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16-Day Zimbabwe Botswana Game Trail

Kruger National Park, Botswana

16-Day Zimbabwe Botswana Game Trail

4.8 / 5 · 51 reviews Offered by Sunway Safaris 16-Day

Overview

Zimbabwe's popularity as a travel destination has bounced back in the last few years. The country offers in combination with Kruger and Botswana, a fantastic two weeks of camping travel in Southern Africa. Highlights include Kruger National Park game drives, Zimbabwe Ruins guided tour, Matobos game drives, and Hwange game drives in an open vehicle. Also, Victoria Falls adventure activities, Chobe National Park sunset river cruise and Okavango Delta Mokoro excursion.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

16-Day

Route

Johannesburg to Johannesburg (City)

Via Kruger NP, Great Zimbabwe (Ruins), Matobo NP

Country & park

Botswana / Kruger National Park

Style

Shared safari

Group size

1-12 travelers

Starts

On request

Minimum age

12 years

Activities

game drives, nature hikes/walks, canoe/mokoro safaris & boat trip

Accommodation

Budget camping Inside Kruger NP (South Africa) – All Meals Included - Inside Kruger NP (South Africa) – All Meals Included

Meals

All Meals Included; Breakfast Included

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

Request quote

Currency

EUR

Solo travelers

Can join this group tour

16-Day Zimbabwe Botswana Game Trail
Kruger National Park visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

EUR

Start datesSingle2+ people
Aug 1, 2026 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Aug 22, 2026 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Oct 3, 2026 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Dec 5, 2026 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Jan 2, 2027 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Jan 30, 2027 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Mar 20, 2027 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Mar 27, 2027 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Apr 10, 2027 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Apr 24, 2027 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
May 8, 2027 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Jun 5, 2027 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Jun 19, 2027 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Jul 3, 2027 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Jul 10, 2027 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Jul 31, 2027 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Aug 7, 2027 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Aug 21, 2027 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Aug 28, 2027 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Sep 11, 2027 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Oct 2, 2027 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Oct 23, 2027 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Nov 13, 2027 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
Dec 4, 2027 €2.549 EUR €2.549 EUR
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Important To Know

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
A travel party of 1 or 2 people can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 4 people to run.
This tour is not available to groups larger than 4 people.
This tour is offered in Euros (EUR).
This tour accepts children who are 12 years and older.
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Route

Tour route map
country South Africa
Start Johannesburg (Day 1)
Day 1-2 Kruger NP
country Zimbabwe
Day 3 Great Zimbabwe (Ruins)
Day 4-5 Matobo NP
Day 6-7 Hwange NP
Day 8-9 Victoria Falls
country Botswana
Day 10 Chobe NP
Day 11 Gweta (Town)
Day 12-14 Okavango Delta
Day 15 Khama Rhino Sanctuary (Rhino Sanctuary)
country South Africa
End Johannesburg (City) (Day 16)

Tour Features

Participation camping

Guests must assist with camp chores. See the first day description for more info.

Shared tour

On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 12 people per vehicle.

Scheduled departures

This tour starts on fixed start dates only.

Cannot be customized

The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.

Suitable for single travelers

Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 4 people to run.

12
Minimum age of 12 years

The minimum age for this tour is 12 years.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: game drives, nature hikes/walks, canoe/mokoro safaris & boat trip
Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle & overland safari truck
Getting around: overland safari truck
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost

Accommodation & Meals

Budget camping Inside Kruger NP (South Africa) – All Meals Included

Day 1-2

Budget camping Inside Kruger NP (South Africa) – All Meals Included

Inside Kruger NP (South Africa) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Budget camping Great Zimbabwe (Ruins, Zimbabwe) – All Meals Included

Day 3

Budget camping Great Zimbabwe (Ruins, Zimbabwe) – All Meals Included

Great Zimbabwe (Ruins, Zimbabwe) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Budget camping Just outside Matobo NP (Zimbabwe) – All Meals Included

Day 4-5

Budget camping Just outside Matobo NP (Zimbabwe) – All Meals Included

Just outside Matobo NP (Zimbabwe) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Budget camping Bordering Hwange NP (Zimbabwe) without fences – All Meals Included

