Journey from Botswana to Zimbabwe
Great Elephant Migration Safari
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Our guides are the pioneers of Zimbabwe's innovative community-based conservation program, which engages local communities in protecting the wildlife on their own lands by ensuring that they benefit economically from safaris. Our activities on this great journey are as unique as our lodgings, as we explore on foot, by 4WD vehicle, by canoe, from an underground “look up” hide, and even by mountain bike. From our first safari camp, Camp Kuzuma in Botswana's northern Chobe region, we don't even need to go out looking for wildlife—it will come to us at the camp's fantastic waterhole, a magnet for elephant, buffalo, antelope, sable, giraffe, lion, and elusive leopard. At Nehimba Lodge, a mecca for thirsty pachyderms in the exceptionally diverse landscape of Hwange National Park, we might see as many as 500 elephants a day right at our lodge's waterhole. At Jozibanini (“Jozi” for short), we'll savor Zimbabwe's most remote safari camp. Here we can even sleep under the stars, nestled on the viewing decks of our raised tents. We finish this amazing safari in style with a spectacular charter flight to Victoria Falls, where we stay at Victoria Falls River Lodge. We invite you on one of the most intimate, engaging, and unforgettable experiences possible in wild Africa. 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After settling in and freshening up, we'll take a late afternoon sundowner cruise along the river, enjoying the golden sheen of light on the river while watching for elephants splashing in the pools or other wildlife along the riverbank. We'll end with a toast to the stunning sunset as we head back to our villas for an elegant, candlelit Welcome Dinner.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":2,"DayTo":2,"Headline":"Chobe Water Villas \/ Chobe District","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"After breakfast at the lodge, we head out for a morning game drive in Chobe National Park. This is the world's busiest elephant corridor, but we'll also be on the lookout for leopard, lion, spotted hyena, jackal, giraffe, large buffalo herds, and roan and sable antelope. 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It is home to some of the highest concentrations of elephant on the planet (around 44,000) along with lion, leopard, and buffalo, and it's world famous as a birding destination. We'll have this lion-rich territory to ourselves as we explore its mopane woodland and sand river environment. Nehimba's raised, thatched chalets arc around a waterhole frequented by elephants and other wildlife, including buffalo and wild dog. Later, we head out for a 4WD game drive, followed by the safari tradition of “sundowner” drinks in a beautiful location at sunset. Dinner is served on the deck, with elephants gathering just a few yards away from us. It is the most unique dining setting imaginable. After dinner, you can join an optional night game drive to spot the animals that are just starting their “day.” Overnight at Nehimba Lodge.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":4,"DayTo":4,"Headline":"Nehimba Seep \/ Nehimba Lodge","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"Today we head out for game drives and game walks to explore more of the northern reaches of Hwange. At the Nehimba Seep, an ancient source of water once used by San Bushmen, we'll stop for a tea break and wildlife viewing. Elephants still come here to dig for water and nourishing minerals in the soil. We'll head back to the lodge for lunch and a siesta or a swim in the pool (with elephants often sipping from the waterhole just yards away). Our late afternoon game drive ends with cool refreshments at sunset overlooking a famed waterhole. Dinner is back at the lodge, with an evening to relax around the campfire and discuss the day's events. Overnight at Nehimba Lodge.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":5,"DayTo":5,"Headline":"Elephant Express \/ Camelthorn Lodge \/ Southern Hwange National Park","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"After breakfast, we enjoy a game drive as we head three hours to the railway depot at Dete to catch the Elephant Express, a vintage open-air railway car that glides along the historic track built in 1904 by Cecil Rhodes. We'll savor lunch on board and enjoy an exciting afternoon game viewing in comfort as we travel into the southern reaches of Hwange National Park, which is distinctly different from the northern area of the park in its topography, habitats, and species of wildlife. At Ngamo, we disembark and board 4WD vehicles for a sundowner game drive to our stylish lodge, Camelthorn. Set in a small patch of pristine woodlands on the edge of the Ngamo Plains, Camelthorn is also a community-based lodge, helping support local schools and water projects. We'll settle into our forest villas and enjoy a delicious dinner beneath the namesake camelthorn tree. 