Picture this: cruising through Africa’s wild landscapes, scanning the horizon for the animals you’ve been dreaming of seeing since childhood. The sun casts a golden glow, the breeze rustles through the acacia trees, and the sounds of the bush create a rhythm all their own. On this epic 18-day journey through South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Botswana, that’s not just a dream — it’s your reality. Experience unforgettable safari drives in Kruger, Hwange, and Chobe National Parks, where lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards, and giraffes roam free. Then, glide through the tranquil Okavango Delta in a traditional mokoro canoe for a whole new perspective on the wild. With expert guides leading the way, this is the African adventure you’ve been waiting for.
Hotels (4 nts), Tented Camp (2 nts) Lodges (11 nts)
17 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 16 dinners
Allow USD165-215 for meals not included.
Plane. Private vehicles, safari vehicles, walking, mokoro (traditional canoe).
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Johannesburg: Arrive at any time. After an early evening welcome meeting, enjoy an included Braai dinner to get our first taste of South African fare.
Johannesburg/Greater Kruger Area: Depart Johannesburg early to get a jump start on today's long drive. An included lunch along the way will break up the drive and give you a chance to stretch your legs. Arrive to your lodge accommodations in the late afternoon, just in time to freshen up for dinner with the group.
Greater Kruger Area: Wake up bright and early today for an included bush walk. Take this opportunity to get up close and personal with the incredible nature that surrounds you. Enjoy a picnic lunch after the walk and then a few hours of well earned rest back at the lodge. In the later afternoon set off on a safari drive to the wildlife in Kruger National Park.
Kruger National Park Area: Enjoy an early start this morning to enter the park and enjoy the full-day safari drive through Kruger in search of the Big Five. After an exciting day out in the wild, arrive late afternoon to your lodge and enjoy some local fare during dinner this evening.
Kruger National Park Area: Another full day in Kruger awaits. Hop into a 4x4 to enjoy a more intimate wildlife safari drive, one offering a fresh perspective of the scenery and animals around you. Finish the day with a delicious dinner with your fellow travelers.
Kruger National Park Area: Spend a free day in the area and choose which optional activities are best for you. Possible options include a morning or afternoon safari drive in Kruger National Park, or a full-day tour along the Panorama Route to set those photography skills to the test. The route offers unbelievable views at every turn and traverses the Great Escarpment via thrilling mountain passes.
Kruger/Johannesburg: After breakfast at the lodge, witness first-hand the large role conservation plays in Kruger and the surrounding areas on an educational visit to The Jane Goodall Institute Chimpanzee Eden, commonly referred to as Chimp Eden. This animal sanctuary for rescued chimpanzees is located in the Umhloti Nature Reserve and a tour here is the perfect way to celebrate a visit to South Africa. Arrive to the lively city of Johannesburg in the early evening and enjoy a group dinner at the hotel.
Chobe National Park: Savour breakfast at the lodge before a morning safari drive through the wild landscape of Chobe National Park, home to the largest concentration of elephants in Africa and boasting some herds numbering in the hundreds. Other animals you may see while on safari here are lions, leopards, hippos, gazelles, and large herds of buffalo. Return to the lodge for lunch on your own before a free afternoon for optional activities in the area. Choose to prebook the Four Corners of Africa River cruise for a unique experience in the water where four countries meet. Dinner is included at the lodge this evening.
Maun: Depart at any time.