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14 days

CAMPING SAFARI: Kicking off in Kruger, the flagship of South Africa's national parks, take in the highlights of Mozambique's beautiful Indian Ocean Coast and Zimbabwe. Relax on beautiful beaches in Tofo and Bilene and sail on a dhow boat to pristine Magaruque Island in the Bazaruto Archipelago. Enjoy game drives through Matobo and Hwange National Park in search of the Big Five and end your adventure at the spectacular Victoria Falls on this 14 day overland safari.

For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more download our Trip Notes

Tour Overview

Duration

14 days

Starts

Pretoria

Ends

Victoria Falls

Range

Overlanding

Tour Guide

Yes - escorted by a tour leader

Group Size

Min 4 / Max 16

Minimum age

18

Departs

Thursdays

Hotel Rating

Camping

Countries

Mozambique, South Africa, Zimbabwe

Arrival Transfer

No - can be booked on request

Departure Transfer

No - can be booked on request

Meals included

Breakfast: 13, Lunch: 11, Dinner: 12
Per person from
NZD$5,461.25
Local Payment
$185.00pp paid in USD
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Total From
$12,850.00
NZD$10,922.50
Deposit From
Final payment
NZD$1,000.00
$10,422.50

Tour Highlights

Kruger National Park - Go in search of the Big Five in South Africa's premier wildlife reserve
Bilene - Snorkel in the stunning Uembje Lagoon and camp on top of the dunes
Magaruque Island - Sail on a dhow boat to this beautiful island in the Bazaruto Archipelago, with its powdery-white beaches and turquoise waters
Tofo - Spend two nights in this small Mozambique beach town where you can opt to snorkel, scuba dive, horse ride or visit nearby Inhambane
Masvingo - Visit the Great Zimbabwe Ruins, a historic World Heritage Site
Matobo National Park - Enjoy a game drive and exhilarating walking safari in search of rhinos and elusive leopards
Hwange National Park - Game drive through the private concession of Zimbabwe's best game reserve, home to a healthy population of elephants
Victoria Falls - Visit the spectacular Victoria Falls and choose from a myriad of optional excursions

Included

13 breakfast, 11 lunch & 12 dinner
13 nights camping in 2-person dome tents
Escorted by a licensed 2-person crew
Transportation in a 24-seater overland truck with camping and cooking equipment
Victoria Falls visit
Dhow Safari, Vilanculos - Magaruque Island snorkelling
Hwange National Park game drive in a 4x4 open vehicle with resident guide
Visit to the Great Zimbabwe Ruins
Matabo national park game drive in a 4x4 open vehicle and wilderness walk with resident guide
Game Drive in Kruger national park with resident guide
Sleeping mattress (you will need to bring your own sleeping bag)
All road tolls and vehicle taxes

Not Included

International flights and visas
Sleeping bag - please bring your own
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
Optional activities (prices listed in Trip Notes)
Local Payment: $185.00pp paid in USD

Itinerary

Day 1 - Pretoria

Pretoria - Hazyview. Our incredible African adventure begins today. Early this morning we depart for Kruger; southern Africa’s premier national park and camp outside the reserve in Hazyview. Kruger national park and the surrounding reserves are unfenced allowing abundance of wildlife to roam free. Kruger has every major Africa mammal including all the Big Five and over 500 species of birdlife. This evening we relax and enjoy Shangaan tribal dancing and singing around an open fire as we learn more about the fascinating people and their cultures.

Please note: Please arrive in Pretoria at least one night before your tour. There will be a pre-departure meeting at 18:00 on the evening prior to departure and the tour departs at 8am on day 1. Refer to the Joining Instructions for more information. We can book an airport transfer from Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport and Pretoria pre-tour accommodation upon request.

Overnight: Hazyview
Meals: Dinner

Day 2 - Kruger National Park

Today we board our specialised 4x4 game drive vehicles for a rewarding day in Kruger National Park. Going in search of the Big Five and other resident wildlife on a morning and afternoon game drive. We break for lunch and wait for the hottest part of the day to pass allowing the animal to be more active for our afternoon game drive.