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We'll tour the sanctuary headquarters, meet some of the Community Wildlife Protection Scouts on duty today, and spend time with the rhino and the rangers who guard them 24\/7 (great photo opportunities!). We'll also join the Cobras Community Wildlife Protection Unit for a display of their prowess—a challenging physical fitness routine and a demonstration of their shooting skills. We'll hear a short talk describing the origins and ideas behind the formation of the Cobras unit, and their important role in the new rhino conservation project that was launched in June 2022 at the Imvelo Wildlife Sanctuary. 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The ancient, windblown fossil sand dunes are separated by shallow valleys where elephant paths have compacted the terrain. Tonight at Jozi, the most remote camp in Zimbabwe, we'll fall asleep to the sounds of nature—and a lot of elephants—surrounding us. Overnight at Jozibanini Camp.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":9,"DayTo":9,"Headline":"Jozibanini Camp","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"We'll enjoy an early morning guided game walk through the area around camp, tracking for the different species found in this part of the park, including the fascinating African painted dog. Near camp, we enjoy a fabulous brunch out at the Jozi pan, enjoying the solitude of being in a completely untouched and isolated spot within the pristine African bush. In the early evening, we're in for a unique experience as we descend into a specially constructed underground viewing blind, set below ground level, where we can look out and view elephants at “toenail” level—the photographic opportunities are spectacular! The underground blind is very comfortable with seating and even a bathroom. Once the sun has set, a quick drive brings us back to camp for a fine dinner under the glorious night sky. Overnight at Jozibanini Camp.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":10,"DayTo":10,"Headline":"Jozibanini Camp","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"An optional guided mountain bike ride brings us along elephant paths and through the inter-dune area around Jozibanini. This is an extraordinary way to experience the landscape and the wildlife. We'll have a lovely picnic lunch under a shade tree, time for a siesta, and ride back to camp in the afternoon. After sundowners at the camp's waterhole, we enjoy dinner, then fall asleep to the sounds of the Hwange bushlands all around us. Overnight at Jozibanini Camp.","Breakfast":1,"Lunch":1,"Dinner":1,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":false},{"DayFrom":11,"DayTo":11,"Headline":"Victoria Falls \/ Chobe Water Villas, Kasika Conservancy, Namibia","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"A chartered bush flight brings us to Victoria Falls for an exploration of the Falls, a World Heritage Site. Known as Mosi-oa-Tunya, or “the smoke that thunders,” the cascade of Victoria Falls extends more than a mile across the Zambezi River (that's more than twice the size of Niagara Falls!). We'll take in the spectacular vistas and walk through the rainforest, enjoying a guided tour and incredible scenes of the cascades of water—a once in a lifetime experience! We'll enjoy lunch at the stately Victoria Falls Hotel, a “grand dame” with a true British colonial ambiance, then head to our accommodation, the family-operated Ilala Lodge, just minutes from the Falls. Guest rooms have nice beds and all rooms have access to the central garden area. The late afternoon is free to settle into your room, have a swim, or unwind on your patio. Keep an eye out for local wildlife—warthogs and impala are known to graze on the hotel's lawn. In the evening we'll enjoy a festive Farewell Dinner. 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A flight brings us to Nehimba Lodge in Zimbabwe's Hwange National Park, home to some of the highest concentrations of elephant on the planet, some of whom visit our lodge's lively waterhole. This area is also lion-rich and we have it to ourselves as we explore its mopane woodland and sand river environment.","Breakfast":0,"Lunch":0,"Dinner":0,"Overnight":"","Travel_Type":"","Quotation":"","Quotation_Attribution":"","Itinerary_Location":"","Latitude":"","Longitude":"","Brief":true},{"DayFrom":5,"DayTo":7,"Headline":"Camelthorn Lodge \/ Southeastern Hwange \/ Rhino Sanctuary","ActivityOverview":"","EstimatedLength":"","ActivityLevel":"","ItinBlock":"The open-air Elephant Express rail car brings us to Camelthorn Lodge in southeastern Hwange. Game viewing by 4WD vehicle has us on the lookout for elephant, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, and impala. 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Overview
Imagine exploring the utterly remote game lands linking Botswana's renowned Chobe National Park with the famed elephant stronghold of Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe—some 200,000 elephants roam this wild trans-frontier corridor. We'll head across rich savannas unknown to most travelers, encountering massive herds of elephants and plenty of other wildlife including lion, rare sable antelope, African painted dog, wildebeest, buffalo, giraffe, and more. Our unique and wonderfully located lodges bring all the comforts, and in Hwange, we'll visit the new sanctuary for white rhinos, a community-owned conservation success.
