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Highlights
Cape Town: Stroll around the scenic harbour and enjoy some Insta-worthy views, at South Africa's most-visited attraction.
Cape Town: Cable the Table! Take a scenic ride to the top of one of the ‘New Seven Wonders of Nature’ for 360° views of Cape Town.
Cape Town: Bo-Kaap. The City Centre. V&A Waterfront. This tour takes in all the historical sites & attractions of the Mother City.
Kruger: Our Special Stay is located right inside one of Africa's most famous Wildlife Reserves (that's also within one of its most popular Main Camps - Lower Sabie!). The camp is perched on the banks of the incredible Sabie River with a shop, swimming pool and riverside restaurant, where you can to look out for wildlife coming down to drink. Our exclusive camp comprises of canvas dome tents with stretchers, mattresses, linen, towels and charging outlets. Plus, there's a communal firepit to sit around late into the night, gazing at the stars and listening to the calls of nocturnal animals.
Kruger National Park: We’ll head into Kruger National Park, one of the most famous wildlife parks in the whole of Africa, to witness wildlife in their natural habitat.
Kruger National Park: Wanna know how K9 Dogs protect wildlife? Come meet one of our Rangers who'll tell you all about the K9 Watchdog Project, their fight against poachers, and how your donations from the MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience helps them save Africa's wildlife from extinction.
Kruger National Park: Keep your eyes peeled and those binoculars close. We're heading out to spot more magnificent wildlife (cross those fingers for rhino's!) and stunning scenery with our last game drive as we say goodbye to Kruger.
Victoria Falls: See the epic waterfall of your Insta dreams. Take a stroll along the edge and see this ‘the smoke that thunders’ in all its glory.
Chobe: Ready for a night you'll never forget? Our Special Stay in Chobe is a serene camp that's surrounded by nature. You'll find dome tents with stretcher beds, linen and mattress pre-setup in our accommodation for the night. Plus, there's a dining tent and fire to sit around late into the night under millions of stars. Note: Camping in Chobe is only available from April to October, the rest of the year will be at a lodge accommodation outside the park.
Chobe: Coast along the banks of the Chobe River in search of thirsty wildlife coming down to drink.
Chobe: Be on the lookout for any wildlife we may have heard the night before!
Okavango Delta: A night in Africa’s Eden? Yep. This is your true African escape, away from technology. It's gonna be just you, nature and the incredible sights, sounds and smells of the wilderness. Our campsite is located right next to the Khwai river where all forms of wildlife (great and small) come down to drink. So, keep your camera with you! Camp staff will set up your tents as well as cook all your meals on open fires. Your tents come with stretchers, mattresses, linen and towels. And the campsite also has a chill tent during the day for relaxing between Game Drives.
Okavango Delta: Our first taste of the Okavango Delta, as we head to our Contiki Safari Camp. Hopefully spotting some of the ‘Big Five’ on our way.
Okavango Delta: Get up with the sun in search of the amazing wildlife in this garden of Eden.
Okavango Delta: Enjoy another taste of wildlife spotting this afternoon.
Okavango Delta: Enjoy a sunset trip along the waterways of the Khwai River, looking out for the incredible animals that live here.
Okavango Delta: It’s our last drive in the Delta! And our last chance to see any wildlife that eluded us on previous jaunts.
Windhoek: We’ll take a scenic drive through Namibia’s capital, uncovering the city’s top landmarks – from the striking Christuskirche and the Independence Memorial Museum to the grand Parliament Building and its peaceful gardens.
Etosha National Park: Experience life in an African bushman village, as the local people give you a snapshot of their desert lifestyle.
Spitzkoppe: We'll stop off in Spitzkoppe for a bite to eat and a chance to check out the granite peaks that stand out across the glorious desert landscape. Group pic by the famous 'Rock Arch', anyone?
Sossusvlei: Explore Sossusvlei, snap shots of Deadvlei and wander around Big Daddy sand dune
Kruger National Park: Wanna know how K9 Dogs protect wildlife? Come meet one of our Rangers who'll tell you all about the K9 Watchdog Project, their fight against poachers, and how your donations from the MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience helps them save Africa's wildlife from extinction.
