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	Includes: Fully equipped overland truck Experienced tour guide and driver. All cooking and camping equipment All meals as per the itinerary Game park fees and excursions as per the itinerary Included excursions: Kruger National Park, Blyde River Canyon, Great Zimbabwe Ruins, Matobo National Park Default insurance Excludes: International flights Visas Gratuities and tips Curios Items of a personal nature All optional/additional activities (please note, all Victoria Falls activities need to be paid in US$) Entrance fees to Victoria Falls National Park Night drive in the Kruger National Park   Notes: Receive a free 3-day Hwange Safari when you book this trip. This trip departs early on a Wednesday morning. Should you wish to spend extra time in either Johannesburg or Victoria Falls, an earlier arrival or later departure should be planned, and additional accommodation booked. This itinerary should be used as a guide only, and may vary from day to day depending on road conditions, weather, political situations and group decisions. Pre-Departure Meeting is to be held at departure point at 5.00pm the day before your departure. Johannesburg, Backpacker's Ritz, (1A North Road, Dunkeld West). The local payment is to be paid in US$ directly to your tour leader on the first day of your trip. It covers game park fees, camping fees, fresh produce for meals and any other necessary essentials. The local payment varies depending on destinations and length of your tour. Please enquire with your Africa Safari Expert for more details. Malaria prophylactics are advised, as part of this tour takes place in malarial areas. Board Basis Descriptions :   B BB HB FB DBB LD D -   Breakfast -   Bed & Breakfast -   Half Board -   Full Board -   Dinner, Bed & Breakfast -   Lunch & Dinner -   Dinner

Northern Adventure

Duration:		11 days
Starts:		Johannesburg
Ends:		Victoria Falls
Rates from:
Dates:		Click here for Tour Dates
Countries Visited:		Zimbabwe
Transport:		Superior Truck
Safari cook:		Included

This exciting overland adventure gives you a taste of southern Africa's most popular attractions, starting off with wildlife viewing in the renowned Kruger National Park.

Head through the Panorama Route, and up to the Great Zimbabwe Ruins. From there you'll drive through the midlands to Matobo National Park and end your journey at the great Victoria Falls.

Leave Johannesburg behind and head towards the Lowveld and the famous Kruger National Park. Your camp for the next 2 nights is 8km from Kruger Park's Numbi Gate.

Spoilt with a swimming pool and good hot showers, you spend the evening around the campfire, anticipating your game drive the following day.

Today you'll explore the wonders of Kruger National Park. This is one of the most renowned wildlife parks in the world, and covers an area of 21 497 sq km.

This conservation area has been recorded to have more than 500 bird species, 114 reptile, 49 fish, 33 amphibians, 146 mammals and over 23 000 plant species.

Today is spent in the Park on a full-day game drive. In the evening there is the option of a night drive in the park.

After a quick stock replenishment you leave the Lowveld, climbing up in altitude to the beautiful town of Graskop. It is from this gateway that you get to explore the beauties of Mpumalanga, known for some of the best views in South Africa.

Your stops for the day include the ever-striking Blyde River Canyon and God's Window. There are chances to view the Canyon from the many viewpoints, which offer fantastic photographic opportunities.

You then set up camp on lush green grass, and unwind in the luxury of a swimming pool with an amazing view. For those in a party mood the small town of Graskop's nightlife is a popular option.

A long yet lovely day's drive as we head north toward Zimbabwe. This is your chance to sit back, relax and enjoy the ever-changing scenery.

Tonight is your last night in beautiful South Africa in a town called Messina - said to be one of the hottest areas in South Africa. Years back this was a flourishing copper mining area, but with the mines closing down in the early 1990s, it tumbled into the near desolation of a ghost town.

With the discovery of diamonds it has once again flourished, and is filled with history.

Leaving South Africa you enter Zimbabwe, a country of tradition, culture, soul and scenic beauty. You make your way to the town of Masivingo, which lies on the outskirts of the Great Zimbabwe Ruins.

Great Zimbabwe was the greatest medieval city in sub-Sahara, and provides evidence that an ancient African civilization reached a high level of civilisation. The name Zimbabwe is derived from the Shona word meaning 'great stone houses'. The grand setting and history-soaked walls certainly qualify as one of the highlights of your trip.

You will have the time to wander around this ancient wonderland before setting up camp for your 1st night in Zimbabwe.

Once you have finished exploring this historic area, you continue your journey to Gweru, situated in the Zimbabwe Midlands. Here you stop over at the Antelope Park.

Here you have the opportunity to join in on n incredible experience unique to the Antelope Park - 'Walking with the Lions'.

In addition to the lions, there is an abundance of other wildlife species in the park, such as elephants, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, and over 150 bird species.

Today is spent at leisure with a variety of activities to enthrall you - from walking with lions and elephant riding, to trying your hand at fishing - the list is endless!

Bulawayo is the 2nd largest city in Zimbabwe and has a laid back atmosphere. It is noted for the exceptionally wide streets, which were originally designed to allow space for a full span ox wagon.

The city is still characterized by the many British colonial buildings, maintained by the Bulawayo City Council as heritage sites.

There are a number of interesting places to visit in Bulawayo, such as the Natural History Museum, the National Arts Gallery and the Mzilikazi Arts & Crafts Centre that provide work for over 70 people.

Today you take in Matobo National Park. The park is one of the last strongholds of both black & white rhino, and the region is renowned for its high concentration of leopards and black eagle.

There are numerous caves and rock paintings which, once again, are evidence of the ancient San inhabitants of this area. Cecil Rhodes (after whom Rhodesia was named) is buried here at his own request, but there is some controversy over whether he will stay!

You spend time game driving through the park, giving you an insight into the unique geological, ecological and historical environment.

Heading North you make your way to the mighty Victoria Falls, one of the natural wonders of the world. Victoria Falls is one of the most memorable sights on your African safari.

Your final day on safari allows you the opportunity to enjoy the adrenalin rush that Victoria Falls is renowned for ... or just relax and take in what is one of the true natural wonders of the world.

The many activities include scenic flights over the Falls, Bakota Gorge and islands above the Falls. Back on the ground, the falls can be seen from the Victoria Falls Park with its many viewing points, or from the Zambian side.

White water rafting in the Batoka Gorge is considered to be world class. Bungee jumping enthusiasts can take the plunge from the Zambezi Bridge, which connects Zambia and Zimbabwe. The leap into the Batoka Gorge is certainly not for the faint-hearted.

Other optional activities around Victoria Falls include day trips into the Zambezi National Park, horse riding safaris, a visit to the Crocodile Ranch and the Snake Park.