13D12N Cape Town, Kruger & Zimbabwe (DSCZ)
13D12N Cape Town, Kruger & Zimbabwe (DSCZ)
G Adventures Classic tours combine the support and security of group travel, unbeatable variety, and the flexibility to go off-script when fate says, \"Hey, let’s do this.\" Classic tours deliver the perfect balance of must-see highlights, cultural exchange, insider access, unbeatable value, and the kind of spontaneous, you-really-had-to-be-there moments that make your trip memorable.
Tour Deal
Departure Dates:
~ Year 2023
January: 16, 23
February: 20, 27
March: 27
April: 3, 10
May: 1, 8
June: 5, 12, 26
Tour Highlight
~Search for the "big five" in Kruger and Hwange national parks, track wildlife in Matobo National Park.
What To Expect
Southern Africa is so packed full of diverse highlights that we’re taking two weeks to explore a few of them in depth. Wildlife is the region's calling card and there will be plenty of chances to spot the "big five" in Kruger, Hwange, and Matobo national parks. Aside from animals, there’ll be many occasions to experience the unique regional cultures of Soweto, the Lowveld, and Victoria Falls. Come away with an even deeper understanding of what makes this part of the world truly special.-
Day 1: Cape Town
Arrive at any time. There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.
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Day 2: Cape Town
Enjoy a full day in Cape Town with the option to visit Table Mountain, choose to explore Cape Point, or embark on a wine tour around Stellenbosch. In the evening, opt to join your group for meal at one of Cape Town's many great restaurants.
: Breakfast
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Day 3: Cape Town / Johannesburg
Take a short flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg. In the afternoon, travel to Soweto for a bicycle tour and learn more about its important history and significant role in bringing the issues of segregation to the forefront
: Breakfast
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Day 4: Johannesburg / Greater Kruger Area
Take the Panorama Route into the Kruger National Park area. In the evening, enjoy a traditional dinner and dance experience.
: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 5: Kruger National Park
Enjoy a full day wildlife safari drive in the Kruger NP (own vehicle). Keep an eye out for Africa's famed "big five".
: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 6: Greater Kruger Area
Head north to the Letaba Ranch, for a guided nature walk along the Great Letaba River.
: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 7: Greater Kruger Area / Morning Sun Nature Reserve
Opt for a morning safari drive, or soak up the atmosphere in the camp, before traveling to the next lodge, in the Morning Sun Nature Reserve. Free afternoon to relax by the pool, or opt to take one of the hikes in the surrounding Soutpansberg Mountains.
: Breakfast
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Day 8: Morning Sun NR / Great Zimbabwe Monument Area
Get an earlier start and cross the border into Zimbabwe. Continue on to the Great Zimbabwe Monument.
: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 9: Great Zimbabwe Monument Area / Matobo National Park
Start the day with a visit to the Great Zimbabwe National Monument, Africa's most significant ruins site south of Cairo. Learn the history of the ruins and climb to the citadel for a view over the site. Continue on to Matobo National Park.
: Breakfast
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Day 10: Matobo National Park
Wake up early and opt to explore ancient cave paintings, visit the grave of Rhodes, hike the unique and stunning landscape, or hang out by the pool. In the afternoon, enjoy an included nature walk, with the opportunity to get up close and personal with the resident wildlife.
: Breakfast
-
Day 11: Matobo National Park / Hwange National Park
Travel to Hwange National Park for an opportunity to spot more wildlife. Opt to enjoy an evening wildlife safari drive in a safari vehicle.
: Breakfast
-
Day 12: Hwange National Park / Victoria Falls
Continue on to Victoria Falls and enjoy lunch at the G Adventurers–supported Lusumpuko Women's Club. Marvel at the spectacular falls from the Zimbabwean side, then enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore further.
-
Day 13: Victoria Falls
Depart any time
: Breakfast
Whats Included
~12 breakfasts 1 lunch, 4 dinners~Plane, private van, and safari vehicles
~7 nights (hotels/guesthouses)
~5 nights (lodges)
Whats Excluded
~International flight ticket~Travel insurance
~Others not mentioned.
