Would you be able to pair me up with another single traveler?

This trip operates based on 4 to 24 people. On the 13th December 2025 date we don't currently have anyone booked, therefore the trip will likely not be running. We can help with the date from the 20th of Dec 2025 to the 8th of Jan 2026: Accommodated - US$ 5190 plus mandatory single supplement of US$605, Camping - US$3495 and an optional single supplement of US$255. Would this date be of interest to you?

Your tour map shows you going to Zambia at the end, but there is not mention of it in the itinerary. Can you please explain this?

We will see how we can edit the map pins so it shows that the trip ends in Victoria Falls on the Zimbabwe side, not the Zambia side.

What are the booking payment options?

Booking payments can typically be made via major credit cards, bank transfers, or other designated platforms as specified by the tour provider.

What is the cost for fully accommodated tour?

The accommodated price for the 5th of Jul 2025 to the 24th of Jul 2025 is priced at A$8405.00 per person sharing, 2 per room. Included: 19 night's accommodation in hotels/lodges/guesthouses/camps, All transport on a fully equipped 25-seat expedition vehicle, All 'included highlights' as mentioned in the itinerary, 2 truck crew (driver/guide plus assistant/cook), Local guides for sightseeing tours and activities as per the itinerary, Meals as indicated in the itinerary.

What is included and excluded in the tour price?

The tour price typically includes all accommodations, transport, and most meals as per the itinerary, already planned out. Flights, visa fees, and personal expenses are excluded.

What are the transportation options during the tour?

The transport options throughout the tour include a fully equipped expedition vehicle, applicable to all activities as mentioned in the itinerary.

How can I upgrade accommodations during the tour?

You can upgrade your accommodations on certain nights subject to room availability at that location when you arrive.

How does the group size affect the tour experience?

The group size can affect various logistics of the tour, such as accommodations, provided transportation, and the overall tour experience.

Would I be able to get a final price for the tour?

The pricing is as below: Camping price discounted to US$3050.00 and an optional single supplement of US$170.00. Accommodated price discounted to US$4240.00 and a mandatory single supplement of US$550.00

Can the tour dates be adjusted?

Tour dates are fixed to manage accommodations, itineraries, and other logistical elements. It is crucial to sign up for available specific dates.

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The Grand Southern Safari (23 destinations)

20 days

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From Cape Town to Victoria Falls

4.5

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It was absolutely FANTASTIC! It was very well organized & I can't say anything but great things about it.
Kim, traveled in July
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Gold Operator: Encounters Travel
Overland Truck: Off-the-grid adventures with a rugged edge
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
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 4 - 20
Ages 10+

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Highlights

Cape Town, Orange River, Cederberg Region, Fish River Canyon, Giants Playground, Sesriem Canyon, Namib Desert, Dune 45, Swakopmund, Brandbert rock art, Etosha National Park, Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve, Savuti Game Reserve, Chobe National Park,

Itinerary

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Introduction

Day 1 Cape Town to the Cederberg
Day 2 Namaqualand to the Gariep River
Day 3 Namibia: Gariep (Orange River) to the Fish River Canyon
Day 4 Quiver Tree Forest, Giants Playground, Namib-Naukluft National Park
Day 5 Namib-Naukluft National Park
Day 6 Sossusvlei Dunes - Namib-Naukluft National Park
Day 7 Swakopmund
Day 8 Swakopmund
Day 9 Swakopmund to Brandberg
Day 10 Brandberg to Etosha National Park
Day 11 Etosha
Day 12 Full-DAY Safari in Etosha
Day 13 Etosha to Divundu
Day 14 Divundu to Maun
Day 15 Okavango - Khwai Conservation Area
Day 16 Moremi Game Reserve Area
Day 17 Khwai to Nata
Day 18 Chobe National Park
Day 19 Victoria Falls
Day 20 Victoria Falls

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Operated by

Encounters Travel

4.5

(905 reviews)

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Age Range

5 to 99 years old

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Response rate

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Customer Reviews

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Itinerary
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Excellent
4.5
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4.0
Accommodation
Excellent
4.5
Food
Excellent
4.5
Tour Operator
Encounters Travel
4.5

