Wildlife and Mozambique Islands 14 days

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Tour Summary: Mozambique, still a remote & unspoilt country with such friendly people is, without a doubt, the undiscovered gem of Africa. Take a dhow safari sailing through the Bazaruto Islands, exploring beaches and pristine coral reefs. Enjoy the fantastic seafood, lose yourself in colonial architecture and chill out on the fabulous coastline. Added to this is the beauty and adrenaline rush of Victoria Falls and the wildlife of the Kruger, making it a memorable fortnight .
Highlights: Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Maputo, Ponta da Barra Beaches, Inhambane, Bazaruto Archipelago, Dhow Safari, Vilanculos, Antelope Park, Lion Walk, Matobo National Park, Bulawayo, Victoria Falls Town
Itinerary
Day 1 - Johannesburg to Hazyview
Early departure from Johannesburg at 7 a.m. and head for Hazyview on the outskirts of Kruger National Park.
Days 2 & 3 – Hazyview to Kruger National Park
Today we enter the world-renowned Kruger National Park,
home to a staggering amount of wildlife and birds. We camp for the night within the park and there is an option of a night safari. Kruger is one of the few places in Africa where it is possible to observe nocturnal wildlife and this makes a unique experience. On our final morning we will take an early game drive when the animals are at their most active.Next we travel to Mozambique and Maputo. Maputo is a lively city with tree-lined streets, ocean views and interesting Portuguese colonial architecture. We overnight in a lodge in Maputo.
Days 4 & 5 - Inhambane And Ponta da Barra Next we travel further north along the palm-fringed coast to Inhambane – a small town with a colourful market and friendly atmosphere. We camp at the idyllic Ponta da Barra for a couple of nights and enjoy relaxing on the beach, or walking along the peninsular where there are more opportunities for snorkelling, scuba diving, whale watching or quad biking.
Days 6 – 8 - Vilanculos
For the next two days we will be based in Vilanculos in
order to enjoy a Dhow safari to the islands of the Bazaruto Archipelago – classed as a World Heritage Site for its outstanding natural beauty. Other activites to enjoy are horse riding along the beaches or interacting with the locals whilst visiting some of the volunteer and community projects in the area.Days 9 – 11 - To Zimbabwe And Antelope Park
Leaving the beautiful coastline behind us, we camp on the shores of picturesque Lake Chicamba or cross into Zimbabwe and stay near Mutare. Next we depart for a relaxing day at the Antelope Park where you will have the rare opportunity to take a walk with some lion cubs, go horse riding, a boat cruise, or even ride and swim with an African elephant. The two full days driving will be quickly forgotten once the contrast of scenery, culture and animals of land-locked Zimbabwe become apparent.Day 12 - Bulawayo
From Antelope Park we will travel to Bulawayo, the second city of Zimbabwe and join a full day tour to Matopos National Park, home to a large population of white rhino and the site of Cecil Rhodes grave.
Day 13 & 14 - Victoria Falls
Departing Bulawayo after breakfast we will arrive in Victoria Falls for a late lunch and have time to plan for an evening activity and any adventures on final day of the tour. Known locally as Mosi oa Tunya, ‘the smoke that thunders’,
the falls themselves are one of the world’s natural wonders although they are neither the highest nor the widest. They do, however, create a visual spectacle as they cut a massive gorge in the earth and crash 111 metres to the river below. This gorge actually forms the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia. There are numerous optional activities on the Zimbabwe side, the most famous being white water rafting on the Lower Zambezi. This excursion takes a full day and has 14 plus rapids, none below grade 4 (rapids are graded from 1 to 6). Please note that at certain times of the year the rafting may be restricted or even closed due to high water levels (March – May). Bungy jumping is also an option for all those who wish to throw themselves 111 metres head first off a bridge! Various flights are on offer including light fixed wing aircraft, helicopter, microlight and ultralight, all offering wonderful views of the falls. As well as these there is horse riding, elephant riding and canoeing, not to mention a walk to the falls themselves. Videos and still photographs are available for purchase of most activities, and are a great reminder of your adrenaline filled visit to the mighty Victoria Falls and Zambezi River.We would advise that you spend a few days at Victoria Falls after the tour ends, this will allow you the time to take full advantage of the activities on offer. NB Entrance (approximately 20 USD) to Mosi oa Tunya (Victoria Falls) National Park is not included in your tour price.
Included
Fully Escorted Tour with Tour Leader and DriverAll Activities, Sightseeing and Entrance Fees as per Itinerary
All Meals whilst Camping
National Parks and Reserve Entrance Fees
All Tolls and Taxes
Dhow Safari to Bazaruto Archipelago
Accommodation
Camping (13 Nights)
Transport
Safari Vehicle
Dhow
On foot
Excluded
All optional excursions, visas and meals unless otherwise stated in the itinerary.Optional activities
Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe Elephant Ride 30 Mins $30
Zimbabwe Sunset Cruise $25
Zimbabwe Horse Ride $25
Victoria Falls Rafting Full Day $140
Victoria Falls River Boarding Half Day $125
Victoria Falls Flight of Angels Helicopter Ride 30 mins $220
Victoria Falls Flight of Angels Fixed Wing $80
Victoria Falls Bungy Jumping $130
Victoria Falls Jet boating from $100
Victoria Falls Gorge Swing / Abseil $115
Victoria Falls Sky Dive (Tandem) $305
Victoria Falls Game Walks $90
Victoria Falls Lion Walk $100
Victoria Falls Canoe Safaris from $85-110
Victoria Falls Kayaking $165
Victoria Falls Interactive Drumming $30
Victoria Falls Elephant Ride $100
Victoria Falls Horse Riding from $50-100
Mozambique
Mozambique Scuba Diving Single Dive $120
Mozambique Quad Biking $50
Mozambique Deep Sea Fishing $150
Mozambique Horse Riding $40
Departures
Start: Johannesburg – Finish: Victoria Falls
Sun 25 Mar 12 - Sat 07 Apr 12
Sun 15 Apr 12 - Sat 28 Apr 12
Sun 29 Apr 12 - Sat 12 May 12
Sun 20 May 12 - Sat 02 Jun 12
Sun 10 Jun 12 - Sat 23 Jun 12
Sun 01 Jul 12 - Sat 14 Jul 12
Sun 22 Jul 12 - Sat 04 Aug 12
Sun 05 Aug 12 - Sat 18 Aug 12
Sun 26 Aug 12 - Sat 08 Sep 12
Sun 02 Sep 12 - Sat 15 Sep 12
Sun 07 Oct 12 - Sat 20 Oct 12
Sun 28 Oct 12 - Sat 10 Nov 12
Sun 18 Nov 12 - Sat 01 Dec 12
Sun 16 Dec 12 - Sat 29 Dec 12
2013
Sun 24 Mar 13 - Sat 06 Apr 13
Sun 21 Apr 13 - Sat 04 May 13
Sun 12 May 13 - Sat 25 May 13
Sun 02 Jun 13 - Sat 15 Jun 13
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