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Journey with Calypso through eight countries in South Africa

Journey with Calypso through eight countries in South Africa

Journey with Calypso through eight countries in South Africa

Journey with Calypso through eight countries in South Africa

Namibia - Botswana - Zimbabwe - Zambia - South Africa - Swaziland - Lesotho - Mozambique

Journey with Calypso through the seven countries of South Africa

Tour dates in 2023: 11.11.2023 — 30.11.2023

Tour dates in 2024: 11.11.2024 — 30.11.2024

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    It is possible to join a group at any stage of the tour and take part only in part of the expedition!

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    Program by country:

    • Namibia - Windhoek, Sossusvlei, Walvis Bay, Swakopmund, Etosha National Park, Okavango River.
    • Botswana - Chobe National Park.
    • Zambia and Zimbabwe - Victoria Falls.
    • South Africa - Johannesburg, Clarence, Cape Town, Cape of Good Hope, Cape Agulhas, Table Mountain.
    • Lesotho - Basotu Tribe Village, Katse Reservoir, Katse Dam.   
    • Swaziland – Mbabane, glass factory. 
    • Mozambique – Maputo (capital) 

    Program Benefits:

    • guaranteed group from Ukraine;
    • optimally balanced program for 7 countries of southern Africa + Mozambique;
    • a team of professional travelers;
    • the opportunity to visit Swaziland and Lesotho - countries that are not particularly touristy, but worth the special attention of travelers;
    • the program has everything: deserts, 2 oceans (Indian and Atlantic), waterfalls, mountains, trekking;
    • the best route in Namibia;
    • free day at Victoria Falls, which will give you the opportunity to choose any excursion to your taste;
    • Hnational parks of Etosha, Okavango, Chobe;
    • and of course 7 countries in the traveler's luggage) +Mozambique

    TOUR PROGRAM

     Day 1. Windhoek - Sossusvlei. NAMIBIA. 11/11/2023

    Start of our program! We are all gathering in the capital of Namibia - Windhoek! A short acquaintance with the city and we move to the south of Namibia along the plains surrounded by granite mountains. 

    Journey with Calypso through the seven countries of South Africa

    Accommodation in Desert Quiver Camp

     Day 2. Sossusvlei. NAMIBIA. 12/11/2023

    Early rise and departure to the incredible beauty of the dunes of the Namib Desert! You can climb the dunes and see that majestic view of the desert. Also today we will visit the incredible Sesriem Canyon on the territory of the reserve.

    Journey with Calypso through the seven countries of South Africa

    Journey with Calypso through the seven countries of South Africa

    Accommodation in Moon Mountain Lodge 

     Day 3. Swakopmund. NAMIBIA. 13/11/2023

    We move to the town of Swakopmund. We will visit the largest dune in the world - Dune 7 (350 meters high), and we will also surf the frozen waves of the desert on ATVs, then take off to the tops of the dunes, then fall from them, and the views that open up will take our breath away. An adrenaline rush is guaranteed on the 100%.

    Journey with Calypso through the seven countries of South AfricaAccommodation: Hansa Hotel

     Day 4. Walvis Bay. NAMIBIA. 14/11/2023

    Journey with Calypso through the seven countries of South Africa

    After breakfast at our lodge, we go to the Pearl of Namibia - a town on the Atlantic coast of Walvis Bay, which, at one time, was founded by the Germans. Resort town, incredibly beautiful, with beautiful alleys, parks, gardens, antique and modern shops, with numerous cafes and restaurants, all this creates a special atmosphere of this sweetest African town! If desired, we can visit the largest fur seal rookery in South Africa in Cape Cross. In Walvis Bay, we will have a cruise (sailing ship or boat) around the bay, we will try to meet the big sea five! We can’t guarantee whether it will work or not, but we will definitely meet someone! But fur seals will be tens of thousands of individuals! This show is incredible) after boat trips - jeeping on the dunes. 

    Journey with Calypso through the seven countries of South Africa

    Accommodation: Hansa Hotel 

     Day 5. Walvis Bay - Etosha National Park. NAMIBIA. 15/11/2023

    Today we will follow our path towards the Etosha National Park, where tomorrow we start SAFARI! Etosha National Park is a 100-year-old reserve, the largest natural reserve in South Africa.

    Journey with Calypso through the seven countries of South Africa

    On the way, we are waiting for the village of the Himba tribe, a tribe that has preserved all its traditions, beliefs and rituals to this day! We will spend some time in the tribe, chat with the women of this tribe, we will be able to buy souvenirs and something else)

    Journey with Calypso through the seven countries of South Africa

    Also scheduled for today is a visit to the Bushmen and the Spitzkop panorama. 

    Accommodation: Oppi Koppi 

     Day 6 National Etosha park. NAMIBIA. 16/11/2023

    Hearty breakfast at the lodge before the climax of the first half of the trip - SAFARI in Etosha National Park.

