Africa brochure - Sunway Safaris

SMALL GROUP WILDLIFE TOURS

South Africa > Botswana > Namibia > Zimbabwe > Zambia > Malawi > Mozambique > eSwatini

30 Years of Travel Experiences

Welcome to Sunway Safaris. Thank you for considering Sunway for your travels to Africa.

We started Sunway in 1994, the same year in which South Africa held its first democratic elections. Over the last 30 years we’ve grown through dedication and passion, to be one of the leading small group adventure travel companies in Southern Africa. Today we run more than 300 safaris each year, on 26 different routes, in 8 countries. We have a fleet of custom built safari trucks and 4x4s, with offices in South Africa, Botswana and Namibia and are an established, dynamic and growing company with over 100 employees, all as enthusiastic and passionate about Africa as we are.

We operate small group set departure tours throughout Southern Africa for the adventurous and young at heart. Specialising in wildlife safaris which focus on national parks and wilderness areas of scenic beauty. We strive to offer outstanding travel experiences, incredible wildlife encounters and authentic cultural interactions.

Our itineraries have been perfected over 30 years of touring Southern Africa. We want you to experience Africa, be actively involved, secure in the knowledge that you’re travelling with the experts in an environmentally responsible way. We include easy to moderate day walks, mokoro and canoe trails, boat excursions, dhow sailing trips, game drives, swimming, snorkelling and other activities throughout the various tours.

Sunway provides you with a unique experience whether you are a first time traveller or veteran explorer. The Sunway team looks forward to welcoming you to Africa and making your holiday one that you will talk about for years to come.

HOW TO BOOK YOUR SUNWAY SAFARI

1. CONTACT YOUR LOCAL HOUSE OF TRAVEL CONSULTANT

By booking with your local agent you’ll be advised by a knowledgeable consultant who knows the Sunway tours. You’ll be covered by the travel laws of your country, assisted in your home language, in your own time zone and your agent can assist with travel insurance and visas.

2. CHECK AVAILABILITY & HOLD A PROVISIONAL BOOKING

Our website www.sunway-safaris.com shows live availability. Your agent can hold a provisional booking for up to 7 days with no-obligation.

3. CONFIRM YOUR BOOKING

To confirm your safari reservation your agent will require a 20% deposit and a completed booking form. And voilá, you’re off on an adventure!

Questions?

Contact your local House of Travel consultant on 0800 713 715 or visit hot.co.nz

You can also download all Sunway Safaris detailed itineraries in NZ Dollars at www.indafrica.co.nz/sunwaysafaris

We understand that there are several options available to you when choosing your African safari. We also know that you want to make the most informed decision about your safari, what you get, what’s included and what you see and experience. So these are just a few of the Sunway qualities and facts:

Small groups – by travelling with a maximum of 12 people, you are able to witness Africa and have first hand contact with this amazing continent and its people without being a negative influence. This has been a key factor in our continued success. Our trips appeal to a wide demographic of traveller. Our clients range in age from 25 to 65+ with the average being 45. The range of travellers gives a variety of perspectives which adds to the experience of each safari.

2 Sunway tour guides – group leaders are the key to any safari. On a Sunway safari you will travel with 2 qualified and registered field guides (Field Guides Association of SA). Two guides as crew, not a guide and a driver, means interesting trips with maximum knowledge and information. Our guides have a passion for Africa, her people and her wildlife, and they love nothing more than sharing their knowledge with you.

Guaranteed departures – departure dates on each itinerary shown as bold are guaranteed departure dates. All other departures operate with a minimum of 4 clients.

All inclusive price – when we travel ourselves, we always feel that if we’re in a country we should find and see the best it has to offer. So when planning the Sunway routes we ensure that each trip provides the best inclusions and experiences. For example, if you go to Botswana – you have to visit the national parks in an open 4WD – it is the essence of the Botswana wilderness. If you tour Zambia, then you must visit South Luangwa NP and do a game walk with a local scout.

When booking on a Sunway safari there are no hidden costs. All of the entrance fees are included, and a wide range of activities, and most meals. We have included many highlights in our tours, so that you will see and experience the highlights without having to pay extra when you get there. So when you decide on which safari company to book with, look carefully at what you’re actually getting. You may only visit a place once, make sure you get the most out of it.

Safety – our fleet of vehicles are custom built to ensure comfortable and safe touring. Each is constructed, by an authorised passenger vehicle builder, to the latest safety requirements, with a safety shell, and every seat has a lap belt. This gives you peace of mind when travelling with Sunway Safaris on the often demanding African roads.

Solo Travellers – going it alone won’t make your holiday more expensive; our reservations staff will match you up with another same-gender traveller to keep your holiday affordable. If however you request a single room or tent these are available, with a price supplement. (Half room booking not applicable to Classic Journeys).

Experience - we have more than 30 years experience planning tours throughout Southern Africa. As such, our itineraries and routes have been perfected over many years ensuring that your tour will run smoothly. We visit the highlights of Southern Africa, but ensure that you do not follow the well trodden tourist track. All of us at Sunway Safaris have extensive travel experience in Africa, and throughout the world. Being adventure travellers ourselves, we know how to plan trips that give you a broad experience of the countries that you will visit.

Based in Africa - probably the most important part of a Sunway safari is that we are an African company with offices in South Africa and Botswana. We live in Africa, we travel in Africa and it is our passion for this amazing continent that makes Sunway your best travel option.

Good 2Go

We know that a Sunway traveller is someone who wants to have a meaningful travel experience and is conscious of the impact that their travel might have on the places they visit. In this world of flight shaming, plastic pollution and over tourism we know that our potential clients are looking carefully at the different aspects of their holiday. Sunway clients have an interest in conservation and in supporting local communities. See page 11

Age Policy - On all scheduled tours, we accept children 12-17 with accompanying adult. We have no upper age limit. Clients older than 65 years of age at time of travel require a medical certificate stating client is fit and healthy to join an adventure travel group tour. We have many clients over 65 years of age, who are perfectly capable of enjoying every aspect of a Sunway tour, both accommodated and camping. For more details contact newzealand@sunway-safaris.com

Co-founders Bruce Taylor and Shaun Waring-Jones

SAFARI GRADING - WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

CLASSIC JOURNEYS

Authentic wildlife, adventure travel in comfort and style. Keeping in line with our popular small group concept, we will take you to the highlights of the countries travelled while keeping you off the beaten track, and stay in some of the most fantastic private lodges in Southern Africa. G&T anyone?

Our Classic Journeys are adventure travel and offer the same quality service that Sunway is renowned for, but with a higher standard of accommodation and a little more comfort.

The accommodation we use is the “classic” Southern African style, using 3+ star lodges, tented camps, and guest houses. We have chosen lodges, based on their location, that pay attention to detail and are intimate with a casual and relaxed atmosphere. All rooms will be en-suite. In some cases we’ll be staying inside the national parks, but on other nights we prefer to overnight at private lodges. The concept is to provide the best possible experience for you the traveller.

ACCOMMODATED ADVENTURES

If travelling to Africa has always been your dream then our range of accommodated adventures offer interesting, varied and exciting journeys that will get you closer to Africa’s nature and her people. Using comfortable, simple and well located accommodation, our small group safaris offer fantastic value for money combined with Sunway Safaris quality service.

Accommodated Adventures are based on our proven small group adventure safaris concept, you will overnight in guest houses, chalets, lodges or permanent tented camps. The accommodation we use is generally graded 2 to 3 star and is comfortable, clean and friendly and is booked on a twin share basis. The majority of rooms have en-suite bathrooms and very occasionally they will have shared ablutions. All linen and bedding is provided. Details of accommodation for each night are available on each detailed itinerary, or on our website www.sunway-safaris.com

CLASSIC - indicates en-suite lodge rooms, Classic Journey style. Most meals will be catered in-house by the guest houses, lodges and camps allowing you to enjoy buffet style breakfasts and casual dinners with your travelling companions around the lodge dinner table. On some travelling days you will have roadside picnics with lunches catered by your versatile guide. There will also be some own expense meals which are detailed in the itinerary. (Please also refer to the safari grade section on each page.)

Classic Journeys are a relaxed holiday experience, allowing you to sit back and soak it all in. Africa has a special way of touching your soul.

Classic Journeys are non-participation style meaning staff will prepare and tidy up meals.

Detailed itineraries in NZD and a general dossier for each safari are available for download on our NZ Representative office’s website. www.indafrica.co.nz

Repeat discount

There is a 5% discount available to repeat clients, so if you have travelled with Sunway before and are considering another Sunway safari, remember to tell your original booking agent when you book again.

UNDER CANVAS CAMPING

Camping in the wilds of Africa is the way to go – it’s an awesome experience to lie in your tent at night listening to the roar of lions or the haunting cry of a jackal!

On safari you stay in designated camping sites in national parks, private reserves, private campsites and towns. Facilities are good with hot showers, electricity, clothes washing facilities and generally a bar and restaurant available. Some camps further north can be basic and have limited facilities and simple reed enclosures for showers but do have flush toilets!

In the Botswana national parks we generally use private wild campsites. On wild camping nights there are no facilities. The Sunway team will erect a bucket shower, with warm water from the fire, and a pit toilet tent. Wild camping is a true wilderness experience and we keep our impact on the environment to a minimum, taking out everything we take in.

COMFORT - indicates en-suite rooms in a lodge or guest house. RUSTIC - indicates where rooms either share a bathroom, or where the accommodation available is more basic.

On certain of the itineraries we visit the Okavango Delta with 2 nights at a mobile tented camp. Each dome tent has twin camp beds with linen and en-suite chemical toilet. Shared bucket shower tent with hot water off the fire.

Most meals will be prepared by the Sunway guides from the truck. Evening meals we eat around a camp fire or in a boma and you will have roadside picnic style lunches on travelling days. Depending on the itinerary a selection of dinners and breakfasts will be catered in-house by certain lodges. With professional Sunway guides to lead our safari and a comfortable bed to sleep in every night you are assured of a fantastic holiday. You will not find a better value for money safari.

Accommodated Adventures are limited participation style.

Sunway supplies all the camping equipment with the exception of your sleeping bag and pillow (available for rent). The canvas dome tents we use are large (2.2 x 2.2 x 1.8 metre), with built-in insect nets. Putting them up or down takes only 5 minutes. We supply 5 cm thick mattresses, which are warm and comfortable. The camp chairs have a backrest and all cooking and eating utensils will also be provided. Food is kept in sealed containers and cooler boxes or freezers ensuring fresh and hygienic food preparation.

It’s not all camping! On most safaris there will be a number of lodge or guest house accommodation nights. The facilities will be modest but clean and comfortable. Generally you will have an en-suite twin room.

Most meals will be prepared by the Sunway guides evening meals we eat around a camp fire or in a boma and you will have roadside picnic style lunches on travelling days.

Under Canvas Camping safaris are limited participation.

CLASSIC JOURNEYS

Classic Botswana & Zimbabwe pg 35

BZac15 - Ivory Route - 15 days

Classic Windhoek to Victoria Falls pg 37

WVac15 - Elephant Track - 15 days

Classic Botswana pg 39

BPac11- Baobab - 11 days

ACCOMMODATED ADVENTURES

Botswana pg 13

BTa14 - Wild Parks - 14 days

Botswana (Maun start) pg 15

BTa13 - Wild Parks - 13 days

Namibia & Botswana pg 17

NBa21 - Southern Circle - 21 days

Namibia & Zambezi pg 19

NBa15 - Nambia & Zambezi - 15 days

Zimbabwe & Botswana pg 21

ZBa16 - Game Tracker - 16 days

Walking South Africa pg 23

JJa14 - Walking South Africa - 14 days

South Africa & Swaziland / eSwatini pg 25

SAa17 - Rainbow Route - 17 days

Cape to Victoria Falls pg 27

CVa21 - Grand Explorer - 21 days

Cape to Windhoek pg 29

CWa13 - Cape to Namibia - 13 days

Zambia & Malawi pg 31

ZMa16 - Livingstone Trail - 16 days

South Africa & Mozambique pg 33

MOa14 - Beach and Bush - 14 days

UNDER CANVAS CAMPING

Botswana pg 41

BT14 - Wildside - 14 days

Botswana pg 43

CK13 - Trans Kalahari - 13 days

Namibia & Botswana pg 45

NB21 - Desert and Delta - 21 days

Zimbabwe & Botswana pg 47

ZB16 - Game Trail - 16 days

Zimbabwe & Zambia pg 49

ZZ15 - Ancient Pathways - 15 days

Cape Town to Victoria Falls pg 51

CV21 - Explorer - 21 days

Zambia, Malawi & Mozambique pg 53

LM22 - Trade Route - 22 days

The journeys we offer are vehicle based and you’re going to spend time on the road exploring Southern Africa. It’s therefore important that our vehicles our built for purpose.

Guides

Tour guides are essential to any tour and Sunway proudly operates with two qualified and registered field guides on all tours. Two guides (not drivers/crew/cooks) ensure you are being looked after by tour leaders with years of experience and that there is a comprehensive knowledge base from which you get the most out of your tour. Not only are all of our guides qualified professionals but they also go through rigorous and continuous in-house training at Sunway Safaris to ensure that a high standard of guide is guaranteed.

Sprinters

Our Sprinter buses have been modified to suit the Sunway safari requirements. They have individual high back seats with lap belts and large sliding windows for each row. They have large off road tyres which give better ground clearance for gravel roads. Comfortable cruising speed and air conditioning mean that they are ideally suited to tours where we use local open 4WDs for activities, or where the focus of the safari is walking or activity based. A safari by Sprinter essentially means you have the convenience of comfortable long distance cruising combined with the advantage of local vehicles for activities.

Excursions

As part of our small group ethos, where ever possible we keep our groups seperate, including cruises on our own private boat or an open 4WD vehicle with only our group.

CLASSIC JOURNEYS ACCOMMODATED ADVENTURES

* 3+ Star accommodation

* Non-participation

* In-house lodge catered meals

Classic Journeys single supplement: Due to the group size and the lodge room allocations, if you are travelling on your own there is a price supplement. Please see the individual itineraries for details of the single supplement.

Non-participation: On the Classic Journeys the Sunway team, and the various accommodation staff will look after the operational side of the safari. Your holiday time is exclusively yours to enjoy your safari and get the most from your travel experience. Where porters are available they’ll help with your bags, but sometimes you’ll need to carry your own bags. Please remember that this is still an adventure tour, travelling by vehicle, so the more you put in the more rewarding your experience will be.

Classic Journey transport: In Botswana on the Botswana Baobabs Classic Journey, we use open sided custom built 4WD vehicles, maximum of 8 clients, each having their own ‘window’ seat. On the Zimbabwe and Botswana Ivory Route Classic Journey, we use primarily minibuses, with air conditioning, for transfers between destinations, and then make use of local open game drive vehicles where possible. And on the Namibia and Botswana Elephant Track, due to road conditions, we use primarily a Sunway safari truck.

Note Classic Journey luxury mobile camp: For 2 nights in Savuti in the Chobe NP, we stay in a luxury pre-erected mobile tented camp. Each mini Meru tent has camp beds with linen, bed side table, solar powered lighting, and an en suite bath room with private shower. The camp is serviced by our back up team, including housekeeping, waiter and chef. Set up on private exclusive use locations within the national park the camp is a wonderful experience and highlight for many clients.

MAKUWA SAFARI LODGE

Makuwa Safari Lodge is located in the Greater Kruger National Park, near the town of Hoedspruit. Makuwa is an ideal bush base from which to access the Kruger through the Orpen gate.

Settle into your bush experience with an evening sundowner as the sun sets over the Drakensberg Mountains before enjoying a scrumptious meal prepared by our friendly staff. The following days can be spent exploring Kruger NP as a self-drive, or in an open safari vehicle with the Makuwa guides. We also offer guided bush walks in the neighbouring big 5 reserve, where your armed safari guide will show you the fascinating details of the African bushveld. The lodge comprises 3 white-washed thatch houses with airy covered patios overlooking lush buffalo grass lawns dotted with acacias, fever trees, and a massive fig tree.

Beyond the lawns is the lodge’s private reserve, home to buffalo, zebra, nyala, kudu and other plains game…with the occasional leopard and wild dog in the vicinity. Self drive visitors and groups welcome. www.makuwasafarilodge.co.za

* 2-3 Star accommodation

* Limited participation

* Guides prepare the meals

Accommodated Adventures single supplements: Booking solo - you do not pay any more for travelling as a single person. If you are travelling on your own, Sunway will automatically room you with another same gender single person. If however you request a single room these are available on each tour, with a price supplement. Please note that there is a limit of 2 single rooms available on each tour.

Limited participation: On our accommodated adventures we will require a limited amount of participation from you. The Sunway guides will, when required, do the meal preparation and will ask you for a bit of help cleaning up afterwards (on rotation). Where restaurant meals are included in the itinerary, obviously these will be served by the lodge and do not require your assistance. When everyone gets involved in the safari it makes the entire tour more successful.

Note Accommodated Adventures Okavango Delta: For 2 nights in the Okavango Delta on Accommodated Adventures, we stay in a simple preerected mobile tented camp. Each dome tent has camp stretchers with linen, and an en-suite chemical toilet. There is a communal bucket shower with hot water off the fire. We are hosted by the local community guides.

ZULULAND LODGE

Zululand Lodge is situated on the Msinene Conservancy in northern KwaZulu Natal, 20km north of Hluhluwe town. Our intimate comfortable lodge offers a private African bush experience.

Accommodation consists of nine well-appointed permanent tents, with en suite bathrooms, and secluded decks to enjoy the surrounding bushveld.

