Southern Africa Encompassed: Bush Camps & Wildlife Spotting

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Southern Africa Encompassed: Bush Camps & Wildlife Spotting

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Booking Type Instant booking
duration 15 days
tour type Group Request as private
age requirement 18-39 yrs
max group size 22
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-4661
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Operated in English

Starts Johannesburg, South Africa
Ends Johannesburg, South Africa

HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes

Spot the "big five" in Kruger National Park.
Gaze out across Victoria Falls.
Track wildlife on foot in Matobo National Park.
Feel the pulse of a continent at a dancing demonstration.
Discover three diverse countries.
Explore the Okavango Delta the traditional way in a mokoro canoe
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The trip "Southern Africa Encompassed: Bush Camps & Wildlife Spotting" starts from and ends in Johannesburg. This is a wildlife tour that takes 15 days. You will travel through South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe and visit Victoria Falls, Johannesburg, Okavango Delta and 7 other destinations. This is a guided group trip that includes accommodation, transport, meals and others.

Now's the time to explore Africa on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. When it comes to raw, in-your-face wildness, South Africa, Botswana, and Zimbabwe is where it's at — and from the vantage of our rugged Lando, even more spectacular. Witness traditional dancing, explore the Okavango Delta with a wildlife walk and bush camping, track wildlife on foot in Zimbabwe’s Matobo National Park, and capture the "big five" (in photo form, of course) in South Africa’s Kruger National Park, while camping keeps you close to the incomparable scenery. This quick tour isn't simply a taste of Africa; it's a full-course meal — with seconds.

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Day 1: Johannesburg
Day 2: Johannesburg/Serowe
Day 3: Serowe/Maun
Day 4: Maun/Okavango Delta
Day 5: Okavango Delta/Gweta
Day 6: Gweta/Kasane
Day 7: Kasane/Victoria Falls
Day 8: Victoria Falls
Day 9: Victoria Falls/Matobo National Park
Day 10: Matobo National Park
Day 11: Matobo National Park/Tshipise
Day 12: Tshipise/Kruger National Park
Day 13: Kruger National Park/Greater Kruger Area
Day 14: Greater Kruger Area/Johannesburg
Day 15: Johannesburg

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

Simple hotels (2 nts, single or twin-share), participation camping (11 nts), basic bush camp (1 nt).

Meals

13 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 8 dinners
Note: Allow USD95-125 for meals not included.
Traditional dinner and local dancing

Transport

Lando (overland adventure vehicle), open safari vehicle, mokoro, walking
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

2 CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) throughout as head guide/cook and driver, local guides.

Included activities

Your G for Good Moment: Lusumpuko Women's Club Lunch, Victoria Falls
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
Your Discover Moment: Victoria Falls
Khama Rhino Sanctuary Drive
Okavango Delta overnight bush camping excursion
Guided walk and open vehicle safari drive in Matobo NP
Kruger NP entrance with wildlife safari drives in the Lando

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Any international flights to/from Johannesburg are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
Travel insurance is not included in this Southern Africa Encompassed: Bush Camps & Wildlife Spotting tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

5 - Excellent

Based on 1 review

Emma S.
On Jun 09 2022

5 - Excellent

Excellent

Great way to visit these three countries with a variety of activities. It was the perfect way to achieve a lot in a short period of time and get local tips/info. I?m not the biggest group tour person but I know confidently that I... Read more

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Southern Africa Encompassed: Bush Camps & Wildlife Spotting tour. You can cancel the tour up to 62 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 61 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 19 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 19 June 2024, a deposit is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 61 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Southern Africa Encompassed: Bush Camps & Wildlife Spotting tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Southern Africa Encompassed: Bush Camps & Wildlife Spotting tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

Age Requirement

You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on this tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.

Does this trip suit me?

1. Trip Type : Small Group Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.

2. Travel Style : 18-to-Thirtysomethings Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.

3. Service Level : Camping Camping most nights with some hotel/hostel stays to start and throughout; affordable public and private transport.

4. Physical Grading : 3 - Average Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene protocols have been adhered to.
Elevated hygiene safety measures and distancing will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues. Frequently touched surfaces are regularly disinfected.
This tour requires you to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at least 14 days before your departure day or have a negative PCR test within 96 hours before your departure day.

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