Kruger Wildlife, Mozambique Beaches & Vic Falls Safari

Highlights on this budget Kruger, Mozambique & Victoria Falls Safari include:

• Kruger National Park Game Viewing, South Africa
• Mozambique Beaches - Vilanculous & Inhambane
• Hwange National Park Game Viewing, Zimbabwe
• Victoria Falls & Zambezi River in Zimbabwe

This budgt camping safari combines idyllic beaches, game-rich bush and spectacular natural wonders in an unforgettable southern African Safari package!

The two-week Kruger Wildlife, Mozambique Beach & Vic Falls Safari offers a well-priced and unique African journey of discovery!

DAY 1: Johannesburg to Kruger National Park – South Africa (L / D)

This Kruger Wildlife, Mozambique Beaches & Vic Falls Safari departs from Johannesburg travelling into the Lowveld of South Africa towards the renowned Kruger National Park. Our journey takes us through the southern part of the scenic Panorama Route – famous for its breathtaking views.

We enter Kruger Park in the late afternoon and enjoy our first game drive on the way to our campsite within the Kruger Park. Tonight we relax around the campfire at camp, getting a good night's rest before our early morning game drive in Kruger.

DAY 2: Kruger National Park (B / L / D)

Today we explore the world-famous Kruger National Park on game viewing drives. This top African game park covers an area of 21 497 km² (60 km wide and over 350 km long).

The vast Kruger Park conservation area is home to over 146 mammals, 500 bird, 114 reptile, 33 amphibian & 49 fish species. Around 23 000 different types of plants have also been recorded in this wilderness area. 

We spend the day driving through Kruger Park in South Africa in search of the abundance of wildlife inhabiting the game reserve, stopping off at view points as we explore. Tonight we spend the evening at one of the southern camps in Kruger National Park, surrounded by the game-rich bush.

DAY 3: Kruger National Park to Inhambane – Mozambique (B / L / D)

We hit the road early today, driving across the border we leave South Africa and travel to the warm Indian Ocean waters of the Mozambique coastline.

Our first stop in Mozambique is Inhambane, once the trade centre of Portuguese East Africa in colonial years. Today Maputo is the capital of Mozambique and the centre of its trade industry. 

DAY 4: Inhambane – Mozambique (B / L / D)

The beaches near Inhambane are well known for their good scuba diving sites, by both locals and holidaymakers, due to the variety of reefs nearby.

You are free to spend the day at leisure soaking up the sunshine and enjoying the warm waters of the Indian Ocean. Go diving to discover the abundant marine life along the coast, browse the bustling “Mecado Central” (central market), or explore the beaches on horseback. 

Inhambane offers some of the best scuba diving in the world with reefs close to all of the beaches, including the famous Manta Reef and Gallaria. Marine sightings include Manta Rays, Whale Sharks, Turtles and a host of other marine life.

There are various professional scuba diving operators along this stretch of Mozambique coast and dives can be booked with them on arrival at the safari camp. For those wishing to see the spectacular marine life that are not able to dive, snorkelling is also excellent.

DAY 5:  Inhambane to Morrungulu – Mozambique (B / L / D)

On day five of this African Budget Safari we take a leisurely drive up the coast of Mozambique to the picturesque Morrungulu Resort. The resort camp is set among coconut palm plantations, offering a truly tropical island feel – beware of falling coconuts!

Try out deep-sea fishing, or stroll along the lovely beach at Morrungulu.

DAYS 6 & 7:  Morrungulu to Vilanculous – Mozambique (B / L / D)

The coastal town of Villanculous is the stepping stone to the three main islands of the Bazaruto Archipelago off Mozambique.

We spend the next two nights of our epic African journey in Vilanculous, to enable those who wish to take a boat charter to the smaller island of Magaruque to do so on day seven. Other activities include traditional Dhow sailing trips, sunset cruises, horse riding, big game fishing, whale watching (seasonal) and more.

DAY 8:  Vilanculous to Bandula – Mozambique (B / L / D)

Continuing our drive northwards we say farewell to the tropical coastline of Mozambique heading inland to Bandula.

Our drive on day eight takes us through more rural parts of Mozambique giving us the chance to see local Mozambican villages and farmsteads.

Arriving at our next overnight stop in the late afternoon, we set up camp on the banks of the Chicamba Dam.

