Africa’s Okavango Experience

Destinations

• Botswana,South Africa,Zimbabwe

Meals

• 9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 8 dinners

Transport

• Overland vehicle, Open safari vehicle, Mokoro

Accommodation

• Camping (with facilities) (6 nights), Bush camp (no facilities) (2 nights), Hotel (1 night)

Included activities

• Khama Rhino Sanctuary - Sunset Game Drive Open Vehicle
• Okavango Delta - Sunrise Walk
• Nata - Makgadikgadi Salt Pans 4WD Excursion
• Chobe National Park - River Cruise
• Victoria Falls – Traditional Zimbabwe Dinner

Optional activities

• Okavango Delta - 45 Min Small Aircraft Okavango Delta Scenic Flight - USD165
• Okavango Delta - Helicopter Scenic Flight - USD295
• Victoria Falls - Victoria Falls Entrance Fee - USD58
• Chobe National Park - Open Safari Vehicle Morning Game Drive - BWP580
• Victoria Falls - Sunset Cruise (excludes USD12 NP Fee) - USD59
• Victoria Falls - Helicopter Flight (25 mins - Excludes USD39 fuel surcharge and NP fees) - USD328
• Victoria Falls - Helicopter Flight of the Angels (12 mins - Excludes US$29 fuel surcharge and NP fees) - USD173
• Victoria Falls - Whitewater rafting (Seasonal - excludes USD12 NP Fee) - USD173
• Victoria Falls - River Song Sunset Cruise (excludes USD12 NP Fee) - USD100
• Victoria Falls - Jet Boat (Seasonal - excludes USD12 NP Fee) - USD141
• Victoria Falls - Bridge Swing - USD137
• Victoria Falls - Traditional Village Tour - USD74
• Victoria Falls - Bridge Tour - USD64
• Victoria Falls - Simunye Show - USD58

• No two journeys in Africa are identical. Be prepared for travel times to be longer or shorter than advised. Weather and road conditions can change things significantly, so embrace the detours, shortcuts and unforgettable moments along the way.
• This is an overland trip. That means you’ll be travelling with a group in a purpose-built vehicle, visiting remote communities, setting up your own tent, occasionally roughing it in the bush with no facilities, and getting the best possible views of Africa's iconic wildlife. While the trucks don’t have air conditioning, they do have sliding windows, which let in the breeze and make it even easier to take better snaps of the local wildlife. The drive days can be long, but it’s as much about the journey as the destination, and half the fun is the camaraderie. For more info on this style of travel, see our Africa overland page: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/africa/overland.
• There will be many early starts, either to make use of the better safari time or to beat the morning traffic on long travel days. Camping out in the amazing Okavango wilderness means digging a bush toilet and going without a shower. It's all part of the delta experience.
• The day-to-day itinerary features a selection of optional activities. Please note that this list is not exhaustive and is intended only as a guide. Prices are approximate and may change at the discretion of the local provider, and all activities are subject to availability.
• This trip can be partnered with other adventures into a ‘combo’, which means that some of your fellow travellers may carry on to further destinations at the end of this tour. If you’d like to spend more time in Africa, have a look at some other itineraries this trip combines with: Explore Southern Africa (UBOQC), Johannesburg to Gorillas (UBODC), Johannesburg to Zanzibar (UBOBC) and Johannesburg to Kenya (UBOAC).

Camping (with facilities) (6 nights), Bush camp (no facilities) (2 nights), Hotel (1 night)

Accommodation on this trip is mainly in two-person canvas dome tents with camping mattresses supplied.

The type and variety of accommodation are determined by conditions on each of our routes. Each route is different - on some, we use a mixture of campsites and wild camps; on others, we also use hotels. In Africa, it's not usually practical to camp when staying in towns and cities, so we use hotel accommodations and eat out in local restaurants.

There may be the occasional night stop when we stay on the grounds of a hotel or at a campsite, which may also have rooms/cabins available. In this case, there may be a choice of camping or upgrading to a room. Rooms cost approximately USD 40-100 per room per night for a twin room and cannot be pre-booked. Standards of these rooms vary greatly, and we recommend viewing the room before purchasing the night's accommodation. The day-by-day itinerary advises when upgrades may be possible (subject to availability).

Keep in mind that if we are staying in dormitory accommodation, you may have to share with other passengers or be split into same-sex rooms.

Campsites do have facilities, but they usually aren't to the same standard you would find in Western countries. For example, the bathroom facilities can be very basic. Toilet paper is rarely provided, and shower facilities can be as simple as a hose pipe spurting out cold water. Wild camps have no facilities at all.

