8 Day Victoria Falls to Johannesburg Overland Adventure (Camping)

Day 1: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

As part of your exploration of Victoria Falls, head out with your guide and group tonight. Following the welcome meeting, enjoy a drink at Shearwater Village. The adventure begins as you sit back, relax, listen to the rushing sound of the falls, and get to know your fellow travelers as the adventure begins.

Victoria Falls provides an ideal base for exploring some of the natural wonders of southern Africa and taking part in some exciting activities. Get up close to the Victoria Falls (and get wet from the spray) before your tour begins, raft the mighty Zambezi, or, for the more adventurous, bungee jump to view the Victoria Falls.

Meals: At own expense
Accommodation: Explorers Village Camping or similar (1 Night)
Included Highlight: Welcome Meeting on Arrival Day
Optional Activities: Livingstone Island (Devil’s Pool) Swim 125USD per person, Microlight Flight over Victoria Falls 360USD per person, Livingstone Island (Devil’s Pool) Morning Breezer 125USD per person, Bridge Swing over the Zambezi 168USD per person, Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride 15 Mins 150USD per person, Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride 25min 284USD per person, Canoeing the Zambezi 160USD per person, Full Day Excursion to Chobe National Park, Zambezi Bungee Jump 168USD per person, Victoria Falls Whitewater Rafting 120USD per person
Please Note: By the time of the welcoming meeting, please ensure that you have all the visas required for this tour. To find out which visas, if any, you will require, it is crucial that you read the visa part of our trip specifics. It should be noted that not all nationalities can get a visa at the border. Your lodging is not in Livingstone, Zambia, but rather in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Please confirm that you possess the required visa. Since the group departs early on Day 2, we advise anyone who arrives later on Day 1 to make reservations for a pre-night if they wish to spend time at Victoria Falls.

Day 2: Victoria Falls – Matobo National Park, Zimbabwe

Early in the morning, wake up to the sound of Victoria Falls thundering in the distance before departing on the long, but scenic drive to Matobo National Park. Consider taking this time to enjoy the scenery, get to know your group better, and consider what you hope to gain from the excursion.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: African Wanderer Campsite or similar (1 Night)
Travel Time: ± 6 hours
Distance: ± 475 km

Day 3: Matobo National Park, Zimbabwe

This trip to Zimbabwe’s Matobo National Park will take you to enormous granite boulders, territory that has been inhabited for 40,000 years, and a serene atmosphere that will make you question why you would ever want to return to the bustle of the contemporary world. Take an open wildlife safari vehicle and explore the park with an emphasis on edible plants, see the ancient cave paintings at Khoisan, get up close and personal with wildlife, and discover rhino conservation initiatives.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: African Wanderer Campsite or similar (1 Night)
Included Highlights: Guided Rhino Walk, Matobo National Park Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive

Day 4: Matobo National Park – Tshipise, South Africa

A new day brings a new slice of adventure! Take advantage of the day to get to know the people in your group. Take backseat selfies, share travel stories, and enjoy the African scenery as you cross the border into South Africa. During the evening, relax in the mineral pool at our campsite, tip your head toward the sky, and bask in the warm water.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Tshipise Forever Resort or similar (1 Night)
Optional Activities: Hot Springs Soak
Travel Time: ± 7 hours
Distance: ± 600 km

Day 5: Tshipise – Kruger National Park, South Africa

You have arrived in a wildlife oasis! There is something special about Kruger National Park that will make you want to return to it over and over again. Approximately 5 million acres make this park one of the best places in Africa to view wild animals, so prepare for an exciting adventure. Grab your camera and make your ultimate African safari fantasy a reality.

On a full-day wildlife safari drive, you will be able to see lions, elephants, and many other animals. Word of advice? Don’t forget that the animals are not the only thing that matters. Besides giant baobabs, fever trees, and marula trees, this sanctuary is home to many other species of plants. Enjoy prime viewing locations such as Hippo Pool, Kruger Tablets, and Red Rocks as you enjoy the natural surroundings.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Satara Rest Campsite or similar (1 Night)
Included Highlights: Kruger Wildlife Safari Drive
Travel Time: ± 1 – 1 ½ hours

Day 6: Kruger National Park – Greater Kruger Area, South Africa

There is no way to describe in words the beauty of the National Parks of South Africa which was only glimpsed yesterday. Today you will be taking another wildlife safari drive in Kruger National Park. Upgrades available – A 4×4 safari vehicle is available as an alternative.

Take a look at the sky today and try to locate everything that you did not have time to locate yesterday. As the night settles around you, fill your tummies with a traditional dinner together. Following dinner, grab a partner and work up a sweat with some local dancing.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Aan De Vliet Holiday Resort or similar (1 Night)
Included Highlights: Kruger Wildlife Safari Drive, Traditional Dinner and Local Dancing
Optional Activities: Kruger National Park Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive – Full day 860 ZAR per person
Travel Time: ± 7 hours
Distance: ± 200 km

Day 7: Greater Kruger Area – Johannesburg, South Africa

You may be leaving the bush behind today, but the memories will last a lifetime. Therefore, don’t despair, rather look forward with excitement as you return to Johannesburg, South Africa’s most important economic center.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel Sky Sandton or similar (1 Night)
Travel Time: ± 8 hours
Distance: ± 407 km

Day 8: Johannesburg, South Africa

Your tour comes to an end today. It is time to return home, but not before paying some attention to “Jozi”!

You may wish to extend your stay in this vibrant, up-and-coming South African city for a few days. Discover the history of Johannesburg by exploring museums such as the Apartheid Museum and historic properties such as the Mandela House. Take advantage of the city’s trendy neighborhood’s such as Melville for food, music, and art and allow yourself to unwind and relax before returning home.

Meals: Breakfast