Joburg to Victoria Falls

Upon arrival at Johannesburg Airport, you'll be met and transferred to our hotel. There is a pre departure meeting in the hotel foyer at 6pm. The rest of today is free for you relax before our adventure begins!

Johannesburg - Hazyview. From Johannesburg we travel south to the famous Kruger National Park, along the spectacular Panorama Route of Blyde River Canyon. This spectacular canyon is 26km long, averages 800m deep and forms the northern edge of the Drakensberg Mountain Range. En route we visit the Bourkes Luck Pothole, which is the result of water erosion over a millions of years ago, and take in the breath-taking views across the canyon and surrounding area from Gods Window. We arrive at our lodge in Hazyview late afternoon.

Today we explore the world famous Kruger National Park on an exciting full day game drive inside the park, in open 4x4 vehicles. Kruger is home to Africa's Big Five, as well as numerous other species of fauna and flora.

Hazyview - Mapesu Private Game Reserve. This morning we leave Kruger area and head north towards the Botswana border through the Limpopo Province. 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.

We take a scenic morning walk to view the remarkably well-preserved Kaoxa Bushman paintings today and in the afternoon enjoy a sunset drive, taking in spectacular views over the Baobab laden landscape. Carbon dating indicates that these enormous trees can live to be 3,000 years old and they can be found throughout the drier regions of Africa.

Mapesu Private Game Reserve - Matobo National Park. An early departure takes us two hours to Beit Bridge border post where we cross into Zimbabwe. Entering Zimbabwe we travel to our lodge located on the edge of the World Heritage site - Matobo (aka Matopos) National Park.

Matobo National Park - Hwange National Park. This morning we have the unique opportunity to get up close and personal with one of Africa’s most iconic and endangered species, the rhino. Home to a population of both black and white rhino, Zimbabwe remains a stronghold for these peaceful and ancient animals. Brace yourself for the encounter of a lifetime when you find yourself face to face with this illusive species by vehicle and on foot.

After our morning excursion we travel through Zimbabwe arriving late afternoon to Hwange National Park. We enjoy a sunset open 4x4 vehicle game drive in the private concession bordering Hwange National Park. The following day enjoy morning and afternoon 4x4 game drives in the private concession.

Today we enjoy morning and afternoon 4x4 game drives in the private concession, looking out for Hwange's resident wildlife.

Hwange National Park - Kasane (Botswana). We cross into Botswana on day 9 and travel onto our beautiful lodge on the banks of Chobe River, which will be our home for the next two nights. Spend the rest of day 8 leisure. Relax by the pool and enjoy the wonderful river views. Chobe is famous for its picturesque scenery, wonderful sunsets and abundance of wildlife.

The next day we enjoy an early morning game drive in Chobe National Park and a sunset game viewing boat cruise on the Chobe River, spotting animals on the banks of the river.

Kasane - Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe). We cross the border back into Zimbabwe on day 11 and arrive in the charming town of Victoria Falls. The next two days are free to spend at leisure. Be sure to visit the spectacular Victoria Falls - one of the world’s greatest natural wonders (park entrance not included). Explore the town, shop at the local markets and enjoy a variety of exciting optional activities, from scenic helicopter flights over the falls to bungee jumps and sunset cruises.

Today we bid farewell to our fellow travellers as our adventure comes to an end. A departure transfer to Victoria Falls Airport is included.

If you'd like to extend your stay and allow more time for activities we can arrange post tour accommodation for you.