Zimbabwe to Kruger via Vic Falls

A day-by-day breakdown of what to expect and where you'll be staying.

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Day 1, Johannesburg to Francistown

Off we go! Leaving the city behind we head for the desert and onward to the Zimbabwe border. It is a long and fairly uneventful drive today however the changing scenery and landscapes are beautiful.

Day 2, Francistown to Hwange National Park

A short drive puts us on the edge of Hwange National Park and our game viewing begins! Other than the huge herds of Elephant, keep an eye out for some stunning bird watching with over 400 different species to see.

Day 3, Hwange National Park to Victoria Falls

An early morning game drive is a great way to start the day. After lunch we are Victoria Falls bound - home of the magnificent, stunning water fall with the same name. Here we spend a bit of time organising activities for the next couple of days.

Day 4, 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 5, Victoria Falls to Lower Zambezi Valley

Crossing the railway bridge beside the Falls we exit Zimbabwe and enter Zambia. After a short stop in Livingstone there is a fairly long drive ahead to reach tonights campsite.

Day 6 to 7, Lower Zambezi Valley

An early start sees us packing light and jumping in our canoes on the mighty Zambezi for the next 2 days. Travelling downstream means little effort is required allowing time to check out the wildlife, birdlife and local hippo population. NB: In the case of extreme temperatures or very low water levels it will not be possible to canoe the river. In this case a 2 night houseboat excursion on Lake Kariba will be substituted.

Day 8, Lower Zambezi Valley to Lake Kariba

Jumping off the canoes we head to Lake Kariba - the largest artificial lake in the world.

Day 9, Lake Kariba to Chinhoyi

A short drive today as we travel to Chinhoyi. A chance to check out the caves!

Day 10, Chinhoyi to Chimanimani National Park (via Harare)

After the caves it is just a short drive from Chinhoyi to Harare where we will stock up the truck and have some lunch. After lunch the Chimanimani National Park awaits with its spectacular scenery and good hiking opportunities. If time allows there could be a hike to the Bridal Veil Falls on the cards.

Day 11, Chimanimani National Park to Chimanimani National Park (via Chirinda Forest)

It is possible to spend another full day hiking in the Chimanimani, or take a day trip to Zimbabwe’s only rain forest on the Mozambique Border.  Chirinda is the southernmost rain forest in Africa and home to some spectacular large mahogany trees.  A short hike to ‘the big tree’ is a lovely outing and a fantastic spot for a picnic lunch.

Day 12, Chimanimani National Park to Great Zimbabwe Ruins

Leaving the National Park today we head to the famous iron-age ruins of Great Zimbabwe. There is no mortar and yet some of the walls are up to 5 metres high and still standing after so many centuries.

Day 13, Great Zimbabwe Ruins to Matopos National Park

Moving on to Bulawayo and the Matopos National Park. This afternoon we can explore San Bushman rock paintings and the next morning World's View and the site of Cecil John Rhodes' grave. Hopefully we will also see some Rhino here.

Day 14, Matopos National Park

Today we head off into the Park and track Rhino on foot, game drive, see some bushman paintings and hang out with some local folks in their village.

Day 15, Bulawayo to Musina

The Bulawayo Historical Museum is worth a visit before we head back into South Africa crossing the border at Beitbridge. Be prepared for a long crossing while we complete border formalities, before we arrive at our camp.

Day 16, Musina to Johannesburg

Today we head south towards Johannesburg - the City of Gold - where we spend the night and prepare for our amazing wildlife experience in Kruger National Park.

Day 17, Johannesburg to Kruger National Park

We depart Johannesburg and travel to the Mpumalanga region of South Africa - meaning 'place of the rising sun'. We enter the Kruger region and have the option of trying out a sunset game drive.

Day 18, 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 19, Kruger National Park

We spend another day game driving through the Kruger National Park in search of smaller antelope, wildlife, birds and the Big 5!

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.

Meals included in your tour cost

18 Breakfasts, 16 Lunches, 16 Dinners

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Highlights included in your tour cost

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There are 9 optional activities available on this trip.

Prices shown are approximate

• $20 Great Zimbabwe Ruins
• $160 Kruger National Park Night Drive
• $105 Victoria Falls Bungee Jump
• $130 Victoria Falls Helicopter Flight
• $75 Victoria Falls Horse Rides
• $130 Walk with the Lions - Victoria Falls
• $65 Zambezi Gorge Swing
• $165 Zambezi River Rafting & Boarding Combo
• $80 Zambezi River Sunset Dinner Cruise