12-Nights South Africa & Zambia President’s Pick – Mfubu’s Bridge — CALL
Big Five Tours & Expeditions
OFFER ID 1598136
Venture on an unforgettable 12 Day African adventure with this itinerary:
Begin in the semi-desert landscapes of South Africa’s Northern Cape, exploring diverse national parks and indulging in unique activities at Tswalu. Continue to the Greater Kruger National Park for exhilarating game drives and thrilling encounters with its wildlife, and a chance to spot Africa’s Big 5.
Conclude your journey in Livingstone, Zambia, marveling at the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls and enjoying a luxurious stay at Royal Chundu River Lodge. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Lower Zambezi National Park at Sausage Tree Camp, where exceptional game viewing experiences await.
A VIP assistance upon arrival in Johannesburg sets the tone for a luxurious travel experience.
- Experience cruising along the Zambezi River at sunset, with the hippos and crocs serving as spectators to your passage, creating a truly majestic and unforgettable encounter with the African wildlife of Victoria Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Checking off your bucket list has never been so exciting; set off by going on an adventure of white-water rafting and bungee jumping in Livingstone, offering exhilarating thrills and unforgettable memories for the adventurous traveler
- Immerse yourself in the real Africa at the Greater Kruger National Park, where you can witness the Big Five and experience the thrill of night drives and off-road, creating unforgettable safari moments
- Embark on thrilling adventures through South Africa’s diverse national parks, encountering breathtaking landscapes, abundant wildlife, and unique flora while challenging yourself with adrenaline-pumping activities like hiking, mountain biking, and 4×4 exploration
- Indulge in a private wilderness experience at Loapi Tented Camp, with luxurious safari homes tucked into the serene savannah grasslands, providing complete privacy and personalized service, along with activities like exploring ancient archaeological sites, captivating adventures, tracking desert-adapted Black Rhino, horseback safaris, and bonding with the meerkat colony, all while surrounded by the Kalahari’s unique wildlife and breathtaking panoramas
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Featured Destinations
Lusaka
The main reason to visit Lusaka is to change planes or begin a trip to Livingstone or one of the game parks. The capital and largest city, Lusaka is not particularly attractive and has few sights to see: Plan to spend no more than a day there. The central city is compact. Built for colonial administrators in the 1940s, today it is woefully inadequate to serve its present population. (Services and facilities can't keep up with demand—there are occasional water and electricity shortages—and unemployment and crime rates are increasing.)
Spend your time in Lusaka at Lumburma Market and the outdoor Cultural Center, where about a dozen artisans carve wooden souvenirs and sell them. If time permits, see the National Assembly building, drive through the university area, visit the Anglican cathedral (patterned after the one in Coventry, England), the State House and the Munda Wanga Botanic and Zoological Gardens (plants, birds and a few wild animals). 220 mi/350 km northeast of Livingstone.
Lower Zambezi National Park
Zambia’s most picturesque park lies on the north bank of the Zambezi River. The Lower Zambezi National Park was declared a national park in 1983 protecting its wildlife from mass tourism and private game. It now stands as a world heritage site and although remote, the park has fashioned to restore and maintain its pristine wilderness while protecting its most exotic animals.
Livingstone
Livingstone is less than 10 miles from beautiful Victoria Falls and is a delightful old colonial town named after the explorer David Livingstone. As Zambian tourism increases, more people are staying in Livingstone and new enterprises seem to be springing up. There are also many lovely lodges on the banks of the Zambezi.
Kruger National Park
This enormous and magnificent park is one of the most popular public game parks in the world. Its density of permanent game is unrivalled with hundreds of different species; 507 birds, 336 trees, 147 mammals, 114 reptiles, 49 fish and 34 amphibians! Sighting the "Big Five" has become a quest for many people on safari, and Kruger National Park has more than its fare share of these, with an estimated 1,800 lion, 9,125 elephant, 25,000 buffalo, unknown number of leopards and 2,300 black and white rhino. These animals became the 'Big Five' because they are the five most dangerous animals to hunt - when injured they attack! There are plenty of other fascinating animals and birds in the African bush.
Sabi Sands
Sabi Sands is located in the south western region of the Greater Kruger National Park. The game reserve is home to lions, leopards, rhinos, buffalo and elephants. You will find plenty of accommodations, safari tours and restaurants.
Johannesburg
Johannesburg's contrasts are some of the most extreme in the world; poverty-stricken and overcrowded Alexandra is surrounded by some of the richest suburbs in South Africa, and downtown hundreds of homeless struggle to survive around the Stock Exchange. The contrast between suburb and township is mirrored nationwide, but is more extreme here because of the intense wealth of many of the suburbs, and the sheer size of the townships and their satellite squatter camps. Yet the city as a whole continues to suck in people and skills from all over the country, making it the financial, commercial and cultural powerhouse of South Africa.
Vacation Details
Valid Date Ranges
12/27/2024 -
12/31/2025
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* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.
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