About this trip
Nine days through Zimbabwe and South Africa in search of lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants and buffalo, taking in three of the region's best-known wildlife areas: Hwange, Kruger and Matobo National Parks.
This is an overland trip, travelling in a purpose-built truck with the group, camping most nights and pitching your own tent. Some stops are remote with no facilities, and the trucks have no air conditioning, just sliding windows for the breeze and the view.
Beyond the parks, you'll spend time in a traditional Limpopo village, visit the Black Mambas anti-poaching unit, and pass through Pretoria. Expect long drive days and early starts, with the journey itself as much a part of the experience as the destinations.
What you'll do
- Track lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants and buffalo in Hwange and Kruger National Parks
- Look for rhinos and ancient rock art in Matobo National Park
- Spend time in a traditional village in the Limpopo province
- Visit the headquarters of the Black Mambas anti-poaching unit
- See Pretoria, South Africa's capital
- Overland trip — you camp most nights and set up your own tent, sometimes with no facilities
- Trucks have no air conditioning, just sliding windows
- Expect early starts and long drive days, with travel times that can shift due to weather or road conditions
Worth it if you want knowledgeable guides and dramatic scenery across two countries. Think twice if you dislike long driving days, need luxury accommodation, or join mid-tour.
- Guides consistently praised as knowledgeable and excellent; strong staff across the board.
- Long vehicle days limit actual time to experience destinations; heavy driving schedule felt rushed.
- Joining an established group at day five puts newcomers at a disadvantage; some felt less integrated by guides.
- Marketing and itinerary descriptions don't always match reality; check specifics on activity balance before booking.
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Departing in Sep is cheapest — from £1,045, about 38% below the priciest month (Jul).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Victoria Falls · 14 Sept – 15 Sept
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