The Grand Southern Safari tour
20 days
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This comprehensive 20-day tour covers the well worn route from Cape Town to Victoria Falls, crossing South Africa, Namibia and Botswana, and ending in Zimbabwe. It’s a truly grand African safari
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Overview
Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
What's this trip about?
This comprehensive 20-day tour covers the well worn route from Cape Town to Victoria Falls, crossing South Africa, Namibia and Botswana, and ending in Zimbabwe. It’s a truly grand African safari
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Details
Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 1 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityCederberg
End CityKasane
Destinations
Trip includes
- 19 night's accommodation either camping or in hotels/lodges/guesthouses/permanent camps (supplement applies)
- All transport in 25-seat expedition vehicle
- All 'included highlights' as mentioned in the itinerary
- 2 truck crew (driver/guide plus assistant/cook)
- Local guides for sightseeing tours and activities as per the itinerary
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Cape Town to the Cederberg
The grand southern safari starts in the Cape Town city centre, where we'll all gather before heading off towards the Cederberg region of the Western Cape, which boasts spectacular mountain ranges and orange farms.
The Cederberg is also the home of the Rooibos bush, whic...
| OVERNIGHT:
Marcuskraal
| MEALS:
Lunch, Dinner
Day 2 - Namaqualand to the Gariep River
From Citrusdal, we make our way to Namaqualand, which provides the first view of the desert vistas which will be a regular occurrence in the days ahead. We travel north, stopping in Springbok to refuel before we make our way to our camp located on the banks of the Orange...
| OVERNIGHT:
Camping - Fiddlers Creek Campsite / Accommodated - Felix Unite Cabanas or Bundi
| MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 - Namibia: Gariep (Orange River) to the Fish River Canyon
The Orange River may have been named after the Dutch Royal House, but it has also recently been referred to by its original name - Gariep - which means river in the KhoeKhoe language.
The Orange River starts its journey in the mountains of Lesotho and flows through the ...
| OVERNIGHT:
Camping - NWR: Hobas Campsite / Accommodated - NWR: Ai Ais Resort
| MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 - Fish River Canyon, Quiver Tree Forest and Giants Playground
We start the day early as we make our way to the edge of the Fish River Canyon to marvel at the sun rising over the canyon. We'll then make our way west as we travel to Keetmanshoop. Our afternoon is spent exploring the Quiver Tree Forest and Giants Playground - which is...
| OVERNIGHT:
Camping - Seeheim Hotel / Accommodated - Schutzenhaus Guesthouse
| MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 - Namib-Naukluft National Park
We'll spend most of the day travelling today as we head deeper into the Namib Desert, until we reach the dune fields that cover the western reaches of the desert. You will get a good glimpse into rural Namibia we pass expanses of sparse, dry farmland. We'll spend the nig...
| OVERNIGHT:
Camping - NWR: Sesriem campsite / Accommodated - Namib Naukluft Soft Adventur
| MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 - Sossusvlei Dunes – Namib-Naukluft National Park
We start the day early as we spend time in the Namib-Naukluft National Park and climb up the famous Dune 45, which offers a spectacular vantage point to marvel at the changing colours of the desert.
We'll enjoy a hearty breakfast before we hop into a 4x4 to Sossusvlei &...
| OVERNIGHT:
Camping - Boesman’s Camp / Accommodated - Namib Naukluft Soft Adventure Camp
| MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 - Swakopmund
Accommodated departures finish their time in the desert this morning taking an excursion into the desert with a local expert this morning. The tour now leaves the Namib Desert, stopping at the Tropic of Capricorn to stretch our legs.
We'll then make our way to the coast...
| OVERNIGHT:
Camping - Amanpuri Travellers Lodge or Strauss Holiday Accommodation / Accommodated - Stay@Swakop or Haus Garnison
| MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 - Swakopmund
Swakopmund may be Namibia's adventure capital, but it's much more than just adrenaline filled fun. You have the day free to explore the town on your own. Be sure to visit one of its famed coffee shops and bakeries that offer a variety of German-inspired treats.
Local op...
| OVERNIGHT:
Camping - Amanpuri Travellers Lodge or Strauss Holiday Accommodation / Accommodated - Stay@Swakop or Haus Garnison
| MEALS:
mBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9 - Spitzkoppe to Brandberg
We say goodbye to Swakopmund today as we make our way to the huge granite formations at Spitzkoppe, which towers at 700m high. Most notably, the presence of rock art on the boulders show the importance of these natural wonders to the San people who lived here many years ...
| OVERNIGHT:
Brandberg White Lady Lodge or Uis White Lady
| MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10 - The Brandberg White Lady
The Brandberg Mountains is one of the highest mountain ranges in Namibia, but its popularity stems from the famous White Lady rock painting, which is estimated to be 2000 years old. We'll spend some time exploring the area before we make our way to Kamanjab.
