Wilderness of Southern Africa: Safari by Land & Water

You’re on your way to southern Africa, where your search for wildlife will take you from grasslands and dry woodlands to rivers and lakes. Discover exciting travel destinations with affordable travel packages that include a thrilling safari by land and water. 

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Radisson Hotel & Convention Centre, OR Tambo

Welcome to Johannesburg, South Africa’s largest city! This afternoon, transfer to your hotel for the evening and enjoy a relaxing evening before your exciting adventure in search of the 'Big 5' begins tomorrow. If you're looking for affordable travel packages, this is the perfect starting point for a safari by land and water. Dinner tonight is on your own.

This morning, board a plane for a short flight to Victoria Falls, where you will meet your Tour Manager before continuing to your lodge for the next 3 nights in Botswana. Enjoy some time at leisure at the lodge, which is one of the exciting travel destinations included in our affordable travel packages, before gathering with your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner. Consider planning a safari by land and water during your stay for an unforgettable experience.

Rise early with the sounds of the local wildlife ahead of your first game drive in Chobe National Park, an excellent location to search for the Big 5. You and your fellow travelers will ride in open-air vehicles with a local expert who will share insights about the fascinating creatures you’ll encounter along the way. After this thrilling safari by land, enjoy some free time, either at the lodge or by exploring the nearby town of Kasane, one of the exciting travel destinations in the region. After a delicious lunch at the lodge, board your private boat and take to the waters of the Chobe River, where you can search for elephants and aquatic birds while sipping on cool beverages. This experience is part of our affordable travel packages that offer a perfect blend of adventure on both land and water.

Start your day early with a private game cruise on the Chobe River, an exciting travel destination, where you can see the animals visiting the water first thing in the morning. After your search, return to the lodge for some free time, perhaps relaxing at the pool or stopping by their beauty salon. After lunch this afternoon, enjoy a thrilling safari by land and water with a game drive in Chobe National Park, where you may spot buffalo, hyenas, or zebras. Later, indulge in a dinner cruise along the gentle waters of the Chobe River during an exclusive boat ride with your fellow travelers, all part of our affordable travel packages.

Enjoy a leisurely final morning in Chobe National Park as part of your affordable travel packages. After breakfast, embark on a 90-minute drive to Victoria Falls, one of the most exciting travel destinations. Here, we will stop for lunch, allowing you to savor fresh, local ingredients while gazing over the gorge to the Zambezi River below. Next, it’s off to Hwange National Park, the largest national park in Zimbabwe, for a late afternoon game drive. This incredible safari by land and water is home to over 100 types of mammals and 400 bird species, giving you the chance to look out for cheetahs, lions, giraffes, and so much more.

Today is another day to rise early in search of the "Big 5" while exploring exciting travel destinations. After enjoying breakfast, embark on a full day of safari by land and water during a game drive in Hwange National Park. With an affordable travel package, you can indulge in a picnic lunch break, allowing you to venture deep into the bushland and maximize your chances of spotting buffalo, elephants, and other wildlife gathering in the park. After a day filled with adventure, return to the lodge for dinner, where you’ll savor your meal and the memories of the day’s extensive safari.

This morning, embark on an exciting journey to search for the Big 5 your way, because it’s your choice! Choose an open-air vehicle for a morning game drive, or opt for an expert national park guide to join you on a game walk, providing you with a rare opportunity to search for wildlife up close. This experience includes spotting unique plants, insects, and reptiles that you may not notice otherwise. Afterward, return to the lodge to relax over tea and pastries. This afternoon, you will head back to the park for another glimpse into the animal kingdom, all part of our affordable travel packages that showcase the best of safari by land and water.

Enjoy a final morning in the park before driving to Lake Kariba, the world’s largest artificial lake and one of the most exciting travel destinations. Board your safari boat, which will be your home for the next three nights. With limited access to technology, revel in the experience of safari by land and water as you float along the still waters, witnessing breathtaking sunsets and searching for local wildlife in the water. This adventure is part of our affordable travel packages, designed to offer you unforgettable experiences.

Enjoy an affordable travel package that includes a nature drive and a visit to a local village chief, where you can learn about the local way of life. Later, experience the thrill of fishing in Lake Kariba from a tender boat during an afternoon game cruise, an exciting travel destination. Before savoring dinner on the safari boat, take time to admire the stunning red and orange hues of the setting sun over Lake Kariba, making your safari by land and water truly unforgettable.

Start your day relaxed as you sail past the unspoiled wilderness and rugged scenery, part of our affordable travel packages. Savor brunch later this morning, then enjoy a guided nature walk and a chance to fish on tender boats during the afternoon, perfect for those seeking exciting travel destinations. This evening, stargazing coupled with a delicious meal will create a dining experience you won’t soon forget, bringing together the thrill of a safari by land and water.

Your safari by land and water experience will come to a close this morning as you drive back to Victoria Falls. Upon arriving at the Ilala Lodge, enjoy lunch. Then, grab your poncho because this afternoon you will visit one of the most exciting travel destinations, the exhilarating natural wonder of Victoria Falls! At 5600 feet wide and 354 feet tall, this waterfall is one of the world’s largest and is often included in affordable travel packages.