$6,039 to $6,347 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Greater Kruger, South Africa
Greater Kruger, South Africa
Upon your arrival (by road or air) in South Africa’s wildlife-rich Lowveld, you are met by one of our local drivers and embark on your first game drive on the way to your lodge. Have your camera handy as they will stop for any wildlife encountered en route. This afternoon and over the next two days, you can anticipate quality wildlife viewing within this Big Five reserve adjoining Kruger National Park. The 600sq km (230sq miles) Klaserie Private Nature Reserve shares unfenced borders with the national park and is one of the largest privately-owned reserves in South Africa. In one of the most undeveloped and pristine wilderness areas of the Greater Kruger, animals migrate freely between Klaserie and Kruger National Park, creating an incredible biosphere and one of Africa’s premier safari destinations.
There are daily flights to Hoedspruit from Johannesburg or Cape Town, generally departing between 10:00 am and midday and arriving from around midday to 2:00 pm.
- Main Destination:
- Greater Kruger (South Africa)
- Accommodation:
- Senalala Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2-3
Greater Kruger, South Africa
Greater Kruger, South Africa
Located in a remote and private location within Klaserie Private Nature Reserve and managed by James and Corlia Steyn, Senalala Safari Lodge offers a truly authentic bush safari experience. Set on the banks of the seasonal Ntsiri River, you can expect an abundance of quality wildlife viewing while at Senalala, with the camp itself overlooking a watering hole that draws a constant flow of wildlife. Every morning and evening, experienced ranger James and his team of guides will lead a game-viewing outing in search of sightings that will provide you with unforgettable experiences in this wild area. The Big Five is regularly spotted plus the birding is superb. You can choose a game drive or bush walk—the latter enables guests aged 16 years and over to experience the smaller intricacies of nature that aren’t always noticeable from a vehicle.
- Main Destination:
- Greater Kruger (South Africa)
- Accommodation:
- Senalala Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Zambezi River, Zambia
Zambezi River, Zambia
We will transfer you to Kruger-Mpumalanga Nelspruit Airport for your flight to Livingstone, Zambia where our local guide, Mortimer provides your private transfer to your tranquil camp on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River. Later this afternoon you will embark on a complimentary sunset cruise on this famous river.
Chundukwa River Lodge boasts a secluded spot on the banks of the Zambezi River yet is only a 45-minute drive from the bustling town of Livingstone. Staying here enables simple logistics for tomorrow's rhino walking safari and Elephant Cafe lunch, which are both located close by. Dotted alongside the river are six tented chalets with spacious and tastefully furnished interiors, en-suite bathrooms, and a private balcony. The main lodge area includes a popular bar as well as a restaurant overlooking a large swimming pool and the river, and it's from here that you depart on this afternoon's sunset cruise.
- Main Destination:
- Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park (Zambia)
- Accommodation:
- Chundukwa River Lodge
Wildlife in Mosi-oa-Tunya NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park and Victoria Falls, Zambia & Zimbabwe
Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park and Victoria Falls, Zambia & Zimbabwe
You will wake up early this morning and travel to the nearby Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park for a rhino walking safari, viewing the only surviving population of white rhinos in all of Zambia. You will then be transferred by speed boat down the Zambezi towards the bridge/border with Zimbabwe, where you will disembark and Mortimer will transfer you across to Zimbabwe and your lodge in the town of Victoria Falls.
NOTE: It’s possible to include the Livingstone Island “Afternoon High Tea” Tour (seasonal, subject to water levels) after you disembark from your Elephant Café boat transfer.
- Main Destination:
- Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
- Accommodation:
- 528 Victoria Falls
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and Zambia
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and Zambia
We are pleased to offer you a complimentary guided visit to Victoria Falls during your stay (Zambian and Zimbabwean sides; including entrance fees). Your safari also includes a Zambezi river cruise, a rhino walking safari and an Elephant Café lunch during your stay on the Zambian side of the Zambezi River. The plethora of other activities on offer include white-water rafting or canoeing, birding and horse-back safaris, helicopter and microlight scenic flights, African township and village tours, adrenaline activities like bungee jumping and zip sliding, and much more. We especially recommend “Tour the Township” with our local guide, Mortimer who introduces you to his home turf and often invites our travellers to lunch with his wife and family. Dining options include African-style feasts with accompanying tribal entertainment at The Boma or Jungle Junction restaurants, as well as an afternoon High Tea at the Victoria Falls Hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
- Accommodation:
- 528 Victoria Falls
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Chobe National Park, Botswana
Chobe National Park, Botswana
Today you will travel to Botswana and Garden Lodge, located in the small safari town of Kasane on the banks of the Chobe River. The private road transfer from Victoria Falls passes through bushveld which is home to wildlife such as elephants and giraffes, sightings of which often occur during the drive. You are again accompanied by Mortimer who will assist with the cross-border formalities. This afternoon, you will embark on a private boat safari along the Chobe River. The accompanying sunset on the river often provides a truly memorable moment of your African safari. From your riverside accommodation, you will be ‘serenaded’ to sleep tonight by the grunts coming from nearby pods of hippos as they venture out of the water to graze on the lodge's lush lawn.
- Main Destination:
- Chobe National Park (Botswana)
- Accommodation:
- Chobe River Lodge
Wildlife in Chobe NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Chobe National Park, Botswana
Chobe National Park, Botswana
Your day revolves around morning and afternoon private game drives within the Chobe National Park. You’ll also enjoy delicious home-style meals and have time for some quality lazing by the pool and perhaps even a midday siesta.
Note: You have the option today of a half-day private game drive that ventures further into the park. To make your safari extra special, Compass Odyssey, you will be provided with a private vehicle and boat during your stay in Chobe—other companies typically offer game drives with up to 10 passengers and boat safaris with 10-50+ travellers on board.
During your game drives, be on the lookout for predators such as lions and hyenas, and iconic herbivores such as buffalos zebras, giraffes, warthogs and wildebeests. On your boat safari along the Chobe River, you will encounter all manner of wildlife, including Nile crocodiles and the Chobe’s great herds of elephants as they come to the river’s edge to drink and frolic in the fresh water.
- Main Destination:
- Chobe National Park (Botswana)
- Accommodation:
- Chobe River Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Chobe National Park and Departure
Chobe National Park and Departure
This morning’s private boat safari on the Chobe River offers a serene and tranquil end to your safari. After a hearty brunch, you will then say tsamaya sentle (“goodbye and go well” in the local Setswana language) as you are transferred the short distance to Kasane Airport for your further travel arrangements. There is a daily flight to Johannesburg that departs Kasane at 2:00 pm, arriving at 3:45 pm. If you wish, we can also arrange for Mortimer to return you to Victoria Falls or Livingstone (2.5-3hrs).
- Main Destination:
- Chobe National Park (Botswana)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