Spend a relaxing afternoon in our lounge watching the zebra drinking at the waterhole. Enjoy a sundowner drink from our raised bar which offers expansive views over the wilderness. Delicious breakfasts and evening meals prepared by our chef, are served in our dining area.

Game walks through the riverine forest along the banks of the Msinene River offer amazing birding opportunities as well as hippo, crocodile, nyala and possible sightings of the elusive resident leopards. We are perfectly located to visit Hluhluwe NP, Mkhuze GR and Lake St Lucia, iSimangaliso Wetland Park. Self drive visitors and groups welcome. www.zululandlodge.com

UNDER CANVAS CAMPING

* Camping

* Limited participation

* Guides prepare the meals

Under Canvas Camping single supplements: Booking solo - you do not pay any more for travelling as a single person. If you are travelling on your own, Sunway will automatically “tent” you with another same gender single person. If however you request a single tent, a limited number of these are available on each camping tour, with a price supplement.

Limited participation: On our camping safaris we will require some participation during the tour. This includes putting up and taking down your tent (your trusty guides are never too far away to lend a helping hand), packing and unpacking the vehicle and some help with the meals on the tour. The guides do all of the provisioning, meal planning and cooking, but a bit of help with preparation before and cleaning up after the meal is always appreciated.

Note: Southern Africa has an excellent climate throughout the year, and campsite facilities throughout the region are very good. The outdoor holiday lifestyle is very popular. Campsites provide running water, hot showers, electrical power points, in great locations with helpful staff.

Specifically in Botswana, we make use of operator only private and exclusive campsites. These campsites are located inside the national parks of Botswana, and allow us to get an incredibly close wilderness experience. Our guides will ensure that wild camping is a fantastic part of your safari.

PRIVATE GUIDED SAFARIS

Are you searching for that perfect safari? Visiting those amazing places on this beautiful continent that you’ve always hoped to see yourself, but you just can’t seem to find the right trip. If you have a small group of friends looking for an adventure or a special extended family occasion to celebrate, Sunway Safaris can make your dream holiday a reality.

The Sunway team of specialist consultants, experienced safari guides with the support of our offices in South Africa, Botswana and Namibia and the use of our safari trucks or 4x4s means we can tailor make an African experience as you want it.

Sunway Safaris has over two decades of experience in operating small group safaris throughout Southern Africa. Our operational expertise and on the ground knowledge of those special experiences means that we can offer you an amazing private guided safari anywhere in Southern Africa.

Please contact your Sunway agent and we’ll make it happen for you.

RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL

Sunway is acutely aware of the need to reduce our impact on the environment and operate sustainably; thereby supporting the protection of ecosystems and the rural communities of Southern Africa. Sunway’s environmental policy applies to everyone travelling with us and allows us to experience the lands we are visiting but also have a positive influence on the communities and ultimately the natural environment.

Sustainable tourism practices, financial benefits to conservation and goodwill are all factors that Sunway aims to balance at all times. We firmly believe that sustainable utilisation is the only viable conservation approach in Africa, and our small group style of travel is the ideal driver for long term conservation in Southern Africa.

Employment of Local Guides: Enhancing Experiences and Community Benefits

Local people possess exceptional knowledge about the wildlife and the areas they call home. We prioritize the employment of local guides and by doing so, we ensure that the communities we visit receive direct revenues from our visits. Many of the people that we employ, both directly and indirectly, are the sole bread winners in their families.

Supporting Rural Communities

Sunway tours visit remote rural areas. By visiting these places, and using local accommodation and services, we are bringing financial benefits to these communities which is the very essence of responsible tourism.

Entrance Fees: Supporting National Parks and Community Conservation

All entrance fees spent on tour contribute to national parks maintenance and community conservation efforts. We endeavour to support community run projects which ensure the preservation of these natural resources through community ownership, employment and pride.

Good2Go campaign

Our Good2Go campaign showcases the lodges we use on tour and their commitment to conservation and local communities. When you book a Sunway trip, you directly contribute to the local economy and various conservation initiatives. This we believe is the key to the fundamental benefit of tourism. More about our Good2Go campaign is highlighted on each detailed itinerary which can be downloaded from our website.

Water and plastic

Good 2Go

We encourage you to make use of a water bottle and refill it from taps and boreholes on tour. The water quality is good. Avoid buying single use plastic bottles and your guides can advise on where to refill.

Carbon Emissions - Benefits of Small Group Touring

Small group travel is a more environmentally friendly option than self-drive because the carbon emissions per person is significantly lower. 2 people in a self-drive 4WD use approximately 6-7 litres of fuel per person per 100km whereas 10 people in a Sunway truck use less than 2 litres of fuel per person per 100km – it’s more than 3x more sustainable to travel on a Sunway small group tour!

SOS - Save our Sausage Trees Project - Okavango

Traditionally local communities in Botswana’s Okavango Delta use the wood of the Sausage Tree (Kigelia Africana) to craft their mekoro. The demand for wooden mekoro is unsustainable, and sadly these trees are disappearing from the region. In response we established the SOS trees project which assists local community polers to buy replica fiberglass mekoro. These mekoro have a longer lifespan than wooden ones and are produced without negative effect on the environment. A collection box will be made available after your Okavango excursion and any donations go directly to the purchase of fibreglass mekoro. Since 2011 Sunway clients have helped over 70 polers to buy their own mekoro.

Msinene Conservancy – KwaZulu Natal

The Msinene Conservancy is located in Northern KwaZulu-Natal. Over the last 10 years we have bought pieces of cattle farm land and removed fencing from within the area. We have re-introduced impala, zebra and giraffe and our active anti-poaching team protect the conservation of this beautiful environment. A number of Sunway trips stay at Zululand Lodge and your patronage helps to fund conservation. The purchase of water bottles by Sunway clients raised enough money for us to introduce two young female giraffe in 2023, and thereby expand the genetic biodiversity.

Educating our Youth - Johannesburg

Each year we run a number of safaris for disadvantaged children. Our aim is to raise our young adult’s basic understanding and respect for the natural environment. We also want to show them prospects for their future employment in conservation or the tourism industry. We work with the PEN Organisation. www.pen.org.za PEN dreams of igniting change, healing communities and nurturing togetherness. Their work covers education and access to technology, health and emotional well-being, community support and citizens’ rights; enterprise coaching and skills development.

Choose Sunway Safaris for Responsible Travel

At Sunway Safaris, we maintain a delicate balance between tourism, goodwill, and conservation. We are dedicated to responsible tourism practices that supporting local communities, preserving natural environments, and protecting our wildlife. By travelling with us, you actively contribute to these initiatives while enjoying the benefits of sustainable tourism. Join us on a responsible journey and make a positive impact.

Botswana is considered Southern Africa’s premier game viewing destination. Get the best wilderness experience in Southern Africa by bush walk, game drive – and even by dug-out canoe. Cruise past hippos in the Okavango Delta and watch thirsty elephants at the river in Chobe National Park. End with a very grand finale: Victoria Falls.

The BTa14 Johannesburg start saves you the cost of flights to Maun, and includes an opportunity to see rhino.

The BTa13 Maun start clients join the BTa14 group in Maun on day 2 eliminating the drive Jo’burg to Maun. See page 14.

Overnight a total of all 13 nights accommodation in lodges, chalets and tented camps. Of which; 10 nights on safari we stay at small and intimate lodges, with en suite facilities.

1 night in Khama is in self catering chalets where two bedrooms share a bathroom.

2 nights tented camp in the Okavango. Each tent has twin camp beds with linen and en suite chemical toilet. Shared bucket shower tent with hot water off the fire.

Meals 13 breakfasts, 11 lunches and 6 dinners are included. Of which 9 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 3 dinners are provided by the lodges. The remaining included meals are provided by the Sunway crew, prepared at the vehicle and eaten around the camp fire.

Transport for the majority of this safari you travel in a custom-built Sunway Safari truck with 12 forward facing seats; or (on 10% of tours) Mercedes Sprinter minibuses with 12 forward facing seats and air conditioning. For the game drives in Moremi and Chobe and the transfer into the Okavango we use open sided 4WD vehicles with local guides.

Limited participation An essential part of your safari is some participation. From carrying your own bag to cleaning your window and packing the truck in the morning – it’s all part of your adventure and when everyone puts in a little effort the trip will run smoothly. Where the tour leaders provide meals we ask that clients help (on rotation) with the washing up.

2024 DEPARTURES

Day

(B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)

Departing from Johannesburg at 06:30am we head north into Botswana and the Khama Rhino Sanctuary. The Khama Rhino Sanctuary Trust is a community based wildlife project established in 1992 to assist in saving the vanishing rhino, restore an area formerly teeming with wildlife to its previous natural state and provide economic benefits to the local Botswana community through tourism and the sustainable use of natural resources. This reserve, situated on the Kalahari sandveld, has several natural waterholes and provides prime habitat for white rhino, zebra and wildebeest.

Day 2 MAUN [lodge BL-]

We drive through the Kalahari to Maun, the gateway to the Okavango Delta. Since Maun’s founding in 1915 as the capital of the Batswana people, it has had a reputation as a hard-living “Wild West” town helping the local cattle ranching and safari operations. The name Maun is derived from the San word ‘maung’, which translates as ‘the place of short reeds’.

Day 3 - 4 OKAVANGO DELTA

[tented camp x 2 BLD]

We drive into the Okavango Delta to the launch station where we board our mekoro’s and pole to our tented camp in the heart of the largest inland delta in the world. This amazing environment has large numbers of red lechwe, buffalo, elephant and birds, particularly kingfishers! One of the best experiences in the Okavango Delta is to be poled along reed-lined channels in a mokoro (dug-out canoe). Sit back and relax as the water gurgles gently under the mokoro while your skilled poler points out the fauna and flora.

Day 5, 6, 7, 8 MOREMI

[3x tented bush camp BLD, 1x lodge BL -]

We take an open 4WD into Moremi Game Reserve for fantastic game viewing! Chief’s Island is the largest landmass within Moremi and was the Batswana tribe’s richest hunting ground, before being declared a game reserve by the tribe. We spend 4 days on game drives watching the abundant wildlife including elephant, hippo, buffalo, lion & other game, both in Moremi Game Reserve and in private concession reserves surrounding the park.

We return to Maun midday on day 8 for an evening restaurant meal (own expense).

Day 9 MAKGADIKGADI PANS

[tented lodge or chalets BL -]

We have time for an optional game flight over the Okavango (own expense) before we head to Nata. The shimmering saltpans of Makgadikgadi appear as a glaring white, endless plain. When the rain comes a dramatic change takes place as thousands of wildebeest and zebra migrate to the sweet nutritious grasslands and clouds of flamingo feed in its algae rich waters. It is an area of low rainfall so this spectacle only lasts a short while.

Day 10 - 11 CHOBE NATIONAL PARK

[lodge BL-]

The Chobe River is a stunning feature of Botswana and will be the focus of our lodge stay. The Chobe River flows lazily along the northern boundary of the Chobe National Park attracting some of the largest herds of elephant in Africa. An early morning 4WD game drive in the Chobe National Park and an afternoon game viewing cruise to see the mighty elephant herds come down to the Chobe River to quench their thirst.

Day 12 - 13 VICTORIA FALLS / ZIMBABWE [hotel Bx2--]

We visit “Mosi oa Tunya” or “the smoke that thunders” - Victoria Falls. These magnificent falls are one of the seven natural wonders of the world. A rich and fertile rain forest, fed by the spray or “smoke”, surrounds the falls attracting colourful birdlife. Opportunities to white water raft on the mighty Zambezi River, bungee jump, or take a “flight of angels” (own expense).

Day 14 ZIMBABWE - VICTORIA FALLS - TOUR ENDS [- B--]

Tour ends after breakfast at 08:00am at the hotel.

BTa14 NZD 5,655 pps + local payment of US$ 300 NZD 1,472 pp single supplement

Please note: The accommodation specified in this itinerary is a guide only and is subject to availability. Alternatives will be of a similar standard.

* Bold dates are guaranteed departures, all other dates guaranteed from 4 clients.

* NBa: These tours can be combined with the NBa15 Namibia and Zambezi to create a Johannesburg to Windhoek tour.

1 JOHANNESBURG to KHAMA RHINO SANCTUARY [chalets -LD]

Jez Hollinshead

Botswana is considered Southern Africa’s premier game viewing destination. Get the best wilderness experience in Southern Africa by bush walk, game drive – and even by dug-out canoe. Cruise past hippos in the Okavango Delta and watch thirsty elephants at the river in Chobe National Park. End with a very grand finale: Victoria Falls.

The BTa14 Johannesburg start saves you the cost of flights to Maun, and includes an opportunity to see rhino.

The BTa13 Maun start clients join the BTa14 group in Maun on day 2 eliminating the drive Jo’burg to Maun. See page 12.

Overnight a total of all 12 nights accommodation in lodges, chalets and tented lodges. 10 nights on safari we stay at small and intimate lodges, with en suite facilities. 2 nights tented camp in the Okavango. Each tent has twin camp beds with linen and an en suite chemical toilet. Shared bucket shower tent with hot water off the fire.

Meals 12 breakfasts, 9 lunches and 5 dinners are included. Of which 9 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 3 dinners are provided by the lodges. The remaining included meals are provided by the Sunway crew, prepared at the vehicle and eaten around the camp fire.

Transport for the majority of this safari you travel in a custom-built Sunway Safari truck with 12 forward facing seats; or (on 10% of tours) Mercedes Sprinter minibus with 12 forward facing seats and air conditioning.

For the game drives in Moremi and Chobe and the transfer into the Okavango we use open sided 4WD vehicles with local guides.

2024 DEPARTURES

Day 1 MAUN [lodge - - -]

(B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)

You will join up with your group at the lodge in Maun at +/- 17:00pm. (Arrival airport transfers can be booked). Since Maun’s founding in 1915 as the capital of the Batswana people, it has had a reputation as a hard-living “Wild West” town helping the local cattle ranching and safari operations. The name Maun is derived from the San word ‘maung’, which translates as ‘the place of short reeds’.

Day 2 - 3 OKAVANGO DELTA

[tented camp x2 BLD]

We drive into the Okavango Delta to the launch station where we board our mekoro’s and pole to our tented camp in the heart of the largest inland delta in the world. This amazing environment has large numbers of red lechwe, buffalo, elephant and birds, particularly kingfishers! One of the best experiences in the Okavango Delta is to be poled along reed-lined channels in a mokoro (dug-out canoe). Sit back and relax as the water gurgles gently under the mokoro while your skilled poler points out the fauna and flora.

Day 4, 5, 6, 7 MOREMI

[3x tented bush camp BLD, 1x lodge BL -]

We take an open 4WD into Moremi Game Reserve for fantastic game viewing! Chief’s Island is the largest landmass within Moremi and was the Batswana tribe’s richest hunting ground, before being declared a game reserve by the tribe. We spend 4 days on game drives watching the abundant wildlife including elephant, hippo, buffalo, lion & other game, both in Moremi Game Reserve and in private concession reserves surrounding the park.

We return to Maun midday on day 7 for an evening restaurant meal (own expense).

Day 8 MAKGADIKGADI PANS

[tented lodge or chalets BL -]

We have time for an optional game flight over the Okavango (own expense) before we head to Nata. The shimmering saltpans of Makgadikgadi appear as a glaring white, endless plain. When the rain comes a dramatic change takes place as thousands of wildebeest and zebra migrate to the sweet nutritious grasslands and clouds of flamingo feed in its algae rich waters. It is an area of low rainfall so this spectacle only lasts a short while.

Day 9 - 10 CHOBE NATIONAL PARK

[lodge BL-]

The Chobe River is a stunning feature of Botswana and will be the focus of our lodge stay. The Chobe River flows lazily along the northern boundary of the Chobe National Park attracting some of the largest herds of elephant in Africa. An early morning 4WD game drive in the Chobe National Park and an afternoon game viewing cruise to see the mighty elephant herds come down to the Chobe River to quench their thirst.

Day 11 - 12 VICTORIA FALLS / ZIMBABWE

[hotel Bx2--]

We visit “Mosi oa Tunya” or “the smoke that thunders” - Victoria Falls. These magnificent falls are one of the seven natural wonders of the world. A rich and fertile rain forest, fed by the spray or “smoke”, surrounds the falls attracting colourful birdlife. Opportunities to white water raft on the mighty Zambezi River, bungee jump, or take a “flight of angels” (own expense).

Day 13 ZIMBABWE

ENDS [- B--]

-

VICTORIA FALLS

- TOUR

Tour ends after breakfast at 08:00am at the hotel.

Good 2Go

BTa13 NZD 5,480 pps + local payment of US$ 300 NZD 1,436 pp single supplement

Please note: The accommodation specified in this itinerary is a guide only and is subject to availability. Alternatives will be of a similar standard.

* Bold dates are guaranteed departures, all other dates guaranteed from 4 clients.

Limited participation

An essential part of your safari is some participation. From carrying your own bag to cleaning your window and packing the truck in the morning – it’s all part of your adventure and when everyone puts in a little effort the trip will run smoothly. Where the tour leaders provide meals we ask that clients help (on rotation) with the washing up.

* NBa: These tours can be combined with the NBa15 Namibia and Zambezi to create a Johannesburg to Windhoek tour.

In this 21-day trip, we’ve lassoed all the highlights of Namibia and Botswana together, from Namibia’s famous Sossusvlei dunes to Botswana’s epic game reserves. Soak up Victoria Falls before crossing into arid Namibia’s Etosha National Park. Climb the Namib Desert dunes, then bush walk in Botswana with the San bushmen. Dug-out canoes take you deep into the Okavango Delta, and a cruise caps things off in Chobe National Park.

