22 day Southern Escape. Johannesburg to Botswana


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This Africa overland travel tour starts in Johannesburg, travels through South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana, and ends back in South Africa.

  • Pre-departure meeting: 17h00 the day before at the departure point
  • Departure point: Johannesburg, Backpackers Ritz, 1A North Road, Dunkeld West
  • Check-in: 08h45
  • Departure: 09h00
  • Accommodation: Camping
  • Group size: Max 30 passengers
  • Safari vehicle: Overland truck

Day 1: Johannesburg to Hazyview, South Africa

On day 1 of your South Africa safari, head towards the Lowveld and the famous Kruger National Park, your base camp for the next 2 nights. Your camp is situated just 8 kilometres from the Numbi Gate of Kruger Park, and offers a refreshing swimming pool and hot showers. Spend the evening warming up around the camp fire, anticipating your morning game drive the following day. Lunch and dinner is included.

Day 2: Kruger National Park, South Africa

Today you explore the many wonders of the Kruger Park on game drives conducted by expert and knowledgeable guides. The Kruger Park is a wildlife sanctuary and home to an incredible 500 bird species, 114 reptiles, 49 fish species, 33 amphibians, 146 mammals and over 23 000 plants species. Tonight you will have the option of an exciting night drive, where you will witness the nocturnal world of the Park come alive. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included.

Day 3: Hazyview to Graskop, South Africa

On day 3 of your South Africa safari, you bid farewell to the Kruger Park and leave the Lowveld, climbing the altitude to the beautiful town of Graskop. It is from here that you explore the beauty of Mpumalanga, regarded as having some of the best landscapes in South Africa. Your stops include the spectacular Blyde River Canyon and Gods Window.

You arrive at your camp for the evening and set up camp on the lush, green grass before enjoying the swimming pool with stunning views. For those in the mood to party, the Graskop nightlife is something to be enjoyed. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included.

Day 4: Graskop to Messina, South Africa

Today is a long yet lovely drive as you head to Zimbabwe. This is your chance to relax, catch up on some reading, or just enjoy the spectacular scenery. You will spend your night in the charming town of Messina, said to be one of the hottest areas in South Africa. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included.

Day 5: Messina to Masivingo, Zimbabwe

Today you leave South Africa and enter Zimbabwe, a country rich in tradition, culture and beauty. You travel to the town of Masivingo, which lies on the outskirts of the Great Zimbabwe Ruins. The majestic setting and rich history of the area makes this one of the highlights of your African overland travel. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included.


Page: 2 Day 6: Masivingo to Gweru, Zimbabwe
Once you have explored the area, your journey continues to Gweru, situated in the Zimbabwe Midlands. You will stop at the Antelope Park with a chance to partake in a truly memorable experience - Walking with Lions. In addition to the l ...

Page: 3 Days 11 & 12: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
You can partake in many activities available at the Victoria Falls, including flights taken over the Falls, Batoka Gorge and the islands. White water rafting in the Batoka Gorge is not to be missed, and, for the more adventurous, bungi ...

Page: 4 Day 19: Francistown to Polokwane, South Africa
After an early start, you cross the border to South Africa, driving through the North Province of the country, crossing the Highveld and Lowveld. You overnight at a campsite for the night before your journey to the Kruger National Park ...


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