Arrive: Kasane, Botswana
Depart: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Highlights
- Witness huge herds of migrating elephants at waterholes
- Extraordinary wildlife, including lion, leopard, African painted dog, giraffe, roan, and kudu
- Track game on foot and enjoy optional mountain biking as part of the adventure
- Gorgeous safari camps in Hwange and Chobe, each with its own unique atmosphere
- Learn about the local community's conservation successes
- Visit astounding Victoria Falls
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Botswana's Chobe National Park is the world's busiest elephant corridor, but we'll also be on the lookout for leopard, lion, spotted hyena, jackal, and giraffe. A flight brings us to Nehimba Lodge in Zimbabwe's Hwange National Park, home to some of the highest concentrations of elephant on the planet, some of whom visit our lodge's lively waterhole. This area is also lion-rich and we have it to ourselves as we explore its mopane woodland and sand river environment.
The open-air Elephant Express rail car brings us to Camelthorn Lodge in southeastern Hwange. Game viewing by 4WD vehicle has us on the lookout for elephant, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, and impala. We'll also visit the rhino sanctuary built on community land and guarded by an anti-poaching unit.
At Jozibanini, game walks let us track the fauna of southern Hwange, including the African painted dog, and we'll visit St. Joseph's School, with its enthusiastic students eager to welcome visitors. Our camp's look-up blind brings unique views of elephants, and we'll sleep under the stars in the most remote camp in southern Africa.
We fly to Victoria Falls for a tour of the falls and sundowner cruise on the Zambezi. Depart on Day 12.
Dates & Pricing
The earlier you book, the more choice you’ll have. WT also has the most generous cancellation and transfer policies in the industry, we make it easy if you change your mind. Have a small group of your own? Take over an existing date or choose your own. You’ll have your own private guide–and the adventure–all to yourselves!
Payment & Cancel Schedule
$600 due at time of reservation
90 days prior to departure: Balance
Cancellation & Transfer Schedule
Up to 91 days prior to departure: No Charge!
61-90 days prior to departure: 25% of trip cost
46-60 days prior to departure: 50% of trip cost
45 days or less: 100% of trip cost
Included
- Expert leadership of a Wilderness Travel Trip Leader and local guides
- Accommodations in lodges and safari camps
- All meals
- Local beer, wine, and spirits
- All ground transportation and baggage handling from meeting until departure
- All activities as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
Not Included
- Travel to and from the arrival and departure locations as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
- Additional hotel nights outside the trip's scheduled dates
- Optional gratuities to Trip Leaders or staff
- Optional travel insurance
- Other expenses of a personal nature (some alcoholic beverages, etc.)
- Visa fees
Accommodations
Listed below are our signature accommodations for this trip. Although it is highly unlikely, we may make substitutions when necessary.