    Journey with Calypso through the seven countries of South Africa

    We will devote the whole day to observing the fauna of the national park. Elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, lions, leopards, giraffes, caracals, zebras, ostriches and about 20 species of antelope live here. A meeting with a cheetah is not ruled out. We will live in a lodge right next to the animal watering hole.

    Accommodation: Etosha Safari Camp2Go 

     Day 7. Tsumeb. NAMIBIA. 17/11/2023

    We're heading towards our lodge on the Okavango River, but we won't be there until tomorrow. Today we have to spend a preparatory day in the town of Tsumeb. 

    Journey with Calypso through the seven countries of South Africa

    On the way, we will visit the largest meteorite found on Earth - Hoba, whose mass is more than 80 tons. 

    Accommodation: Pondoki Rest Camp 

    Day 8 Okavango River NAMIBIA. 18/11/2023

    Today will be a difficult day that will be crowned with success, in the afternoon we will arrive at the lodge on one of the most mysterious and one of the most African rivers - Okavango!

    Today we have a SAFARI, but on the water! We have a cruise on the Okavango River and we are waiting for: a calm and quiet river, hippos and maybe even crocodiles resting on the shore, birds and incredible nature around, and at the end of the day - a beautiful sunset!

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    Accommodation: Shametu River Lodge 

    Day 9 The Caprivi strip. Namibia. 19/11/2023

    We are steadily moving towards Botswana and Chobe National Park! About 5 hours on the way and we will already arrive at our lodge, from where we will begin to dive into the nature of an incredible place in Africa, the best water safari in the world. Evening safari on the water and early in the morning we are preparing to cross the border with Botswana. 

    Accommodation: Chobe River Camp  

     Day 10 Chobe National ParkBOTSWANA. 20/11/2023

    Journey with Calypso through the seven countries of South Africa

    After an early breakfast, depart for Botswana. Our road runs through the Bwabwata National Park, on the way we can meet elephants and giraffes. Next, we will cross the border into Botswana for an evening cruise on the Chobe River. A herd of elephants crossing the river in the rays of the setting sun, leisurely swimming hippos, calm expanse of water and silence, only occasionally broken by the cry of flying birds or the roar of a wild beast, will give our cruise a special charm.

    Journey with Calypso through the seven countries of South Africa

    Accommodation: Kwalape Lodge  

     Day 11 Chobe National Park - Victoria Falls (100 km). 

    BOTSWANA/ZAMBIA/ZIMBABWE. 21/11/2023

    We have a free morning, those who wish can make a jeep safari in the Chobe National Park (additional payment) - the second largest National Park in Botswana.

    Then we cross the border, get into Victoria Falls, inspect the Victoria Falls from Zimbabwe. Walls of raging water and billions of splashes. Those who wish can go down through a real tropical forest, overcoming stone blockages and fast streams, to the foot of the waterfall, to the place where the river makes a sharp turn, where the current is especially strong. Unforgettable experiences for a lifetime!

    On the same day, we must cross the border with Zambia and see the (smaller) part of the Victoria Falls from the Zambian side. 

    Journey with Calypso through the seven countries of South Africa

    Accommodation: The Kingdom Hotel 

    THE BEGINNING OF THE SECOND PART OF THE PROGRAM OF THE TOUR IN SOUTH AFRICA! 

     Day 12. Victoria Falls - Maputo. ZAMBIA/MOZAMBIQUE. 22/11/2023

    Breakfast at the hotel restaurant. Free time. Departure from Victoria Falls to Johannesburg, transfer to flight to Maputo. Hotel accommodation ONOMO 3*.

     Day 13 Maputo - Mbabane. MOZAMBIQUE/ESWATINI. 23/11/2023

    In the morning after breakfast - a panoramic pedestrian tour of Maputo. Maputo offers interesting and varied architecture, a mixture of cultures, the breeze of the Indian Ocean, the smell of fish…. In general, with all the attributes of an African metropolis.
    Moving to Eswatini.
    We drive along Eswatini to the capital - Mbabane. Hotel accommodation Mantenga Lodge 4*

    Journey with Calypso through the seven countries of South Africa

     Day 14 Mbabane - Clarence. ESWATINI/South Africa. 24/11/2023

    In the morning after breakfast - overview tour of Mbabane and the wealthy Eswatini area - Lobamba. After - a visit to the Ngwenya glass factory, which is one of the main attractions of Eswatini! Here, a small group of Swazi craftsmen and craftsmen with centuries of craftsmanship breathe life into the charming figures of animals and birds of Africa, imbuing each with their own irresistible personality. You will witness the magical art of glass blowing from your balcony. Each handmade item is made from 100% recycled materials. In the exhibition hall you can buy a souvenir from your visit to the Kingdom of Eswatini.
    Moving to the town of Clarence, located in South Africa on the border with Lesotho.
    Arrival at Clarence.
    “Clarence is a mecca for the creative people of South Africa! Here, communities of artists take up residence in historic sandstone buildings against the backdrop of a mountain range. The picturesque view of the town and the many art galleries, antique shops and cozy restaurants brought Clarence popularity.
    The city also has a reputation as a hotspot, offering some of the best white water rafting in the country on the nearby Ash River. Those who wish can ride horses, go hiking or even climb the sandstone cliffs that are typical of the area. Hotel accommodation Protea Hotel by Marriott Clarens