Kruger National Park: Keep your eyes peeled and those binoculars close. We're heading out to spot more magnificent wildlife (cross those fingers for rhino's!) and stunning scenery with our last game drive as we say goodbye to Kruger.
Victoria Falls: See the epic waterfall of your Insta dreams. Take a stroll along the edge and see this ‘the smoke that thunders’ in all its glory.
Chobe: Ready for a night you'll never forget? Our Special Stay in Chobe is a serene camp that's surrounded by nature. You'll find dome tents with stretcher beds, linen and mattress pre-setup in our accommodation for the night. Plus, there's a dining tent and fire to sit around late into the night under millions of stars. Note: Camping in Chobe is only available from April to October, the rest of the year will be at a lodge accommodation outside the park.
Chobe: Coast along the banks of the Chobe River in search of thirsty wildlife coming down to drink.
Chobe: Be on the lookout for any wildlife we may have heard the night before!
Okavango Delta: A night in Africa’s Eden? Yep. This is your true African escape, away from technology. It's gonna be just you, nature and the incredible sights, sounds and smells of the wilderness. Our campsite is located right next to the Khwai river where all forms of wildlife (great and small) come down to drink. So, keep your camera with you! Camp staff will set up your tents as well as cook all your meals on open fires. Your tents come with stretchers, mattresses, linen and towels. And the campsite also has a chill tent during the day for relaxing between Game Drives.
Okavango Delta: Our first taste of the Okavango Delta, as we head to our Contiki Safari Camp. Hopefully spotting some of the ‘Big Five’ on our way.
Okavango Delta: Get up with the sun in search of the amazing wildlife in this garden of Eden.
Okavango Delta: Enjoy another taste of wildlife spotting this afternoon.
Okavango Delta: Enjoy a sunset trip along the waterways of the Khwai River, looking out for the incredible animals that live here.
Okavango Delta: It’s our last drive in the Delta! And our last chance to see any wildlife that eluded us on previous jaunts.
Windhoek: We’ll take a scenic drive through Namibia’s capital, uncovering the city’s top landmarks – from the striking Christuskirche and the Independence Memorial Museum to the grand Parliament Building and its peaceful gardens.
Etosha National Park: Experience life in an African bushman village, as the local people give you a snapshot of their desert lifestyle.
Spitzkoppe: We'll stop off in Spitzkoppe for a bite to eat and a chance to check out the granite peaks that stand out across the glorious desert landscape. Group pic by the famous 'Rock Arch', anyone?
Sossusvlei: Explore Sossusvlei, snap shots of Deadvlei and wander around Big Daddy sand dune
Looking for the ultimate safari adventure through Africa? Travelling with a legendary bunch of 35-45s? This one doesn't just explore the gorgeous city of Cape Town and thundering might of Victoria Falls - it also takes a wild safari through iconic Kruger, before exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Botswana and Namibia, with heaps of included game drives, luxe lodges with swimming pools, opportunities for helicopter wildlife spotting and interactions with indigenous communities. This is the ultimate African adventure, unfiltered, and once you've made memories like these under African skies, your life will never be the same.
day 1 - Cape Town
Hello and welcome to Africa! Your safari adventure with your fellow group of 35-45s starts right here - with some sumptuous scenery (yup, tonights hotel is within arms reach of the V&A Waterfront). Once youve taken your pics, dropped off your bags and heard all about what to expect from your Trip Manager, well kick things off in style with a walkabout dinner.
Our time in Cape Town is dedicated to sightseeing and today is no exception! We'll start at the very top with a cable car ride up Table Mountain, followed by a city tour of Cape Towns key sights and historical attractions. After that, the rest of the day is yours. We recommend the V&A Waterfront (SAs most visited attraction). Youll also have the option to join our Township Tour & Amy Foundation Lunch, which gives you a locally guided insight into life during Apartheid. Tonight, you can get to know your new pals in the best way possible an optional MasterChef-style cooking class with food, drinks and music.
