24 day tour of South Africa, Zambia, Malawi, Mozambique, Botswana and Zimbabwe combining a nice mix of game parks, adventure activities and down-time on the beaches.
Day 1:Nata - Botswana Departing Johannesburg, we cross the border into Botswana. We continue northwards to Nata, where our first night is spent camping on the edge of the Makgadikgadi Pans. (D)
Day 2: Maun - Botswana After an optional excursion into the Pans, we head to Maun, the gateway to the Delta. Here you have the choice of doing a scenic game flight over the Delta. (B,D)
Days 3 &4: Okavango Delta - Botswana This morning we venture into the wild bush of Africa, far from any form of civilization. We begin our search for the abundance of wildlife that inhabits the Delta. The days are filled with game walks, tracking different species and exploring the waterways of the world renowned Okavango Swamps, by mokoro (dug out canoe). Drifting silently through the channels, we set up camp on islands in the Delta. After a breathtaking sunset, relax around the campfire listening to songs sung by our guides and sounds the nights have to offer. On the last afternoon we return to Maun, where we shop in the local town and enjoy a well deserved local braai. (B, L, D)
Day 5: Chobe National Park - Botswana Continuing north, we set up camp in Kasane where you can relax and enjoy some great game viewing on an optional river cruise. (B,D)
Day 6: [Victoria Falls - Zimbabwe After a game drive in Chobe, we cross into Victoria Falls where we enjoy a Zambezi sunset cruise. This will give you a perspective on the Falls and provide some game viewing opportunities. We then set up camp here for the next few days. (B)
Days 7 & 8 : Victoria Falls- Zimbabwe The Victoria Falls are one of Africa’s premier attractions, as well as being one of the seven wonders of the natural world. It’s also Africa’s adrenaline capital with plenty of extreme sports available, including white water rafting on one of the few commercially rafted grade 5 rivers in the world, bungy jumping from one of the highest jumps in the world, gorge swinging, microlighting and much more. (B)
Day 9: Lusaka - Zambia Crossing into Zambia, we head northwards and camp near Lusaka, which is the capital of Zambia. (B,L,D)
Day 10: Chipata - Zambia We continue on to the Zambian border, where we spend the night in the small town of Chipata. (B,L,D)
Days 11, 12, 13, 14: Lake Malawi - Malawi Crossing into Malawi, we journey through Lilongwe to our campsites on the shores of Lake Malawi. We relax on the shores of the lake, explore the area and shop in the markets. There are many water sports available on Lake Malawi, as well as the opportunity to meet the locals and see their craftsmen, famous for their carved mahogany chairs and other artifacts. (B,D)
Day 15: Blantyre - Malawi After breakfast we head southwards to the town of Blantyre, where we will spend our last night in Malawi. (B,D)
Day 16: Chimoio - Mozambique Today we cross into Mozambique and camp at Chimoio. (B,L,D)
Day 17: Vilanculos - Mozambique We reach the coast of Mozambique and relax on the beach of this coastal town. Vilanculos is one of the most scenic spots on the Mozambique coast. (B,L,D)
Days 18, 19, 20: Bazaruto - Mozambique We spend these idyllic days, sailing around the Bazaruto Islands. We board our traditional Arab Dhows, which take us out to the spectacular Bazaruto Archipelago, a remote set of islands off the coast of Vilanculos. We camp on Benguerra Island and spend our time exploring the area. We take our own snorkeling and fishing gear, so we can often stop at any of the reefs. There are also sand dunes and walks. After spending 2 nights on the island, we then return to Vilanculos. (B,L,D)
Days 21, 22: Inhambane/ Tofo - Mozambique Our beach days are not over yet, as we get back to the mainland and make our way south to Inhambane and the beach of Tofo. We set up camp in a remote campsite near the beach and town, where we will spend 2 nights. During your free day you can snorkel, scuba dive, take a long hike along the coast or explore the markets of Inhambane. (B,D)
Day 23: Maputo- Mozambique Leaving the peace and tranquility of the beach behind, we continue on to the bustling city of Maputo. We spend the night here and you get the chance to sample the capital’s fantastic nightlife. (B)
Day 24: Johannesburg - South Africa After a free morning in Maputo, we travel back to Johannesburg arriving late afternoon. (B)
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Local payment of US$570 Departures every two weeks
This is a Camping Safari
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