Original
Overland
Wildlife
Experience Southern Africa
16 days • 4.6
4.5
Excellent
50 reviews
16 days
Start
Johannesburg, South Africa
Finish
Johannesburg, South Africa
Trip Code
UBSCC
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 16
Physical Rating
Meals
14 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 11 dinners
Transport
Overland vehicle, Boat, Mokoro, Bicycle, Open Safari Vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (2 nights), Lodge (1 night), Meru Tent (1 night), Permanent Tented Overland Camp (2 nights), Camping with facilities (5 nights), Tented Camp (2 nights), Basic Camping with no facilities (2 nights).
From £3,207(16 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Head out on a very special bush walk with members of the world's first all-female anti-poaching unit, the Black Mambas. During this exclusive experience, learn how they're deterring poachers and patrolling 20,000 hectares of nature reserve, then spend the evening listening to their stories by the campfire.
Go in search of Africa’s Big Five on full-day 4WD game drive in Kruger National Park.
Spot wildlife in Chobe National Park during a sunset river cruise. This is when many animals – such as elephants, cheetahs and lions – come to drink, so get your cameras ready!
Experience the untouched wilderness of Botswana's Okavango Delta by staying on a remote island bush camp. At night, the sounds of the African bush are the only things you will hear.
Visit the only place in Botswana where both the white and black rhinos still remain: the Khama Rhino Sanctuary.
Cycle through the colourful streets of Soweto with a local and hear firsthand about the townships’ rough but inspired history.
Is this trip right for you?
No two journeys in Africa are identical. Be prepared for travel times to be longer or shorter than advised. Weather and road conditions can change things significantly, so embrace the detours, shortcuts, and unforgettable moments along the way.
This is an overland trip so you’ll be travelling with a group in a purpose-built vehicle. While the trucks don’t have air conditioning, they do have sliding windows which let in the breeze and make it even easier to take spectacular snaps of the local wildlife. The drive days can be long, but it’s as much about the journey as the destination, and half the fun is the camaraderie. For more info on this style of travel, see our Africa overland page: tuuur.com/au/africa/overland
Camping out in the amazing Okavango wilderness means digging a bush toilet and going without a shower. It's all part of the delta experience.
There will be many early starts either to make use of the better safari time or to beat the morning traffic on long travel days.
The day-to-day itinerary features a selection of optional activities. Please note that this list is not exhaustive and is intended only as a guide. Prices are approximate and may change at the discretion of the local provider, and all activities are subject to availability.
You will need a reasonable level of fitness for the cycle tour in Soweto, as the town isn't totally flat.
Itinerary
Visit South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe for the ultimate southern Africa experience.
Explore Southern Africa, embarking from Johannesburg and journeying through the Kruger National Park, and Victoria Falls, before circling back to South Africa via the Okavango Delta, and the Khama Rhino Sanctuary. This adventure promises golden sunsets, remote wilderness camping, thrilling safaris, and serene river cruises teeming with iconic wildlife. Traverse South Africa, Botswana, and Zimbabwe and be amazed by powerful waterfalls, enchanted by encounters with endangered species and inspired by the resilience of local communities. Immerse yourself in Southern Africa and depart with newfound inspiration and cherished memories to last a lifetime.
Inclusions
Meals
14 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 11 dinners
Transport
Overland vehicle, Boat, Mokoro, Bicycle, Open Safari Vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (2 nights), Lodge (1 night), Meru Tent (1 night), Permanent Tented Overland Camp (2 nights), Camping with facilities (5 nights), Tented Camp (2 nights), Basic Camping with no facilities (2 nights).
