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Kleine Gruppe
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(10 reviews)
Experience Overview
Encounter wildlife and salt pans on this eight-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 comfortable camp. 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, The Black Mambas, and end an epic journey with Zimbabwe’s mighty Victoria Falls.
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 stunning wildlife on a full-day 4WD game drive in Kruger National Park, looking out for lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards and rhinos.
- 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 Victoria Falls on the last full day of your trip.
Trip Details
Product Code: 2944
Tour Type: Kleine Gruppe
Accommodation: Moderate
Transport: Overland vehicle
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Overland Expedition
Supplier Code: UBSA
Starts: Johannesburg, Botswana
Finishes: Victoria Falls, Botswana
Duration: 8 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Light
Includes
Meals: Breakfasts (7), Lunch (2), Dinner (5)Accommodation: Hotel (1 night),Lodge (1 night),Meru Tent (1 night),Permanent Tented Overland Camp (1 night),Camping with facilities (3 nights).
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $2440 (CAD $305 /day)
Itinerary
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.
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Rise and shine for an early departure from Johannesburg, the 'City of Gold' and head off on an adventure of a lifetime. Be prepared for a long drive, but rest assured, it is well worth it. A truly unique African experience unfolds as you enter the Greater Kruger National Park ecosystem en-route to our campsite. In the evening, choose to relax at your camp, located in Kruger National Park, or perhaps head out on an optional night drive with the park guide. The optional night drives are a chance to spot nocturnal animals and perhaps even a night-time predator or two – maybe catch a lion or hyena out hunting, or perhaps an impala out in search of a late-night feed.
Optional Activities:
- Kruger National Park - Night 4x4 Game Drive (440 ZAR)
Accommodation:
- Camping (with facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)
After breakfast, embark on a full-day 4WD safari 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.
Included Activities:
- Kruger National Park - Full Day 4x4 Game Drive
Accommodation:
- Camping (with facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)
Head to the outskirts of Kruger National Park, where you'll be lucky enough to camp for the evening with the Black Mambas at their headquarters. The Intrepid Foundation is proudly partnered with Helping Rhinos, which directly supports 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 Black Mambas and conservation work.
Included Activities:
- Black Mambas HQ - Dinner by Lantern Light
- Black Mambas HQ - Campfire Story Time
- Black Mambas HQ - Snare Walk
Accommodation:
- Camping (with facilities) (Number of Nights: 1)
Say farewell to The Black Mambas and head straight for the Botswana border as you travel towards Goo Moremi Gorge. On arrival, perhaps stretch your legs with an optional guided hike through this beautiful national heritage site where perennial streams have carved deep gorges into the hills. Along the hike, you can 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.
Optional Activities:
- Goo Moremi Gorge - Waterfall Three Hike (1 AUD)
Accommodation:
- Chalet (Number of Nights: 1)
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.
Included Activities:
- Nata - 4x4 Pan Excursion
Accommodation:
- Lodge (Number of Nights: 1)
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.
Included Activities:
- Victoria Falls - Brewery Tour
Optional Activities:
- Victoria Falls - Entrance & Visit (50 USD)
Accommodation:
- Permanent Tented Overland Camp (Number of Nights: 1)
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.