This is your day to take advantage of Cape Towns myriad local excursions after breakfast of course. Our fav is a scenic drive along the cliffs of Chapman's Peak and down to Cape Point the South-Western tip of Africa. In the afternoon, well stop off at Boulders Beach to admire a colony of adorable African penguins - with a chance to go kayaking with them too! What next? Well, you can't go wrong with wine tasting (and a view) to round off an incredible day touring the "fairest Cape in all the world." So, join us if you like!
day 4 - Cape Town to Kruger National Park via Johannesburg
Rise and shine. Today, we have a (very early) flight to Johannesburg, the city of Gold, where our first port of call will be the Kruger National Park. The Savannah is calling. We've got no time to waste! We'll hop straight onto our coach and begin our journey through South Africa's country side to Kruger. Yup, its safari time! We arrive at the gates to Kruger National Park this afternoon with binoculars at the ready. Rolling through this wildlife haven (the size of a small country) for a sunset game drive as we make our way to our exclusive Contiki Safari Camp. Set on the banks of the Sabie River, in the middle of Kruger, this Special Stay has us camping in canvas tents (the kind with mattresses and linen). All dotted around a roaring bonfire, listening to lions off in the distance, and under the African stars. That's right, its not 5 star accommodation...its 5000 star camping.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Cape Town, Johannesburg, Kruger National Park
Today we're up bright and early for our first taste of the fresh morning air. We'll start with an optional sunrise safari just in time to catch Africas elusive predators finishing off their nocturnal hunt. At midday, youll have the chance to relax back at the camp: you can visit the local shop, take a dip in the pool or visit the nearby restaurant where you can look out over the Sabie River and watch as the animals come to quench their thirst (yup, it's preddy special.) This afternoon, its back to the safari vehicles for an optional sunset game drive and another chance to see the Big Five and more. Tonight back at camp, you can choose to join us for a traditional South African braai or BBQ, complete with local sides and desserts.
Rise & shine, explorers! Especially if you wanna choose to take the sunrise game drive (more game drives = more chances of ticking everything off that list). Or you could always choose to sleep in and catch a late brekkie. The game of hide and seek then continues one last time as we head back into the park, keeping our eyes open for any wildlife that's evaded us so far (come on cheetah... where are you) and bid farewell to Kruger. Well head off to Johannesburg this afternoon. Order of business? Crash at the hotel before we fly to Victoria Falls in the morning!
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Kruger National Park, Johannesburg
Accommodation:Sunrock Guesthouse (or similar)
day 7 - Johannesburg to Victoria Falls
This morning we'll drive to the airport to catch our flight up to Victoria Falls. We start off with the number one attraction around - the Falls themselves! Hike along the Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders and the largest waterfall in the world. You might want to pack your raincoat, as during certain times of the year you can get drenched from the rising spray, giving the falls its local name: 'The smoke that thunders'. This afternoon, you'll have the option to jump, zipline or swing off the famous bridge connecting Zimbabwe and Zambia over the Zambezi River. On the menu tonight is an optional buffet of African delicacies with a drum show!Please note: From January to June this trip puts you in the Victoria Falls Waterfront Hotel, Zambia, with a riverside deck and bar that overlooks the spray of the thunderous falls. Travelling from July to December? Don't worry, you're not missing out: we'll put you up in the Shearwater Explorers Village, Zimbabwe, just 400m from the falls - with bohemian cafes, curios markets and swimming pools to explore. It's a win win, basically.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Johannesburg, Victoria Falls
Accommodation:Shearwater Explorer's Village (or similar)
day 8 - Victoria Falls
Today you have the choice to try white water rafting along the Zambezi river. There's also a locally guided village tour - if you wanna get to know the locals and experience their way of life. And then, end the evening with a magnificent sunset cruise including drinks (optional but highly recommended!).
