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Overland
Wildlife
Okavango & Beyond
9 Days | Spot the Big Five on game drives, camp in the Okavango Delta and cruise the Chobe River
4.8
Excellent
28 reviews
9 days
Start
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Finish
Johannesburg, South Africa
Trip Code
YBSB
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 16
Physical Rating
Meals
8 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners
Transport
Overland vehicle, Boat, Mokoro, Bicycle, Open Safari Vehicle
Accommodation
Permanent Tented Overland Camp (1 night), Camping with facilities (2 nights), Hotel (2 nights), Basic Camping with no facilities (2 nights), Guesthouse (1 night).
From £1,817(9 days)
Trip Informations
Soak up the sights and sounds of peaceful waterholes, meandering creeks and mighty rivers on this overland African adventure from Victoria Falls to Soweto. Calling all wildlife lovers! Some of the continent's most iconic animals call Southern Africa home, including elephants, rhinos, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles and ostriches. Explore the remote waterways of the extraordinary Okavango Delta in Botswana, be awed by the thunder of Zimbabwe's Victoria Falls and travel down the Chobe River at sunset as the animals come out to play. The contrast of Africa's wild plains and bustling cities makes for an enriching and thrilling travel experience.
Why you’ll love this trip
Soak up the ambience of the Chobe River with a sunset cruise within the national park. Keep an eye out – and your camera at the ready – for local elephants, cheetahs and lions on the shores.
Immerse yourself in the untouched wilderness of Botswana's Okavango Delta – you'll be staying on a remote island in a bush camp for an authentic experience. As night falls, the sounds of the African bush are like nothing else.
Support local conservation efforts by joining local rangers in the Khama Rhino Sanctuary – the only place left in Botswana where both black and white rhinos reside.
Cycle through the colourful streets of Soweto in South Africa with a local guide and hear firsthand about the townships’ rough but fascinating history.
Start your trip in Victoria Falls – where a huge range of nature-based activities are on offer. Maybe take a scenic helicopter flight over the cascades or swing over the gorge.
Is this trip right for you?
This is an overland trip. That means you’ll be travelling with a group in a purpose-built vehicle, visiting remote communities, occasionally roughing it in the bush with no facilities and getting the best possible views of the Big Five. 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:
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.
You will need a reasonable level of fitness for the cycle tour in Soweto, as the town isn't totally flat.
As the early bird catches the worm, the early camper sights the animals. 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.
Itinerary
Inclusions
Meals
8 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners
Transport
Overland vehicle, Boat, Mokoro, Bicycle, Open Safari Vehicle
Accommodation
Permanent Tented Overland Camp (1 night), Camping with facilities (2 nights), Hotel (2 nights), Basic Camping with no facilities (2 nights), Guesthouse (1 night).
Activities
Chobe National Park - River cruise
Victoria Falls - Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust Visit
Okavango Delta - Mokoro safari
Okavango Delta - Sunrise Walk
Okavango Delta - Brewery Tour
Khama Rhino Sanctuary - Sunset Game Drive Open Vehicle
Soweto - Cycle tour
Add on activities
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 - ZAR100
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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 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.
3. This trip finishes in Soweto on Day 9 after our cycle adventure. Please don't book any international flights until after 8pm this evening.
4. 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.
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Geoffrey Crisp
Jul 23, 2024
This was an outstanding trip combining wildlife, culture and a good variety of activities. The Intrepid Team of Njubalo, Amo and Vuyani were excellent and kept us safe, well fed and entertained as well as sharing many stories and their love of Africa.
Sarah Jones
Jun 22, 2024
An amazing experience with a great group of people. Our guide Christian, driver Siya and cook Enock were all excellent. Enock’s cooking was delicious.
Karen-Anne Philippa
Jun 18, 2024
Christian is a fantastic leader, Enock is an amazing chef and Siya was always happy and bright, particularly after some very long drives. These 3 gentlemen ensured our trip from Victoria Falls through western Botswana to Soweto was a great trip and they looked after us very well. 10/10
Curtis Clough
May 14, 2024
This is a once in a lifetime trip. You see animals in their natural habitat, and I never expected this trip to be as good as it was!
Melissa Bieri
Dec 18, 2023
I really recommend this trip, The three countries Zimbabwe, BOTSWANA and South Africa has a lot to offer, especially if you have a tour leader like Spa, who's able to give you History, Culture and nature of every country.
Jason Babarovich
Dec 18, 2023
We had a wonderful experience meet great people and had the trip of a lifetime. As the saying goes Africa is not for sissy’s 😊
Adrienne Cleverly
Nov 10, 2023
Okavango & Beyond is an amazing opportunity to visit incredible landscapes and learn about southern Africa - a region unlike any other in the world. Come with an open and inquisitive mind and an adventurous energy, and you'll get a lot from this trip. Definitely one I will remember forever!
Melissa Hardman
Nov 07, 2023
Amazingly knowledgeable and proficient tour staff. I could not have envisaged a smoother more enjoyable adventure!
Zhi Yan Cai
Oct 12, 2023
Botswana is chock full of natural beauty and animals. Chobe Nat Park was amazing, and the Okavango Delta is an absolute must. Being in the environment and hearing the animals around you is unforgettable.
Zahnika Hipgrave
Oct 09, 2023
This trip was amazing! Got to see so many African animals up front and experience real African life and culture
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