16-Day Zimbabwe & Botswana Game Tracker Comfort Group Safari
€3.180,00
This is a starting price
- Incl. overnight stays as described in the itinerary
- Entrance fees for the mentioned National Parks and excursions
- Transport during the trip in a safari minibus or safari overland truck and 4×4 open safari vehicles
- Meals as described
- Guidance from 2 professional English-speaking guides
- Digital Information Booklet
Travel code AOL 414
Description
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A visit is being made to the Kruger National Park, of Zimbabwe Ruins been Great Zimbabwe, and game drives in the Matobo National Park and of course a visit to the Victoria waterfalls.
In Botswana become a Sunset cruise made on the Chobe River in the Chobe National Park, which is especially known for its large herds of elephants.
Further a 2-day Mokoro excursion in the Okavango Delta and a visit to the Goo-Moremi Gorge where a lovely walk is taken in search of the Cape vulture.
Guaranteed departure from 4 people
Programme
Day 1: Johannesburg - Kruger Park
Depart from Johannesburg at 06h30 in the morning and drive in a north-easterly direction to the northern part of the famous Kruger National Park.
In the afternoon, a game drive through Kruger National Park.
Overnight stay at the Punda Maria rest camp in the Kruger Park. (chalet)
- Includes: Kruger National Park entrance fee, Kruger Park game drive
- Optional activity: night game drive in Kruger Park in an open safari vehicle (cost approx. US$ 25 per person)
- Overnight stay: Punda Maria rest camp, twin-bed chalet/or tented lodge with bathroom, swimming pool, restaurant
- Meals: lunch and dinner
- Distance: 550 km, approx. 7 hours driving excluding stops for sightseeing and lunch en route
- For more information, see: www.sanparks.org
Day 2: Kruger National Park
Full day in Kruger National Park to the remote and less visited northern part of Kruger from Letaba rest camp to Pafuri Gate.
During the game drives, there will naturally be a search for the animals found here, such as the lion, elephant, giraffe, rhino, cheetah, leopard, many antelope species and zebras.
Overnight stay in the Punda Maria rest camp in the Kruger Park. (chalet)
- Includes: Kruger National Park entrance fee and game driving in Kruger Park
- Overnight stay: Punda Maria rest camp, twin-bed chalet/or tented lodge with bathroom, swimming pool, restaurant
- Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Distance: 100 km, game driving
Day 3: Kruger National Park - Great Zimbabwe
We leave South Africa via the Beitbridge border post.
After crossing the border (which is an interesting excursion in itself), the journey continues to Masvingo and the Great Zimbabwe Ruins.
Great Zimbabwe was once the capital of an empire that may have stretched over what is now Zimbabwe and Mozambique. The ruined city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The city dates from the period between c. 400–1450 AD, and in its heyday may have housed around 18,000 inhabitants, though other sources estimate 10,000.
The ruins are spread over a large area and are mainly concentrated in three centres: the hill complex, the valley complex, and the famous Great Enclosure.
In the afternoon, a walking tour through the ruin complex with a guide, during which you will be introduced to this mysterious culture.
Overnight stay at the Great Zimbabwe Hotel. (hotel)
- Including: Great Zimbabwe entrance fee, guided walking tour
- Overnight stay: Great Zimbabwe hotel, double room with bathroom, restaurant and bar
- Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Distance: 480 km, approx. 6 ½ hours driving excluding stops for border crossing, sightseeing and lunch en route
- For more information, see: www.africansunhotels.com
Day 4: Great Zimbabwe - Matobo National Park
After breakfast, depart Great Zimbabwe and drive to Matobo Hills National Park, just south of the town of Bulawayo.
Arrival in the afternoon and sundowner with a view of the park.
Overnight stay at the Hermit Peak guest lodge just outside the park (chalets)
- Overnight stay: Hermits Peak chalets, double chalet with bathroom, restaurant, bar and swimming pool
- Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Distance: 340 km, approx. 5 hours driving excluding stops for sightseeing, shopping in Bulawayo and lunch en route
Day 5: Matobo National Park
In Matobo National Park, you will visit the granite kopjes and wooded valleys.
A visit is made to “World's View” and the grave of Cecil John Rhodes, who is buried in the Matobo Hills.
In the afternoon, a walk is planned to the San Bushman rock engravings.
The unusual rock formations in this area are also the habitat of rhinos.
During the guided walk in the park, we hope to spot the white rhinos. The sable antelope and Africa's largest concentration of leopards can also be found in this park.
