Kruger, Botswana and Falls - 12 day tour

Welcome to South Africa! You will be met upon arrival at Johannesburg Airport by our representative and transferred to your accommodation for your first night. At around 5pm there will be a pre-departure meeting where you'll meet your tour leader and your other travel companions.
Overnight: Johannesburg

Johannesburg - Kruger. Departing Johannesburg head along the picturesque Panorama Route, a route steeped in history with breathtaking vistas. Our accommodation for the next two nights is perfectly situated with a variety of wildlife in close proximity. Hippo, giraffe, zebra and impala are regularly sighted nearby.

On day 3 we head out in to Kruger National park in search of the diverse and fascinating animals that inhabit this area. Covering an area of 19,485 square kilometres, Kruger National Park is one of the most famous national parks in the world. And for good reason - with over 146 mammal, 500 bird, 114 reptile and 33 amphibian species you're sure to see some incredible nature today. We'll also enjoy an evening game drive. During this you'll get the opportunity to witness the more nocturnal animals that might not be active during the day.
Overnight: Kruger National Park  |  Breakfast x 2, Lunch x 2, Dinner x 2

Kruger - Polokwane - Blydepoort. Today we have a long but scenic drive from Kruger to the stunning Blyde River Canyon via the city of Polokwane. Polokwane is a major economic centre in the north-east of South Africa due to its close proximity to neighbouring countries as well as Kruger National Park. Later we continue to Blyde River Canyon, along the way we stop off at some of the best scenery in South Africa, including the ever-striking God's Window. (Please note at each viewpoint you will be asked to pay a small fee to support the local community).
Overnight: Blyde River Canyon  |  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Blyde River Canyon - Palapye. Heading north this morning we reach the Botswana border. After the immigration formalities we continue to Palapye, a popular 'stopover' town which is located between the cities of Francistown and the capital Gabarone.

Botswana is one of the most economically stable countries in Africa and is one of the world's largest producers of diamonds. Roughly similar in size to France but with a population of only 2 million, Botswana is a sparsely populated country with some stunning and untouched wilderness.
Overnight: Palapye   |  Breakfast, Lunch

Palapye - Maun. This morning we set off for Maun, the starting point for travel into the Okovango Delta. It's a long drive today through some impressive scenery. Arriving into Maun later today we will begin our preparations for the following day.
Overnight: Maun  |  Breakfast, Lunch

Maun - Okavango Delta. Today we rise early and head north to the Mokoro poler's station. Along the drive we'll see a number of local villages where families have lived in a traditional way for many years. Mokoros are dugout canoes manoeuvred through the waterways by local guides who “pole” them through the reeds. After a leisurely glide through the delta we reach our accommodation for the night. The afternoon and evening will offer the chance to relax with a cold drink or take a dip in the delta.

The Okavango Delta, travelling from the Angolan highlands, is the largest inland delta in the world and is studded with lushly vegetated islands and unique bird life, with over 400 avian species.
Overnight: Okavango Delta  |  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Okovango - Maun. This morning we have the opportunity to take a game walk through the delta before we take a mokoro ride back to our vehicle in time for lunch. From here there will be an optional scenic flight over the vast expanse of water (dependent on weather conditions & availability). This afternoon we continue back to Maun.
Overnight: Maun  |  Breakfast

Maun - Nata Region. Departing Maun we head east around the edge of the scarcely populated area of the Makgadikgadi Pan. One of the largest salt flats in the world it is the vast remains of an early super lake. This afternoon there will be the option of partaking in a salt pan drive. One of the world's few untouched wildernesses, the salt pans are vast and impressive.
Overnight: Nata  |  Breakfast, Lunch

Nata Region - Kasane. We continue north this morning travelling to the town of Kasane and to our accommodation on the banks of the Chobe River. The Chobe River is a natural border which divides Botswana, Namibia and Zambia. Later we'll take a cruise up this mighty waterway - be on the look out for the local hippos hiding just below the surface.

As the main water source of the region, the river attracts an abundance of wildlife to its shores. Returning to our accommodation it's the perfect chance to spot any game who've made their way to the water whilst you enjoy a glorious African sunset this evening.
Overnight: Kasane  |  Breakfast

Kasane - Victoria Falls. This morning we make our way to the border into Zimbabwe. After completing border formalities we make our way to our accommodation at our final stop - Victoria Falls. The entrance to the falls is just a 20 minute walk away from our accommodation. At 1700m wide and around 100m high, this is the world's largest sheet of falling water and a memorable sight on any African safari!

The rest of the day is at leisure to explore Victoria Falls or simply relax by the pool.
Overnight: Victoria Falls  |  Breakfast