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24 days Capricorn Adventure

Day 1:   Johannesburg - Botswana Border

We depart at 06h30 from our hotel in Johannesburg and travel north, setting up camp near the Botswana border. (All meals).

Day 2:   Makgadikgadi Pans - Botswana

Travelling via Francistown the night is spent at Nata. We visit Makgadikgadi Pans for a truly unforgettable sunset over what remains of an ancient 6500km2 lake. (All meals).

Day 3:   Chobe River - Kasane

Camp is set up on the banks of the Chobe River, an area famous for its beautiful scenery, magnificent sunsets and abundance of wildlife and birdlife. We enjoy a game viewing sunset cruise on the Chobe River. (All meals).

Day 4/5:   Victoria Falls/Livingstone "Mosi-Oa-Tunya" - The Smoke That Thunders

We travel across the Zambian border to Livingstone from where we view Victoria Falls - without doubt one of the greatest and most spectacular sights in Africa. Days are spent at leisure to browse the local markets, to experience the many optional activities on offer in the adrenalin capital of Africa including white water rafting, bungie jumping, microlighting/ airplane or helicopter over the Falls, rhino walks, elephant back safaris etc. and to visit the Falls (own expense). (All meals excluding 1 dinner).

Day 6:   Lower Zambezi - Zambia

Travelling through southern Zambia we set up camp on the banks of the Zambezi River at Kiambi Camp, and enjoy the sunset from the deck overlooking the river. (All meals).

Day 7/8:   Zambezi Canoeing

We board our canoes for a 2-day excursion on the Zambezi River. Whilst paddling downstream with the gentle current of the river, we relax and enjoy the profound sense of peace, tranquillity and abundant wildlife and birdlife. (All meals).

Day 9:   Luangwa River

Continuing through Zambia via the capital city of Lusaka our camp is installed near the Luangwa River. (All meals).

Day 10/11:   South Luangwa National Park

The ecologically unspoilt South Luangwa National Park is undoubtedly one of the finest wildlife sanctuaries in Africa. We enjoy watching the wildlife come to drink at the river in front of our camp and an early morning game drive in the 9050km2 park, which is home to numerous predators and species of antelope. The birdlife is a birdwatcher’s delight. During the rainy season (December to March) the Park may become inaccessible. Optional night game drive (own expense). (All meals).

Day 12/13:   Lake Malawi

The lake, with its crystal clear waters, sandy beaches and beautiful bays, is surrounded by high rugged peaks and mountains. We set up camp on the lakeshore, swim, suntan and relax for two days. (All meals).

Day 14/15:   Mount Mulanje - Malawi

An early start takes us to Mount Mulanje, which is one of the most impressive sights in Malawi. Unique forests of Mulanje cedar cover the slopes. We hike into the mountain and return to our base camp in the late afternoon. (All meals).

Day 16   Chicamba Area - Mozambique

Entering Moçambique we cross the Zambezi River at Tete and enter the scenic eastern highland mountains with their many scattered traditional African villages. The evening is spent around the campfire enjoying the solitude of our bush camp. (All meals).

Day 17/18   Vilanculos

We set up camp overlooking the azure waters of the Mozambique coast. Days are spent at leisure swimming, simply relaxing on the beach or enjoying one of the optional activities including snorkelling and diving (own expense). In the evenings we sample the local seafood cooked over an open fire. (All meals).

Day 19/20   Morrongulu

Crossing the Tropic of Capricorn we travel south to Morrongulu. Our delightful campsite under the coconut palms near the wide deserted beaches, allows us to swim during the day in the warm blue waters of the Indian Ocean. From here it is possible to enjoy deep-sea fishing and scuba diving or snorkelling the colourful reefs off the coastline (own expense). (All meals).

Day 21   Casa Lisa

The colourful and vibrant local markets, the social and economic hub of life in the towns and villages, provide the visitor with an insight into the richness of the local culture. Our camp at Casa Lisa is situated north of Maputo. (All meals).

Day 22/23   Kruger National Park South Africa

Returning to South Africa we enter the famous wildlife sanctuary of the Kruger National Park, one of the oldest game reserves in Africa. Our time is spent on early morning and late afternoon game drives observing numerous species of animals and birds and relaxing in camp during midday. Optional night game drive (own expense). (All meals).

Day 24   Johannesburg

After an early morning game drive we leave Kruger Park and return to our hotel in Johannesburg at ±1600h. (Breakfast and lunch).

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