AFR 10: 23 Nights/ 24 Days Tropical Africa Overland Safari Botswana, Victoria Falls Zambia, Malawi, Mozambique & South Africa
Day 1: Khama Rhino Sanctuary, Botswana
Head north and cross into Botswana and spend the first night camping at the Rhino Sanctuary
Meals Plans: Dinner
Day 2: Maun, Botswana
Depart for Maun, the gateway to the Okavango Delta
Meals Plans: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 3-4: Okavango Delta, Botswana
Safari to the wilderness in the Delta, exploring the pristine waterways by mokoro (dug out canoe) and search for wildlife on game walks. Return to Maun on the last afternoon
Meals Plans: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5: Chone National Park, Botswana
Travel North to Kasane and camp on the edge of the Chobe Park. Spend time relaxing or enjoying an optional river cruise
Meals Plans: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 6-8: Livingstone/Victoria Falls, Zambia
At daybreak, venture out on an open vehicle game drive into the Chobe Park. Crossing into Zambia by ferry, we set up camp in Livingstone and head out on a sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi. Leisure, taking in the stunning scenery of Victoria Falls or braving the many optional activities on offer – white water rafting, bungy jumping, canoeing, microlighting and more
Meals Plans: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 9: Luangwa Bridge, Zambia
Heading north through rural Zambia, we spend the night camping on the banks of the Luangwa River. Enjoy the magnificent sunset over the river as you relax at the campsite bar.
Meals Plans: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 10: Lilongwe, Malawi
Drive from Zambia into Malawi, known as ‘the warm heart of Africa’. Spend the afternoon exploring the colourful and vibrant markets of Lilongwe, experiencing the cultural blend of ancient and modern Africa.
Meals Plans: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 11-13: Lake Malawi
Setting up camp on the shores of Lake Malawi, our time is spent exploring this large fresh water lake. Snorkeling and scuba diving the lake gives us an opportunity to discover the 500 species of colourful tropical fresh. Meeting the locals will remind us why Malawi is the Land of smiles and laughter.
Meals Plans: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 14: Blantyre, Malawi
After breakfast, drive to Blantyre, named after the birthplace of David Livingstone, the town is the crossroads to Mozambique.
Meals Plans: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 15: Chimoio, Mozambique
Cross into Mozambique and discover a land that has largely stayed untouched by modern day development, giving the traveler an opportunity to escape the beaten track. We set up camp in the small town of Chimoio.
Meals Plans: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 16-18: Vilanculos, Mozambique
Vilanculos is a tropical paradise set in unspoilt beaches of sea, sun and white sands. This area has world-class beaches washed by the Indian Ocean’s warm waters. Take an optional trip to the Bazaruto Islands to snorkel, do a water-based activity, or simply relax on the beach.
Meals Plans: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 19-20: Inhambane – Tofo, Mozambique
Travel south down the coast to Inhambane, we set up camp in the coastal village of Tofo
Spend at your own leisure, sipping cocktails at one of the many beach bars, walking along the long white beaches, deep sea fishing, quad bike trails or scuba diving for the more energetic.
Meals Plans: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 21: Maputo, Mozambique
Leaving the peace and tranquility of the beach behind, we continue onto the bustling capital city of Maputo where we have the afternoon to explore this city and its rich cultural history. With its attractive tree-lined avenues, it has a unique European feel about it and it has some great local restaurants
Meals Plans: Breakfast
Day 22-23: Kruger National Park, South Africa
Drive to the famous Kruger National Park where the scenery and wildlife will leave you in awe. We take time to enjoy the game drives, searching for the wide diversity of game that makes this park so famous. We spend our evenings camping inside the Park, listening to the sounds of the wild and enjoying the tranquility of the African bushveld. An optional night drive can be organised.
Meals Plans: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 24: Johannesburg, South Africa
Enjoy our final early game drive before taking a relaxed drive back to Johannesburg, arriving late afternoon.
