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12 Day Victoria Falls, Botswana & Kruger - Overland Tour

StartVictoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
EndJohannesburg
Duration: 12 Days
Style of Tour :
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USD 2290.00AUD 3,469.70CAD 3,136.99EURO 2,100.92GBP 1,861.79ZAR 45,800.00

Victoria Fall is our starting point, and be certain to take part in some of the many adrenaline activities. Crossing the border into Botswana we set up camp on the Chobe River. A sunset cruise offers an opportunity to see elephants, hippos and many other animal species. Next stop is the Okavango Delta - a true wilderness area. Pole through the waterways, swim and enjoy nature walks. Moving towards the Kruger we stop at various view points on the Panorama Route. We enjoy game drives through Kruger Park looking for any animals we may have missed. The tour ends in Johannesburg

Countries visitingBotswana, South Africa, Zimbabwe
Trip ID:DTATVJ12
Accommodation on tour:Camping

Highlights

  • Victoria Falls - Zimbabwe
  • Chobe National Park
  • Sunset wildlife cruise
  • Okavango Delta
  • Poling in Mokoros (canoes) and Nature walks
  • Panorama Route
  • Kruger Park
  • Game drives

Below is the basic day to day brief,

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Day 1:  Victoria Falls 
Today is an arrivals day and gives you the chance to explore the area.

Meals:  None


Day 2:  Victoria Falls 
Victoria Falls is well known for its wide variety of activities - including white water rafting, bungee jumping, sunset cruises and more. Victoria Falls is spectacular and a visit to the falls is included. Be prepared to get drenched from the spay.

Meals:  None
Included Activity:  Entrance to Victoria Falls


Day 3:  Victoria Falls - Chobe National Park
After breakfast we head for Botswana and the town of Kasane. Chobe National Park is famous for its large herds of elephants and predators are common. We take a wildlife boat cruise down the Chobe River and can expect to see elephants, hippos and many other animals coming down to drink. Have your camera handy.

Meals:  Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Included Activity:  Chobe River Cruise


Day 4:  Chobe - Nata
Our journey continues as we travel through rural Botswana - a very sparsely populated country.. We set up camp at a game reserve near Nata. There is an option to do a game drive or a guided bush walk this afternoon. (time dependent)

Meals:  Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Optional Activities:  Game Drive / Bush Walk


Day 5 - 7:  Maun - Okavango Delta
The first night of our Okavango Delta adventure is spent in Maun - the gateway to the Delta. The Delta is one of Africa’s last true wilderness area and is home to many species of animals and birds. The Okavango is well documented for its winding waterways and abundance of wildlife.

Our overnight excursion begins with a drive to meet or guides who will pole us through the delta on “mokoros”  (traditional canoes). Winding our way through the canals we reach our camp deep in the Okavango. The afternoon will be spent doing bush walks and and mokoro trails. The next morning we wind our way back to our vehicle and transfer to Maun, where you will be able to explore the town or even take in a scenic flight.

Meals:  3 x Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Included Activities:  Okavango Delta excursion


Day 8:  Maun - Palapye
A fairly long drive awaits us as we leave the delta and head towards South Africa. We spend the night at a popular campsite for those travelling across Botswana.

Meals:  Breakfast, lunch & dinner


Day 9:  Botswana - Blyde River Canyon (South Africa)
Today we cross the border into South Africa and head towards the scenic Blyde River Canyon where we spend the night. The canyon is well known for its incredible views and we visit the famous “3 Rondavels” and God’s Window on the Drakensberg escarpment. There are small entrance fees to access the view points, where you will also have an opportunity to buy some local crafts.

Meals:  Breakfast, lunch & dinner


Day 10:  Panorama Route - Kruger Park
Continuing our scenic drive along the Panorama Route, we head for our camp inside the Kruger Park. The Kruger is located in the “lowveld” which provides ideal conditions for wildlife to thrive. With a large concentration of animals, the Kruger is the ideal location for a safari. We set up camp inside the Kruger Park and embark on a night drive where we have an opportunity to encounter nocturnal animals.

Meals:  Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Included Activity:  Evening Game Drive


Day 11:  Kruger National Park
An early start to the day as we head in search of the many species of animals and birds found in the Kruger, including the Big 5. The day is spent viewing Africa’s famous wildlife and we will visit some of the popular water holes and other viewing spots. After a morning of exciting animal viewing we will stop at one of the rest camps in the Kruger. The afternoon is spent trying to to find any of the animal species that may have alluded us. At sunset we head back to camp for a well deserved rest.

Meals:  Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Included Activity:  Full Day Kruger Safari


Day 12:  Kruger Park - Johannesburg
After breakfast we pack up and leave the Kruger for our final journey to Johannesburg where our adventure tour ends.

Meals:  Breakfast


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Approx. tour cost in
USD 2290.00AUD 3,469.70CAD 3,136.99EURO 2,100.92GBP 1,861.79ZAR 45,800.00

2023 Tour Prices - Per person

USD$ 2,290 per person

  • Camping Adventure
  • Qualified tour guides
  • Specially adapted overland vehicles
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Sleeping bag required - mattresses provided
  • Travel insurance and visas
  • All items of a personal nature
  • Beverages
  • Snacks
  • Souvenirs, tips
  • Optional activities (see list on Itinerary for complete breakdown).
This tour has a duration of: 12 Days

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