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Kruger to Vic Falls

Kruger to Vic Falls

From $ 2,995 AUD

Description

Encounter wildlife and waterfalls on this 8-day overland adventure that visits two of Southern Africa’s most famous sites – Kruger National Park and Victoria Falls. Spot lions, leopards, zebras and giraffes on safari through landscapes blessed with breathtaking natural beauty, then fall asleep to the sounds of the African night in your camp with comforts. Keep your eyes peeled for the Big Five in South Africa’s Kruger National Park, enjoy a bushwalk accompanied by members of the world’s first all-female anti-poaching unit, and end an epic journey in Zimbabwe to wonder at the smoke that thunders – the mighty Victoria Falls.

Trip Name
Kruger to Vic Falls
Last Updated
2024-03-12
Days
8
Capacity
16
Highlights
  • Head out on a very special bush walk with members of the world's first all-female anti-poaching unit, the Black Mambas. During this exclusive experience, learn how they're deterring poachers and patrolling 20,000 hectares of nature reserve, then spend the evening listening to their stories by the campfire.
  • Go in search of Africa’s Big Five on full day 4WD game drive in Kruger National Park.
  • Experience the rumble and roar of Victoria Falls from the Zimbabwe side, which gives you the broadest view of its phenomenal torrent.
  • Fall asleep to the sounds of the African wilderness in comfort as camping beds, sleeping bags, blankets and pillows are provided for those nights under the stars.
  • Kick-back with a beer and say cheers to your adventure with an included brewery tour in Vic Falls, on the penultimate day of your trip.
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Intrepid Foundation partner, Helping Rhinos. Donations support their all-female ranger program in South Africa, which specialises in fighting wildlife crimes and protecting rhinos, and other critically endangered animals, from poachers. Intrepid will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.

Itinerary

ITINERARY CHANGES Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It's important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, political unrest or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. Your group leader or local representative will keep you up to date with any such changes once your trip is underway. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES A selection of optional activities that have been popular with past travellers are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only for some of what might be available. Prices are approximate, are for entrance fees only, and don’t include transport to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. All activities are subject to availability, and maybe on a join-in basis. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination, so some pre-planning for what you are most interested in is advised. When it's recommended that travellers pre-book these activities, look for a note in the Special Information section of the day-to-day itinerary. For most, they can either be organised independently on the day, or let your group leader or local representative know you are interested at the Welcome Meeting and they can assist. Where activities are considered medium or high risk, we work with operators whose safety and credentials we have sighted and assessed. Although it is possible that you may find the same activity cheaper with another operator on the ground, we cannot vouch for the safety or quality of that operator. Medium and high-risk activities not listed above have not been assessed by us and as such our staff and group leader or local representative are unable to assist you with organising these activities. Activities that contravene our Responsible Travel policies are also not listed. Please remember that the decision to partake in any activity not listed is at your own discretion and risk. KRUGER PARK CAMPSITES: On occasion, especially during the peak months of May to September and December we are not able to secure campsites within the Kruger National Park. In this instance we will camp at a backpackers outside the park. ROAD CONDITIONS AND INFRASTRUCTURE IN AFRICA: Roads in Africa are often in very poor condition, which makes it hard on our vehicles. Our vehicles are serviced regularly and are generally in good condition, but breakdowns can and do happen. Sometimes the going on this trip is quite tough, the distances covered fairly large and some of the roads and tracks are not exactly smooth or free from dust, but the rewards are exceptional. The travelling times indicated in our Essential Trip Information is just a rough guide and is dependent on various factors that may be outside our control, such as road conditions, weather and time spent at borders. DRIVE TIMES: The travel times listed in the day to day itinerary are a guide only. Please be aware that delays may occur and please be patient - it's all part of the experience afterall! Additionally, the travel times do not include time spent on game drives as these can vary with each departure.