Overnight stay at the Hermit Peak guest lodge just outside the park (chalets)
- Including: Matobo National Park entrance fee, bush walk and guided game drive through the park
- Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Overnight stay: Hermits Peak chalets, double chalet with bathroom, restaurant, bar and swimming pool
Day 6: Matobo National Park - Hwange National Park
After breakfast, depart in a northerly direction towards Hwange National Park.
Hwange National Park is the largest game park in Zimbabwe and is named after a local Nhanzwa chief.
Hwange Park is approximately 14,650 square kilometres in size and is located in the northwest of the country.
Hwange is famous for its large elephant population.
Overnight stay at the Miombo Safari Camp just outside the park. (tree house or chalet)
- Overnight stay: Miombo Safari Camp in a double treehouse or chalet with bathroom and swimming pool
- Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Distance: 335 km, approx. 5 hours' drive excluding stops for sightseeing, game viewing and lunch en route
- For more information, see: www.miombosafaricamp.com
Day 7: Hwange National Park
Full day in the park taking game drives in an open 4x4 safari vehicle with a local guide.
Overnight stay at the Miombo Safari Camp just outside the park. (tree house or chalet)
- Including: Hwange National Park entrance fee, full day game drive with local guide in an open 4x4 safari vehicle
- Overnight stay: Miombo Safari Camp in a double treehouse or chalet with bathroom and swimming pool
- Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 8: Hwange National Park - Victoria Falls
Drive north towards the famous Victoria Falls.
In the afternoon, a walk to Mosi oa Tunya National Park and viewing of the Victoria Falls.
Overnight stay at Phezulu guesthouse in Victoria Falls.
- Including: Mosi oa Tunya National Park entrance fee, walk to Victoria Falls
- Overnight stay: Phezulu Guesthouse, a double room with en-suite bathroom, swimming pool, restaurant and bar
- Meals: breakfast
- Distance: 200 km, approx. 3 hours' drive excluding stops for sightseeing and curio shopping
- For more information, see: www.thebayetecollection.com/phezulu/
Day 9: Victoria Falls
Day at leisure in Victoria Falls where numerous activities can be done such as white-water rafting, bungee jumping, scenic flights over the falls, and sunset cruises on the Zambezi River.
Overnight stay at Phezulu guesthouse in Victoria Falls.
- Overnight stay: Phezulu Guesthouse, a double room with en-suite bathroom, swimming pool, restaurant and bar
- Meals: breakfast
- Optional activities: white water rafting, sunset cruises, scenic flight over Victoria Falls and much more
Day 10: Victoria Falls - Chobe National Park
Depart Victoria Falls and cross the border into Botswana towards the town of Kasane, which borders Chobe National Park.
The Chobe River flows along the northern border of Chobe National Park, attracting huge numbers of animals.
One highlight is taking a “sundowner” cruise on the Chobe River.
You will see animals enjoying the vegetation on the banks, and there's a good chance of spotting elephants crossing to enjoy the juicy grass on one of the islands in the Chobe River.
In the afternoon, a sundowner cruise on the Chobe River (an excellent time to take photos of the animals along the riverbanks, as they do not perceive the boats as a threat, allowing the boats to get very close).
Overnight stay at the Thebe River Safari private camp in Kasane. (permanent tented camp)
- Including: Chobe National Park entrance fee, sundowner game viewing cruise on the Chobe River
- Overnight stay: Thebe River Safaris private camp, twin safari tent with bathroom and view over the Chobe River
- Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Distance: 85 km, approx. 1 hour's drive excluding stops for sightseeing and border crossing
- For more information, see: www.theberiversafaris.com
Day 11: Chobe National Park - Nata
This morning, an early start for a morning game drive in an open 4x4 safari vehicle through Chobe Park.
After breakfast, depart from Kasane and drive south through the Kasane Forest to the village of Nata.
In the afternoon, a visit to the Nata Bird Sanctuary for sunset and views of the vast Makgadikgadi Pans, where flamingos, pelicans, and herds of elephants can be seen during the summer.
Overnight stay at Nata Lodge. (tented lodge)
- Including: Chobe National Park entrance fee, morning game drive in Chobe Park, Enter Makgadikgadi Pans and Nata Sanctuary
- Overnight stay: Nata Lodge, double tented lodge with beds, bathroom, swimming pool, bar & restaurant
- Meals: breakfast, lunch
- Distance: 340 km, approx. 4½ hours driving, excluding stops for sightseeing and lunch en route
- For more information, see: www.natalodge.com
Day 12: Nata - Maun - Okavango Delta
Depart on time from Nata and drive to the town of Maun, where some quick shopping is done for the coming days.
