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Victoria Falls to Johannesburg Family Overland Safari

Tour Length12 days
Priced from pps $1200 R22701 £950 1112 A$1842 C$1624 NZ$2009 Full pricing info
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Summary of this Family Overland Tour

  • Max. Group Size 29 Travellers
  • Departs from Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
  • Ends at Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Accommodation Standard Camping
  • Transport Large Overland Vehicle / Open 4x4 Game Viewing Vehicle
  • Wildlife Big 5, Elephant, Leopards, Lions, Rhino & More
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Quick Itinerary Overview

Start with Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, where you are wowed by this magnificent natural spectacle. Next, go game viewing in one of Africa's finest game parks - Chobe National Park in Botswana.

Then take a camping trip to the magical Okavango Delta experiencing the truly wild African bush. Lastly, explore Kruger National Park, spotting an abundance of wildlife and birds in this vast Big Five wilderness area. An ideal way for the whole family to experience the amazing wildlife, wilderness and wonders of Southern Africa!

Responsible Travel Note

During this trip you are likely to come across activities that encourage tourists to participate in lion, elephant or other wildlife interaction. This includes walking with lions, riding elephants and any other tourist operation putting travellers in close contact with animals that would normally live wild and separate from human contact.

We absolutely do not encourage or endorse this type of wildlife interaction operation. For more information on why this is not good for Africa's wild animals, please see our detailed blog post on the subject.

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Itinerary for this Tour

DAY 1: Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe

Welcome to Zimbabwe! This Family Overland Safari starts at Victoria Falls, one of the world's natural wonders and top adventure destinations.

You will be collected from the Victoria Falls Airport and transferred to our first camp in Victoria Falls town. Spend the remainder of the day resting after your travels or jump straight into the adventure activities on offer here. There are loads of family-friendly activities at Victoria Falls, so you'll be spoiled for choice. Options include a tree-top canopy tour, canoeing trips, boat cruises and tram rides.

DAY 2: Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe

Today we visit the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls, the largest waterfall in the world. Known as Mosi-oa-Tunya by the locals, which means 'The Smoke that Thunders', Vic Falls is an unforgettable highlight.

The rest of the day is yours for fun and thrilling activities (optional extras), such as scenic microlight, small plane and helicopter flights, abseiling and gorge swinging, zipline rides, trips to Livingstone Island, bungee jumping off Victoria Falls Bridge, and the famous white water rafting trips on the Zambezi, among other things to do.

  • Included Activity: Victoria Falls National Park Entry

DAY 3: Victoria Falls to Chobe National Park – Botswana

After breakfast we leave Victoria Falls, crossing into Botswana. We make our way to Kasane and our camp along the Chobe River. At camp, we look for hippos and birds at the river and rest for a bit.

Then later in the afternoon, we embark on a boat cruise along Chobe River, known for its excellent boat-based game viewing. Watching out for a variety of birds and game in Chobe National Park, we may spot elephants, crocodiles, other reptiles, hippos, baboons and more. After a relaxing cruise and a beautiful sunset over the bush, we head back to camp for the night.

  • Included Activity: Chobe Boat Cruise
  • Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

DAY 4: Chobe & Kasane to Nata – Botswana

On day four we drive south to our next camp close to the town of Nata. We spend the night camping at a lodge in a private conservancy that hosts an array of wildlife and birds.

Arriving at the lodge you can take a swim or enjoy a sundowner while watching for wildlife at the active waterhole. Alternatively, you can set off on an optional game drive or bush walk in the conservancy. Wildlife sightings include elephants, giraffes, buffalos, zebras, antelopes and predators such as jackals, lions and African wild dogs.

  • Optional Activity: Game Drive or Bush Walk
  • Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

DAY 5: Nata Area to Maun – Botswana

Today we drive through sparsely inhabited rural Botswana on our way to Maun, on the southern fringes of the Okavango Delta - one of the wildest places on the planet.

Tonight we prepare for our camping trip to the Okavango Delta. Your guide fills you in on what to expect and gives you advice on what to take in your overnight bag.

  • Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

DAY 6: Maun to the Okavango Delta – Botswana

On day six we drive up to a waterway where mekoros await. Here we switch to dug-out canoes, called mekoros, which the locals pole through the quiet channels.

Gliding into the wild Okavango Delta we head to the tented camp where we are welcomed by the local staff. After settling in we set off on a laid-back mokoro ride or exciting bush walk, spotting birds and maybe some animals. The guides can take us into the untamed delta on foot, showing us the unique flora and fauna of this remarkable region as we go. Simply being in the Okavango Delta is a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

After exploring we return to the remote camp and settle down for a night under the stars. Tonight we experience bush camping with limited facilities in the Delta.

  • Included Activity: Okavango Delta Camping Trip
  • Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

DAY 7: Okavango Delta to Maun – Botswana

This morning you wake up to the birds at the mobile bush camp and have the chance to embark on a nature walk.

Then the guides pole us back out of the Okavango Delta via winding waterways and natural lagoons. Back at the camp near Maun you can either rest and swim in the pool or head off on a thrilling scenic flight (optional extra). The flight over the Okavango Delta provides spectacular views of this magnificent natural wonder and its wildlife.

  • Optional Activity: Okavango Delta Flight
  • Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

DAY 8: Maun to Palapye – Botswana

On day eight we head south through rural Botswana, driving to the small town of Palapye where we overnight. This long drive gives us a feel for the country, its people and bush habitats, and we may even come across a roaming elephant or antelope along the road.

  • Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

DAY 9: Palapye to Polokwane – South Africa

Today we cross the border into South Africa, known as a 'World in One Country'. We travel southeast to Polokwane, formerly called Pietersburg. Polokwane is the capital of the Limpopo Province, located near neighbouring Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique and Swaziland. We stay at a campsite with a pool, just outside of the city of Polokwane.

  • Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

DAY 10: Polokwane to Kruger National Park – South Africa

This morning we drive along the Panorama Route of South Africa - one of the most beautiful areas of the country. Our drive takes us via the scenic Blyde River Canyon, one of the largest canyons in the world forming part of the northern Drakensberg Escarpment. This 26km-long, 800m-deep canyon is unusually lush hence its title as a 'green' canyon.

Along the way, we have the option of stopping to admire the stunning scenery at viewpoints. Main attractions include the Three Rondavels, hills shaped like traditional huts called rondavels; and Gods Window which overlooks the Blyde River Canyon and surrounds. At each attraction, a small entry fee is charged to support the local communities and you'll also have the opportunity to buy local crafts in this beautiful area of South Africa. Continuing along the Panorama Route, we pass the quaint town of Graskop en route to the world-famous Kruger National Park.

A night game drive in Kruger National Park is included in the safari, either tonight or tomorrow night. Heading into the bush after dark in search of nocturnal animals is a thrilling experience! We spend the night camping inside Kruger National Park, sitting beside the campfire surrounded by nature.

  • Included Activity: Night Game Drive in Kruger Park
  • Optional Activity: Blyde River Canyon & God's Window
  • Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

DAY 11: Kruger National Park – South Africa

The whole of day 11 is spent exploring the famous Kruger National Park on game drives. This huge game park is home to over 140 mammal species, including the Big Five of Africa, along with some 500 bird species and all kinds of reptiles, amphibians and even fish. Lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalos, hippos, antelopes and other large mammals are plentiful here.

Driving through the different types of vegetation we are sure to sight a rich variety of creatures in the wilderness. Tonight we set off into the bush on a night game drive in search of nocturnal creatures - an exhilarating experience! With luck, we may even see predators hunting or spot a leopard.

You have the option of upgrading to an open safari vehicle, at extra cost, by arrangement with your guide.

  • Included Activity: Kruger Park Game Drive (in safari truck)
  • Optional Activity: Open 4x4 Game Drive in Kruger Park
  • Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Please note: You can arrange an upgrade to an open safari vehicle with your guide (at extra cost).

DAY 12: Kruger Park to Johannesburg – South Africa

After breakfast, we set off for Johannesburg, the main economic hub of South Africa. Reaching Johannesburg this Overland Family Safari finishes and we part ways having experienced the African trip of a lifetime.

  • Included Meals: Breakfast

Please Note:

This Victoria Falls to Johannesburg Overland Family Safari starts in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and travels through Botswana, before finishing in Johannesburg, South Africa. The Family Camping Safari spends one day at Victoria Falls, starting on Sunday and departing on Monday morning. We recommend an earlier arrival in order to enjoy more activities at Victoria Falls before your safari. Pre-tour accommodation can be booked through African Budget Safaris.

This itinerary should be used as a guide only and may vary from day to day depending on road & weather conditions, political situations and group decisions. All prices are subject to change. Due to Tourism Laws in some of the countries we visit, there may be a truck and crew change during the safari trip.

Optional Extras and Excursions

For up-to-date and confirmed pricing info for optional items, please drop us an enquiry.

ZIMBABWE:

VICTORIA FALLS:

  • White Water Rafting
  • River Boarding combo Raft & Board
  • Zambezi Canoeing
  • Gorge Swing, Zip-line & Flying Fox
  • Bungee Jumping
  • Tandem Bungee Jump
  • Microlight over Vic Falls
  • Helicopter Flights over Vic Falls
  • Trip T-Shirt

BOTSWANA:

  • Nata Game Drive or Bush Walk
  • Scenic Delta Flight

SOUTH AFRICA:

  • Blyde River Canyon & God's Window
  • Johannesburg City Tour (post-trip)
  • Soweto Tour - Joburg (post-trip)
  • Kruger Park Open Vehicle Game Drive

Child Policy

This tour does take children.

  • This is a family-friendly departure of a regular Africa Overland Tour. The tour is open to people of all ages and is not reserved solely for families with children. This means your children might be the only kids on board.
  • As an Overland Tour, on some days many hours are spent travelling in the overland truck to get from place to place.
  • This is a participation tour, so all clients are requested to assist the tour leaders with cooking, cleaning etc. from time to time.
  • This tour itinerary was not specifically designed for families with children.
  • The minimum age for these family-friendly departures is 6 years.

Please contact African Budget Safaris for further information.

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ZIMBABWE:

VICTORIA FALLS:

  • White Water Rafting
  • River Boarding combo Raft & Board
  • Zambezi Canoeing
  • Gorge Swing, Zip-line & Flying Fox
  • Bungee Jumping
  • Tandem Bungee Jump
  • Microlight over Vic Falls
  • Helicopter Flights over Vic Falls
  • Trip T-Shirt

BOTSWANA:

  • Nata Game Drive or Bush Walk
  • Scenic Delta Flight

SOUTH AFRICA:

  • Blyde River Canyon & God's Window
  • Johannesburg City Tour (post-trip)
  • Soweto Tour - Joburg (post-trip)
  • Kruger Park Open Vehicle Game Drive
+Included in the Tour Price
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Camping accommodation
  • Safari transport
  • Activities as indicated
  • Airport arrival transfer 
+Not Included in the Tour Price
  • International flights and visas
  • Airport departure taxes and transfers
  • Travel Insurance
  • Laundry, tips and personal Items
  • Sleeping bag and pillows
  • Optional activities
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