South Africa / Zambia/Namibia / Botswana / Zimbabwe

Southern Africa Birding Safari: From Zimbabwe to Zambia & Beyond

Program No. 21528RJ
Add the birds of Southern Africa to your birding life list as you explore the diverse habitats of four countries with experts, spotting unique wildlife and learning about local culture.

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At a Glance

Embark on the birding adventure of a lifetime in some of Southern Africa’s most renowned national parks. Search for beautiful and exotic species such as Carmine Bee-eaters, Rock Pratincoles, Western Banded Snake Eagles, African Jacanas, Sacred Ibis and countless more. Be there at the optimal time of year, as migratory birds are in the area, and learn from local experts who speak in-depth about the birdlife, wildlife, flora and cultures you encounter.
Activity Level
Outdoor: No Sweat
Walking up to two miles daily on paved, possibly uneven paths. Open-air safari vehicles require stamina, flexibility, stability for long rides, getting in and out. Elevations up to 5,575 feet.
Small Group
Small Group
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.

What You'll Learn

  • Wonder at myriad birdlife present in Southern Africa, up to 400+ different species in some locations.
  • Marvel at the beauty of Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.
  • Search for the “Big Five” (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and Cape buffalo) while on safari in Hwange and Chobe National Parks.

General Notes

All Road Scholar birding programs have a maximum participant-to-instructor ratio of 14:1 in the field. We adhere to the American Birding Association’s Code of Ethics. Learn more at http://www.aba.org/about/ethics.html Please refer to the “Travel Information” section on the Road Scholar website, the start/end time listed in your first informational packet or contact the provider if you plan on booking your own flights for correct arrival and departure dates. Due to the nature of this program, listening devices are not available.
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Sam Mushandu
Sam was born in a small village in southeast Zimbabwe. Growing up in the village gave him an appreciation for nature, particularly during holidays when he would herd his family’s cattle in the bush. Sam attended Bulawayo Commercial College and is an award-winning safari educator. He has lead learning safaris throughout southern Africa, including top destinations like Hwange and Kafue National Parks. Sam lives with his wife and family in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and enjoys history and fishing. (Be prepared to hear some fishing stories!)

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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Sam was born in a small village in southeast Zimbabwe. Growing up in the village gave him an appreciation for nature, particularly during holidays when he would herd his family’s cattle in the bush. Sam attended Bulawayo Commercial College and is an award-winning safari educator. He has lead learning safaris throughout southern Africa, including top destinations like Hwange and Kafue National Parks. Sam lives with his wife and family in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and enjoys history and fishing. (Be prepared to hear some fishing stories!)
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Chris Chiparaushe was born in Zimbabwe and exposed to the bush from an early age when he herded cattle with his grandfather over school holidays. He learned a lot about animals, birds and plants from his grandfather, and knew from an early age that he wanted to work in hospitality. He studied tourism management in Victoria Falls and has been a professional leader since 1998. He is especially passionate about birding and astronomy and loves teaching travelers about Southern Africa’s rich history and culture.
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15 days
14 nights
36 meals
12 B 2BR 10 L 12 D
DAY
1
In Transit to Program
In Flight
DAY
2
Arrive Johannesburg, Check-in, Orientation, Welcome Dinner
Johannesburg
D
City Lodge Hotel Eastgate

Activity note: Hotel check-in from 2:00 p.m.

Afternoon: Check in at the hotel and relax before the welcome dinner.

Dinner: At the hotel, enjoy an a la carte welcome dinner. A welcome drink, bottled water, coffee and tea are provided; additional beverages available for purchase.

Evening: Orientation: The Group Leader will greet everyone and lead introductions. We will review the up-to-date program schedule, discuss roles and responsibilities, logistics, safety guidelines, emergency procedures, and answer questions. We are fortunate to have as our Group Leader a knowledgeable expert who will also serve as our primary lecturer. In addition, we will have the benefit of local experts who will join us at different sites. Periods in the schedule designated as “Free time” and “At leisure” offer opportunities to do what you like and make your experience even more meaningful and memorable according to your personal preferences. The Group Leader will be happy to offer suggestions. Program activities, schedules, personnel, and indicated distances or times may change due to local circumstances/conditions. In the event of changes, we will alert you as quickly as possible. Thank you for your understanding. Continue getting to know your fellow participants, settle in, and get a good night’s rest for the day ahead.

