Departing Johannesburg you head towards the Lowveld and the world famous Kruger National Park. Your camp for the next 2 nights is 8km from Kruger Park's Numbi Gate. Spoilt by a swimming pool and good hot showers you spend the evening around the campfire anticipating your game drive tomorrow.

Today you explore the wonders of Kruger National Park. This is one of the most famous wildlife parks in the world. Covering an area of 21 497 sq km - 60km wide and over 350km long, this conservation area has been recorded to have more than 500 bird species, 114 reptile, 49 fish, 33 amphibians, 146 mammals and over 23 000 plant species. Today is spent in the park on a full day game drive to see how many of the species can be found. This evening there is the option of a night drive in the park.

After a quick stock replenishment, you leave the Lowveld, climbing up in altitude to the beautiful town of Graskop. It is from this gateway that you get to explore the beauties of Mpumalanga, known for some of the best landscape in South Africa. Our stops for the day include the striking Blyde River Canyon and God's Window. There is a chance to view the Canyon from the many viewpoints, which offers fantastic photographic opportunities. You then set up camp on lush green grass, and enjoy the luxury of a spectacularly situated swimming pool. For those in a party mood, the small town of Graskop's nightlife should be experienced.

A long, yet lovely day's drive as you head up North toward Zimbabwe. This is your chance to sit back, relax and enjoy the continually changing scenery. Tonight is your last night in beautiful South Africa in a town called Messina - said to be one of the hottest areas in South Africa. Years back this was a flourishing copper mining area, but when the mines closed in the 1990s it receded into the near desolation of a ghost town. With the discovery of diamonds it has regained its former glory and is rich with history.

Leaving South Africa you enter Zimbabwe, a country of tradition, culture, soul and scenic beauty. You make your way to the town of Masivingo, which lies in the outskirts of the Great Zimbabwe Ruins. Great Zimbabwe was the greatest medieval city in sub-Sahara, and provides evidence that this ancient African civilisation was relatively advanced. The name 'Zimbabwe' is derived from the Shona word, meaning 'great stone houses'. The grand setting and history-steeped walls certainly qualify as one of the highlights of your trip. You will have the time to wander around this ancient wonderland before setting up camp for your 1st night in Zimbabwe.

Once you have finished exploring this historic area you continue your journey to Gweru, situated in the Zimbabwe Midlands. Here you stop over at the Antelope Park, where you have the opportunity to partake in an incredible experience, unique to the park - 'Walking with Lions'. In addition to the lions, there is an abundance of other wildlife species in the park such as elephant, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest and over 150 bird species.

Today is spent at leisure with a variety of activities to enthrall you. From walking with lions, elephant riding, to trying your hand at fishing; the list is endless.

Bulawayo is the 2nd largest city in Zimbabwe and has a laid back atmosphere. It is noted for its exceptionally wide streets, originally designed to allow space for a full span ox wagon. The city is characterised by the many British colonial buildings, maintained by the Bulawayo City Council as heritage sites. There are a number of interesting places to visit in Bulawayo such as the Natural History Museum, the National Arts Gallery and the Mzilikazi Arts & Crafts Centre, providing work for over 70 people.

Today you take in Matobo National Park. The park is one of the last strongholds of both black & white rhino, and the region is renowned for its high concentration of leopards and black eagle. There are numerous caves and rock paintings which, once again, is evidence of the ancient San inhabitants of this area. Cecil Rhodes (after whom Rhodesia was named) is buried here at his own request, but there is some controversy over whether he will stay. You spend time game driving through the park, giving you an insight into the unique geological, ecological and historical environment.

Heading North you make your way to the mighty Victoria Falls, a natural wonder of the world and one of the most memorable sights on your African safari.

There are many activities available all year round in Victoria Falls such as flights which give you a panoramic view of the falls, Batoka Gorge and the islands above the falls. Back on the ground, the falls can be seen from the Victoria Falls Park (entrance US$20) with its many viewing points, or from the Zambian side. All offer fantastic photographic opportunities.

Bungee jumping enthusiasts can take the plunge from the Zambezi Bridge, which connects Zambia and Zimbabwe. The leap into the Batoka Gorge is certainly not for the fainthearted. White water rafting in the Batoka Gorge is considered to be world class. Besides the excitement of the grade 5 rapids, there are "floats" where there is time to admire the scenic cliffs and occasional wildlife on the riverbanks.

Other optional activities around Victoria Falls include day trips into the Zambezi National Park, horse riding safaris, visiting the Crocodile Ranch and Snake Park, golf at Elephant Hills Hotel, parachuting, the Falls Craft Village and the Sunset Cruise.

This morning you depart Victoria Falls after breakfast and cross the border of Zimbabwe into Botswana. You set up camp for the night and prepare for your afternoon game drive in Chobe National Park. Chobe is one of Botswana's premier game parks, renowned for the large herds of elephant which gather around the Chobe River.

An early morning start sees you travelling in a south-westerly direction to Maun, your base camp before you start your Optional Excursion into the Okavango Delta. Today is a long day's drive with lunch on the roadside.

The delta is a huge expanse of water, which has travelled from the Angolan highlands, spreading out to form the largest inland delta in the world. Studded with exotic islands, the delta is renowned for its incredible variety of birdlife, as well as many other animals unique to Southern Africa.

Here you have the opportunity to partake in the optional 3-day/2-night excursions into the Delta. In this excursion you travel approximately 1-2hr North to the mokoro poler's station. From there you board a mokoro, local dug-out canoe, which is poled along the winding waterways by local guides. Your guides will select a place to set up camp. An afternoon game walk will allow you to experience the delta wilderness.

A day of rest, relaxation and delta experiences await. Today you will have the opportunity to partake in a number of activities including game walks, mokoro cruises, swimming and even a chance to try your hand at poling your own mokoro!

There is a final opportunity for a morning game walk before packing up camp and setting off back to Maun. After arriving back in the early afternoon you have the opportunity to complete your picture of the Okavango Delta by taking an optional sunset scenic flight over the delta region.

Today is a long day's drive to Francistown, originally a gold-mining centre, but nowadays the town has expanded into a retail and wholesale shopping mecca. We stock up with supplies for the next few days.

A night is spent in Johannesburg before you head for the Lowerveld region and the renowned Kruger National Park.

Departing Johannesburg you head back to Kruger National Park. Your camp for the next 2 nights is 8km from Kruger Park's Numbi Gate.

This 2nd visit to the park allows you another chance to experience viewing the abundance of game which inhabits the Kruger National Park.

After a delicious campfire breakfast you start your journey to Johannesburg. You drive back through diverse scenery before entering the bustling city, where this trip finishes.