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South Africa / Zambia/Namibia / Botswana / Zimbabwe
African Safari: A Close-up on Wildlife
Program No. 13938RJ
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African Safari: A Close-up on Wildlife
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LODGING & MEALS
Lodgings may differ by date. Select a date to see the lodgings specific to that date.
Showing Lodging & Meals For:
Apr 19, 2027 - May 03, 2027 (Johannesburg to Hwange National Park)
May 10, 2027 - May 24, 2027 (Johannesburg to Hwange National Park)
May 25, 2027 - Jun 08, 2027 (Johannesburg to Hwange National Park)
Jun 14, 2027 - Jun 28, 2027 (Johannesburg to Hwange National Park)
Jun 28, 2027 - Jul 12, 2027 (Johannesburg to Hwange National Park)
Jul 05, 2027 - Jul 19, 2027 (Johannesburg to Hwange National Park)
Jul 26, 2027 - Aug 09, 2027 (Johannesburg to Hwange National Park)
Aug 02, 2027 - Aug 16, 2027 (Johannesburg to Hwange National Park)
Aug 16, 2027 - Aug 30, 2027 (Johannesburg to Hwange National Park)
Aug 30, 2027 - Sep 13, 2027 (Johannesburg to Hwange National Park)
Sep 13, 2027 - Sep 27, 2027 (Johannesburg to Hwange National Park)
Sep 20, 2027 - Oct 04, 2027 (Johannesburg to Hwange National Park)
Oct 07, 2027 - Oct 21, 2027 (Johannesburg to Hwange National Park)
Oct 19, 2027 - Nov 02, 2027 (Johannesburg to Hwange National Park)
Lodging and meal options may differ by date. Select a date to see the information specific to that date.
What You'll Eat
12
Breakfasts
10
Lunches
2
Brunches
12
Dinners
Total:
36 Meals
The following choices may be available when requested in advance:
Vegetarian, Gluten Free.
In some cases, participants may need to self-select from the available options or supplement their meals independently.
Where You'll Stay
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Johannesburg
Melrose Place Guest Lodge is an owner-operated, boutique hotel that is conveniently located in the Melrose district of Johannesburg. The lodge’s lush, tranquil gardens are a haven for a wide variety of birdlife and make for a relaxing and charming environment. The guest lodge is conveniently located near Rosebank center and Melrose Arch shopping Centre, within a short taxi ride to many shops and restaurants. Melrose Place prides itself in personalized service and attention to detail. This property is truly an oasis in the city.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Livingstone
Newly built on the banks of the Zambezi River sits the eco-luxury camp, Lone Palm. The site is only a short distance upriver from Victoria Falls in the famous Livingstone Region—renowned for privacy and quiet amid clusters of native mahogany trees.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Caprivi Region
Situated in the Eastern Caprivi of Namibia, a narrow strip of country on the northern bank of the Chobe River, Chobe Savanna Lodge overlooks the vast floodplains of the Chobe National Park’s Puku Flats. The Chobe River is home to large herds of elephant, buffalo and hippo, migratory birds, as well as dense concentrations of other wildlife – including the rare puku antelope – which come down to the river’s edge to drink and graze.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Victoria Falls
Ilala Lodge Hotel is a family-run hotel that offers luxury and comfort in the heart of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Nestled in attractive gardens, the well-appointed hotel is a mere eight-minute walk from Victoria Falls. Ilala Lodge Hotel is ideally located and it is very easy for guests to access all the historical sites, restaurants and activities available in Victoria Falls. Wild animals, such as warthog and impala, often graze on the hotel lawns and entertain guests during mealtime. Rooms have an en-suite bathroom with a separate shower, and a patio or deck depending upon your floor, along with air conditioning.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Hwange National Park
Khulu Bush Camp is an intimate, classic safari camp built on a 6,000-acre conservation parcel of Hwange National Park, allowing unparalleled access to wildlife. The camp overlooks an ancient riverbed, also known as a "vlei," to which animals are drawn, allowing for great game viewing opportunities from the comfort of the camp! The camp consists of spacious, tented rooms, all with private bathroom facilities including indoor and outdoor bath or shower. During game drives and foot safaris at Khulu Bush Camp, witness a diverse range of habitat environments (open savannah, forest, semi-desert) that invites a mix of buffalo, zebra, impala, elephant, giraffe, and sable.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Johannesburg
Melrose Place Guest Lodge is an owner-operated, boutique hotel that is conveniently located in the Melrose district of Johannesburg. The lodge’s lush, tranquil gardens are a haven for a wide variety of birdlife and make for a relaxing and charming environment. The guest lodge is conveniently located near Rosebank center and Melrose Arch shopping Centre, within a short taxi ride to many shops and restaurants. Melrose Place prides itself in personalized service and attention to detail. This property is truly an oasis in the city.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Livingstone
Newly built on the banks of the Zambezi River sits the eco-luxury camp, Lone Palm. The site is only a short distance upriver from Victoria Falls in the famous Livingstone Region—renowned for privacy and quiet amid clusters of native mahogany trees.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Caprivi Region
Situated in the Eastern Caprivi of Namibia, a narrow strip of country on the northern bank of the Chobe River, Chobe Savanna Lodge overlooks the vast floodplains of the Chobe National Park’s Puku Flats. The Chobe River is home to large herds of elephant, buffalo and hippo, migratory birds, as well as dense concentrations of other wildlife – including the rare puku antelope – which come down to the river’s edge to drink and graze.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Victoria Falls
Ilala Lodge Hotel is a family-run hotel that offers luxury and comfort in the heart of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Nestled in attractive gardens, the well-appointed hotel is a mere eight-minute walk from Victoria Falls. Ilala Lodge Hotel is ideally located and it is very easy for guests to access all the historical sites, restaurants and activities available in Victoria Falls. Wild animals, such as warthog and impala, often graze on the hotel lawns and entertain guests during mealtime. Rooms have an en-suite bathroom with a separate shower, and a patio or deck depending upon your floor, along with air conditioning.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Hwange National Park