Afterwards, depart from Maun under the guidance of local guides in typical mokoros (hollowed-out log canoes).
En route, we will look for wild animals, go for walks, and swim in the clear waters of the Delta.
Camping takes place on the banks of the Delta and on remote islets in the Delta.
The local guides will introduce you to their culture and way of life.
An overnight stay in a beautiful spot in the Delta, so-called “wild camping”.
- Including: entrance to Okavango Delta, mokoro excursion, morning and afternoon game walks with local guides
- Overnight stay: wild camping in scenic spots in the Delta, tent with camp beds and bedding, chemical toilet in the tent and shared facilities for a hot water “bucket” shower
- Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Distance: 340 km, approx. 4½ hours plus 4x4 transfer to the Delta.
Day 13: Okavango Delta
A full day in the Delta searching for wildlife by mokoro, with bush walks and swimming in crystal-clear water also an option.
Overnight stay in a beautiful spot in the Delta, so-called “wild camping”.
- Including: entrance to Okavango Delta, mokoro excursion, morning and afternoon game walks with local guides
- Overnight stay: wild camping in scenic spots in the Delta, tent with camp beds and bedding, chemical toilet in the tent and shared facilities for a hot water “bucket” shower
- Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 14: Okavango Delta – Maun
Another full day in the Delta and back in Maun at the end of the afternoon.
Rest of the afternoon at your leisure.
Overnight stay in the Island Safari Lodge in Maun in a double chalet. (lodge)
- Including: entrance to Okavango Delta, mokoro excursion, morning and afternoon game walks with local guides
- Overnight stay: Island Safari Lodge in a double chalet with bathroom, swimming pool, restaurant & bar
- Meals: breakfast and lunch
- Distance: 2-hour 4x4 transfer to Maun
- Optional excursion: scenic flight over the Okavango Delta, approx. US$ 95 to US$ 120 per person
- For more information, see: www.islmaun.com
Day 15: Maun - Goo Moremi
Depart from Maun and drive in a southeasterly direction through the vast open plains of the Kalahari Desert,
On the way, small villages and small herds of zebras.
As we approach Goo Moremi, we can see the Tswapong Hills. Here, the endangered Cape vultures nest on the cliffs of the Goo Moremi Gorge. In the afternoon, a guided walk.
Overnight stay at Goo-Moremi Resort in a double room. (chalet)
- Including: entrance fee for Goo Moremi Gorge and an afternoon guided walk
- Overnight stay: Goo-Moremi Resort – a four-person chalet with 2 separate double rooms and a shared bathroom
- Distance: 665 km, approx. 8½ hours' drive excluding stops for sightseeing and lunch en route
- For more information, see: www.goo-moremiresort.co.bw
Day 16: Goo Moremi - Johannesburg
Depart from Goo Moremi and drive to the border with South Africa.
After the border formalities, drive to Johannesburg.
The tour ends around 5:00 PM at Johannesburg Airport.
End of arrangement.
- Overnight stay: n.a.
- Meals: breakfast
- Distance: 515 km, approx. 6½ hours driving, excluding stops for border formalities and lunch
Reisom
REISSOM 16 DAY ZIMBABWE AND BOTSWANA GAME TRACKERS COMFORT GROUP SAFARI:
- £3,180 per person (valid from 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2026) + US$ 300 per person, payable locally*
- €3,320 per person (valid from 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2027) + US$ 300 per person, payable locally*
*For this safari trip, a “local payment” is requested. This local payment will be collected by the tour leader at the start of each trip and is usually in the local currency or US dollars. The local payment will be used to cover, among other things, the entrance fees for the national parks and other excursion fees.
This price is based on two travellers. For solo travellers, the following applies: accommodation during the safari on a sharing basis (at no extra cost) or a single supplement of €700 (2026) and €720 (2027) per person for a single tent/room during the trip.
Optional extras:
- Extra night at Road Lodge Rivonia in Johannesburg at the beginning or end of the trip: £44 (2026 & 2027) per person per night in a double room on a bed and breakfast basis.
- Single room supplement £35.00 (2026 & 2027) per person per night.
