Jo'burg to Falls

Jo'burg to Falls 12 Days | Johannesburg to

Starting in Jo'burg and South • Great Ruins - discover the • Accommodation upgrade fee - payable 's world famous Kruger ruins of what was once the greatest locally. Please see trip notes for more National Park, travel through to medieval city in sub-Saharan Africa details. • Victoria Falls - marvel at the thundering • Optional activities thundering Victoria Falls, en route Victoria Falls and enjoy optional activities • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture you'll visit the breathtaking scenery in and around the park, including bungee and wildlife of Zimbabwe. Visit the jumping Local Payment Ruins as well as • - explore Zimbabwe's second $590pp, paid in USD. the abundant Hwange National largest city independently, including the The local payment is a cost per person which Natural History Museum and National Arts needs to be paid in US Dollars cash only. Park. It is this payment which in part covers the Gallery park fees and other inclusions such as meals as detailed under ‘what you get’. The local HIGHLIGHTS AND INCLUSIONS What's Included payment also covers your arrival transfer and 1st night’s accommodation. Please note that due • Arrival transfer from Johannesburg Airport Trip Highlights to exchange rate fluctuations in the US dollar, on day 1 the local payment amount may be subject to • Johannesburg - take in the southern • 1st night dormitory accommodation changes. This payment will be collected by your tour leader at the Welcome Meeting on day 1. section of the picturesque Panorama (upgrade available) and 10 nights route, home to incredible scenery camping. Tents and sleeping mats • - search for Africa’s provided ITINERARY Big Five and other species including wild • A fully equipped overland truck for dogs on game drives transportation and game drives Day 1 : Johannesburg Tuesday. Welcome to ! You will • - enjoy a game • Services of 3 person crew (leader, driver, be met upon arrival at Johannesburg Airport drive in Zimbabwe's largest game cook) by our representative and transferred to the reserve, which is home to all of Africa's • All camping fees and appropriate backpackers for the first night. At 5pm there Big Five equipment will be a pre-departure meeting where you will • Blyde River Canyon - admire the • 10 breakfasts, 10 lunches, 9 dinners meet your tour leader and the rest of your incredible beauty of one of the world’s • Park entry - Victoria Falls NP. Park entry group. Overnight - Johannesburg largest canyons and opt to see it from and game drives - Kruger NP some of the viewpoints along the route • All road taxes and tolls • - keep an eye out for endangered black and white rhinos as What's Not Included you traverse this rugged landscape • International flights and visas • Sleeping bag - please bring your own

Jo'burg to Falls - 12 Days updated on 24-09-2021 12:56:39 www.onthegotours.com This information has been compiled with care and good faith. They give an accurate illustration of the proposed arrangements for this holiday. Circumstances beyond our control such as changes in local conditions, inclement weather or other reasons could force us to make changes to UK 020 7371 1113 [email protected] this itinerary. Any costs shown are subject to change, though are an accurate reflection of costs at time of writing. Please also note that visa AUS 1300 855 684 [email protected] requirements are subject to change and are the responsibility of the traveller and not that of On The Go Tours. NZ 0800 44 77 69 CAN 1 866 890 7038 - 1 - USA 1 866 606 2960 SA 0800 990 311 Jo'burg to Falls

