Zimbabwe, Botswana, South Africa Overland Safari & Participation Camping Tour by G Adventures

15 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

22 peopleMaximum group size

12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Ends

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Highlights

Enjoy the many optionals in the area of Victoria Falls.

View rhinos in Matobo National Park.

Set off on wildlife safari drive in Kruger National Park.

Search for wildlife from a mokoro (canoe) in the Okavango Delta

Itinerary

Hop aboard one of our Landos (overland adventure vehicle) and cruise through Botswana, South Africa, and Zimbabwe. 15 days of wildlife, captivating wilderness, and remote camp outs making for an epic overlanding adventure. Find the “big five” in Kruger National Park, feel the spray of Victoria Falls, search for rhinos on foot in Matobo National Park, sing songs around the fire with locals, travel into the delta by mokoro canoe and spend time getting to know Africa on a deeper level.

day 1 - Victoria Falls

Arrive at any time.

Tonight after a brief welcome meeting, choose to get to know your group members with an optional group dinner at a nearby local restaurant in Victoria Falls.
Victoria Falls is a great base to kick-off a southern African adventure to see some natural wonders and take part in some exciting activities. Arrive before your tour starts and opt to get up close (and wet from the spray) while awing at the immense Victoria Falls, raft the whitewater of the mighty Zambezi, or for the more adventurous, bungee jump with Victoria Falls in view.

Accomodation:Explorers Village Camping (or similar)

Included Activity:Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

Optional Activities:Livingstone Island (Devil's Pool) Swim Take a swim on the wild side. Travel to Livingstone Island and take the opportunity to swim in the Devil's Pool - a rock pool at the lip of Victoria Falls, offering visitors the incredible experience of peering over the edge of one of the largest waterfalls in the world. Please note that this activity is only offered in the low water season (August to December), and on the Lunch and High Tea excursions. Due to high demand, we strongly recommend speaking to your CEO at the beginning of the tour to book this activity in advance. Please note that this activity takes place in Livingstone, Zambia, and visa fees are not included in the price of this activity., Canoeing the Zambezi Opt to canoe above the Falls on the upper Zambezi for a unique and tranquil bird and animal sighting experience., Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride - 25min , Zambezi Bungee Jump Get the adrenaline pumping with a bungee jump from the Victoria Falls Bridge over the Zambezi River. Hear the rush of Victoria Falls as you enjoy this once in a lifetime experience., Livingstone Island (Devil's Pool) Morning Breezer , Microlight Flight over Victoria Falls Take a 12-15 Microlight flight over the falls to get an unparalleled, unobstructed view of the spectacular gorge that the Zambezi River has carved into the surrounding landscape over thousands of years. Please note that this activity takes place in Livingstone, Zambia and visa fees are not included in the price of this activity., Bridge Swing over the Zambezi Get strapped up, step over the Victoria Falls Bridge and free fall for 80 meters into the Batoka Gorge. Enjoy the views as you swing back and forth over the roaring Zambezi river, with cascading waterfalls at your side. Don't think you can hack it alone? Swing with a partner., Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride - 15 Mins , Victoria Falls Whitewater Rafting , Full Day Excursion to Chobe National Park

day 2 - Victoria Falls/Matobo National Park

Begin the Day early with Victoria Falls thundering in the distance. Then, climb into the Lando and enjoy the scenery along the way to Matobo National Park. It will be a full travel day.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:African Wanderer Campsite (or similar)

Transport:Lando Duration : 6.0 hr Distance : 475 km

day 3 - Matobo National Park

Set off in an open wildlife safari through Matobo National Park in Zimbabwe. Visit a Khoisan cave with historic paintings, learn about edible plants, and wildlife conservation efforts.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:African Wanderer Campsite (or similar)

Included Activities:Guided Rhino Walk , Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive

day 4 - Matobo National Park/Tshipise

Spend most of the Day travelling in the Lando before crossing the border into South Africa. In the evening, relax at the campsite and opt to enjoy the mineral pool located nearby.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:Tshipise a Forever Resort Campsite (or similar)

Transport:Lando Duration : 7.0 hr Distance : 600 km

Included Activity:Border Crossing (Zimbabwe - South Africa)

Optional Activities:Hot Springs Soak After a long day of traveling, take a relaxing soak in the warm water mineral pool at the campsite. “Tshipise” meaning “something warm”, refers to the mineral springs feeding the pool. The famous Tshipise koppie (hill) towers protectively over the charming resort, set amongst a host of indigenous trees.

