Adventure Overland Safaris in Africa -Victoria Falls to Johannesburg 11 Day

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Locations in Africa

  Zimbabwe

Victoria Falls

Dates: monthly

Description: 11 day Southern Adventure - Victoria Falls to Johannesburg
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From the mighty Victoria Falls you will get to experience Chobe National Park up close and personal before heading out in the large expanse of the Okavango Delta - this is Africa at it's best. we will also take in more game viewing in Kruger National Park.

Highlights: 11 day Southern Adventure
Trip Code: VJ11 - 2006)
Victoria Falls to Johannesburg

This trip starts in Victoria Falls and travels south through Zimbabwe, finishing in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Please note that this trip starts on a Sunday and spends the first day in Victoria Falls. Should you wish to spend extra time there an earlier arrival should be planned and additional accommodation booked through your agent or the Africa Travel Co office.

Pre Departure Meeting: Held at departure point at 5:00pm the day before your departure.
Departure Point: Victoria Falls Rest camp and Lodge, Parkway Rd.
Check In Time: 8:45am

DAYS 01: Victoria Falls
The Victoria Falls constitutes one of the most spectacular natural wonders of the world. 1700 metres wide and around 100 metres high, this is the world's largest sheet of falling water and a memorable sight of any African Safari. All year round, flights can be taken in a fixed wing aircraft, micro lights, ultra lights or helicopters. On the ground, the fall can be seen from the Victoria Falls National Park with its many viewing points, or from the Zambian side. Each offers fantastic photographic opportunities.
White water rafting on the Zambezi is considered to be world class. Besides the excitement of the Grade 5 rapids, there are the "floats" where there is time to admire the scenic cliffs and the occasional wildlife on the riverbanks.

Bungi jumping enthusiasts can take the plunge from the Zambezi Bridge, which connects Zimbabwe and Zambia. There is also the option abseil in the Batoka Gorge, neither activities are for the feint hearted!
(B)

DAYS 02: Victoria Falls to Kasane
This morning we depart Victoria Falls after breakfast and cross the border of Zimbabwe into Botswana. We set up camp for the night and prepare for our afternoon game drive in Chobe National Park. Chobe is one of Botswana's premier game parks, renowned for the large herds of elephant around the Chobe River. (B,L,D)

DAYS 03: Kasane to Maun
An early morning start sees us travelling in southwesterly direction to Maun, our base camp before we start our Optional Excursion into the Okavango Delta. Today is a long days drive with lunch on the roadside. (B, L, D)

DAY 04: Okavango Delta
The Delta is a huge expanse of water, which has travelled from the Angolan highlands, spreading out to form the largest inland Delta in the World.
Studded with exotic islands, the Delta is renowned for its incredible variety of bird life as well as many other animals unique to Southern Africa.

Here you have the opportunity to partake in the optional 3 day / 2 night excursions into the Delta. In this excursion we travel approximately 1-2 hours north to the Mokoro poler's station. From there we board Mokoro's, the local dug out canoes, which are poled by local guides through the winding waterways. Your guides will select a place to set up camp. An afternoon game walk will allow you to experience the Delta wilderness. (B,L,D)

DAY 05: Okavango Delta
A day of rest, relaxation and Delta experiences await. Today you will have the opportunity to partake in a number of activities including game walks, mokoro cruises, swimming and even a chance to try your hand at poling your own mokoro! (B,L,D)

DAY 06: Okavango Delta to Maun
There is a final opportunity for a morning game walk before packing up camp and setting off back to Maun. After arriving back in the early afternoon you have the opportunity to complete your picture of the Okavango Delta by taking an optional sunset scenic flight over the Delta region. (B,L,D)

DAY 07: Maun to Francistown
Today is a long days drive to Francistown. Francistown was originally a gold-mining centre, but now days the town has expanded into a retail and wholesale shopping mecca. We stock up with supplies for the next few days.
(B, L, D)

DAYS 08: Francistown to Polokwane
An early start sees us crossing the border into South Africa. We drive through the North Province of the country crossing highveld and lowveld. We will overnight at a campsite for the night before nearing the Kruger National Park tomorrow. (B, L, D)

DAY 09: Polokwane to Hazyview
We head towards the very famous Kruger National Park. Our camp for the next two nights is 8km from Kruger Parks Numbi Gate. Spoilt with a swimming pool and good hot showers we spend the evening around the campfire anticipating our game drive tomorrow. (B,L,D)

DAY 10: Hazyview
Today we explore the wonders of Kruger National Park. This is one of the most famous wildlife parks in the world. Covering an area of 21, 497 sq km  60km wide and over 350km long, this conservation area has more than 500 bird species, 114 reptile, 49 fish, 33 amphibians, 146 mammals and over 23000 plant species have been recorded. Today is spent in the Park on a full day game drive to see how many of the species can be found. Tonight there is an option of a night drive in the park (B, L, D)

DAY 11: Hazyview to Johannesburg
After a delicious campfire breakfast we start our journey to Johannesburg, we drive once again through beautiful ever changing scenery before entering the bustling city where our trip will finish. (B)

Local Payment: US$290

Optional Excursions:
Victoria Falls National Park US$20
Scenic Flight over the Okavango Delta US$65
Okavango Delta with Mokoro's (3 days) US$150
Night Drive in Kruger US$40
(Prices subject to change)

Please note: This itinerary should be used as a guide only and may vary from day to day depending on road conditions, weather, political situations, and group decisions. Due to new tourism laws in some of the countries we operate in there may be a truck and crew change during the trip. All prices & Local Payments are subject to change with prior notice.

Free Trip

Please note that when you book this trip you are entitled to receive a free 3 day Hwange Safari. The Local Payment is still applicable for the trip. This offer must be taken up when booking your main trip. Please ask your travel agent or the Africa Travel Co office for details. Conditions apply.

The staff and management look forward to welcoming you aboard and trust that you will enjoy your trip with us.
"Safari Njema"        

01/2006

Cost in US$: Inquire for more info.

Participants Travel in Groups

Typically Participants Work in Groups of 28 max

Africa Travel Co's Mission Statement: Africa Travel Co is a leading overland tour operator running fun and adventurous overland safaris throughout southern and east Africa, with over 1500 guaranteed departures in both a north and south direction there is frequency as well as a travel option to suit even the most travelled of taste buds. Africa Travel Co has been in operation for over 18 years and boasts hands-on operations bases in Cape Town, South Africa; Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and Nairobi, Kenya. All Africa Travel Co trips are accompanied by three crew member, driver, trip leader and safari cook. Discover Africa up close and personal with Africa Travel Co

Year Founded: 1990