Original
Overland
Wildlife
Okavango & Beyond
9 days • 4.9
5
Excellent
37 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 £2,019(9 days)
Trip Informations
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: https://www.tuuur.com/au/africa/overland https://www.tuuur.com/au/africa/overland (https://www.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.
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).
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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.
Reviews (36)
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Laurenz
Dec 02, 2024
It was a fantastic trip. Camping in the Delta was a real highlight. Our Guides made it a special trip.
Darrell
Nov 16, 2024
The whole experience went beyond my expectations. Camping in the Okavango and the excursions in the Okavango were amazing and we were so well looked after by the local guides. Recommend this trip to everyone
Chris
Nov 10, 2024
Excellent trip, much to see and do. Wonderful staff gave us a fantastic experience. At 71, I found it physically a bit demanding, but so worth the effort. And getting through the demands is part of the thrill!
Kathryn
Oct 21, 2024
Highly recommended once-in-a-lifetime experience. Got to see so many African animals up front and experience real African life and culture. Be close to nature in the Okavango Delta and also see the vibrant life in Soweto.
Randall
Oct 14, 2024
Promoting world peace, love, and understanding, one country at a time learn about yourself by learning about everybody else, the rest of the world, and that one, different person, far far away…
Sachiko
Oct 01, 2024
Intrepid and the staff provided a once in a lifetime experience in Africa. HIGHLY recommend Intrepid and Happy Man as the Lead guide.
Daniel
Sep 30, 2024
A trip of a lifetime! Nothing compares to camping in a tent in Botswana or South Africa. This experience opened my eyes, mind and heart on so MANY levels.
Delwyn
Sep 02, 2024
Okavango Delta and Beyond was an adventure, filled with safaris, animals and cultural experiences. Chobe National Park was a highlight driving through the park and then relaxing on the river to see hundreds of animals from land and water. The Okavango Delta is a magical place definitely a must see and do. Camping, walking and going by mokoro canoes in and amongst the animals was incredible. It was a privilege to see the animals so close to us and in their natural habitat. The team kept us safe and informed at all times, making it a truly memorable holiday.
Geoffrey
Jul 22, 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
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.
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