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Victoria Falls
Accommodation:Shearwater Explorer's Village (or similar)
day 9 - Victoria Falls to Chobe
We start today on foot, to literally walk on the wild side with an optional guided walking safari along the Zambezis National Park. This is a unique way to track wildlife on foot while learning about some of the smaller animals plus plants and just generally anything we come across. Wanna go from foot mode to flight mode? Then you've got the option to take a helicopter ride above the thunderous waters below (the best way to see the falls in all their glory!). Then its across the border to Botswana for more of what we love. i.e. safaris! This time, its the world-famous Chobe National Park, known for its huge elephant population. Tonight, youll truly experience the wilderness with a night out in the middle of the African bush. We have a private Contiki site just for us, with our own guides, cooks and a bonfire all set under the stars. After dinner, youll get the chance to fall asleep to the sounds of Africa: a jackal calling in the distance, the loud whoop of a hyena, perhaps the roar of lions as they wake from a daytime slumber. Catch you later, city life!Please note: Overnight Camping in Chobe won't be available during the Summer from October to March. Instead, you'll spend two nights at our lodge with Chobe Sunset and Sunrise Game Drives still included plus a buffet dinner.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park
Accommodation:Contiki Safari Camp (or similar)
day 10 - Chobe
This morning we'll wake up to watch the sunrise over the African bush with a light breakfast, before departing on a morning game drive to hopefully see some of the wildlife we may have heard the night before. We will arrive late morning to check into our new lodge and spend the rest of the day relaxing around the pool and swapping stories from the night before. On our last evening together you can opt for a wildlife cruise on the Chobe river. Surrounded by pods of hippos, crocs basking on the banks and all forms of African animals coming down to drink, this is truly one African sunset you'll never forget followed by a buffet dinner tonight.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Chobe National Park
Accommodation:Kwalape Safari Lodge (or similar)
day 11 - Chobe to Makgadikgadi Salt Pans
Dumela Botswana! Well head south today from Kasaneto Gweta Lodge on the edge of the Makgadikgadi Salt pans. Opt to cruise the salt pans in open safari vehicles in search of a meerkat colony while getting some funky perspective photos in one of the largest salt flats in the world. Tonights treat is sundower drinks under an icon of Botswana before retiring to the lodge for dinner and drinks at the bar.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Chobe National Park, Makgadikgadi Salt Pans
Accommodation:Gweta Lodge (or similar)
day 12 - Makgadikgadi Salt Pans to Okavango Delta
We will say goodbye to the pans (for now) and head on to the wildlife haven that is the Okavango Delta Our minds already blown by this unique natural landscape, it's off to the Okavango Delta, where we'll take an awe-inspiring game drive before settling into our exclusive Contiki Safari Camp. We'll be greeted with luxe two person dome tents - pre-erected of course - with stretchers, mattresses and linen. Dinner? How about a campfire meal as we swap tales under a starswept sky?
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, Okavango Delta
Accommodation:Contiki Safari Camp (or similar)
day 13 - Okavango Delta
Get your David Attenborough voice on, we're in the heart of Africa's iconic wildlife filming paradise. This sprawling wetland is home to some of Africa's most incredible species and after a quick bite to eat we're off on an early morning game drive in the Okavango Delta in hopes of spotting elephants, hippos and (if we're lucky) some predators. We'll head back to camp for a tasty lunch and siesta. Chill in the camp or opt for a Mokoro boat trip along the gorgeous waterways of the delta. In the afternoon we're back on another jaw-dropping game drive before our traditional campfire dinner. This evening we've a once in a lifetime opportunity - a night drive in the bush with spotlights seeking out elusive nocturnal animals you can't find during the day.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Location Visited:Okavango Delta
Accommodation:Contiki Safari Camp (or similar)
day 14 - Okavango Delta to Maun
Another morning at the Delta (the struggle is real.) After coffee and breakfast at sunrise, it's time for another morning game drive eyes peeled for elephants as we make our way out of this wildlife paradise. Check into the lodge, chill by the pool and then take to the skies in an optional Okavango Delta helicopter flight. Hover just meters above the waterways or fly high for stunning views of this unique inland delta and of course, dont forget your binocs for some wildlife spotting from the air. If you've got a head for heights, you won't find views more spectacular than this anywhere in the world. Tonight, youll polish off your last night in Botswana with a night in the town. The Okavango Delta Brewery calls, offering a tour, tasting and dinner for you to enjoy.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Okavango Delta, Maun
Accommodation:Island Safari Lodge (or similar)
day 15 - Maun to Windhoek
We've got a big day ahead of us today. We'll traverse two countries as we leave Botswana and head into Namibia. We'll say goodbye to your first Trip Manager in Maun, cross the border and arrive in Windhoek later that evening. We'll be welcomed by our local Namibian Trip Manager who will take charge for the rest of the adventure. Keep your eyes peeled (and cameras ready) for stunning Savannah scenery along the way.Welcome to the Namibian capital!Time to grab dinner! You're welcome to grab your dinner at the famous Joe's Beerhouse - an (eccentric) cattle ranch style restaurant. There's a lot for you choose from but here's nothing better than some earthy Namibian game meat to kick off our time in Namibia. Youll also have time to go shopping for any last-minute supplies (AKA snacks, sunblock etc).