    Journey with Calypso through the seven countries of South Africa

     Day 15 Clarence - Motebong (Katse). South Africa/Lesotho. 25/11/2023

    After breakfast, transfer to Lesotho. We will visit the Katse reservoir and the dam (2nd largest in Africa). Next, we will stay at a lodge near Katse and visit the real village of Basotu, where we will talk with the locals and see their everyday life. Hotel accommodation Motebong Lodge 

    Journey with Calypso through the seven countries of South Africa

     Day 16 Motebong (Katse) - Johannesburg. LESOTHO/South Africa. 26/11/2023

    After breakfast we leave Lesotho and move to Johannesburg. Half way we will make a stop in a small reserve where lions and other animals saved from the hands of poachers are kept. Hotel accommodation Premier Hotel OR Tambo 4* 

     Day 17 Johannesburg. SOUTH AFRICA. 27/11/2023

    Rest in the morning. And after lunch - a tour of Johannesburg, with a visit to Ponte City and a walking tour of the "black" district of Johannesburg. During this tour, you will learn the history of the city, see the realities of this area in the 21st century, and also try traditional African cuisine (MOPANE caterpillars on the starter). Hotel accommodation Premier Hotel OR Tambo 4* 

    Journey with Calypso through the seven countries of South Africa

     Day 18 Cape Town. SOUTH AFRICA. 28/11/2023

    After breakfast, transfer to the airport and flight to Cape Town. 
    Sightseeing tour of the city and ascent to Table Mountain by cable car (subject to good weather, paid extra on the spot, + -25 dollars). Accommodation at Premier Hotel Cape Town 4 

    Journey with Calypso through the seven countries of South Africa

    Day 19. Cape Town. SOUTH AFRICA. 29/11/2023

    Breakfast at the hotel restaurant. Today is the last day of our trip and a trip to Cape Agulhas awaits us. Cape Agulhas, also known as Agulhas, is the southernmost point of the African continent, which is located on the territory of the Republic of South Africa. The cape is located at a distance of 155 kilometers southeast of the Cape of Good Hope, it is the end point of the spit, which begins in the Cape lands.
    Cape Agulhas rises 140 meters above the land. Its underwater terrace is called the Needle Shoal - this place is known for its danger to sailors, since the insignificant depth and fast current form breakers here, which are the cause of frequent shipwrecks. Swimming with sharks or whale watching (optional). 

    Journey with Calypso through the seven countries of South Africa

    Cape Agulhas rises 140 meters above the land. Its underwater terrace is called the Needle Shoal - this place is known for its danger to sailors, since the insignificant depth and fast current form breakers here, which are the cause of frequent shipwrecks. Swimming with sharks or whale watching (optional). Hotel accommodation Premier Hotel Cape Town 4 

     Day 20 Cape Town - Cape of Good Hope. SOUTH AFRICA. thirty/11/2023

    Trip to the Cape of Good Hope. A trip to the Cape of Good Hope can rightly be called the most beautiful and memorable excursion in South Africa. From the highest point on the peninsula, we have unparalleled views of the expanse of the ocean and breathtaking views of the False Bay. We will meet immediately with two oceans: the Atlantic and the Indian. Fascinating views of the ocean, mountain passes, the purest sea air will truly delight you and fill you with energy for a long time.

    Journey with Calypso through the seven countries of South Africa

    End of the program. Flight home or continuation of your holiday on the paradise beaches of the African continent.

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      COST OF THE TOUR - 6250 USD per person. in double occupancy

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      Only Namibia + Botswana + Victoria Falls - 3500 USD per person. in double occupancy

       

      The cost of Traveling with Calypso in EIGHT countries of South Africa includes:

      • accommodation in the specified hotel and lodges (or similar);
      • all transport and excursion services according to the program of the whole tour;
      • accompaniment by local accompanying English and Russian speaking guides throughout the route;
      • entrance tickets to National parks throughout the program;
      • breakfasts according to the program.

      The price does not include:

      • international flight to Windhoek and from Cape Town back (price from 25,000 UAH per person in both directions), Victoria Falls - Maputo (price from 350 USD/person);
      • domestic flight Johannesburg – Cape Town (250 USD/person); 
      • personal expenses and meals other than breakfasts in lodges and hotels;
      • all excursions not included in the program;
      • the cost of visas to South Africa, Botswana and Lesotho;
      • fuel costs in excess of the norm in South Africa (included in the cost of 110 dollars / person); 
      • medical insurance during the trip with Calypso in eight countries of South Africa.

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