Zambia Only ground transport Tours &amp; Trips

preferred

4.8/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Chobe National Park, Hwange National Park, Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Limpopo, Livingstone, Victoria Falls, Zambezi River

Highlights

Matobo or Matopos National Park, Zimbabwe: The Matobo National Park lies in the Matobo Hills, which are a 200 million year old range of granite domes, spires and unique smoothly-rounded balancing boulders created by years of erosion. The 424 sq km park is the burial ground for colonial imperialist Cecil Rhodes and his peaceful grave can be visited on the top of one of these outcrops of rock. It is also home to a diversity of wildlife, and has one of the largest densities of leopard in Africa, and considerable populations of both the black and white rhinoceros. The highlight here is a game walk to possibly get close to rhino on foot.
Kruger National Park, South Africa: Spanning 18,989 square kilometers, the Kruger National Park is one of the largest game reserves in Africa, and is the premier game reserve of South Africa. Home to the Big Five, there are 147 mammalian species, as well as 517 bird species and 114 species of reptile.
Matobo or Matopos National Park, Zimbabwe
The Matobo National Park lies in the Matobo Hills, which are a 200 million year old range of granite domes, spires and unique smoothly-rounded balancing boulders created by years of erosion. The 424 sq km park is the burial ground for colonial imperialist Cecil Rhodes and his peaceful grave can be visited on the top of one of these outcrops of rock. It is also home to a diversity of wildlife, and has one of the largest densities of leopard in Africa, and considerable populations of both the black and white rhinoceros. The highlight here is a game walk to possibly get close to rhino on foot.
Victoria Falls National Park: Victoria Falls or Mosi Oa Tunya, the smoke that thunders sits on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe where the Zambezi river drops 108 metres into the gorge. Victoria Falls, named after Queen Victoria are also known by their local name Mosi Oa Tunya, which literally translated means 'The Smoke that Thunders' referring to the coloumn of spray from the waterfall that can be seen from miles around. Victoria Falls is undoubtedly Southern Africa's adventure playground and some of the activities on offer are:

Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Overland Journeys, Safari

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"Went on 14 day Gorilla overland trek Kenya and Uganda. It was amazing, wild life was top priority for the trip. Pete and Francis, our tour guide and driver were absolutely amazing individuals. They were personable, food was excellent and campsites had everything you need"

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7 days From$1,100

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African Insight (Southbound)

preferred

4.8/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Chobe National Park, Kruger National Park, Limpopo, Victoria Falls

Highlights

Explore Matobo or Matopos National Park, Zimbabwe
Visit Kruger National Park, South Africa
Visit Polokwane Game Reserve, South Africa
Watch the fascinating Victoria Falls National Park

Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Overland Journeys, Safari

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7 days From$1,100

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South West Safari (19 days)

preferred

4.8/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Chobe National Park, Etosha National Park, Limpopo, Livingstone, Maun, Okavango Delta, Windhoek

Highlights

Explore Chobe National Park, Botswana
See the Elephant Sands, Nata, Botswana
Visit Etosha National Park, Namibia
See the Fish River Canyon, Namibia
Namib Naukluft Park, Namibia

Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Overland Journeys, Safari

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19 days From$1,980

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Desert Tracker (19 days)

preferred

4.8/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Chobe National Park, Etosha National Park, Kalahari Desert, Livingstone, Maun, Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls

Highlights

Explore Chobe National Park, Botswana
See the Elephant Sands, Nata, Botswana
Visit the fascinating Etosha National Park, Namibia
See the Fish River Canyon, Namibia
Visit Namib Naukluft Park, Namibia

Themes

Climbing & Mountaineering, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Overland Journeys, Safari

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19 days From$1,980

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The Botswana Walking Safari

By Ker & Downey

preferred

Private Guided

Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Livingstone, Okavango Delta, Victoria Falls, Zambezi River

Highlights

Explore Okavango Delta
Experience the Botswana walking safari which takes place on the edge of the Okavango Delta's floodplains at Footsteps Across the Delta
Experience the dramatic Victoria Falls and surrounding wildlife as the infamous David Livingstone did 150 years ago
Enjoy the incredible Safari game drives

Themes

50 plus, Hiking & Walking, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Safari