Day 1 - Johannesburg
Sawubona – welcome to South Africa! Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm. If you arrive early, we recommend visiting the eye-opening Apartheid Museum to start your journey with some crucial history before meeting up with your group. After your important meeting this evening, why not head out for an optional group dinner and get to know your newfound travel companions? Your leader can point you in the right direction with bar and restaurant recommendations.
Day 2 - Greater Kruger National Park - Black Mambas HQ
Rise and shine for a long day’s drive to the outskirts of Kruger National Park where you'll be lucky enough to camp for the evening at the Black Mambas headquarters. The Intrepid Foundation is proudly partnered with Helping Rhinos, who directly support the work of the Black Mambas - the world's first all-female anti-poaching unit. Made up of a team of 36 young African women, the Mambas patrol 20,000 hectares of the Balule Nature Reserve, part of Greater Kruger National Park. Turning a traditionally male-dominated industry on its head, they’re putting their female prowess to work protecting the wildlife of Kruger National Park in an unconventional kind of way. You'll join them on a bush walk to learn how they find and destroy snares firsthand. Enjoy a special dinner by lantern light and later, relax by the campfire with the Mambas as they share stories about their path to becoming a Black Mamba and conservation work.
Day 3 - Kruger National Park
Say farewell to The Black Mambas and embark on a full-day 4x4 game drive through Kruger National Park. One of the largest game reserves in Southern Africa, Kruger National Park is home to over 500 bird species, 100 species of reptile and 150 mammal species, including the Big Five and the endangered African wild dog. The day will be spent game viewing, birdwatching and stopping at various waterholes and viewpoints. Later on, take a night drive with the park guide for a chance to spot nocturnal animals and perhaps even a night-time predator or two – catch a lion or hyena out hunting, or an impala out in search of a late-night feed. Your camp tonight will be within Kruger National Park.
Day 4 - Limpopo River
Head out on one last game drive in our overland vehicle as we leave Kruger National Park for a chance to spot any animals you may have missed yesterday. Settle into your overland vehicle for the drive to our bush camp located on the edge of the Limpopo River, the natural border between South Africa and Botswana and take in the abundance of birdlife surrounding the site,
Day 5 - Goo Moremi Gorge
This morning you cross the border and travel towards Goo Moremi Gorge. At Goo Moremi Gorge, enjoy a guided hike through this beautiful national heritage site where perennial streams have carved deep gorges into the hills. Along our hike, we’ll stop at beautiful waterfalls cascading into deep pools surrounded by lush vegetation. The gorges are home to many birds that feed on fish and small crabs in the pools and are breeding grounds for the endangered Cape vulture. Baboons and rock rabbits live on the cliffs above the gorge and, though very elusive, leopards, hyenas and kudu can also be found here.
Day 6 - Nata
Today, you'll journey from Palapye to Nata. Your lodge is situated on the edge of the amazing Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, covering some 12,000 square kilometres, this is one of the largest salt flats in the world. On arrival, take a 3-hour excursion in an open vehicle to explore these seemingly endless plains in the Nata Bird Sanctuary. Surrounded by the Kalahari Desert, the pans are naturally dry and salty for a large part of the year. During this time the arid landscape has an eerie feel to it as heat mirages disorientate the senses. Then, after the rains hit, it becomes a grassy refuge for migratory birds and animals. Tonight, enjoy a good nights rest in a comfortable lodge.