DAY
3
Birding near Johannesburg
Johannesburg
B,L,D
City Lodge Hotel Eastgate

Activity note: The birding today is done on foot; total distance covered may be up to 2 miles on paved walkways. Total driving approx. 90 miles; about 2 hours.

Breakfast: Taken at the hotel, breakfast will be an expansive buffet featuring a variety of cold cereals, fresh fruit, cold meats and cheeses, pastries and hot items such as bacon, sausage, tomatoes and mushrooms. Omelettes, eggs and waffles can be cooked on demand. Fruit juices, coffee, tea, milk and water provided.

Morning: Transfer by motorcoach east of Johannesburg to the Marievale Bird Sanctuary, a provincial nature reserve that has been designated an Important Bird Area in South Africa. Marievale has been shaped by the gold mining activities in the area; much of the water that fills the floodplain has been pumped up from underground, creating a body of water that attracts an extraordinary number of birds. Habitats within the sanctuary include shallow open water, reedbeds and grassland, so the variety of birds is impressive with some 280 species having been recorded in the area. Here one can often see specials like little bittern, slaty egrets, black and squacco herons, and handsome red-knobbed coots along with the usual aquatic species such as African rails, crakes, moorhens, cormorants and snipes. Additionally, it may well be the only place in the Gauteng region where it is relatively easy to see fulvous duck and South African shelduck. The wetland sanctuary does have a history of attracting extremely rare vagrants, with past sightings including buff-spotted flufftails, buff-breasted sandpiper, and a black-tailed godwit. In the company of our Group Leader, we will bird the varied environments in Marievale.

Lunch: In Marievale, we’ll find a nice spot to enjoy our boxed lunches with bottled water.

Afternoon: We’ll continue birding in Marievale. In the mid-afternoon, we will return to the hotel with some time to relax before dinner.

Dinner: At the hotel.

Evening: At leisure.

DAY
4
Fly to Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls - Zimbabwean Side
Victoria Falls
B,L,D
Ilala Lodge

Activity note: Flight time is 1 hour 40 minutes. Drive time from the airport to the lodge approx. 20 minutes; 13 miles. In order to see all viewpoints at the Falls, approximate length of walk is 2 miles on paved paths. It is possible to walk less and see some, but not all, viewpoints. Paths may be slick from mist, but are mostly flat.

Breakfast: At the hotel.

Morning: This morning, we will board our minibus and transfer to the Johannesburg airport to board our commercial flight to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.

Lunch: Lunch provided in flight.

Afternoon: Arrive Victoria Falls where we will clear customs and immigration; please be advised that long lines at Victoria Falls airport can sometimes cause delays while obtaining a visa. After clearing Zimbabwean immigration, we will be transferred to the lodge for check-in. Later this afternoon, we will visit Victoria Falls on the Zimbabwean side. Because the waterfall spans the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, it is visible from both countries. However, viewing from the Zimbabwean side is preferred as more of the waterfall falls on this side. Here, our Group Leader will lead us on a walk to the various viewpoints and show us how, through the millennia, the forces of nature have created this marvelous spectacle, Africa’s greatest waterfall. After viewing the Falls, we will return to the lodge in our minibus.

Dinner: At a nearby restaurant in Victoria Falls, we will have a buffet meal featuring traditional Zimbabwean dishes, plus water, tea and coffee. As we interact with our hosts, we’ll learn about local ingredients and cooking traditions in this part of Zimbabwe. Other beverages are available for purchase.

Evening: At leisure.

DAY
5
Birding Drive, Local Community Visit, Wildlife Trust
Victoria Falls
B,L,D
Ilala Lodge

Activity note: Birding drive lasts approx. 4 hours. Total transfer time approx. 1.5 hour round-trip; approx. 20 miles. Minimal walking at the community visit, dirt paths. Periods of standing at the community visit and Trust.

Breakfast: Packed breakfast with homemade muffin, fruit, yogurt, oat cookies, water and tea/coffee will be provided during the morning drive.