Optional Activities:
- Victoria Falls - Helicopter Flight of the Angels (12 mins - Excludes US$25 fuel surcharge and NP fees) (150 USD)
- Victoria Falls - Helicopter Flight (25 mins - Excludes US$30 fuel surcharge and NP fees) (284 USD)
- Victoria Falls - River Song Sunset Cruise (excludes USD10 NP Fee) (75 USD)
- Victoria Falls - Jet Boat (Seasonal - excludes USD10 NP Fee) (110 USD)
- Victoria Falls - Whitewater rafting (Seasonal - excludes USD10 NP Fee) (126 USD)
- Victoria Falls - Standard Sunset Cruise (excludes USD10 NP Fee) (45 USD)
- Victoria Falls - Bridge Swing (168 USD)
- Victoria Falls - Traditional Village Tour (55 USD)
- Victoria Falls - Bridge Tour (68 USD)
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Tour Operator
Intrepid Travel
Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
In Business Since 1989
Reviews
Traci - Traveled, August 2024
We did the Kruger to Vic Falls trip and it was absolutely amazing. Nathi, our tour guide, was so friendly, knowledgeable, and always willing to help those in our group with anything they needed. Our cook, Blessings was very amenable and flexible, considering many of our group members wanted to eat at different times. She took care to ensure that everyone got enough to eat and that everything was always set up well. Chedrick (I may have misspelled this) was so pleasant. He was always in a great mood, was so kind helping everyone break down their tents and pack their luggage into the truck, and his driving was superb on the bumpy roads. This was my first tour with Intrepid and the Intrepid staff made it so easy and so stress-free. I cannot say enough wonderful things about our crew.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/05/2024
Karina - Traveled, July 2024
This was a fantastic tour. We got to experience some of the key highlights of Southern Africa alongside a lovely group of people. Great mix of accommodation types (tents, glamping, cabin, hotel), and tasty food throughout courtesy of our chef. Highly recommended tour and a great way to see the different countries.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/01/2024
Talia - Traveled, June 2025
This trip was quite the most wonderful holiday experience I have had. The destinations and wildlife are spectacular, the crew is so friendly and helpful and the group quickly become firm friends. The food is fabulous (and I have dietary restrictions that are not easy) and the activities both awe inspiring and so much fun. Our guide, Tshepo, was so knowledgeable and so good at managing group dynamics. I cannot recommend this highly enough.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/13/2025
Brock - Traveled, May 2025
This trip was sensational. Amazing to see such incredible wildlife up close and to witness the awesome power of Vic Falls. Highly recommended.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/01/2025
Allison - Traveled, May 2025
Great trip overland highlighting the wonderful scenery, animals and people of this area. Fantastic to meet and hear from the Black Mamba Anti-Poaching Unit and spend a night with them under the stars. An adventure not to be missed.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/26/2025
Sue - Traveled, April 2025
Our trip was incredible! Our guide Sandile ensured his awareness of why each of us had chosen this itinerary and went out of his way to 'make the family happy'! The food was incredible (thanks to Ssomekelo) and our driver Shadreck was professional and always had our safety as first priority. Kruger NP and the Black Mambas were highlights for us but every destination was amazing. Our group and crew ensured these great memories will stay with us forever.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/04/2025
Cameron - Traveled, January 2025
The Johannesburg to Vic Falls trip was incredible. There was a lot of driving but we were able to see 3 countries over 7 days. The guides/cook/driver on the trip were the best of the best. Our guide Daniel on the Kruger safari was able to find many desirable animals. Highly recommend, great experience that you would not regret.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/20/2025
Neha - Traveled, November 2024
An unforgettable safari experience! Thrilled to see four of the Big Five up close in complete safety. Long drives were worth it for the incredible sights and stories, especially learning about Francistown and black mamba rangers. Perfect weather, great Pinotage, and just enough rain for a Toto singalong.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/30/2024
Shylaja - Traveled, October 2024
We just returned from a trip to South Africa, Botswana and Vic Falls. The staff at Intrepid who travelled with us was very good. However, the trip itinerary was not the best. We wasted 1 day going to a place that was really to no one’s liking in our group and another day was just spent travelling.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/20/2024
Amy - Traveled, September 2024
While I was very excited for this trip, it was disappointing. Most of the time we spent traveling on the bus. It was very exhausting. The highlights were Kruger Park and Victoria Falls. I didn't find the rest of the trip worthwhile. There were not many included activities outside of the game drive in Kruger. If you like roadtrips this trip might be for you, but if you are looking to explore Africa more, specifically South Africa, I don't think this tour is the right choice.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/26/2024
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