Upon arrival at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, you will be met and assisted with check-in for the domestic flight to Mfuwe Airstrip. Upon arrival at Mfuwe Airstrip, you will be met for a 3-hour road transfer to your Bushcamp in South Luangwa National Park. Depending on the arrival time, you will enjoy lunch, an afternoon game drive, and dinner. If you arrive late in the afternoon, dinner awaits you. (L,D)

LUSAKA I SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK

Rise and shine for an early continental breakfast before departing on an early morning game drive or walk. The concentration of animals around the Luangwa River, and its oxbow lagoons, is among the greatest in Africa. After brunch at camp you will have time to relax or watch the animal activity at the local watering hole until departure for the afternoon game viewing activity. Dinner will be served in camp. Take time to enjoy the next two days at leisure to relax and get a genuine bird&#8217;s-eye view of the wildlife around the river and its lagoons. (B,L,D)

SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK

After breakfast you will be transferred to Mfuwe Airport to connect onto the flight to Livingstone (via Lusaka). Upon arrival at Livingstone Airport (Zambia) you will be transferred to your camp in Zimbabwe&#8217;s Victoria Falls. Victoria Falls, situated in southern Africa on the Zambezi River at the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, constitutes one of the most spectacular natural wonders of the world. The local people call it Mosi-oa-Tunya, meaning the smoke that thunders. (B,L,D)

SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK I VICTORIA FALLS

Today is yours to enjoy a full day at Victoria Falls! After a delicious breakfast, you can participate in one of the following activities &#8211; birding and nature walks in one of the private parks (concessions), a village tour, lunch at the Lookout Caf&#233;, a cycling excursion through town or a visit to the Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust. (B,L,D)

VICTORIA FALLS

After breakfast at the lodge, you will be transferred to Hwange Main Camp, where you will be met for the game drive transfer to The Hide Safari camp. Noted for its massive population of elephants, Hwange has Africa&#8217;s &#8216;Big 5&#8217; and plenty of them! 400 species of birds are found here making it a bird watchers&#8217; paradise, particularly in the wet season. Lunch will be served upon arrival, with time to relax before departing for an afternoon activity. (B,L,D)

VICTORIA FALLS I HWANGE NATIONAL PARK

Your outdoor safari adventuring continues with another two days to explore Hwange National Park from the Camp. The Hide Safari Camp is on its own private concession, and as such can offer a range of activities. Opt for a walk in the bush with a guide, go on a night game drive after sundown, or just relax in camp and watch animals as they visit the waterhole in front of the camp. (B,L,D)

HWANGE NATIONAL PARK

After breakfast you will be transferred to the airstrip, where you will board a light aircraft for transfer to Fothergill Airstrip. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your Safari Camp in Matusadona National Park. After lunch at the camp, enjoy time to relax before departing on an afternoon activity. (B,L,D)

HWANGE NATIONAL PARK I MATUSADONA NATIONAL PARK

You have the next two full days to explore Matusadona National Park situated on the shores of Lake Kariba. The park was proclaimed a non-hunting area in 1958. It became a game reserve in 1963 and a national park in 1975. The vast area is a combination of wilderness and mountains. There is a great quantity of predators including lion, leopard, hyena and cheetah and an abundance of elephants and buffaloes. There are also plenty of hippos and crocodiles in the lake and a large variety of antelope frequently seen on the lake&#8217;s shoreline. Birdlife is prolific with more than 350 species of birds identified in the park. Take time to take it all in! (B,L,D)

MATUSADONA NATIONAL PARK

Breakfast will be served at the lodge. Afterwards, you will be transferred to Kariba Airport by boat and road where you will have a light aircraft transfer to Harare Airport to connect to any onward flights. (B)

MATUSADONA NATIONAL PARK (OR EXTEND YOUR STAY)

AFRICAN EXPEDITION

Travel to Africa to experience unforgettable moments in South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe &#8211; brimming with outdoor adventures, city amazement, and exotic safari moments on this trip to Africa with Central Holidays. Delve into the splendors of Johannesburg, join in a Zambezi Explorer Sunset Cruise, and take in the spectacular view of the world&#8217;s largest curtain of water at Victoria Falls. As you continue on this unforgettable Africa travel package, you will explore Chobe National Park, the second largest game reserve in Botswana. The excitement continues with a professionally guided tour of Cape Town City and the fascinating views from Table Mountain Aerial Cableway. Further along, embark on a full day exploration of Peninsula and see the Boulders Beach Penguin Colony. The adventure of a lifetime beckons!

