Victoria Falls to Joburg - 12 Days
Victoria Falls to Joburg - 12 Days
Victoria Falls to Joburg - 12 Days
12 Days Starting in Victoria Falls and ending in Johannesburg
Visiting: Victoria Falls, Kasane, Chobe National Park, Nata, Makgadikgadi Pans, Mapesu Private Game Reserve, Mapungubwe National Park, Kruger National Park, Hazyview, Johannesburg
Tour operator:
Tour code:
2596/FTJS
Specialist Group:
LGBT
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
4 - 15
Age range:
Average age 40s - 70s but flexible age policy. Minimum age 10.If travelling with children parents need to be aware of the very long driving days (distances noted in the trip notes). Rooms for families - one child up to 17 yrs old can share a room with 2 a
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Tour Overview
SMALL GROUP LODGE SAFARI: Travel from Victoria Falls to Johannesburg on this 12-day lodge accommodated safari. There's time to visit the spectacular Victoria Falls before crossing in Botswana to spot an abundance of wildlife in Chobe National Park and watch the sunset over the Makgadikgadi Pans. Then it's onto South Africa to view Kaoxa Bushman paintings, see the spectacular Blyde River Canyon and search for the Big Five on game drives in Kruger National Park.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Victoria Falls
Upon arrival at Victoria Falls Airport, you'll be met and transferred to our hotel in the town of Victoria Falls. There is a pre departure meeting in the hotel foyer at 6pm. The rest of today is free for you to explore the town independently.
Day 2: Free Day In Victoria Falls
Location: Victoria Falls
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is free to spend at leisure. Be sure to visit the spectacular Victoria Falls (park entrance not included). which is without doubt one of the most spectacular sights in Africa! You can also browse the local markets for soapstone sculptures and enjoy a range of exciting activities which are available to book locally. From scenic helicopter flights over the falls to white water rafting and sunset cruises.
Day 3-4: Chobe National Park
Location: Kasane, Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Victoria Falls - Kasane (Botswana). We cross into Botswana on day 3 and travel to our lodge on the banks of the Chobe River. The rest of the day is free to relax by the pool and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Look out for warthogs scurrying around the grounds!
Chobe is famous for its picturesque scenery, wonderful sunsets and abundance of wildlife. On day 4 we enjoy an early morning game drive in Chobe National Park and a sunset game viewing boat cruise on the Chobe River, spotting wildlife on the banks of the river.
Day 5: Nata Region
Location: Chobe National Park, Nata, Kasane, Makgadikgadi Pans
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Kasane - Nata Region. Today we travel to the Nata Region and visit the Makgadikgadi Pans. Situated North-East of Botswana, Makhadikgadi Pans is one of the largest salt flats in the world, extending from the Boteti River in the west to the Ntwetwe Pan in the East. Here we take in the beautiful sunset over the remains of an ancient 6500km2 lake.
Day 6: Musina
Location: Mapesu Private Game Reserve, Nata
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Nata - Mapesu Private Game Reserve (South Africa). We travel through Botswana today and cross the Limpopo River into South Africa. We spend the next two nights at a lodge in Mapesu Private Game Reserve on the border of Mapungubwe National Park. Mapungubwe National Park and Mapungubwe Hill is at the centre of the World Heritage Landscape where the first southern African kingdom was established in the 13th Century, it's also famous for its San rock art sites.
Day 7: Mapungubwe National Park
Location: Mapungubwe National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We take a scenic morning walk to view the remarkably well-preserved Kaoxa Bushman paintings today and in the afternoon enjoy a sunset game drive in Mapungubwe National Park. Look out for wildlife in the park and take in spectacular views over the Baobab laden landscape.
Day 8: Kruger National Park
Location: Kruger National Park, Hazyview, Mapesu Private Game Reserve
Meals Included: Breakfast
Mapesu Private Game Reserve - Hazyview. We travel south today, along the beautiful Panorama Route to Kruger National Park. On our journey we visit Bourkes Luck Potholes and see the beautiful Blyde River Canyon, one of South Africa’s remarkable natural sights. The canyon is 26km long, averages 800m deep and forms the northern edge of the Drakensberg Mountain Range. At God's Window we take in the breath-taking view across the canyon and surrounding area. Late afternoon we arrive at our lodge where we'll spend the next 3 nights.
Day 9-10: Kruger National Park
Location: Kruger National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast
Kruger is the largest game reserve in South Africa and it's home to the Big Five, as well as numerous other species of fauna and flora. On day 9 we have an exciting full day game drive inside the park in open 4x4 vehicles, going in search of the Big Five.
The following day is free to relax before we head out on a late afternoon game drive inside the park in open 4x4 vehicles. As the heat reduces we're likely to enjoy sightings of more active animals in the park.
Day 11: Johannesburg
Location: Johannesburg, Hazyview
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Hazyview - Johannnesburg. We travel to Johannesburg today, South Africa's biggest city and capital of its inland. Upon arrival spend the remains of the day at leisure.
Day 12: Johannesburg
Location: Johannesburg
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our incredible adventure comes to an end after breakfast. A departure transfer to O.R Tambo International Airport is included.
Day 11: Johannesburg
Location: Johannesburg
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Hazyview - Johannnesburg. We travel to Johannesburg today, South Africa's biggest city and capital of its inland. Upon arrival spend the remains of the day at leisure.
Day 12: Johannesburg
Location: Johannesburg
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our incredible adventure comes to an end after breakfast. A departure transfer to O.R Tambo International Airport is included.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Mid range lodges -
11 breakfasts and 6 dinners
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11 nights mid-range (3-4 star) lodges, hotels, and chalets with ensuite facilities
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Departure transfer to Johannesburg Airport on day 12
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Mapungubwe National Park - Kaoxa Bushman paintings and sunset game drive
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Arrival transfer from Vic Falls Airport on day 1
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Makgadikgadi Pans excursion
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Chobe National Park - morning game drive in an open 4x4 vehicles and afternoon Chobe River game viewing cruise
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Panorama Route excursion
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Kruger National Park - full day game drive and a late afternoon game drive in 4x4 safari vehicle
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Park entrance fees
What's Not Included
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International flights and visas
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Optional activities
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Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
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Victoria Falls NP entrance fee
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Local payment - USD250pp, payable on Day 1
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Local payment - USD250pp, to be paid on arrival
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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