Overnight: Hazyview
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 - Bilene

Hazyview - Bilene. We leave Greater Kruger and journey into the picturesque Mozambique today. Our first night along the beautiful Indian Ocean coast is Bilene, also known as Praia do Bilene. The town is famous for the Uembje Lagoon (or San Marthino lake) where you can try out one of the best loved activities in Bilene - snorkelling! Our camp for the evening is located on top of the dunes overlooking the stunning lagoon itself. It’s here we spend the night lulled by the sound of the ocean and enjoy the fresh breeze as we unwind from our day.

Overnight: Bilene
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Days 4-5 - Tofo

Praia do Bilene – Tofo. The morning of day 4 we head further along the scenic coast via Inhambane to Tofo, our base for the next 2 nights. Tofo is a beautiful little beach town with open beaches and the slow pace of life makes it a great place for us to relax. There are many activities on offer such as horse riding, snorkelling and scuba diving. Whale Sharks and Manta Rays inhabit the coastline all year round but are in larger numbers in the summer months (November to March). Humpback whales usually arrive around mid-June and are present until mid-October. Check out the local bars and restaurants and sample the tasty seafood. If you wish, you can also take a trip into Inhambane, the second oldest town in Mozambique.

Day 5 is free to spend at leisure, discover the local tropical beaches or the many optional activities on offer. Why not climb the ladder at the Cathedral of our Lady of the Conception in Inhambane or head out to explore the reefs and see the colourful marine life found in this warm watery haven.

Overnight: Tofo (2)
Meals: Breakfast x2, Lunch x2, Dinner x2

Days 6-7 - Vilanculos & Magaruque Island

Tofo - Vilanculos. After breakfast on day 6 we leave Tofo and head to the spectacular Indian Ocean coast. We stop in the small town of Vilanculos, gateway to the Bazaruto Archipelago. Here we gather our luggage and snorkels for tomorrow’s island trip and board our traditional dhow boat to sail to our ‘rustic ‘bush camp. The beach camp is located on a remote stretch of the coast approximately 90 minutes sail from Vilanculos town itself. Arriving in the late afternoon and settle into our beach camp for the next 2 nights.

On day 7 we board our dhow boat to Magaruque Island, the third island in the archipelago and the closest to Vilanculos. Magaruque is the perfect place to relax and unwind. You're free to explore this beautiful island at leisure, snorkel and swim in the turquoise water, soak up the sun on the powdery-white beach. A delicious seafood lunch is included and we return to our campsite late afternoon.

Overnight: Vilanculos (2)
Meals: Breakfast x2, Lunch x2, Dinner x2

Day 8 - Into Zimbabwe

Vilanculos area – Bandula Area. This morning we head back to our vehicle and travel inland. We set up camp close to the Chicamna dam and enjoy our last night in Mozambique before crossing the border into neighbouring Zimbabwe tomorrow. Our campsite is located within a 550-hectare conservancy.

Overnight: Bandula
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9 - Masvingo & the Great Zimbabwe Ruins

Bandula Area - Masvingo (Zimbabwe). Our day starts very early as we begin our 400 km journey into Zimabwe, to the small town of Masvingo. Nearby is one of the most important archaeological sites in Southern Africa: the Great Zimbabwe National Monument. We camp nearby with ample time to explore the ruins at leisure with a local guide who will give you basic information of the area. If you have the energy there is the opportunity to trek to the top of the Hill Enclosure to enjoy a wondrous African sunset.

Overnight: Masvingo (2)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10 - Bulawayo

Masvingo – Bulawayo. Our journey continues as we head to Bulawayo, Zimbabwe’s second largest city. The rest of the afternoon is free to spend at leisure to explore the pleasant city with broad tree-lined avenues and wide-open spaces.

Overnight: Bulawayo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11 - Matabo National Park

This morning we take a short drive to Matabo National Park. Here, we enjoy a half day tour of the park with our local guides. Matabo is a remarkable park and has the largest number of Black and White Rhinos, leopards and black eagles. Our tour guide will take us on a game drive and a wilderness walk, where we can experience some of the more secluded places in search of these incredible animals.

