DAYS 1 & 2

Arrive in Johannesburg on Day 2 and transfer by private car to your deluxe hotel. This evening, get to know your fellow travelers and Travcoa Travel Director at a festive cocktail reception and welcome dinner.

D’Oreale Hotel, Johannesburg

DAYS 3 – 5

The great Chobe River divides Namibia’s Caprivi Strip from Botswana’s Chobe National Park, and the river’s exotic banks boast one of the densest populations of wildlife on the African continent. After boarding your home for the next three nights — the luxurious Zambezi Queen — embark on the first of many game-viewing cruises from small boats that allow you to get close to the elephants, crocodiles and hippos that call the river home. When you’re not on safari, take a dip in the pool, enjoy a relaxing siesta, tour a local village by canoe or even do some fishing.

Zambezi Queen, Chobe River

DAYS 6 & 7

Discover the natural wonders of Victoria Falls, “The Smoke That Thunders,” while on an elephant-back safari. Take a helicopter flight to get a bird’s-eye view of this natural wonder. The Edwardian-style Victoria Falls Hotel, known as “the Grand Dame of the Falls,” is just a few minutes walk from the famous falls using the hotel’s private pathway.

The Victoria Falls Hotel, Victoria Falls

DAYS 8 – 12

The pristine Lower Zambezi National Park occupies nearly 1,600 square miles of spectacular wilderness and is home to lions, leopards, elephants, buffalos, hippos, zebras and an astonishing array of birdlife. Your luxurious accommodations are at the Royal Zambezi Lodge, located on the bank of the Zambezi River just opposite the famous Mana Pools Reserve in Zimbabwe. While in this stunning setting, embark on game drives, river trips and walking safaris; then return to your luxurious camp for a cocktail at sunset and an intimate, private dinner under the stars. 

On Day 11 fly back to Lusaka to catch your flight home (arriving the following day) or on to your next destination.

Royal Zambezi Lodge, Lower Zambezi National Park

Package price is per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies. Intra-tour air pricing is subject to change. International airfare is additional. Other restrictions may apply. Contact us for complete journey details.

D’Oreale Hotel
Johannesburg, South Africa

The hotel offers luxurious accommodation and relaxation facilities, a magnificent casino with unparalleled gaming enjoyment, the finest in dining and entertainment, a unique retail concourse, and impeccable service. With palatial buildings set in a display of gardens, fountains and statues, the experience is breathtaking. The rich surroundings such as marble floors, plush carpets, magnificent stained glass domes, highly decorated murals and frescos, sculptures, intricate mosaics and Roman columns and arches, contribute to an atmosphere of intimate, classical elegance. Each is air-conditioned room and features include TV, en-suite bathroom with a spacious vanity, a hairdryer, safe and a mini bar available on request.

Zambezi Queen
Chobe River, South Africa

There can be few natural wonders as synonymous with Africa’s raw wilderness as the great Chobe River. These waters divide Namibia’s Caprivi Strip from Botswana’s Chobe National Park, and its exotic banks boast one of the densest populations of wildlife on the African continent. Teeming with life, this National Park sprawls across some 11,000 m of lush African bush, and is home to the largest populace of elephants in the world – currently estimated at roughly 120 000. Along with the elephants, prides of leopard and lion, huge groups of buffalo, waterbuck, roan, eland, sable, giraffe, and, if you are lucky, one of the rare puku, can also be seen. In the river itself watch out for hippo and crocodile, and keep your binoculars at the ready for spotting a rich selection of bird life. It is on this great expanse of untamed water an adventure unlike any other awaits. Why join he crowds on land-based game drives when you can experience the thrill of it all from your own private suite aboard a luxury 45 meter boat? The Zambezi Queen operates in 5-star opulence, and is all about pampering, indulgence, and superior comfort. Whether you are dining on our third level restaurant watching the animals gather at the water at dusk, game viewing from one of our private boats, or attempting to land your first tiger fish, our professional team will be on hand to meet your every need.

The Victoria Falls Hotel
Zimbabwe

Victoria Falls Hotel accommodation tends to be located within walking distance of the falls themselves whilst lodges tend to be a little further afield, but have the added benefit of being able to offer additional activities such as game drives and boat cruises. Rhino Africa recommends that the ideal length of stay at Victoria Falls is between 2–4 days. In that time you can pack in a wide variety of activities - remember Victoria Falls is also known as the adventure capital of Africa. So Bungee jumping, white water rafting and helicopter flips are all on the cards as well as much much more!

Royal Zambezi Lodge
Lower Zambezi National Park

Natural tones, luxurious textures and comfortable armchairs create the perfect retreat, and extra length sprung mattresses with pure cotton linen and feather pillows are some of the luxuries that cocoon guests at Royal Zambezi Lodge. Each private deck provides an idyllic spot for quietly watching a procession of elephant, buffalo and waterbuck as they come down to drink. The honeymoon suite at Royal Zambezi Lodge appears to float in the tree tops, and even the bed has glorious views down the river.

John Wootton

After years spent aboard ships and traveling in South Africa, John joined the Travcoa family. He has been leading our journeys for 30 years, in which time he has traveled on most itineraries, covering all seven continents.

Travel Dates: June 06, 2012

Kymri Wilt

Kymri is an avid world traveler with an infectious enthusiasm to share life experiences. Her passion for travel is complimented by her interest in languages, culture, wildlife and photography. Her language studies include French, German, Russian, Spanish, Portuguese and Arabic.

Travel Dates: October 03, 2012