At times, there may be spare tents in the vehicles. Unfortunately, these cannot be used without the purchase of a single supplement. This is to ensure the tents avoid wear and tear or are clean and ready for the customers arriving on the next section of the trip.

Indaba Hotel
Winnie Mandela Drive, Pieter Wenning Road Johannesburg, Fourways, Sandton, 2191 Johannesburg SOUTH AFRICA

Description

Indaba Hotel, Spa & Conference Centre is a tranquil, country-style hotel nestled in the heart of Fourways, Johannesburg. Boasting 258 elegantly appointed rooms, the hotel combines warm African hospitality with modern luxury, making it ideal for both business travellers and leisure guests. Conveniently located just 15km from Lanseria International Airport and 40km from OR Tambo International Airport, the hotel is also within close proximity to key attractions such as Montecasino, Fourways Mall, and major business hubs.The hotel offers a variety of room types, including luxury suites, executive rooms, and standard rooms—all featuring air-conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, and en suite bathrooms.

Instructions

TWAC can assist with pre-booking an arrival transfer from the airport - enquire with your agent. Please advise your flight arrival details at least 14 days prior to your departure. Note that Johannesburg has two airports, Lanseria and OR Tambo International, so double-check your arrival airport.

We recommend pre-booking an arrival transfer, especially if this is your first time in Johannesburg or if you are travelling alone, to ensure a seamless and stress-free start to your trip.

If you have pre-booked a transfer, your driver will be waiting for you at the Information Counter in your respective arrival terminal (domestic/international). There are often large crowds here, so please look carefully for your transfer representative, who will be holding an Intrepid sign. Please ask them to confirm your name, and do not travel with anyone who cannot verify your name. Neither the driver nor any representative should ask you for additional payment.

If you cannot find your transfer driver, contact our local representative at +27 84 400 8896 or on WhatsApp at +27 84 40 08896, available 24/7. In case of flight cancellations or delays over an hour, please contact our local office using the number in the ‘Problems and Emergency Contact Information’ section. Local pre-paid SIM cards are available in the OR Tambo Arrivals Hall.

If making your own way to the joining hotel, there are several transport options available:

Metered taxis: Official airport metered taxis are available outside the arrivals exit doors. The journey takes 30–60 minutes, depending on traffic, and costs approximately ZAR400–650, payable directly to the driver.

Ride Share: Ride-share services like Uber are widely available in South Africa and often more affordable than metered taxis depending on traffic and demand. We recommend downloading the app and setting up your payment details before leaving your home country.

• We are currently unable to offer a single supplement, airport transfers or additional accommodation in Japan due to limited availability.
• It is essential that you pack light and compact for rail travel in Japan. Luggage size restrictions apply. Please review the Packing section of the Essential Trip Information for more details.

Planning your next adventure is thrilling! While we hope for smooth travels, preparing for the unexpected is always smart. We highly recommend getting travel insurance when you book. Whether it's a medical emergency, a flight cancellation, a delayed suitcase, or an unforeseen event, ensure you're covered. For more info and advice, please visit: www.twac.com.au/travel-insurance or talk to your TWAC travel consultant.

Although you should read all of the terms and conditions, the following is a summary of the most important:

• Our travel package is non-refundable, however you will receive a travel credit to be applied to our travel services.
• You, as our client, agree to check all documentation immediately for errors. Travel With A Cause (TWAC) does not take responsibility for incorrect dates or names supplied.
• Prices, including, in some cases, of confirmed bookings, may be subject to change. ​
• Some confirmed bookings are non-refundable if cancelled by you and it is your responsibility to check if this applies.
• We will be entitled to retain our service fees even if a booking is cancelled or does not proceed for any reason which is not our fault.
• It is your responsibility to make yourself aware of all information relevant to your travel plans, including but not limited to visa requirements and health precautions.
• There may be some additional fees or other incentives from Suppliers.
• We are not liable for the recent updates of any published Supplier content including websites and brochures

CANCELLATION POLICY
Tour packages are non-refundable. If your tour package is affected by Covid-19 related travel restrictions and you are unable to travel, you will receive either a free date change (credit that is specific to your original package and purchase value) or an open credit less any non-recoverable supplier fees to the value of your original purchase for use on any other tour or package available via the TWAC website.
 
Please note: Date change credits are subject to availability and not guaranteed until confirmed by TWAC, not the tour operator you are due to stay with.
 
We recommend you consider purchasing travel insurance with Covid-19 protection. The standard cancellation policy will apply if you cannot travel because you have tested positive for Covid-19.
 
Please note: All additional charges are payable in AUD (unless otherwise stated).