Ilala Lodge
Day 1 (1 night)
The family-operated Ilala Lodge is a relaxing hotel with an ideal location just minutes from spectacular Victoria Falls. Perfectly manicured gardens and thatched roofs set the scene as you are welcomed into the open-air lobby. Guest rooms have nice beds and all rooms have access to the central garden area. There is a pool if you wish to take a refreshing dip, or you can unwind on your patio. The award-winning Palm Restaurant is also located at the hotel, which offers views of the falls. Keep an eye out for local wildlife—warthogs and impala are known to graze on the hotel's lawn.
Nehimba Lodge
Days 2-3 (2 nights)
Raised thatched tent chalets arcing around a watering hole make Nehimba Lodge a spectacular place to witness elephants and other animals drink and play in northern Hwange National Park. Whether you come during the green or dry season, Nehimba's location within the park offers fantastic opportunities to view a wide variety of birdlife like giant eagle owl, Burchell's sandgrouse, and red-billed francolin, and possibly see the famous elephant hunting lions that prowl this part of the park. Private, enclosed outdoor showers are attached to each chalet, and all have beautiful open-beam thatched ceilings and verandas overlooking the watering hole. For a refreshing dip, relax at the lodge's pool, and with luck, have an up-close encounter with elephants—they're known to come right up to the pool's edge!
Camelthorn Lodge
Days 4-6 (3 nights)
Tucked in the forested fringes of southern Hwange National Park and within the Imvelo Ngamo Rhino Sanctuary, Camelthorn Lodge is the perfect place to experience life in the bush without sacrificing comfort. The main lodge has a community dining area and buffet station for breakfast, yet you can also enjoy your meals beneath the lodge's namesake camelthorn tree. Eight villas are designed to stay cool in the warmer months and cozy during the colder months with tall ceilings, large stone and tiled bathrooms, and each has a private viewing deck with a hammock so you can unwind beneath a canopy of acacia trees, watching an abundance of birdlife—and small woodland creatures—right from your room.
Jozibanini Camp
Days 7-9 (3 nights)
Jozibanini Camp is a small, exclusive camp situated within Hwange National Park. Spacious tents are simple and rustic, built on raised wooden decks tucked under camelthorn trees. The tents have en suite bathrooms with flush toilets and bucket showers (with hot water!). Dining is informal, situated near a campfire and beneath a canopy of stars. Because of its remote location, you're likely to see wildlife explore all around the camp throughout day. Please note: single travelers will share accommodations at Jozibanini Camp.
Chobe Water Villas
Days 10-11 (2 nights)
Set along the edge of the great Chobe River in the Zambezi Region of Namibia, each luxury villa has spectacular views of the wetlands and bushland of Chobe National Park right across the water. As you sit on the deck of your private terrace, watch for huge elephant and buffalo herds grazing on the floodplains, then, in the evening, hear the distant sounds of hippos and the serenade of water waves right under your villa. Rooms are simple and comfortable but elegantly styish. An infinity pool overlooking the river is great for cooling off.
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This trip is Level 2+ (Easy to Moderate) according to our trip grading system. It can be enjoyed by anyone in reasonably good health. Optional game walks are available. Although not a walking safari, you must to be able to walk on uneven surfaces and feel comfortable on your feet for up to 2 hours a day.
Additionally, you need to be able to climb in and out of the safari vehicle.
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Average Walking Day
- 1-2 hours
- 1-2 miles
- Flat terrain
July through October are fantastic months to visit Botswana and Zimbabwe, as this is in the peak of the “dry” season, the best game viewing period. Because of the minimal rainfall during this season, the bush turns golden brown and in many areas is beaten flat, so game viewing is easier and animals concentrate around major water sources. It is the end of winter and so the nights and the early mornings are cold and the days are warm and dry. Days will be in the mid 70s to low 90s (later in the season) and nights in the 50s. Warm coats and insulating layers are necessary on early morning game drives.