The afternoon is free for you to spend at leisure. Alternatively, you can book an optional extension to today's tour. Head into the Matobo Hills to see some of the ancient Bushmen paintings in the area, and visit the grave of Cecil Rhodes.

Overnight: Bulawayo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 12 - Hwange National Park

Bulawayo - Hwange National Park. Today we head to Zimbabwe’s largest and best-known park, Hwange National Park. In the early 19th century, it was the royal hunting grounds of the Ndebele warrior-king Mzilikazi. Spanning across 14,600 square kilometres, Hwange is known for its population of African wild dogs and over 100 mammal species including Africa’s Big Five and abundant bird species. In the afternoon, we take a guided open vehicle game drive with the hope to spot some of the park's wildlife before returning to camp the night.

Overnight: Hwange National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 13 - Victoria Falls

Hwange National Park - Victoria Falls. This morning we leave Hwange National Park and make our way to Victoria Falls town, where we visit the spectacular falls and see the mighty Zambezi River. After our visit the rest of the day is free for you to spend at leisure or consider one of the optional activities that are on offer. From bungee jumps and gorge swings to helicopter flights and sunset cruises, Victoria Falls has it all.

Overnight: Victoria Falls
Meals: Breakfast

Day 14 - Victoria Falls

Our 14 day Africa exploration comes to an end today, as we bid farewell to our guide and fellow travellers.

Consider extending your stay to partake in more optional activities at Victoria Falls. Post tour accommodation can be booked locally through your tour guide or in advance.

Overnight: Victoria Falls
Meals: Breakfast

Extras and add-ons

If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.

Pre and Post Tour Accommodation

Extend your tour with us by booking pre and post-accommodation, available at a per-person, per-night rate.

Pre Tour Accommodation Pretoria, Court Classique, en suite room

Double

$125per passenger

Twin

$125per passenger

Single

$185per passenger

Post Tour Accommodation Victoria Falls - Shearwater Explorers Village, en suite room B&B

Double

$185per passenger

Twin

$185per passenger

Single

$265per passenger

Additional Excursions

Enhance your tour with these optional extras, helping you to get the most from your adventure.

Johannesburg Airport private transfer (per vehicle)

$165

per passenger

Add on: Victoria Falls Airport Shuttle Transfer

$65

per passenger

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.

If you are interested in booking pre or post-tour accommodation, here are some of the hotels we typically use.

Hotel Numbi (campsite)
Hazyview

Conveniently located in the town of Hazyview, less than a 10 minutes' drive from South Africa's flagship Kruger National Park, this property has a campsite which is set within beautiful tropical gardens, with communal bathrooms and a restaurant on site. After a busy day spotting wildlife in Kruger, you can cool off in the outdoor pool, relax on the sundeck and enjoy the surrounding birdlife.

Our Rating
Simple
Local Rating
Campsite
Burkes' Paradise (campsite)
Bulawayo

Burkes' Paradise is a hostel and campsite set on an attractive 12 acre plot of land, comprised of natural bush and well maintained lawns. There are camping pitches around the garden, with shared facilities and hot showers. WiFi internet access is available in the communal lounge area and there's a swimming pool with sun loungers, so you can enjoy a refreshing swim and relax after a busy day. The property is located ten minute drive from the centre of Bulawayo.

Our Rating
Simple
Local Rating
Campsite
Shearwater Explorers Village
Victoria Falls

Situated in the bohemian town of Victoria Falls, and 400m from the Falls themselves, the affordable accommodation at the Shearwater Explorers Village consists of 5 campsites with modern bathroom facilities, and 16 chalets with en-suite showers and A/C. Shearwater operates a range of activities at the Falls, from bungee jumping to river rafting - and when the day is over, guests can wind down with Wi-Fi in the lounge areas, a drink by the pool, or even a back rub in the massage tent.

Our Rating
Simple
Local Rating
Mid Range Tented Camp

Prices & Dates

Departures are guaranteed to operate when there are 6 persons booked on the tour. 'Twin' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a tent. 'Shared' prices are applicable to solo travellers, who will share a tent with another traveller of the same sex.

2025
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1 May - 14 May
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