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Ultimate African Safari: Kruger, Hwange, Chobe, & the Okavango Delta
Tour Description:
Picture this: cruising through Africa’s wild landscapes, scanning the horizon for the animals you’ve been dreaming of seeing since childhood. The sun casts a golden glow, the breeze rustles through the acacia trees, and the sounds of the bush create a rhythm all their own. On this epic 18-day journey through South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Botswana, that’s not just a dream — it’s your reality. Experience unforgettable safari drives in Kruger, Hwange, and Chobe National Parks, where lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards, and giraffes roam free. Then, glide through the tranquil Okavango Delta in a traditional mokoro canoe for a whole new perspective on the wild. With expert guides leading the way, this is the African adventure you’ve been waiting for.
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Dates & Pricing
| Saturday 29 Nov 25 — Tuesday 16 Dec 25 | Starting at $5,499 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 24 Jan 26 — Tuesday 10 Feb 26 | Starting at $5,749 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 07 Feb 26 — Tuesday 24 Feb 26 | Starting at $5,749 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 21 Feb 26 — Tuesday 10 Mar 26 | Starting at $5,749 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 28 Feb 26 — Tuesday 17 Mar 26 | Starting at $5,749 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 14 Mar 26 — Tuesday 31 Mar 26 | Starting at $5,499 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 04 Apr 26 — Tuesday 21 Apr 26 | Starting at $5,499 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
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| Saturday 11 Jul 26 — Tuesday 28 Jul 26 | Starting at $5,999 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
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| Saturday 01 Aug 26 — Tuesday 18 Aug 26 | Starting at $5,999 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 15 Aug 26 — Tuesday 01 Sep 26 | Starting at $5,999 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
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| Saturday 12 Sep 26 — Tuesday 29 Sep 26 | Starting at $5,749 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
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| Saturday 28 Nov 26 — Tuesday 15 Dec 26 | Starting at $5,499 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 26 Dec 26 — Tuesday 12 Jan 27 | Starting at $5,499 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
Destination & Sightseeing
ITINERARY
ITINERARYJohannesburg
Arrive at any time. After an early evening welcome meeting, enjoy an included Braai dinner to get our first taste of South African fare.
Johannesburg/Greater Kruger Area
Depart Johannesburg early to get a jump start on today's long drive. An included lunch along the way will break up the drive and give you a chance to stretch your legs. Arrive to your lodge accommodations in the late afternoon, just in time to freshen up for dinner with the group.
Greater Kruger Area
Wake up bright and early today for an included bush walk. Take this opportunity to get up close and personal with the incredible nature that surrounds you. Enjoy a picnic lunch after the walk and then a few hours of well earned rest back at the lodge. In the later afternoon set off on a safari drive to the wildlife in Kruger National Park.
Kruger National Park Area
Enjoy an early start this morning to enter the park and enjoy the full-day safari drive through Kruger in search of the Big Five. After an exciting day out in the wild, arrive late afternoon to your lodge and enjoy some local fare during dinner this evening.
Kruger National Park Area
Another full day in Kruger awaits. Hop into a 4x4 to enjoy a more intimate wildlife safari drive, one offering a fresh perspective of the scenery and animals around you. Finish the day with a delicious dinner with your fellow travelers.
Kruger National Park Area
Spend a free day in the area and choose which optional activities are best for you. Possible options include a morning or afternoon safari drive in Kruger National Park, or a full-day tour along the Panorama Route to set those photography skills to the test. The route offers unbelievable views at every turn and traverses the Great Escarpment via thrilling mountain passes.
Kruger/Johannesburg
After breakfast at the lodge, witness first-hand the large role conservation plays in Kruger and the surrounding areas on an educational visit to The Jane Goodall Institute Chimpanzee Eden, commonly referred to as Chimp Eden. This animal sanctuary for rescued chimpanzees is located in the Umhloti Nature Reserve and a tour here is the perfect way to celebrate a visit to South Africa. Arrive to the lively city of Johannesburg in the early evening and enjoy a group dinner at the hotel.
