7-day Kruger Matobo Rhino Encounter Accommodated

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7 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

12 peopleMaximum group size

8 - 75 yearsAge range for participants

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Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Pretoria, South Africa

Ends

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Highlights

Blyde River Canyon

Kruger National Park, Open Vehicle Game Drive with Resident Guide

Bakone Open Air Cultural Museum

Matobo National Park, Open Vehicle Game Drive with Resident Guide

Victoria Falls Visit

Victoria Falls Zambezi Sunset Cruise

Itinerary

Perfect for families with a passion for wildlife, the 7-day Kruger & Matobo Rhino Encounter Accommodated tour starts in Pretoria and ends in Victoria Falls. Traversing Polokwane, Kruger National Park, and four additional destinations in South Africa and Zimbabwe, this explorer tour offers a blend of safari excitement and cultural insights. With accommodation, transport, and meals included, the trip is both comfortable and adventurous. The unique advantage is the chance to see rhinos up close in their natural habitat, making it a standout experience for both adults and children.

day 1 - Pretoria, South Africa to Hoedspruit

Departing from Pretoria the administrative city early this morning our journey takes us from the urban areas, through the scenic Mpumulanga Province. We travel via the Blyde River Canyon and its distinctive Three Rondavels to our first nights accommodation - a short distance from the world famous Kruger National Park.

day 2 - Kruger National Park

To make the most of the day, we have in this world famous park, our specialised guide meets us a open 4x4 game drive vehicle before dawn in order to enter the park when the gates open.The park, founded in 1898 is South Africas flagship park and we will see some of the many species of flora and fauna in our days drive.

day 3 - Hoedspruit to Polokwane

From the province of Mpumulanga and onto the province of Limpopo today. The province gets its name from the Limpopo river which forms the northern border of South Africa.Arriving in Polokwane, we head off to learn more about the local Bakone culture at the open-air museum.

day 4 - Polokwane to Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

Crossing the Limpopo River at the Beitbridge border post, we enter Zimbabwe.With a fair distance to cover today, we push on through the scenic countryside to Bulawayo and our comfortable hotel.To allow for the number of highlights experiences included in this tour, some long distances need to be travelled. In order for this to not affect every day on tour, we have allocated this as a driving day in which we cover quite a lot of ground and have minimal stops.

day 5 - Matobo National Park

Transferring into an open 4x4 game drive vehicle with a specialised guide this morning, we venture into the Matobo National Park which features distinctive wind-rounded rock formations.There will also be an opportunity to take a walking safari in this intriguing park - provided conditions are optimal and it is safe to do so.It is possible to optionally extend the drive to a full-day - including a historical and village tour.

day 6 - Bulawayo to Victoria Falls

Journeying north, we reach the town of Victoria Falls and settle into our comfortable hotel. In the late afternoon, we take a peaceful sunset cruise on the upper stretches of the Zambezi river to spot game in and around this mighty river.

day 7 - Victoria Falls

Rising early we visit the Victoria Falls, taking in a multitude of different views of the water plunging over 100 metres into the gorge below.Arrangements end after this, however it would be a shame to come to this amazing area and not take part in some of the many different activities that are on offer, so maybe extend your stay for a few days to allow time enough for all of it.Our team on the ground will be able to assist in arranging a variety of different activities.

7-day Kruger Matobo Rhino Encounter Accommodated

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What's Included

Accommodation

Twin share rooms with en suite facilities

Meals

6 Breakfasts, 2 Lunch, 6 Dinners

Transport

Ground transportVehicle registration, road tolls and taxesServices of driver / wildlife guide

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Park fees

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