- Arrival and/or departure transfer optional to book at €30 per person
Prices for departures after 31-12-2027 are not yet available. If you are interested, please send us a message. Contact form.
Flight
The stated travel sum excludes international flights. However, we can offer you flights from all airlines connected to IATA BSP.
Upon request, we can provide you with a price quotation for various companies.
Flight price indication for this journey: KLM €825 per person including airport tax for the route Amsterdam – Johannesburg – Amsterdam.
Extension (or shortening of the trip) of the journey:
If you prefer a longer or shorter stay in Africa, that is possible.
A “tailor-made” trip to suit your personal wishes is also possible, of course.
If you let us know your requirements, we would be happy to provide you with an attractive quote.
Not many holiday days?
Of course that is possible. This trip can also be made from Johannesburg to Maun.
The trip then begins on day 1 in Johannesburg and ends on day 15 in Maun.
Costs for this 15-day Zimbabwe and Botswana Game Tracker comfort group safari: €2,970 (2026) and €3,120 (2027) per person, based on two people sharing a tent, plus a local payment of US$300 per person.
Single room/tent supplement €680 (2026) and €700 (2027) per person.
Departure dates 2026:
January: 03, 10, 31
February: 07*, 21
March: 14*, 28
April: 4, 11, 25*
Mei: 02, 09, 16, 30
June 06, 13*, 20, 27
July: 04, 08, 11, 18, 25, 29
Augustus 01*, 08, 15, 19, 22, 29*
September 05, 09, 12*, 19, 26, 30
October 03*, 10, 17, 21, 24, 31*
November 07, 14, 21
December: 19
Departure dates 2027:
January: 09, 23, 30
February: 06*, 20
March: 13*, 17, 20
April: 03, 10, 24*
Mei: 01, 08, 15, 26, 29
June 05, 12*, 16, 19, 26
July: 03, 07, 10, 17, 24, 28, 31*
Augustus 07, 14, 18, 21, 28*
September 04, 08, 11*, 18, 25, 29
October 02*, 09, 16, 20, 23, 30*
November 06, 13, 20
December: 18
Data in bold= The tour is guaranteed to go ahead regardless of the number of participants; there is no minimum number of participants
*On this date, the tour will be conducted with a German-speaking tour leader. As a matter of course, the vast majority of travellers will be German-speaking.
Incl./excl. with this trip
Travel information
Number of participants:
Our comfort group safaris are run in small groups to offer the best possible and most flexible itinerary.
Small groups mean more time for the traveller, shorter waiting times and a cosy, personal atmosphere during the trip.
The average age on this tour is between 38-50 years, but ages range from 20 to 65+ years. The minimum age for children is 12 years provided they are accompanied by at least 1 adult. There is no upper age limit, but travellers aged 65+ are asked to complete a self-assessment “fitness” declaration.
Guaranteed departure from 4 people/maximum 12 participants.
Language
As the participants on the above trip come from different countries, English will be spoken by the guide during the trip (with the exception of the departure dates, which are indicated with a * during these travels, German is mainly spoken).
The trip is guided by 2 certified guides for optimal knowledge, information and individual attention.
Visa
For this trip you must be in possession of a valid Dutch passport which is still valid for at least 6 months after return from the trip.
No visa is required for South Africa and Botswana. A visa is required for Zimbabwe, which you can best apply for online in advance on the following website: www.evisa.gov.zw/
Also, there must be enough blank pages next to each other in the passport for the required stamps (count on at least 2 blank pages per country). If you hold a nationality other than Dutch, please check with the consulate of the countries concerned. AfrikaOnline does not arrange visas.
For more information about travelling to these countries, you can visit the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs www.nederlandwereldwijd.nl
Should you not have a valid passport and/or travel documents during the trip, the consequences will be at your own expense. If you are travelling with children under the age of 18 to or via South Africa, Zimbabwe or Botswana, you must be in possession of a copy of an unabridged birth certificate.
If you are travelling as a single parent or alone with a minor child, you must also be in possession of a consent form from the other parent or be able to present a statement of parental authority.
Please contact Afrika Online for more detailed information on this. (subject to change).
Highlights of the trip:
Kruger National Park – game drives, Zimbabwe ruins, Matobos Hills – game drive and walk, Hwange National Park – game drives, Victoria Falls – visit to Victoria Falls and adventure and activities,
Chobe National Park – sunset river cruise, Okavango Delta – 2-day mokoro excursion, Goo-Moremi Gorge – guided nature walk.
