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Highlights of Southern Africa
This tour takes you from Johannesburg to Johannesburg in 21 days.
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EUR 1360 More Pricing InfoDuration
21 daysType
Camping TourAccommodation
CampingCurrent Price EUR 1360 Local Payment is a portion of your total tour cost which is paid locally to your Crew, in cash, at the beginning of your tour.Should you book this tour as a solo traveler and are happy to share a room, a single supplement may not apply (depending on availability). If you wish to have a room to yourself or can not be paired up with another same-sex traveler you would need to pay the single supplement. -
Tour Summary
An action packed tour through four countries. Kalahari, Victoria Falls, the Okavango Delta and Kruger National Park, combined with the best of tropical Mozambique.
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General Notes
Included: All meals while camping
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Tour Code
JJ21-07
A day-by-day breakdown of what to expect and where you'll be staying.
Day 1 to 2, Johannesburg to Maun
We head north into the Kalahari desert which dominates the biggest part of Botswana. The town of Maun is the gateway to the Okavango Delta which we will explore in the coming days.
Day 3, Maun to Okavango Delta
You have the opportunity to take a 3 day / 2 night excursion into the Delta. You travel in local transport and then in mokoros, the local dug out canoes, which are poled by local guides through the winding waterways. These local canoes are a perfect way to navigate this waterway wonder - the biggest inland Delta in the world. Your guides will select a place out in the bush to set up camp. An afternoon game walk will allow you to experience the Delta wilderness in all its glory.
Day 4, Okavango Delta
Today is a free day for you to spend at your leisure. The variety of optional activities range from game walks to swimming. Relax and take in the beauty of your surroundings.
Day 5, Okavango Delta
Early morning and late afternoon game walks give you time in the middle of the day to relax, chill out and enjoy your surroundings. Why don't you have a go at poling your own mokoro? It is not as easy as it looks!
Day 6, Okavango Delta to Kasane
From the Okavango Delta we cross to Chobe National Park in northern Botswana. This is one of the largest parks in southern Africa and provides us with some excellent game viewing opportunities.
Day 7, Kasane to Victoria Falls
After a hearty brunch we make our way into Zimbabwe and to Victoria Falls. Approx 1700 m wide and 100 m high, Victoria Falls is a memorable sight! Take part in one of the many adventure activities or relax in the campsite by the pool.
Day 8, Victoria Falls
Today you will have a chance to do a few of the optional activities on offer in this adventure paradise. The Falls can be seen from many viewing points in the Victoria Falls Park or from the Zambian side. You will have many photo opportunities. Bungee jumping enthusiasts can take the plunge from the Zambezi Bridge, which connects Zambia and Zimbabwe and the White water rafting is considered world class. Also, flights over the Vic Falls and the islands are available.
Day 9, Victoria Falls to Bulawayo
From the adrenaline capital of Africa we head south west towards Zimbabwe's second largest city of Bulawayo. Here we will have the option to explore some of Africa's finest arts and crafts at the many local markets.
Day 10, Bulawayo
Here we visit the Matobo National Park which is renowned for its many leopards, black eagles and rhino. Many caves and rock paintings are evidence of the ancient San inhabitants in this area and Cecil Rhodes (after whom Rhodesia was named) was buried here at his own request.
Day 11, Bulawayo to Gweru
We head to the famous Antelope Park in Gweru where we will have the rare opportunity to walk with Lion cubs, swim with Elephants or go horse riding.
Day 12 to 13, Gweru to Vilanculos
Continuing westward across Zimbabwe we enter Mozambique and arrive at the beautiful coastline of Vilanculos. We notice a complete contrast in scenery, culture and climate from the landlocked Zimbabwe to the tropical Mozambique.
Day 14, Vilanculos to Bazaruto
We sail on a traditional Dhow to the stunning islands of the Bazaruto Archipelago where we can snorkel, swim and soak up the sun. Tropical waters and gorgeous coral and reef life make for a amazing day!
Day 15, Vilanculos to Inhambane
Heading south through the beautiful coconut plantations brings us to the old European settlement of Inhambane arriving in the early afternoon.
Day 16, Inhambane
A free day to enjoy some of the optional activities available. Try your hand at Scuba Diving, Quad Biking, Fishing, Horse Riding or take a Boat Cruise on the bay. If that sounds like too much work then just relax on the white sand beaches with a good book or your journal.