DAY 9: Bandula to Gweru – Zimbabwe (B / L / D)

Today we cross from Mozambique into Zimbabwe. A beautiful southern African country, rich in culture, history and tradition. We drive into the Zimbabwe Midlands, to the town of Gweru.

Here we stop over at Antelope Park. Rumour has it that “you have not been to Zimbabwe until you have visited the Victoria Falls… and the Antelope Park.” 

Antelope Park offers a wide variety of game viewing activities in this wilderness area inhabited by lion, elephant, giraffe and of course numerous antelope (as the name suggests)!  Seize the unique opportunity of walking with lions, riding or swimming with elephants, viewing game from horseback or from the back of a safari vehicle.

DAY 10:  Gweru – Zimbabwe (B / L / D)

Enjoy close encounters with Africa’s wildlife and feel the thrill of a walk with lions, or a ride on elephant back at Antelope Park today.

In the evening you can venture into the bushes on a night game drive in Antelope Park!

DAY 11:  Gweru to Bulawayo – Zimbabwe (B / L / D)

From Gweru, we set off for Bulawayo, Zimbabwe’s second largest city. Bulawayo is known for its extra wide streets, originally designed for full span ox wagons. 

The British Colonial influence can still be seen in Bulawayo, with many of the character buildings being preserved as heritage sites by the Bulawayo City Council. Places of interest worth visiting include, the Natural History Museum, the National Arts Gallery and the Mzilikazi Arts and Crafts Centre, which employs more than 70 people.

DAY 12:  Bulawayo to Hwange National Park (B / L / D)

Today we drive north-west to the oldest and largest game park in Zimbabwe – Hwange National Park. Hwange Park is well known for its abundant and varied wildlife species, including thousands of elephants, and rare antelope species such as the Sable and Roan Antelope.

We embark on a rewarding game drive, in the late afternoon or early morning, to explore the wildlife haven of Hwange Park in search of resident wildlife species.

DAY 13:  Hwange National Park to Victoria Falls (B / L)

We leave Hwange Park and drive on to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe today.

Named after the famous World Heritage Site and Waterfall, the town of Victoria Falls is located along the Zambezi River, surrounded by the Victoria Falls National Park. Our safari campsite is conveniently situated in the centre of Victoria Falls town, within walking distance of the local restaurants, shops and booking agents for adventure activities.

A 20 minute walk takes you to the entry point for viewing the spectacular Vic Falls, falling between Zimbabwe and Zambia. Victoria Falls, or Mosi-oa-Tunya (the Smoke that Thunders), was named by the explorer David Livingstone and is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.

Victoria Falls is the world's largest sheet of falling water at 1700 m wide and about 100 m high. An awesome and memorable sight on any African Safari!

A short adventure activities brief is followed by an afternoon of leisure for you to unwind at the campsite’s swimming pool, view the mighty Victoria Falls, or explore the sights and delights of Vic Falls town!

DAY 14 & 15:  Victoria Falls – Zimbabwe (B)

This Kruger Wildlife, Mozambique Beaches & Vic Falls Safari comes to an end today, after breakfast in Victoria Falls.

We recommend booking a few extra days in Victoria Falls to relax and explore the area, as well as taking advantage of some of the fantastic Optional Adventure Activities at Victoria Falls.

Optional Excursions include elephant back safaris, horseback safaris, walking with lions, a visit to the crocodile ranch, boat cruises and golf at The Elephant Hills Resort.  Adrenalin junkies can bungee from the Victoria Falls Bridge connecting Zimbabwe and Zambia or abseil down the Batoka Gorge - neither activity is for the faint hearted! 

All year round, flights in fixed wing, micro light and ultra light aircraft or helicopters provide an aerial perspective over this magnificent World Heritage Site. White water rafting on the Zambezi River is world class. In addition to the excitement of the Grade 5 rapids, there are the "floats," where there is time to admire the towering cliffs and occasional wildlife on the riverbanks.

Please Note:

This Budget African Safari starts in Johannesburg, South Africa and travels north through South Africa, Mozambique and Zimbabwe ending in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.

The budget camping safari departs from Johannesburg in South Africa early on Sunday mornings. Should you wish to explore Johannesburg, an earlier arrival is recommended. 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 & Local Payments 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.