Kruger National Park and Victoria Falls Adventure – Eleven Days

Overview

Countries visited: South Africa (Kruger National Park), Botswana and Zimbabwe (Victoria Falls)

Your journey starts with a full-day safari in the world famous Kruger National Park, teeming with wildlife and giving you opportunity to spot the big five. Travelling north through South Africa and Botswana, experiencing the wildlife and culture along the way, you journey will culminate at the Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe – which is one of the seven natural wonders of the world. There will be a superb selection of adventure activities available to you.

This expedition is perfect for couples, friends, wildlife and photography enthusiasts and those with an adventurous nature.

* A local payment of US$390.00 will be required to be paid on the first day of the tour.
The Local Payment covers items like camp fees and Park Entrance fees. It is paid in full to your Tour Leader at the Pre departure meeting. The local payment is required to be paid in US$ cash only

Itinerary

Day 1: Johannesburg to Nkambeni Camp (Lunch / Dinner)

Leaving Johannesburg your trip will continue towards the Lowveld and your camp situated within the border of the famous Kruger National Park. Pass through the southern section of the picturesque Panorama Route – famous for its breathtaking vistas. The camp for the next two nights is a short drive from the Kruger Park Gate and has some interesting local residents that include hippo, giraffe, zebra and impala.

Included Activity: Kruger National Park night game drive

DAY 2: Nkambeni Camp (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Explore the amazing Kruger National Park. Covering 19 485 km2 – 60 km wide and over 350 km long, this conservation area has more than 146 mammals, 500 bird, 114 reptile, 33 amphibian & 49 fish species. 23 000 different types of plants have been recorded. Spend the day driving around the park keeping an eye out for these. There is the option of doing a night drive looking for a few of the nocturnal inhabitants or upgrading to a small vehicle for the game drive at an additional cost.

Included Activity: Game Drives in an overland vehicle

Day 3: Nkambeni Camp to Polokwane (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Depart from the Lowveld and head on the long, scenic drive to Polokwane. Along the way stop off at some of the best scenery in South Africa, including the ever striking Blyde River Canyon and God’s Window. The many viewpoints of the Canyon, affords excellent photo opportunities. Polokwane, capital of Limpopo, is the largest metropolitan complex in the north and a major economic centre. Its proximity to the neighbouring countries of Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique and Swaziland, as well as its convenient distance from the Kruger National Park and Magoebaskloof, makes it a perfect gateway and good destination in itself. Tents will be set up on the lush green grass of the campsite located outside of the city before enjoying a dip in the lovely swimming pool.

Included Activity: Blyde River Canyon

Day 4: Blydepoort to Palapye (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Today the journey north begins toward Botswana. The small town of Palapye is situated about halfway between Francistown and Gaborone (Botswana’s Capitol). This popular ‘stopover’ town for those en route to South Africa, is well known for the Morupule Colliery coal mines which supplies Morupule Power Station, Botswana’s principal domestic source of electricity. BOTSWANA The size of this successful country can be compared to countries such as Kenya or France, and fairly smaller than Texas. Botswana is a landlocked country with borders such as South Africa, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe which can all be crossed overland. For such a small country it boasts an array of spectacular game viewing opportunities such as, hundreds of elephants splashing in the Chobe River and the Okavango Delta and its maze of lagoons.

Day 5: Palapye to Maun (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Maun is the starting point for travel into the Delta and it is from here that we set off to explore the Okavango Delta. Tonight prepare for an overnight night excursion. Your trip leader will brief you fully on what is needed, and what to expect prior to your trip to the Delta. OKAVANGO DELTA The Delta is a huge expanse of water, which has travelled from the Angolan highlands, spreading out to form the largest inland delta in the world. Studded with exotic islands, The Delta is renowned for its incredible variety of bird life and animals and is unique to Southern Africa. All you have to do is sit back, relax and have your camera as you get guided through the dozens of mazes. The Okavango Delta is a bird lover’s paradise enjoyed by all, best explored by foot and mokoro. With over 400 species of birds, 70 species of fish and an abundance of wildlife, your experience in the delta will leave you wanting to explore the whole of Africa.