The same itinerary is offered as a camping option, see page 42.

NBa21 Livingstone to Livingstone is the full circular route.

NBa15 Livingstone to Windhoek offers northern Namibia with a Victoria Falls start. See page 18.

Overnight 18 nights on safari at small lodges (including tented lodges), with en suite facilities.

2 nights tented camp in the Okavango. Each tent has twin camp beds with linen and en suite chemical toilet. Shared bucket shower tent with hot water off the fire.

Meals 20 breakfasts, 17 lunches & 11 dinners included. Of which 9 breakfasts are provided by the lodges. The remaining included meals are provided by Sunway crew and meals will be enjoyed around the campfire at the truck.

Transport for the majority of this safari you travel in custom-built Sunway Safari trucks with 12 forward facing seats. On 5% of tours we may use Mercedes Sprinter minibuses with 12 forward facing seats and air conditioning. There are some long distances to cover and a few early morning starts.

For the transfer to the Okavango, we use open-sided 4WD vehicles with local guides.

Limited participation An essential part of your safari is some participation. From carrying your own bag to packing the truck in the morning – it’s all part of your adventure. Where the tour leaders provide meals we ask that clients help (on rotation) with the washing up.

2024 DEPARTURES

Day 1 - 2 LIVINGSTONE [chalet Bx1--] (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)

Tour departure meeting at 14:00pm. Victoria Falls is one of the natural wonders of the world and we take 2 days to explore this area. Adventure activities abound, white water rafting on the mighty Zambezi, helicoper flights or an 111m bungee jump (own expense).

Day 3 - 4 CAPRIVI [chalet BLD]

Crossing out of Zambia into the Caprivi strip, we spend two days travelling west through this game rich area. We’ll explore the Kwando River by boat and a game drive into the Mahango Game Reserve.

Day 5 RUNDU [chalet BL-]

After a morning enjoying the abundant birdlife that surrounds the camp, our road takes us along the Kavango River. Villages of grass huts and local wooden crafts and carvings are a common sight. We stop for the night at our riverside lodge in Rundu and enjoy a spectacular sunset.

Day 6, 7 - 8 ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK [lodge BLD]

We head deeper into Namibia to the Etosha National Park. The National Park surrounds the Etosha Pan, and is locally named “the great white place of dry water”. Waterholes surround the pan and attract game. Etosha is known for great sightings of elephant, antelope and lions. Our lodge lies on the boundary of the park and we spend our mornings and afternoons on game drives.

Day 9 BRANDBERG [lodge BLD]

Our journey covers some beautiful desert landscapes as we move south towards the Brandberg Mountain. Our lodge is situated in the dry Ugab River which is home to the rare desert elephants. We take a walk with a local guide to view the famous White Lady rock painting in the area.

Day 10 - 11 SWAKOPMUND

[guest house Bx2 Lx1 -]

We cross flat open plains to the coast where we visit the Cape Cross seal colony. Further south is the coastal town of Swakopmund where we have a day free to explore the town or try sea kayaking or dune boarding (own expense). German colonial influences are strong in the town of Swakopmund as reflected in the restaurant menus and the architecture.

Day 12 - 13 NAMIB DESERT

[permanent tent BLD]

The lunar landscapes surround the town of Swakopmund and we visit these as we leave and head into the Namib Desert with its towering red sand dunes. We will walk to Sossusvlei, explore Sesriem Canyon and from the comfort of our lodge outside the national park watch a dramatic sunset over the desert.

(If you prefer not to do the 4km walk to Sossusvlei there is an optional own expense 4WD transfer).

Day 14 WINDHOEK

[guest house BL-]

Windhoek is the capital and largest city in Namibia. Its charm lies in its harmonious blend of African and European cultures and the friendliness of its people and an interesting mix of modern and German colonial era influenced architecture. We arrive late in the day and enjoy a restaurant meal (own expense).

Victoria Falls to Windhoek tour ends at 08:00am on day 15 (NBa15). See page 18.

Day 15 KALAHARI [chalet BLD]

Crossing into Botswana we overnight in the heart of the Kalahari. We take a walk with the local San Bushmen to learn fascinating bush skills and get an insight into how these incredible people survive in this desert environment. Our overnight lodge is owned and operated by the community.

Day 16, 17, 18 OKAVANGO DELTA [tented camping x2 BLD][lodge x1 BL-]

An annual flood of fresh water spreads into the Kalahari Desert creating the reed lined channels of the Okavango Delta. Our first night is spent in Maun in preparation before journeying deep into the Delta on Mekoro (dugouts) - an experience not to be missed. We have 2 nights in our tented camp on a remote island and enjoy game walks, swimming and the birdlife in this pristine wilderness area.

Day 19 MAKGADIKGADI PANS [permanent tent BL-]

Feel the vastness of Africa under a big sky sunset. After the rains the pans fill with water and attract thousands of water birds and herds of zebra, wildebeest and springbok.

Day 20 CHOBE NATIONAL PARK [chalet BL-]

We turn north through the Chobe Forest Reserve to Kasane where we settle into our lodge. Chobe NP is famous for large herds of elephant and buffalo. Our afternoon is spent on an exciting wildlife boat cruise in the Chobe NP.

Day 21 ZAMBIA - LIVINGSTONE - TOUR ENDS [- B--]

This morning we transfer across the Zambezi River to Livingstone where the tour ends at +/-12:00 noon.

Please note: We do a free drop off at Livingstone airport on day 21 at 12:00noon so you can book your flight out for the last day of tour. Paid for transfer also available to Kasane or Victoria Falls airport.

NBa21 NZD 6,365 pps

NZD 1,082 pp single supplement

Etosha guest house

Etosha NP

North Namibia will surprise you. West of Victoria Falls, wildlife thrives along Namibia’s lush Caprivi Strip, you’ll be astounded in Etosha, the country’s largest national park, and discover Damaraland’s petrified forests. Ready to turn up the heat? Turn south in search of desert elephants, and the world’s biggest dunes at Sossusvlei, deep in the Namib Desert.

The same itinerary is offered as a camping option, see page 42.

NBa21 Livingstone to Livingstone is the full circular route.

NBa15 Livingstone to Windhoek offers northern Namibia with a Victoria Falls start.

Overnight 14 nights on safari at small lodges (including tented lodges), with en suite facilities.

Meals 14 breakfasts, 11 lunches & 8 dinners included. Of which 7 breakfasts are provided by the lodges. The remaining included meals are provided by Sunway crew and meals will be enjoyed around the campfire at the truck.

Transport for the majority of this safari you travel in custom-built Sunway Safari trucks with 12 forward facing seats. On 5% of tours we may use Mercedes Sprinter minibuses with 12 forward facing seats and air conditioning.

There are some long distances to cover and a few early morning starts.

Limited participation An essential part of your safari is some participation. From carrying your own bag to packing the truck in the morning – it’s all part of your adventure. Where the tour leaders provide meals we ask that clients help (on rotation) with the washing up.

2024 DEPARTURES

Day 1 - 2 LIVINGSTONE [chalet Bx1--]

(B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)

Tour departure meeting at 14:00pm. Victoria Falls is one of the natural wonders of the world and we take 2 days to explore this area. Adventure activities abound, white water rafting on the mighty Zambezi, helicoper flights or an 111m bungee jump (own expense).

Day 3 - 4 CAPRIVI [chalet BLD]

Crossing out of Zambia into the Caprivi strip, we spend two days travelling west through this game rich area. We’ll explore the Kwando River by boat and a game drive into Mahango Game Reserve.

Day 5 RUNDU [chalet BL-]

After a morning enjoying the abundant birdlife that surrounds the camp, our road takes us along the Kavango River. Villages of grass huts and local wooden crafts and carvings are a common sight. We stop for the night at our riverside lodge in Rundu and enjoy a spectacular sunset.

Day 6, 7 - 8 ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK [lodge BLD]

We head deeper into Namibia to the Etosha National Park. The National Park surrounds the Etosha Pan, and is locally named “the great white place of dry water”. Waterholes surround the pan and attract game. Etosha is known for great sightings of elephant, antelope and lions. Our lodge lies on the boundary of the park and we spend our mornings and afternoons on game drives.

Day 9 BRANDBERG [lodge BLD]

Our journey covers some beautiful desert landscapes as we move south towards the Brandberg Mountain. Our lodge is situated

in the dry Ugab River which is home to the rare desert elephants. We take a walk with a local guide to view the famous White Lady rock painting in the area.

Day 10 - 11 SWAKOPMUND [guest house Bx2 Lx1 -]

We cross flat open plains to the coast where we visit the Cape Cross seal colony. Further south is the coastal town of Swakopmund where we have a day free to explore the town or try sea kayaking or dune boarding (own expense). German colonial influences are strong in the town of Swakopmund as reflected in the restaurant menus and the architecture.

Day 12 - 13 NAMIB DESERT [permanent tent BLD]

The lunar landscapes surround the town of Swakopmund and we visit these as we leave and head into the Namib Desert with its towering red sand dunes. We will walk to Sossusvlei, explore Sesriem Canyon and from the comfort of our lodge outside the national park watch a dramatic sunset over the world’s highest sand dunes. (If you prefer not to do the 4km walk to Sossusvlei there is an optional own expense 4WD transfer).

Day 14 WINDHOEK [guest house BL-]

Windhoek is the capital and largest city in Namibia. Its charm lies in its harmonious blend of African and European cultures and the friendliness of its people and an interesting mix of modern and German colonial era influenced architecture. We arrive late in the day and enjoy a restaurant meal (own expense).

Day 15 WINDHOEK - TOUR ENDS { - B - -]

Tour ends at +/- 08:00am after breakfast at the guest house.

* Bold dates are guaranteed departures, all other dates guaranteed from 4 clients. Please note: The accommodation specified in the itinerary is a guide only and subject to availability.

Alternatives will be of a similar standard

* BTa: The tour can be linked after either the BTa14 or the BT14 departures.

NBa15 NZD 4,930 pps NZD 727 pp single supplement

Camp Ngepi

Visitors are afforded some of the best game viewing and cultural explorations available over three Southern African countries. This fully accommodated tour offers adventure at an affordable cost.

The ZBa16 Johannesburg to Johannesburg circular route with simple in’tl flights & includes a chance to see rhino.

The ZBa15 Johannesburg to Maun offers the opportunity to fly out of Maun on day 15 and avoid the drive back to Jo’burg. The same itinerary is offered camping, see page 44.

Overnight 13 nights on safari we stay at small lodges, with en suite facilities. Of which; 11 nights en suite and 1 night in Khama in self-catering chalets where two bedrooms share a bathroom, & 1 night in Kruger is shared ablutions.

And 2 nights tented camp in the Okavango. Each tent has twin camp beds with linen and en suite chemical toilet. Shared bucket shower tent with hot water off the fire.

Details of accommodation on www.sunway-safaris.com in the downloadable detailed tour itinerary.

Meals 15 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 11 dinners are included. Of which 8 breakfasts & 4 dinners are provided by the lodges. The remaining included meals are prepared by Sunway crew at the vehicle and enjoyed around the campfire.

Transport for the majority of this safari you travel in a custom-built Sunway Safari trucks with 12 forward facing seats; or (on 40% of tours) Mercedes Sprinter minibuses with 12 forward facing seats and air conditioning.

For the game drives in Chobe, Hwange, Matobos and the transfer into the Okavango we use local open sided 4WD vehicles with local guides.

2024 DEPARTURES

Day 1 KRUGER NATIONAL PARK [permanent tent / chalet - LD]

(B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)

Departing Johannesburg at 06:30am we head into the world famous Kruger National Park. We visit the northern part of the park and stay in the Letaba area of the reserve. We enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in our safari vehicle and hope to spot lion, elephant, rhino and other animals in this icon of wildlife conservation.

Day 2 KRUGER NATIONAL PARK [tented lodge BLD]

This morning we wake early and game drive north through the park to the Pafuri region. The northern Kruger is dominated by mopane veld and is the domain of large elephant bulls, wilddog and lions. As we reach the Limpopo Valley the vegetation changes to forest and birdlife is prolific. We exit the park, late in the afternoon, and overnight at a lodge just outside the Kruger.

Day 3 GREAT ZIMBABWE [hotel BLD]

Entering Zimbabwe at the Beit Bridge border post, we travel north to our overnight stop. The following morning we visit the Great Zimbabwe Monuments. These well preserved ruins are some of the oldest and largest stone structures in Southern Africa and were built during the 11th to 14th centuries. We explore these ancient stone structures on an informative walk with a local guide.

Day 4 - 5 MATOBOS NATIONAL PARK [chalet BLD]

Travelling via the city of Bulawayo we move on to the Matobos National Park and our chalets on the outskirts of the park. This afternoon we enjoy sundowners from the granite ridge overlooking the park. The following morning we visit World’s View and the historical site of Cecil John Rhodes’ grave. Unusual rock formations are home to an

array of ancient Bushman paintings which we visit while on our game drive and walk. This area is also home to Zimbabwe’s rhino which we hope to see on our excursion in the national park.

Day 6 - 7 HWANGE NATIONAL PARK [chalet BLD]

Named after a local Nhanzwa chief, Hwange National Park is the largest Park in Zimbabwe occupying roughly 14 650 square kilometers. Hwange is famed for its large elephant population. Our chalets are in the game management area that borders the park, and we explore the park with our local guide, on a full day game drive in an open 4WD game viewing vehicle.

Day 8 - 9 VICTORIA FALLS

[guest house B--]

We enjoy a spectacular guided 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).

Day 10 CHOBE NATIONAL PARK [chalet BLD]

Entering Botswana, we head to the town of Kasane and our accommodation 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 elephant in Africa. A highlight of any trip to the Chobe is the afternoon game viewing cruise where we hope to see large herds of elephants and other wildlife as they quench their thirst at the end of the day.

Day 11 NATA

[tented lodge BL-]

This morning we venture into the Chobe National Park in an open 4WD in search of big cats and elephants. Thereafter we head south through the Kasane Forest Reserve to the Nata area for our overnight stop.

Day 12 - 14 OKAVANGO DELTA

[2x tented camping, 1x chalet Bx3 Lx3 Dx2]

We transfer into the delta by open 4WD game viewing vehicle. Our local guides will take us deep into the heart of the Okavango Delta on Mekoro (dugout canoes) to our pre-erected tented camp. The delta forms as rain water from the Angolan highlands flows out over the flat Kalahari Desert sands, forming a delicate, green oasis for birds and wildlife. Our camp is on a remote island in this amazingly dynamic environment and we enjoy bush walks, bird watching and swimming in the clear waters. Camping with our local guides we learn more about their lifestyle and culture. Returning to Maun in the afternoon of day 14 there is time for an optional scenic flight over the Okavango (own expense).

You can end this tour in Maun on day 15 at 08:00am after breakfast to catch flights out of Maun. Thus avoid two long travel days back to Johannesburg. See www.indafrica.co.nz for itinerary and NZD price (ZBa15)

Day 15 KHAMA RHINO SANCTUARY [chalet BLD]

Heading south from Maun, we cross the wide open spaces of the Kalahari Desert on our way to Khama Rhino Sanctuary. This is a community based wildlife project established in 1992 to assist in protecting rhino and restore an area formerly teeming with wildlife to its natural state. The reserve provides economic benefits to the local Batswana community through sustainable use of natural resources. We hope to spot some of the endangered rhino on a game drive

Day 16 JOHANNESBURG – TOUR ENDS [- B--]

Crossing back into South Africa, we make our way to Johannesburg where the tour ends at +/- 18:00.

Please note: we do a free drop off at Johannesburg airport on day 16 at 17:00pm so you can book your flight out for the last day of tour.

ZBa16 NZD 4,930 pps + local payment of US$ 300 NZD 1,188 pp single supplement

Limited participation

An essential part of your safari is some participation. From carrying your own bag to cleaning your window and packing the truck in the morning – it’s all part of your adventure and when everyone puts in a little effort the trip will run smoothly. Where the tour leaders provide meals we ask that clients help (on rotation) with the washing up.

Good 2Go

Zululand Lodge

Kruger NP Swaziland/eSwatini Zululand Drakensberg Mountains

Day 1 - 2 MPUMALANGA [chalet Bx1LD]

(B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)

We depart Johannesburg and head east to Mpumalanga. During the afternoon we visit the gold mining town of Pilgrims Rest, and the viewpoint over God’s Window. Stretch our legs on a short walk from Mac Mac Pools and then make our way to our chalets on the edge of the escarpment.

on the outskirts of Malalotja Nature Reserve with a full day to walk through this seldom explored mountainous reserve. The Swazi people have a rich cultural heritage and we will visit the craft and medicine markets on day 7 as we pass through the capital, Mbabane.

Day 7 – 8 ZULULAND GAME RESERVES

[tented lodge BLD]

A walking focused safari exploring a variety of scenic and cultural destinations within South Africa, including a visit to the beautiful Kingdom of Swaziland. This is an active holiday and the day walks range from leisurely to challenging, and provide a unique adventure for those interested in a walking holiday. Highlights include visits to the old mining town of Pilgrims Rest, the game reserves of Zululand and Kruger, the Dundee battlefields and the majesty of the Drakensberg.

Overnight 13 nights on safari we stay at small, intimate and often private lodges (including tented camps), with en suite facilities.

Details and website links to all accommodation is available on our website www.sunway-safaris.com on the downloadable detailed tour itinerary.

Meals 13 breakfasts, 14 lunches and 10 dinners are included. Of which 9 breakfasts & 8 dinners are provided by the lodges. The remaining included meals are provided by the Sunway crew, prepared at the vehicle and eaten around the boma or campfire.

