Kruger Victoria Falls Zanzibar Accommodated

The Kruger Victoria Falls Zanzibar Accommodated tour starts in Johannesburg and ends in Dar es Salaam. The Kruger Victoria Falls Zanzibar Accommodated is an Explorer tour that takes 23 days taking you from Johannesburg to Dar es Salaam and through other destinations in Africa. 

Start off with an adventure that will take you through a variety of destinations and let you immerse yourself in the local culture.

The Kruger Victoria Falls Zanzibar Accommodated tour starts off in Johannesburg, South Africa and ends in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Along the way, youll explore Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Malawi as well. From wildlife safaris, to beaches, to rainforests, this trip has it all. Youll spot some big game animals in Kruger National Park, take a boat ride across the formidable Victoria Falls, laze by the ocean on Kande Beach, and more.

If you want an immersive and holistic experience of Africa, this is the best trip for you. Whether youre traveling alone, or with friends, or family- this is a trip where you wont experience a single moment of boredom.

Location

Day 1: Johannesburg to Hazyview

From Johannesburg, we travel through the breathtaking panoramic region of Mpumalanga to Hazyview a small town on the outskirts of the Kruger National Park. Fences between the National Park and surrounding private reserves were removed several years ago to form the Greater Kruger, an area of some 24000 sq km.After settling into our accommodation, we experience the culture of the Shangaan as they teach us their traditions around an open fire through song and dance.

Day 2: Kruger National Park

Rising early, we board our open 4x4 safari vehicles and make our way to the park gates. Kruger has incredibly diverse fauna and flora from the dwarf mongoose to the famed Big Five, almost every major African mammal 148 species is present. There is also prolific birdlife over 505 species and over 330 varieties of trees. We game drive in the morning and late afternoon, pausing in the heat of the day in one of the parks resorts. In the late afternoon, we return to our accommodation and enjoy the evening around the fire reminiscing about the days sightings.

Day 3: Hazyview to Tshipise

Leaving the Greater Kruger we travel north through South Africas bushveld to Tshipise, a town situated in the northern Limpopo province. Our accommodation is next to the Honnet Nature Reserve and offers a variety of hot springs to enjoy.

Day 4: Tshipise to Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

Moving on, we make our way across the border to Zimbabwe and the city of Bulawayo, a pleasant city with broad tree-lined avenues and bustling markets. Our accommodation for the evening is in the Matobos Area, a natural heritage site where we prepare for our next days adventure.

Day 5: Matobo National Park

Matobo National Park is located a short distance outside Bulawayo and knowledgeable guides will collect us in the morning and drive us into the park educating us along the way about the history, flora and fauna of the area. The reserve itself has the largest concentration of Black and White Rhino in Africa and, provided conditions are right, our guides will lead us on foot to some of the more concealed places in search of these magnificent animals.After our days exploration, we return back to Bulawayo to overnight. If time allows on your return, explore the town and the many restaurants and markets.

Day 6: Bulawayo to Livingstone, Zambia

We journey north today passing through the town of Victoria Falls before crossing the border into Zambia and the town of Livingstone. Situated on the banks of the Zambezi River, our accommodation at the Waterfront has a restaurant and small deck/terrace overlooking the river, and is a base and booking point for the numerous optional activities available in the area. A visit to the Mosi Oa Tunya National Park is included in your tour and your crew will advise on what day this will be done generally on day 9 At over a mile wide and some 100 metres deep the Falls at high water form the largest curtain of falling water in the world with spray visible from 20 kilometres away hence the local name Mosi Oa Tunya, or smoke that thunders.

Day 7-8: Livingstone

Enjoy your time over the next two days at leisure in Livingstone participating on the many optional activities, explore the vibrant town and markets or simply relax by the poolside at the Waterfront overlooking the mighty Zambezi River. Some of the most popular activities include bungy jumping, abseiling, game walk, gorge swing, sunset cruise and white water rafting.

Day 9: Livingstone to Lusaka

This morning we visit the Victoria Falls themselves. With camera in hand, we view the mighty falls as it spans at over a mile wide and some 100 metres deep. At high water February - July, it forms the largest curtain of falling water in the world.We leave Livingstone and head through the lush country and small villages to Lusaka, Zambias capital. Lusaka is Southern Africas fastest growing city with approx 1.7 million people and is located on the southern plateau. Our accommodation for the night is set in a tranquil farm setting just outside of the city.

