Day 1: Johannesburg to Hazyview, South Africa

Your Africa backpacking tour departs from Johannesburg heading towards the Lowveld and the famous Kruger National Park, your camp for the next 2 nights.

Here guests can enjoy a refreshing swimming pool and a hot shower before your exciting day of game drives the following morning. Lunch and dinner is included.

Day 2: Kruger National Park, South Africa

Kruger National Park is one of the most famous wildlife sanctuaries in the world. You spend the day on full game drives to see how many species you can find, including the Big Five. You will also have the option of a night game drive in the Park. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included.

Day 3: Kruger National Park to Graskop, South Africa

Today you bid farewell to the Kruger Park on your way to Graskop. Here you will explore the beauty and magnificence of Mpumalanga, including the striking Blyde River Canyon and God's Window. For those in the mood to party, Graskop's nightlife is something to be enjoyed. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included.

Day 4: Graskop to Messina, South Africa

Today you travel north toward Zimbabwe. This is your chance to relax, catch up on some reading, or just enjoy the scenery. You spend your last night in South Africa in Messina. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included.

Day 5: Messina to Masivingo, Zimbabwe

Today you say goodbye to South Africa and enter Zimbabwe, a country rich in tradition, culture and beauty. You make your way to Masivingo, which lies in the outskirts of the Great Zimbabwe Ruins.

You will get the chance to explore this ancient wonderland before setting up camp. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included.

Day 6: Masivingo to Gweru, Zimbabwe

After you explore this historic area, you continue your journey to Gweru, situated in the Zimbabwe Midlands. You make a stop at the Antelope Park where you can partake in a memorable experience - Walking with Lions.

In addition to the Lion, the Park is also home to an abundance of wildlife species, including Elephant, Giraffe, Zebra, Wildebeest and 150 species of bird. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included.

Day 7: Gweru - Antelope Park, Zimbabwe

Your day is spent at leisure, partaking in a variety of activities to entertain you. From walking with lions, Elephant riding, to swimming and fishing, guests are sure to be enthralled.

Days 8 & 9: Gweru to Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

Bulawayo is the second largest city in Zimbabwe and offers a relaxing, laid back atmosphere. Here you will find a number of interesting places to visit, including the Natural History Museum, the National Arts Gallery and the Mzilikazi Arts and Crafts Centre. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included.

On day 9 you travel to Matobo National Park, one of the last strongholds of both Black and White Rhino, as well as a high concentration of Leopard and Black Eagle. Explore the numerous caves and rock paintings left by the ancient San people of this area.

You will spend time on game drives through the park, gaining insights into the geography, ecology and history of the area, followed by exploring Bulawayo and its many markets. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included.

Day 10: Matobo National Park to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Today this Africa overland tour heads north to the mighty Victoria Falls, one of the world's natural wonders. Victoria Falls is one of the most unforgettable sights on your African safari and boasts many activities for guests to partake.

Enjoy scenic flights over the Falls, white water rafting down the Batoka Gorge, or exhilarating bungi jumping from the Zambezi Bridge. These activities are definitely not the faint hearted.

For the faint hearted, other optional activities included day trip into the Zambezi National Park, horse riding safaris, visits to the Crocodile Ranch, Snake Park, golf at Elephant Hills Hotel, the Falls Crafts Village and a Sunset Cruise. Breakfast and lunch is included.

Days 11 & 12: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

For the next 2 days, you spend your time at leisure, partaking in the many activities available in the Victoria Falls. Breakfast is included.

Days 13 and 14: Victoria Falls to Chobe National Park, Botswana

This morning you depart Victoria Falls and cross the border of Zimbabwe to Botswana, where you will camp for the night. You spend the day exploring the area and relaxing on the banks of the majestic Chobe River. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included.

On day 14 you start your morning early for your game drive in the Chobe National Park. Chobe National Park is one of Botswana's premier game parks and is famous for its large concentration of Elephant around the Chobe River.

This afternoon you will have the option of a boat trip along the Chobe River. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is included.