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Southern Africa Encompassed: Bush Camps & Wildlife Spotting

15 days
Start and end in Johannesburg
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Overland Truck
Off-the-grid adventures with a rugged edge
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 22
Age range 18 to 39
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Highlights

  • Meet your group in Johannesburg
  • Camp under stars at Khama Rhino Sanctuary
  • Explore the Okavango Delta by mokoro
  • Experience Victoria Falls up close
  • Go on a full-day Kruger safari drive

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Johannesburg
  2. Day 2 Johannesburg/Serowe (1B, 1L, 1D)
  3. Day 3 Serowe/Maun (1B, 1L)
  4. Day 4 Maun/Okavango Delta (1B, 1L, 1D)
  5. Day 5 Okavango Delta/Gweta (1B, 1L, 1D)
  6. Day 6 Gweta/Kasane (1B, 1L)
  7. Day 7 Kasane/Victoria Falls (1B, 1L)
  8. Day 8 Victoria Falls
  9. Day 9 Victoria Falls/Matobo National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)
  10. Day 10 Matobo National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)
  11. Day 11 Matobo National Park/Tshipise (1B, 1L, 1D)
  12. Day 12 Tshipise/Kruger National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)
  13. Day 13 Kruger National Park/Greater Kruger Area (1B, 1L, 1D)
  14. Day 14 Greater Kruger Area/Johannesburg (1B, 1L)
  15. Day 15 Johannesburg (1B)
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  • Insurance
  • Optional
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Where You'll Stay

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.2
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.7
  • 4.7
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  • Southern Africa Encompassed: Bush Camps & Wildlife Spotting reviewer 1
    · May 2nd, 2024
    An amazing African trip ✈️🌎 one to Remember for a lifetime must must must Book!!!
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    Hi there Craig Thanks so much for tyhe five stars. That's great that you have some memories for a life time.
    Trip date: April 2024
  • RH
    · February 7th, 2024
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    Bei der Reise wurden die tollsten Ziele aus Botswana und Zimbabwe und Südafrika erreicht. An Natur und campingmöglichkwiten kaum zu übertreffen!! Dennoch sind die Fahrtzeiten logischerweise recht lang, es lohnt sich jedoch jeden Tag wieder! Ich habe so tolle Leute kennengelernt, einige fürs Leben. Meine Gruppe und die Guides waren hervorragend. Ich würde diese Reise jedem empfehlen.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Many thanks for the review Rieke. I am glad that you enjoyed your trip overall.
    Trip date: January 2024
  • Southern Africa Encompassed: Bush Camps & Wildlife Spotting reviewer 3
    · September 21st, 2023
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    Not for the spoiled but a real adventure and a lifetime experience. Big thanks to the CEOs JP, Eddy & Phil.
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    Hi Christian, Thanks for writing in!
    Trip date: August 2023
  • A
    · June 19th, 2022
    Highly recommendable, the tour staff are very friendly and ensure your safety and enjoyment at all times.
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    Trip date: April 2022
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  • A
    · June 6th, 2022
    I love G and cant wait to book my next tour
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    Trip date: May 2022
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  • A
    · September 6th, 2022
    Great way to visit these three countries with a variety of activities. It was the perfect way to achieve a lot in a short period of time and get local tips/info. I?m not the biggest group tour person but I know confidently that I would have never been able to facilitate this trip myself with the various and numerous activities. Specially the Delta was a top standout. I?d have loved to stay an extra night in that magical place with the local people that supported us.
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    Trip date: May 2022
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  • A
    · June 28th, 2022
    Excellent way to explore explore southern Africa. Some unforgettable memories at a reasonable price.
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    Trip date: May 2022
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  • A
    · June 6th, 2022
    Great time seeing lots of places in Southern Africa, although lots of driving. Great valu for money with most meals included ceos helped navigate area just after covid and were very clear on what to expect at each stop
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    Trip date: May 2022
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  • A
    · June 18th, 2022
    Incredible!
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    Trip date: May 2022
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  • A
    · July 6th, 2022
    It was an awesome trip with a great group that made me fall back in love with travelling again so thank you
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    Trip date: May 2022
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Southern Africa Encompassed: Bush Camps & Wildlife Spotting
From Johannesburg to Johannesburg

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    Maria

    Asked on March 17th, 2025

    Can I bring my 19-year-old son on the tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten March 2025

      This tour is specifically for 18 to 39 year-olds. We cannot offer a place for anyone above this age.

