Day 1: Johannesburg - Bubye river

We depart at 06h30 from the Randburg Towers, in Randburg, north of Johannesburg and travel via the great north road to install our camp at the Bubye River Camp in Zimbabwe.

Day 2: Great Zimbabwe Ruins - Masvingo

We visit the mysterious ruins of Great Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe means "House of Stone". The stone structures are the largest ancient man-made buildings south of the Sahara. There are few places in Africa with a more impressive atmosphere.

Day 3: Lake Kariba (Fly in)

The second largest man-made lake in the world is 280 km long and 32 km wide at its maximum width and covers 5 000 km². The dam wall was built at the entrance of the gorge and called Kariba (little trap) by the local tribe.

Day 4: Kariba - Lower Zambezi River Camp, Zambia

We enter Zambia via the Kariba Dam wall and arrive at Lower Zambezi River Camp in the early afternoon.

Day 5 - 7: Zambezi Canoeing

We board our canoes for the 3 day excursion on the Zambezi River. Whilst paddling down the gentle current of the river, we relax and enjoy the game and birdlife at close quarters. The harmonious interaction of species is combined with a profound sense of peace and tranquillity.

Day 8: Lower Zambezi

We return to Lower Zambezi River Camp. The camp has a superb view over the Zambezi and Kafue Rivers.

Day 9 / 10: Victoria Falls / Livingstone"Mosi-oa-Tunya" -
The Smoke that Thunders

The Victoria Falls is without doubt one of the greatest and most spectacular sights in Africa, where the waters of the mighty Zambezi River tumble down in continuous thunder. Various optional excursions are available: a flight over the falls, a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River or white water river rafting (August to December only). Days spent at leisure, (excluding 1 dinner Victoria Falls / Livingstone)

Day 11 / 12: Hwange National Park

This great national park of 14 650 km². is one of the greatest wildlife sanctuaries in Africa. It is home to over 400 species of birds and 107 species of animals including buffalo, rhino, lion, antelope and vast herds of elephant. From observation platforms situated at the waterholes, we can watch an endless procession of game coming to drink and bathe.

Day 13: Matobo National Park - Bulawayo

The wind sculptured granite hills, domed rock castles and bushman painted caves add to the unique atmosphere and beauty of the park. Cecil Rhodes, who is buried on a summit of these gigantic rock masses, regarded the Matobo as one of the world's most scenic points.

Day 14: Bulawayo - Tshipise (Fly out)

The name Tshipise is a Venda word meaning "hot spring". The hot spring (65°C) flows into 3 separate swimming pools surrounded by fine natural parkland of acacia and baobab trees.

Day 15: Tshipise - Johannesburg

Arrive at 16H00

This itinerary is flexible and will depend on the local conditions.

KARIBU GRADING : (3 Tent)

Limited participation safari. Accommodation: 14 nights camping. Meals: All meals when camping except 1 dinner in Victoria Falls / Livingstone. Breakfast only in Kariba. Group Size: 6-13 participants. Canoeing: We canoe between 25-30 km, for a period of 5-7 hours per day, including a lunch break. No previous canoeing experience is necessary however participants must be fit and in good health. Sleeping Bag Hire: USD 20 - must be booked in advance. Transfers: Private transfers are available in Johannesburg (USD 16 p/p) on request.

Fly in / out option:

Option to join the safari on Day 3 at Kariba and end on Day 14 in Bulawayo to form a 12-day safari.