Transport we use custom-built Sunway Safari trucks with 12 forward facing seats. These vehicles are comfortable for cruising with large sliding windows and front hatches giving everyone a good view; or (on 10% of tours)

Mercedes Sprinter minibuses with 12 seats and air conditioning (with a trailer for equipment and gear).

Limited participation An essential part of your safari is some participation. From carrying your own bag to your room and day packs and water bottles on hikes, to packing the truck in the morning – it’s all part of your adventure. Where the tour leaders provide meals we ask that clients help (on rotation) with the washing up. When everyone puts in a little effort the trip will run smoothly and efficiently ensuring it is enjoyable for all involved

We are up early the next morning for our first long walk at the Blyde River. We walk from the rim of the escarpment down into the canyon with views over the Three Sisters and the river below, before making our way back up the escarpment again. After lunch we spend the afternoon exploring the forests and waterfalls which make Mpumalanga a beautiful destination. An exciting optional activity is the Graskop Gorge Lift, which lowers you down for a walk through the lush Afromontane forest below (own expense).

Day 3 – 4 KRUGER PRIVATE GAME RESERVE [chalet BLD]

An early breakfast and we make our way to Kruger National Park. We enter the national park and spend the day on an exciting game drive. Your guide will interpret the signs of bush as we hope to see elephants, rhino and possibly the elusive leopard. We stop for a picnic lunch before completing our game drive in the late afternoon as we exit the park and make our way to our private game lodge in the Greater Kruger area.

A highlight of our tour is the early morning game walk with a local ranger. Quietly we venture into the bush, learning the tracks and other signs of the wildlife we hope to find on foot.

Day 5 - 6 KINGDOM OF SWAZILAND [chalet BLD]

We enter the Kingdom of Swaziland/ eSwatini and travel through a lush fruit farming area before heading into the mountains. We spend 2 nights

Crossing into South Africa we head towards our lodge on a private game reserve situated on the Msinene Nature Reserve. We take a walk with our local walking guide who will point out some of the 540+ bird species found in the area, and track the shy Nyala antelope in the riverine vegetation of the Msinene River.

The following morning we visit Hluhluwe Game Reserve, a key area for rhino conservation. Enjoy sunset and the sounds of the bush before a hearty dinner at the lodge.

Day 9 - 10 ZULULAND BATTLEFIELDS

[lodge BL-]

We leave the coastline and make our way through the scenic hills and valleys of Zululand to the small town of Dundee. Here battles were fought between the Zulus, British and the Boer troopswar cries still resound in the hills. We spend time at the informative Tulana museum before we settle into our lodge and have some free time in the afternoon.

The following morning we explore the Islandlwana battlefield before we embark on an exciting 4-5 hour hike tracing the steps of two British fugitives through the undulating hills of Zululand to the Buffalo river. Later in the day we visit Rourkes Drift before returning to the lodge.

Day 11 – 12 DRAKENSBERG

[chalet BLD]

Witness the grandeur of the Drakensberg Mountains or uKhahlamba “Barrier of Spears”. We overnight at the base of the “berg” (alt. 1,600m)

and spend a full day walking the mountain trails before an invigorating dip in the clear mountain streams of the Royal Natal National Park. The crisp mountain air is refreshing and our lodge is a fantastic place to relax and enjoy the splendour of the mountain views.

Day 13 DRAKENSBERG [chalet BL-]

We start the day with an early breakfast and make our way to Witsieshoek at the foot of the magnificent Sentinel Peak. At the end of a rough gravel road we start our trek, including a short chain ladder section, to the top of the Drakensberg Amphitheatre and the beautiful Tugela Falls (alt. 3,000m), offering unparalleled views down into KwaZulu-Natal. After our walk we make our way to the lodge perched high in the mountains (alt. 2,300m) overlooking the Mont-Aux-Sources mountain range.

Day 14 JOHANNESBURG - TOUR ENDS (- BL-)

A leisurely start to the day, with the chance to spot an endangered bearded vulture soaring overhead, before we make our way back to Johannesburg. Tour ends at +/-17:00.

drop off at Johannesburg airport on day 14 at 17:00pm so you can book your flight out for the last day of tour.

2024 DEPARTURES

JJa14 NZD 3,715 pps NZD 638 pp single supplement Ends JOHANNESBURG Friday at 17:00 pm

* Bold dates are guaranteed departures, all other dates guaranteed from 4 clients.

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The Rainbow Route is an overview tour of South Africa including neighbouring Kingdom of Swaziland. The tour covers many highlights with a strong focus on the national parks. This diverse country is explored over great distances that may involve long days on the road, generally followed by a full day to experience the area. The fully accommodated tour offers a great value for money way to explore South Africa.

Overnight 16 nights on safari we stay at hotels, small lodges and guest houses, with en suite facilities.

Details and website links to all accommodations available on our website www.sunway-safaris.com on the downloadable detailed tour itinerary.

Meals 16 breakfasts, 12 lunches and 10 dinners are included. Of which 12 breakfasts & 6 dinners are provided by the lodges. The remaining included meals are provided by the Sunway crew, prepared at the vehicle and eaten around the campfire or in a boma or dining area.

Transport we use custom-built Sunway Safari trucks with 12 forward facing seats. The vehicles are comfortable for cruising and excellent for game viewing with large sliding windows and front hatches for ease of viewing. On 5% of tours we may use Mercedes Sprinter minibuses with 12 seats and air conditioning (with trailer for equipment and baggage). There are several long days of travel providing for a beautiful journey on the way to exciting and varied destinations.

2024 DEPARTURES

Day 1 - 2 JOHANNESBURG to GREATER KRUGER

[lodge Bx1 Lx2 Dx2]

(B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)

Departing from Johannesburg at 06:30am we head towards Mpumalanga where mountains, panoramic passes, valleys, rivers, waterfalls & forests characterise the landscape. We enjoy the views from God’s Window before descending off the escarpment and heading to our game lodge on the border of the Greater Kruger NP. The following morning, we are up early for a full day of game viewing in Kruger National Park in our open game drive vehicle. We will return to our lodge in the late afternoon to enjoy sunset over the Drakensberg mountains, a swim in the pool and a hearty meal before falling asleep to the sounds of Africa.

Day 3 KRUGER NATIONAL PARK [chalet BLD]

We stretch our legs on a short morning walk exploring the surrounding bush before we re-enter Kruger NP and head south. Kruger NP is the largest game reserve in South Africa, boasts the world’s greatest concentration of species, and has an amazing 16 different ecosystems. Exciting game drives provide us with excellent game viewing. Spot the “Big 5” (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo) and many other animals in this true African wilderness.

Day 4 KINGDOM OF SWAZILAND [chalet BLD]

Malolotja Nature Reserve in the mountainous Kingdom of Swaziland / eSwatini is our next attraction. Renowned for a great variety of habitats from short grassland, to thick riverine scrub, bushveld and moist forest, we explore the reserve on foot to enjoy the fantastic mountain views. Relax around a campfire dinner and stay in mountain cabins for the night.

Day 5 - 6 ZULULAND [tented lodge BLD]

witchdoctor stall! We re-enter South Africa and head to our private game reserve located on the Msinene Reserve, where our local guide will lead us on a walk through bushveld and riverine vegetation of the Msinene River, bird watching and game tracking. Nyala, hippo and the elusive leopard are all found on the reserve. The next day we take a game drive in Hluhluwe Game Reserve, which is a safe haven for the embattled rhino. Relax in the late afternoon with a cold drink while enjoying the views over the reserve from the lodge.

Day 7 - 8 DRAKENSBERG MOUNTAINS [chalet BLD]

The Drakensberg Mountains or “uKhahlamba” - the Barrier of Spears, is a 200-kilometre-long mountainous wonderland and world heritage site. From Zululand we move further south to the base of these mountains where we overnight for two nights in quaint cottages. We will spend time walking along beautiful mountain stream paths, or just enjoying the spectacular views. En-route to the Drakensberg we visit the Nelson Mandela capture site museum and pay our respects to this great man.

Day 9 - 10 WILD COAST [chalet BLD]

The Wild Coast remains a relatively untouched paradise with unspoilt stretches of dramatically beautiful coastline, open spaces and pristine forest areas. We stay overnight in Chintsa and the next day is free to explore the area, meet local villagers or go down to the beach.

Day 11 ADDO ELEPHANT NP

[chalet B-D]

Day 12 - 13 TSITSIKAMMA / PLETTENBERG BAY [hotel Bx2 Lx1 -]

The Tsitsikamma National Park incorporates 80km of spectacular sea and landscapes; a remote mountainous region with secluded valleys, coastal forests with deep river gorges leading down to the sea. We visit the Storms River mouth where there are walks up the gorge and along the rocky coast. We will stay 2 nights in Plettenberg Bay in the heart of the Garden Route. In the morning you can either book an ocean safari to see whales and dolphins (own expense) or spend time on the magnificent blue flag beaches. Your guides will also lead a walk on the beautiful Robberg Peninsula in the afternoon. Sample seafood at one of Pletts’ great restaurants (own expense).

Day 14 HERMANUS [hotel BL -]

Hermanus offers some of the best land based whale watching in the world. From June to November Southern Right whales come up from the southern oceans to calve and mate in the shallow waters around the Cape. In whale season we will take a walk along this beautiful coastline. In the summer months we will explore the flowering fynbos in Fernkloof Nature Reserve. Enjoy the evening meal at a local restaurant (own expense).

Day 15 - 16 CAPE TOWN [hotel B - -]

Cape Town is one of the most picturesque cities in the world, with the majestic Table Mountain providing its central focus. On our way into Cape Town, we visit Stellenbosch, South Africa’s renowned wine region, for wine tasting (own expense) and a cellar tour. The “mother city” has many attractions; we will visit the harbour at Hout Bay, visit Cape Point, enjoy the famous beaches and the V&A Waterfront. Optional visit to Robben Island (own expense). We sample the local fare at a variety of local restaurants (own expense)

Day 17 CAPE TOWN - TOUR ENDS [- B - -]

In the morning we climb Table Mountain, offering panoramic views over Cape Town reaching out into the bay and Robben Island. Having explored the highlights of the Rainbow Nation we take a last look at Cape Town and catch up on curio shopping in the afternoon, before your tour ends at 18:00pm at the guest house.

SAa17 NZD 4,520 pps NZD 904 pp single supplement

* Bold dates are guaranteed departures, all other dates guaranteed from 4 clients.

* CVa / CV: selected

Limited participation

An essential part of your safari is some participation. From carrying your own bag to cleaning your window and packing the truck in the morning – it’s all part of your adventure and when everyone puts in a little effort the trip will run smoothly (especially on the longer days). Where the tour leaders provide meals we ask that clients help (on rotation) with the washing up.

We visit a craft market near Mbabane which has a range of handmade crafts and a local

The Addo Elephant National Park was established in 1931 to protect the last 11 wild elephants from extermination. Today more than 600 elephants roam through the area. The park also offers excellent viewing of black rhino, Cape buffalo, lion and leopard, as well as a host of other large and small mammals and over 400 species of birds in the greater park area.

“Rainbow Route” departures can be combined before selected CVa21 “Grand Explorer” or the CV21 camping tour to create a complete Southern Africa adventure.

Please note The accommodation specified, is a guide only and is subject to availability. Alternatives will be of a similar standard.

Zululand Lodge is part of the Msinene Conservancy located in Northern KwaZulu-Natal. The Conservancy concentrates on land conservation, education and anti-poaching. Giraffe, zebra and wilderbeest have been re-introduced to the conservancy. The Rainbow Route stays on the conservancy and your patronage helps to fund conservation in the area.

Boulders Beach - African Penguin

All-encompassing, action-packed and epic: if you’re seeking a classic Southern African adventure, you can’t beat the journey from Cape Town to Victoria Falls. On the way, take in the best parts of Namibia and Botswana. From sunset at Fish River Canyon to early mornings in Etosha National Park, to days on the Okavango Delta – this overland odyssey rings the changes in every country.

The same itinerary is offered as a camping option, see page 48.

The CVa21 Cape Town to Victoria Falls is the full 21 day safari.

The CWa13 Cape Town to Windhoek offers a complete Namibia safari with a Cape Town start. See page 28.

Overnight 19 nights on safari we stay at guest houses, chalets and small lodges including tented lodges, with en suite facilities. 1 night in the Cederberg where chalets with two bedrooms share a bathroom.

Details of accommodation on www.sunway-safaris.com in the downloadable detailed tour itinerary.

Meals 20 breakfasts, 17 lunches and 11 dinners are included. Of which 8 breakfasts are provided by the lodges. The remaining included meals are provided by the Sunway crew, prepared at the vehicle & eaten around the campfire or at the boma.

Transport for the majority of this safari you travel in custom-built Sunway Safari truck with 12 forward facing seats. Limited participation An essential part of your safari is some participation. From carrying your own bag to packing the truck in the morning – it’s all part of your adventure. There are some long days with early starts so we all need to get involved to make the trip run efficiently. Where the tour leaders provide meals we ask that clients help (on rotation) with the washing up.

2024 DEPARTURES

Day 1 CAPE TOWN [hotel - - -]

Cape Town is one of the most picturesque cities in the world, with the majestic Table Mountain providing its central focus. After a tour briefing at 8:00am, we visit the African Penguin colony en route to Cape Point Nature Reserve, and spend the rest of the day relaxing on Hout Bay beach. We sample some of Cape Town’s culinary wonders at a local restaurant at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront (own expense).

Day 2 CEDERBERG [chalet BLD] (B=breakfast, L=lunch D=dinner)

The Cederberg is a massive rock wilderness with giant sandstone boulders that have been sculpted by wind and rain into bizarre and artistic shapes. We head north to the Cederberg and explore the rugged landscape on foot before relaxing in chalets for the evening.

Day 3 GARIEP RIVER [lodge BLD]

We make our way into the more arid regions and upon entering Namibia, we stay at a lodge on the Gariep River. Namibia’s southern border river flows quietly and peacefully and the river valley is hardly affected by tourism. The riverbed is sandy, the water clean and clear. Time free for swimming and relaxing or you can venture down the river in canoes (own expense).

Day 4 FISH RIVER CANYON [lodge BLD]

The Fish River Canyon, situated along the lower reaches of the Fish River, is one of the most impressive natural beauties in the southern part of Namibia. With its depth of up to 550 metres, the Fish River Canyon is the second largest canyon in the world. We make our way to the canyon in the afternoon to marvel at the sheer grandeur of the enormous canyon.

Day 5 - 6 NAMIB DESERT [lodge BLD]

The parched Namib Desert has endless orange dunes blown into sharp ridges by the sandshifting wind and at Sossusvlei they form a

gateway into the Namib Desert. We will walk to Sossusvlei, explore Sesriem Canyon and from the comfort of our lodge outside the national park watch a dramatic sunset over the world’s highest sand dunes. (If you prefer not to do the 4km walk to Sossusvlei there is an optional own expense 4WD transfer).

Day 7 - 8 SWAKOPMUND

[guest house Bx2 Lx1-]

Swakopmund is a popular seaside resort with a slightly nostalgic atmosphere, characterized by numerous colonial buildings. In terms of flora, both the Welwitschia Mirabilis and the Kokerboom grow on the stony plains of the Namib and many beautiful specimens surround this coastal town. Swakopmund is also the adventure activity capital of Namibia. Day free to explore the town or try dune boarding (own expense).

Day 9 DAMARALAND [chalet BLD]

Namibia is a land of great contrasts and Damaraland demonstrates this with stark plains, dry river beds and ancient valleys leading to rocky outcrops and the soaring peaks of the Brandberg Massif Mountains. On our way north we will visit the Cape Cross seal colony where thousands of Cape fur seals come ashore to rest and have their pups.

Day 10 - 11 ETOSHA NP

[guest lodge BLD]

Once a vast lake fed by the Kunene River, the pan that is Etosha NP dried up thousands of years ago when the river waters chose a new course. Etosha is big game country. We take game drives around the huge pan to find the elephants, herds of antelope and lions around the waterholes. We stay at a lodge on the outskirts of the national park.

Day 12 WINDHOEK [guest house BL-]

This pretty town, beautifully situated in a valley, combines the architecture of a modern city with numerous buildings in the style of the German

colonial era. The charm of the city of Windhoek lies in its harmonious blend of African and European cultures and the friendliness of its people. We visit the cosmopolitan capital and enjoy a restaurant meal (own expense).

Day 13 KALAHARI [chalet BLD]

Crossing into Botswana we overnight in huts in the heart of the Kalahari. We take a walk with the local Bushmen to learn fascinating bush skills.

Day 14 - 15 OKAVANGO DELTA [lodge BLD]

The Okavango Delta is the only inland delta in the world: the annual flood of fresh water, spreads over 15000sq km of the Kalahari sand in a maze of lagoons and channels. We journey to the western floodplains of the Okavango Delta to our lodge overlooking a permanent lagoon, where we enjoy a game walk, a mokoro excursion and the amazing birdlife in this pristine wilderness area.

Day 16 MAUN [lodge BL -]

Making our way around the Okavango we head to Maun where we have an evening meal at a local restaurant (own expense).

Day 17 MAKGADIKGADI PANS [tented lodge or chalet BL-]

The shimmering saltpans of Makgadikgadi are the size of Switzerland and most of the time appear as a glaring, white, endless plain. When the rain comes a dramatic change takes place as the pans come to life with frantically feeding water birds and great herds of zebra, wildebeest and springbok.

