Big 5 African Safaris, accommodated, camping and fully escorted
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Twin share chalet/tented accommodation with ensuite
Meals as per itinerary
Sightseeing, park entry fees
Okavango Delta Excursion included
Local payment USD$620pp
Meals not included in itinerary
Optional activities
Items of a personal nature
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See the best of Southern Africa with the Cape to Kruger Discovery safari. This tour will take you through diverse landscapes such as the deserts of Namibia, the labyrinth of waterways of the Okavango Delta and the bushveld of Kruger National Park., You will also visit some of the best national parks and game reserves in Africa such as Etosha, the Delta, Chobe and Kruger. To make it a truly remarkable trip your tour is interwoven with cultural experiences plus includes flights into the Okavango Delta.
South Africa
Namibia
Botswana
Zimbabwe
We depart Cape Town and drive north to the spectacular Cederberg region. We spend some time this afternoon learning about what to expect on tour as well as the vehicle and equipment.
Meals Included: LD
We travel through Namaqualand and to the Gariep/Orange River. The night is spent getting to know one another over a hearty meal.
Meals Included: BLD
In the morning we have the opportunity to experience the Gariep/Orange River by canoe, or spend some time relaxing. After lunch we travel north to visit the Ai-Ais Hot Springs and overnight close to the mighty Fish River Canyon. Optional Activities: Half day Canoe Adventure.
Meals Included: BLD
After an early breakfast we take a scenic walk along the rim of the Fish River Canyon. After visiting the canyon we travel further inland to the Kalahari area of Namibia. On the way we will visit the Kokerboom (Quiver tree) Forest.
Meals Included: BLD
This morning those who wish to spend some time with the !Kung tribe will have the chance to do so. Later we drive west towards the massive dunes of Sossusvlei. Optional Activities: African Tribal interaction.
Meals Included: BLD
When we enter the Sossusvlei area we are joined by a local expert to learn about the unique desert ecosystem. After the tour you can hike up Dune 45 for some photos or take a rest, before an afternoon excursion to the small Sesriem canyon.
Meals Included: BLD
Today we cross the Tropic of Capricorn on our way through the desert. Our first stop is Walvis Bay where we may see some flamingos. On arrival in Swakopmund you will be briefed on the different optional activities available. Optional Activities: Dinner, Quad biking, Sand boarding, Sky Diving, Scenic Flights etc.
Meals Included: BL
This day is left free for you to explore the town or try one of the many adventure activities. Optional Activities: Quad biking, Sky diving, Sand boarding, scenic Flights etc
Meals Included: BLD
Heading inland, we drive north towards Kamanjab where we meet with the local people from this area. The Himba are a pastoral people and predominantly breed cattle or goats. Encountering a totally different way of life can be a moving experience for many people.
Meals Included: BLD
Travel onto Etosha National Park. Etosha is a unique game viewing experience due to its salt pan base and flood lit water holes. Head out on various game drives and spend the evenings at the abundant water holes watching the procession of animals coming in to drink.
Note: On some occasions accommodation may be outside of the park
Meals Included: BLD
On our way to Namibia’s capital city we stop at a craft market so you can purchase some authentic African creations. Windhoek is situated at al most the exact centre of Namibia. In the afternoon we’ll take you on a short tour of the city.
Optional Activities: Dinner at Joe’s Beer House.
Meals Included: BL
We take a scenic drive to the Buitepos border, where we enter Botswana. Once at the lodge we meet with a local Bushman community and see some traditional Tribal Dancing.
Meals Included: BLD
Maun is known as the gateway to the Okavango Delta. We spend one night in Maun preparing for the excursion into the Delta. Small planes transport us over this amazing area to Gunn’s Camp for the next 2 nights. Animals are often spotted from the lodge, but we also take a nature walk and, if the water level allow, a mokoro (traditional canoe) trip.
Meals Included: BLD
A second scenic air-transfer will return us to Maun and the truck. This afternoon we drive to Gweta where our evening accommodation is unique, and a little quirky.
Meals Included: BLD
We drive north to Kasane, where we stay on the bank of the Chobe River. We take an afternoon river cruise in order to visit Chobe NP’s animals as they come down to the river to drink.