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Maun, Windhoek
Accommodation:Town Lodge, Windhoek (or similar)
day 16 - Windhoek to Etosha
Well make our way to Etosha National Park today, but not before weve checked out some of Windhoeks iconic attractions on a guided city tour. Well hit the open road with our eyes peeled for beautiful desert scenery, stopping off at a few cultural hotspots too. Well have lunch in Otjiwarongo and then after that, its all eyes on Etosha!After checking in at the lodge, youll have a bit of free time to chill by the pool. Tonight well head out for a walkabout dinner in Outjo fuelling up before the big safari day tomorrow.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Windhoek, Etosha National Park
Accommodation:Ijaba Lodge (or similar)
day 17 - Etosha
Well wake up bright and early this morning, ready to embark on our first big game drive in Namibia. Prepare yourself for a wildlife experience like nowhere else on Earth. Eyes peeled for desert-savvy antelope too! Well head back to the lodge for lunch, and then youll have some free time to sunbathe and relax. Tonight well take a sunset walk and then enjoy a buffet dinner back at the lodge.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Etosha National Park
Accommodation:Ijaba Lodge (or similar)
day 18 - Etosha to Swakopmund via Spitzkoppe
Today well head west to the coastal town of Swakopmund. Along the way, well stop off in the Erongo Mountains to visit the San Bushmen of Omandumba. Theyll teach us their local language, and educate us on how they survive and thrive in the harsh desert conditions. You can also check out their handmade arts and crafts too perfect if youre hunting for souvenirs.Our next stop-off is the Matterhorn of Namibia, where well have lunch and bask in the beauty of the towering granite peaks.Well check into our hotel together, and then youll have a free night to explore and find somewhere to eat.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Etosha National Park, Spitzkoppe, Swakopmund
Accommodation:Prost Hotel (or similar)
day 19 - Swakopmund and Walvis Bay
Here we are in the adventurers paradise that is Swakopmund. First up, were heading to the oceanHere in Walvis Bay, well head to Pelican Point for a kayaking trip like no other. Look out for seals, dolphins, and even whales too(!).This afternoon youre free to explore Swakopmund at your leisure. Check out the local restaurants and bars, hit the dunes for some active adventures, or do both (if youre feeling ambitious). Tonight well take a township tour where you'll meet local people, learn all about their way of life, and feast on a homemade dinner at a traditional restaurant.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Swakopmund, Walvis Bay, Swakopmund
Accommodation:Prost Hotel (or similar)
day 20 - Swakopmund to Sossusvlei
This morning well take a long (but beautiful) drive into the Namibian desert. On the way, well stop for lunch at Solitare a one-horse town famous for its apple pie.This evening, well arrive at our lodge near the Soussusvlei salt and clay pans! Framed by some of the highest sand dunes in the world, this is one of the most iconic and jaw-dropping attractions in the whole of Namibia. After checking in, youll have the chance to have a little swim, and then well head out for a sunset desert drive followed by a buffet dinner back at the lodge.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Swakopmund, Sossusvlei
Accommodation:Soft Adventure Camp (or similar)
day 21 - Sossusvlei to Windhoek
Were up early this morning to visit Namib-Naukluft National Park eyes open for Oryx and other desert-dwelling wildlife. Once we hit the sand dunes, well leave the jeep and go for a walk along Big Daddy sand dune down into nearby Deadvlei. Expect unrivalled 360 views, and to hear yourself constantly saying So THATS where my desktop background comes from!After lunch, well hit the road for a final picturesque drive back into Windhoek. Well check in, freshen up and then head out for a farewell dinner at the famous Joes Beerhouse.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Sossusvlei, Windhoek
Accommodation:Town Lodge, Windhoek (or similar)
day 22 - Windhoek
Rise, shine, prep your goodbyes and get planning for the big reunion (same time next year, anyone?). But before the trip ends officially, well all enjoy one last hearty breakfast together.