Day 6-7

Budget camping Bordering Hwange NP (Zimbabwe) without fences – All Meals Included

Bordering Hwange NP (Zimbabwe) without fences – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Budget camping Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) – Breakfast Included

Day 8-9

Budget camping Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) – Breakfast Included

Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) – Breakfast Included

Breakfast Included

Budget camping Just outside Chobe NP (Botswana) – All Meals Included

Day 10

Budget camping Just outside Chobe NP (Botswana) – All Meals Included

Just outside Chobe NP (Botswana) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Budget camping Gweta (Town, Botswana) – Breakfast & Lunch Included

Day 11

Budget camping Gweta (Town, Botswana) – Breakfast & Lunch Included

Gweta (Town, Botswana) – Breakfast & Lunch Included

Breakfast & Lunch Included

Budget camping Inside Okavango Delta (Botswana) – All Meals Included

Day 12-14

Budget camping Inside Okavango Delta (Botswana) – All Meals Included

Inside Okavango Delta (Botswana) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Budget camping Khama Rhino Sanctuary (Rhino Sanctuary, Botswana) – All Meals Included

Day 15

Budget camping Khama Rhino Sanctuary (Rhino Sanctuary, Botswana) – All Meals Included

Khama Rhino Sanctuary (Rhino Sanctuary, Botswana) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

Day 16

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

Breakfast Included

Day By Day

Tour step

Arrival

A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Kruger National Park

Day 1

Kruger National Park

Departing Johannesburg at 06:30am we head north-east into the world famous Kruger National Park. We visit the remote and seldom visited the northern part of the park from Letaba to Pafuri. We enjoy game drives in our safari vehicle and hope to spot lion, elephant, rhino and other animals in this icon of wildlife conservation. An essential part of your safari is participation. From putting up your tent to packing the truck in the morning—it’s all part of your adventure. Your tour leaders will do all the meal preparation but we do ask the clients to help (on rotation) with the washing up. Please note that although Sunway has all the correct paperwork, the Beitbridge border crossing into Zimbabwe can take a long time, which can make for a particularly long day. Note: Day 1 breakfast is not included. Inside Kruger NP (South Africa) All meals included Drinks not included

Destination: Kruger National Park (South Africa) Stay: Budget camping Inside Kruger NP (South Africa) Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Great Zimbabwe

Day 3

Great Zimbabwe

You will be entering Zimbabwe at the Beit Bridge border post and travelling to the town of Masvingo and the Great Zimbabwe Monuments. The well-preserved ruins are some of the oldest and largest stone structures in Southern Africa and were built during the 11th to 14th Centuries. You will explore on foot the mysteries of these ancient stone structures and the civilization that built them. All meals included Drinks not included

Destination: Great Zimbabwe (Ruins, Zimbabwe) Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Matobo National Park

Day 4

Matobo National Park

Moving on to Bulawayo, you will arrive late in the afternoon and set up your camp on the outskirts of the park, before enjoying a sundowner and an evening around the campfire. The following morning, you will head to the Matobo National Park with a local guide to visit the core of the Matopos Hills, an area of granite koppies and wooded valleys. On our open-vehicle game drive, you will get a clear view of the historical site of Cecil John Rhodes' grave and discover the unusual rock formations characteristic of this area. As part of your visit, you will take a guided walk to track and hopefully find endangered white rhinos, as well as other wildlife, and view bushman rock paintings. Just outside Matobo NP (Zimbabwe) All meals included Drinks not included

Destination: Matobo National Park (Zimbabwe) Stay: Budget camping Just outside Matobo NP (Zimbabwe) Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Hwange National Park

Day 6

Hwange National Park

Named after a local Nhanzwa chief, Hwange National Park is the largest Park in Zimbabwe occupying roughly 14,650 square kilometers, and is located in the north-west corner of the country. It is famed for its large elephant population. Your camp is in the game management area that borders the park. You will explore the park with our local guide, on a full-day game drive in an open 4WD game-viewing vehicle. Bordering Hwange NP (Zimbabwe) without fences All meals included Drinks not included

Destination: Hwange National Park (Zimbabwe) Stay: Budget camping Bordering Hwange NP (Zimbabwe) without fences Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Victoria Falls