Kim
· July 16th, 2025
It was awhile ago that I took this tour but it...
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Trip date: June 2018
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Henry Charles
· May 16th, 2018
The itenerary was not always followed. The...
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Encounters Travel commented on this review
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear about the issues you encountered with the itinerary and accommodations. We understand how disappointing it can be when the planned schedule isn’t followed, especially with the long travel times... Show more
Trip date: April 2018

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Irene
Asked on September 22nd, 2025
Would you be able to pair me up with another single traveler?
Group size
Single supplement
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written September 2025
  This trip operates based on 4 to 24 people. On the 13th December 2025 date we don't currently have anyone booked, therefore the trip will likely not be running. We can help with the date from the 20th of Dec 2025 to the 8th of Jan 2026: Accommodated - US$ 5190 plus mandatory single supplement of US$605, Camping - US$3495 and an optional single supplement of US$255. Would this date be of interest to you?
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Leah
Asked on August 12th, 2025
Your tour map shows you going to Zambia at the end, but there is not mention of it in the itinerary. Can you please explain this?
Tour Details
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written August 2025
  We will see how we can edit the map pins so it shows that the trip ends in Victoria Falls on the Zimbabwe side, not the Zambia side.
J
Joanna
Asked on February 2nd, 2025
What are the booking payment options?
Payments
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written February 2025
  Booking payments can typically be made via major credit cards, bank transfers, or other designated platforms as specified by the tour provider.
J
Joyce
Asked on January 6th, 2025
What is the cost for fully accommodated tour?
Price / Availability
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  The accommodated price for the 5th of Jul 2025 to the 24th of Jul 2025 is priced at A$8405.00 per person sharing, 2 per room. Included: 19 night's accommodation in hotels/lodges/guesthouses/camps, All transport on a fully equipped 25-seat expedition vehicle, All 'included highlights' as mentioned in the itinerary, 2 truck crew (driver/guide plus assistant/cook), Local guides for sightseeing tours and activities as per the itinerary, Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
M
Mélanie
Asked on January 3rd, 2025
What is included and excluded in the tour price?
Price / Availability
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  The tour price typically includes all accommodations, transport, and most meals as per the itinerary, already planned out. Flights, visa fees, and personal expenses are excluded.
D
Diego
Asked on December 4th, 2024
What are the transportation options during the tour?
Transport
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written December 2024
  The transport options throughout the tour include a fully equipped expedition vehicle, applicable to all activities as mentioned in the itinerary.
B
Birgit
Asked on November 6th, 2024
How can I upgrade accommodations during the tour?
Accommodation
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written November 2024
  You can upgrade your accommodations on certain nights subject to room availability at that location when you arrive.
J
Joy
Asked on August 28th, 2024
How does the group size affect the tour experience?
Group size
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written August 2024
  The group size can affect various logistics of the tour, such as accommodations, provided transportation, and the overall tour experience.
C
Carla
Asked on August 14th, 2024
Would I be able to get a final price for the tour?
Price / Availability
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written August 2024
  The pricing is as below: Camping price discounted to US$3050.00 and an optional single supplement of US$170.00. Accommodated price discounted to US$4240.00 and a mandatory single supplement of US$550.00
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written August 2024
  We can assist with both the accommodated and camping option. All the accommodations are still available.
D
Deborah
Asked on July 28th, 2024
Can the tour dates be adjusted?
Tour Details
- Encounters TravelOperator•Written July 2024
  Tour dates are fixed to manage accommodations, itineraries, and other logistical elements. It is crucial to sign up for available specific dates.

From

$6,215

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NZ $5,285 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Booking needs min. 2 travelers

Select Date

1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

Best price guarantee Learn More

Plan your adventure:

Good to Know

Tour ID: 45617

Currencies
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Plugs & Adapters
As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types D, M, G.
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Botswana
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Zambia and Zimbabwe
Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Botswana, Namibia, Zambia 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, Namibia, South Africa and Zimbabwe. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Namibia, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Zambia. Ideally 3 weeks before travel.
Visa
- 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.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
Payment information
- For any tour departing before January 10th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after January 10th, 2026, a minimum payment of $300 is required to confirm your booking with Encounters Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and Encounters Travel will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
- The following cards are accepted for "Encounters Travel" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
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