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12 days From$9,605

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13 Day Zambia, Botswana & South Africa Adventure

By Gate 1 Travel

none

3.7/5 Great

100+ reviews

Small Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Cape Town, Chobe National Park, Johannesburg, Livingstone, Okavango Delta, Table Mountain

Highlights

Experience the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, one of the greatest natural wonders of the world with its astounding vistas Walking safari through the exquisite rainforest at Victoria Falls, stopping to see the statue of David Livingstone, the missionary explorer who discovered the Falls At Chobe National Park in Botswana, board a motorized boat for a magnificent sunset safari cruise Watch the game up-close at the source of the Savute in Chobe with its plentiful wildlife and over 460 different species of birds Travel to the lush, green Okavango Delta, the world's largest inland delta with its huge concentration of animals and birds, designated a World Heritage Site Twice-daily game activities in the untouched freshwater wetland of the Okavango Delta, at the heart of Botswana’s arid Kalahari desert Ascend to the top of legendary Table Mountain to see the astonishing panoramic views of the city and beaches below Enjoy a unique interaction and experience the cultural diversity of the Cape Malay community Travel through the fertile valleys of South Africa's picturesque wine country, with its magnificent Cape Dutch architecture, stopping for tastings at major vineyards by Wine Tram †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates

Themes

50 plus, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"We have loved Gate 1 and always sing their praises. We've been on 7 tours with another one booked for fall. We were supposed to leave for Ecuador this week, however the country is in a 60 day state of emergency with the escape of 2 infamous gang members. Tourists are advised to stay indoors and there is a daily curfew from 11pm-5am. (our flight was to land at 11:15pm). Our trip included stays in 2 of the main cities of unrest. There have been shootings, car bombings, hostage taking, closing of embassies, and other countries issuing do not travel warnings. Other tour companies have cancelled tours or offered refunds or rescheduling. Travel insurance does not cover wars or civil unrest, but we are clearly afraid to go there. Both we and our travel agent have reached out multiple times with our concerns and asked if we could reschedule or get some sort of credit. We continue to get the same reply either in person or via email...Gate 1 has your safety as our highest priority and we feel you are safe ("they are not targeting tourists") and your itinerary should not be impacted. What? Their highest priority is $ and not our safety. There is no way that's the tour we anticipated. We cancelled the trip and took a 90% penalty, loss of deposit, and $276 airline penalty. It's a LOT of money, but we would have been terrified, and it's not worth getting hurt or worse. Sorry, but it's not the company I want to do business with in the future."

By African Safari Consultants LLC

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13 days From$7,449

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Luxury Rail Trip & Safari – 18 Days

none

5/5 Excellent

100+ reviews

Group Tour

Lodging level

Luxury - 5 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Chobe National Park, Kasane, Okavango Delta, Zambezi River

Highlights

Explore Cape Town
Enjoy Rovos train for your 2 day scenic rail journey north, through the Winelands and the Karoo to Pretoria
Experience Notten’s Bush Camp in the Sabi Sands for 3 nights on safari
See the historical Kimberley where passengers can board the bus for a tour of the famous Big Hole and the Diamond Mine Museum

Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Safari, Train & Rail Journeys

What travelers are saying

"This was our second visit to Africa and both times we have used Southern Destinations. All our dealings have been with the same agent, and she has been extremely helpful in designing a safari that suits our needs. I cannot imagine switching to any other agency and agent. In both of our trips, we were never left in any doubt as to what to expect at any stage during our holiday. We are thinking of our next safari and our agent will hear from us soon."

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18 days

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14 Day Classic South Africa with Victoria Falls

By Gate 1 Travel

none

3.7/5 Great

100+ reviews

Group Tour

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Cape Town, Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Livingstone, Table Mountain

Highlights

Experience Cape Town, during the city tour pass by Castle of Good Hope, the Grande Parade and visit Table Mountain
In the course of the Cape Peninsula tour, visit the Cape of Good Hope reserve and view the penguin colonies at Boulders Beach
Game viewing cruise on the St Lucia Estuary, a uniquely diverse ecosystem
Game drive through Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve
A thrilling game drive in an open-vehicle through Kruger National Park

Themes

50 plus, Nature & Wildlife

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