Day 8

Victoria Falls

You will camp for two nights in the town of Victoria Falls. There, you will enjoy a spectacular walk through tropical vegetation to the very edge of the “Mosi oa Tunya” or “the smoke that thunders”—Victoria Falls. There are opportunities to white water raft on the mighty Zambezi River, bungee jump, or take a “flight of angels” (own expense). Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Destination: Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) Stay: Budget camping Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Chobe National Park

Day 10

Chobe National Park

After entering Botswana, your camp is located in the town of Kasane on the banks of the Chobe River. The river flows lazily along the northern boundary of the Chobe National Park attracting some of the largest herds of elephants in Africa. The highlight of any trip to Chobe is the afternoon game viewing “sundowner” cruise where you can see a large number of elephants and other wildlife as they quench their thirst at the end of the day. Just outside Chobe NP (Botswana) All meals included Drinks not included

Destination: Chobe National Park (Botswana) Stay: Budget camping Just outside Chobe NP (Botswana) Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Gweta

Day 11

Gweta

This morning there is time for an optional (own expense) game drive in the Chobe National Park. Heading south through the Kasane Forest Reserve you will make your way to Gweta for an overnight stop. Here, you will sleep with your tents nestled at the base of ancient baobab trees. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinks not included

Destination: Gweta (Town, Botswana) Stay: Budget camping Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinks not included
Okavango Delta

Day 12

Okavango Delta

After an early start, you will depart for Maun where you will then transfer into the delta by an open 4WD game-viewing vehicle. Our local guides will take you deep into the heart of the Okavango Delta on a mokoro (dug-out canoe). Being gently pulled through the network of channels is an experience not to be missed. The delta which forms as rainwater from the Angolan highlands flows out over the Kalahari Desert sands, forming a delicate, green oasis for birds and wildlife. You will camp wild on remote islands in this amazingly dynamic environment and enjoy bush walks, bird watching and swimming in the clear waters. You will be camping with the local guides and learn more about their lifestyle and culture. You will return to Maun in the late afternoon of day 14 and have time for an optional (own expense) game flight over the Okavango, which will reveal a different aspect of the delta. Note: Day 14 dinner will be own expense at a local restaurant. Inside Okavango Delta (Botswana) All meals included Drinks not included

Destination: Okavango Delta (Botswana) Stay: Budget camping Inside Okavango Delta (Botswana) Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Khama Rhino Sanctuary

Day 15

Khama Rhino Sanctuary

Heading south from Maun, you will drive through the wide open spaces of the Kalahari Desert on your way to the Khama Rhino Sanctuary. This is a community-based wildlife project established in 1992 to assist in saving the extinct rhinos, restore an area formerly teeming with wildlife to its previous natural state and provide economic benefits to the local Batswana community through tourism and the sustainable use of natural resources. You can expect to spot some of the elusive rhinos on an afternoon game drive. All meals included Drinks not included

Destination: Khama Rhino Sanctuary (Rhino Sanctuary, Botswana) Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Johannesburg

Day 16

Johannesburg

Crossing back into South Africa, you will make your way to Johannesburg where the tour ends in the late afternoon. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Destination: Johannesburg (City, South Africa) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Tour step

End of tour

Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

Included

Park fees (For non-residents)

All activities (Unless labeled as optional)

All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)

Camping equipment

A professional driver/guide

All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)

All Taxes/VAT

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Excluded

International flights (From/to home)

Roundtrip airport transfer

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Sleeping bag

Bath towels

Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)

Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Drinks

Getting There

This tour starts and ends in Johannesburg
Book your own international flights when using this operator
Fly to/from O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB - Check price) in Johannesburg
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Sunway Safaris
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Sunway Safaris

4.8 operator rating 51 reviews

Sunway Safaris operates small group wildlife tours and safaris in Southern Africa. You can book as a solo, a couple or small group. Our "join-in" scheduled tours are maximum 12 clients per group, with 2 qualified guides. We focus on wildlife, wilderness and national parks as an all inclusive value for money experience. Since 1994 we've perfected our itineraries ensuring that your holiday will run smoothly. We look forward to welcoming you to Southern Africa.

