an ancient 6500km2 Lake.
Nata - Kasane. We travel north to Kasane and a beautiful lodge on the banks of Chobe River, which will be our home for the next two days. Spend the rest of day 8 at leisure. Relax by the pool and enjoy the wonderful river views. Chobe is famous for its picturesque ...
Kasane - Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe). We cross the border in Zimbabwe on day 10 and arrive in the charming town of Victoria Falls. The next two days are free to spend at leisure. Be sure to visit the spectacular Victoria Falls - one of the world’s greatest natural wonde...
Today we bid farewell to our fellow travellers as our adventure comes to an end. A departure transfer to Victoria Falls Airport is included.
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Logistics
What's excluded
- International flights and visas
- Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
- Optional activities
- Victoria Falls NP entrance fee
- Local payment - USD250pp, to be paid on arrival
Accommodation
Average age 40s - 70s but flexible age policy. Minimum age 10.If travelling with children parents need to be aware of the very long driving days (distances noted in the trip notes). Rooms for families - one child up to 17 yrs old can share a room with 2 adults. We have child rates for 12 and under. Children 13 + pay full price. IMPORTANT: South Africa and Botswana regulations aimed at fighting child trafficking:'All parents travelling with children into or out of SA and/or Botswana may be asked to show the child’s unabridged (full) birth certificate, and where only one parent is accompanying, parental or legal consent for the child to travel (eg an affidavit from the other parent, a court order or – if applicable – a death certificate). Tell pax they must contact the South African High Commission, South African Department of Home Affairs and/or the Botswana High Commission for the most up to date information.
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