Khulu Bush Camp is an intimate, classic safari camp built on a 6,000-acre conservation parcel of Hwange National Park, allowing unparalleled access to wildlife. The camp overlooks an ancient riverbed, also known as a "vlei," to which animals are drawn, allowing for great game viewing opportunities from the comfort of the camp! The camp consists of spacious, tented rooms, all with private bathroom facilities including indoor and outdoor bath or shower. During game drives and foot safaris at Khulu Bush Camp, witness a diverse range of habitat environments (open savannah, forest, semi-desert) that invites a mix of buffalo, zebra, impala, elephant, giraffe, and sable.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Johannesburg
Melrose Place Guest Lodge is an owner-operated, boutique hotel that is conveniently located in the Melrose district of Johannesburg. The lodge’s lush, tranquil gardens are a haven for a wide variety of birdlife and make for a relaxing and charming environment. The guest lodge is conveniently located near Rosebank center and Melrose Arch shopping Centre, within a short taxi ride to many shops and restaurants. Melrose Place prides itself in personalized service and attention to detail. This property is truly an oasis in the city.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Livingstone
Newly built on the banks of the Zambezi River sits the eco-luxury camp, Lone Palm. The site is only a short distance upriver from Victoria Falls in the famous Livingstone Region—renowned for privacy and quiet amid clusters of native mahogany trees.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Caprivi Region
Situated in the Eastern Caprivi of Namibia, a narrow strip of country on the northern bank of the Chobe River, Chobe Savanna Lodge overlooks the vast floodplains of the Chobe National Park’s Puku Flats. The Chobe River is home to large herds of elephant, buffalo and hippo, migratory birds, as well as dense concentrations of other wildlife – including the rare puku antelope – which come down to the river’s edge to drink and graze.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Victoria Falls
Ilala Lodge Hotel is a family-run hotel that offers luxury and comfort in the heart of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Nestled in attractive gardens, the well-appointed hotel is a mere eight-minute walk from Victoria Falls. Ilala Lodge Hotel is ideally located and it is very easy for guests to access all the historical sites, restaurants and activities available in Victoria Falls. Wild animals, such as warthog and impala, often graze on the hotel lawns and entertain guests during mealtime. Rooms have an en-suite bathroom with a separate shower, and a patio or deck depending upon your floor, along with air conditioning.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Hwange National Park
Khulu Bush Camp is an intimate, classic safari camp built on a 6,000-acre conservation parcel of Hwange National Park, allowing unparalleled access to wildlife. The camp overlooks an ancient riverbed, also known as a "vlei," to which animals are drawn, allowing for great game viewing opportunities from the comfort of the camp! The camp consists of spacious, tented rooms, all with private bathroom facilities including indoor and outdoor bath or shower. During game drives and foot safaris at Khulu Bush Camp, witness a diverse range of habitat environments (open savannah, forest, semi-desert) that invites a mix of buffalo, zebra, impala, elephant, giraffe, and sable.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Johannesburg
Melrose Place Guest Lodge is an owner-operated, boutique hotel that is conveniently located in the Melrose district of Johannesburg. The lodge’s lush, tranquil gardens are a haven for a wide variety of birdlife and make for a relaxing and charming environment. The guest lodge is conveniently located near Rosebank center and Melrose Arch shopping Centre, within a short taxi ride to many shops and restaurants. Melrose Place prides itself in personalized service and attention to detail. This property is truly an oasis in the city.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Livingstone
Newly built on the banks of the Zambezi River sits the eco-luxury camp, Lone Palm. The site is only a short distance upriver from Victoria Falls in the famous Livingstone Region—renowned for privacy and quiet amid clusters of native mahogany trees.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Caprivi Region
Situated in the Eastern Caprivi of Namibia, a narrow strip of country on the northern bank of the Chobe River, Chobe Savanna Lodge overlooks the vast floodplains of the Chobe National Park’s Puku Flats. The Chobe River is home to large herds of elephant, buffalo and hippo, migratory birds, as well as dense concentrations of other wildlife – including the rare puku antelope – which come down to the river’s edge to drink and graze.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Victoria Falls
Ilala Lodge Hotel is a family-run hotel that offers luxury and comfort in the heart of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Nestled in attractive gardens, the well-appointed hotel is a mere eight-minute walk from Victoria Falls. Ilala Lodge Hotel is ideally located and it is very easy for guests to access all the historical sites, restaurants and activities available in Victoria Falls. Wild animals, such as warthog and impala, often graze on the hotel lawns and entertain guests during mealtime. Rooms have an en-suite bathroom with a separate shower, and a patio or deck depending upon your floor, along with air conditioning.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Hwange National Park
Khulu Bush Camp is an intimate, classic safari camp built on a 6,000-acre conservation parcel of Hwange National Park, allowing unparalleled access to wildlife. The camp overlooks an ancient riverbed, also known as a "vlei," to which animals are drawn, allowing for great game viewing opportunities from the comfort of the camp! The camp consists of spacious, tented rooms, all with private bathroom facilities including indoor and outdoor bath or shower. During game drives and foot safaris at Khulu Bush Camp, witness a diverse range of habitat environments (open savannah, forest, semi-desert) that invites a mix of buffalo, zebra, impala, elephant, giraffe, and sable.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Johannesburg