Meals Included: BLD
After crossing into Zimbabwe we have a short briefing on all the activities available here. Then we enter the much anticipated Victoria Falls NP where we will experience the might of the great Zambezi River. The popular optional sunset cruise includes dinner and drinks. Optional Activities: Chobe Game Drive, Zambezi Sunset Cruise, dinner in local restaurant.
Meals Included: BL
Most people will spend the day white water rafting, a not -to-be-missed experience of a lifetime! Vic Falls offers many exciting alternatives. Optional Activities: White Water Rafting, Bungee Jump, Elephant Excursion and many more.
Meals Included: B
Departure is at 6 am from Elephant Hills Hotel. If you would like to avoid Zimbabwe you can arrange a transfer from Zambia to Kasane where you will be collected at about 7.30 am. It is a long and uneventful drive through Botswana to Palapye where we will spend the night.
Meals Included: No Meals
Another 6 am departure will ensure that we cover the next 750 km and get to Johannesburg as early as possible. We do not advise any onward travel on this day as arrival time can vary.
Meals Included: No Meals
Leaving behind Johannesburg, the city of gold, we head through the province of Mpumalanga to the world famous Kruger National Park. The next two days a re spent exploring the southern part of this vast reserve and we stand a good chance of sighting elephant, lion, rhino, leopard and buffalo, Africa's famed “Big Five”, on our game drives in the truck. Optional activities: Evening game drive.
Meals Included: LD
Our game drives continue and an early start usually rewards us with some great sightings. Keep your eyes open for the diverse bird life and some of the more elusive animals. An optional night drive with one of the South African National Park rangers is an excellent way to see some of the nocturnal animals. Optional activities: Evening game drive, morning walk with park ranger.
Meals Included: BLD
After a morning game drive in the truck or an optional game walk, we leave the Kruger NP and head for Timbavati. In the afternoon we visit a Shangaan village, and then make our way to a wildlife concession area adjacent to the KNP. This evening we experience an evening game drive. Tonight’s game drive allows us another opportunity to view the mysterious nocturnal creatures that inhabit the African bushveld. Optional activities: Morning walk with park ranger.
Meals Included: BLD
We complete our Kruger Park experience with an early morning game walk, before heading back towards Johannesburg. We will be travelling the Panorama Route through some spectacular scenery. Blyde River Canyon, the 3rd largest canyon in the world, offers breathtaking view points, including God’s Window and three Rondavels. The Bourke’s Luck Potholes are the fascinating results of erosion caused by the River. Tour ends on arrival in Johannesburg. Optional Activities: Dinner
Meals Included: BL
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| 01 Sep 2010 | 26 Sep 2010 | $4400 | $USD695 | $975 | View Notes |  |
| 08 Sep 2010 | 03 Oct 2010 | $4400 | $USD695 | $975 | View Notes | |
| 15 Sep 2010 | 10 Oct 2010 | $4400 | $USD695 | $975 | View Notes | |
| 22 Sep 2010 | 17 Oct 2010 | $4400 | $USD695 | $975 | View Notes | |
| 29 Sep 2010 | 24 Oct 2010 | $4400 | $USD695 | $975 | View Notes | |
| 06 Oct 2010 | 31 Oct 2010 | $4400 | $USD695 | $975 | View Notes | |
| 13 Oct 2010 | 07 Nov 2010 | $4400 | $USD695 | $975 | View Notes | |
| 20 Oct 2010 | 14 Nov 2010 | $4400 | $USD695 | $975 | View Notes | |
| 27 Oct 2010 | 21 Nov 2010 | $4400 | $USD695 | $975 | View Notes | |
| 03 Nov 2010 | 28 Nov 2010 | $4400 | $USD695 | $975 | View Notes | |
| 10 Nov 2010 | 05 Dec 2010 | $4400 | $USD695 | $975 | View Notes | |
| 17 Nov 2010 | 12 Dec 2010 | $4400 | $USD695 | $975 | View Notes | |
| 24 Nov 2010 | 19 Dec 2010 | $4400 | $USD695 | $975 | View Notes | |
| 01 Dec 2010 | 26 Dec 2010 | $4400 | $USD695 | $975 | View Notes | |
| 08 Dec 2010 | 02 Jan 2011 | $4400 | $USD695 | $975 | View Notes | |