Morning: We will start at sunrise for a birding-focused drive to several local hot spots in the Victoria Falls area. In open-air, 4x4 safari vehicles, we will start in town, driving along the Zambezi River and stopping at the golf course, as well as the water treatment plant; at both locations, we will have a chance to get out of the vehicle and walk a short distance searching for birds. Our drive will continue into the eastern side of Zambezi National Park, moving slowly through prime areas for birding from the vehicle. Species sighted today may include the black eagle, African skimmer, Taita falcon and half-collared kingfisher. Big game animals such as elephant, buffalo, zebra, giraffe, waterbuck and sable antelope may also be spotted inside the park. We will return to the lodge in the late morning before departing for lunch.

Lunch: Taken at a local restaurant with scenic views, our lunch will be a 2-course, plated, set menu offering; bottled water included with additional beverages available for purchase.

Afternoon: Following lunch, we will reboard our minibus for a short drive to a community project in Victoria Falls; visits to these projects are done on a non-commercialized, authentic and interactive basis with a view to a genuine and meaningful interaction. Then, we will visit the Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust, where we will learn about how the Trust’s local conservation efforts are making a major impact in the Kavango-Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area (KAZA TFCA). The Trust has four main areas of operation: Rescue and Rehabilitation; Wildlife Research; Wildlife Disease and Forensics Laboratory; and Community Outreach. In the company of a local expert, our visit will incorporate an overview of the Trust and its facilities, including the wildlife rehabilitation area. At the end of our visit, we will re-board our minibus and return to the lodge. Prior to dinner at the lodge, our Group Leader will provide an overview on Zimbabwe.

Dinner: Our dinner will be taken in the lodge’s restaurant and consist of a 3-course, set menu meal including bottled water, coffee, tea; additional beverages available for purchase.

Evening: At leisure.

DAY
6
David Livingstone, To Hwange National Park
Hwange National Park
B,L,D
Khulu Bush Camp

Activity note: Transfer time to Hwange National Park is 3 hours, 115 miles, done in an enclosed minibus. Safari drive lasts 3-4 hours in open-air 4x4 vehicle.

Breakfast: At the lodge.

Morning: Following breakfast, a noted local historian will discuss the story of Scottish explorer Dr. David Livingstone, who first visited Victoria Falls over 150 years ago, and whose journeys laid the groundwork for the Colonial era that followed. Mid-morning, after checking out of the lodge, we will board our minibus and head south to Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe’s premier safari destination. Hwange is legendary for its wonderful array of wildlife, particularly the massive herds of elephant and buffalo. In the summer months, large antelope herds migrate onto the plains, closely followed by large predators. Shallow pans are spread throughout the park, around which wildlife congregate, making for excellent and reliable game viewing. Elephant, Cape buffalo, sable, roan, southern giraffe, blue wildebeest, impala and sometimes even gemsbok (oryx) can be seen here. This park is one of the best for predators - lion, leopard, wild dog and cheetah are regularly sighted, along with the smaller African wildcat, serval, honey badger, civet and spotted hyena. Bird life in the area is also prolific, with more than 400 species found.

Lunch: At the camp, we’ll have a buffet lunch with a starter, main dish, side dish, and dessert. All local brand alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, water and coffee/tea provided; premium brand alcohol available for purchase.

Afternoon: The early afternoon will be at leisure to rest during the heat of the day. Following afternoon tea, we will depart on our game drive. Game drives will be in open-air safari vehicles in the early mornings and late afternoons, when the animals and birds are most active. Each game drive lasts for approximately three hours, with a rest break half-way through. Game drives consist of moving slowly through the park searching for birds, predators and other animals. During the game drive, we will search for a variety of bird species including the Kalahari robin, lilac-breasted roller, ground hornbill, eastern red-footed kestrel, Lanner falcon, hobby falcon, and the Steppe eagle, which migrates to southern Africa all the way from the Central Asian steppes.

Dinner: Dinners at the camp will be plated meals consisting of a salad or starter, main course with side, and dessert. All local brand alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, water and coffee/tea provided; premium brand alcohol available for purchase.

Evening: Following dinner, we’ll set out on a short night game drive with a local safari expert in search of the nocturnal species active in the area. Some species we could spot may include civet, genet, bushbaby, pearl spotted owl, African scops owl, and Verreaux’s eagle-owl.

DAY
7
Game Drives, Importance of Termites
Hwange National Park
B,BR,D
Khulu Bush Camp

Activity note: Walking approx. 1 mile on the morning bush walk; about 1 hour; uneven, sandy terrain. Early morning and afternoon game drives are approx. 3 to 4 hours each in open-air, 4x4 vehicles; evening game drive is about 1 hour.