Melrose Place Guest Lodge is an owner-operated, boutique hotel that is conveniently located in the Melrose district of Johannesburg. The lodge’s lush, tranquil gardens are a haven for a wide variety of birdlife and make for a relaxing and charming environment. The guest lodge is conveniently located near Rosebank center and Melrose Arch shopping Centre, within a short taxi ride to many shops and restaurants. Melrose Place prides itself in personalized service and attention to detail. This property is truly an oasis in the city.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Livingstone
Newly built on the banks of the Zambezi River sits the eco-luxury camp, Lone Palm. The site is only a short distance upriver from Victoria Falls in the famous Livingstone Region—renowned for privacy and quiet amid clusters of native mahogany trees.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Caprivi Region
Situated in the Eastern Caprivi of Namibia, a narrow strip of country on the northern bank of the Chobe River, Chobe Savanna Lodge overlooks the vast floodplains of the Chobe National Park’s Puku Flats. The Chobe River is home to large herds of elephant, buffalo and hippo, migratory birds, as well as dense concentrations of other wildlife – including the rare puku antelope – which come down to the river’s edge to drink and graze.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Victoria Falls
Ilala Lodge Hotel is a family-run hotel that offers luxury and comfort in the heart of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Nestled in attractive gardens, the well-appointed hotel is a mere eight-minute walk from Victoria Falls. Ilala Lodge Hotel is ideally located and it is very easy for guests to access all the historical sites, restaurants and activities available in Victoria Falls. Wild animals, such as warthog and impala, often graze on the hotel lawns and entertain guests during mealtime. Rooms have an en-suite bathroom with a separate shower, and a patio or deck depending upon your floor, along with air conditioning.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Hwange National Park
Khulu Bush Camp is an intimate, classic safari camp built on a 6,000-acre conservation parcel of Hwange National Park, allowing unparalleled access to wildlife. The camp overlooks an ancient riverbed, also known as a "vlei," to which animals are drawn, allowing for great game viewing opportunities from the comfort of the camp! The camp consists of spacious, tented rooms, all with private bathroom facilities including indoor and outdoor bath or shower. During game drives and foot safaris at Khulu Bush Camp, witness a diverse range of habitat environments (open savannah, forest, semi-desert) that invites a mix of buffalo, zebra, impala, elephant, giraffe, and sable.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Johannesburg
Melrose Place Guest Lodge is an owner-operated, boutique hotel that is conveniently located in the Melrose district of Johannesburg. The lodge’s lush, tranquil gardens are a haven for a wide variety of birdlife and make for a relaxing and charming environment. The guest lodge is conveniently located near Rosebank center and Melrose Arch shopping Centre, within a short taxi ride to many shops and restaurants. Melrose Place prides itself in personalized service and attention to detail. This property is truly an oasis in the city.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Livingstone
Newly built on the banks of the Zambezi River sits the eco-luxury camp, Lone Palm. The site is only a short distance upriver from Victoria Falls in the famous Livingstone Region—renowned for privacy and quiet amid clusters of native mahogany trees.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Caprivi Region
Situated in the Eastern Caprivi of Namibia, a narrow strip of country on the northern bank of the Chobe River, Chobe Savanna Lodge overlooks the vast floodplains of the Chobe National Park’s Puku Flats. The Chobe River is home to large herds of elephant, buffalo and hippo, migratory birds, as well as dense concentrations of other wildlife – including the rare puku antelope – which come down to the river’s edge to drink and graze.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Victoria Falls
Ilala Lodge Hotel is a family-run hotel that offers luxury and comfort in the heart of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Nestled in attractive gardens, the well-appointed hotel is a mere eight-minute walk from Victoria Falls. Ilala Lodge Hotel is ideally located and it is very easy for guests to access all the historical sites, restaurants and activities available in Victoria Falls. Wild animals, such as warthog and impala, often graze on the hotel lawns and entertain guests during mealtime. Rooms have an en-suite bathroom with a separate shower, and a patio or deck depending upon your floor, along with air conditioning.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Hwange National Park
Khulu Bush Camp is an intimate, classic safari camp built on a 6,000-acre conservation parcel of Hwange National Park, allowing unparalleled access to wildlife. The camp overlooks an ancient riverbed, also known as a "vlei," to which animals are drawn, allowing for great game viewing opportunities from the comfort of the camp! The camp consists of spacious, tented rooms, all with private bathroom facilities including indoor and outdoor bath or shower. During game drives and foot safaris at Khulu Bush Camp, witness a diverse range of habitat environments (open savannah, forest, semi-desert) that invites a mix of buffalo, zebra, impala, elephant, giraffe, and sable.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Johannesburg
Melrose Place Guest Lodge is an owner-operated, boutique hotel that is conveniently located in the Melrose district of Johannesburg. The lodge’s lush, tranquil gardens are a haven for a wide variety of birdlife and make for a relaxing and charming environment. The guest lodge is conveniently located near Rosebank center and Melrose Arch shopping Centre, within a short taxi ride to many shops and restaurants. Melrose Place prides itself in personalized service and attention to detail. This property is truly an oasis in the city.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Livingstone
Newly built on the banks of the Zambezi River sits the eco-luxury camp, Lone Palm. The site is only a short distance upriver from Victoria Falls in the famous Livingstone Region—renowned for privacy and quiet amid clusters of native mahogany trees.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Chobe
