Safaris, Beaches and World Wonders
Dates: 28th September – 8th October
Countries: South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe
Join Janet’s Journeys on an 11-day trip through some epic Southern African countries! Let’s set off on a once-in-a-lifetime journey that will leave you in awe, and fulfil your craving for adventure!
We’ll have the opportunity to embark on a safari, travel through Botswana, Zimbabwe & witness the epic Victoria Falls (one of the 7 Wonders of the World). This is your opportunity to explore one of the most interesting and culturally diverse places on earth!
We are offering Cape Town as an optional add-on to this trip for €300, it is truly beautiful and worth the experience!
What’s Included
All domestic transport
Meals, as stated
All Accommodation
Airport pick up in Maun
Airport drop off in Victoria Falls
All activities, as stated
Excluded
Visa fees (around $30 – $50 per country, South Africa is free)
Meals that are not specified
Personal expenses
International Flights (including the flight to Botswana)
Travel Insurance
Tips for guides etc
Additional adventure activities
Accommodation
Throughout our stay in Africa, we will stay in a mixture of guesthouses and safari lodges. The full hotel list will be available once the 12 spaces are booked, and I assure you you’re gonna love every single place!
All rooms on all trips are shared, with 2 people in each room. We will partner you with an adventure buddy – an amazing way to make new friends! You’ll be moved around to pair up with a new friend every couple of nights.
Itinerary
OPTIONAL: Day 1 - Cape Town, South Africa
Welcome to Cape Town! This diverse metropolis is filled with epic sites and landscapes, and is the perfect first stop for our South Africa adventure!
Your transfer will meet you at the airport and bring you to the hotel.
We will chill out at the hotel, and once everyone arrives we will go to a local restaurant for sunset drinks and dinner.
Meals: Group dinner included
OPTIONAL: Day 2 - Cape Town
Our first full day in Cape Town involves a trip to Table Mountain & Robben Island!
First up, is Robben Island, a hotspot that holds a significant place in history spanning 400 years. Dubbed “The Island of Exiles,” it has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned. You might also spot some wildlife, like wandering Penguins!
Afterwards, we head to Table Mountain. We will get to see the epic panoramic views from the top of the mountain on the cableway carrying us to the summit.
Once at the top, we can explore the hiking trails that show off Table Mountain National Park’s landscapes.
We’ll finish the day watching the sunset in Camps Bay and having dinner next to the beach.
OPTIONAL: Day 3 - Cape Town
This morning we wake up and head out for an exciting day hitting Cape Point & Boulder’s Beach!
Heading 60kms outside of Cape Town, Cape Point is a spectacular sight with breathtaking bays, beaches, rolling green hills and valleys and is an absolute must-see!
After lunch, we’ll make our way to Boulder’s Beach, home to one of the largest breeding colonies of African penguins! Enjoy the beautiful views, and get up close and personal with the penguins!
In the late afternoon we’ll stop off at one of Cape Town’s famous wineries for some wine tatsing before sunset – the perefct end to our short South Africa adventure!
Tomorrow it’s on to our next country!
Day 4 - Maun, Botswana
After a group airport pick-up, we arrive in Maun and settle in and explore the town’s attractions.
This is mainly a travel day so you have some free time to relax by the hotel pool or enjoy what the town has to offer.
Maun is the starting point for most expeditions into the Okavango Delta and has developed into what is considered Botswana’s tourism capital. Area attractions include a renowned riverboat that offers cruises up and down the Thamalakane River.
You may also choose to visit the Nhabe Museum exhibiting the local history, art and culture of the Ngamiland region.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 - Khwai / Okavango Delta
The Khwai area of the Okavango Delta (in Botswana) lies along the northern boundary of the Moremi Game Reserve.
The Khwai area offers a similar wildlife experience as the Moremi Game Reserve with the added advantage of being a private concession, which means we can do walking safaris and night drives!
We won’t miss the opportunity to soak up beautiful views of the scenic landscape and spot an array of wildlife!
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 6 - Khwai / Okavango Delta
Today, we have an exciting day ahead.
Head out in the morning drive around the game reserve to see some wild animals!
We have an afternoon Mokoro excursion, which is a popular way to explore the Okavango by boat while on safari.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7 - Nata
After breakfast, we head from Maun to Nata. Along the way, we’ll check out the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, known for their unique landscapes – white sand, tall termite mounds, and Mokolwane palm trees. Nata is a birdwatcher’s dream with the Nata Sanctuary hosting flamingos and pelicans.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 8 - Kasane
Today, we head to Kasane!
Tucked away in the northeastern corner of Botswana, on the banks of the famous Chobe River, the scenic little town of Kasane rests on the doorstep of the spectacular Chobe National Park.
There are no boundary fences separating the village from the park, so animals such as elephants and hippos are often spotted roaming around the town – how exciting!
We have a boat cruise planned for sunset. The Chobe Boat Cruise is a wonderful way to experience the Chobe National Park, where we have the opportunity to see animals like elephants, antelopes, hippos, crocodiles and more, in their natural habitat!
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9 - Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Today is mostly a travel day as we make our way from Botswana across the border to Zimbabwe 🇿🇼. We’ll check into our beautiful hotel in the afternoon and have time to chill after a long day on the road.
The small town of Victoria Falls lies adjacent to the waterfalls, serves as a great base to explore the many attractions, and has a wide range of adrenaline-filled activities for all you adventure lovers!
Tomorrow is another jam packed day full of adventure so get yourself a good nights sleep.
Meals: Breakfast
(For lunch and dinner there’s lots of option available in Vic Falls town)
Day 10 - Victoria Falls
Get ready for an early morning visit to Victoria Falls, one of the 7 wonders of the world.
You’ll have some free time again today in case you want to sign up for another adrenaline activity such as a zipline or Bunjee jumping!
In the late afternoon we’ll takesunset cruise in the Zambezi river. Keep your eyes peeled for hippos. This will be one of the most amazing sunsets you’ve ever seen.
Meals: Breakfast and Farewell dinner!
Day 11 - Departure
Our African adventure sadly ends today, and once we finish breakfast, we will make our way to the airport for our international flights home.
However, it’s very easy to extend for a night of two should you wish to, and also easy to arrange a day trip to the Zambian side of the falls should you wish to tick another country off your bucket list!
Meals: Breakfast
Who’s leading the trip?
Janet WILL be leading this epic adventure, and she’s excited to show you some of her favourite places in Africa!
Want to join?
Fill out this interest form here
Once I email you back and confirm, you can pay the deposit to secure your spot.
If you have any questions, you can email janetsgrouptrips@gmail.com
NOTE: If you DON’T want to join the Cape Town part of the trip (3 nights) you can join us in Maun and the price is 2850 euro.
**ONLY 11 SPOTS AVAILABLE**
Terms and Conditions
Your deposit is non-refundable.
For the balance of your payment, I can refund you the full amount (minus your deposit) up to 8 weeks before the trip begins should you have an emergency/illness / need to cancel.
Anything closer than 8 weeks, I cannot refund you. I suggest you take out travel insurance that covers trip cancellations, that way should something happen like you get Covid, you will get a full payout from your insurance company.
Feel free to email me should you have any questions about payment methods, payments schedule etc.
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