9-Day Travel From South Africa to Zimbabwe

Travel to Chobe National Park in Botswana (approximately 3 hours) with a stop at the Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust, an Intrepid Foundation project. Here, you’ll learn about wildlife rescue and rehabilitation, human-wildlife conflict, and anti-poaching efforts, and possibly meet rescued or orphaned animals.

Chobe, Botswana's first national park, is renowned for its large elephant population, which often swims in the Chobe River. The river also attracts hippos, diverse bird species, and sunbathing crocodiles, while cheetahs and lions come to drink. In the late afternoon, enjoy a scenic sunset cruise on the Chobe River with an expert local guide, a perfect way to end the day. Your camp, situated outside the park, offers flush toilets, showers, intermittent WiFi, and optional accommodation upgrades.

Head into the pristine wilderness for an adventurous camping experience in the Okavango Delta, a unique 16,000 square kilometer expanse of wetlands with winding waterways, verdant islands, lush plains, and abundant wildlife. This diverse ecosystem is home to hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and big cats, but the true marvel is the ecosystem itself. Navigate the waterways by mokoro, a traditional dugout canoe steered by friendly local 'polers,' and explore on foot with experienced guides. Camp on a remote island in the heart of the wild, with dug toilets and no showers, as you listen to the sounds of nocturnal creatures awakening as the sun sets.

Travel to the Khama Rhino Sanctuary, a journey of approximately 9–10 hours. Located on the edge of the Kalahari Desert, this community-based conservation project is run by local village residents. Established in a former hunting area to safeguard Botswana's remaining black and white rhinos, the sanctuary also hosts other wildlife such as zebras, giraffes, leopards, ostriches, and wildebeest, which can be seen around the numerous natural waterholes. Your visit supports local communities and contributes to the protection of the endangered white rhinoceros. In the evening, embark on a dusk game drive in an open safari vehicle with an expert ranger to observe the rhinos (a dawn game drive will be arranged if the group arrives too late). Tonight's camp offers shared facilities and optional upgrades.

Explore the streets of Soweto on a bicycle, learning about the Soweto uprising and the resistance against apartheid. Witness how the community has evolved over time, and visit a former migrant workers' hostel along with other local landmarks. Your cycling tour will conclude around 3 pm, marking the end of your trip. No further activities are scheduled, and accommodation for tonight is not included but can be arranged when booking. If you're planning to depart today, it's recommended to book a flight for 8 pm or later.