As the only lodge in Chobe National Park, Chobe Game Lodge is the perfect place to enjoy magnificent views over the Chobe River as well as a friendly visit from the local wildlife. Its recently built boardwalk gives a new meaning to game-viewing, as you enjoy some refreshments on deck while watching herds of elephant, and various other wildlife, congregate by the river to bathe, drink, and play.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Victoria Falls
Ilala Lodge Hotel is a family-run hotel that offers luxury and comfort in the heart of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Nestled in attractive gardens, the well-appointed hotel is a mere eight-minute walk from Victoria Falls. Ilala Lodge Hotel is ideally located and it is very easy for guests to access all the historical sites, restaurants and activities available in Victoria Falls. Wild animals, such as warthog and impala, often graze on the hotel lawns and entertain guests during mealtime. Rooms have an en-suite bathroom with a separate shower, and a patio or deck depending upon your floor, along with air conditioning.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Hwange National Park
Khulu Bush Camp is an intimate, classic safari camp built on a 6,000-acre conservation parcel of Hwange National Park, allowing unparalleled access to wildlife. The camp overlooks an ancient riverbed, also known as a "vlei," to which animals are drawn, allowing for great game viewing opportunities from the comfort of the camp! The camp consists of spacious, tented rooms, all with private bathroom facilities including indoor and outdoor bath or shower. During game drives and foot safaris at Khulu Bush Camp, witness a diverse range of habitat environments (open savannah, forest, semi-desert) that invites a mix of buffalo, zebra, impala, elephant, giraffe, and sable.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Johannesburg
Melrose Place Guest Lodge is an owner-operated, boutique hotel that is conveniently located in the Melrose district of Johannesburg. The lodge’s lush, tranquil gardens are a haven for a wide variety of birdlife and make for a relaxing and charming environment. The guest lodge is conveniently located near Rosebank center and Melrose Arch shopping Centre, within a short taxi ride to many shops and restaurants. Melrose Place prides itself in personalized service and attention to detail. This property is truly an oasis in the city.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Livingstone
Newly built on the banks of the Zambezi River sits the eco-luxury camp, Lone Palm. The site is only a short distance upriver from Victoria Falls in the famous Livingstone Region—renowned for privacy and quiet amid clusters of native mahogany trees.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Caprivi Region
Situated in the Eastern Caprivi of Namibia, a narrow strip of country on the northern bank of the Chobe River, Chobe Savanna Lodge overlooks the vast floodplains of the Chobe National Park’s Puku Flats. The Chobe River is home to large herds of elephant, buffalo and hippo, migratory birds, as well as dense concentrations of other wildlife – including the rare puku antelope – which come down to the river’s edge to drink and graze.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Victoria Falls
Ilala Lodge Hotel is a family-run hotel that offers luxury and comfort in the heart of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Nestled in attractive gardens, the well-appointed hotel is a mere eight-minute walk from Victoria Falls. Ilala Lodge Hotel is ideally located and it is very easy for guests to access all the historical sites, restaurants and activities available in Victoria Falls. Wild animals, such as warthog and impala, often graze on the hotel lawns and entertain guests during mealtime. Rooms have an en-suite bathroom with a separate shower, and a patio or deck depending upon your floor, along with air conditioning.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Hwange National Park
Khulu Bush Camp is an intimate, classic safari camp built on a 6,000-acre conservation parcel of Hwange National Park, allowing unparalleled access to wildlife. The camp overlooks an ancient riverbed, also known as a "vlei," to which animals are drawn, allowing for great game viewing opportunities from the comfort of the camp! The camp consists of spacious, tented rooms, all with private bathroom facilities including indoor and outdoor bath or shower. During game drives and foot safaris at Khulu Bush Camp, witness a diverse range of habitat environments (open savannah, forest, semi-desert) that invites a mix of buffalo, zebra, impala, elephant, giraffe, and sable.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Johannesburg
Melrose Place Guest Lodge is an owner-operated, boutique hotel that is conveniently located in the Melrose district of Johannesburg. The lodge’s lush, tranquil gardens are a haven for a wide variety of birdlife and make for a relaxing and charming environment. The guest lodge is conveniently located near Rosebank center and Melrose Arch shopping Centre, within a short taxi ride to many shops and restaurants. Melrose Place prides itself in personalized service and attention to detail. This property is truly an oasis in the city.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Livingstone
Newly built on the banks of the Zambezi River sits the eco-luxury camp, Lone Palm. The site is only a short distance upriver from Victoria Falls in the famous Livingstone Region—renowned for privacy and quiet amid clusters of native mahogany trees.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Caprivi Region
Situated in the Eastern Caprivi of Namibia, a narrow strip of country on the northern bank of the Chobe River, Chobe Savanna Lodge overlooks the vast floodplains of the Chobe National Park’s Puku Flats. The Chobe River is home to large herds of elephant, buffalo and hippo, migratory birds, as well as dense concentrations of other wildlife – including the rare puku antelope – which come down to the river’s edge to drink and graze.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Victoria Falls
Ilala Lodge Hotel is a family-run hotel that offers luxury and comfort in the heart of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Nestled in attractive gardens, the well-appointed hotel is a mere eight-minute walk from Victoria Falls. Ilala Lodge Hotel is ideally located and it is very easy for guests to access all the historical sites, restaurants and activities available in Victoria Falls. Wild animals, such as warthog and impala, often graze on the hotel lawns and entertain guests during mealtime. Rooms have an en-suite bathroom with a separate shower, and a patio or deck depending upon your floor, along with air conditioning.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Hwange National Park
