Itinerary
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| Duration: |
14 days / 13 nights |
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| Departing: |
Johannesburg |
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| Tour Cost |
R7 240.00 (1030US$) per person + US$ 500.00 per person
The local payment is paid in cash on departure |
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14 Day Southern Explore
Day 1 Kruger National Park South Africa
An early start as we leave the city of gold and make our way through the Mpumalanga province en-route to the Kruger National Park. As we enter through one of the Southern gates we begin our search for the many species of birds, mammals and reptiles that inhabit the Park. This Park is home to a wide diversity of animals including Africa's "Big Five" Our game drive takes us to our campsite, where we board an open safari vehicle and head out on an exciting night drive. Evening to be spent camping within Kruger. (D)
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Day 2 Kruger National Park South Africa
An early morning game drive takes us along some of the best game drive routes that Kruger has to offer. Sunrise at a waterhole offers scenes straight out of National Geographic. The entire day is spent game viewing, bird watching and stopping off at the various waterholes en route to our next camp. Evening to be spent relaxing around the campfire reminiscing about the day's events. (BLD)
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Day 3 Panoramic Route/Nyani South Africa
We take our final game drive in Kruger before heading up the Drakensberg Escarpment and spend the day visiting the scenic sights along the panoramic route. These sights include Gods Window, Bourkes Luck Potholes and the magnificent three rondawels at the Blyde River Canyon. From here we journey on to a Shangaan Tribal Village where a guided tour gives you an insight into the culture and traditions of the local Shangaan people. We enjoy an exciting evening of tribal dancing, singing and a traditional African dinner. Overnight in traditional huts. (BLD)
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Day 4 Makopane South Africa
We depart the village after breakfast and head towards the town of Makopane where we overnight en-route to Botswana. (BD
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Day 5 Nata Botswana
We cross into Botswana and continue to Nata where we camp at the edge of Makgadikgadi Pans. (BD)
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Days 6 and 7 Livingstone/Victoria Falls Zambia
We arrive in Livingstone and venture out on a sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River. The following day is spent on optional activities, including whitewater rafting, bungee jumping, microlighting, jet boating or a 'flight of angels'. We explore the town, its markets and visit the Victoria Falls. (BD)
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Day 8 Chobe Botswana
We depart from Livingstone and journey to Kasane where we set up camp on the banks of the Chobe River. The afternoon is spent relaxing or enjoying an optional game cruise on the Chobe River. (BD)
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Day 9 Maun Botswana
Up at daybreak, we venture out on an open vehicle game drive into the famous Chobe National Park. After breakfast, we depart for Maun, the gateway to the Okavango Delta. (BD)
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Days 10 and 11 Okavango Delta Botswana
We venture into the wilderness of the Delta; greeted by the local guides in mokoros (traditional dugout canoes) we explore the pristine waters of the Delta by Mokoro and enjoy game walks in search of the abundant wildlife that inhabits this oasis in an otherwise arid region. We set up camp on an island in the Delta and enjoy our evenings under the African skies. (BLD)
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Day 12 Maun Botswana
We leave behind the tranquillity and memories offered by the Delta on our last Mokoro trip before transferring back to Maun. This afternoon you have the option of a game flight over the Delta, giving you a superb view of the waterways and wildlife. (BD)
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Day 13 Khama Rhino Sanctuary Botswana
We depart from Maun and head for the Khama Rhino Sanctuary, where we spend the evening camping within the Reserve. (BLD)
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Day 14 Johannesburg South Africa
Departing early, we cross the border and arrive back in Johannesburg late afternoon. (B)
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Included Highlights
- Panoramic Route
- Shangaan Cultural Village
- Kruger Park Entrance Fee
- Kruger Park Game Drives
- Kruger Park Night Drive
- Entrance to Victoria Falls (Zambian Side)
- Zambezi Sunset Cruise
- Chobe NP Game Drive
- Chobe entrance fees
- 3 Days Okavango Delta (entrance, mokoros and game walks)
- Khama Rhino Sanctuary
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Package Excludes
- All visa costs are the client's responsibility
- travel insurance
- flights
- departure taxes
- sleeping bags, items of a personal nature, drinks
- optional activities.
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Optional Activities
These rates are in USD and can change at any time without notice. Please use as a guideline only.
- White water rafting $135
- Canoeing $95
- Bungy Jump $95
- Tandem Kayaking $150
- Jet boat $90
- Rhino Walk $80
- Elephant Ride $100
- Helicopter Flip $85
- Delta Game Flight $60
- Chobe River Cruise $45
- Crocodile Farm $10
- Private Game Walk min 4 people $45
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Provided
- All ground transportation
- services of experienced qualified driver / guide
- camping equipment (two person dome tents, matresses, cooking equipment)
- all highlights, meals, entrance fees and accommodation per itinerary.
Participation safari clients to erect their tents and help with cooking, washing dishes and vehicle cleanliness.
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