Breakfast: Early at the camp before our game drive, we’ll have a light buffet with cold cereal, fresh fruit and rusks, plus coffee, tea, water.

Morning: On an early morning game drive with a local safari expert, we will search for the varied wildlife in the area before returning to camp.

Brunch: At the camp, brunch will be a small buffet consisting of hot and cold breakfast and lunch dishes. All local brand alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, water and coffee/tea provided; premium brand alcohol available for purchase.

Afternoon: In the company of a safari specialist, we’ll set out from the camp for a bush walk where we may encounter wildlife and birdlife, as well as explore the little surprises in the bush. You may wish to take some time on your own to rest during the heat of the day and enjoy the camp's amenities. During afternoon tea, our Group Leader will give a lecture on termites, followed by a late afternoon game drive. Keep an eye out for the Whalberg's eagle, swallow-tailed bee-eater, crested guinea fowl and Bradfield's hornbill.

Dinner: At the camp.

Evening: A short night game drive will be offered in search of the nocturnal species active in the area.

DAY
8
Game Drives, Lion Social Structure and Behavior
Hwange National Park
B,BR,D
Khulu Bush Camp

Activity note: Walking approx. 1 mile on the morning bush walk; about 1 hour; uneven, sandy terrain. Early morning and afternoon game drives are approx. 3 to 4 hours each in open-air 4x4 vehicles; evening game drive is about 1 hour.

Breakfast: Light breakfast at the camp.

Morning: On our morning game drive, we will search for birds and wildlife that may have eluded us thus far. Then, we will return to camp.

Brunch: Camp buffet.

Afternoon: After a bush walk led by a safari specialist, we’ll have some relaxation time to escape the heat of the day. Mid-afternoon, we will regroup for a tea-time lecture given by our Group Leader, which will focus on the social structure and behavior of lions. Afterwards, we will depart on our final afternoon game drive in Hwange to search for species such as the Steppe buzzard, harrier hawk, Cape vulture and secretary bird.

Dinner: Camp meal.

Evening: Following dinner, we’ll set out for a short night game drive to look for nocturnal species.

DAY
9
Chobe National Park, Game Drive
Chobe Riverfront
B,L,D
Chobe Savanna Lodge

Activity note: Flight time 30 minutes. Transfer time to Chobe National Park is 2 hours including border crossing; 65 miles; transfer done by minibus then 4x4 vehicle. Game drive lasts 1.5 hours. Transfer from national park to lodge approximately 1.5 hours, including border crossings; transfer done in 4x4 vehicle and then motorboat. Getting on/off safari vehicle and small boat.

Breakfast: In camp.

Morning: We will have time to pack our bags before checking out and transferring the short distance to the Hwange National Park airport, where we will board a private charter flight back to Victoria Falls. Upon arrival in Victoria Falls, we will be transferred by minibus to the Kazungula border to clear Botswana entry formalities, then board open-air 4x4 vehicles which will take us into Chobe National Park for a game drive. Each safari vehicle will have its own local safari expert who provides insight on the flora and fauna seen. Chobe National Park remains one of Africa’s prime game-viewing areas. Here, one finds all of the “Big Five,” except for rhino. This is elephant country, home to the largest population of elephants in the world…many of these great grey giants can be seen at this time of year. (Note: seasonality makes a big difference in how much game you will see. If it’s dry you will see larger herds; if it has recently rained the animals will be more dispersed). The park forms part of Botswana’s northern-most border and is a contrast of desert aridity and flood plains. The Chobe region is best known for its vast magnificent river and floodplains filled with grazing herds of big game. Buffalo, sable, lion, leopard, hippo, hyena, and many species of antelope find safety in this huge national park. Chobe is one of Africa’s most pristine ecosystems and greatest wildlife refuges. Our game drive will take us along the Chobe River and deeper into the park.

Lunch: Packed lunch provided. Taken at a picnic site inside the park.