Johannesburg/Victoria Falls
Leave South Africa behind today and head to the epic wildlife and scenery of Zimbabwe. After breakfast the group will travel to the airport in Johannesburg and catch a flight to Victoria Falls. Upon arrival, there will be free time to get settled and relax before an included group dinner hosted by the Lusumpuko Women’s Club, a G Adventures-supported initiative.
Victoria Falls
It’s time for a free day of exploration in Victoria Falls, home to the world’s largest sheet of falling water, and considered one of the Seven Natural Wonders. There are many activities to choose from like white water rafting, bungee jumping, the Bamba tram, or you can prebook the Victoria Falls helicopter ride. Come back together with the group in the evening for the Simunye Theatrical Show for a captivating performance and where dinner will be served.
Victoria Falls/Hwange National Park
Travel to Hwange National Park today with a stop along the way to the Painted Dog Rehabilitation and Conservation Centre for a tour of the facilities. Learn about their efforts to save wild dogs in the area and reintroduce them to the wild. Then, continue on to your lodge stay where there will be free time to enjoy the property’s amenities or choose to join an optional afternoon or night safari drive into the national park.
Hwange National Park
This morning the group will set out early for a safari drive through Hwange National Park. The park boasts over 100 mammal and 400 bird species, and houses all of Zimbabwe’s specially protected wildlife. Return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast and spend the remainder of the afternoon exploring on your own. Choose between enjoying the lodge’s amenities or perhaps another afternoon safari drive into the park.
Hwange NP to Chobe NP via Kasane
Leave Hwange National Park this morning and transfer to Victoria Falls where you’ll be able to grab a quick lunch on your own before crossing the border into Botswana. Arrive at the lodge near Chobe National Park in the afternoon. There will then be free time to get settled and relax. Or you could choose to join the optional Chobe River Sunset Cruise for a taste of what’s to come on this next leg of your adventure.
Chobe National Park
Savour breakfast at the lodge before a morning safari drive through the wild landscape of Chobe National Park, home to the largest concentration of elephants in Africa and boasting some herds numbering in the hundreds. Other animals you may see while on safari here are lions, leopards, hippos, gazelles, and large herds of buffalo. Return to the lodge for lunch on your own before a free afternoon for optional activities in the area. Choose to prebook the Four Corners of Africa River cruise for a unique experience in the water where four countries meet. Dinner is included at the lodge this evening.
Chobe NP to Nata via Kasane
Travel to Nata after breakfast and arrive in the early afternoon. Then, take advantage of free time to explore on your own and perhaps choose to go on the Makgadikgadi Pans Sundowner Safari Drive. This safari experience takes you into Botswana’s salt pans to enjoy the dramatic landscape, spot wildlife, and witness a colourful sunset weather depending. Dinner is included back at the lodge in the evening.
Nata
Start the day early with a guided bush walk where you’ll learn about the fascinating uses of native plants and how to identify different kinds of animal tracks. Being on foot is a unique way to smell, hear, and experience the essence of the bush. Return to the lodge for breakfast. Spend the remainder of the day free in this incredible area that offers a fascinating contrast between a lush oasis and surrounding arid plain. Choose between a safari drive through the landscape, or simply spend the afternoon relaxing and exploring the lodge’s surroundings. Dinner will be included tonight.
Nata/Maun
Travel to Maun today and arrive at the lodge around lunchtime. Maun is considered the primary gateway to the Okavango Delta, one of Africa’s most remarkable natural wonders. Upon arrival there will be free time to get settled and then you can choose to experience a scenic helicopter ride through the Delta. Dinner at the lodge is included tonight.
Okavango Delta Day Excursion
After breakfast at the lodge in Maun the group will enjoy a day excursion into the Okavango Delta. This special place is the world’s largest inland delta, creating a unique ecosystem with lush wetlands and islands amid the Kalahari Desert. Search for epic wildlife like elephants, lions, cheetahs, hippos, and a vast array of birds. Enjoy a traditional mokoro ride along the waterways, and soak up the landscapes and animals that can be found in this premier African safari destination. Tonight, return to the hotel in Maun for a relaxing evening and included dinner.
Maun
Depart at any time.
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