Each of our safari lodges and camps has been meticulously designed to offer all your home comforts, a splash of luxury and an exciting dash of African charm. On top of this, our locations have been carefully selected for two vital reasons; the local communities' dedication to our conservation partnership and their proximity to some of nature's most impressive wonders, from the famous Victoria Falls, to the mighty Zambezi River and Hwange National Park, famed for its thousands of elephants.
While on safari, breakfasts and evening meals are served at the lodge you are staying in. Lunches while traveling between destinations will be served picnic-style en route. Bottled water, soft drinks, juice, house wine, and beer are included throughout the trip. All vehicles are equipped with a fridge or cool box stocked with bottled water. Tea and coffee are offered by all accommodations free of charge with meals and at afternoon teatime.
On safari, there are long driving days over rugged dirt tracks, we can be in and out of the vehicles all day long, usually only driving approximately 2 hours at a time. We will be in a 7-seat open sided 4WD vehicle with a roof for sun protection. We sit 6 people max per vehicle to optimize everyone's view and provide wool blankets for early morning and evening game drives.
During drives and game walks, we can get quite close to wild animals at times. Being very quiet improves everybody's chances of observation. In the interest of safety, your Trip Leader explains limitations on movement while on game drives, on walks, and around camp. Incidents with wild animals are extremely rare on safaris, but no safari can guarantee immunity from such incidents. Wilderness Travel is not to be held responsible for incidents involving the behavior of wildlife.
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Client Testimonials
"This was the most amazing travel experience in a dozen years of travel. The nature, our elephant encounters, Butch, every camp and staff, food, and fellow travelers all made this experience amazingly fun and rewarding in every respect. Thank You!"
Barb C.
Evergreen, CO
"Each of the camps and lodges was spectacular in its own way. We also enjoyed the opportunity to discuss animal conservation and community with our guides, who went above and beyond at every opportunity. A tremendous experience."
Jeannee S.
Milwaukee, WI
"One of the most unique trips that I have ever taken. The interaction with elephants was amazing!"
Karen S.
Tesuque, NM
"This trip was phenomenal. We could not have asked for a better experience. Every part of the trip exceeded our expectations."
Renee G.
Glen Allen, VA
"The trip was better than we could have imagined. Africa is awe inspiring, and Wilderness Travel put together an unforgettable trip."
Steven L.
Monroe, NY
"This trip was amazing in so many ways. The design of it allowed us to fully immerse in the wonders of Zimbabwe and Botswana, knowing that EVERYTHING else was totally handled (guiding, travel, lodging, food, safety)."
Vincent T.
Redondo Beach, CA
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With more than 200 different adventures to choose from, we want to help you find the trip that’s right for you. Our Trip Level system ranks each trip in two ways: a number rating from 1 to 6 according to the activity, and general travel rigors. 1 is the easiest and 6+ the most difficult—see descriptions below for explanations of each number. A plus (+) sign means the trip is a bit more strenuous than other trips of that level. The detailed explanation of each trip—below the bar with the number rating—is perhaps more important, specifying activities, altitudes, hiking, and travel conditions. The Detailed Itinerary, available by download or mail, gives further information. Our Area Managers can also answer questions and guide you to the trip that best suits your interests.
Level 1 – Easiest
Non-camping journeys, optional walks, little elevation gain or loss.
Level 2 – Easy to Moderate
Hotel nights and/or safari-style camping, hikes of two to four hours on some days. Other physical activities are sometimes included, such as optional sea kayaking.
Level 3 – Moderate
Half- to full-day hikes (3-6 hours) over rolling countryside on most days, occasional steep trails. Many of our hotel-based walking tours are in this category, as are our snorkeling adventures.
- Tuscany & the Cinque Terre
- Argentina: Hikes and Estancias of Patagonia
- Palau Snorkeling & Sea Kayaking
- Some trips with minimal hiking but rugged travel conditions or long drives, such as Tribal Ghana, Togo & Benin, are Trip Level 3.