Day 18 -19 CHOBE NATIONAL PARK [chalet BL-]

Chobe National Park is famous for large herds of elephant and buffalo. We explore the national park on a morning game drive and spend the rest of the day on the river, enjoying lunch on our cruise boat with spectacular wildlife viewing.

Day 20 - 21 ZIMBABWE / VICTORIA FALLS [chalet Bx2 - -]

Magnificent Victoria Falls is one of the seven natural wonders of the world. David Livingstone ‘discovered’ the falls in 1885 and named them after his Queen. The scene he encountered was a mile-wide (1.6 km) sheer basalt fault line over which the mighty Zambezi tumbled to a depth of 100m, creating a cloud of spray. Tour ends at 08:00am at the hotel.

6,550 pps NZD 1,428 pp single supplement

* Bold dates are guaranteed departures, all other dates guaranteed from 4 clients.

*SAa: selected “Rainbow Route” departures can be combined before selected CVa21 “Grand Explorer” or the CV21 camping tour to create a complete Southern Africa adventure.

Cape Town to Namibia is a variety filled journey providing the best opportunities to explore the vast unique beauty of Namibia. Highlights include the spectacular Western Cape, the Fish River Canyon, the Namib Desert and Etosha NP. A similar itinerary is offered as a camping option, see page 48.

CWa13 Cape Town to Windhoek offers a complete Namibia safari with the added bonus of a Cape Town start.

CVa21 Cape Town to Victoria Falls is the full 21 day safari.

Overnight 11 nights on safari we stay at small lodges and guest houses with en suite facilities.

1 night in the Cederberg in chalets where two bedrooms share a bathroom.

Details of accommodation on www.sunway-safaris.com in the downloadable detailed tour itinerary.

Meals 12 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 8 dinners are included. Of which 4 breakfasts are provided by the lodges. The remaining included meals are provided by the Sunway crew, prepared at the vehicle and eaten around the campfire or in a boma or dining area.

Transport for the majority of this safari you travel in custom-built Sunway Safari trucks with 12 forward facing seats. There are some long stretches of gravel road in Namibia, but they are generally well maintained and cruising speed is good. Limited participation An essential part of your safari is some participation. From carrying your own bag to packing the truck in the morning – it’s all part of your adventure. There are some long days with early starts so we all need to get involved to make the trip run efficiently. Where the tour leaders provide meals we ask that clients help (on rotation) with the washing up.

2024 DEPARTURES

Day 1 CAPE TOWN [hotel - - -]

Cape Town is one of the most picturesque cities in the world, with the majestic Table Mountain providing its central focus. After a tour briefing at 8:00am, we visit the African Penguin colony en route to Cape Point Nature Reserve, and spend the rest of the day relaxing on Hout Bay beach. We sample some of Cape Town’s culinary wonders at a local restaurant at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront (own expense).

Day 2 CEDERBERG [chalet BLD] (B=breakfast, L=lunch D=dinner)

The Cederberg is a massive rock wilderness with giant sandstone boulders that have been sculpted by wind and rain into bizarre and artistic shapes. We head north to the Cederberg and explore the rugged landscape on foot before relaxing in chalets for the evening.

Day 3 GARIEP RIVER [lodge BLD]

We make our way into the more arid regions and upon entering Namibia, we stay at a lodge on the Gariep River. Namibia’s southern border river flows quietly and peacefully and the river valley is hardly affected by tourism. The riverbed is sandy, the water clean and clear. Time free for swimming and relaxing or you can venture down the river in canoes (own expense).

Day 4 FISH RIVER CANYON [lodge BLD]

The Fish River Canyon, situated along the lower reaches of the Fish River, is one of the most impressive natural beauties in the southern part of Namibia. With its depth of up to 550 metres, the Fish River Canyon is the second largest canyon in the world. We make our way to the canyon in the afternoon to marvel at the sheer grandeur of the enormous canyon.

Day 5 - 6 NAMIB DESERT [lodge BLD]

The parched Namib Desert has endless orange dunes blown into sharp ridges by the sandshifting wind and at Sossusvlei they form a

gateway into the Namib Desert. We will walk to Sossusvlei, explore Sesriem Canyon and from the comfort of our lodge outside the national park watch a dramatic sunset over the world’s highest sand dunes. (If you prefer not to do the 4km walk to Sossusvlei there is an optional own expense 4WD transfer).

Day 7 - 8 SWAKOPMUND [guest house Bx2 Lx1-]

Swakopmund is a popular seaside resort with a slightly nostalgic atmosphere, characterized by numerous colonial buildings. In terms of flora, both the Welwitschia Mirabilis and the Kokerboom grow on the stony plains of the Namib and many beautiful specimens surround this coastal town. Swakopmund is also the adventure activity capital of Namibia. Day free to explore the town or try dune boarding (own expense).

Day 9 DAMARALAND [chalet BLD]

Namibia is a land of great contrasts and Damaraland demonstrates this with stark plains, dry river beds and ancient valleys leading to rocky outcrops and the soaring peaks of the Brandberg Massif Mountains. On our way north we will visit the Cape Cross seal colony where thousands of Cape fur seals come ashore to rest and have their pups.

Day 10 - 11 ETOSHA NP [guest lodge BLD]

Once a vast lake fed by the Kunene River, the pan that is Etosha NP dried up thousands of years ago when the river waters chose a new course. Etosha is big game country. We take game drives around the huge pan to find the elephants, herds of antelope and lions around the waterholes. We stay at a lodge on the outskirts of the national park.

Day 12 WINDHOEK [guest house BL-]

This pretty town, beautifully situated in a valley, combines the architecture of a modern city with

numerous buildings in the style of the German colonial era. The charm of the city of Windhoek lies in its harmonious blend of African and European cultures and the friendliness of its people. We visit the cosmopolitan capital and enjoy a restaurant meal (own expense).

Day 13 WINDHOEK - TOUR ENDS [- B - -]

Tour ends at +/- 08:00am after breakfast at the guest house.

CWa13 NZD 4,505 pps NZD 683 pp single supplement

* Bold dates are guaranteed departures, all other dates guaranteed from 4 clients.

*SAa: The “Cape Town to Victoria Falls Grand Explorer” can be combined after selected “South Africa Rainbow Route” departures to create a complete circular safari.

Please note

The accommodation specified, is a guide only and is subject to availability. Alternatives will be of a similar standard.

Swakopmund Guest House

ZAMBIA & MALAWI LIVINGSTONE TRAIL

Tour code: ZMa16

Guaranteed departures*

Small group safari maximum: 12 travellers

Travel through: Zambia & Malawi

Safari length: 16 days

SAFARI GRADE: ACCOMMODATED

An exciting safari experience exploring the diversity of the lesser travelled South Eastern African countries. This tour is not for the faint hearted, and requires some patience; the travelling can be slow, some nights the accommodation is basic, however the journey offers amazing scenery and fantastic highlights, well worth the long travel days. We recommend malaria prophylactics. A safari for travellers with a sense of adventure.

Overnight 12 nights on safari we stay at chalets, tented lodges and guest houses, with en suite facilities. On Mumbo Island 2 of the tented rooms share a bathroom - rooms will be allocated by guides.

3 nights camping (Sunway will provide tents, mats and chairs, but you will need to bring your own sleeping bag). Of which 1 night we “camp wild” without fences in the wilderness on an island in the Zambezi.

Meals 15 breakfasts, 14 lunches and 5 dinners are included. Of which; 12 breakfasts and 1 dinner are provided by the lodges. The remaining included meals are prepared by the Sunway crew, prepared at the vehicle and enjoyed around the campfire or at the truck.

Transport Due to the sometimes demanding road conditions you travel in a Sunway safari truck with 12 seats or landcruiser station wagon. Potholes, speed bumps(!) & rain damaged gravel roads are characteristic of the areas we travel through and can make driving slow and bouncy. However, we pass through road side villages and thus have opportunity to witness the local lifestyle.

For the game drives in South Luangwa we use open sided 4WD vehicles with local guides.

Day 1 LUSAKA [lodge - - -]

The group will meet in Lusaka, in Zambia, at 16:00 at the lodge. This evening, after the tour briefing, we have a group dinner at the lodge (own expense).

Day 2 KAFUE RIVER [lodge BL-]

(B= breakfast, L= lunch, D= dinner)

We drive across the rolling Miombo forested hills of southern Zambia and down into the Zambezi Valley lowlands and our lodge on the banks of the Kafue River. Being a major tributary to the Zambezi River it is the largest and longest river lying entirely within Zambia. We overnight on its banks and enjoy the sunset from the elevated deck.

Day 3 - 4 LOWER ZAMBEZI CANOEING

[1x camping BLD, 1x lodge BL-]

We paddle down the mighty Zambezi River, home of the tribal mythical god, Nyami Nyami. Canoeing past local riverside villages and magnificent scenery. We overnight at a wild campsite on Elephant Bones Island in the heart of untamed Africa. The following morning we continue our canoe safari through an area teaming with elephants, hippos and other wildlife. We will be collected by a motorboat, and transferred back up river to our lodge.

Day 5 LUSAKA – GREAT EAST ROAD [chalet BLD]

We head north to Lusaka the capital of Zambia where we stock up on supplies in the bustling shops and markets. Taking the Great East Road we drive this afternoon, passing small villages and street side markets, until sunset reaching the small town of Petauke.

Day 6, 7, 8 SOUTH LUANGWA NP [chalet BL-]

Make our way down into “the valley” of the South Luangwa National Park. This remote region is one of Africa’s finest wildlife sanctuaries where

elephants, hippo, lion and leopard abound. Our lodge, on the banks of the Luangwa River, overlooks the national park and you can frequently see hippos and elephants from the camp swimming pool! We explore the game management area and the national park on a game walk and open 4WD game drives, one at night with spotlights, to see nocturnal animals. (In the green season, Dec – Apr, walks may not be possible in which case we’ll do extra game drives). There is time on the last afternoon either to relax in camp or take another game walk, game drive or village visit activity (own expense).

Day 9 LILONGWE [guest house BL - ]

We cross the border at Chipata into Malawi and make our way to the capital Lilongwe where we restock on supplies. The afternoon is free to wander the town or search the markets.

Day 10 - 11 MULANJE MASSIF [lodge BL-]

We tour one of Malawi’s famous tea plantations in the Thyolo region before making our way to our lodge in Mulanje. Mount Mulanje’s bare rock flanks tower to almost 3002m, dwarfing all that surrounds it, and influencing cloud patterns in the area, making it an important source of rain water at the head of almost every river in this part of southern Malawi. Formed about 130 million years ago, the first European to see the Massif was David Livingstone in 1859, but archaeological investigation reveals evidence of human activity since the Stone Ages. We take a day walk on the slopes to see the streams, waterfalls and towering peaks.

Day 12 - 13 LIWONDE [camping BLD]

Ancient baobab trees and lofty palms provide the backdrop for this magnificent southern Malawi reserve. Covering 548 km² of the upper Shire River plains and valley slopes, Liwonde harbours Malawi’s largest remaining elephant population and the critically endangered Black Rhino.

In the morning we’ll explore the grassland and woodland habitats in search of leopards, elephants, hippos, antelopes and rare Lilian’s lovebirds in our safari truck.

The river Shire flows along Liwonde’s western border and we’ll board a river cruise safari in the hopes of finding hippo, crocodiles, elephants or any other game coming down to quench their thirst in the late afternoon.

Day 14 LAKE MALAWI [lodge BLD]

Lake Malawi is the jewel of Malawi and one the Great Rift Valley lakes. We head to the Lake Malawi National Park where we take a boat to the secluded tropical Mumbo Island, near Cape Maclear. The rustic lodge is an idyllic paradise with kayaks and snorkelling gear available to explore the island and snorkel with the jewelled fish, the endemic Cichlids. The friendly people of Malawi make it the “warm heart of Africa”.

Day 15 LILONGWE [guest house BL-]

Wake up to the sound of the birds on your own paradise island. Roll out of bed and head down to the beach to soak a morning of sun and relaxation or take a kayak for a paddle around the island. Stop to snorkel and be amazed by the sheer variety of colour fish. Later we catch the ferry back to mainland where we climb back onto our truck and return to Lilongwe, sun-tanned, laid-back and ready to re-join life.

Day 16 LILONGWE – TOUR ENDS [- B - -]

Tour ends at 08:00am at the guest house.

2024 DEPARTURES

Entrance fees

Transport in safari truck & 4WD

Meals as per itinerary

Professional guides

Canoe Lower Zambezi, South Luangwa walk and Lake Malawi boat trip

ZMa16 NZD 5,995 pps

+ local payment of US$ 300 NZD 1,623 pp single supplement

*

* Bold dates are guaranteed departures, all other dates guaranteed from 4 clients.

The “Livingstone Trail” can be combined after the “Botswana Wildparks”.

An essential part of your safari is some participation. From carrying your own bag to cleaning your window and packing the truck in the morning – it’s all part of your adventure. For the longer days if everyone puts in a little effort the trip will run smoothly. Where the tour leaders provide meals we ask that clients help (on rotation) with washing up.

Limited participation

CONSERVE BENEFIT SUSTAIN RESPECT

Lower Zambezi canoeing South Luangwa Mount Mulanje Liwonde NP Lake Malawi

In the Luangwa Valley we stay at Wildlife Camp who donate 60% of their revenues to the Wildlife and Environmental Conservation Society of Zambia. A local guide will lead us on game walks and conduct night drives in open 4WD. Your visit will support employment opportunities.

Leopards in South Luangwa

Liwonde National Park

Mumbo Island, Lake Malawi

Mvuu Lodge

Kayak Africa

Lower Zambezi

Mount Mulanje

South Luangwa

Zululand Kosi Bay Maputo Inhambane beach Kruger NP

Tour code: MOa14

Guaranteed departures*

Small group safari maximum: 12 travellers

Travel through: South Africa & Mozambique

Safari length: 14 days

From the culture of the Zulu nation to the Portuguese and Arab influences in food and architecture of Mozambique. Beaches, excellent diving to big game viewing and bush walks with local ranger. The accommodation in Mozambique is simple and the roads can be slow. Local facilities are limited so most of the meals are prepared by the Sunway crew. Malaria prophylactics are recommended. This is an easy paced, relaxing safari for those looking for a different experience in Southern Africa.

Overnight The accommodations on this tour are chosen for their location and the activities available. 13 nights twin share en suite chalets, lodges and casitas. The guides will sort out room allocations.

Meals 13 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 7 dinners are included. Of which 9 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 5 dinners are provided by the lodges. The remaining included meals are provided by the Sunway guides, prepared either at the truck or in the self catering kitchen. Meals will be eaten either under the trees near your chalet or around the campfire at the truck.

Transport due to sometimes poor roads we use Sunway Safari trucks with 12 seats for this tour. On 5% of tours we may use Mercedes Sprinter minibuses with 12 forward facing seats. Potholes, rain damaged gravel roads, livestock and children on the roads can make travel slow, but at the same time you’ll pass through villages and witness the local lifestyle all the way. Game viewing in the national parks will be in the Sunway vehicle.

Limited participation An essential part of your safari is participation. From carrying your own bag to your room to packing the truck in the morning – it’s all part of your adventure. Your tour leaders will do the meal preparation when required but we do ask the clients to help (on rotation) with the washing up. There are some long travel days which means early morning starts so we all need to get involved to make the day run efficiently.

2024 DEPARTURES

Day 1 - 3   JOHANNESBURG to ZULULAND [tented lodge Bx2 Lx3 Dx3]

(B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)

Zululand, home of the nation forged by King Shaka Zulu - stretches from the warm Indian Ocean, across the rolling green hills to the Drakensberg Mountains. We depart Johannesburg at 06:30am, travelling across the Highveld before descending into the heart of Kwazulu Natal known for it’s rich culture and spectacular wildlife. Our lodge for the next 3 nights is situated on a private nature reserve. We explore the natural serenity of the bush on a morning walk followed by an exciting afternoon game drive in Mkuzi Game Reserve. Mkuzi plays a key role in the preservation of the endangered black and white rhino and we look forward to watching from a hide overlooking a waterhole, as the animals quench their thirst.

On the third day we explore Hluhluwe Game Reserve, and in the afternoon get to know the people of the area as we visit a local Zulu community and our guides interpret the history, culture and traditions of the modern Zulu people.

Day 4 KOSI BAY [chalet BL-]

Kosi Bay Nature Reserve covers a region of fertile estuaries, mangroves, dune forest and tidal lakes. This afternoon we walk down to the lake to explore this amazing eco-system by boat and the following morning we take a 4WD transfer to the Kosi estuary mouth. A special feature of the Kosi Bay estuary is the traditional practice of subsistence tidal trap fishing. We have time to swim, walk on the beach or snorkel the shallow reefs in the estuary mouth.

Day 5 - 6  PONTA DO OURO [lodge BL-]

Ponta do Ouro is the ocean lovers mecca of Southern Mozambique. A highlight of this safari is the opportunity to join a local dolphin research team on ocean safaris. Research since the early 1990s indicates that there are approximately 400 individual dolphins moving through the Ponta

do Ouro area, of which about 150 are resident. We have 2 boat launches planned which gives us a chance to snorkel on the shallow reefs, view dolphins and whales from the boat, and hopefully swim with dolphins if their activity at the time permits us to enter the water. A wild dolphin encounter is an extrodinary wildlife experience. (Should weather prevent a boat launch then a portion of your local payment will be refunded).

Day 7  MAPUTO [hotel BL-]

Maputo, formerly known as Lourenço Marques. Situated on a natural harbour, Maputo is the economic hub of Mozambique. Once referred to as the “African Riviera”, Portuguese and African cultures meet in an exquisite blend of seafood and vibrant life. Sample the excellent seafood in a local restaurant (own expense).