Afternoon: Following lunch, we will re-board our safari vehicles for the drive back through Chobe National Park to the Kasane Immigration Center, where we will clear Botswana exit formalities. Then, we will board our motorboats and ride across the Chobe River to the Namibian Immigration Center, to clear entry formalities. From there, our motorboats will transfer us along the Chobe River to the lodge, which is located on the Namibian side of the river; wildlife will be seen en-route. After settling into our rooms, we will gather on the flood plain in front of the lodge to enjoy our sundowners around a campfire.

Dinner: Dinners at the lodge will be a 3-course, plated meal. All local brand alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, water and coffee/tea included; premium-brand alcohol available for purchase.

Evening: At leisure.

DAY
10
Sunrise Boat Ride, Safari Activities
Chobe Riverfront
B,L,D
Chobe Savanna Lodge

Activity note: Boat safaris last approximately 2 hours each in the morning, and 3 hours in the late afternoon. Getting on/off pontoon boat.

Breakfast: Upon return from the early morning activity, hot breakfast items such as eggs cooked to order, sausage, bacon and toast will be provided at the lodge.

Morning: Before sunrise, we will walk the short distance down to the dock to board our pontoon boat for a sunrise boat ride on the Chobe River. As we enjoy a beautiful sunrise over the landscape, our local safari expert will seek out the prolific birdlife active along the water and provide commentary on the species seen. Bird species spotted may include: malachite kingfisher, carmine bee-eater, African fish eagle, white crowned lapwing and African swamphen. Morning refreshments such as coffee, tea and biscuits (cookies) will be provided on the boat. At the conclusion of our sunrise excursion, we will return to the lodge for breakfast. Mid-morning, as the heat of the day starts to rise, we will again head out on the river for a boat safari. The Chobe River is the lifeblood of the area, attracting all of the local fauna to its banks to drink and bathe. As the day gets hotter, hundreds of elephants, large herds of buffalo, giraffe and numerous species of antelope can be found along the river. We will return to the lodge for lunch and the heat of the day at leisure.

Lunch: Lunches at the lodge will consist of a small buffet with several salad options, main entree, and dessert. All local brand alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, water and coffee/tea included; premium-brand alcohol available for purchase.

Afternoon: Following afternoon tea, we will embark on another game viewing boat safari on the Chobe River, where we may come face to face with the elephant, buffalo and other wildlife that gather on the banks of the river. We'll find ourselves immersed in the unique environment, viewing numerous birds including sacred ibis, blue heron, goliath heron, saddle-billed storks, marabou storks and little egrets. Refreshments will be served on the boat as we watch one of Africa's stunning sunsets. We return to the lodge after dusk, with a chance to freshen-up before dinner.

Dinner: At the lodge.

Evening: At leisure.

DAY
11
Birding Walk, Elephant Behavior, Boat Safari
Chobe Riverfront
B,L,D
Chobe Savanna Lodge

Activity note: Early morning birding walk over uneven terrain for approx. 1 mile; 1.5 hours. Boat safari lasts approximately 3 hours in the late afternoon. Getting on/off pontoon boat.

Breakfast: At the lodge following the birding walk.

Morning: Just after sunrise, we will explore the floodplain surrounding the lodge on foot with our local safari expert. We will seek out interesting bird species such as glossy starling, little bee-eater, a variety of sunbirds, and capped wheatear. Following breakfast at the lodge, our Group Leader will give a lecture on elephant social structure, behavior and culling issues. Then, the heat of the day will be at leisure to rest, relax and enjoy the lodge's amenities.

Lunch: At the lodge.

Afternoon: Enjoy afternoon tea at the lodge. In the late afternoon, we will embark on our last boat safari on the Chobe River, seeking out birdlife not yet seen such as African jacana, African openbill, Senegal coucal, water thick-knee and giant kingfisher. We will return to the lodge just after dusk.

Dinner: At the lodge.

Evening: At leisure.

DAY
12
Livingstone, Victoria Falls - Zambian Side
Livingstone
B,L,D
Radisson Blu Mosi-Oa-Tunya, Livingstone Resort

Activity note: Transfer time between Chobe Savanna Lodge and Radisson Blu is 2.5 hours including border crossings; 60 miles; transfer done by boat and minibus. Total drive for afternoon activities is approx. 20 minutes, 10 miles. In order to access all of the viewpoints at Victoria Falls, one must go up and down around 150 stairs one way; the path may be slick due to the waterfall's mist. It is possible to still see the waterfall without climbing all of the stairs, but only from one viewpoint.