Level 4 – Moderate to Strenuous
Full-day hikes (4-6 hours), mountainous terrain, significant elevation gains and losses (hiking up or down as much as 3,000 feet) on many days. Altitudes no greater than about 10,000 feet.
Level 5 – Strenuous
Full-day hikes (4-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Trips with hiking at average altitudes of 10,000 to 12,000 feet are in this category.
Level 6 – Very Strenuous
Full-day hikes (5-8 hours), mountainous, steep terrain (hiking up or down as much as 3,500 feet) on many days. Most hikes take place at altitudes above 10,000 feet, with some days ascending as high as 18,000 feet.
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We'll take in the spectacular vistas and walk through the rainforest, enjoying a guided tour and incredible scenes of the cascades of water—a once in a lifetime experience! We'll enjoy lunch at the stately Victoria Falls Hotel, a “grand dame” with a true British colonial ambiance, then head to our accommodation, the family-operated Ilala Lodge, just minutes from the Falls. Guest rooms have nice beds and all rooms have access to the central garden area. The late afternoon is free to settle into your room, have a swim, or unwind on your patio. Keep an eye out for local wildlife—warthogs and impala are known to graze on the hotel's lawn. In the evening we'll enjoy a festive Farewell Dinner. 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If you have questions about the level of comfort or any of the activities described in this itinerary, please call Wilderness Travel at 1-800-368-2794 and ask for the<\/p>","System_References":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-01-27T07:50:51 --><p>We'd be happy to put you in touch with a past client that has traveled with us on this trip.<\/p>","System_Visit_Our_Website":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-01-27T07:51:32 --><p>At <a href=\"http:\/\/www.wildernesstravel.com\">www.wildernesstravel.com<\/a>, you can find out about added departures, last-minute deals, and special WT Expeditions that aren't listed in our catalog. You can also access a complete library of our detailed itineraries and browse the customized reading guides for each of our adventures.<\/p>","System_Helpful_Links":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-01-27T07:52:03 --><p>Wilderness Travel has compiled a list of useful websites for travelers. Find the Toucan Club tab on the home page of our website and choose Helpful Links: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.wildernesstravel.com\/ toucan\/links\">www.wildernesstravel.com\/ toucan\/links<\/a>.<\/p>","System_About_Private_Journeys":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-02-17T11:00:24 --><p>Wilderness Travel Private Journeys are designed for people who want to travel with their own small private group, but who still want to experience the same superb itinerary design, great accommodations, and signature quality of Wilderness Travel's escorted group trips. These Private Journeys allow you to choose your own dates and your traveling companions -- even if it's just the two of you -- yet still enjoy a guided adventure.<\/p>","System_About_New_Trips":"","System_Social_Media":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:33:43 --><p><strong>SOCIAL MEDIA:<\/strong> We invite you to share your adventure with us on social media. Tag @wildernesstravel and we may even feature your content on our pages!<\/p>","System_If_You_Miss_Your_Flight":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:34:09 --><p><strong>IF YOU MISS YOUR FLIGHT<\/strong><br \/>If you miss your flight or are otherwise delayed, contact our Wilderness Travel office as well as our local partners, with your new flight information. Refer to the Emergency Contact Information listed in this Final Bulletin.<\/p>","System_Valid_Passport":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-06-16T10:26:21 --><p><strong>VALID PASSPORT:<\/strong> Check that your passport is valid for at least six months from the last day of your trip, and that you have at least two blank pages for any necessary visa or entry and exit stamps.<\/p>","System_Insurance_Policy":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:36:23 --><p><strong>INSURANCE POLICY:<\/strong> If you have purchased the Travelex Travel Protection Plan, you should have received an email confirmation of your policy. Please bring a digital or printed copy of this policy with you. If you cannot find your email confirmation, please contact Travelex's Customer Solutions team at 844-877-1885 or e-mail customersolutions@travclcxinsurancc.com. 