Day 8 - 9   INHAMBANE [chalets Bx2 Lx2 Dx1]

Travelling north along the Indian Ocean coastline, we drive through mango and cashew nut plantations en-route to the town of Inhambane. Arab influences are strong in Inhambane dating back to when slaves, ivory, gold and spices were traded. Explore Inhambane and its 200 year old cathedral and we visit the enchanting fresh produce market before moving to Praia de Barra. Sit back, relax and enjoy the warm sea and expansive white beaches. For the more energetic, there are optional activities such as dhow rides, scuba diving, fishing and surfing (own expense).

Day 10   CHIZAVANE [casitas BLD]

We turn south along the coast to a secluded fishing lodge on the beach north of Xai-Xai. The lodge is purched on the coastal dunes with a magnificent view of the surrounding natural bush and expansive beach. Low tide exposes a long rocky reef parallel to the beach, which creates a shallow, calm pool ideal for snorkeling and swimming. For our last night on the beach we enjoy a fish braai (barbeque) dinner at the lodge restaurant overlooking the warm Indian Ocean.

Day 11 - 12 KRUGER NATIONAL PARK [chalets Bx2 Lx2 Dx1]

Leaving the Indian Ocean coast, we travel through the Limpopo Transfrontier Park and enter Kruger National Park, South Africa. An icon of nature conservation, Kruger is big game country! As we make our way to our camp, we enjoy an exciting game drive and hope to spot lions, giraffe and elephant among others.

Day 13  GREATER KRUGER [lodge BLD]

The following morning we are up early and we spend the day exploring the national park before we leave and head to our private game lodge. Relax around the pool or the camp fire on our final evening in the tranquil African wilderness.

Day 14  JOHANNESBURG [- B - -]

Our final day on tour starts with an exciting game walk.  We explore the private game reserve on foot with our rangers.  While the opportunity to see big game on foot exists our guides will also take the time to interpret the tracks and signs of the African bush.  We head back to the lodge for brunch before we return to Johannesburg in the evening, sun-tanned, laid-back and ready to rejoin life. Tour ends at +/-18:00 at the hotel

payment of ZAR 1,500 NZD 940 pp single supplement

* Bold dates are guaranteed departures, all other dates guaranteed from 4 clients.

Please note: The accommodation specified in the itinerary is a guide only and is subject to availability.

Alternatives will be of a similar standard

Mozambique Dhow

Zululand Lodge

Chizavane snorkeling

Kosi Bay Lodge

We visit Kosi Bay. This KwaZulu Natal Park is an example of how conservation and the needs of the local coimmunities can work hand in hand. The local community is permitted to harvest fish within the reserve using environmentally sutainable, traditional reed fishing nets. KZN Wildlife are pioneers in the development of sustainvle tourism

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BOTSWANA & ZIMBABWE IVORY ROUTE

Victoria

Tour code: BZac15

Guaranteed departures*

Small group safari maximum: 12 travellers

Travel through: Botswana, Namibia

Zimbabwe

Safari length: 15 days

SAFARI GRADE: CLASSIC

This classic journey covers Botswana, Namibia & Zimbabwe & the core of the international Kavango Zambezi (KAZA) Transfrontier Conservation Area. This initiative is a multi country effort to create a vast network of interlinking reserves and provide corridors for wildlife movement along natural migration routes, particularly for elephants.

The lodges are beautiful, comfortable & make for a great adventure safari.

Overnight The accommodation throughout this classic journey is of 3+ star style and are chosen not only for their service and comfort level but also for their wonderful locations and local wildlife viewing opportunities. All rooms have private en suite facilities.

The Moremi lodge on a private concession between Chobe NP and Moremi GR is a particular highlight.

Meals 14 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 7 dinners are included. All of which are provided by the lodges at which we are staying. Due to travel arrangements or game viewing activities, 3 of the lunches will be packed picnic lunches. Where meals are not included there will be an opportunity to buy a meal en route, but these are mostly travel days so a quick stop is required.

Transport for the majority of this safari you travel in a Mercedes Sprinter bus with 12 forward facing seats and air conditioning; or (on 30% of tours) in a Sunway Safari truck with 12 seats.

For the game drives in Hwange, Matobos, Moremi and Chobe we use open sided 4WD vehicles with local guides.

Non participation This is an adventure tour, and as such please expect to get involved. Where there are porters, they’ll help you, otherwise you’ll need to carry your own bag. Included meals are all lodge provided.

If you have a particular interest, please let your safari leader know, and he/she will endeavour to make your journey more rewarding.

2024 DEPARTURES

Entrance fees

Day 1 VICTORIA FALLS [lodge - - - ]

The majestic sight of the mighty Zambezi River plunging over the Victoria Falls, welcomes you to your Zimbabwe and Botswana adventure. We check into our lodge before we explore the falls and tropical rain forest surrounds on foot in the afternoon before heading out to a local restaurant for dinner (own expense).

Day 2 - 3 HWANGE NATIONAL PARK

[chalet Bx2, Lx1, Dx2]

Hwange National Park is a wildlife jewel, famous for its big game and large herds of elephant. Hwange is home to a wide variety of habitats, from it’s western regions on the edge of the Kalahari through large grass plains to the forested woodland in east Hwange. Our comfortable lodge for two nights is situated on the private concession on the eastern boundary of the park, our time is spent on a full day game drive, in open 4WD vehicles, in the park in search of big game.

Day 4 - 5 MATOBOS NATIONAL PARK [chalet Bx2, Lx1, Dx2]

The rounded granite boulders and undulating valleys of the Matobos National Park are home to some of the last of the rhino in Zimbabwe. We spend our day on an excursion into the park that includes a game walk to see the rhino, discovering the ancient Bushmen paintings that adorn the rocks, and admiring the landscapes from Worlds View, the site of Cecil John Rhodes’ grave.

Day 6 NATA [chalet B - - ]

This morning we leave Matobos and head west towards the Botswana border, we cross at Plumtree and we make our way to the Nata area for our overnight stop. In the late afternoon we will head out onto the Makgadikgadi Pans, vast saltpans that seem to stretch on to infinity. We will explore the area and have some fun taking photographs before the golden sun sets over the horizon.

Day 7 MAUN

[hotel B - - ]

Maun’s name is derived from a San word meaning “place of the short reeds” is nestled at the southern end of the Okavango Delta where our lodge overlooks the beautiful Thamalakane River. Here we prepare for our trip into Moremi Game Reserve and our afternoon is free to bird watch along the river, relax around the pool or take a optional scenic flight over the Okavango Delta (own expense).

Day 8 - 10 MOREMI GAME RESERVE

[2x tented bush camp, 1x hotel Bx3, Lx3, Dx2]

Startling and unexpected contrasts are created as the waters of the Okavango flood into the drier Kalahari creating the magnificently rich wilderness area with amazing wildlife of the Moremi Game Reserve. Rivers, lagoons, savannah, woodland, Moremi offers some excellent game viewing. With over 400 species of birds, Moremi is also a great place to sight leopard, lion, wild dog, elephant, giraffe and a variety of antelope. We spend our time on game drives in Moremi GR and the surrounding concession along the Mababe River where the lagoons attract the thirsty animals to drink in the late afternoon. Our tented bush camp is on a private concession east of Moremi, where we enjoy our meals while watching the animals drinking and enjoy the wilderness far from civilization. On the morning of day 10 we have a game drive on the concession before heading back to our hotel in Maun.

Day 11 - 12 OKAVANGO DELTA [lodge B - -]

We drive around the Okavango Delta, and north to our lodge on the banks of the Okavango Pan handle. From the lodge we’ll explore the Okavango by mokoro and motor boat. Tranquil reed lined rivers, crystal clear water and abundant bird life. Time to rest, relax and enjoy the views of the Okavango Delta.

CONSERVE BENEFIT SUSTAIN RESPECT

Botswanan conservation lands surrounding the national parks are leased by the government to tourism businesses for the benefit of the local communities. The lodge we use outside Moremi not only employs staff from the local village but also contributes financially towards the community trust. The village board use that income for the betterment of the local people. The lease environmental management plan is for the benefit of conservation of the region.

Day 13 CAPRIVI [chalet B-D]

Crossing out of Botswana into Namibia and the Mahango Game Reserve. We game drive through the reserve to our lodge on the Kavango River. We spend our afternoon exploring on a river cruise.

Day 14 CHOBE NATIONAL PARK [lodge B - -]

The Caprivi Strip, Zambezi Region, is a thin wedge of Namibia, which separates Botswana in the south and Angola in the north. We cross the Caprivi, back into Botswana at Ngoma and head to our lodge in the town of Kasane. The Chobe river attracts large herds of elephant as it flows lazily along the northern boundary of the Chobe National Park. Our final afternoon is spent on arguably the best wildlife activity in Southern Africa, the game-viewing cruise. See herds of elephants, large crocodiles, pods of hippo and other wildlife as they quench their thirst at the end of the day. The magnificent river sunset is a photographer’s dream.

Day 15 VICTORIA FALLS ZIMBABWE – TOUR ENDS [- B - -]

Enjoy an optional early morning game drive (own expense) before our last breakfast together. We bid a sad farewell before we embark on a road shuttle transfer to either Kasane airport in Botswana, or Victoria Falls airport in Zimbabwe, in time for midday flight departures. Our tour ends 10:00am.

INCLUDES

Transport in safari truck/minibus & 4WD

Meals as per itinerary

Professional guides

* Bold dates are guaranteed departures, all other dates guaranteed from 4 clients. Please note: The accommodation specified in the itinerary is subject to availability. Alternatives will be similar.

Chobe Safari Lodge Okavango Delta

Falls Hwange Matobos Moremi Okavango Chobe

Michieu Lourens

WINDHOEK TO VIC FALLS ELEPHANT TRACK

Tour code: WVac15

Guaranteed departures*

Small group safari maximum: 12 travellers

Travel through: Namibia, Botswana & Zimbabwe

Safari length: 15 days

SAFARI GRADE: CLASSIC

This classic safari offers a magnificent journey through the most beautiful variety of locations in Namibia and includes the Chobe NP in Botswana and Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe.

There are some long travel days on this journey but we have 2 night stays at all the highlights. The lodges are beautiful, comfortable & make for a great adventure safari.

Overnight The accommodation throughout this classic journey is of 3+ star style and are chosen not only for their service and comfort level but also for their wonderful locations and local wildlife viewing opportunities. All rooms have private en suite facilities. For Etosha we stay inside the national park and for the Namib we stay on a private lodge bordering the national park.

Meals 14 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 8 dinners are included. All of which are provided by the lodges at which we are staying. Due to travel arrangements or game viewing activities, the included lunches will be picnic lunches. Where meals are not included there will be an opportunity to buy a meal en route or at a restaurant in the evening.

Transport for the majority of this safari you travel in a Sunway Safari truck with 12 seats; or (on 5% of tours) Mercedes Sprinter minibuses with 12 forward facing seats and air conditioning. The game drives in Etosha will be in the tour vehicle, with large sliding windows. For the game drives in Ugab and Chobe we use open sided 4WD vehicles with local guides.

Non participation This is an adventure tour, and as such please expect to get involved. Where there are porters, they’ll help you, otherwise you’ll need to carry your own bag. Included meals are all lodge provided.  If you have a particular interest, please let your safari leader know, and he/she will endeavour to make your journey more rewarding.

Your holiday time is exclusively yours to enjoy your safari and get the most from your travel experience.

2024 DEPARTURES

Entrance fees

Day 1 - 2 WINDHOEK - NAMIB DESERT [lodge Bx1 - Dx2]

Meet your safari leader at 08:00am for a departure briefing. We then drive through the rolling hills south of Windhoek and drop down the escarpment onto the desert plains to stop at Solitaire for the world’s best apple tart (own expense). This afternoon we travel to our lodge and enjoy the vast open spaces of the Namib Desert.

The following day we visit the Namib Naukluft National Park to witness the amazing landscapes of Sossusvlei and Deadvlei. The vleis are clay pans formed by the occasional flooding of the Tsauchab River. Sossusvlei is dotted with ancient Camel Thorn trees (Acacia erioloba) while the trees on Deadvlei are lifeless and stark against the surrounding tall orange sand dunes.

Day 3 SWAKOPMUND [hotel B - -]

Swakopmund lies on the Atlantic coast, and the relative cool sea breezes will be a welcome change from the hot desert days. The town lies at the mouth of the Swakop River which flows infrequently, but forms the northern boundary of the relentlessly northward migrating sand dunes.

Optional scenic flights from Swakopmund offer spectacular desert landscapes as they fly along the Skeleton Coast (own expense).

Day 4 - 5 BRANDBERG [lodge BLD]

We head inland to the Tsiseb Conservancy and the Brandberg, a mountainous granite outcrop. Standing at over 2,600m it towers above the surrounding plains and is visible from a great distance. The Tsisab Ravine at the foot of the mountain contains more than 1000 rock shelters and some 45,000 rock paintings including the famous “White Lady”, which is a short 40 minute walk up the ancient watercourse. Our lodge, situated in the dry Ugab River valley, is

ideally situated to explore the area in search of the rare desert elephants and we’ll join a local guide on a 4WD excursion. Being far ranging and elusive, a sighting of the elephants cannot be guaranteed, but with the knowledge of our local guide the day will be fascinating.

Day 6 - 7 ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK

[chalet B - -]

The salt pan in Etosha is the remnants of a large lake that dried up thousands of years ago. This “Great White Place” is 120km wide and forms the central attraction in the National Park. Natural springs and waterholes around the edges provide life giving water that sustains the wildlife in this otherwise arid area. Elephants coated in the white salt dust from the pan make for extraordinary photos. Our camp is located on the edge of a floodlit waterhole allowing us to get a glimpse of the nocturnal animals that come to drink, including the rare black rhino, lion and possibly leopard. We enjoy the evening sitting at the waterhole in anticipation.

Day 8 GROOTFONTEIN [chalet B - -]

We spend most of today in the Etosha National Park, before moving to our overnight lodge in the Grootfontein district. En route we’ll stop at the Hoba meteorite. At over 60 tons, it is the largest known meteorite on Earth.

Day 9 KAVANGO RIVER [chalet / permanent lodge tent BLD]

Driving north east we enter the Kavango Region, our lodge is situated on the banks of the Kavango River, which flows from Angola, across the Caprivi and feeds the Okavango Delta. Excellent bird watching opportunities.

Day 10 – 11 OKAVANGO DELTA [lodge BLD]

We explore the Mahango Game Reserve on a morning game drive in our tour vehicle before we cross into Botswana at the Mohembo border and

CONSERVE BENEFIT SUSTAIN RESPECT

In the Ugab wilderness region we stay at the White Lady Lodge. A partnership was signed in 2003 and the local community benefit through the employment and a percentage of the income of the lodge. There are also other spin-offs such as the sale of fire wood to the lodge.

head south to our lodge in the Okavango Pan handle. From our rustic lodge, we’ll explore the Okavango by mokoro and motor boat. Tranquil reed lined rivers, crystal clear water and abundant bird life. Time to rest, relax and enjoy the views of the Okavango Delta.

Day 12 CAPRIVI [chalet B-D]

We cross back into Namibia and cross part of the Caprivi Strip. A narrow piece of land annexed to the German South West African colony in 1890, allowing access to the mighty Zambezi River and a trade route to the East coast of Africa and the then German Tanganyika. We enjoy an afternoon boat cruise exploring the game rich area.

Day 13 CHOBE [lodge B - -]

Heading east we cross the Caprivi and enter Botswana at the Ngoma Border and drive across the Chobe National Park to the small town of Kasane. The Chobe River attracts an abundance of wildlife. Our afternoon activity is an incredible experience on the Chobe River where we head out by boat into the park and get close to the elephants as they quench their thirst. We leave the park as the golden sun slips below the horizon.

Day 14 VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE [lodge B - -]

The Zambezi River rises in Zambia before flowing through Angola and along the border of Namibia, Botswana, Zambia and Zimbabwe, before plunging 100 metres over the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls. The spray billowing up from the gorge creates a lush rainforest that surrounds the falls. With our local guides, we explore the National Park where we walk to the very edge of the falls and marvel at the power of the water that created this wonder.

Day 15 VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE – TOUR ENDS [- B - -]

This classic journey ends at 08:00am at the lodge.

INCLUDES

Transport in safari truck/minibus & 4WD

Meals as per itinerary

Professional guides

WVac15 NZD 6,545 pps NZD 1,206 pp single supplement

There are direct flights from Cape Town to Windhoek, so why not spend a few days in the mother city before joining this tour? Beaches, wine tasting, penguins and great restaurants.

Book your airport transfers and guest house accommodation with Sunway pre tour.

* Bold dates are guaranteed departures, all other dates guaranteed from 4 clients.

Please note: The accommodation specified in the itinerary is a guide only and is subject to availability. Alternatives will be of a similar standard.

Sossusvlei Damaraland Etosha Okavango Zambezi Chobe Victoria Falls

Elegant Desert Lodge

CAPE TOWN

BOTSWANA BAOBABS

Tour code: BPac11

Guaranteed departures*

Small group safari maximum: 8 travellers

Travel through: Botswana, Zimbabwe

Safari length: 11 days

SAFARI GRADE: CLASSIC

There are few wildlife experiences in the world like a week spent in the Botswanan wilderness. This classic itinerary offers a lodge and luxury camping combination safari. The lodges are beautiful, comfortable & make for a great adventure safari though the world famous parks.

