Enter a watery wonderland on this eight-day adventure through south-east Africa's iconic waterfalls, rivers and inland waterways. Marvel at the crashing white water of Victoria Falls, the unique, sprawling Okavango Delta, Chobe National Park's fertile elephant haven and the tranquillity of Khama Rhino Sanctuary. Pack a camera, because these lush pockets of wilderness are so amazing you'll hardly believe your eyes.

Day 1 Johannesburg:
Begin the journey in South Africa's commercial centre, a sprawling city of green parks and sparkling skyscrapers, gracious mansions and lively townships.

Day 2 Khama Rhino Sanctuary:
Witness the success of this inspirational conservation project. A dusk game drive may reveal white rhinos, wildebeest, zebras and giraffes. Visiting the sanctuary also benefits the local communities who worked hard to establish it.

Day 3 Maun:
Head north towards Maun, gateway to Botswana's famous delta.

Days 4-5 Okavango Delta:
Rising in Angola to soak into the Kalahari sands, this astonishing wetland is the only one of its kind. Explore its twisting network of lagoons and channels with a local guide in a mokoro, a traditional pole-propelled dugout canoe. Try to spot hippos lounging among the lilypads, elephants nudging aside papyrus reeds for a drink, crocodiles basking on the banks or startled birds rising from the foliage. Camp on a remote island deep in the wilderness and drift to sleep amid the delta's nocturnal sounds.

Day 6 Chobe National Park:
Famous for its elephants, Chobe also shelters lions, hippos and African fish eagles. Enjoy a relaxing water safari down the Chobe River in the golden afternoon - the best way to see these creatures at close quarters.

Days 7-8 Victoria Falls/Livingstone:
Perhaps take an optional dawn game drive before heading for Zambia. Cross the river by ferry to end the journey in Livingstone, gateway to Victoria Falls. This imposing sheet of white water crashes with such force that spray is visible from miles away.

Duration:
8 days

Tour Code:
UOO

Physical Rating:
3

Culture Shock Rating:
3

Accommodation:
Participatory camping (7 nts)

Transportation:
Overland truck, boat, ferry, mokoro (dugout canoe), walking

Trip Style:
Intrepid Overland

Group Size:
Maximum of 16 travellers per group

Departure:
Departure is guaranteed, subject to 4 people travelling

Budget:
Allow USD $80 for meals not included.

Trip Kitty:
A trip kitty of ZAR R2390 CASH per person will be required

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