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Southern Africa Safari
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Start
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
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Finish
Johannesburg, South Africa
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Trip Code
UBKK
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 13
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Physical Rating
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Meals
8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 7 dinners
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Transport
Overland Vehicle, 4WD Safari Vehicle
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Accommodation
Lodge (8 nights)
From £3,256(9 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Explore Kruger National Park for an unforgettable experience, where lions, elephants, and rhinos roam freely amid stunning natural beauty.
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Visit the Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust to learn about wildlife rehabilitation from conflict and poaching, then meet some rescued or orphaned wildlife in their care.
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See the huge elephant populations of Hwange National Park on a 4WD game drive. This national park is also home to lots of other wildlife, with over 100 species of mammals!
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Track rhinos on foot with an expert local guide in Matobo National Park – an exhilarating way to experience the animals of Zimbabwe. Then, see some of the ancient rock paintings here and learn about the local San people.
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Explore the World Heritage site of Mapungubwe National Park, where the ancient ruins of a once-thriving kingdom meet stunning landscapes of baobab trees and sandstone cliffs. Then, head out on a night safari to spot nocturnal wildlife in a private game reserve next door.
Is this trip right for you?
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This is an overland trip. That means you’ll be travelling with a group in a purpose-built vehicle, visiting remote communities, and getting the best possible views of Africa's iconic wildlife. While the trucks don’t have air conditioning, they do have sliding windows that 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)
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Southern Africa temperatures rise in the hot, dry period of September and October before the rains hit, and temperatures can get as high as 34 to 38°C (93 to 100°F). Not all accommodation will have air-conditioning. This is quite common across Africa, particularly in remote locations where lodges or camps operate on solar power or generators.
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Zimbabwe is a very seasonal destination. What you see and experience can differ quite dramatically depending on the time of year you visit. Please consider this before you choose your departure date. See the 'Climate and seasonal information' section of the Essential Trip Information for more details.
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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.
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This trip can be partnered with other adventures into a ‘combo,’ which means that some of your fellow travellers may have begun their journey before today. If you’d like to spend more time in Africa, have a look at the combo itinerary, Southern Africa Highlights (UBKHC).
Itinerary
Experience the vast landscapes and incredible wildlife of Southern Africa
On this nine-day wildlife journey, you’ll explore the epic game parks of Southern Africa. Start in Victoria Falls, where in your free time, you can experience the thunderous falls however you like. Then, head to Hwange National Park, known for its elephant population, and Matobo National Park to track rhinos and learn about the local San people and their culture. Take game drives, look out for all the big cats and then spend some time in the UNESCO World Heritage site of Mapungubwe National Park. Visit a 13th-century grave site and head out on a night safari to see some nocturnal wildlife that doesn’t come out while the sun’s up! Finally, you’ll go in search of lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants and the African buffalo in the famous Kruger National Park.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Victoria Falls
- DAY 2Day 2 • Hwange National Park
- DAY 3Day 3 • Matobo National Park
- DAY 4Day 4 • Matobo National Park
- DAY 5Day 5 • Mapungubwe National Park
- DAY 6Day 6 • Mapungubwe National Park
- DAY 7Day 7 • Kruger National Park
- DAY 8Day 8 • Kruger National Park
- DAY 9Day 9 • Johannesburg
Inclusions
restaurant_menu Meals
8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 7 dinners
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Overland Vehicle, 4WD Safari Vehicle
bed Accommodation
Lodge (8 nights)
festival Included activities
circleComplimentary Airport Arrival Transfer (shared)
circleHwange National Park - Guided 4x4 Game Drive
circleVictoria Falls - Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust (The Tuuur Foundation partner) visit
circleHwange - Painted Dog Conservation visit
circleMatobo National Park - Rhino Tracking
circleMapesu Private Game Reserve - Night Safari
circleMapungubwe - Heritage & Museum Tour
circleKruger National Park - Full Day 4WD Safari
circlePanorama Route - Bourke's Luck Potholes
circlePanorama Route - Three Rondawels
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Saturday Jun 07, 2025
Sunday Jun 15, 2025
Trip size max: 13 - 9 spaces left
£4,301£3,871
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Saturday Jun 14, 2025
Sunday Jun 22, 2025
Trip size max: 13 - 6 spaces left
£4,235£3,812
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Saturday Jun 28, 2025
Sunday Jul 06, 2025
Trip size max: 13 - Sold Out
Saturday Aug 23, 2025
Sunday Aug 31, 2025
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Tuesday Sep 02, 2025
Wednesday Sep 10, 2025
Trip size max: 13 - Sold Out
Saturday Oct 11, 2025
Sunday Oct 19, 2025
Trip size max: 13 - 1 space left
£5,066£4,559
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Saturday Nov 15, 2025
Sunday Nov 23, 2025
Trip size max: 13 - 8 spaces left
£4,070£3,256
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Saturday Mar 28, 2026
Sunday Apr 05, 2026
Trip size max: 13 - 13 spaces left
£4,274
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Saturday Apr 25, 2026
Sunday May 03, 2026
Trip size max: 13 - 13 spaces left
£4,274
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Saturday May 16, 2026
Sunday May 24, 2026
Trip size max: 13 - 13 spaces left
£4,274
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Saturday May 30, 2026
Sunday Jun 07, 2026
Trip size max: 13 - 11 spaces left
£4,274
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Saturday Jun 06, 2026
Sunday Jun 14, 2026
Trip size max: 13 - 13 spaces left
£4,444
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Saturday Jun 20, 2026
Sunday Jun 28, 2026
Trip size max: 13 - 13 spaces left
£4,444
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Saturday Jul 04, 2026
Sunday Jul 12, 2026
Trip size max: 13 - 11 spaces left
£4,615
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Saturday Jul 11, 2026
Sunday Jul 19, 2026
Trip size max: 13 - 13 spaces left
£4,615
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Important notes
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1. If you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip, you may purchase a single supplement, subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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2. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
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3. The weight of baggage that can be brought on this tour is limited by the packing space and weight restrictions of the truck. The weight limit for luggage on all of our trucks is a maximum of 15-20kgs per person, plus a maximum of 5kgs for your day pack. Backpacks shouldn’t have an external frame unless it can easily be removed and stored separately to avoid damaging other people’s luggage. We strongly advise passengers to travel with a backpack or a duffel bag, and it is essential that no hard suitcases be brought on tour. For valuables, like passports, we offer a safe on each vehicle that is shared by all passengers to keep their documentation safe during their journey.
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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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5. The minimum age for this trip is 15 at the time of travel. Any travellers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian, or in lieu of a legal guardian, by an escort over the age of 18, appointed by their legal guardian. The legal guardian or their designee will be responsible for the traveller under the age of 18 day to day’s care. If a legal guardian elects to designate an escort in their lieu, they will be required to complete and sign a relevant document to delegate their authority.
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