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Tour Overview

Discover southern Africa's waterways, national parks and the wildlife that calls them home on this 18-day adventure. Canoe down the lush waterways of the Okavango Delta, watch hippos wallowing along the shores of the Chobe River, safari in the vast parks of Hwange, Kruger and Matobo, set up camp in the bush and sleep in a village homestay. Join an adventure through southern Africa’s most beautiful landscapes in search of elephants, lions, rhinos, warthogs and leopards.

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Trip Code: UBOQC

Start

Johannesburg

End

Johannesburg

Destination

Botswana

Meals

17 breakfasts, 15 dinners

Transport

Overland vehicle, Open safari vehicle, Mokoro

Accommodation

Camping (with facilities) (13 nights), Bush camp (no facilities) (2 nights), Hotel (1 night), Homestay (1 night)

Days

18

Max Group Size

Min 1 - Max 22

Min Age

15

Style

Basici

Physical

3i

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Track rhinos on foot with an expert local guide in Matobo National Park and support local conservation efforts with a visit to Khama Rhino Sanctuary.

  • Immerse yourself in the ancient culture of the Venda people during a village homestay in South Africa's Limpopo province.

  • Camp on a remote island in the heart of the Okavango wilderness for an experience you’ll never forget. As the sun sets and night falls, the sounds of Africa come alive!

  • Explore the magnificent Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, some of the largest salt flats in the world. These plains make for some magical photography.

  • Marvel at the unforgettable views of Blyde River Canyon. This lush gorge is up there with the world's largest and greenest.

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included

Inclusions and activities

Meals

17 breakfasts, 15 dinners

Transport

Overland vehicle, Open safari vehicle, Mokoro

Accommodation

Camping (with facilities) (13 nights), Bush camp (no facilities) (2 nights), Hotel (1 night), Homestay (1 night)

Included activities

  • Khama Rhino Sanctuary - Sunset Game Drive Open Vehicle
  • Okavango Delta - Sunrise Walk
  • Nata - Makgadikgadi Salt Pans 4WD Excursion
  • Chobe National Park - River Cruise
  • Victoria Falls – Traditional Zimbabwe Dinner

Optional activities

    Is This Trip Right for You?

    Is this trip right for you?

    • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

    • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

    • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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