day 5 - Tshipise/Kruger National Park

Spend the full Day on a wildlife safari drive within the 5 million acres of Kruger National Park. Search for the “big five” and travel through the vast savannah stopping at prime viewing areas like Hippo Pool, the Kruger Tablets, and the Red Rocks.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:Satara Rest Campsite (or similar)

Transport:Lando Duration : 1.0 hr - 1.5 hr

Included Activity:Kruger Wildlife Safari Drive Duration : 6.0 hr

day 6 - Kruger National Park/Greater Kruger Area

Spend another Day on a safari drive through Kruger National Park. Please note there is also the option to embark on the safari in a 4x4 vehicle instead. Later, sit down for a traditional dinner with the group and take part in some local dancing.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:Aan De Vliet Holiday Resort (or similar)

Transport:Lando Duration : 7.0 hr Distance : 200 km

Included Activities:Kruger Wildlife Safari Drive Duration : 6.0 hr, Traditional Dinner and Local Dancing

Optional Activities:Kruger National Park Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive - Full day Hop in a 4x4 safari vehicle and get yourself one step closer to the surrounding nature. Be ready to spot elephants, giraffes, hippos, lions, zebras, and many other species in this impressive South African national park.

day 7 - Greater Kruger Area/Johannesburg

Spend the Day in the Lando enjoying the scenery en route to Johannesburg, which is also South Africa’s largest city. There will be some free time in the evening to find a place for dinner on your own.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Accomodation:Hotel Sky Sandton (or similar)

Transport:Lando Duration : 8.0 hr Distance : 407 km

day 8 - Johannesburg

Spend a free Day getting to know Johannesburg on your own or with other members of the group. Choose to wander through museums and historic properties and sample food, music, and art all Day long.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Hotel Sky Sandton (or similar)

Optional Activities:Cycle Tour in Soweto Explore South Africa’s largest township on two wheels., Apartheid Museum Take a self guided tour around the complex and learn about the history of the apartheid in South Africa.

day 9 - Johannesburg/Serowe

Cross the border into Botswana and travel across the desolate landscape of the central-eastern part of the country to the wild bush within Khama Rhino Sanctuary; a unique community initiative in wildlife conservation. This is where the group will stop for the night and set up camp before time around the fire beneath a starry sky.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:Khama Rhino Sanctuary Camp (or similar)

Transport:Lando Distance : 170 km, Lando Duration : 4.5 hr Distance : 400 km

Included Activity:Border Crossing (South Africa - Botswana)

day 10 - Serowe/Maun

Enjoy a wildlife drive through the Khama Sanctuary, learning more about this special place along the route. Climb back in the Lando and travel through Maun where the land becomes more fertile the closer you get to the Okavango Delta.
Choose to prebook a scenic helicopter ride through the Delta during your free time in Maun.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Accomodation:Sedia Hotel Campsite (or similar)

Transport:Lando Duration : 6.0 hr - 7.0 hr Distance : 524 km

Included Activity:Khama Rhino Sanctuary Sundown Game Drive Duration : 2.0 hr

Optional Activities:Delta Doors-off Scenic Helicopter Flight

day 11 - Maun/Okavango Delta

On the way to the Delta set off on a wildlife walk and learn about tracking the animals while gaining more insight into their natural behaviours. Later, begin an exciting excursion deep into the Okavango Delta in a traditional mokoro (dugout canoe) and search for birds en route to the basic bush camp where you’ll set up camp and sing with the locals for the evening.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:Tamog Tours & Safaris Okavango Delta Camping (or similar)

Transport:Mokoro Duration : 1.0 hr - 2.0 hr, Safari Vehicle Duration : 1.0 hr

Included Activity:Okavango Delta Excursion

day 12 - Okavango Delta/Gweta

Choose to wake up early and watch a sunrise in the bush before traveling out of the Okavango Delta via mokoro through the channels. There will be time for showers while in Maun before boarding the Lando to Gweta, where the group will camp under the massive baobab trees. Free time will be had upon arrival to camp.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:Elephant Sands Lodge Campsite (or similar)

