Great Adventure Trips

South Africa

Self-drive / Family / Walking / Romance / General Tours
Horse Safaris / Camping Tours / Victoria Falls extension

Capricorn Adventure

DAY 1: JOHANNESBURG - BOTSWANA BORDER
We depart at 06h30 from the Randburg Towers, in Randburg, north of Johannesburg and travel via Ellisras to setup camp, near the Botswana border. (All meals)

DAY 2: MAGKADIKGADI PANS - BOTSWANA
We travel north via Francistown to Nata. The pans are dry most of the year, except during the rainy season (Dec-Mar). If accessible we will drive to the edge of the pans to experience the spectacular sunset. (All meals)

DAY 3: CHOBE RIVER - BOTSWANA
Chobe is famous for its beautiful scenery and magnificent sunsets. In the evening we may see the herds of elephant drinking at the river during our afternoon cruise. (All meals)

DAY 4/5: 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. Days spent at leisure for optional excursions. (All meals excluding 1 dinner)

DAY 6: LOWER ZAMBEZI - ZAMBIA
We travel through Zambia to set up our camp on the banks of the Zambezi River at Lower Zambezi River Camp. Visit to a typical African village. (All meals)

DAY 7/8: ZAMBEZI CANOEING
We board our canoes for a 2 day excursion on the Zambezi River. Whilst paddling down with the gentle current of the river, we relax and enjoy the profound sense of peace and tranquility. (All meals)

DAY 9: LUANGWA RIVER
We travel via the capital city of Lusaka and install our camp near the Luangwa River. (All meals)

DAY 10/11: SOUTH LUANGWA NATIONAL PARK
The ecologically unspoilt South Luangwa National Park is undoubtedly one of the finest wildlife sanctuaries in Africa. The 9 050km2 park has elephant, hippo, buffalo, and numerous species of antelope and predators. The birdlife is a birdwatcher's delight. During the rainy season (Dec - Mar) the park may become inaccessible. (All meals)

DAY 12/13: LAKE MALAWI
The lake, with its crystal clear waters, sandy beaches and beautiful bays, is surrounded by high rugged peaks and mountains. We set up our camp on the lakeshore, swim, suntan and relax for two days. (All meals)

DAY 14/15: MOUNT MULANJE - MALAWI
An early start takes us to the impressive Mount Mulanje, which is one of the most impressive sights in Malawi. Unique forests of Mulanje cedar cover the slopes. We hike into the mountain, and return to our base camp in the late afternoon. (All meals)

DAY 16: CHICAMBA AREA - MOÇAMBIQUE
We cross the Zambezi at Tete and enter the scenic eastern highland mountains with their many scattered traditional African Villages. (All meals)

DAY 17/18: VILANCULOS - MOÇAMBIQUE
Our delightful campsite under the coconut palms near the wide deserted beaches, allows us to swim during the day in the warm blue waters of the Indian Ocean. (All meals)

DAY 19/20: INHAMBANE - BARRA REEF - MOÇAMBIQUE
We cross the Tropic of Capricorn on our way to Inhambane, one of Moçambique's oldest and most charming towns with its picturesque dhows and market, before reaching the beautiful beaches of Barra. Our camp next to the azure ocean is set amid sand dunes and palm groves, and offers many optional excursions including diving and snorkelling. (All meals)

DAY 21: CASA LISA - MOÇAMBIQUE
The colourful and vibrant local markets, the social and economic hub of life in the towns and villages, provide the visitor with an insight into the richness of local culture. Our camp at Casa Lisa is situated north of Maputo. (All meals)

DAY 22/23: SAFARI IN KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
We travel to the famous wildlife sanctuary of the Kruger National Park, one of the oldest game reserves in Africa, where we spend our time exploring on early morning and late afternoon game drives observing numerous species of animals and birds. We relax in camp during mid day. (All meals)

DAY 24: JOHANNESBURG
We return to the Randburg Towers, Johannesburg at +-16h00. (Breakfast and lunch).

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

Tour grading: - participation safari - All the camp duties are shared amongst the participants. A camp assistant/ cook helps the guide with the cooking. Your participation and involvement is part of the fun. It builds the group dynamic and plays an important role in the enjoyment and success of the tour.
Accommodation: 23 nights camping. We provide spacious, comfortable tents (W 2.4m, L2.4, H 1.9m) accommodating 2 persons each. Each tent is insect proof and equipped with a built in ground sheet for insulation as well as two aerating windows with mosquito nets. Each passenger is provided with a foam mattress and a comfortable safari folding chair. A comprehensive set of cooking and camping equipment, water containers, first aid box, reference books on mammals and birds of the area and a set of spare parts is carried in the vehicle. In fact the only things the participants need to bring are their personal effects and a sleeping bag or blanket, and small pillow.
Meals: All meals when camping except 1 dinner in Victoria Falls/ Livingstone
Canoeing: We canoe between 25-30km, 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.
Group Size: 8-16 participants.
Sleeping Bag Hire: EURO 35 per person – must be booked in advance.
Transfers: Transfers in Johannesburg (+- EURO 50 p/p) may be pre-booked.
Important: This safari is recommended for healthy, active participants looking for an adventurous holiday.

POSSIBLE OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS (booked locally)
· White-water rafting, microlighting, bungi jumping and abseiling at Victoria Falls / Livingstone
· Dugout canoeing or fishing on Lake Malawi
· Scuba diving or snorkelling in Moçambique
· Night game drives in South Luangwa or Kruger Park

2007 Prices: Jan.-March = 1925 euros, April-June = 1994 euros. Local payment of US$260 for all departures.
Airport transfers in Johannesburg + 1 night hotel there = 75euros

2007 Dates: Feb. 7-March 3, March 7-30, April 4-27, May 2-25, June 6-29

2007 departures guaranteed to go with 6 passengers.