Breakfast: At the lodge.

Morning: Transferring by motorboat to the Namibian Immigration Center, we complete Namibia exit formalities then proceed by boat to the Kasane Immigration Center to enter Botswana. From there, a minibus will take us over the Kazungula Bridge which spans the Zambezi River; while being driven over the bridge, we will be able to see where four countries meet: Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe. We will clear Zambia immigration formalities at the Kazungula border before continuing the drive to Livingstone, Zambia, arriving at our lodge in time for lunch.

Lunch: Lunches at the lodge will be a plated meal chosen from a menu. Bottled water will be provided with other beverages available for purchase.

Afternoon: After lunch at the lodge, we will visit the famed Victoria Falls, where the Zambezi River opens out into an extravaganza of roaring, spray-tumbled water, known to the locals as “Mosi oa Tunya” (the smoke that thunders). Few sights are as awe-inspiring as this, when the ground rumbles with the forces of the water. We will view the Falls this afternoon from the Zambian side, followed by a visit to the local crafts market. Before dinner, our Group Leader will give us an overview of Zambia.

Dinner: Dinners at the lodge will be a plated, 3-course meal chosen from a set menu. Bottled water, coffee, tea and one glass of table wine will be provided, with additional beverages available for purchase.

Evening: At leisure.

DAY
13
Birding along the Zambezi River, Livingstone Museum
Livingstone
B,L,D
Radisson Blu Mosi-Oa-Tunya, Livingstone Resort

Activity note: Early morning start for pre-breakfast birding boat ride; getting on/off the boat from a dock; ride is approx. 1.5 hours. Driving approx. 15 miles; about 30 minutes total. Walking at the museum up to 1/2 mile; periods of standing.

Breakfast: Taken at the lodge, breakfast will be an expansive buffet with a selection of cereals, pastries, fruit and yogurt, with hot breakfast items cooked to order. Coffee, tea, fruit juices, milk and water will be provided.

Morning: In the early morning before breakfast, we will embark on a boat ride on the Zambezi River for birding along the river banks. Interesting species sighted may include Schalow’s turaco, red-chested flufftail, southern red bishop and blacksmith lapwing. Light breakfast snacks will be served on board the boat, and a full breakfast will be available at the lodge upon our return. In the late morning after breakfast at the lodge, we will transfer to Livingstone and its colorful produce market for a field trip led by our Group Leader. Livingstone is a classic old colonial town of former Northern Rhodesia, and evidence of this fact can still be seen in some of its architecture. While here, we will also visit the Livingstone Museum, known for its archaeological and ethnographic displays. Most notable is the museum’s collection of artifacts that belonged to Dr. David Livingstone, the Scottish explorer and missionary who is credited with discovering Victoria Falls and helping to map much of the interior of Africa in the mid-1800s. We will return to the lodge in time for lunch.

Lunch: At the lodge.

Afternoon: Free Time. Take this opportunity for personal independent exploration to see and do what interests you most in the town of Livingstone. Please refer to the list of Free Time Opportunities. The Group Leader will be happy to offer suggestions.

Dinner: Farewell dinner at the lodge with new Road Scholar friends.

Evening: At leisure.

DAY
14
Birding Walk, Program Concludes
In Flight
B,L

Activity note: Walk for less than 1 mile; uneven ground. Transfer from the lodge to the airport is 25 minutes, 8 miles. Flight time is 1 hour 45 minutes.

Breakfast: At the lodge.

Morning: Early morning before breakfast, our Group Leader will lead a birding walk on the lodge's property; keep an eye out for the pied kingfisher, scimitar-billed hoopoe, white fronted lapwing and pearl spotted owl. We will have time to pack following breakfast. Mid-morning, we will transfer to the Livingstone airport to board a commercial flight to Johannesburg.

Lunch: Provided in flight.

Afternoon: We’ll arrive in Johannesburg in the mid-afternoon. Our program concludes upon arrival. If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another Road Scholar program, detailed instructions are included in your Information Packet for that program. We hope you enjoy Road Scholar learning adventures and look forward to having you on rewarding programs in the future. Don’t forget to join our Facebook page and follow us on Instagram. Best wishes for all your journeys!

DAY
15
In Transit From Program
In Flight

Morning: Early morning arrivals in North America.






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