Day 17, Inhambane to Maputo
Leaving the white sand beaches and laid back vibe of Inhambane we travel further south and discover the hustle and bustle of the capital - Maputo. Spend the afternoon exploring this historic African city.
Day 18, Maputo to Kruger National Park
We depart from the hustle and bustle of Maputo, cross back into South Africa and enter Kruger National Park - home of the Big 5! We spend our time game driving before arriving at our camp. Optional, guided Night and Dawn Game Drives are available.
Day 19, Kruger National Park
Game Drives and animal spotting take up our day with the odd stop for lunch or a swim if the weather allows.
Day 20, Kruger National Park to Johannesburg
An opportunity for a early morning game drive before we return to Johannesburg and the end of our tour.
Highlights included in your tour cost
Bazaruto Archipelago Dhow Safari
Gorgeous Bazaruto Archipelago Tropical Mozambique waters White sand beaches Glorious coral reefs and fishlife
Chobe National Park Game Drive
Jewel of Botswana National Parks
Interesting biodiversity
Huge Elephant herds
Find a tiny Bee Eater
Fully guided
Chobe Sunset Boat Cruise
Chobe River
Blazing sunsets
Up close to wildlife
Huge Elephant herds
Prolific bird life
Kruger National Park Game Drive
View the Big 5 in their own environment World Famous Kruger National Park
Okavango Delta Mokoro Excursion
Ultimate Wilderness
Flaming Sunsets
Makoros and Polers
Campfire stories
Bush walks
Walk with the Lions - Gweru
Up close and personal
Where else in the world?
Walk with, pat and observe a Lion cub.
There are 21 optional activities available on this trip.
Prices shown are approximate
- TBA Antelope Park Lion Breeding Program
- TBA Fishing on the Dam
- $75 Game Ride by Horseback
- $110 Gweru Elephant Ride
- $30 Gweru Elephant Swim
- $50 Inhambane Scuba Diving
- $30 Kruger National Park Game Walk
- $45 Kruger National Park Night Drive
- $80 Okavango Delta Scenic Flight
- $140 Victoria Falls Adrenaline Day
- $105 Victoria Falls Bungee Jump
- $115 Victoria Falls Helicopter Flight
- $70 Victoria Falls Horse Rides
- $120 Victoria Falls Microlight Flight
- $20 Victoria Falls National Park
- $75 Victoria Falls Scenic Flight
- $115 Walk with the Lions - Victoria Falls
- $110 White Water Rafting on the Zambezi River
- $65 Zambezi Gorge Swing
- $140 Zambezi River Rafting & Boarding Combo
- TBA Zimbabwe Walking Safaris
| Tour Starts | Tour Ends | Price | Enquire or Add to Backpack |
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18 Apr 2010 |
08 May 2010 |
EUR 1360 |
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09 May 2010 |
29 May 2010 |
EUR 1360 |
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30 May 2010 |
19 Jun 2010 |
EUR 1567 | |
20 Jun 2010 |
10 Jul 2010 |
EUR 1567 | |
04 Jul 2010 |
24 Jul 2010 |
EUR 1567 | |
25 Jul 2010 |
14 Aug 2010 |
EUR 1360 |
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15 Aug 2010 |
04 Sep 2010 |
EUR 1360 |
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05 Sep 2010 |
25 Sep 2010 |
EUR 1360 |
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19 Sep 2010 |
09 Oct 2010 |
EUR 1360 |
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17 Oct 2010 |
06 Nov 2010 |
EUR 1360 |
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31 Oct 2010 |
20 Nov 2010 |
EUR 1360 |
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21 Nov 2010 |
11 Dec 2010 |
EUR 1360 |
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12 Dec 2010 |
01 Jan 2011 |
EUR 1360 |
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03 Apr 2011 |
23 Apr 2011 |
EUR 1360 |
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24 Apr 2011 |
14 May 2011 |
EUR 1360 |
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09 May 2011 |
29 May 2011 |
EUR 1360 |
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29 May 2011 |
18 Jun 2011 |
EUR 1360 |
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19 Jun 2011 |
09 Jul 2011 |
EUR 1360 |
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10 Jul 2011 |
30 Jul 2011 |
EUR 1360 |
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07 Aug 2011 |
27 Aug 2011 |
EUR 1360 |
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28 Aug 2011 |
17 Sep 2011 |
EUR 1360 |
Route Info and Logistics
This tour goes through: Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls, Bulawayo, Gweru, Inhambane & 13 other destination(s) in Africa.
Vehicle: Overland Truck
Crew: 3 crew (including cook)
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