DAY 1 – 3: THE ELEPHANT CAMP, VICTORIA FALLS (ZIMBABWE)

Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

One of the original natural wonders of the world, the Victoria Falls is a World Heritage Site and an extremely popular tourism attraction. Known locally as ‘The Smoke that Thunders’ this spectacle is accessible from both Zambia and Zimbabwe and it is an ideal place to combine a game viewing and water sports. There is excellent fishing, a terrifying bungee jump and arguably the best commercial white water rafting in the world.

Activities

Guided Visit to the Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

Walking Safaris – Nature & Birding Walks

Lunch at Lookout Cafe

Cocktails & Canapés at the Batoka Gorge

A Village Tour

Victoria Falls Canopy Tour

Visiting the Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust

Ra- Ikane sunset cruise (outsourced activity)

Guided Visit to the Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

Africa has an air of romance that sets her apart from anywhere else in the world. However, it is upon stepping into the Victoria Falls rainforest that guests are truly swept off their feet. There is no finer ambience than the gentle roar of the waterfall. The trees grow so closely together that their branches entwine, and their soft, wet drip across the stone path that weaves through this natural wonder. Submerge yourself in the fragrance of the fauna and the playful fauna in this enchanting and awe-inspiring space. A guided tour is included in the nightly rate, excluding park fees. Satisfy your wanderlust by visiting the more beautiful of the Seven Wonders of the World.

Walking Safaris – Nature & Birding Walks

The concession appears like a flame lily in a bouquet of roses- unique, intriguing, captivating, and drenched in natural beauty. Over 420 bird species flock to this bush paradise, nesting in the trees, drawing stencils across the sky, and flitting around the streams to create an aura of opulence that beckons keen ‘twitchers’.

The experienced eye of your accompanying guide will show you the clever weavers west-side nests, the tawny brown Falcons perched between Baobab branches, and the scarlet feathers of the lilac breasted rollers that dance among the leaves. Zebra, impala, sable, wildebeest, kudu and warthogs have also made the concession their home, and curiously survey you as a guest exploring their world.

Lunch at Lookout Cafe

Embark on a trip to the one-of-a-kind Lookout Café, perched 120 meters above the turbulent rapids of the Zambezi River. This all-inclusive activity is set against the backdrop of the iconic Victoria Falls Bridge, which hangs over the spectacular chasm of the Batoka Gorge. During the rainy season, wisps of the spray from the rainforest curl around the edge of the rock face near the bridge. Creative cocktails and other beverages are included in the activity. From the vantage point of the café, guests can watch the bright rafts plummet through the rapids below, or adrenalin lovers soaring through the air on one of the exciting high wire activities.

Cocktails & Canapés at the Batoka Gorge

In between the lips of the cavernous Batoka gorge, rages the Zambezi river. Indulge in a selection of cocktails and canapes while nestled on the edge of a steep rock face that is hugged by trees and shrubs and blanketed by an endlessly wide sky. When the wind plays with your hair, the setting sun kisses your skin, and the birdsong floats down from the tree branches, you will realise that this is one of the most perfect positions on the planet. The Batoka Gorge is more than a deep fissure in the Earth.

It symbolises decades of Mother Nature’s hard work, chiselling an icon onto her surface. It is evidence of the earth’s immense age. It is a humbling sight that will engulf you and fill you with a sense of appreciations and contentment. This incredible spectacle is just a short drive away from the camp and is the ideal location for relaxation and reflection. With a sight so lovely, it is impossible not to leave with exquisite photographs, which will be developed into small hard copies of the wonderful memories you have made. A selection of wine, refreshing beverages and delectable canapes await guests in this secluded and serene spot.

A Village Tour

There is an African proverb that tells us that “Wisdom is like fire. People take it from others”.  By visiting a local rural village and interacting with the people who live there, you not only forge new friendships, you will also discover a different lifestyle, a new way of doing things, and a broader perspective of life without modern luxuries.

Africa is rich in culture, and by immersing yourself in another culture, you foster an understanding of it. We travel to learn, to broaden our perspectives, and to gain a deeper appreciation of the diversity of the world we live in. This is a wonderful experience for all, but especially beneficial for children, because, as the Moroccan proverb reminds us, “Instruction in youth is like engraving in stone”. You will fill your suitcase with souvenirs and your camera with photographs, but for an authentic and rewarding African adventure, you should fill your mind with knowledge.

Victoria Falls Canopy Tour

The black basalt of the Batoka gorge stretches 100 meters skywards and is enrobed in thick vegetation, creating an idyllic space for zip lines to whizz through and unveil a stunning perspective of this breath-taking natural setting. Embark on a two-hour eco-adventure lead by two professional guides across nine unique slides. The adventure unfolds from the Wild Horizons Lookout Café, perched above the cove that forms at the first bend of the river below the waterfall.

