From Zimbabwe’s enthralling sights of Victoria Falls and wild Hwange, to South Africa’s iconic Kruger and finally Mozambique’s sunsoaked shoreline of Tofo and Barra Beach, be captivated by unusual activities mixed with famous sites and national parks.

Highlights

On our comfort tours, the accommodation offers more comfort with a variety of permanent tents, guesthouses, lodges, and hotels available to all our comfort tour clients.

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An unusual and thrilling escapade, this route delves into the Eastern coast of Southern Africa and to both its most popular and more secluded national parks. We begin in Zimbabwe at the grandeur of Victoria Falls where sheer natural power meets adrenaline-pumping activities. From there, we venture into Hwange National Park, a haven for elephants, sable antelope, and elusive predators like lions and wild dogs. Sunrise safaris stir the soul, while a visit to the Painted Dog Conservation Centre showcases efforts to protect one of Africa’s rarest carnivores.

Southward, we reach Matopos National Park, where massive granite boulders ascend above valleys etched with ancient San rock art. If conditions allow, an on-foot rhino tracking experience brings us eye-to-eye with one of Africa’s most endangered giants. The stone majesty of the Great Zimbabwe Ruins follows, bringing stories of a once-mighty empire. At Mapesu Private Game Reserve, nature runs wild, from baobab-dotted hills to San cave art and on-foot explorations tracking cheetahs, rhino, and wild dogs.

Crossing into South Africa, Phalaborwa and Timbavati offer golden-hour game drives and guided bush walks in the Kruger region, followed by the scenic majesty of the Panorama Route with views like God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and the Blyde River Canyon. A full-day safari in Kruger National Park offers a fitting wildlife crescendo before heading to Johannesburg.

We then travel through Mpumalanga into the rolling highlands of Eswatini. At Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, open plains and hiking trails invite relaxed exploration, while Hlane Game Reserve offers a thrilling rhino-focused drive, potentially including a cautious approach on foot.

Next, we cross into Mozambique, where sugarcane fields and swaying palms announce our arrival to the coast. In Xai Xai, we taste the salt-kissed air before continuing to Vilanculos, the gateway to the Bazaruto Archipelago. White sands and turquoise waters beckon with opportunities to snorkel, dive, or unwind. A full-day dhow tour to Magaruque Island adds a castaway fantasy to our journey.

Further north, we arrive at Inhambane and the paradise of Barra Beach. Two dreamy days unfold with beachside dining, markets, and a detour to vibrant Tofo. In Maputo, our guide reveals the city’s unique fusion of African, Arabic, and Portuguese charm on a walking tour. Our journey concludes with a drive back to Johannesburg, leaving a trail of memories of the idyllic respite of Mozambique, the cultural hum of Zimbabwe and all of the national park’s wildlife encounters.