Transfer to your hotel in Johannesburg and enjoy the balance of the day to explore this fascinating city at leisure.

JOHANNESBURG

After breakfast head to the airport for your flight from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls in neighboring Zimbabwe. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at your own pace. In the early evening, embark on a cruise down the mighty Zambezi River where you can see a variety of game, including: hippopotami, crocodiles, elephants, and sometimes even rhinoceroses. Great photo opportunities await you with a pictureperfect African sunset backdrop. (B)

JOHANNESBURG I VICTORIA FALLS

Unforgettable moments are yours on your second day in Zimbabwe with a guided tour through Victoria Falls National Park. At 5,603 feet wide, Victoria Falls is the largest curtain of water in the world. See the cascading water and take in the tranquil lagoons upstream where hippos and massive crocodiles lurk. Stop for photos in front of the &#8220;Big Tree,&#8221; a massive baobab tree that is 1,000 to 1,500 years old. Learn about the history of the Falls and the flora, fauna, bird, and wildlife that call the rainforest home. (B)

Drive from Zimbabwe into Chobe, Botswana. After arrival and lunch on your own at the lodge in Chobe National Park, begin your exploration of this protected area. Chobe National Park is the second largest game reserve in Botswana. The flowing Chobe River is a life source of the many diverse inhabitants, the most famous being the elephants. In fact, Chobe has the highest concentration of elephants in Africa. In the evening, enjoy dinner at your lodge. (B,D)

VICTORIA FALLS I CHOBE

Arrange for an early morning wake-up call and get ready for your next safari experience. After your morning adventure, return to the lodge for breakfast, time for relaxation, or the opportunity to browse in the curio shop. After lunch on your own, you will head out for an afternoon game drive in Chobe National Park. In the evening, enjoy dinner at your lodge. (B,D)

CHOBE

Have an exciting morning adventure through Chobe National Park. After breakfast, begin the drive back to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Cross the border through Kazungula, and continue to the Victoria Falls Airport for your flight to Johannesburg and then on to Cape Town. Upon arrival in Cape Town, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the balance of the evening at leisure to explore this cosmopolitan city on your own. (B)

CHOBE I CAPE TOWN

Summit the legendary Table Mountain (weather permitting) then wind your way past the scenic and upmarket suburbs of Camps Bay and Clifton enroute to the central business district where you will see Parliament Buildings, City Hall, the Slave Lodge, and the Castle of Good Hope. Pass Charly&#8217;s Bakery, and hear a brief history of District Six as you head to the Company Gardens. Your next stop takes you to the Malay Quarter for a look at the colorful Bo-Kaap homes. Next, see a professional diamond cutter as he creates perfect gemstones before returning to your hotel for time at leisure. (B)

CAPE TOWN

Journey along Millionaires Paradise, gazing at the glamorous homes of Clifton Beach and Camps Bay, as you make your way towards Hout Bay. Hug the cliffs along the legendary Chapman&#8217;s Peak Drive as you head towards the Cape of Good Hope Section of the Table Mountain National Park. Next, join a splendid excursion to Boulders Beach Penguin Colony before visiting the historical naval port of Simon&#8217;s Town. (B)

Captivating Cape Town is all yours to explore at your own pace today or consider joining one of the magical excursions available, such as a Robben Island tour, a winelands experience, or a shopping expedition. (B)

Transfer from your hotel to the Cape Town International Airport for your departure flight or extend your vacation in South Africa. (B)

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