Overnight The accommodation throughout this classic journey is of 3+ star style and are chosen not only for their service and comfort level but also for their wonderful locations and local wildlife viewing opportunities. All rooms have private en suite facilities. For the 2 nights in central Chobe NP we stay in mini meru tents. Each tent has twin camp beds with linen and en suite chemical toilet and bucket shower with hot water off the fire.

Meals 10 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners are included. All of which are provided by the lodges, or mobile camp at which we are staying, except 2 lunches provided by the guides. Due to travel arrangements or game viewing activities, the included lunches will be picnic lunches. Where meals are not included there will be an opportunity to buy a meal en route or at the restaurant in the evening.

Transport for the entire safari you travel in a purpose built 4WD Land Cruiser with 12 forward facing seats and trailer for luggage. It has a solid roof and back which provides protection from the sun, and dust. The Land Cruiser has 12 individual seats in 4 rows of 3 seats but this tour is limited to a maximum of 8 clients so that everyone has a “window” seat.

Non participation this is an adventure tour, and as such please expect to get involved. Where there are porters, they’ll help you, otherwise you’ll need to carry your own bag. Included meals are all lodge or camp provided. If you have a particular interest, please let your safari leader know, and he/she will endeavour to make your journey more rewarding

2024 DEPARTURES

Entrance fees

Transport in open game viewing 4WD

Meals as per itinerary

Day 1 MAUN

[lodge - - -]

This safari starts at the hotel in Maun where we have an evening meal at a local restaurant (own expense).

Day 2 – 3 OKAVANGO DELTA

[lodge B - -]

The Okavango Delta is an extraordinary wilderness environment that needs no introduction. A vast wetland paradise in the center of the Kalahari Desert, fed by rivers from Angolan highlands and seasonal rains. It is an ever changing kaleidoscope of waterways, reed beds, islands and dry land that grows and shrinks each season like a living creature itself, supporting a breathtaking range of wildlife. Hippos, elephants, lions and buffalo, the shy Sitatunga antelope and the abundant birdlife – a truly amazing wildlife experience. We drive around the Okavango through small villages, skirting the extremes of the flood to

Etsha, where we follow thick sands tracks into the Okavango Delta panhandle. Your room overlooks a beautiful lagoon and you’ll enjoy a morning mokoro excursion and a sunset motorboat cruise.

Day 4 - 5 MOREMI / MABABE

[serviced camp – meru tents BLD]

Moremi Game Reserve is the jewel of Botswana and arguably one of the best wildlife viewing destinations in Africa. Moremi’s wide variety of habitats makes it a birdwatchers paradise. Surrounding Moremi is a vast wilderness consisting of open grasslands and forest and abundant wildlife and our camp is set on a concession bordering the east of the reserve. Our days are spent on open 4WD game drives in Moremi GR and on the wildlife concession along the Mababe River watching the abundant wildlife including elephant, hippo, buffalo, lion & other game, both in Moremi Game Reserve and in the private concession reserves adjoining the park.

CONSERVE BENEFIT SUSTAIN RESPECT

A local Botswana registered guide travels with us through the national parks. This ensures employment for local people and direct benefit for the community from tourism. The local guides are highly knowledgeable so please ask plenty of questions, you’ll be amazed at what you can learn.

Day 6 – 7 SAVUTI

[serviced camp – meru tents BLD]

We head north from Moremi to the renowned Savuti section of the Chobe National Park. This is an excellent area for big predators with frequent sightings of lion and leopard, elephant and plains game. We spend our time on game drives through the dramatic open plains dotted with Acacia, and along the Savuti channel where we hope to see the lions and hyenas that make Savuti an outstanding wildlife destination. We overnight in our serviced tented camp. After dinner in our dining tent, fall asleep to the sounds of the African bush.

Day 8 – 9 CHOBE NATIONAL PARK

[lodge B - -]

Our next destination is Chobe National Park. We depart Savuti and head north through the remote wilderness of Botswana to the small town of Kasane and our lodge on the banks of the Chobe River. The following day we explore the national park on a morning game drive and spend the rest of the day on the river, enjoying lunch on our cruise boat with spectacular wildlife viewing. This is possibly the most satisfying and relaxing game viewing activity in Southern Africa. We get close to the herds of elephants, and have amazing sightings of crocodile, hippo, fish eagle and many more. As the sun sets we head out of the park with some amazing wildlife and sunset photographs.

Professional guides

Day 10 VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE

[lodge B - -]

We leave Botswana behind and cross into Zimbabwe and make our way to Victoria Falls. The mighty Zambezi River thunders 100m over the gorge creating a magnificent spectacle. The spray from the waterfall sustains a rainforest surrounding the falls which is abundant with birdlife and protected in a National Park. We explore the Victoria Falls on foot with a local guide bringing the Falls to life with tales of the explorers of these ancient lands.

Day 11 VICTORIA FALLS – TOUR ENDS

[- B - -]

There is time for one of the many optional adventure activities (own expense) before the tour ends.

BPac11 NZD 6,525 pps NZD 1,880 pp single supplement Ends VICTORIA FALLS

at 08:00 am

* Bold dates are guaranteed departures, all other dates guaranteed from 4 clients.

Please note: The accommodation specified in the itinerary is a guide only and is subject to availability. Alternatives will be of a similar standard.

Okavango Moremi Savuti Chobe Victoria Falls

Savuti luxury mobile camp

Phezulu Lodge, Victoria Falls

Overnight 4 nights on safari we stay at designated campsites with hot & cold showers, laundry facilities & telephones. 7 nights we “camp wild” without fences in the wilderness areas. On these nights the crew will erect a bucket shower (with hot water off the fire) and a pit latrine (with seat!)

2 nights at a lodge in Livingstone with en-suite rooms.

Meals 13 breakfasts, 11 lunches and 8 dinners will be provided by the Sunway crew, prepared around the camp fire except the last 2 breakfasts at the lodge in Livingstone. or (on 10% of tours) Mercedes Sprinter minibuses with 12

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2024 DEPARTURES

[lodge Bx2--]

Overnight for 2 nights in Zambia near Livingstone

* Bold dates are guaranteed departures, all other dates guaranteed from 4 clients.

* LM: These tours can be combined with the Livingstone – Johannesburg Trade Route tours to create an ultimate Southern African experience.

* NB: These tours can be combined with the NB15 Namibia Desert and Caprivi to create a Johannesburg to Windhoek tour.

BOTSWANA NATIONAL PARKS

If you have limited time, it is possible to join this safari in Maun on the afternoon of day 5. Tour code BP10 is a 10 day Maun to Livingstone game viewing safari. See www.indafrica.co.nz

Khama Rhino Sanctuary Trust is a community based wildlife project established in 1992 to assist in saving the vanishing rhino, restore an area formerly teeming with wildlife to its previ ous natural state and provide economic benefits to the local Motswana community through tourism and the sustainable

use of natural resources.

Opportunities to white water raft on the mighty Zambezi River, bungee jump, or take a “flight of angels” (own expense).

BOTSWANA TRANS KALAHARI

Kubu Island Okavango Delta Central Kalahari Game Reserve Khama Rhino Sanctuary

Tour code: CK13

Guaranteed departures*

Small group safari maximum: 12 travellers

Travel through: South Africa, Botswana

Safari length: 13 days

Embark on an extraordinary journey through the heart of Botswana’s diverse landscapes. Traverse the ethereal expanse of the Makgadikgadi Pans, where ancient salt flats meet vast open horizons. Delve into the Okavango Delta’s watery wonderland, where meandering channels and lush islands teem with wildlife, inviting you to explore its intricate ecosystem. Discover the untamed beauty of the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, a vast wilderness that captivates with its stark desert scenery and the chance to encounter rare wildlife species.

Overnight 5 nights on safari we stay at designated campsites in national parks and towns. Formal campsites have hot and cold showers, laundry facilities & telephones. 7 nights we “camp wild” without fences in the wilderness areas. On some nights the crew will erect a bucket shower (with hot water off the fire) and a pit latrine (with seat!).

Meals 12 breakfasts, 11 lunches and 10 dinners will be provided by the Sunway crew, prepared at the vehicle and eaten around the campfire except for 2 dinners in Maun that will be own expense meals.

Transport for the majority of this safari you travel in a custom-built 4WD Land Cruiser with 12 forward-facing seats (of which 8 are “window” seats). Roll-up canvas sides allow you to feel part of the bush. For the first day from Johannesburg, and the last day back to Johannesburg we use custom-built Sunway Safari trucks or a Mercedes Sprinter minibuses with 12 forward-facing seats.

Limited participation An essential part of your safari is some participation. From putting up your tent to packing the truck in the morning – it’s all part of your adventure and when everyone puts in a little effort the trip will run smoothly. Your tour leaders will do all the meal preparation but we do ask the clients to help (on rotation) with the washing up.

2024 DEPARTURES

Day 1 JOHANNESBURG – GOO-MOREMI GORGE [camping -LD]

(B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)

Departing Johannesburg we head north to GooMoremi campsite on day 1 of our journey, as we venture into the heart of Botswana’s wilderness. We travel through breathtaking landscapes as we make our way to the enchanting Goo-Moremi campsite, where we explore the gorge, its rich cultural and spiritual heritage, its waterfalls and if lucky see vultures in the colony on foot.

Day 2 KUBU ISLAND - MAKGADIKGADI PANS [camping BLD]

Kubu Island is a remarkable granite rock formation located in Botswana’s Makgadikgadi Pans, known for its stunningly flat and desolate landscape, surrounded by a vast salt pan and characterized by its eerie beauty. After breakfast we transfer into our open 4wd safari vehicle and head off the beaten track to explore this area of baobab trees and salt pans. The flat landscape, and incredible stary skies offer incredible photo opportunities during the day and night. We explore the granite rock formations and interesting fauna and flora of the area on foot.

Day 3 GWETA - MAKGADIKGADI PANS [camping BLD]

We skirt the edges of the vast Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, making our way up to Gweta where we spend the night at Planet Baobab Campsite. The Makgadikgadi Pans are the world’s largest salt pans, covering 30,000 sq kms, formed from the remnants of a large inland lake that dried up thousands of years ago. Home to a variety of wildlife including large herds of Zebra and wildebeest and migratory birds. Enjoy an evening under the stars.

Day 4 MAUN [camping BL -]

We have a slow morning allowing time for the optional (own expense) meerkat activity. The meerkat adventure gets us into the middle of

the comical antics of the meerkats. The meerkats live in family groups along the edge of the salt pans, and we have the opportunity to get close observing and engaging with habituated meerkats in their habitat.

We make our way towards Maun arriving midafternoon where we have time to resupply in preparation for our next few days in the Okavango. An optional (own expense) game flight over the Okavango, which will reveal a different aspect of the delta. We set up camp and enjoy an evening meal at a local restaurant (own expense).

Day 5 - 7 OKAVANGO DELTA [wild camping BLD]

Our local guides will take us deep into the heart of the Okavango Delta on mekoro (dugout canoes). The delta forms as water flows from the Angolan highlands out over the Botswanan flat Kalahari Desert sands creating a delicate, green oasis for birds & wildlife. We will camp wild on remote islands in this amazingly dynamic environment & enjoy bush walks, bird watching & swimming in the clear water. Camping with our local guides we learn more about their lifestyle & culture. We return to Maun in the late afternoon of day 7 and overnight in the campsite with good, comfortable facilities.

Day 8 - 11 CENTRAL KALAHARI GAME RESERVE [wild

camping BLD]

The name ‘Kalahari” conjures up images of wideopen grassy plans, dry river beds, hardy wildlife and of course the famed black-maned Kalahari Lions. You will not be disappointed! The Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR) is the largest, most remotely situated reserve in Southern Africa, and the second-largest wildlife reserve in the world, encompassing 52 800 sq kms. Nothing prepares you for the immensity of this reserve or its wild, mysterious beauty. There is an impression of unending space, and having the entire reserve to yourself. We journey to the northern section of the CKGR, spending four days exploring this remote

wilderness of rolling grasslands, occasional sand dunes and fossilized river valleys. Including the iconic areas of Deception Valley and Leopard Pan. These areas offer good game viewing. The roads are sandy and heavy going, so be prepared for some long travelling days, but this is more than worthwhile because of the amazing environment that you are travelling through.

Day 12 KHAMA RHINO SANCTUARY [camping BLD]

The Khama Rhino Sanctuary Trust is a community based wildlife project established in 1992 to assist in saving the vanishing rhino, restore an area formerly teeming with wildlife to its previous natural state and provide economic benefits to the local Botswana community through tourism and the sustainable use of natural resources. This reserve situated on the Kalahari sandveld, has several natural waterholes and provides prime habitat for white rhino, zebra and wildebeest.

Day 13 JOHANNESBURG –TOUR ENDS [- Bx1 - -]

After breakfast, we say goodbye to our Motswana guides, and beloved 4WD safari vehicles and swop over to our more comfortable minibus for the last day drive back towards civilization.

A short stop for border formalities and lunch enroute (own expense) before the tour ends in Johannesburg at the airport at 17:00 on day 13.

CK13 NZD 3,845 pps NZD 213 pp single supplement

tourism and the sustainable use of natural resources.

* Bold dates are guaranteed departures, all other dates guaranteed from 4 clients.

The

Khama

Rhino Sanctuary Trust is a community based wildlife project established in 1992 to assist in saving the vanishing rhino, restore an area formerly teeming with wildlife to its previ ous natural state and provide economic benefits to the local Motswana community through

Kubu Island

Central Kalahari

Also offered as an accommodated safari, see page 16.

111m bungee jump (own expense).

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Overnight 14 nights on safari we stay at designated 4 nights in Swakopmund, Windhoek and Kasane in guest houses and lodges with en-suite bedrooms.

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Day 20 CHOBE NATIONAL PARK [chalet BL-]

We turn north through the Chobe Forest Reserve to Kasane and our lodge. Chobe NP is famous for large herds of elephant and buffalo. Our afternoon is spent on an exciting wildlife boat cruise in the Chobe NP.

Please note: we do a free drop off at Livingstone airport on day 21 at 12:00 noon so you can book your flight out for the last day of tour.

Makgadikgadi

NZD 3,760 pps NZD 293 pp single supplement

NB21 NZD 4,682 pps NZD 514 pp single supplement

* Bold Dates are guaranteed departures, all other dates guaranteed from 4 clients. BT: Tour can be linked after the BT14 departures

Zimbabwe’s popularity as a travel destination has bounced back in the last few years and the country offers, in combination with Kruger and Botswana, a fantastic 2 weeks of camping travel in Southern Africa. Sunway also offers this exact itinerary as an accommodated tour, see page 20.

The ZB16 Johannesburg to Johannesburg circular route has the advantage of simple international flight plans, and a chance to see rhinos.

The ZB15 Johannesburg to Maun offers you the option to fly out Maun on day 15 and avoid the long drive back to Jo’burg.

Overnight 13 nights on safari we stay at designated campsites, in or bordering national parks and towns. Formal campsites have hot and cold showers, laundry facilities & telephones.

2 nights “camping wild” without fences in the Okavango. On these nights the crew will erect a bucket shower (with hot water off the fire) and a pit latrine (with seat!).

Meals 15 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 11 dinners will be provided by the Sunway crew, prepared at the vehicle and eaten around the camp fire or in the boma.

Transport we use custom-built Sunway Safari trucks with 12 forward facing seats; or (on 10% of tours) Mercedes Sprinter minibuses with 12 forward facing seats and air conditioning. For the game drives in Matobos, Hwange, Chobe and the transfer into the Okavango we use open 4WD vehicles with local guides.

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mighty Zambezi River, enjoy a boat cruise or take a “flight of angels” (own expense).

We hope to spot some of the endangered rhino on a game drive.

* Bold dates are guaranteed departures, all other dates guaranteed from 4 clients.

Limited participation

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.

Zimbabwe has for many years been off the tourist chart. Conservation has been a challenge for many Zimbabweans working in the national parks and or private land. In Matobos and Hwange national parks we use locally owned camps, operators and guides. Bringing tourist revenue back to people on the ground will help support the protection of these beautiful wildlife regions.

Matobos rock art

Kruger NP Zimbabwe Monments Matobos Hwange NP Victoria Falls Chobe NP Okavango Delta

ZIMBABWE ANCIENT PATHWAYS

Day 1 LIVINGSTONE / VICTORIA FALLS [camping - - -]

Matobos NPwhite rhino

2024 DEPARTURES

Guaranteed departures*

Small group safari maximum: 12 travellers

Travel through: Zambia, Zimbabwe

Safari length: 15 days

Embark on an exhilarating adventure through Zambia and Zimbabwe! Witness the awe-inspiring beauty of Victoria Falls and navigate the Lower Zambezi by canoe. Explore the abundant wildlife of Hwange National Park. Immerse yourself in history with a guided tour of the Zimbabwe Ruins. Encounter majestic wildlife on a thrilling game drive in Matobos. Traverse Nyangani Mountain on a guided walk and marvel at the stunning landscapes of Honda Valley and Chimanimani. Overnight 13 nights on safari designated campsites, in national parks and towns. Campsites have hot showers. Please note there is 1 night of wild camping when canoeing on the lower Zambezi.

Meals 14 breakfasts, 12 lunches and 11 dinners will be provided by the Sunway crew, prepared at the vehicle and eaten around the camp fire or in the boma. 1 lunch will be provided by the lodge. 3 dinners will be own expense meals in local restaurants.

Transport Due to sometimes poor roads we only use Sunway Safari trucks for this tour. Potholes, damaged gravel roads and livestock on the roads can make travel slow, you’ll pass through villages and witness the local lifestyle all the way. For the game drives in Hwange National Park we use open 4WD.

Limited participation 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. There are some long travel days which means early morning starts so we all need to get involved to make the day run efficiently.