Included activities
Kruger National Park - Full Day 4x4 Game Drive
Black Mambas HQ - Dinner by Lantern Light
Black Mambas HQ - Campfire Story Time
Black Mambas HQ - Snare Walk
Nata - 4x4 Pan Excursion
Victoria Falls - Brewery Tour
Victoria Falls – Traditional Zimbabwe Dinner
Chobe National Park - River cruise
Victoria Falls - Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust (The Tuuur Foundation partner) visit
Okavango Delta - Mokoro safari
Okavango Delta - Sunrise Walk
Khama Rhino Sanctuary - Sunset Game Drive Open Vehicle
Soweto - Cycle tour
Optional activities
Kruger National Park - Night 4x4 Game Drive - ZAR440
Goo Moremi Gorge - Waterfall Three Hike - AUD1
Victoria Falls - Entrance & Visit - USD50
Victoria Falls - Helicopter Flight of the Angels (12 mins - Excludes US$25 fuel surcharge and NP fees) - USD150
Victoria Falls - Gorge swing - USD103
Victoria Falls - Canoe trail (full day) - USD185
Victoria Falls - Village & township tour - USD61
Victoria Falls - Helicopter Flight (25 mins - Excludes US$30 fuel surcharge and NP fees) - USD284
Chobe National Park - Open Safari Vehicle Morning Game Drive - BWP580
Okavango Delta - Helicopter Scenic Flight - USD280
Johannesburg - Art Gallery - ZAR60
Johannesburg - Gold Reef City And Heritage Mine Tour - ZAR360
Johannesburg - Museum Africa - ZAR40
Johannesburg - Apartheid Museum - ZAR190
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Important notes
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. This is a combination trip made up of two shorter trips. This means the composition of your group may change in Victoria Falls as some group members leave and new ones join you.
3. This trip includes a mixture camping and other accommodation. While camping, tents, sleeping mats and sleeping bags will be provided and set up for you by our crew.
4. This trip finishes in Soweto on Day 16 after our cycle adventure. Please don't book any international flights until after 8 pm this evening.
5.On occasion, especially during the peak months of May to September and December we are not able to secure campsites within the Kruger National Park. In this instance we will camp at a backpackers outside the park.
6. Border crossing delays in the region have been sporadic and difficult to predict. What takes an hour one day may take four hours the next. This may affect the order of activities in the itinerary. We understand this uncertainty can be frustrating, and we strongly recommend packing a bit of patience and flexibility.
Reviews (48)
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Steven
Dec 08, 2024
Amazing trip. Not a vacation, but an experience. Broad range of content from wildlife to culture. Would highly recommend.
Richard
Dec 02, 2024
A very good experience of Southern Africa with an excellent crew and great group. There are some long travel days but in order to enjoy the full experience this is unavoidable.
Mathew
Nov 07, 2024
Amazing trip around Africa, the staff were awesome. We seen many animals and had a fun and exciting holiday.
Sharon
Oct 13, 2024
This trip was amazing! Saw animals through safari’s, cruises and along the road. Highlight was the Okavango Delta!! (Be sure to tip the local Poler’s well!) Joseph our leader was friendly, informative and made sure we were always safe and comfortable! Amo, our cook, did an amazing job keeping everyone well fed! His lamb stew was the best!! Leroy, our driver, was excellent! He was professional and safe and very friendly! I would highly recommend this trip!
Jo
Sep 03, 2024
Absolutely incredible trip, highly recommend! Loved the mix of activities, camping & hotels. So many WOW moments. Richard, Thomas & Andile were outstanding & made the trip! Haven't laughed & smiled so much in years. Planning the next trip already!
Tracey
Sep 02, 2024
Fabulous, informative and fun trip with amazing crew. Highly recommended. Just do it!
church
Aug 06, 2024
An amazing Trip, thank you D, Shumba and Leroy for your expertise in your fields, and friendly hospitality making our trip unforgettable .our expectations were fulfilled with the up close sightings of all the African wildlife.
Geoffrey
Jul 15, 2024
Great Intrepid team that looked after us, always felt safe, looked forward to the excellent meals provided, so many animals, beautiful sunsets and friendly people.
Freida
Jul 03, 2024
This trip was more than I ever dreamed it would be. We saw animals galore but even better truly experienced life in Africa. It was tough but doable.
Susana
Jun 18, 2024
I highly recommend going to Africa. While I don’t like camping, the trip was entirely worth it to see beautiful animals on the wild. Also, the stars are more visible here.
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