Office In

South Africa

Size

50-100 employees (Founded in 1994)

Member Of

ATTA, SATSA, ASA & HATAB

Tour Types

Budget & mid-range tours with set start dates and a fixed itinerary

Destinations

Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Traveler feedback

Reviews

4.80 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5
Verified

Life changing experience

I started at Victoria Falls and travelled through Botswana and Namibia, camping for most of 21 nights. I was a bit apprehensive as my trip had been delayed 3 years, but Bruce and Grace's communication was helpful, friendly and positive and made me feel happy. The trip itself was magnificent, it surpassed any expectations I had. My guides, Patrick and Moses were knowledgeable, humorous, hard working and catered meals to a high standard. I was well briefed each day about the itinerary, what to expect and lists of highlights. Geography, political and social information as well as superb information about the wildlife was constant and I gained such insights. I was comfortable in my tent and in the van - P and M always made sure to check I was okay. I really felt like I saw what was special, the itinerary was well set. I left Livingstone and Africa feeling like I left home, with a love that grew because my experience was so enriching. I can't thank Sunways, Patrick and Moses enough for the experience of a lifetime. My tour was NB21 and I would do it all again - though I have been told of the Malawi Mozambique tour and am saving my pennies.

Deadvlei
Okavango Delta
Photo by Helen McPherson
Deadvlei

Helen McPherson · Thailand

Verified

Sunway Safaris make dreams a reality

Superbly organised safari. Great interaction with our guides,fabulous knowledge of animals etc.The wild camping was a terrific experience sitting around the fire at nights hearing the animals and seeing the star filled skies.Food prepared was extremely good,catered for all tastes.Everyone helped each other.To see wild animals in their natural habitat and absorbing the grandeur of the landscape was a dream come true,thank you Sunway. Value for money 10/10 BT14 tour,28th August-10 September

Stephen Kirby · United Kingdom

Verified

Awesome; everything we had hoped for and more

We took the 16 day accommodated Game Tracker through South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana. We enjoyed every day of our trip. It was our first safari and so everything was new to us; we never tired of seeing the birds and animals and even just driving though the countryside. Our guides Chris and Joseph were outstanding. They always gave us a briefing about what to expect the next day, after dinner in the evening. They provided a wealth of information about the birds, animals, the culture and the landscape and even the economies of the countries we visited. We had a nice mix off meals in lodges/restaurants and meals made by the guides. Everything was delicious and by and large very healthy as well. While we were in Okavango, we had koodoo (farmed, not wild) stew. The lodges selected by Sunway were great- very comfortable and they usually had very nice grounds that were good for bird watching. Some of the restaurants are still learning about the logistics of serving customers and getting them their bills. But the guides are aware of this and so we usually placed our orders ahead of time so there were not long delays getting our meals. We absolutely detest camping, so we were not big fans of the accommodation in the Okavango Delta. If you like camping, it would be great. But anyway, we loved the whole Okavango experience. It was definitely worth any shortcomings with the accommodation. The local guides selected by Sunway for the most part were excellent. for example, our guide for Thebes River in Botswana seemed to know exactly how to position the boat and the safari vehicle to get the best pictures. Our favourite parts of the trip were the Thebes River cruise and game drive and the salt pan (for the birds). The vehicle we used to get from venue to venue was called the red elephant. It is a custom designed truck. The seating was comfortable and you got good views from the windows. We always had snacks available, mostly local fruits. Of course what everyone goes on a safari for is the animals. We got great views of lions, buffalo, hippos, elephants, rhinos, giraffes, koodoos, impala, monkeys and much more in many of the places we visited. The Sunway trip was great value and we would definitely consider another trip with Sunway

Nancy and Michal Bardecki · Canada

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Good Company

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James · United States

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Are rates charged per person?

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

Which currency is this tour priced in?

This tour is offered in Euros (EUR).

Can children join this tour?

This tour accepts children who are 12 years and older.

Can the itinerary be customized?

The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.

Where do travelers stay during this tour?

Budget camping Inside Kruger NP (South Africa) – All Meals Included - Inside Kruger NP (South Africa) – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included

Where does this tour start and end?

This tour starts and ends in Johannesburg

Are airport transfers included?

A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost

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This tour is offered by Sunway Safaris, not SafariBookings.

This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.

This group tour requires a minimum of 4 people to run.

The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.

This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Sunway Safaris.

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