14 Day Best of Southern Africa - Lodge Tour Popular

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Day 1:  Pretoria to Kruger Park

Our adventure begins with an early start from Pretoria as we travel east to the scenic province of Mpumulanga. We enjoy a stop at the famous Blyde River Canyon and take in the “Three Rondawels”, and the spectacular surrounding scenery. After lunch we head for our accommodation located a short distance from the Kruger Park set in beautiful gardens. After dinner we unwind on our first evening of this amazing tour.

Meals:  Dinner

Day 2:  Kruger Park

Waking at sunrise we board our especially adapted 4x4 safari vehicles. We enter the park as soon as the gates open and begin an exciting morning of wildlife viewing. Our experienced guides know the area well and assist in finding the best game viewing spots as well as providing a wealth of information.  The high concentration of animals in the Kruger Park makes for an incredible safari experience. We take a lunch break at one of the Kruger rest camps before heading off on our afternoon game drive, where we have an opportunity to spot more wildlife including the Big 5. Our safari ends at sunset as we head for accommodation and a well-deserved rest.

Meals:  Breakfast and Dinner

Day 3:  Kruger Park to Polokwane Game Reserve

After breakfast we pack up and leave the Kruger area and head north for the Limpopo province, and the town of Polokwane. This is where we gain insights into the Bakone tribe and their unique culture. An informative open-air museum is where we learn about their traditions of making fire, how they harvested their food and about their interesting, beautifying decorative aspects of their dwellings.

Meals:  Breakfast and Dinner

Day 4:  Polokwane to Bulawayo (Zimbabwe)

Today we have a long drive as we leave South Africa and cross the Limpopo River into Zimbabwe.  Travelling through rural Zimbabwe, we head for Bulawayo, the second largest city in Zimbabwe. In the afternoon we have time to explore this historical town.  Note that this is dependent on how long border formalities take.

Meals:  Breakfast and Dinner

Day 5:  Bulawayo – Matobo National Park

Today we board our open game vehicles and head to the Matobo National Park. Known for its spectacular rock formations, this world heritage site is home to numerous bushman paintings as well as a large population of black and white rhinos. There is also a large concentration of leopards and the magnificent black eagle.  We enjoy a game walk where we have a chance to view these animals and rest in the afternoon at our own leisure. Matobo National Park is also home to infamous Cecil John Rhodes and there is an optional full day tour available where we travel to his grave and also explore the beautiful Matabo hills and visit some ancient bushman paintings.

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 6:  Bulawayo to Victoria Falls

Our journey continues north as we head to Victoria Falls – one of the seven natural wonders of the world. We arrive in the afternoon and visit this spectacular waterfall with its natural rain forests created by the immense spray generated by the Falls. We finish an exciting day with a sunset cruise up the Zambezi River where we have an opportunity to view elephants, hippos and other animals coming down to the river to drink. Victoria Falls is the adventure capital of Southern Africa and offers a huge variety of activities. The Zambezi River and surrounding villages offer opportunities for both adrenaline as well as cultural activities. Note that the visit to the waterfalls may take place in the morning depending on time constraints.

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 7:  Victoria Falls

This morning, we are up bright and early to visit the spectacular Victoria Falls. The rest of this exciting day is spent exploring this amazing area and partaking in some of the activities on offer.

Meals:  Breakfast

Optional Activities – Victoria Falls – some of the popular options    

• Bungee Jumping                  

• Sunset Zambezi cruise                  

• Full day White water rafting           

• Gorge swing                                    

• Helicopter Scenic flight                    

 Day 8:  Victoria Falls to Chobe National Park

The second part of our tour begins with an early departure from Victoria Falls. It is a fairly short drive to the border and then on to Kasane - a small wilderness town on the edge of the Chobe National Park. It is not unusual to encounter elephants or buffalo in the streets of Kasane. After lunch there is an opportunity to do an optional 4x4 game drive in the Chobe National Park. The Chobe is well known for its huge herds of elephants and a high concentration of predators. In the late afternoon we enjoy a cruise down the Chobe River. Expect to encounter elephant, hippos, crocodiles and a large variety of antelope. Have your cameras ready.

Meals:  Breakfast. Dinner

Included Highlight:  Chobe 4x4 game drive and boat cruise

Day 9:  Chobe National Park to Gweta

Today we travel through rural Botswana to Gweta – the gate way to Makgadikgadi and Nxai Pans. Elephant and buffalo are often spotted alongside the roads as the area is largely unfenced allowing the wildlife to roam free. In the afternoon there is an option to do an optional excursion to the Baobab Forest, or just relax at the lodge.

Meals:  Breakfast and dinner

Optional Activity:  Excursion to Boabab Forest US$40

Day 10:  Gweta to Maun

An early breakfast is followed by a guided walk through the local Tswana village, providing insight into local culture and traditions. We then travel to Maun – the gate way to the Okavango Delta. Arriving in Maun, a real frontier town, we stock up on provisions before heading to our remote camp. The afternoon is spent unwinding with a cool drink and soaking up the bush atmosphere.

Meals:  Breakfast and Dinner

Day 11 & 12:  Okavango Delta

An exciting day begins with a 4x4 transfer deep into the bush to the delta. We meet our local guides, and pack our gear into the mokoros (traditional canoes).  We pole our way through this amazing wilderness area, with its winding waterways and incredible birdlife. One can expect to see some of the resident wildlife. The Okavango Delta is one of Africa’s true wilderness areas and many species of animals roam freely and migrate to the water during the dry months. The night is spent in a tented camp and there is time to explore the area on foot. The Okavango Delta is a well-known safari destination and famous for its wildlife, birdlife and incredible beauty. The evening is spent in permanent tents with basic en-suite facilities. In the morning we head off on an early morning informative nature walk. After breakfast we depart our camp and pole through the channels back to our land transport. The afternoon is spent exploring this safari town.

Meals:  2 x Breakfasts, 2 x Lunches and 2 x Dinners

Optional Activities: Okavango Scenic flight US$650, Maun Horse Riding US$65, Helicopter ride US$450

Day 13:  Maun to Khama Rhino Sanctuary

We depart the waterways of the Okavango and travel through the dry Kalahari. Our destination is the Rhino sanctuary located on the Serowe Pan on the edge of the Kalahari. In the afternoon we head out with local rangers for a informative game drive to explore the area and learn about the endangered rhino as well as other interesting info about the local area.

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 14:  Botswana to Johannesburg

The final day of our Kruger Park, Victoria Falls and Okavango Delta tour sees us crossing the Limpopo River and travelling through South Africa to the bustling city of Johannesburg. We arrive in Johannesburg in the late afternoon.

Meals:  Breakfast

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