Khulu Bush Camp is an intimate, classic safari camp built on a 6,000-acre conservation parcel of Hwange National Park, allowing unparalleled access to wildlife. The camp overlooks an ancient riverbed, also known as a "vlei," to which animals are drawn, allowing for great game viewing opportunities from the comfort of the camp! The camp consists of spacious, tented rooms, all with private bathroom facilities including indoor and outdoor bath or shower. During game drives and foot safaris at Khulu Bush Camp, witness a diverse range of habitat environments (open savannah, forest, semi-desert) that invites a mix of buffalo, zebra, impala, elephant, giraffe, and sable.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Johannesburg
Melrose Place Guest Lodge is an owner-operated, boutique hotel that is conveniently located in the Melrose district of Johannesburg. The lodge’s lush, tranquil gardens are a haven for a wide variety of birdlife and make for a relaxing and charming environment. The guest lodge is conveniently located near Rosebank center and Melrose Arch shopping Centre, within a short taxi ride to many shops and restaurants. Melrose Place prides itself in personalized service and attention to detail. This property is truly an oasis in the city.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Livingstone
Newly built on the banks of the Zambezi River sits the eco-luxury camp, Lone Palm. The site is only a short distance upriver from Victoria Falls in the famous Livingstone Region—renowned for privacy and quiet amid clusters of native mahogany trees.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Caprivi Region
Situated in the Eastern Caprivi of Namibia, a narrow strip of country on the northern bank of the Chobe River, Chobe Savanna Lodge overlooks the vast floodplains of the Chobe National Park’s Puku Flats. The Chobe River is home to large herds of elephant, buffalo and hippo, migratory birds, as well as dense concentrations of other wildlife – including the rare puku antelope – which come down to the river’s edge to drink and graze.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Victoria Falls
Ilala Lodge Hotel is a family-run hotel that offers luxury and comfort in the heart of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Nestled in attractive gardens, the well-appointed hotel is a mere eight-minute walk from Victoria Falls. Ilala Lodge Hotel is ideally located and it is very easy for guests to access all the historical sites, restaurants and activities available in Victoria Falls. Wild animals, such as warthog and impala, often graze on the hotel lawns and entertain guests during mealtime. Rooms have an en-suite bathroom with a separate shower, and a patio or deck depending upon your floor, along with air conditioning.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Hwange National Park
Khulu Bush Camp is an intimate, classic safari camp built on a 6,000-acre conservation parcel of Hwange National Park, allowing unparalleled access to wildlife. The camp overlooks an ancient riverbed, also known as a "vlei," to which animals are drawn, allowing for great game viewing opportunities from the comfort of the camp! The camp consists of spacious, tented rooms, all with private bathroom facilities including indoor and outdoor bath or shower. During game drives and foot safaris at Khulu Bush Camp, witness a diverse range of habitat environments (open savannah, forest, semi-desert) that invites a mix of buffalo, zebra, impala, elephant, giraffe, and sable.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Johannesburg
Melrose Place Guest Lodge is an owner-operated, boutique hotel that is conveniently located in the Melrose district of Johannesburg. The lodge’s lush, tranquil gardens are a haven for a wide variety of birdlife and make for a relaxing and charming environment. The guest lodge is conveniently located near Rosebank center and Melrose Arch shopping Centre, within a short taxi ride to many shops and restaurants. Melrose Place prides itself in personalized service and attention to detail. This property is truly an oasis in the city.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Livingstone
Newly built on the banks of the Zambezi River sits the eco-luxury camp, Lone Palm. The site is only a short distance upriver from Victoria Falls in the famous Livingstone Region—renowned for privacy and quiet amid clusters of native mahogany trees.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Caprivi Region
Situated in the Eastern Caprivi of Namibia, a narrow strip of country on the northern bank of the Chobe River, Chobe Savanna Lodge overlooks the vast floodplains of the Chobe National Park’s Puku Flats. The Chobe River is home to large herds of elephant, buffalo and hippo, migratory birds, as well as dense concentrations of other wildlife – including the rare puku antelope – which come down to the river’s edge to drink and graze.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Victoria Falls
Ilala Lodge Hotel is a family-run hotel that offers luxury and comfort in the heart of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Nestled in attractive gardens, the well-appointed hotel is a mere eight-minute walk from Victoria Falls. Ilala Lodge Hotel is ideally located and it is very easy for guests to access all the historical sites, restaurants and activities available in Victoria Falls. Wild animals, such as warthog and impala, often graze on the hotel lawns and entertain guests during mealtime. Rooms have an en-suite bathroom with a separate shower, and a patio or deck depending upon your floor, along with air conditioning.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Hwange National Park
Khulu Bush Camp is an intimate, classic safari camp built on a 6,000-acre conservation parcel of Hwange National Park, allowing unparalleled access to wildlife. The camp overlooks an ancient riverbed, also known as a "vlei," to which animals are drawn, allowing for great game viewing opportunities from the comfort of the camp! The camp consists of spacious, tented rooms, all with private bathroom facilities including indoor and outdoor bath or shower. During game drives and foot safaris at Khulu Bush Camp, witness a diverse range of habitat environments (open savannah, forest, semi-desert) that invites a mix of buffalo, zebra, impala, elephant, giraffe, and sable.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Johannesburg
Melrose Place Guest Lodge is an owner-operated, boutique hotel that is conveniently located in the Melrose district of Johannesburg. The lodge’s lush, tranquil gardens are a haven for a wide variety of birdlife and make for a relaxing and charming environment. The guest lodge is conveniently located near Rosebank center and Melrose Arch shopping Centre, within a short taxi ride to many shops and restaurants. Melrose Place prides itself in personalized service and attention to detail. This property is truly an oasis in the city.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Livingstone