This is where your senses awaken to the excitement to come as the overwhelming view of this cavernous gorge rises to greet you. The turbulent rapids rage below, their steady roar climbing up the canyon creating an ambience of adventure. The awe-inspiring fauna and flora that sprouts across the lips of the gorge entice Trumpeter Hornbills, Schalow’s Turaco, Peregrine Falcons- and if you are extremely lucky, the rare Taita Falcon. The gentle nature and moderate speed of the slides entices those who want to experience an adrenaline rush minus the scare factor.

This is the activity where tranquillity meets titillation and can be enjoyed by nature lovers, families, thrill seekers and corporate team building groups. The canopy tour can even be appreciated by those who get sweaty palms and a tingle in their toes just thinking about heights, as the slides traverse over a thick tangle of trees and vegetation.

Visiting the Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust

Guests visit the Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust (VFTW),a non-profit whose mission is to advance environmental conservation through hands-on wildlife research, the management of a veterinary laboratory and rehabilitation facility and the education of local peoples in the sustainable usage of natural resources.

Included Activity- this activity is included in our rates but must be scheduled with management on arrival and is subject to availability.

Transfers

Date	Company	Pick Up	Drop Off	Time	Vehicle
Day 1	The Elephant Camp	Victoria Falls International Airport [VFA]	The Elephant Camp		Shared Transfer

Overnight: The Elephant Camp      

Situated on a private concession within and bounded by the Masuwe River and the Zambezi gorges, The Elephant Camp and The Elephant Camp West offer breathtaking views of the Victoria Falls’ spray and the spectacular gorges which separate Zimbabwe and Zambia.

This intimate lodge is within easy reach of Victoria Falls and is secluded in its own private game reserve. Guests are accommodated in exclusive luxury tented suites. The independent Elephant Camp West facility offers secluded suites each boasting a private viewing deck over the gorge and a private plunge pool. Other facilities include a comfortable lounge, bar and dining area and a range of spa treatments available in the comfort of your own room.

Basis

Fully Inclusive – Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included

Included

Shared complimentary road transfer from Victoria Falls Airport to The Elephant Camp

3 x Night Accommodation – Fully Inclusive of all meals, local drinks, park fees, entrance fee to the Falls and scheduled activities

Ra-Ikane sunset cruise (drinks and snacks included)

Excluded

Premium brand drinks

DAY 4 – 5: CHOBE GAME LODGE, CHOBE RIVER FRONT

Chobe River Front

The Chobe River forms the northern boundary of the Chobe National Park, renowned for its reliable and diverse game viewing. Safaris are conducted both by boat and on land. This section of the park is best known for its elephant and hippo populations but the waters attract all manner of game including large herds of buffalo and the lions that prey on them.

Activities

Chobe Game Lodge game viewing

Chobe Game Lodge birding experience

Chobe Game Lodge boat cruises

Chobe Game Lodge Game Drives

Owing to the location of Chobe Game Lodge inside the Chobe National Park, early-morning game drives set off as soon as the park opens, giving you the best chance of tracking predators while they are still active. The afternoon drives depart the lodge in the late afternoon (the exact time is dependent on the season), only returning at park closure time after sunset, thus maximising the time you spend out in the park to enjoy those special sightings.

The drives follow the course of the Chobe River as your experienced guide interprets the bush signs and tracks in search of the resident wildlife. Elephant encounters are common and huge herds of buffalo abound. The ever-present impala and the majestic giraffe are both common residents, while sightings of the puku antelope are also on offer. Predators are plentiful in the northern region of the Chobe National Park, and excellent sightings of lion, wild dog and leopard are to be had.

The Chobe Game Lodge vehicles are open 4WD game viewers redesigned to make your trip comfortable and your viewing experience astonishing. Included in the fleet are several silent, CO2 emission-free electric vehicles designed to further enhance your Chobe safari.

Chobe Game Lodge Birding Experience

Birding is spectacular with Schalows turaco, barred owlet and white-browed coucal resident in the gardens as well as rosy throated long claw, western-banded snake-eagle and hooded vulture among a few of the 450 species of the Chobe region.

Chobe Game Lodge River Safaris

No Chobe safari is complete without experiencing the beauty of the Chobe River and its incredible wildlife by boat.

The riverboats are specifically designed to ensure each passenger can take in the magnificent Chobe views in complete comfort from anywhere on the boat. Owing to the flexibility in seating arrangements and the flat deck, the boats are ideal for keen wildlife photographers, with ample space for equipment and the freedom to photograph from any angle.

