It's never too late to experience an authentic African safari - especially if it's right in the heart of Southern Africa's most famous parks and wildlife reserves. This trip covers such storied locales as Kruger National Park, Chobe River and the Okavango Delta, and our small group size ensures you get the maximum amount of encounters with Africa's "Big Five". Top it off with unique accommodations; including very comfortable tented camps and a 2-night houseboat stay in the Delta and you have a trip to satisfy anyone's need for adventure and comfort.
Day 1 Johannesburg
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.
Day 2 Johannesburg/Kruger National Park
Enjoy a scenic drive along the famed Panorama Route with stops at Blyde River Canyon, Bourke's Luck Potholes, and God's Window. Continue on to our tented camp located just outside Kruger National Park.
Day 3 Kruger National Park
Embark on an early morning wildlife safari drive inside Kruger National Park in an open safari vehicle, taking in views of the abundant wildlife. Return to our camp, and enjoy a drink on the deck with views of the watering hole, a popular spot for wildlife to visit. In the afternoon, opt to take another wildlife safari drive or bush walk. Tonight enjoy a delicious South African dinner on the deck or in the boma.
Day 4 Kruger National Park/Karongwe Private Game Reserve
In the morning, visit a G Adventures-supported Children’s Day School and Shalati Village, located just outside Kruger National Park. Continue on to a private nature reserve in the Greater Kruger area, to enjoy open vehicle wildlife safari drives while searching for Africa's famed Big Five.
Day 5 Karongwe Private Game Reserve
Enjoy an early morning wildlife safari drive, followed by brunch and free time at the Lodge. In the afternoon, indulge in high tea before an evening wildlife safari drive. In the evenings enjoy a sundowner (drink) while the sun sets over the magnificent Drakensberg Mountains.
Day 6 Karongwe Private Game Reserve/Johannesburg
After one last safari wildlife safari drive, head back to the city. In the evening, enjoy an Afrikaans dinner at our local guest house.
Day 7 Johannesburg/Victoria Falls
Fly to Zimbabwe and meet the local G representative for a guided tour of Victoria Falls.
Day 8 Victoria Falls
Today is free and our conveniently located G desk can book the optionals of your choice including; river safari, cultural tours, whitewater rafting, canoeing or a flight over the falls.
Day 9 Victoria Falls
Enjoy the day with many optional activities to choose from. In the evening, meet the Botswana CEO for a briefing.
Day 10 Victoria Falls/Okavango Delta
Cross the border into Botswana, via a short border crossing through Namibia, continuing on to the Okavango Delta.
Transfer to a houseboat, which is home for the next 2 nights in the Okavango Delta, the world's largest inland delta. Travelling by houseboat allows us to explore a more secluded area of the delta, taking small boats into the channels and waterways for wildlife viewing and birdwatching.
Day 11 Okavango Delta
Enjoy the day on a houseboat with early morning and late afternoon wildlife excursions. Opt to enjoy a cultural excursion to Tsoldilo Hills to view ancient San Bushman rock paintings, or relax on deck with a cool drink watching the passing scenery.
Day 12 Okavango Delta/Maun
Transfer to the frontier town of Maun. Option to shop and take a scenic flight over the delta.
Day 13 Maun/Moremi Game Reserve
Drive to the Khwai River area bordering Moremi Game Reserve. With astounding wildlife, this area has been rated one of the best for wildlife viewing in the world. Relax this evening on the camp deck, admiring the stunning views with a cool drink.
Day 14 Moremi Game Reserve
Embark early on an open vehicle wildlife safari drive in Moremi and surrounding concession areas, enjoy lunch and continue with the wildlife safari drive. Make it back to camp in the afternoon with time to relax at the comfortable tented camp.
Day 15 Moremi Game Reserve/Chobe National Park
Leave the Khwai Area and move eastwards to Chobe National Park. Later, travel deeper into the Chobe wilderness to Ghoha Hills, with spectacular views of the surrounding bush. Enjoy late afternoon wildlife viewing in open vehicles around the hills and waterholes in search of elephants, lions, hippos, and giraffes.
Day 16 Chobe National Park/Kasane
In the morning, take a slow wildlife safari drive along the southern bank of the Chobe River. This afternoon, opt to take a sunset photography river cruise for wildlife viewing, accompanied by an expert wildlife photographer and guide.
Day 17 Kasane/Victoria Falls
Cross the border back into Zimbabwe for our final evening.
Day 18 Victoria Falls
Depart at any time.
Kruger, Falls & Botswana Safari
- Your G for Good Moment: Hope Africa Children's Day School, Manyeleti Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Arrival transfer
- Panoramic Route scenic drive including visits to Blyde River Canyon, Bourke Luck Potholes and God’s Window
- Kruger National Park entrance fee with wildlife safari drive in open vehicle
- Visit a local village and G Adventures-supported school
- Private Nature Reserve entrance fee with wildlife safari drives in open safari vehicles
- Tour of Victoria Falls
- All National Park and wildlife reserve entrances in Botswana
- Open vehicle wildlife safari drives in Savuti, Chobe National Park, Khwai River and Moremi area
- Okavango Delta 2-night houseboat excursion with wildlife viewing and bird watching
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- 17 breakfasts
- 5 lunches
- 10 dinners
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Reference : GAH