Day 10: Lusaka to South Luangwa National Park

Leaving the capital Lusaka, we head to the South Luangwa National Park. At 20,000 sq miles in area with a 500 mile 9059 sq km long Luangwa River flowing through the park, it is known to be one of the greatest wildlife sanctuaries in the world! The park is home to over 400 bird species and 60 different animal species. On arrival, we settle into our accommodation and enjoy the afternoon at leisure to explore or partake in an optional activity.

Day 11: South Luangwa National Park

After a relaxing morning, we board our open safari vehicle this afternoon for a game drive with a local ranger along the rivers edge to see the abundance of animal and birdlife inhabiting the area. Your tour includes one guided game drive during our stay. Additional walks and drives can be booked on arrival.

Day 12: South Luangwa National Park to Kande Beach, Malawi

Leaving Zambia behind, we cross the border into Malawi, a landlocked country in southeastern Africa. Lake Malawi formerly Lake Nyasa, covers almost a fifth of the countrys area and provides the source of livelihood for many of the Malawian people. Our first stop on the lake is at Kande Beach where we will spend the next two nights. Visit a village and interact with the locals and join in on the many fun optional activities including fresh water scuba diving, snorkelling and horse riding.

Day 13:

Today youll have some free time to try some of the many optional activities, meet the local people of Malawi, generally known as among the friendliest in Africa or simply relax and enjoy the warm fresh waters of Lake Malawi.

Day 14: Kande Beach to Chitimba Beach

Moving on, we travel through dense rubber plantation forests flourishing in this mountainous country to Malawis third largest town Mzuzu. We stop for supplies at the local markets before heading to the Northern shores of the Lake and our accommodation at Chitimba Camp. Time here is at your own pace. Meet the locals as they tend to their day to day fishing duties, laze on the beach, shop at the local wooden markets and explore the area.

Day 15:

Today you can relax on the beach, visit the local village or take on the full day trip to Machewe Falls, where after an 11km hike you can cool off in a natural pools.The views from here are impressive and well worth the effort of the hike. For those staying back at the camp, there is a local craft market where you can enjoy learning the ins and outs of the game of Bao, haggle for authentic Malawian crafts or enjoy a relaxing day admiring the shimmering waters on the beach.

Day 16: Chitimba Beach to Iringa, Tanzania

Saying our farewells to the lake, we journey north crossing the border into Tanzania. Travelling on, we ascend the mountainous Southern Highlands to the Kisolanza Farmhouse. Rising at an altitude of 1600m, this sustainable farm provides organic meat and vegetables to the local markets and has been home to the Ghaui family for over 70 years.

Day 17: Iringa to Mikumi National Park area

We travel east on this day towards Mikumi National Park. Home to plentiful wildlife such as Lion, Elephant, Buffalo and Leopard. Upon reaching the accommodation you may have time for an afternoon optional game drive or simply relax at the lodges swimming pool and restaurant/bar before enjoying an open-air fire to end the day.

Day Iringa to Dar es Salaam: 18

We continue towards the port city of Dar es Salaam Haven of Peace, the gateway to Zanzibar and the remaining Archipelago Islands. This route runs through the Mikumi National Park and we may, spot elephant, numerous species of antelope or giraffe feeding near the side of the road. Dar is Tanzanias hub of commerce and industry a humid and bustling seaport city of colourful markets and Arab-influenced architecture. Our accommodation here is nestled on a picturesque beach south of the city centre, and its here we prepare for our trip to Zanzibar.

Day 19: Zanzibar

Exotic Zanzibar invokes images of palm fringed beaches, Arabic architecture, spices, winding cobbled alleys and lush tropical forests. You will find all of these here and more. We make the ferry crossing this morning from the port of Dar es Salaam to the island of Zanzibar and the capital, Stone Town. Its here we spend our first evening at leisure exploring the ancient mazelike alleyways, Arabic mosques, Sultan palaces and its rich history that makes this interesting city worth visiting.

Day 20-22: Zanzibar

This morning we transfer to the northern beaches via quaint villages and lush spice plantations and if you wish, participate on an optional guided tour of the spice plantations and sample some of the local produce and teas. After settling into your accommodation, the next three days is yours at leisure to relax on the sun-kissed beaches, take an optional diving trip to the rich colourful reefs, grab a snorkel and goggles to explore these from above, sample the local cuisine, sail on a traditional Dhow and round the days off chilling to the tunes from the nearby beach bars.

Day 23: Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam

Retracing our footsteps back to Stone Town, we have the morning to do any last minute shopping or enjoy one last swim before catching the ferry back to the African mainland to Dar es Salaam and onwards to our accommodation on the coast where our tour ends.