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- Intrepid 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
- Guided in English
- Group Size 1 - 22
- Age range 18 to 35
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg
- Spot rhinos at Khama Rhino Sanctuary
- Paddle through the Okavango Delta in a mokoro
- Enjoy a sunset cruise on the Chobe River
- Witness wildlife in Chobe National Park
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Johannesburg
- Day 2 Khama Rhino Sanctuary
- Day 3 Maun
- Day 4 Okavango Delta Pan Handle
- Day 5 Okavango Delta Pan Handle
- Day 6 Caprivi Strip
- Day 7 Chobe National Park
- Day 8 Chobe National Park
- Day 9 Victoria Falls
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Operated by
Intrepid Travel
Number of tours
1,480
Age Range
5 to 99 years old
Response time
8 hours
Response rate
76%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryAverage
- GuideAverage
- TransportGood
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
Limara· August 2nd, 2024The group was amazing, we all got along really well and made great memories!Show more
Intrepid Travel commented on this reviewThank you for taking the tome to post a review. We are delighted to know you group was amazing and that you got along well and made some amazing memories. We do hope you find another of our itineraries to your liking and we can welcome you on another of... Show moreTrip date: July 2024- OKOmar· January 13th, 2020I've never camped for that long before and it...Show moreIntrepid Travel commented on this reviewThanks so much Omar!Trip date: December 2019
- Carolyn· December 6th, 2019Intrepid tour problems: Day 6 and leader still doesn't know that there are 3 veggies for dinner. Leader doesn't know the ending of the trip or what's included. Leader wastes so much time at stores / petrol stops - leader should come out separately when we are on an activity led to late for activities! Leader demands people to put up his tent. Preaches way too much, talked about needing a good review almost everyday. Talks too much about things, wasting time. Repeats many things about previous tours that are irrelevant. Over 3 days with nothing as an activity, 2 day trips were vetoed by the weather / leader (Maun and Kwando Camp) Only 1.5 hour at Kharma Rhino! Too much money spent on food, was way too much food every day!! It was also very generic, not local dishes / specialities Suggestions: Meet earlier on Saturday and drive half way to Kharma sanctuary before dinner as wayyyyyy too longer drive, especially when we then got a shorter game drive. Change the name of the tribe tour to a local village tour! Have seperate season options, wet season and dry season, or have different locations as Maun and Kwando have zero other options! It needs to say UK visa is more expensive! $55!Show moreTrip date: November 2019
- AMelissa G· September 18th, 2019Great food, lots of assistance from the guides. Learnt a lot from everyone working on this tour including jay, earnest doc and evens - they were all so great to travel with and made everything smoothShow moreTrip date: March 2019
- AMariah J· September 18th, 2019As a travel agent, knowing first-hand how genuine the experience is to local culture & sustainable travel/tourism. Knowing local trip leaders are also being given a shot is also a great perk.Show moreTrip date: March 2019
- ALuke H· September 18th, 2019It was everything that we wanted out of a Africa Safari trip. The team that we had was great everyone was friendly excellent food and service. Jay had so much knowledge on the area and a good bloke.Show moreTrip date: March 2019
- AJulie B· September 18th, 2019Having guides such as Doc really gave a sense of authenticity.He does not only come from south Africa but knows 11 languages of the areas visited. He was a trainee, however, he was able to provide addition info to Jay's knowledge.Doc knew stories that only someone with a native sense would have. For example, at the Mokoro and delta trip, he had so much to add. Doc smiled every day and damaged controlled issues. He was professional. Ive already recommended him to my 2 friends here in Canada. To follow his future guiding adventure. They are planning going in may, looking forward to see where doc will be guiding next. Evans knowledge in Zimbabwewas so helpful! I would be lost and ripped off without him. Ernest kept us safe. His driving skills are great.Show moreTrip date: March 2019
- ARhiannon Y· September 18th, 2019Overall a really great trip, loved the small group size and itinerary.Show moreTrip date: January 2019
- AKatarina S· September 18th, 2019The itinerary packed in so much within the limited days and the guides David and Gift were fantastic always willing to answer questions and go out of their way to ensure we have a good time.Show moreTrip date: January 2019
- AElise W· September 18th, 2019David and gift we’re amazing they made the trip so fun and I never felt unsafe or dissatisfied with anything Africa was an amazing experience and a lot of it was thanks to their work in making sure that the group was well looked after.Show moreTrip date: January 2019
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Steven
Asked on December 8th, 2023Can a 45 yr old go on this tour. I'm extremely active and fit.
Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2023Unfortunately this trip is an age restricted tour which is only for travelers between the ages of 18-29. We can suggest you below tours which are similar and are not age restricted: Premium Botswana, Botswana Adventure, Botswana Highlights, Premium Botswana & Namibia
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Jess
Asked on March 19th, 2023Is the tent provided in the campsites? I'm a single traveller do I have to build my own tent?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2023
Yes, you will need to assemble your own tent however your guide will teach you and assist on tour. On my Africa trip, I had some helpful new friends in my group pitch the tent with me.
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Luke
Asked on January 25th, 2023do you still need the proof of vaccination certificate
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2023
Currently, Intrepid no longer requires proof of vaccination to join our tours but different countries have different requirements that may change at any time. We would suggest checking frequently with government websites and embassies to ensure you meet entry requirements.
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Ashley
Asked on January 10th, 2023Is there a lot of driving in this tour and do you offer one around botswana that starts and ends in Victoria Falls
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2023
Yes, you will be driving to each city included in the itinerary, and driving distance will vary daily. Our Botswana Highlights tour is Victoria Falls round trip.
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Judy
Asked on June 27th, 2022We'll be in Vic falls around the 17th of July. We are looking to visit Livingstone, Zambia (1 night), Caprivi/Katima lilo, Namibia (1 night) and Chobe (1 night) then return to Zim. In Zim (17th-19th), we are looking for an evening river cruise, entry to the Vic falls park and possibly a meal at the Boma restaurant. If meals are included, they need to have vegan options. Also, due to a significant health issue, we would need as much shade from the sun as possible. Can you let us know your pricing for a package that includes transport, all transfers, 3-4 star accommodation and one game drive in Chobe. Can you also include a quote if we were to exclude Namibia? And one which includes the options mentioned in Zim?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written July 2022
We don't have an itinerary that would suit your request. We do offer a tailor made service, but that requires a lead time of at least 12 weeks, and minimum of 2 travelers. We have a large variety of trips to these areas, though the nature of travel is quite varied (including things like trekking), as are the accommodations. With trips to this area, we typically offer accommodations that can range from tents in the desert and homestays, to basic hotels.
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Megan
Asked on May 9th, 2022Do I need to fly between each country? How many flights does this involve besides the beginning and end of the tour?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written June 2022
The transportations used on our Essential Botswana tour are Overland vehicles, Open safari vehicles, and Mokoro. This tour does not include any flights.
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