Day 6: Maun to Okavango Delta (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Optional Activity : Overnight Delta excursion

You will have the opportunity to take the included overnight excursion into the Delta. After an early rise, board the expedition vehicle and from Maun drive north for a couple of hours to reach the mokoro poler’s station. The Delta region is studded with many local villages where many families live in a traditional way. Some of the villages are very remote and can only be reached by the traditional mode of transport – the Mokoro. Mokoros are dugout canoes manoeuvred through the waterways by local guides who “pole” them through the reeds. After a couple of hours along the waterways, arrive at the mobile tented camp situated in the heart of the Okavango. On arrival you will meet the local staff who will be your host during your stay. A brief introduction to the camp will show you your dome tent with twin beds and a bush en-suite bathroom – long drop toilet and a bucket shower. Relax in the tent with a cold drink or take a paddle in the Delta in a canoe. The activities at the camp include Mokoro trails and guided walking

Day 7: Okavango Delta to Maun (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

This morning affords you a final opportunity for a game walk before packing up and setting off back to Maun. After a Mokoro ride and vehicle transfer,  arrive back around lunch time and have the chance to complete the picture of the Okavango Delta by taking an optional scenic flight over The Delta (dependent on weather conditions & availability).

Day 8: Maun to Nata Region (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

After an early morning rise, depart this beautiful part of Botswana and continue to the lush campsite called Elephant Sands. The drive will take you through a very unpopulated landscape where the donkeys roam freely. Once you have arrived at the campsite you will have the option of partaking in a game drive or a bushwalk.

Optional Activity: Game Drive / Bush Walk

Day 9: Nata Region to Chobe National Park (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Travel north to the town of Kasane and set up camp on the banks of the Chobe River. The Chobe River forms a border between Botswana and Namibia and Zambia and is the main water source to the Chobe National Park. Elephant, hippo and many bird species can be viewed from the campsite. Listen out for the resident hippos!

Included Activity: Boat cruise on the Chobe River

Day 10: Chobe National Park to Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) (Breakfast / Lunch)

This morning continue to the border of Zimbabwe and then Victoria Falls. Named after the famous World Heritage site and Water Falls, the town of Victoria Falls is situated on the Zambezi River and surrounded by the Victoria Falls National Park. The campsite is conveniently situated in the centre of town, and within walking distance of the adventure booking agents, restaurants and shops. A 20 minute walk down the main road takes you to the entry point to view the falls, situated between Zimbabwe and Zambia. Victoria Falls, or Mosi-oa-Tunya (the Smoke that Thunders), was named by David Livingstone on his explorations, and is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. At 1700 m wide and around 100 m high, this is the world’s largest sheet of falling water and a memorable sight on any African Safari! After our adventure activities briefing, the afternoon is spent relaxing at the campsite, viewing the Victoria Falls, or exploring the many sights and delights of this town!

Included Activity: Entrance to Victoria Falls

Day 11: Victoria Falls (Breakfast)

After breakfast, exchange addresses and part ways, having just experienced a trip of a lifetime! We suggest booking additional days after your trip to take advantage of the optional excursions available at Victoria Falls.

Accommodation

10 Nights Camping accommodation

Pre-night accommodation in a dorm room

Wildlife

Heading to South Africa’s famous Kruger National Park, to go in search of the “big five” and many other wildlife species before crossing into Botswana, camping out in the Okavango Delta, and ending the adventure at the mighty Victoria Falls, one of the natural wonders of the world and a base for many optional adventure activities.

More Info

Guided and Scheduled tour – Tour departs  on set dates, please contact us for more information

A local payment of US$ 390 will be required to be paid on the first day of the tour.
*The Local Payment covers items like camp fees and Park Entrance fees. The Local payment is paid to your Tour Leader at the Pre departure meeting, so you don’t have to carry it with you and worry about it. The Local payment is required to be paid in US$ cash only.

Tour cost includes:

10 Nights camping accommodation

Pre-night accommodation in a dorm room

Trip includes an arrival airport transfer

Local payment of US$ 390

Excludes:

Optional Activites prices