Newly built on the banks of the Zambezi River sits the eco-luxury camp, Lone Palm. The site is only a short distance upriver from Victoria Falls in the famous Livingstone Region—renowned for privacy and quiet amid clusters of native mahogany trees.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Chobe
As the only lodge in Chobe National Park, Chobe Game Lodge is the perfect place to enjoy magnificent views over the Chobe River as well as a friendly visit from the local wildlife. Its recently built boardwalk gives a new meaning to game-viewing, as you enjoy some refreshments on deck while watching herds of elephant, and various other wildlife, congregate by the river to bathe, drink, and play.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Victoria Falls
Ilala Lodge Hotel is a family-run hotel that offers luxury and comfort in the heart of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Nestled in attractive gardens, the well-appointed hotel is a mere eight-minute walk from Victoria Falls. Ilala Lodge Hotel is ideally located and it is very easy for guests to access all the historical sites, restaurants and activities available in Victoria Falls. Wild animals, such as warthog and impala, often graze on the hotel lawns and entertain guests during mealtime. Rooms have an en-suite bathroom with a separate shower, and a patio or deck depending upon your floor, along with air conditioning.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Hwange National Park
Khulu Bush Camp is an intimate, classic safari camp built on a 6,000-acre conservation parcel of Hwange National Park, allowing unparalleled access to wildlife. The camp overlooks an ancient riverbed, also known as a "vlei," to which animals are drawn, allowing for great game viewing opportunities from the comfort of the camp! The camp consists of spacious, tented rooms, all with private bathroom facilities including indoor and outdoor bath or shower. During game drives and foot safaris at Khulu Bush Camp, witness a diverse range of habitat environments (open savannah, forest, semi-desert) that invites a mix of buffalo, zebra, impala, elephant, giraffe, and sable.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Johannesburg
Melrose Place Guest Lodge is an owner-operated, boutique hotel that is conveniently located in the Melrose district of Johannesburg. The lodge’s lush, tranquil gardens are a haven for a wide variety of birdlife and make for a relaxing and charming environment. The guest lodge is conveniently located near Rosebank center and Melrose Arch shopping Centre, within a short taxi ride to many shops and restaurants. Melrose Place prides itself in personalized service and attention to detail. This property is truly an oasis in the city.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Livingstone
Newly built on the banks of the Zambezi River sits the eco-luxury camp, Lone Palm. The site is only a short distance upriver from Victoria Falls in the famous Livingstone Region—renowned for privacy and quiet amid clusters of native mahogany trees.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Caprivi Region
Situated in the Eastern Caprivi of Namibia, a narrow strip of country on the northern bank of the Chobe River, Chobe Savanna Lodge overlooks the vast floodplains of the Chobe National Park’s Puku Flats. The Chobe River is home to large herds of elephant, buffalo and hippo, migratory birds, as well as dense concentrations of other wildlife – including the rare puku antelope – which come down to the river’s edge to drink and graze.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Victoria Falls
Ilala Lodge Hotel is a family-run hotel that offers luxury and comfort in the heart of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Nestled in attractive gardens, the well-appointed hotel is a mere eight-minute walk from Victoria Falls. Ilala Lodge Hotel is ideally located and it is very easy for guests to access all the historical sites, restaurants and activities available in Victoria Falls. Wild animals, such as warthog and impala, often graze on the hotel lawns and entertain guests during mealtime. Rooms have an en-suite bathroom with a separate shower, and a patio or deck depending upon your floor, along with air conditioning.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Hwange National Park
Khulu Bush Camp is an intimate, classic safari camp built on a 6,000-acre conservation parcel of Hwange National Park, allowing unparalleled access to wildlife. The camp overlooks an ancient riverbed, also known as a "vlei," to which animals are drawn, allowing for great game viewing opportunities from the comfort of the camp! The camp consists of spacious, tented rooms, all with private bathroom facilities including indoor and outdoor bath or shower. During game drives and foot safaris at Khulu Bush Camp, witness a diverse range of habitat environments (open savannah, forest, semi-desert) that invites a mix of buffalo, zebra, impala, elephant, giraffe, and sable.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Johannesburg
Melrose Place Guest Lodge is an owner-operated, boutique hotel that is conveniently located in the Melrose district of Johannesburg. The lodge’s lush, tranquil gardens are a haven for a wide variety of birdlife and make for a relaxing and charming environment. The guest lodge is conveniently located near Rosebank center and Melrose Arch shopping Centre, within a short taxi ride to many shops and restaurants. Melrose Place prides itself in personalized service and attention to detail. This property is truly an oasis in the city.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Livingstone
Newly built on the banks of the Zambezi River sits the eco-luxury camp, Lone Palm. The site is only a short distance upriver from Victoria Falls in the famous Livingstone Region—renowned for privacy and quiet amid clusters of native mahogany trees.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Caprivi Region
Situated in the Eastern Caprivi of Namibia, a narrow strip of country on the northern bank of the Chobe River, Chobe Savanna Lodge overlooks the vast floodplains of the Chobe National Park’s Puku Flats. The Chobe River is home to large herds of elephant, buffalo and hippo, migratory birds, as well as dense concentrations of other wildlife – including the rare puku antelope – which come down to the river’s edge to drink and graze.