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We are available during regular business hours (M-F, 8:30 am-5:00 pm, PST). <\/p>","System_ECI_Travel_Insurance":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:38:31 --><p>If you have purchased the Travelex Travel Protection Plan through Wilderness Travel, please remember to bring your Confirmation of Coverages (COC) with you on the trip, including your Plan Number and important emergency contact information.<\/p><p>If you've purchased a travel protection plan on your own, we recommend that you bring a copy of your policy, including all coverages, with you on your trip.<\/p>","System_Face_Masks_and_Hand_Sanitizer":"","System_DidNotPurchase_Insurance":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-02-28T12:27:44 --><p>Travel Insurance: We recommend that you purchase travel insurance for this trip. For your convenience, we offer Travelex travel protection. Please let us know if you would like us to add the Travelex Travel Protection Plan to this final invoice. You can learn more about the policy on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildernesstravel.com\/toucan\/travel-insurance\">website<\/a>.<\/p>","System_Purchased_Insurance":"","System_Questions?":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-01-27T13:47:31 --><p>Our Area Specialists are you single point of contact and would be happy to answer any questions about yout trip!<br \/>800.368.2794 | 510.558.2488<\/p>","System_Travel_Insurance":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-01-27T07:58:05 --><p>We highly recommend you purchase travel insurance. You can take advantage of a comprehensive Travel Protection Plan designed for Wilderness Travel by Travelex, or purchase other insurance on your own. See our website for details: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.wildernesstravel.com\/insurance\">www.wildernesstravel.com\/insurance<\/a><\/p>","System_Make_it_Your_Trip":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:44:18 --><p>The prices above are for the ready-to-book adventure outlined in this Detailed Itinerary, a popular option that has been handcrafted by our Area Specialists to include the best of every destination. While many travelers choose to book this tour as is, our Area Specialists are also happy to work with you to customize this Private Journey to suit your specific interests and style of travel. We can arrange for longer or shorter stays, offer hotel upgrades (see below for sample costs), or add an extension to additional places of interest. We can even add special activities or customize excursions depending on your interests. We invite you to contact us to discuss your options!<\/p>","System_Signing_up_for_a_Trip":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-03-29T11:44:42 --><p>Early reservations are recommended since accommodations often sell out far in advance. Please call 1-800-368-2794 and ask for our [Africa Manager] or email us at [africa@ wildernesstravel.com] with any questions that you may have about this trip. To reserve your Private Journey, we will need to know your preferred dates of travel. We will then check availability and send you a proposed itinerary with exact pricing for your adventure. We can typically hold a provisional booking for one week. At that time, we must collect your initial deposit or accommodations will be released. We accept Visa, Mastercard, or American Express card. Upon receipt of your deposit, we will send you a Welcome Packet that includes a letter of confirmation, Detailed Itinerary, Trip Application, Medical Form, and Pre-Departure Information Booklet with information to help you prepare for your adventure. Please see our Cancellations and Transfer Fee Schedule for specific payment information.<\/p>","System_Trip_Leaders":"<!-- Generated by XStandard version 3.0.0.0 on 2023-02-13T09:24:57 --><p>Wilderness Travel Trip Leaders have a passion and a joy for creating an unforgettable journey. We are extremely proud of them and the incredible travel experiences they make possible. The Trip Leader for each departure is listed on the "Dates & Prices" tab on our Pilgrim's Way webpage:<\/p>"},"terms":{"PaymentSchedule":"<meta charset=\"utf-8\"\/><body><p>$600 due at time of reservation <br \/>90 days prior to departure: Balance<\/p><\/body>","CancelSchedule":"<p>Up to 91 days prior to departure: No Charge!<br>61-90 days prior to departure: 25% of trip cost<br>46-60 days prior to departure: 50% of trip cost<br>45 days or less: 100% of trip cost<br><\/p>"}}