Jo'burg to Falls

Days 2-3 : Kruger National shape of the traditional huts or houses the Day 8 : Matobo National Park Park indigenous people of the area used to live in; and Gods Window that affords a breathtaking view across the canyon and surrounding area. Overnight - Polokwane (B, L, D) Day 5 : Tshipise Polokwane - Tshipise. Today we continue our journey north toward the border with Zimbabwe. Sit back and enjoy the changing scenery on this long drive to the beautiful town of Tshipise. Located between rolling Leaving our camp, we head for Matobo Jo'burg – Kruger. Leaving Johannesburg, we hills and well known for it’s natural hot water National Park, one of the few remaining pass through the southern section of the springs, Tshipise has various walking trails areas in the world inhabited with both Black picturesque Panorama Route, taking in the to enjoy or you can relax in the pools this and White Rhino. We’ll enjoy the morning breath-taking vistas. Our camp for the next evening. Overnight - Tshipise (B, L, D) exploring this fascinating and often unique two nights is a short drive from the Kruger Park geological, ecological and historic area which Gate and has some interesting local residents Day 6 : Great Zimbabwe boasts a high concentration of the elusive that include hippo, , and . Ruins and impressive black . The On arrival to the camp we enjoy an evening Tshipise – Masvingo. We cross the border ancient San inhabitants of this area are also game drive. into Zimbabwe this morning, a truly beautiful evidenced by some incredible rock paintings country with incredible history and tradition. located within the national park. Later we Arriving to the town of Masvingo, our stop for return to our campsite near Bulawayo where On day 3 we continue to explore the amazing the night, we then head out to explore the the rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight - Kruger National Park in our overland truck. Great Zimbabwe Ruins. According to legend Bulawayo (B, L, D) Covering 19 485 km2 - 60 km wide and these ruins were the capital of the Queen over 350 km long, this conservation area has of Sheba and were inhabited by the Bantu Days 9-10 : Hwange National more than 146 mammals, 500 , 114 reptile, civilization of the Shona between the 11th and Park 33 amphibian & 49 fish species. 23 000 15th century. You’ll have an opportunity to Bulawayo - Hwange National Park. We head different types of plants have been recorded. explore these incredible ruins, including the northwest today to Zimbabwe’s largest and We spend the day driving around the park 8 statues of stone carefully carved from longest running reserve, Hwange National keeping an eye out for these incredible soapstone, before setting up camp at the foot Park, on day 9. Well known for it’s abundance species. There is the option of enjoying a of the hills. Overnight - Maun (B, L, D) and variety of wildlife including thousands of night drive looking for a few of the nocturnal elephants and rare species such as inhabitants or upgrading to a small vehicle for Day 7 : Bulawayo and . Hopefully you’ll the game drive at an additional cost. Masvingo – Bulawayo. Departing Masavingo spot some of these stunning creatures on our Overnight - Kruger National Park (B:1, L:2, we head north to Bulawayo, Zimbabwe’s game drive today. D:2) second largest city. Boasting exceptionally wide streets originally designed to Day 4 : Blydepoort On day 10 we’ll explore Hwange National accommodate ox wagons and several Maun - Polokwane. Heading out early, we Park. Covering an area of over 5,600 square buildings retaining their British Colonial feel, have a fairly long drive today to Polokwane, miles, Hwange was founded in 1928 as a there is lots to see and do in Bulawayo. stopping see at the impressive Blyde River game reserve and became a National Park in Perhaps visit the Natural History Museum, the Canyon. Named for the Blyde River that 1961, it is home to 400 species of bird and 107 National Arts Gallery or the Mzilikazi Arts and runs through it, the canyon is 26km long, types of animal. On our game drive today we’ll Crafts Centre. Overnight - Bulawayo (B, L, D) and averages 800m deep and forms the hope to spot some of these animals, including northern edge of the impressive Drakensberg , , giraffe and . Overnight Mountain Range. It is classified as a ‘green - Hwange National Park (B:2, L:2, D:2) canyon’ due to the uncommon occurrence of vegetation that lines it (uncommon as Day 11 : Victoria Falls most canyons are in desert areas and are Hwange National Park - Victoria Falls fairly barren). The main viewpoints along the (Zimbabwe). This morning we continue to our canyon are the 3 Rondavels, named for the destination - Victoria Falls.