2 NIGHTS
Location:
Victoria Falls
Ilala Lodge Hotel is a family-run hotel that offers luxury and comfort in the heart of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Nestled in attractive gardens, the well-appointed hotel is a mere eight-minute walk from Victoria Falls. Ilala Lodge Hotel is ideally located and it is very easy for guests to access all the historical sites, restaurants and activities available in Victoria Falls. Wild animals, such as warthog and impala, often graze on the hotel lawns and entertain guests during mealtime. Rooms have an en-suite bathroom with a separate shower, and a patio or deck depending upon your floor, along with air conditioning.
3 NIGHTS
Location:
Hwange National Park
Khulu Bush Camp is an intimate, classic safari camp built on a 6,000-acre conservation parcel of Hwange National Park, allowing unparalleled access to wildlife. The camp overlooks an ancient riverbed, also known as a "vlei," to which animals are drawn, allowing for great game viewing opportunities from the comfort of the camp! The camp consists of spacious, tented rooms, all with private bathroom facilities including indoor and outdoor bath or shower. During game drives and foot safaris at Khulu Bush Camp, witness a diverse range of habitat environments (open savannah, forest, semi-desert) that invites a mix of buffalo, zebra, impala, elephant, giraffe, and sable.
Travel Information, Transportation Details & Required Documents
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May 25 - Jun 8, 2027
Jun 14 - Jun 28, 2027
Jun 28 - Jul 12, 2027
Jul 5 - Jul 19, 2027
Jul 26 - Aug 9, 2027
Aug 2 - Aug 16, 2027
Aug 16 - Aug 30, 2027
Aug 30 - Sep 13, 2027
Sep 13 - Sep 27, 2027
Sep 20 - Oct 4, 2027
Oct 7 - Oct 21, 2027
Oct 19 - Nov 2, 2027
Documents
Personal Information and Preferences
After you enroll, we’ll ask you to provide or update your personal information and preferences, which includes your health information, lodging and meal preferences for your program.
A signed liability waiver is required before travel by the program provider (EXPLORE, Inc); the form is found at the back of the first informational mailing. During the program, you will be asked to sign indemnity waivers on-site at the safari lodges and for your elephant encounter activity; examples of these are included in the first informational mailing. U.S. passports need a minimum of 6 blank visa pages (not amendment/endorsement pages at the back) given the number of border crossings and country requirements; Canadian passports need a minimum of 8 blank pages. A visa for Zimbabwe will be purchased for you at the border (included in program cost). No visa needed for South Africa, Zambia or Botswana. The visa for Namibia is not included in the program and should be obtained in advance, either applying directly online or using Passport Visas Express.
Passport
A passport is required for this program. It must be valid for at least 6 months after your return date.
This information about travel documents pertains to participants holding U.S. passports. Non-U.S. citizens should refer to their country's requirements to ensure they have the necessary documentation for travel.
Visas
Botswana
Your passport must have 1 blank passport page(s) for entry/exit visas in this country.
A travel visa is not required
The cost of this visa is not included in the cost of your trip.
Zambia
Your passport must have 1 blank passport page(s) for entry/exit visas in this country.
A travel visa is not required
The cost of this visa is not included in the cost of your trip.
Zimbabwe
Your passport must have 2 blank passport page(s) for entry/exit visas in this country.
A travel visa is required and it must be obtained in advance.
This visa is included in the cost of your trip.
You’ll receive detailed information about your required entry documents in the information packet we send after you enroll.
Please note: The Zimbabwe visa is included in your program cost and will be paid on your behalf when you cross into the country. However, the immigration form for Zimbabwe must be filled out electronically in advance of the trip. Step-by-step instructions are provided in your informational packets. Please contact EXPLORE (Program Provider) with any questions; email: roadscholar.programs@exploreinc.com or phone: 800-303-6002.
