Gillian’s Classic African Safari

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The tour starts in KwaZulu-Natal at the Phinda Private Game Reserve, known for its diversity of habitats with seven distinct ecosystems, beautiful scenery and an exclusive Big 5 game viewing experience at a luxury lodge. Your journey then takes you to the predator country: the prestigious Sabi Sand Game Reserve in the Kruger Park. Stay at the luxurious Exet...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Experience the magnificent private game reserve
    • Explore Sabi Sand Game Reserve
    • Visit the Victoria falls from the Zambian side, the Zimbabwean side
    • Discover Okavango Delta

What's this trip about?

    The tour starts in KwaZulu-Natal at the Phinda Private Game Reserve, known for its diversity of habitats with seven distinct ecosystems, beautiful scenery and an exclusive Big 5 game viewing experience at a luxury lodge. Your journey then takes you to the predator country: the prestigious Sabi Sand Game Reserve in the Kruger Park. Stay at the luxurious Exeter River Lodge in a secluded corner of the Sand River where you are guaranteed an intimate and exclusive Big 5 safari experience.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Safari

Destinations

  • Africa
  • South Africa
  • Botswana

Attractions

  • Johannesburg
  • Kasane
  • Kruger National Park
  • Livingstone
  • Okavango Delta
  • Victoria Falls

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Bird watching
  • Canoeing
  • Game drive
  • Nature
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Safari
  • Short Cruise
  • Whitewater rafting
  • Wildlife viewing

Trip includes

    • Meals indicated as per itinerary

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 - 4: Phinda Mountain Lodge, Phinda Private Game Reserve

Arrive in Johannesburg International Airport and connect directly by air to Richard’s Bay followed by a road transfer to Phinda Game Reserve. Spend three nights in this magnificent private game reserve on morning and evening safaris; interpretive bush walks; birdwatching and stargazing.

Day 4 - 7: Exeter River Lodge, Sabi Sand Game Reserve

Fly by light aircraft from Phinda to Sabi Sand Game Reserve in the Kruger Park. A game drive transfer takes you to Exeter River Lodge on the Sand River in one of Africa’s most prestigious private game reserves.

Another three nights here will reveal a completely...

Day 7 - 9: The Royal Livingstone Hotel, Victoria Falls

Meals: Breakfast

Transfer by road to the Kruger-Mpumulanga International Airport and fly to Livingstone - the small town on the Zambian side of Victoria Falls. Transfer upstream through the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park to Tongabezi on the Zambezi River.

T...

Day 9 - 13: Nxabega Okavango Safari Lodge, Okavango Delta

Clear customs and transfer by road to Kasane Airport in Botswana for a light aircraft flight into the Okavango Delta.

Spend four nights in this magnificent paradise. Most would agree that, despite the amazing Phinda, the might of the Kruger and the majesty of V...

Day 13: Departure

Transfer by light aircraft to Maun International Airport from where you will fly to Johannesburg to connect with your homeward flight at the end of your classic African safari adventure.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Rhino Africa Safaris is a travel company founded on a passion for Africa. Founded in 2004 we have rapidly become Africa's leading online tour operator. At Rhino Africa Safaris, we are passionate about the people, places and landscapes in Africa and are committed to responsibly promote and arrange travel to, within and from Africa. Our team of self-motivated and exceptional individuals work towards a common goal in a young, dynamic and entrepreneurial ennvironment where individuals are given the opportunity to excel.

Our team of 80 is based at our head office at 99 Hope Street in Gardens, Cape Town. We're in the hub of the city, with panoramic views of Table Mountain, Signal Hill, Lion's Head, the city and the harbour beyond. We also have a satellite office in London.We plan tailor-made itineraries to suit your exacting requirements at a price that is guaranteed to cost you less than if you booked your itinerary direct

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Rhino Africa provides complimentary financial protection. This provides Rhino Africa, and consequently our clients, with protection against financial loss as a result of insolvency by our suppliers (lodges, hotels, guest houses, cruise liners, tour operators and transport providers excluding international air travel). It is included in each booking completely free of charge. The financial protection covers all aspects of your travel package booked with Rhino Africa. We are the only tour operator in Africa to offer this protection and you do not get this protection if you book direct.

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Logistics

Cancellation policy
  • Cancellation prior to 8 weeks of travel - Full 30 % deposit is forfeited 
  • Cancellation 8 – 4 weeks prior to travel - 50% of total cost is forfeited
  • Cancellation less than 4 weeks prior to travel - 100% of total cost is forfeited
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Meals Included

1 Breakfast

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
Trip ID
rhinoa-GilClaRhi

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