Itinerary

Day 1 & 2 – Victoria Falls
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 before the tour starts which will allow you the time to take full advantage of the activities on offer as this tour leaves early on Day 2.

NB Entrance (approximately 20 USD) to Mosi oa Tunya (Victoria Falls) National Park is not included in your tour price.

Days 3 & 4 - Bulawayo
Departing from the adrenaline capital of Africa, Victoria Falls, we head towards Zimbabwe’s second largest city of Bulawayo where, depending on our time of arrival, we may have a chance for craft shopping before we set up camp. There’s more game watching the next day in Matopos National Park, home to a large population of white rhino and the site of Cecil Rhodes grave.

Days 4 & 5 - Antelope Park, Gweru
We then head to the Antelope Park where you will have the rare opportunity to take a walk with some lion cubs, go horse riding, take a boat cruise, or even ride and swim with an African elephant.

Days 6 & 7 - To Mozambique And Vilanculos
Heading westward across Zimbabwe to exit the country near Mutare we camp here, or on the shores of picturesque Lake Chicamba. This is en route to Mozambique, before arriving at the beautiful coastline of Vilanculos. These two full days of driving are rewarded by the complete contrast of scenery, culture and climate gained by moving from the centre of landlocked Zimbabwe to tropical Vilanculos on the coast of Mozambique.

Days 8 & 9 - 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 10 & 11 - Inhambane And Ponta De Barra
Next we head further south down the palm-fringed coast to Inhambane – a small town with a colourful market and friendly atmosphere. We camp at the idyllic Ponta De Barra for a couple of nights and enjoy relaxing on the beach, or walking along the peninsular where there are more opportunities for snorkelling or scuba diving, whale watching or quad biking.

Day 12 – Maputo
Our last stop in Mozambique is in the lively capital city of Maputo with its wide tree lined streets and colonial architecture. We overnight in Maputo.

Day 13 & 14 - Kruger National Park And Johannesburg
Leaving Mozambique we drive into South Africa and the world-renowned Kruger National Park, home to a staggering amount of wildlife and birds. We camp for the night within the park and on our final morning take an early game drive when the animals are at their most active.We end this trip on the last day in the cosmopolitan city of Johannesburg; we will arrive into Johannesburg between 5-6 p.m. at the Africa Centre Lodge.
Accommodation is NOT included on Day 14.

Included

Fully Escorted Tour with Tour Leader and Driver
All 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: Victoria Falls - Finish: Johannesburg
Sun 08 Apr 12    -    Sat 21 Apr 12
Sun 29 Apr 12    -    Sat 12 May 12
Sun 20 May 12    -    Sat 02 Jun 12
Sun 03 Jun 12    -    Sat 16 Jun 12
Sun 24 Jun 12    -    Sat 07 Jul 12
Sun 15 Jul 12    -    Sat 28 Jul 12
Sun 05 Aug 12    -    Sat 18 Aug 12
Sun 19 Aug 12    -    Sat 01 Sep 12
Sun 09 Sep 12    -    Sat 22 Sep 12
Sun 30 Sep 12    -    Sat 13 Oct 12
Sun 21 Oct 12    -    Sat 03 Nov 12
Sun 11 Nov 12    -    Sat 24 Nov 12
Sun 09 Dec 12    -    Sat 22 Dec 12
Sun 30 Dec 12    -    Sat 12 Jan 13

2013
Sun 17 Mar 13    -    Sat 30 Mar 13
Sun 14 Apr 13    -    Sat 27 Apr 13
Sun 05 May 13    -    Sat 18 May 13
Sun 26 May 13    -    Sat 08 Jun 13
Sun 16 Jun 13    -    Sat 29 Jun 13

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