Namibia
Your passport must have 3 blank passport page(s) for entry/exit visas in this country.
A travel visa is required and it must be obtained in advance.
The cost of this visa is not included in the cost of your trip.
Your visa can be secured electronically. You may use the services of our designated visa service, Passport Visa Express, please see details on the process and the price at Passport Visa Express. If you prefer you may secure your electronic visa on your own, see the notes below for details.
Please note: Americans and Canadians need an entry visa for Namibia. The cost is N$1,600 per person (approximately US$90). Step-by-step instructions on how to obtain the visa yourself online in advance will be provided in the trip materials, or you can choose to work with Passport Visas Express to process the application. Cost can be paid using a Visa or MasterCard. Visa can also be obtained upon arrival at the Namibian border, but obtaining online in advance is strongly recommended to avoid lengthy delays at the border crossing. PLEASE NOTE that visa applications can only be made starting 90 days before entry to Namibia; please only apply within this timeline for your trip.
South Africa
Your passport must have 2 blank passport page(s) for entry/exit visas in this country.
A travel visa is required and it may be obtained upon arrival.
This visa is included in the cost of your trip.
You’ll receive detailed information about your required entry documents in the information packet we send after you enroll.
Please note: South Africa does not require a visa for American or Canadian citizens, however you must have two blank visa pages in your passport, plus one blank visa page each for every other country visited on the trip, to gain entry to South Africa. South Africa requires a customs/declaration form to be filled out online within 24 hours of departure for South Africa. Your airline should provide the link when you check in, otherwise you can find the form online here: https://www.sars.gov.za/travellerdeclaration/. You do NOT need to make an account/register in order to fill out this form, it is a simple customs form asking for your mode of travel/arrival into South Africa, passport information and where you are staying - you can simply put the name of the hotel and city where you are staying when first in the country, you do not need the full address. Only fields marked with an asterisk need to be filled out. We suggest choosing “no goods to declare” when filling out the form.
Health Requirements
Health Requirements
Malaria does occur in Southern Africa. It is essential that you consult your health care professional as to which medications are recommended against malaria. They will probably suggest a prophylactic course of one of the anti-malarial drugs, which may need to be started two weeks prior to departure. For this reason, you should consult with your health professional well in advance of your departure. Tell your physician that you will spend 11 days in malarial areas. Your travel doctor may recommend other vaccinations besides malaria precautions - any vaccinations are your personal preference on if you would like to get them or not. If you are doing any pre-program travel in a Yellow Fever infected country, such as Kenya (among others), then proof of Yellow Fever vaccination will be required upon entry in South Africa; if you are simply flying to South Africa from North America or Europe, then Yellow Fever proof is not needed. Since game drives can be bumpy, pack motion sickness medication if you are sensitive. If you have any unusual prescriptions, carry a letter from your physician explaining your need for the drug. Make sure your medication supply will be sufficient to last the entire trip. Avoiding scented bath products will deter bugs, but if you are allergic to bee stings or other insect bites be sure to to bring a sufficient supply of antidote. Safari camps will have basic first-aid kits for minor medical needs. In case of more serious matters, evacuation to a hospital will be arranged.
Traveling by Air
Plane
If Road Scholar is arranging your air travel to and from the program, and you travel on the scheduled start and end dates, you’ll receive free round-trip transfers from the airport to the hotel.
Arrival day is on October 20, 2027
Meet the group at Melrose Place Guest Lodge in Johannesburg
Start of Trip: 2:00 p.m. hotel check-in; 7:00 p.m. Welcome Dinner followed by Orientation.
Getting to the site: Arrival transfers from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to the lodge in Johannesburg are provided for all participants, including "Program Only Participants;" transfer time is approximately 30 minutes. Transfers are also provided even if arriving early to the program. For Program Only Participants, please be sure to send your international flight details to the Program Provider, EXPLORE, Inc (email: roadscholar.programs@exploreinc.com) for coordination purposes.
Your trip ends on: Monday, November 1, 2027 in Hwange National Park at Khulu Bush Camp
End of Trip: 3:45 p.m. after arrival of flight from Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, at O. R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg.
Getting to the airport: Group transfer from the last location to the Victoria Falls Airport is included for everyone. The flight from Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe to Johannesburg is also included in the program price for all participants. Upon arrival in Johannesburg, you connect to international departures; no further ground transfers are needed unless ongoing travel is planned. Program Provider can help with ongoing travel arrangements if needed.
Information if you are purchasing your own airfare: Arrival airport transfers are provided for all participants in Johannesburg, regardless of booking status and even if arriving early to the program. If you have chosen the Program Only Option (POP option), please be sure to send flight details to the Program Provider (EXPLORE, Inc) so that appropriate airport transfers can be arranged; email flight information to roadscholar.programs@exploreinc.com. Please note the correct start and end dates in Johannesburg when booking your international flights. Contact EXPLORE with any questions. For departure, independent travelers do not need to arrange any separate transfers from the group. The group is transferred from your final lodge to the Victoria Falls airport. The flight from Victoria Falls to Johannesburg is also included for everyone in the program price. Once in Johannesburg, you will connect to international flights home; no further ground transfers are needed unless ongoing travel is planned. EXPLORE can help with extra travel arrangements if interested.
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