Naturally, during the trip, an effort will be made to visit villages and make contact with the local inhabitants.
Transport
Transport during the trip is by a special overland safari truck with 10/12 seats or, for departures from approx. 40%, by a safari minibus (Mercedes Sprinter), whilst for the game drives in Chobe, Hwange and Matobos, as well as for transfers in the Okavango, open-top 4×4 safari vehicles are used.
Comfortable travel and excellent for game drives.
Large sliding windows to ensure everyone has a good view. Roof rack and trailer for luggage and camping equipment.
Travel – Cancellation Insurance
Taking out travel insurance is mandatory. It is recommended to take out cancellation insurance.
AfrikaOnline is unfortunately unable to arrange insurance.
We kindly request that you provide us with the name of the insurer and the policy numbers of both insurances by email to AfrikaOnline as soon as possible and well before your departure.
Participation
From 12 years old, there is no maximum age for this trip. However, for every child under 18 years old, at least one adult must travel with them.
During the trip, walks will be made that require a certain level of stamina.
The walks are graded as easy to moderate and are always optional.
On all camping trips, participation is required in setting up the tent camp, preparing the meals and, of course, helping with the washing up.
Teamspirit is part of the fun of travelling in a group.
Overnight stays
Hotel 1 overnight stay in a hotel near Great Zimbabwe in a double room with bathroom, 2 overnight stays in a double room with bathroom at the PheZulu guest lodge in Victoria Falls,
1 overnight stay at Nata Lodge in a double room or safari tent with en-suite bathroom
Chalets 2 nights in the Punda Maria rest camp in Kruger National Park in simple chalets with a bathroom, 2 nights near Matobo National Park in simple chalets with an en-suite bathroom,
2 nights at the Miombo Safari Camp in double Tree houses or Chalets with bathroom, 1 night at the Island Safari Lodge in Maun in a double room with ensuite bathroom,
2 nights at the Thebe River Safari River Camp in Chobe, twin/double permanent safari tent with en-suite bathroom. 1 night at the Goo Moremi Resort in simple chalets with shared bathrooms (2 twin/double rooms sharing 1 bathroom).,
Wild camping: For 2 nights (in the Okavango Delta) wild camping will be done,
This means that you can stay overnight in magnificent locations, but there are no facilities. Everything that is needed is brought along. The camping equipment;
Spacious and comfortable dome tent measuring 2.2 x 2.2 x 1.5 metres which is easy to pitch and pack down. The tents have “built-in” mosquito nets and an en-suite chemical toilet. Shared “bucket shower” with hot water heated by the fire.
The tent has 2x camp beds with bed linen and there are comfortable camping chairs with backrests.
Meals:
During the trip, good and healthy meals are prepared using mostly local produce.
To give you an idea of what the meals will be like: breakfast will consist of cornflakes with milk, toast with jam, and a regular English breakfast with eggs and bacon, fruit juice, coffee, and tea.
Lunch will mostly consist of cheese, cold cuts, salads and bread (rolls) (picnic style). Dinner will be the most extensive, with regular BBQ, stir-fries and the typical South African Potjiekos (all-in-one pot dish, delicious!!!!) prepared over the campfire.
If there are special dietary requirements (due to vegetarian preference and/or allergies), please state them when booking the trip so that they can be taken into account in advance.
Coffee and tea will also be served during dinner. Other drinks are not included and must be purchased separately.
During this trip, 15 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 11 dinners are included in the tour price, of which 7 breakfasts and 3 dinners are provided by the hotels; the remaining meals are prepared by the guides around the campfire or in a boma.
During the trip, cooperation is requested with setting and clearing tables and washing up.
Medical conditions:
Anyone in good health may participate in this trip.
Luggage
Travel bag (due to limited space in the car, we recommend bringing luggage in a travel bag or backpack) with a maximum of 12 kg per person.
In addition, a small separate backpack or a handy bag for personal items.
Please bring your own (warm) sleeping bag, towel and small pillow (sleeping bags can be hired for approx. US$ 1 per day; please specify this when booking if required).
A hard suitcase cannot be taken in the truck.
Reservations
The agent reserves the right to amend a programme if the agent deems it necessary due to certain conditions, force majeure or unforeseen circumstances.
Should the vehicle break down, the agent will not be responsible for alternative accommodation other than camping, and there will be no compensation for flights or similar.
Agent requests a compensation form to be signed prior to departure for the trip.
AfrikaOnline – Tel: 070 401 4092
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