Day 7 - Victoria Falls
Today you'll travel on to Victoria Falls, crossing the border into Zimbabwe in time to have lunch on the banks of the Zambezi. Continue to your permanent tent, set within a large rest camp. After settling in, you may want to set out on a highly recommended optional trip to visit Victoria Falls. Spanning about a mile wide and falling 108 metres into a narrow gorge below, the spray from the falls can sometimes be seen from kilometres away. In the dry season, the view of the falls is unobstructed by spray and it's possible to see little islets in the river below. Otherwise, a range of other activities are available through the local activity centre. After visiting the falls or enjoying a relaxing afternoon, meet up with your group for an included brewery tour and beer to say cheers to the journey so far.
Day 8 - Victoria Falls
There are no activities planned for today as your trip comes to an end after breakfast. For those who plan on spending a few extra days in Vic Falls, there are plenty of activities and excursions to keep you occupied. A helicopter flight over the falls is a popular choice and offers a fantastic view of this natural wonder.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
28-04-202405-05-2024AUD $ 3,130-
19-05-202426-05-2024AUD $ 3,190-
02-06-202409-06-2024AUD $ 3,070-
23-06-202430-06-2024AUD $ 3,250-
07-07-202414-07-2024AUD $ 3,160-
21-07-202428-07-2024AUD $ 3,250-
04-08-202411-08-2024AUD $ 3,350-
18-08-202425-08-2024AUD $ 3,315-
01-09-202408-09-2024AUD $ 3,640-
15-09-202422-09-2024AUD $ 3,510-
22-09-202429-09-2024AUD $ 3,640-
06-10-202413-10-2024AUD $ 3,505-
20-10-202427-10-2024AUD $ 3,440-
17-11-202424-11-2024AUD $ 3,130-
08-12-202415-12-2024AUD $ 3,130-
22-12-202429-12-2024AUD $ 3,225-
12-01-202519-01-2025AUD $ 3,160-
09-02-202516-02-2025AUD $ 3,160-
09-03-202516-03-2025AUD $ 3,160-
06-04-202513-04-2025AUD $ 3,160-
27-04-202504-05-2025AUD $ 3,160-
18-05-202525-05-2025AUD $ 3,160-
01-06-202508-06-2025AUD $ 3,160-
15-06-202522-06-2025AUD $ 3,160-
29-06-202506-07-2025AUD $ 3,285-
06-07-202513-07-2025AUD $ 3,410-
13-07-202520-07-2025AUD $ 3,410-
27-07-202503-08-2025AUD $ 3,410-
10-08-202517-08-2025AUD $ 3,285-
24-08-202531-08-2025AUD $ 3,285-
31-08-202507-09-2025AUD $ 3,285-
07-09-202514-09-2025AUD $ 3,410-
14-09-202521-09-2025AUD $ 3,410-
21-09-202528-09-2025AUD $ 3,410-
28-09-202505-10-2025AUD $ 3,410-
05-10-202512-10-2025AUD $ 3,285-
19-10-202526-10-2025AUD $ 3,285-
02-11-202509-11-2025AUD $ 3,285-
21-12-202528-12-2025AUD $ 3,285-
11-01-202618-01-2026AUD $ 2,995-
08-02-202615-02-2026AUD $ 2,995-
08-03-202615-03-2026AUD $ 2,995-
05-04-202612-04-2026AUD $ 2,995-
26-04-202603-05-2026AUD $ 2,995-
17-05-202624-05-2026AUD $ 2,995-
31-05-202607-06-2026AUD $ 2,995-
14-06-202621-06-2026AUD $ 2,995-
28-06-202605-07-2026AUD $ 2,995-
05-07-202612-07-2026AUD $ 2,995-
12-07-202619-07-2026AUD $ 2,995-
26-07-202602-08-2026AUD $ 2,995-
09-08-202616-08-2026AUD $ 2,995-
23-08-202630-08-2026AUD $ 2,995-
30-08-202606-09-2026AUD $ 2,995-
06-09-202613-09-2026AUD $ 2,995-
13-09-202620-09-2026AUD $ 2,995-
20-09-202627-09-2026AUD $ 2,995-
27-09-202604-10-2026AUD $ 2,995-
04-10-202611-10-2026AUD $ 2,995-
18-10-202625-10-2026AUD $ 2,995-
01-11-202608-11-2026AUD $ 2,995-
20-12-202627-12-2026AUD $ 2,995-

Accommodation

Hotel (1 night),Lodge (1 night),Meru Tent (1 night),Permanent Tented Overland Camp (1 night),Camping with facilities (3 nights).

Transport

Overland vehicle

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