Route: Bran...
| OVERNIGHT:
Camping - Toko Lodge / Accommodated - Etotongwe
| MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11 - Etosha National Park
We start the day early once more as we make our way to the Etosha National Park, which is famed for offering some of the most unique game watching experiences in Africa. We will reach Etosha in the afternoon, where we'll enjoy our first game drive before heading to the r...
| OVERNIGHT:
NWR: Okaukuejo or Halali
| MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12 - Second day in Etosha
We will spend most of the day exploring the Etosha National Park, searching for the wildlife that call this wildlife sanctuary home. No day on safari is ever the same, so keep your eyes out for any special sightings.
Route: Etosha National Park Included Highlight: Full ...
| OVERNIGHT:
NWR: Okaukuejo or Halali
| MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13 - Windhoek
Today we make our way to Namibia's capital city of Windhoek, which was officially founded in 1890 when the Germans built a fort and started to occupy the area permanently. Upon arrival, we will take a short walk through the city, viewing some of its most popular landmark...
| OVERNIGHT:
Heja Game Lodge
| MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14 - From Namibia to Botswana
We make our way east today, crossing the border into Botswana and the Kalahari Desert, one of the homes of the San people. This afternoon, we'll head out on a guided walk with the San community, which provides great insight into their way of life. Tonight, we enjoy an ev...
| OVERNIGHT:
Ghanzi Trail Blazers
| MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 15 - Greater Moremi Game Reserve Area
Note: You will be travelling apart from the truck for the following 2 nights and should therefore pack all the personal belongings you may need before we depart for Maun today as time will be tight on arrival there. Please pack lightly and only take what you need for the...
| OVERNIGHT:
South Gate Camp
| MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 16 - Greater Moremi Game Reserve Area
One of the best ways to explore the waterways of the Okavango Delta is in a dugout canoe called a mokoro. We head out early today until we reach the poling station, where we'll meet the polers who will guide our mokoros through the delta.
Once we reach one of the many i...
| OVERNIGHT:
South Gate Camp
| MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 17 - Savuti Game Reserve
We'll spend most of today driving on a 4x4 game safari through the unique Savuti Game Reserve. Bordered by the Okavango Delta to the west, and Chobe National Park to the west, Savuti is renowned for having one of the largest concentrations of wildlife in Southern Africa,...
| OVERNIGHT:
Thebe River Safaris
| MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 18 - Chobe National Park
Those who have chosen to take the optional game drive in Chobe National Park will start early for their morning safari in open 4x4 vehicles. They'll return to camp for lunch before we all head out in the afternoon for a leisurely boat cruise which should afford us great ...
| OVERNIGHT:
Thebe River Safaris
| MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 19 - Victoria Falls
We say goodbye to Botswana today as we cross the border into Zimbabwe and travel towards the Victoria Falls - one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World and the major waterfall on the Zambezi River in Africa.
You have the day free to explore this natural wonder at yo...
| OVERNIGHT:
Victoria Falls Rainbow Hotel
| MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 20 - Victoria Falls
The tour comes to an end after breakfast. With the variety of activities on offer in Victoria Falls, feel free to try some of them at your leisure.
Optional Activity: Visit the Vic Falls, Zambezi Sunset Cruise, Bungee Jump, Helicopter Flights, White Water Rafting
| OVERNIGHT:
Own Arrangements / Post tour accommodation can be booked
| MEALS:
Breakfast
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Price per day$131
Last Updated: 0/25/2024
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Our tours range from historical sightseeing and Nile cruises in Egypt, through to long strenuous treks and white water rafting in Nepal or swimming with whales in Tonga. You can join other travellers on a small group departure, or personalise and tailor-make an itinerary for you to enjoy privately.
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Logistics
What's excluded
- International Flights
- Visas
- Travel Insurance (compulsory)
- Single room supplements (chargeable if a same-sex room share is not available)
- Okavango Delta upgrade and optional activities (see itinerary)
- 'Accommodated hotel upgrade' (hotels/lodges/permanent camps instead of camping)
- Meals not indicated in the itinerary
- Drinks, snacks, tips and other personal expenses (e.g. laundry)
- Tips for tour leader
- Any other items not mentioned above
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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