Transport:Safari Vehicle Duration : 1.0 hr, Lando Duration : 4.0 hr Distance : 240 km, Mokoro Duration : 1.0 hr - 2.0 hr

day 13 - Gweta/Kasane

Journey overland to Kasane where there will be free time. Choose to embark on a sunset river cruise in Chobe National Park, which also happens to be home to the largest elephant population in southern Africa.
The best way to appreciate one of Botswana's national parks and its thousands of resident elephants, crocodiles, and hippos is on an optional sunset boat cruise on the Chobe River. You can pre-book this on the checkout page, or through your Global Connection Officer or travel agent.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Accomodation:Thebe River Safari Lodge Campsite (or similar)

Transport:Lando Duration : 6.0 hr Distance : 420 km

Optional Activities:Chobe River Sunset Cruise

day 14 - Kasane/Victoria Falls

Drive in the Lando across the border between Botswana and Zimbabwe; home of epic Victoria Falls. Stop for a traditional lunch at the G Adventures—supported Lusumpuko Women’s Club. Upon arrival there will be free time for the optional activities available in the area.
For the adventurous we recommend going whitewater rafting, taking a scenic helicopter flight over the falls, or bungee jumping with the waterfalls in sight. You can also opt to prebook the Chobe National Park Safari Drive and head out early into the park before crossing the border into Zimbabwe.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Accomodation:Explorers Village Camping (or similar)

Transport:Lando Duration : 0.75 hr Distance : 20 km, Lando Duration : 1.5 hr - 2.0 hr Distance : 65 km

Included Activities:Border Crossing (Botswana to Zimbabwe or vice versa), Lusumpuko Women's Club Lunch

Optional Activities:Victoria Falls Visit , Chobe National Park Safari Drive Immerse yourself in Chobe National Park in an open-backed, open-seated safari vehicle, and experience the stunning wilderness of the game-rich park in the care of a very knowledgeable and friendly guide. Explore with your eyes as the tour drives along routes that overlook the beautiful Chobe River and keep an eye out for the remarkable variety of animals that are drawn to this permanent water source. During the safari drives it is not uncommon to spot several of Africa’s “big five” in the greater Chobe area and the early morning drive lasting 3 hours is a wonderful opportunity to have some unique sightings.

day 15 - Victoria Falls

Depart anytime.

If you aren't ready to leave just yet talk with your CEO about extending your adventure and get to know more of Zimbabwe or beyond!

Included Activity:Departure Day

Optional Activities:Livingstone Island (Devil's Pool) Morning Breezer , Livingstone Island (Devil's Pool) Swim Take a swim on the wild side. Travel to Livingstone Island and take the opportunity to swim in the Devil's Pool - a rock pool at the lip of Victoria Falls, offering visitors the incredible experience of peering over the edge of one of the largest waterfalls in the world. Please note that this activity is only offered in the low water season (August to December), and on the Lunch and High Tea excursions. Due to high demand, we strongly recommend speaking to your CEO at the beginning of the tour to book this activity in advance. Please note that this activity takes place in Livingstone, Zambia, and visa fees are not included in the price of this activity., Microlight Flight over Victoria Falls Take a 12-15 Microlight flight over the falls to get an unparalleled, unobstructed view of the spectacular gorge that the Zambezi River has carved into the surrounding landscape over thousands of years. Please note that this activity takes place in Livingstone, Zambia and visa fees are not included in the price of this activity., Bridge Swing over the Zambezi Get strapped up, step over the Victoria Falls Bridge and free fall for 80 meters into the Batoka Gorge. Enjoy the views as you swing back and forth over the roaring Zambezi river, with cascading waterfalls at your side. Don't think you can hack it alone? Swing with a partner., Canoeing the Zambezi Opt to canoe above the Falls on the upper Zambezi for a unique and tranquil bird and animal sighting experience., Victoria Falls Whitewater Rafting , Zambezi Bungee Jump Get the adrenaline pumping with a bungee jump from the Victoria Falls Bridge over the Zambezi River. Hear the rush of Victoria Falls as you enjoy this once in a lifetime experience., Zipline over the Zambezi Glide along a zipline track for 300 metres over the rapids of the Batoka Gorge below. Take in incredible views of the Victoria Falls along the way., Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride - 15 Mins

Zimbabwe, Botswana, South Africa Overland Safari & Participation Camping

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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 USD165-215 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 FallsYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupGuided rhino walk and open vehicle safari drive in Matobo NPKruger NP entrance with wildlife safari drives in our overland vehicleKhama Rhino Sanctuary DriveOkavango Delta overnight bush camping excursion

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