Unlike any other water-based activity in Botswana, the game viewing while on a river safari in Chobe is unsurpassed anywhere in Botswana. Elephants line the water’s edge, hippo congregate in lagoons, hundreds of antelope and giraffe make their way to the water and sightings of predators along the river banks are common.

All of the boats at Chobe Game Lodge are solar electric solar-powered safari boats – a clean and quiet way to enjoy a boat safari and another first for tourism in Africa.

Transfers

Date	Pick Up	Drop Off	Time	Vehicle
Day 4	The Elephant Camp	Chobe Game Lodge		Private Transfer

Overnight: Chobe Game Lodge      

Chobe Game Lodge is one of those iconic African properties which tie into the unique combination of location, luxury and elegance. It is the only permanent lodge within the boundaries of Chobe National Park. Chobe Game Lodge was the first property in Botswana to introduce electric game viewing boats, vehicles and among the first lodges to be fully Eco-certified.

Chobe Game Lodge also boasts a fully qualified and the only all-female guiding team in Africa. Chobe Game Lodge is Botswana’s premier venue for guests looking for a perfect base from which to explore the national park and the Chobe River. This 5-star lodge has full eco-grading by the Botswana Tourism Board. Chobe Game Lodge is designed as a haven of peace and privacy – where relaxation is effortless and you can enjoy your own space. Chobe Game Lodge caters for travellers with disabilities.

Basis

Fully Inclusive – Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included

Included

Private road transfer from The Elephant Camp to Chobe Game Lodge

2 x Night Accommodation – Fully Inclusive of all meals, local drinks, park fees and scheduled activities

Excluded

Premium brand drinks

DAY 6 -7: XUGANA ISLAND LODGE, OKAVANGO DELTA

Okavango Delta

Lying in the middle of the largest expanse of sand on earth the Okavango Delta is one of Africa’s most amazing, sensitive and complex environments supporting a spectacle of wilderness and wildlife. Unique as one of the world’s few inland deltas, the placid waters and lush indigenous forests offer a safe haven for innumerable bird and wildlife species. The Okavango Delta offers a number of activities for the visitor; game viewing, birding and fishing are all on offer. One can experience this magical world of islands and waterways from land, air and water. Highlights include the elusive Sitatunga antelope which has found refuge in this pristine wetland ecosystem, while birds such as the African fish eagle, Pel’s fishing owl and many others provide a spectacular display.

Activities

Optional: Sky Beds sleep out (additional cost will apply)

Guided Nature Walks

Mokoro Safaris (subject to water levels)

Motorboat Safaris (subject to water levels)

Optional Day & Night Drives

Bird Watching and Fishing

Scenic Helicopter Flights (Additional Fees Apply)

Guided Nature Walks

Guided nature walks on the various islands allow for the opportunity to track some of the larger species that inhabit this water wilderness.

Mokoro Safaris

Explore the crystal-clear waterways by Mokoro (traditional dugout canoe) and enjoy the magnificent variety of bird, plant and reptile species found in the area.

Motorboat Safaris

Explore the crystal-clear waterways and deeper channels of the Okavango Delta by motorboat and enjoy the magnificent variety of bird, plant and wildlife species found in the area.

Optional Day & Night Drives

Take the opportunity to explore the surrounding islands on day and night game drives with your expert guide in search of the prolific wildlife which inhabits the region.

Bird Watching and Fishing

Bird-watching opportunities are outstanding, and fishing for bream and tiger fish is also offered as an activity at the camp (seasonal)

Scenic Helicopter Flights (Additional Fees Apply)

Seeing the Okavango Delta from a helicopter is a truly magnificent experience. Our partners at Helicopter Horizons will remove the doors providing uninterrupted views and close up angles of the majestic delta and its wildlife. A scenic flight is not just a must for keen photographers but an exciting opportunity to witness the remarkable Okavango Delta from above.

The flights are operated with the utmost respect and caution for the natural environment, the wildlife and travellers. Routes have been carefully marked out ensuring guests on other activities and in camp are not disturbed. The flight routes and take off areas are designed specifically to make use of pristine areas within the concession.

