Southern Africa Explorer: Falls to Cape

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20 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

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

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Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Cape Town, South Africa

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Highlights

Marvel at the spectacular Victoria Falls

Sunset game viewing cruise on the Chobe River

Experience the Okavango Delta by traditional canoe (mokoro)

Camp along the lush Okavango River

Game drives in Etosha National Park and Chobe National Park

Walk among the giant dunes of Sossusvlei in the Namib Desert

Journey to the spectacular Fish River Canyon

Discover Augrabies Falls National Park

Encounter wildlife on game drives in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park

Explore Cape Town and the Cape of Good Hope

Walk among the giant dunes of Sossusvlei in the Namib Desert

Journey to the spectacular Fish River Canyon

Discover Augrabies Falls National Park

Encounter wildlife on game drives in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park

Explore Cape Town and the Cape of Good Hope

Itinerary

A classic overland journey through Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia and South Africa. The countries that lie at the southern end of the African continent evoke a strong spirit of the wild. From the seemingly empty and endless dunes of the Namibian desert to the teeming animal life of Etosha National Park, this itinerary traverses the greatest parks, reserves and landscapes that the south has to offer. Beginning in Victoria Falls Zimbabwe we head into Botswana for unforgettable wildlife encounters in two of Africa's greatest sanctuaries along the Chobe River and in the wondrous Okavango Delta. Passing into Namibia, we observe wildlife in Etosha National Park, marvel at the Sossusvlei sand dunes, explore the dramatic landscapes of the Namib Desert, and marvel at the enormity of Fish River Canyon. The city of Cape Town with Table Mountain as its backdrop, is a fitting end to this amazing adventure through Southern Africa.

day 1Arrive Victoria Falls

The tour starts at 18:00hrs on Day 1 with a pre departure meeting in the hotel reception. On the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, the Victoria Falls or "Mosi-oa-Tunya" (Smoke that Thunders), are one of the most enthralling sights in Africa.The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure to explore the Falls or take part in some of the many optional activities on offer in the adrenalin capital of Africa. Overnight Sprayview Lodge (or similar).

day 2-3Chobe River (approx 90 kms/3 hrs drive)

day 4-5Okavango Delta (approx 310 kms/6 hrs drive)

day 6Kavango River - Rundu (approx 300 kms/5 hrs drive)

day 7-8Etosha National Park (approx 420 kms/6 hrs drive)

day 9Spitzkoppe (approx 530 kms - 250 kms tarmac & 280 kms gravel/9 hrs drive)

day 10Swakopmund (approx 150 kms - 25 kms gravel & 125 kms tarmac/2 hrs drive)

day 11-12Sesriem and Sossusvlei (approx 380 kms/6 hrs drive)

day 13Fish River Canyon (approx 520 kms/8 hrs drive)

day 14-15Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park (approx 470 kms/6 hrs drive)

day 16Augrabies Falls National Park (approx 360 kms/5 hrs drive)

day 17Namaqualand (approx 600 kms/8 hrs drive)

day 18To Cape Town (approx 360 kms/5 hrs drive)

day 19Cape Town and Peninsula

day 20Cape Town, trip concludes

What's Included

Meals

19 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 15 dinners

Transport

Private vehicle transport in custom built vehicles designed for African conditions, with fridge, forward-facing high back seats and ample storage

Guide

English speaking local guide and 2 camp assistants/cooks

Others

All camping gear (including sleeping bag & pillow) spacious 2 person safari tents, camp bed and comfortable safari folding chairGroup camping equipment, reference library and first aid boxGame drives and boat cruise per itineraryArrival and departure transfers are included in Cape Town and Victoria Falls on Days 1 & 20. (NB - Victoria Falls Airport Zimbabwe (VFA) only; and NOT Livingstone Airport Zambia).

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