Jo'burg to Falls - 12 Days updated on 24-09-2021 12:56:39 www.onthegotours.com This information has been compiled with care and good faith. They give an accurate illustration of the proposed arrangements for this holiday. Circumstances beyond our control such as changes in local conditions, inclement weather or other reasons could force us to make changes to UK 020 7371 1113 [email protected] this itinerary. Any costs shown are subject to change, though are an accurate reflection of costs at time of writing. Please also note that visa AUS 1300 855 684 [email protected] requirements are subject to change and are the responsibility of the traveller and not that of On The Go Tours. NZ 0800 44 77 69 CAN 1 866 890 7038 - 2 - USA 1 866 606 2960 SA 0800 990 311 Jo'burg to Falls

Jo'burg to Falls

booking party cannot reach the minimum A 20 minute walk from our campsite takes you to the entry point of the falls. Victoria Falls, of 2 persons in a tent. Solo travellers will or Mosi-oa-Tunya (the Smoke that Thunders), be placed in their own tent or matched was named by David Livingstone on his up with another solo traveller of the explorations, and is one of the Seven Natural same sex, based upon the current health Wonders of the World. N1 Hotel & Campsite advice at time of travel. Later we relax at the campsite’s swimming Located within the town of Victoria Falls, the PRICES / DATES 2021 pool, view the Victoria Falls, or explore N1 Hotel offers affordable accommodation, Date Twin Share Single the many sights and delights of this town! within walking distance to many visitor 15 Jun USD 1,228 USD 2,341 Overnight - Victoria Falls (B, L) attractions including the entrance to the 13 Jul USD 1,307 USD 2,420 mighty Victoria Falls, and consists of en- 10 Aug USD 1,307 USD 2,420 Day 12 : Victoria Falls suite, dorm or camping style accommodation 07 Sep USD 1,307 USD 2,420 depending on your budget. Guests can enjoy 05 Oct USD 1,228 USD 2,341 a full English/Irish breakfast at the onsite 02 Nov USD 1,228 USD 2,341 restaurant or relax by the pool after a day of 30 Nov USD 1,228 USD 2,341 exploring. 28 Dec USD 1,307 USD 2,420

PRICES / DATES 2022

Date Twin Share Single 08 Feb USD 1,228 USD 2,341 Saturday. After breakfast, we exchange 08 Mar USD 1,228 USD 2,341 addresses and part ways, having just 05 Apr USD 1,228 USD 2,341 experienced a trip of a lifetime! We suggest Victoria Falls Rest Camp 03 May USD 1,228 USD 2,341 booking additional days after your trip to Located a stone’s throw away from the Artist 31 May USD 1,228 USD 2,341 take advantage of the optional excursions village & Elephant Walk Shopping is the 28 Jun USD 1,228 USD 2,341 available at Victoria Falls. Victoria Falls Rest Camp. Offering camping 26 Jul USD 1,307 USD 2,420 and dorm room accommodation, this camp (B) features a year-round outdoor pool and barbecue facilities. Daily continental or HOTELS cooked breakfast is served at the in-house Highlighted below are some of the hotels restaurant, which also offers a variety of local which we frequently use on this tour, though African dishes. Wi-fi is available and some we reserve the right to substitute these units feature equipped kitchens. hotels to ones of a similar standard. Please refer to your Tour Voucher for your confirmed arrival hotel and further arrival information. Dove's Nest Guest House Located a stone throw from OR Tambo Airport, the Doves Nest Guest House is PRICES / DATES INFO conveniently located guests wanting to relax after a long day of exploring Johannesburg’s Departure dates are guaranteed with highlights. Each room features an electric blankets and TV. Breakfast and internet are a minimum of 4 persons. Prices are available, as well as a free airport shuttle. per person when there are 2 people sharing a tent. The 'Solo Room' price is applicable to all solo travellers, or if your

Jo'burg to Falls - 12 Days updated on 24-09-2021 12:56:39 www.onthegotours.com This information has been compiled with care and good faith. They give an accurate illustration of the proposed arrangements for this holiday. Circumstances beyond our control such as changes in local conditions, inclement weather or other reasons could force us to make changes to UK 020 7371 1113 [email protected] this itinerary. Any costs shown are subject to change, though are an accurate reflection of costs at time of writing. Please also note that visa AUS 1300 855 684 [email protected] requirements are subject to change and are the responsibility of the traveller and not that of On The Go Tours. NZ 0800 44 77 69 CAN 1 866 890 7038 - 3 - USA 1 866 606 2960 SA 0800 990 311