Internal Flight Information

Date	Flight	Airline	Departure Airport	Time	Arrival Airport	Time
Day 6	Shared Charter		Kasane Airport [BBK]		Xugana Island Lodge

Transfers

Date	Company	Pick Up	Drop Off	Time	Vehicle
Day 6	Chobe Game Lodge	Chobe Game Lodge	Kasane Airport [BBK]		Shared Transfer

Overnight: Xugana Island Lodge    

Xugana Lagoon is widely accepted as being the most spectacular permanent water site in the entire Okavango Delta. Xugana Island Lodge, situated on a wooded island abutting the lagoon, takes full advantage of this magnificent site. The thatched common area, comprising cocktail bar, lounge and curio shop, is still the original building put up in 1974, when Xugana became only the second tourist lodge ever built in the Okavango Delta.

Mokoro trips in eco-friendly dugout canoes built to the traditional design, boat safaris to lagoons and islands and wilderness walks give guests the chance to see the Delta wildlife such as sitatunga and lechwe antelope, crocodile and hippo, as well as the other big game that frequents the islands and riverine fringes. Bird-watching opportunities are outstanding, and the bream and tiger fishing can be excellent at certain times of the year.

Optional day and night drives are available on the islands surrounding Xugana Island Lodge. The peaceful boat ride back across Xugana Lagoon during the spectacular African sunset provides a lifelong memory.

Basis

Fully Inclusive – Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included

Included

Complimentary shared road transfer from Chobe Game Lodge to Kasane Airport [BBK]

Shared light aircraft transfer from Kasane Airport [BBK] to Xugana Island Lodge

2 x Night Accommodation –Fully Inclusive of all meals, local drinks, park fees and scheduled activities

Excluded

Premium brand drinks

DAY 8 – 9: LEROO LA TAU, BOTETI RIVER – MAKGADIKGADI PANS NATIONAL PARK

Boteti River – Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

On the western boundary of the renowned Makgadikgadi Pans National Park lies the Boteti River. Owing to the arid nature of the park, the river and the nutrient-rich western grasslands supply the essential water and sustenance for the wildlife that inhabit the region.

The Makgadikgadi Pans National Park is home to the second largest zebra migration in the world, where thousands of zebra migrate to the Boteti River in the dry winter months (May to Oct) from their summer grazing ground further inside the park. The fascinating contrast between the Boteti River and arid national park makes it a fascinating region to include in any Botswana safari.

Activities

Leroo La Tau Game drives

Leroo La Tau Boating (subject to water levels)

Leroo La Tau Cultural Excursions

Leroo La Tau Game drives

Daily game drives in the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park focusing along the Boteti River.

Leroo La Tau Cultural Excursions

Optional cultural excursions can be arranged to visit Khumaga Village and Nxai Pan day trips for 3 night stays

Internal Flight Information

Date	Flight	Airline	Departure Airport	Time	Arrival Airport	Time
Day 8	Shared Charter		Xugana Island Lodge		Leroo La Tau

Overnight: Leroo La Tau      

Leroo La Tau rises majestically above the Boteti River which stretches across the western border of the Makgadikgadi Pans National Park.

The park, populated by up to 30,000 zebra and wildebeest closely accompanied by predators, offers guests the chance to experience the exhilaration of seeing large concentrations of game and the resultant predator interaction. The lodge offers a raised hide above the river where guests can enjoy the spectacular wildlife sightings that we’ve come to expect in this part of Botswana.

With just 12 thatched luxury chalets all overlooking the magnificent Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, each with en-suite bathrooms.  There is a dining room, reading room and bar in the main lodge, expansive wooden decks and a plunge pool, where guests can immerse themselves seamlessly into the ultimate wildlife experience in Botswana.

Having explored the area and enjoyed a spectacular wildlife phenomenon on guided day and night game drives, guests can retire after dinner to a splendid fireplace overlooking the river.

Basis

Fully Inclusive – Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included

Included

Shared light aircraft transfer from Xugana Island Lodge to Leroo La Tau

2 x night accommodation –Fully Inclusive of all meals, local drinks, park fees and scheduled activities

Excluded

Premium brand drinks

DAY 10: CITY LODGE OR TAMBO AIRPORT, JOHANNESBURG

Johannesburg

Johannesburg is one of Africa’s biggest and most vibrant cities. It is the economic capital of Africa and the gateway to Southern Africa. Although not as famous as other South African destinations, there is plenty to do in Johannesburg and nearby Pretoria. The old city is a multi-cultural mixture of traditional medicine shops, Chinese restaurants, taxi ranks and ultra-modern skyscrapers. There are excellent museums, art galleries and organised tours of historical and political interest. The shopping is Southern Africa’s best and the many restaurants cater for all tastes. The nearby township of Soweto is Johannesburg’s most popular tourist attraction.

