local driver/guide. Departures are guaranteed (min 4 / max 16 participants); subject to availability
meals included (see “Price includes”)
minimum age: 12 years
Itinerary
Day 1 — Victoria Falls
Arrival at international airport and transfer to national airport, meet your driver and transfer to the hotel, unscheduled time, meeting with the guide at the reception at 18.00 for an informative orientation on the trip, You have an afternoon and a morning available in one of the most spectacular places in Africa for optional excursions and to browse through local markets; there are many possible activities (optional, not included): rafting, canoeing, cruises on the Zambezi, helicopter or plane flights over the falls, walks, elephant-back safaris, bungee jumping, and of course visiting the falls., Dinner at leisure, accommodation Paradise Cottages,
Car
Day 2 — Victoria Falls → Chobe National Park
Breakfast, free morning. You can go for an optional excursion (not included), departure to, Chobe National Park is one of the great African parks, comparable in size to the entire Abruzzo region, and combines three types of natural environments: sandy depressions, shrub desert, and the alluvial plains of the great rivers Lynianti and Chobe, which flow into the Zambezi near Kasane, where four states - Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe - meet. Their lush basins provide the ideal environment for herds of elephants, buffalos, and zebras, for which the park is famous., dinner at the lodge, accommodation, The lodge is located on the banks of the Chobe River, famous for its magnificent sunsets and abundance of wildlife.,
Day 3 — Chobe National Park
Breakfast, morning game drive in the park, return to the lodge, unscheduled lunch (not included), At sunset, a photo safari by boat on the Chobe River., dinner at the lodge, accommodation,
Car
Day 4 — Chobe National Park → Hwange National Park
Breakfast, departure to, lunch en route (not included), late afternoon arrival, Upon arrival, sunset safari aboard open 4x4 vehicles in the private concession bordering Hwange National Park, dinner, accommodation,
Day 5 — Hwange National Park
Full board at the lodge, Day dedicated to safaris in the Reserve, one in the morning and one in the afternoon., accommodation,
Car
Day 6 — Hwange National Park → Matopos National Park
Breakfast, departure to, free lunch, Matobo National Park is located in Zimbabwe, near the city of Bulawayo. It is renowned for its spectacular landscapes characterised by imposing granite formations shaped by wind and erosion, which give rise to rounded hills called kopjes, and for its caves decorated with ancient rock paintings by the San people. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2003, the park is of great natural and cultural importance. It is home to a rich fauna, including white and black rhinos, antelopes and numerous species of birds of prey. It is also a place of profound historical and spiritual value for the local people and houses the tomb of Cecil Rhodes, the British coloniser., I will arrive at the lodge in the afternoon., In the morning, you will have the unique opportunity to get up close to one of Africa's most iconic and endangered species: the rhinoceros. Home to a population of black and white rhinos, Zimbabwe remains a stronghold for these peaceful and ancient animals, dinner, accommodation,
Car
Day 7 — Matopos National Park → Mapungubwe National Park
Breakfast, departure to, Mapungubwe National Park is located in northern South Africa, on the border with Zimbabwe and Botswana, where the Limpopo and Shashe rivers meet. It is a site of great natural and cultural value: it boasts spectacular landscapes of rocky hills, savannah and baobab forests, as well as rich biodiversity with elephants, giraffes, antelopes and over 400 species of birds. The park is also famous for its historical importance: it was the site of the Kingdom of Mapungubwe (11th–13th century), the first great civilisation in southern Africa, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Archaeological remains, such as the famous golden rhino, bear witness to the area's central role in trade at the time., lunch en route (not included), I will arrive at the lodge in the afternoon., dinner, accommodation,
Day 8 — Mapungubwe National Park
Breakfast, In the morning, there will be a walk to visit the Kaoxa rock painting, free lunch, unscheduled time, At sunset, activities to enjoy the spectacular view of the area dotted with baobab trees., dinner, accommodation,
Car
Day 9 — Mapungubwe National Park → Mpumalanga/Panorama Route
Breakfast, departure to, you follow the famous Panorama Route; the road crosses the Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, one of the most spectacular views in Africa, through pine and eucalyptus forests crossed by numerous streams that form picturesque waterfalls such as the Mac Mac Falls. The Canyon is one of the largest in the world, 20 km long and up to 700 m deep; from the God's Window viewpoint, the view over the Lowveld plains is spectacular and stretches as far as the eye can see over forests and hills. Other stops are made at Bourke's Luck Potholes, the giant potholes carved by the erosive force of water, and at the Three Rondavels viewpoint, three large round mesas., Arrival at the lodge in the late afternoon, Dinner at leisure, accommodation zzz Terracana Ranch Resort,
Car
Day 10 — Mpumalanga/Panorama Route
Breakfast, departure to, off-road photosafari day, Kruger National Park is the centerpiece of South African tourism, a vast area rich in wildlife that stretches for over 400 km across the provinces of Limpopo and Mpumalanga. But the region inhabited by large African animals extends beyond the public part into a large number of private reserves, often very expensive and exclusive, which form the Greater Kruger and where the circulation during photo safaris is not limited to roads, but open to the entire accessible territory by off-road vehicles. The distinction between Kruger National Park and Greater Kruger obviously does not concern the animals, which freely and indifferently roam both the national park and the private reserves. In any case, the adventure and the extraordinary natural environment will thrill you., return to the lodge, Dinner at leisure, accommodation zzz Terracana Ranch Resort,
Car
Day 11 — Mpumalanga/Panorama Route → Johannesburg
Breakfast, departure to, lunch en route (not included), late afternoon arrival, dinner, accommodation Shuttle bus Monteverde - Playa Flamingo/Tamarindo/Conchal,
Day 12 — Johannesburg
Breakfast, shuttle transfer to the airport, end of the tour.,
Notes
BAGGAGE: One medium-size baggage (max. 20 kg) per person is allowed. Storage room is extremely limited on Japanese trains. In the event of your luggage being shipped separately to your final destination, you are suggested to bring along a carry-on baggage with any personal belonging you might need during the trip (including toiletries for the nights).