Our journey begins with the incredible views as the mighty Zambezi River plunges 110 meters over the Victoria Falls. We spend the afternoon exploring the mile wide waterfall and the surrounding rainforest that is created by the spray. We settle into camp in the late afternoon with the guides briefing before having dinner (own expense) at a local restaurant. Optional activity of a flight over the falls or a sunset river cruise may be possible (own expense).

Day 2 KAFUE RIVER [camping BLD]

We pack up camp and depart Livingstone for the long drive across southern Zambia to our camp on the Kafue River. We pass small villages, and the rolling landscape offers interesting views before we drop down into the lower Zambezi River valley. We spend the late afternoon in preparation for our canoeing expedition down the lower Zambezi River.

Day 3 - 4 LOWER ZAMBEZI CANOEING [camping BLD]

True adventure begins. This morning we pack our canoes and head out onto the Zambezi River, home of the tribal mythical god – Nyami Nyami. The river is lined with small villages and diverse scenery. For the entire day birdwatching and photographic opportunities abound. We paddle with the river current and take time to enjoy the calm and serenity. New views are offered as the river snakes its way through the valley, and the sound of the African fish eagle can be heard as it calls from the tree tops. We stop for a rest and lunch on the banks of the river before heading out again for the afternoon.

Our camp is wild on the riverbank in the heart of untamed Africa. The following morning we canoe further downstream into a wildlife rich area with opportunities of seeing hippos, elephants and other wildlife. Before we are collected by motorboat and make our way back to the starting campsite.

Day 5 CHINHOYI [camping BL-]

We cross into Zimbabwe at the Chirundu border post and traverse the Hurungwe Safari area to our next stop at Chinhoyi Caves. Crystal clear, cobolt blue water lies at the bottom of the “pool of the fallen”. The extensive system of caves and tunnels were used as a place of safety for Mashona tribesman against the Matabele raiders.

Day 6 - 7 NYANGA NATIONAL PARK [camping BLD]

We spend two days exploring Nyanga Mountain National Park. The park offers breathtaking vistas and diverse landscapes with Mount Nyangani, Zimbabwe’s highest point at 2592m above sea level. As we explore its trails, you’ll encounter lush forests, cascading waterfalls, and serene lakes. The air is crisp, and the sounds of nature surround us, creating a peaceful atmosphere. The variety of ecosystems and climate in the area make it a birders haven. Interesting birdlife includes the Blue Swallows in summer and Wattled Cranes breed in the area during the winter months, and a variety of raptors.

Day 8 - 9 CHIMANIMANI NATIONAL PARK [camping BLD]

In the morning we walk through Honda Valley before we make our way to Chimanimani National Park, were we make camp for the next two nights. The scent of wildflowers fills the air as you explore the winding trails, immersing yourself in nature’s beauty.

On day 9, we embark on a full day walk in Chimanimani National Park. The park offers breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife. The Afro-Montane forests are home to 74 species of endemic birds, eland, bushbuck and blue duiker.

Day 10 GREAT ZIMBABWE MONUMENTS [camping BL - ]

Dating back to the 11th century, Great Zimbabwe was the capital of the Kingdom of Zimbabwe. These are some of the oldest stone structures in

Day 11 - 12 MATOBOS [camping BLD]

Bulawayo is our next destination and the Matobos National Park. Arriving in the late afternoon, we set up camp on the outskirts of the park. We spend the following day exploring the park.

Matobos National Parks’ giant granite boulder landscapes, ancient rock art and surrounding wildlife make this a highlight of the tour. We embark on an open game drive into the reserve, where we take a guided walk to get closer to nature and hopefully track the endangered white rhino. After lunch we learn about the bushman paintings that adorn some of the rock overhangs. We visit the site of Cecil John Rhodes’ grave and enjoy the magnificent sights from World’s View. We return to our camp in the late afternoon and enjoy a sundowner and evening around the campfire.

Day 13 -14 HWANGE NATIONAL PARK [camping BLD]

One of the most famous wildlife reserves in Southern Africa, Hwange National Park, the biggest game reserve in Zimbabwe, is our next stop. We camp on a wildlife concession bordering the park and spend the following full day in search of big game on an open vehicle game drive.

Proclaimed in 1928 this reserve forms an important conservation area along the Zimbabwe and Botswana Border. Photographic opportunities abound, as we search for the large herds of elephant, buffalo and plains game that inhabit the park. Great birdwatching with 420 species recorded in the park, and if we are lucky, we might spot some of the elusive predators. The waterholes also offer good opportunities as the wildlife comes down to drink. We stop for a rest and lunch at a picnic site in the park before enjoying the afternoons sightings. We head back to camp in the late afternoon for our last night around the campfire.

Day 15 VICTORIA FALLS – TOUR ENDS [- B--]

On our final day we have a short transfer from our last camping site to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe where the tour ends around lunchtime.

Please note: we do a free drop off at Victoria Falls airport on day 15 at 11:00am so you can book your flight out for the last day of tour.

ZZ15 NZD 3,510 pps + local payment of US$ 300 NZD 186 pp single supplement

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Victoria Falls Lower Zambezi Nyanga Chimanimani Matobos Hwange

Tour code: ZZ15

Savuti luxury mobile camp

Lower Zambezi

Chinhoyi

Nyanga

Great Zimbabwe

Harare Matobos

Hwange Chimanimani

Southern Africa. The remnants of a civilization of up to 20,000 people surviving on trade in gold, cattle and crops. The word Zimbabwe means “houses of stone”. The complex drystone walls and ruins leave archeological clues as to the lifestyle of the people of the area. We explore this national monument and UNESCO World Heritage Site on foot with a guided walk through the hill complex and valley ruins.

Cape Town to Victoria Falls is one of the classic “overland” routes in Southern Africa, including the Namib Desert, Etosha NP and the Okavango Delta. The variety of highlights makes it easy to see why this is one of our most popular tours.

The CV21 Cape Town to Victoria Falls tour is the full 21 days.

The CW14 Cape Town to Windhoek offers a complete Namibia safari, with the added bonus of a Cape Town start. Overnight 14 nights on safari we stay at designated campsites in national parks and towns. Formal campsites have hot and cold showers, laundry facilities & telephones.

2 nights we “camp wild” without fences in the Okavango. On these nights the crew will erect a bucket shower (with hot water off the fire) and a pit latrine (with seat!). 4 nights guest house, twin bedrooms with en suite facilities on bed and breakfast basis.

Meals 20 breakfasts, 16 lunches and 12 dinners will be provided by the Sunway crew, prepared at the vehicle and eaten around the camp fire. (3 of these breakfasts are provided by the guest houses).

Transport Due to Namibian gravel roads we mostly run this tour in custom-built Sunway Safari trucks with 12 seats; or (on 5% of tours) Mercedes Sprinter minibuses with 12 forward facing seats and air conditioning. For the transfer into the Okavango we use a 4WD Land Cruiser with 12 forward facing seats, with trailer.

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CW14 NZD 3,970 pps NZD 372 pp single supplement

CV21 NZD 4,860 pps NZD 514 pp single supplement

[guest house BL-]

The charm of the city of Windhoek lies in its harmonious blen of African and European cultures and the friendliness of its people. We arrive late in the day and enjoy a restaurant meal (own Expense).

* Bold dates are guaranteed departures, all other dates guaranteed from 4 clients.

* SA: The “Cape Town to Victoria Falls Explorer” can be combined after selected

Limited participation

An essential part of your safari is some participation. From putting up your tent to packing the truck in the morning – it’s all part of your adventure. There are some long travel days which means early morning starts so we all need to get involved to make the day run efficiently. Your tour leaders will do all the meal preparation but we do ask the clients to help (on rotation) with the washing up. In the Okavango the local polers will offer to assist with washing up, and make your life a little easier!

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“South Africa SAa17 Rainbow Route” departures to create a complete circular safari in Southern Africa.

Okavango mekoro

Transport Due to poor roads we only use Sunway safari trucks or landcruiser station wagons for this tour. Potholes, damaged gravel roads and livestock on the roads make travel slow, you’ll pass villages and witness the local lifestyle. For game drives in South Luangwa we use open 4WD.

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coastal dunes to our lodge on the beach at Chizavane. Just off the beach there is a shallow rocky reef which is exposed at low tide making an idyllic snorkelling spot. For those not inclined to swim, you can take a walk along the miles of remote sandy beach.

Day 21-22 GREATER KRUGER - JOHANNESBURG - TOUR ENDS [lodge Bx2 Lx1 Dx1]

Departing Kruger, we overnight at a private game lodge in the Greater Kruger for our final dinner under the stars. The following morning we tour the Panorama Route, visiting God’s Window and the Three Sisters. We return to Johannesburg in the afternoon of the day 22, sun-tanned, laid-back and ready to rejoin life. Tour ends @ 17:00

NZD 4,950 pps

local payment of US$ 400 NZD 665 pp single supplement

Day 18 CHIZAVANE [chalet BLD]

Turning south again we make our way through the

* Bold dates are guaranteed departures, all other dates guaranteed from 4 clients.

* BT: The Zambia, Malawi & Mozambique Trade Route” can be combined after the “Botswana Wildside” safari to create a complete tour of Southern Africa.

Panganani Moyo

PRE & POST TOUR HOTEL ACCOMMODATION

Unless special arrangements have been made, these are the departure points for our tours. At the departure there will be a short meeting to discuss final arrangements of the tour and to inform you about the day’s activities.

You will be required to sign the Sunway indemnity form and provide their insurance details so please bring your travel voucher and insurance policy details. We need this information to assist you in the unlikely event of an emergency on tour where you would need our help and office support.

CAPE TOWN

City Lodge V&A Waterfront Dock Rd &, Alfred St, Cape Town, South Africa

Standard room B&B

NZD 95 per person sharing NZD 150 single room

LIVINGSTONE

Waterfront Adventure Village Sichango Road, Livingstone, Zambia.

Standard room B&B

NZD 156 per person sharing NZD 225 single room

VICTORIA FALLS

Shearwater Explorers Village

Adam Stander Dr, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Standard room B&B

NZD 169 per person sharing NZD 256 single room

WINDHOEK

Klein Windhoek Guest House

2 Hofmeyer Street, Windhoek, Namibia

Standard room B&B

NZD 74 per person sharing

NZD 124 single room

MAUN

Island Safari Lodge

Maun, Botswana

Heritage room B&B

NZD 131 per person sharing

NZD 168 single room

AIRPORT TRANSFERS Sunway offers pre and post tour airport transfers at a cost of NZD 53 per person per transfer. Please book these when you book your tour.

DAY TOURS – JOHANNESBURG For clients landing in Johannesburg the day before departure there are two half-day tours to consider which can be booked on arrival in Johannesburg:

Soweto: This tour will give you some historical and political insight into the complexities of South Africa

Maropeng: The Cradle of Mankind, a World Heritage site takes you on a journey to discover our rich fossil record of human evolution.

JOHANNESBURG

Road Lodge Rivonia Cnr. Rivonia Road and 10th Avenue, Rivonia, South Africa.

Standard room B&B

NZD 67 per person sharing NZD 119 per single room

LUSAKA

Pioneer Camp Palabana Road, Chongwe, Zambia

Safari chalet B&B

NZD 117 per person sharing NZD 156 single room

VICTORIA FALLS CLASSIC

Phezulu Guest Lodge Stand 584, Manyika Road, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Standard Room B&B

NZD 166 per person sharing

NZD 223 per single room

WINDHOEK CLASSIC

Utopia Boutique Guesthouse

66 Barella Str, Windhoek, Namibia

Standard room B&B

NZD 150 per person sharing NZD 201 per single room

MAUN CLASSIC

Sedia Hotel

Sir Seretse Khama Rd, Maun, Botswana.

Standard room B&B

NZD 135 per person sharing

NZD 246 per single room

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1.DEFINITIONS - SUNWAY SAFARIS cc CK 94/39217/23 is hereinafter referred to as "SUNWAY " and the person who accepts the booking by signature is hereinafter referred to as the "CLIENT". This booking and subsequent contract between the client and Sunway shall be deemed to be concluded in the Republic of South Africa, subject to the terms and conditions reflected herein.

2.BOOKING - (a) When SUNWAY send off the confirmation invoice to the applicant, or the travel agent through whom the application was made, the booking shall be confirmed and accepted by SUNWAY. Please note that reservations cannot be made without a deposit. (b) The balance of the fare is due SIX (6) weeks prior to the date of departure. (c)All tours are subject to a minimum of 4 (four) pax travelling, although a tour may be run with fewer at the discretion of SUNWAY.

3.DEPOSITS - A deposit of 20% per person is required when submitting the completed booking form. The deposit is accepted as part of the inclusive fare and will only be refunded if the applicant cannot be accommodated.

4.CANCELLATIONS - Cancellation of bookings by the client must be made in writing and is effective from the date it is received by SUNWAY The following cancellation fees will be payable by the client:

>41 days = deposit only

41 - 14 days = 60% of total fare

13 - 0 days = 100% of total fare

Should a client fail to join a tour or join late or fail to complete a tour, no refund shal be made or liability be accepted by SUNWAY.

5. No refunds shall be made by SUNWAY for any reason whatsoever, and neither will it accept any claims of any nature including consequential damages as a result of any accommodation or other facilities made or becoming unavailable on tour. The client hereby indemnifies and holds SUNWAY harmless in respect of such claim.

6. SUNWAY reserves the right to cancel any tour without prior notification. In such event, all monies paid will be refunded in full which shall constitute the full extent of SUNWAY's liability to the client.

7.AUTHORITY ON TOUR - (a) The client acknowledges that SUNWAY shall appoint a tour leader who shall be in charge of the tour and all matters relating thereto, and the client agrees to comply with the tour leaders' lawful requirements. (b) The client must at all times comply strictly with the law, customs and foreign exchange regulations of all countries visited. (c) The client agrees to comply with SUNWAY's requirements with regard to his conduct and shall not in any way constitute a nuisance to any other persons on the tour.

If any client acts in contravention of the above, SUNWAY shall be entitled to terminate that client’s participation on the tour without refund of any monies paid and wi hout liability to SUNWAY or its servants or agents. In these circumstances the client shall at the clients

expense and responsibility be obliged to make his own way home.

8.BAGGAGE - (a) Each client is entitled to no more than one (1) suitcase of the soft sports bag kind weighing no more than 12 kilograms. SUNWAY may refuse to carry baggage in excess of the aforesaid. (b) All baggage and personal effects are at all times at the client’s risk and SUNWAY cannot accept any liability for any loss of or damage thereto.

9.TRAVEL DOCUMENTS - The client is responsible for ensuring that all necessary documents, passports, visas, health and other certificates and travel documents, including travellers cheques where applicable, are valid and effective.

10.INSURANCE - Travel, medical expenses, baggage, money and cancellation insurance is compulsory on all SUNWAY tours. The client accepts that it is his responsibility to arrange his own insurance.

11.FORCE MAJEURE - During the course of a tour, weather, road conditions, mechanical breakdowns and incidents beyond the control of SUNWAY can influence the performance of a tour. In the unforeseen event of any of these aforementioned events occurring SUNWAY shall provide the use of the vehicle, all camping equipment and crew services. Personal expenses, meals, alternative accommodation and all other resulting costs, including the cost of flying home, are to be borne by the client. We strongly recommend travel insurance.

12.LIABILITY - Note: For the purposes of this clause, the definition of SUNWAY shall include all member(s), employees and agents of SUNWAY.

(a)SUNWAY shall have no liability whatsoever for any loss, including financial loss, arising from loss of and/or damage to any property of any CLIENT, nor for loss of any nature, including financial loss, arising from the death or injury of any CLIENT, howsoever any such loss, financial loss, damage, injury or death shall arise, including negligence of any degree on the part of SUNWAY. The CLIENT hereby indemnifies SUNWAY against all claims of whatever nature brought against SUNWAY by the CLIENT, the CLIENT’S estate, or family of the CLIENT, including dependants, in respect of any personal injury, death, damage, or loss, including financial loss, of any nature howsoev er caused, including negligence of any degree.

(b)Notwithstanding the above, in the event of there being a claim in law against SUNWAY, such claim shall be limited to R50 000-00 (FIFTY THOUSAND RAND) inclusive of capital, interest and costs.

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14.HEALTH - The client acknowledges being aware of the proposed itinerary and that the tour requires a certain level of physical fitness and acknowledges that he is medically fit and able to embark upon the tour.

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SUNWAY SAFARIS STAFF

Africa is a continent of beautiful contrasts, and our staff and guides represent this great diversity. Hailing from six Southern African countries, our safari guides have a deep-rooted passion for Africa, her people and her wildlife. They will share this in-depth knowledge with you, ensuring that your holiday is truly unforgettable. Sunway’s guides are outdoor experts, whose talents range from creating delicious, wholesome meals in the wilderness to keeping you informed and safe on your journey. At times, specialist local guides will join the tour to give further in-depth knowledge of certain areas.

And working behind the scenes, the tireless research, attention to detail and careful preparation by our office staff ensures the success of your travels. It is these dedicated individuals, working together to create fun-filled African adventures that make travelling with Sunway Safaris so special.

TRAVELLING IN AFRICABRING A SENSE OF ADVENTURE!

To travel in Africa and enjoy it you need a relaxed attitude. The clock in Africa runs much more slowly than in your own country and sometimes even stops! Things happen that you may not expect, so flexibility,patience and a sense of humour are essential.

Although we prepare the trips carefully, due to the nature of the tour we are sometimes forced to make adjustments to the route. There are some long travelling days, some short ones and at the most interesting places, a few nights at the same camp allowing us to explore.

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