Regional Flight Information

Date	Flight	Airline	Departure Airport	Time	Arrival Airport	Time
Day 10	Shared Charter		Leroo La Tau		City Lodge OR Tambo Airport

Overnight: City Lodge OR Tambo Airport

Based at Africa’s busiest airport, City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo Airport will provide business and leisure travellers with home away from home accommodation that is ideal for those commuting to and from Johannesburg and perfect for those who require immediate access to the airport.

OR Tambo Airport offers a number of services from banking to a wide range of retailers, so whether its a good book or a scrumptious meal, the airports facilities have everything you need. The hotel boasts boardroom and conference facilities, a fitness room as well as a deck with a pool and a large commercial area with a coffee shop.

Basis

Bed and Breakfast

Included

Shared light aircraft transfer from Leroo La Tau to Maun Airport [MUB]

Scheduled flight from Maun Airport [MUB] to OR Tambo International Airport [JNB] Johannesburg – own arrangements

1 x Night Accommodation – Bed & Breakfast

**Hotel is accessible from the airport arrivals terminal building

Excluded

Additional meals and activities

DAY 11 – 14: SANTORINI MOZAMBIQUE, VILANCULOS

Vilanculos

Situated in the Mozambican province of Inhambane, Vilanculos is a laidback town featuring some lovely beaches lapped by crystal-clear turquoise waters. It is stocked with all the amenities needed for a fantastic seaside holiday. This bustling coastal town has its own international airport and serves as a great base for exploring the idyllic islands of the Bazaruto Archipelago.

The town itself offers good diving, a wide range of accommodation choices and a lively nightlife. Visitors can jump on a traditional dhow boat and venture to the pristine Bazaruto Archipelago, browse for fresh produce and locally-made souvenirs in the bustling market in the centre of town, and spend the day soaking up the sun on an array of idyllic beaches.

Other popular activities include: horse riding, game fishing, kite surfing, scuba diving, snorkelling and sailing.

Activities

Optional activities available: scuba diving, sail away sunset dhow cruise, private boar charters, kite surfing, horse riding and fishing (additional cost will apply)

Included: kayak, paddle board, beach pic-nic, Vilanculos town cultural tour, private boat day trip to one of the islands

Regional Flight Information

Date	Flight	Airline	Departure Airport	Time	Arrival Airport	Time
Day 11	Scheduled		OR Tambo International Airport [JNB]		Vilanculos Airport [VNX]

Transfers

Date	Pick Up	Drop Off	Time	Vehicle
Day 11	Vilanculos Airport [VNX]	Santorini Mozambique		Transfer

Overnight: Santorini Mozambique

North of Vilanculos, Santorini commands panoramic bay views from its secluded, elevated position. Bedrooms are sea-facing, air-conditioned with en-suite, each with a private patio. Free Wi-Fi and iPod docks are available. A staircase leads down to the beach. The Chapel is our 1 bedroom villa, ideal for romantic getaways. Tantalizing daily menus are on offer. Complimentary child minding services are available and on-site spa treatments are an option.

Basis

Fully Inclusive – Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included

Included

Scheduled flight from Johannesburg to Vilanculos Airport – own arrangements

Shared road transfer from Vilanculos Airport to Santorini

4 x Night Accomodition- Fully Inclusive of all meals, local drinks and selected activities

Excluded

Premium brand drinks

All activities not specified

Bazaruto National park fees if applicable (depending on activities chosen)

DAY 15: END OF ITINERARY

Transfers

Date	Pick Up	Drop Off	Time	Vehicle
Day 15	Santorini Mozambique	Vilanculos Airport [VNX]		Transfer

Basis

Breakfast

Included

Shared road transfer from Santorini to Vilanculos airport for your International departure flight.

Safari ends

Included

• Fully Inclusive Basis at The Elephant Camp
• Fully Inclusive Basis at Chobe Game Lodge
• Fully Inclusive Basis at  Xugana Island Lodge
• Fully Inclusive Basis at Leroo La Tau
• Bed & Breakfast at City Lodge O.R Tambo
• Fully Inclusive Basis at  Santorini
• National Park Vehicle & Entrance Fees where stated
• Intercamp air  transfers  on a seat rate basis (shared)
• Private  road transfers
• The Elephant Camp to Chobe Game Lodge(border crossing)
• Complimentary shared transfers
• Chobe Game Lodge to Kasane Airport
• Vilanculos Airport to/from Anantara Bazaruto (speed boat)

Excluded

• International / regional flights
• Visas
• Vehicle hire
• Premium brand drinks at FI lodges
• Bazaruto National Park fees
• Additional meals, drinks, park fees & activities not specified
• Gratuities and items of a personal nature
• Personal  medical and travel insurance
• Private transfers / activities / charters (unless otherwise stated)