This would have to be one of the best four-week trips in southern Africa, combining of our extremely popular 'Wild Africa' and 'Vic Falls to Cape Town' safaris. The architectural wonder of the Great Zimbabwe Ruins sets our safari off to a cultural start. Antelope Park whets our wildlife appetite as we walk with lions in this unique private reserve. Balancing granite boulders form a stunning backdrop for wildlife at Matobo National Park, which is particularly famous for its white rhino population. Wildlife-viewing opportunities abound in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe's premier game reserve. Arriving in Victoria Falls we have three days to check out some of the more popular optional activities, such as whitewater rafting or bungy jumping. From the magnificence of Victoria Falls we head off to explore the game-rich areas of Chobe National Park and the Chobe River. The marvellous wetlands of the Okavango Delta in Botswana are truly spectacular, not to mention the wonderful wildlife areas around the Etosha Pan. The breathtaking sand dunes of Sossusvlei are the essence of Namibia, whilst the sheer size and majesty of Fish River Canyon never fails to impress. We cross into South Africa at the Gariep (Orange) River and make our way to Cape Town, one of the world's most spectacular cities - a great place to end our remarkable journey.
Highlights
Antelope ParkGreat Zimbabwe RuinsWalk with lionsMatobo National ParkHwange National ParkVictoria FallsChobe National ParkOkavango DeltaEtosha National ParkSpitzkoppeCape CrossNamib-Naukluft National ParkSesriem & SossusvleiDeadvlei Bushman WalkFish River CanyonGariep (Orange) RiverWinelandsCape Town
Itinerary:
1 Pretoria/Johannesburg2-3 Great Zimbabwe Ruins4-5 Antelope Park - Gweru6 Matobo National Park7-8 Hwange National Park9-11 Victoria Falls12-13 Chobe National Park14-17 Okavango Delta18-20 Etosha National Park21 Spitzkoppe22-23 Cape Cross - Swakopmund24-25 Sossusvlei - Namib-Naukluft National Park26 Fish River Canyon27 Orange River28 Cederburg Region29-30 Cape Town
Included: An experienced safari guide and camp cook whilst on safari; local specialist guides in Great Zimbabwe Ruins, Matobo National Park, Hwange National Park, Chobe National Park, Namib-Naukluft National Park and the Okavango Delta; all park fees; all camping equipment; 24 nights camping, 2 nights bungalow, 2 nights lodge, 1 night houseboat; transport in custom-built safari vehicle during safari, 4WD vehicles, mokoro, by boat and on foot.
Not Included: International flights, local payment, arrival and departure transfers, airport/departure taxes, visas, pre-tour or post-tour accommodation, all other meals, drinks, sleeping bag, pillow, all optional additional tours or activities during free time, transfers outside of the tour program, travel insurance, tips and items of a personal nature, laundry and flights (unless specified).
Meals: Allow US$120 for meals not included in the itinerary.
Valid From: 25/11/2007
Starts/Ends: Pretoria / Johannesburg/Cape Town
Trip Reference: GASH