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    Gaël

    Asked on February 21st, 2025

    Can I still join the tour if I am very young at heart but just turned 40?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten February 2025

      Our 18-30s tours are designed for travellers between 18-39 years old to form interpersonal connections with people of similar age. We hold true to this age restriction to maintain the experience we promise.

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    Colleen

    Asked on February 1st, 2025

    Are there only couples, or single travellers? Is this tour better for a female solo traveler or the "real south africa (13 destination)" tour? I wanted to book yesterday, but waited for someone I can call, because I had some questions. Now the price is 200 euro more. Is there anything you can do, that I can book it with the old price?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten February 2025

      There are 15 confirmed, there's a mix of solo travellers and pairs. All travellers are born in the 90s and 00s.

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    Philip

    Asked on February 1st, 2025

    Please provide more information on the accommodations. Also how many passengers are booked onto this departure date and what is the general demographics on the tour. Are there any solo passengers?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten February 2025

      As this is an 18-39 tour, all travellers will be between those ages, generally born in the 90s and 00s, with a mix of male and female and solo travellers / pairs. Simple hotels (2 nts, single or twin-share), participation camping (11 nts), basic bush camp (1 nt). Camping in Africa is truly an adventure. You will be able to get off the beaten track to get a first-hand experience of the beautiful wilderness and nature.

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    Anita

    Asked on January 3rd, 2025

    Is that strictly enforced or can a 45-year-old book this trip?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      We do not provide any exceptions on the age requirements on this travel style. However, we offer many different travel styles, and most do not have any age requirements. At G Adventures, we strongly believe in putting the right travellers on the right trip - based on what they are looking to achieve. This ensures the best experience possible.

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    Alexander

    Asked on January 2nd, 2025

    Are airport pick up and drop offs included in this trip. What are the class of hotels. I am a solo traveler and so will I be getting private room and bath throughput the trip. Do US citizens need any visa for the countries you are going through

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      Airport Transfers are not included in the price of this trip, so you would need to make your own way from / to the airport. The first and last nights of this tour in Johannesburg will be spent in simple hotel accommodation - twin (same sex occupants) or double rooms or in a single room if MOR was requested. From day 2 onwards we will be camping in 2 person safari tents. Since you are a solo traveller you will be sharing with another solo traveller of the same gender on the tour. If you would prefer to add a single supplement, we can do so for an additional supplement.

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    Kathleen

    Asked on December 23rd, 2024

    I see your tours have an upper age limit. I am interested in the 2 week tour of S. africa and Botswana - capped at age 39. I am an incredibly healthy, energetic and curious 78 year old. How might I engage with one of your tours that is 'more vigorous' than those that most of my peers might prefer.

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten December 2024

      You would be looking at a tour like the Southern Africa Overland Safari which does not have an age limit and is similar to the Southern Africa Encompassed. Which willl still include 12 nights of camping.

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    James

    Asked on November 4th, 2024

    Are there available spaces for the Southern Africa safari during Christmas holiday period?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten November 2024

      We have one departure on 7th - 21st December with three spaces remaining. The next departure after that is 4th - 18th January.

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    Maurice

    Asked on October 27th, 2024

    Is there any specific dress code for the safari days?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten October 2024

      There is no strict dress code for safari, but it's advisable to wear neutral colors, and have sun protection and bug spray.

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    Gaël

    Asked on October 2nd, 2024

    Is a visa on arrival available for US citizens traveling to Zimbabwe?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten October 2024

      US nationals can acquire a Zimbabwe visa at the port of entry upon payment of the requisite fees.

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Tour ID: 36237

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  • Plugs & Adapters

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    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Botswana, South Africa and Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Botswana, South Africa and Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Botswana, South Africa and Zimbabwe. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Botswana, South Africa and Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Botswana and Zimbabwe. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Botswana, South Africa and Zimbabwe. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for South Africa and Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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