SINGLE ROOMS: solo travelers are welcome; there is also the possibility of sharing a room with another person of the same sex; if a roommate is not found within a month before departure, a single supplement will be charged.
MOBILE TENT FIELD: wide and spacious tents for 2 people (2.4m x 2.4m x 1.9m) equipped with camp beds, sleeping mats, sleeping bags, and small pillows; shared toilet facilities with toilets, showers, and sinks in the equipped camping areas; shared temporary toilet and shower in non-equipped fields.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: before the start of the tour, all the participants must make sure they possess the required documents to enter the destination countries, and that such documents are comprehensive and valid.
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS: locally, several optional activities will be proposed, operated not directly by the tour organizer - Kiboko - but by third-party operators. Some of these activities are adventurous and involve an element of risk: do not participate if you do not feel confident in facing them. During the trip, you will receive a detailed description of each activity and you can evaluate the ones that are most suitable for you. The prices indicated in the day-by-day itinerary are purely indicative. Park entrances are not included.
SMOKING: smoking is not allowed on means of transportation, in tents, in rooms, and according to the guide's instructions.
AGE: minimum age of 7 years for Lodge Safaris, 10 years for Camping Safaris, but not recommended for children under 12 years old. The average age of participants is 40+ years. Participants who are 65 years old and above are required to provide a medical certificate of good health.
HOTEL / ITINERARIO, MODIFICHE: La societĂ organizzatrice si riserva il diritto di modificare l'itinerario e/o le sistemazioni previste, se richiesto da circostanze impreviste e se necessario per la sicurezza e il normale proseguimento del viaggio
HOTEL, CHECK-IN: rooms are usually assigned starting from 3pm. Earlier check-in is at the hotel’s discretion. If you request earlier assignation, you must book an extra night at the beginning of your stay.
INTOLERANCES AND SPECIAL DIETARY REGIMES: food intolerances (allergies, celiac disease, etc.) and special dietary regimes (vegan, etc.) must be communicated at the time of booking. Special menus or treatments are not provided or guaranteed, but we will do our best to accommodate the needs of participants. Notifications made after arrival will not be taken into consideration.
Starts from
12 days / 8 nights – from Victoria Falls to Johannesburg
Meals
Key: B breakfast, L lunch, D dinner,
Price includes
Local driver/guide. English-speaking rangers during the game drives, meals: 11 breakfasts, 1 lunches, 8 dinners, visits, excursions, and photo safaris as per the itinerary, hotel/airport transfer upon departure, 2 - 3 star twin/ double accomodation en-suite,
Price does not include
Administration fees and “no-risk” coverage, trip cancellation, medical expense & baggage coverage, Entrance to the parks USD to be given in cash to the local guide at the beginning of the tour., entry visa in Zimbabwe US$ 35 to be paid at the border, meals that have not been specified; beverage; any extra, tips, air travel and taxes, everything not expressly mentioned in "The fee includes",
Important notes
Entrance to the parks USD to be given in cash to the local guide at the beginning of the tour., ***CLIMATE***
January-March in Namibia and Botswana is the rainy season, characterized by hot and humid weather. Some days are clear and sunny, while others are gray with afternoon thunderstorms.
April-June, the rains are over! Everything is fresh and new with clear skies; moderate daytime temperatures, and the wildlife begins to gather around permanent water holes, making it easier to spot them.
July-September: dry, with clear days and an average daytime temperature of 25°C, nighttime temperatures between 0 and 10°C; animal sightings are excellent, migratory birds start arriving in August. The best time for a safari!
October: the driest period of the year with daytime temperatures of 30°C. An excellent time for spotting the Big Five.
November-December: hot days with the first afternoon thunderstorms; it is the weaning period and the sighting is good; many migratory birds.,
Kruger to Falls Adventure - from Victoria Falls — NAAR
Cancellation policies
Up to 31 days before no penalty - 30-0 days before 20% deposit withheld
20% deposit required upon booking,
LANGUAGE / GUIDE: tours have English-speaking driver / guide; for guaranteed departures in Italian, a translator is added; safaris guided by park rangers are always in English.
TIPS: not included, but practically mandatory, unless there are serious shortcomings. We recommend: €5 per day for each driver/guide and ranger, and for each participant based on satisfaction with the service received.
MEALS: not included when not specified
PUNCTUALITY: you are advised to be punctual. No refund is issued to passengers failing to meet at designated time.
REFUNDS: If the tour or any part thereof cannot be conducted due to Force Majeure or Vis Majeure, the Company shall not be responsible to give any refund; also, no refund will be given for any portions of the tour unused by the traveler
HEALTH / VACCINATIONS: Participants must be aware of the itinerary and their own physical ability to handle it; it is recommended to always check the Viaggiare Sicuri website for the latest updates on necessary and recommended vaccinations and prophylaxis.
