Southern Africa By Train: South Africa, Mozambique, Swaziland and Zimbabwe
16 days
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On an epic train trek across four nations in southern Africa, learn about life and culture in small African villages and capital cities and visit national parks and reserves for safari.
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Overview
Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule
Highlights
- On 4x4 wildlife safaris in three national parks and a game reserve, catch sightings of “The Big Five,” lions, buffalos, leopards, rhinos and elephants
- Learn about 20th century South African history and the country’s new era of hope and freedom as a democracy during visits to Soweto and Pretoria
- Visit the Great Zimbabwe Ruins, the largest ancient monument south of the Egyptian pyramids, and Victoria Falls – one of the Seven Wonders of the World
What's this trip about?
On an epic train trek across four nations in southern Africa, learn about life and culture in small African villages and capital cities and visit national parks and reserves for safari.
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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
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Itinerary
Day
1
In Transit to Program
In Flight
Day
2
Arrive Johannesburg, Check-in, Orientation, Welcome Dinner
Johannesburg D Courtyard Hotel Eastgate
Activity note: Hotel check-in available from 2:00 p.m.
Afternoon: After clearing customs and immigration, we will transfer the short distance to the hotel wher...
Day
3
Soweto, Pretoria, Board the Shongololo Express
Shongololo Train B,L,D Shongololo Express
Activity note: Minimal walking on flat terrain. Getting on/off motorcoach; drive about 62 miles from Johannesburg to Pretoria; approx. 1 hour.
Breakfast: At the hotel, w...
Day
4
Pilgrim’s Rest, Panorama Route
Shongololo Train B,L,D Shongololo Express
Activity note: Walking about 2 miles throughout the day; uneven, rocky and potentially slippery terrain at certain stops. Walking shoes with good tread recommended (no flip-flops; hiking boo...
Day
5
Safari in Kruger National Park
Shongololo Train B,L,D Shongololo Express
Activity note: Off-train field trip will last up to 10 hours. Safari game drives are conducted in open air, 4x4 vehicles along both paved and gravel roads; ride can be bumpy at times. Minima...
Day
6
Maputo – Mozambique, City Exploration
Shongololo Train B,L,D Shongololo Express
Activity note: Off-train field trip is approximately 6.5 hours, with opportunities to exit the vehicle and explore at various spots. Driving about 10 miles total; heavy traffic in cit...
Day
7
Swaziland, Swazi Candles, Mantenga Cultural Village
Shongololo Train B,L,D Shongololo Express
Activity note: Off-train field trip is approximately 7 hours, with opportunities to get off the vehicle and explore in various spots. Driving time today is approximately...
Day
8
Safari in Kapama Game Reserve, Cheetah & Wild Dog Project
Shongololo Train B,L,D Shongololo Express
Activity note: Off-train field trip lasts approximately 6 hours. Game drives conducted in open-air, 4x4 vehicles; getting in/out of vehicles. Minimal walking. ...
Day
9
Travel Northern Limpopo Province, Enter Zimbabwe
Shongololo Train B,L,D Shongololo Express
Activity note: Full day aboard the train. Single-entry Zimbabwe visa to be purchased at the border; please be prepared with USD cash, $30 for Americans and $75 for Canadian...
Day
10
Great Zimbabwe Ruins, Conservation Projects
Shongololo Train B,L,D Shongololo Express
Activity note: Field trip duration approx. 8 hours. Driving about 200 miles total. Walking up to 2-3 miles over the course of 2-3 hours. 2 choices for visiting ruins. Choice 1:...
Day
11
Antelope Park, Elephant Interaction and Game Drive
Shongololo Train B,L,D Shongololo Express
Activity note: Off-train field trip lasts approximately 8 hours. Minimal walking for group activities; more dependent on personal preference; mostly flat ground. Driving...
Day
12
Matobo National Park, Cecil Rhodes' Grave, Cave Paintings
Shongololo Train B,L,D Shongololo Express
Activity note: Off-train field trip lasts approximately 8 hours. Walking about 2 miles total throughout the day; approx. 1 mile from the parking lot to the grave ...
Day
13
Hwange National Park Game Drives
Shongololo Train B,L,D Shongololo Express
Activity note: Off-train excursion lasts up to 8 hours. Walking less than 1 mile throughout the day. Morning and afternoon game drives conducted in open-air, 4x4 vehicles; total driving d...
Day
14
Disembark Train, Local Village, Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe B,L,D A'Zambezi River Lodge
Activity note: Walking about 2 miles in order to see the Falls from all viewpoints; about 2 hours; paths may be slick from mist, but are mostly flat. Standing for...
Day
15
Fly to Johannesburg, Program Concludes
In Flight B
Activity note: Hotel check-out mid-morning. Drive to the airport is approx. 15 miles; about ½ hour. Flight duration from Victoria Falls to Johannesburg is approx. 1.5 hours. See your program’s travel details reg...
Day
16
In Transit from Program
In Flight
Morning: Early morning arrivals to North America.
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Meals Included
- 38 Meals
- 13 Breakfasts
- 12 Lunches
- 13 Dinners
- The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian, Gluten Free
Age Requirements
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