Where to Visits
Information
Departure Dates:
~ Year 2023
January: 16, 23
February: 20, 27
March: 27
April: 3, 10
May: 1, 8
June: 5, 12, 26
Tour Highlight
~Search for the "big five" in Kruger and Hwange national parks, track wildlife in Matobo National Park.
What To Expect
Southern Africa is so packed full of diverse highlights that we’re taking two weeks to explore a few of them in depth. Wildlife is the region's calling card and there will be plenty of chances to spot the "big five" in Kruger, Hwange, and Matobo national parks. Aside from animals, there’ll be many occasions to experience the unique regional cultures of Soweto, the Lowveld, and Victoria Falls. Come away with an even deeper understanding of what makes this part of the world truly special.-
Day 1: Cape Town
Arrive at any time. There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.
-
Day 2: Cape Town
Enjoy a full day in Cape Town with the option to visit Table Mountain, choose to explore Cape Point, or embark on a wine tour around Stellenbosch. In the evening, opt to join your group for meal at one of Cape Town's many great restaurants.
: Breakfast
-
Day 3: Cape Town / Johannesburg
Take a short flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg. In the afternoon, travel to Soweto for a bicycle tour and learn more about its important history and significant role in bringing the issues of segregation to the forefront
: Breakfast
-
Day 4: Johannesburg / Greater Kruger Area
Take the Panorama Route into the Kruger National Park area. In the evening, enjoy a traditional dinner and dance experience.
: Breakfast, Dinner
-
Day 5: Kruger National Park
Enjoy a full day wildlife safari drive in the Kruger NP (own vehicle). Keep an eye out for Africa's famed "big five".
: Breakfast, Dinner
-
Day 6: Greater Kruger Area
Head north to the Letaba Ranch, for a guided nature walk along the Great Letaba River.
: Breakfast, Dinner
-
Day 7: Greater Kruger Area / Morning Sun Nature Reserve
Opt for a morning safari drive, or soak up the atmosphere in the camp, before traveling to the next lodge, in the Morning Sun Nature Reserve. Free afternoon to relax by the pool, or opt to take one of the hikes in the surrounding Soutpansberg Mountains.
: Breakfast
-
Day 8: Morning Sun NR / Great Zimbabwe Monument Area
Get an earlier start and cross the border into Zimbabwe. Continue on to the Great Zimbabwe Monument.
: Breakfast, Dinner
-
Day 9: Great Zimbabwe Monument Area / Matobo National Park
Start the day with a visit to the Great Zimbabwe National Monument, Africa's most significant ruins site south of Cairo. Learn the history of the ruins and climb to the citadel for a view over the site. Continue on to Matobo National Park.
: Breakfast
-
Day 10: Matobo National Park
Wake up early and opt to explore ancient cave paintings, visit the grave of Rhodes, hike the unique and stunning landscape, or hang out by the pool. In the afternoon, enjoy an included nature walk, with the opportunity to get up close and personal with the resident wildlife.
: Breakfast
-
Day 11: Matobo National Park / Hwange National Park
Travel to Hwange National Park for an opportunity to spot more wildlife. Opt to enjoy an evening wildlife safari drive in a safari vehicle.
: Breakfast
-
Day 12: Hwange National Park / Victoria Falls
Continue on to Victoria Falls and enjoy lunch at the G Adventurers–supported Lusumpuko Women's Club. Marvel at the spectacular falls from the Zimbabwean side, then enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore further.
-
Day 13: Victoria Falls
Depart any time
: Breakfast
Whats Included
~12 breakfasts 1 lunch, 4 dinners~Plane, private van, and safari vehicles
~7 nights (hotels/guesthouses)
~5 nights (lodges)
Whats Excluded
~International flight ticket~Travel insurance
~Others not mentioned.
