• Subject to availability

• Prices are listed as a guide only and final quote at enquiry

• Min 6 vehicles and maximum of 10 vehicles

• Prices are per person sharing

• Currency is set to South African Rand

• Safari must be booked at least 45 days before safari

• A 25% non-refundable deposit to be payable to secure booking

• Balance of payment due 30 days before safari

• 4x4 introduction course

• 2 Nights accommodation

• Early morning open vehicle game drive/walk on day 2

• Hotel/airport pickup and drop off 

• Accommodation/Camping and meals as per Itinerary

• Camping fees and park entrance fees

• Two-way radios in all vehicles

• Permits and Ferry Costs

• Experienced tour guide

• Activities as per Itinerary

• Border fees

• Toll fees

• All camping equipment

• Bedding Crockery and cutlery

• Leader VAT and Government taxes

   

 

• All meals not specified

• Travel and medical insurance

• All items of a personal nature

• Local and International Flights

• All travel costs not mentioned including Petrol and Diesel

• Additional activities not specified

• Food (lunches and dinners), alcoholic and normal beverages unless otherwise specified

• Additional activities

• Spending money

• Telephone calls

• Anti-malaria tablets

• 4X4 vehicle or vehicle rental (optional)

• Gratuity

• Visa Requirements 

  When visiting South Africa for a period of up to 90 days, travellers from Commonwealth countries, Japan , the USA and the European Union do not require a visa. Visitors who intend to work in South Africa must apply for a work permit abroad at the South African Consulate or Embassy. Before departing for South Africa , check with the nearest South African  Consulate or Embassy for any possible changes regarding the visa requirements. Passports must carry a validity of 6  months beyond intended date of departure from South Africa . Note, Travellers should have a minimum of two blank pages in their passport to enable the entry visa to be issued. If there is insufficient space in the passport entry will be denied. 

Itinerary:

 

Day 1: 

Today we leave for Mozambique, we will depart at 06h00 from Johannesburg, we will travel via the  spectacular scenery of the Mpumalanga province. We will visit numerous sights including the pioneer gold mining village of Pilgrims Rest and the Three Rondavel that tower over the Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve. During the Late afternoon we will arrive in the area of the  Kruger park. We will overnight in the comfortable Bush camp within the Balule Game reserve adjoining the National Park. After dinner he group will enjoy an open vehicle night game drive (for own expense).

Day 2:

An early morning rise to the African sunrise,  we will set out on foot in this "Big 5" reserve for a lengthy walk. Our tracker will attempt to show us animals in their natural habitat and to give us some insight into the art of tracking.  There after we return to camp for a healthy brunch and a swim before packing up and moving on to the world-renowned Kruger National Park – this park is widely acclaimed as being Africa's most successful Nature Reserve. We will spend our time here game driving in search of the Big 5 and many other animal and bird species that inhabit the area, We will be spending two nights camping in the Park's rest camps.

Day 3: 

Today we will spend the entire day viewing animals and in search for the big 5 in the  Kruger park from our  4x4 vehicle. We will be covering most of the northern area of the Park. Camp the night (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).

Day 4-5:

This morning, after a visit to Crook's corner, the point marking the border between South Africa, Mozambique  and Zimbabwe  and renowned as a hideout for poachers in the colonial days, we cross the border into Mozambique. It is at this point the road becomes a bush track, and we will follow the path of the Limpopo River toward Mapai before venturing into the heart of the wilderness. The area we traverse over the next days is what forms the Mozambique side of the Transfrontier Peace Park, and which is privileged to have remained virtually unexplored by humans. The bush is exceptional, and offers areas of exquisite natural beauty and wildlife. The diversity of the flora ensures some of the finest birding in Africa. We will spend two nights camping wild, exploring both on foot and by vehicle, and enjoying the serenity of the wilderness. Road conditions are rough and river crossings numerous, clients will be expected to assist in difficult sections, but for those seeking true adventure and unspoiled Africa, there are few areas that compare with this (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).

 

Day 6-7:

Today we Leave the Transfrontier Park,  we will make our way across the Limpopo River and into the heart  of the Banhine/ Zinave wilderness region where we will spend two nights in a wild bush camping. We will try  to traverse some of the Zinave Park, once renowned for its abundant wildlife. Few people have visited these areas in the last two decades.

 

Day 8-9:

We Leave the wilderness behind us, today we pass through the many vibrant and bustling villages en route to the coast. The next stop is Vilanculos - on the shores of the warm azure Indian Ocean, overlooking the  idyllic Bazaruto Archipelago. We spend 2 nights here in casitas, situated literally on the beach, we will enjoy a traditional Dhow trip to the islands and will have the opportunity to snorkelling along a reef in this marine reserve (this trip is dependant on weather conditions). Tonight we will enjoy a meal at a local restaurant (Own expense).

 

Day 10-12:

Today we Move south along the coast, our next stop is the ancient trading port of Inhambane. We spend some time exploring  and visiting the bustling local market before continuing to our Barra beach camp under the Coconut Palms on the beach.  We enjoy three nights in relative comfort, staying in Casitas at this camp and during our time here we will relax, snorkel, and soak up the sun whilst exploring the deserted beaches that Mozambique is so well known for. On the last night we enjoy a catered meal (own expense). Those who wish to, have the options of scuba diving or horse riding on the beach (own expense).

 

Day 13-14:

We continue down the coast to the capital Maputo where we spend some time driving around and exploring this once grandiose city. Maputo boasts a Latino culture of street cafés, music and bustling markets. Tonight we will eat in a local restaurant, sampling  some of the local seafood (own expense). For the brave, Peri-Peri is a must. The night is spent in a comfortable hotel.

 

Day 15-16:

Today we returning to South Africa via the Ponta do Ouro border post. We will enter the area once ruled by the famed Shaka Zulu. We will spend two nights at the Zululand camp, a rustic camp in the sand forest, on the adjoining Lake St Lucia near Hluhluwe. We will enjoy game walks through the forest, experience an open vehicle game drive in Hluhluwe Game Reserve and will visit a rural Zulu school.

 

Day 17:

We will return to Johannesburg via many rural Zulu villages and some spectacular scenery en-route back to Johannesburg. We will arrive back in Johannesburg in the late afternoon.