Please note: This is an overland group adventure camping trip so you are expected to participate in all aspects of the trip (i.e. putting your tents up and down, assisting with meal preparation and cleaning up on a rota basis). Trip activities are designed to be quite flexible, so while there are a lot of optional excursions to choose from, you can choose how much or how little they’d like to include in your trip.  This trip is adventurous in nature, and our itinerary need to remain somewhat flexible in the event that things do not run according to plan.

We depart Johannesburg and travel towards the Kruger National Park.  En route we will pass through the southern part of the Panorama Route – an area famous for its picturesque vistas.  We will arrive in the Kruger National Park in the late afternoon and enjoy a game drive on our way to the campsite within the park.  Tonight we will spend the evening relaxing around the campfire.

This morning we will enjoy an early game drive in the park.  This amazing national park covers a vast area and boasts more than 140 mammals, 500 bird species, and 114 reptiles.  23,000 types of plants have also been recorded here.  We will spend the day driving through the park in search of the Big 5, as well as many other animals and plants, stopping at some of the view points.  Tonight we will send the evening at one of the southern camps in the park.

This morning we will depart early and leave South Africa to head to Mozambique and the warm waters of the Indian Ocean.  Best known as an ivory and slave trade centre in colonial times, Inhambane was the trading centre for the then Portuguese East Africa.

The beaches on the outskirts of Inhambane are well known for their scuba diving; their proximity to various reefs providing divers with wonderful experiences. The reefs here include the famous Manta Reef and Gallaria, and common sightings range from manta rays, whale sharks, turtles and a host of other marine life.  There are a host of professional scuba diving operators along the coast, and dives can be booked with them on our arrival at the camp.

We will spend the day at leisure, enjoying the warm Indian Ocean waters, exploring the abundant marine life on a dive or snorkelling excursion, browsing the “Mecado Central” (central market), or riding along the beach on horseback.

Today we will take a leisurely drive up the coast to the beautiful Morrungulo resort.  Located amidst a coconut palm plantation, this camp offers a real tropical island atmosphere – keep an eye out for falling coconuts!  You can go deep-sea fishing, or simply enjoy a walk on this tranquil stretch of beach.

Vilanculous is the gateway to the three main islands of the Bazaruto Archipelago.  We will spend the next 2 nights here, giving you the opportunity to take a boat charter out to the smaller island of Magaruque on day 7.  Other possible optional activities include sunset cruises, horse riding, Dhow boat trips, big game fishing and whale watching (seasonal), as well as many more.

Today we depart from the coast and drive inland to Bandula.  This drive will take us through rural Mozambique, allowing you the chance to see the local villages and farmsteads.  We will arrive at Chicamba Dam in the late afternoon, where we will set up camp for the night.

Today we will cross the border into Zimbabwe – a beautiful country rich in culture, history and tradition.  We will continue to Gweru, located in the Midlands.  We will stop at the Antelope Park, one of Zimbabwe’s most popular tourist attractions.  A wealth of animals can be seen here, including lion, elephant, giraffe and numerous antelope.  You will have the unique chance to walk with lions, ride or swim with elephants, or enjoy game viewing either on horseback or in a vehicle.

We will spend the day at leisure, enjoying personal encounters with Africa’s great wildlife.  There are many activities available, including lion walks, elephant experiences, or a night-time game drive.

Today we travel to Bulawayo – the second largest city in Zimbabwe.  Noted for its unusually wide streets (originally design to accommodate the full span of an ox wagon), Bulawayo still retains much of its British Colonial charm, evident in the many buildings maintained as heritage sites within the city.  Places of interest include the Natural History Museum, the National Art Gallery and the Mzilikazi Arts & Crafts Centre, as well as the City Hall.

Today we will depart from Bulawayo and head north-west to Zimbabwe’s oldest and largest reserve – the Hwange National Park.  This park is well known for its wildlife, with thousands of elephant and rare antelope species (such as the Sable and Roan antelope) calling this area home.  We will enjoy a game drive (either late afternoon or early morning) to explore the wilderness and see some of the abundance of animals and birdlife in the park.

We will leave Hwange today and travel to Victoria Falls.  The town of Victoria Falls is situated on the mighty Zambezi River and surrounded by the Victoria Falls National Park.  Our campsite is located in the centre of town, conveniently a short walk from the adventure booking agents, restaurants and shops within the town.  The entrance point to the falls is a 20 minute walk.

Victoria Falls is one of the most spectacular natural wonders of the world; a sheet of cascading water almost 2km wide and 100m tall. The Falls are a World Heritage Site and the world’s largest single curtain of falling water. From a considerable distance upstream, the Zambezi River runs over a flat plateau, winding its way towards the falls.  The waterfall is formed as the full width of the mighty Zambezi plummets in a single vertical drop into a deep chasm, carved by the water from a fracture in the earth.  Known as Mosi-oa-Tunya (the Smoke Thunders), this spectacular waterfall will take your breath away.

In the early afternoon we will have an adventure activity briefing, before spending the remainder of the day at leisure, relaxing at the pool in the campsite, viewing the majestic waterfall, or exploring the delightful town.

After a hearty breakfast you will have the chance for last minute exchanges with other group members, having come to the end of a trip of a lifetime.  We suggest extending your stay in Victoria Falls to take advantage of the many optional excursions available in this area.

Activities offered include walking with lions, a visit to the Crocodile Ranch, boat cruises on the Zambezi River, golf at the Elephant Hills Resort and flights and helicopter flips over the falls.  For the more adventurous there is bungee jumping from the Victoria Falls Bridge, abseiling down Batoka Gorge and white water rafting down the Grade 5 rapids of the mighty Zambezi.