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Safari Itinerary

Days 1-2: Kruger National Park

Departing Johannesburg at 06:30 am we head in a north-easterly direction into the Kruger National Park.
Numerous spot en-route to stretch our legs and to photograph the scenery around us.
We visit the wild & seldom seen northern sections of the park from Satara to Pufuri.
Early morning and afternoon game drives are par for the course over the next few day with very good chances to spot lion, elephant, rhino and other animals in this area.
Overnight: Campsite.

Day 3: Great Zimbabwe Ruins

An early start to the day.
Entering Zimbabwe (through Beit Bridge), we travel to the town of Masvingo and onto the Great Zimbabwe Ruins.
After arriving and setting up camp we head off on foot to explore and photograph these magnificent Ruins.
The ruins date back to the 11th to 14th Centuries and are some of the oldest and largest stone structures in Southern Africa.
After dinner, we relax around a roaring campfire.
Overnight: Campsite

Day 4: Matobo National Park

From Masvingo, we head off to Bulawayo and the Matobo National Park in a westerly direction.
After setting up camp just outside Matobo National Park we get back in the vehicle to explore the park.
On foot, we search out San Bushman rock paintings followed by a visit to the gravesite of Cecil John Rhodes set high up on the granite koppies.
There is also the chance of a guided walk in which we hope to get up-close and personal with a few of the rhinos within the park.
Overnight: Campsite

Days 5-6: Hwange National Park

After breakfast, we head north towards Hwange National Park and her wildlife.
Hwange National Park is roughly 14 650 square kilometers in size and is famed for her wildlife in particular large herds of elephants.
Our camp for the next few days is just outside the borders of the park itself, in a private game management area.
On day 6 a full days drive within the park awaits, spectacular wildlife and birdlife are pointed out to us by our professional local guide.
We also get the chance to stop and relax at a few hides along the way, sunsets in Hwange are hues of reds and oranges.
Overnight: Campsite

Days 7-8: Victoria Falls

Just a few hours after leaving Hwange we reach Victoria Falls.
Setting up camp is our first call thereafter a quick briefing on activities and options available in the area.
An afternoon guided walk through the tropical vegetation to the very edge of Victoria Falls.
There are opportunities to whitewater raft on the mighty Zambezi River, bungee jump or take a "flight of angels" (own expense).
In a nutshell, these days are at your leisure.
Overnight: Campsite

Day 9: Safari Ends - Victoria Falls

Tour ends after breakfast in the town of Victoria Falls.
Transfers to Vic Falls or Livingstone Airport available on request.
Please contact the Uyaphi office at the time of booking to book your transfer.

Victoria Falls Hotel

The famous Victoria Falls Hotel in Zimbabwe, popularly known as "the grand old lady of the Falls", is situated in the Victoria Falls National Park, a world heritage site, and is a member of the exclusive Leading Hotels of the World group.

Makalolo Plains

Makalolo Plains Camp, located within a remote as well as exclusive concession inside of the substantial Hwange National Park, is actually one of just a handful of camps situated within of the National Park itself, offering wildlife second to none.

Singita Pamushana Lodge

Singita Pamushana, an elegant oasis consisting of six elegant suites and one exclusive villa offering the ultimate luxury in a truly African setting. Set in 130 000 acres of wild and untamed land, the Malilangwe Reserve is a precious breeding sanctuary for endangered species such as the black rhino, and is home to an abundance of game, birds, and hundreds of Baobab trees.

The Hide

The Hide is actually located inside one of Hwange National Park's most exceptional places, adjacent to historic elephant trails along with a huge grassland corridor. Herds of elephant, buffalo, and a multitude of others usually are attracted to the dependable waters of the Hide's waterhole.

Ruckomechi Camp

On the western boundary of the Mana Pools National Park, nestled in a large grove of Acacia and Mahogany trees, Ruckomechi Camp overlooks the Zambezi River with a superb view of the mountains of Africa's Great Rift Valley in the distance.

Little Makalolo Camp

Little Makalolo is actually a pleasant 6 roomed tented camp and also one of the handful of camps situated inside of the Hwange National Park, which in turn provides solitude for visitors who appreciate small camps as well as a feeling of remoteness.