Mozambique, South Africa & Eswatini

02/11/2023

Participants will be welcomed at Lisbon Airport at a prearranged time. Flight TAAG at 11:00 PM.

03/11/2023

The time of arrival in the capital of South Africa is scheduled for 2:20 PM. After customs and once the entire group is back together, we will transfer to the hotel and proceed with the check-in.

After enjoying the hotel’s glamour, you can take a stroll through the fantastic associated surroundings, where you’ll find shops, a casino, and world-class restaurants within a short distance. Dinner will be at your own leisure.

Overnight: Peermont D’oreale Grande at Emperors Palace*

04/11/2023

In the early morning, we will head to the 4×4 vehicle delivery park. After the technical briefing and distribution of vehicles among the participants, it’s time for the road adventure to begin.

We will proceed towards Komatipoort, observing the transition of landscapes along the way. We will make a lunch stop midway through the journey and arrive at our destination during the afternoon, where we will take the opportunity to refuel for the following days.

Komatipoort is a town located at the confluence of the Crocodile and Incomati rivers in the province of Mpumalanga, South Africa. The town is situated 8 km from the Crocodile Bridge Gate entrance of Kruger National Park and only 5 km from the border with Mozambique.

In the late afternoon, we will check in at the Lodge and experience a true South African Braai in the lodge’s original Boma, accompanied by the fantastic concert provided by the wilderness as night falls.

Overnight: Kruger Éden Lodge*

05/11/2023

Entering through the Crocodile Bridge gate, this day is dedicated to visiting Kruger National Park, one of the most important and sought-after parks in Africa. The high density of wild animals includes the Big 5: lions, leopards, rhinoceroses, elephants, and buffalos.

Hundreds of other mammals make it their home, as well as various bird species such as vultures, eagles, and storks. The mountains, wooded plains, and tropical forests are part of the landscape that leaves no one indifferent.

Dinner will be at a restaurant in a safe resting area (Olifants Rest Camp) within the park, as will be the overnight stay in bungalows. The name of this area derives from the fact that elephants are frequently spotted here.

Overnight: Olifants Rest Camp (Bungalow’s)*

06/11/2023

This day will be dedicated to continuing our exploration of the many impressive sights this reserve has to offer. We will spend the day on safari, making stops to observe wildlife and stunning landscapes, until we reach the northern part of the park by the end of the day. There, we will spend the night at a Restcamp that still preserves the Bungalows discovered in 1934 in this remarkable and magnificent location.

Overnight: Bungalow’s 1934 Punda Maria Restcamp*

07/11/2023

After leaving Kruger National Park in the morning, we will cross the border at Pafuri, one of the most remote in the country, and enter Mozambique. We will then descend along the banks of the Limpopo River to its astonishing crossing, and veer towards Machaila through one of the most remote areas in the interior of Mozambique, with sightings of some villages in their most genuine state and large areas of native vegetation.

We will set up wild camp at the end of the day, in this breath-taking place in the outskirts of Machaila. It will be a night to remember.

Overnight: Wild camp

08/11/2023

Dawn and leaving camp to start another day of great adventure that will end on the coast of the Indian Ocean, passing through the region of Mabote, where we will head towards the coast and Vilankulos, one of Mozambique’s hidden paradises that few people know about.

Overnight: Hotel Bahia Mar Boutique*

09/11/2023

A day of relaxation in the Mozambican paradise of Vilankulos, where we can enjoy a magnificent beach with warm and crystal-clear waters, breathtakingly beautiful landscapes, and incredible tranquility. These serene settings are mostly frequented by local fishermen and children… let’s take pictures and make our friends jealous!

In addition to swimming in the sea, it is also possible to go diving. Lunch is at your own leisure.

Overnight: Hotel Bahia Mar Boutique*

10/11/2023

Departure from Vilankulos in the morning to Inhambane, one of the cities with many preserved traces of Portuguese presence in Mozambique.

We will then head towards the vast and curved Tofo Beach, one of the best in southern Mozambique, where we will once again be amazed by its natural beauty. After having dinner in this paradise-like setting, we will spend the night, lulled by the sound of the ocean waves.

Overnight: Tofo Beach House*

11/11/2023

The day will be free to discover this amazing beach. For the early birds, you shouldn’t miss the sunrise over the sea, which will provide some incredible photos. Then, it’s all about enjoying the beach, relaxing, and exploring the surrounding area in a completely laid-back atmosphere. Lunch is at your own leisure.

Overnight: Tofo Beach House*

12/11/2023

The day will be on wheels, exploring some trails along the coast and passing through emblematic areas, such as Xai-Xai Beach. We will make some stops, and have lunch halfway through the journey.

We will call it a day in Bilene, another emblematic destination located in the southern part of Gaza province. We will stay overnight at a resort with direct beach access and a lagoon-style swimming pool.

Overnight: Humula Beach Resort*

13/11/2023

After a farewell dive, we will head towards Maputo, entering through Costa do Sol, with an expected arrival in the late morning.

After lunch, we will check into the hotel and explore the center of Maputo on foot, freely visiting places such as the market, cathedral, train station, botanical garden, etc. Dinner will be at a restaurant in the city center.

Overnight: Afrin hotel*

14/11/2023

Morning departure towards the Kingdom of Eswatini, formerly known as Swaziland, a country in Southern Africa, with a border crossing and a route through a mountainous area. We will have the opportunity to interact with the Swazi tribe and experience their traditions live at Matenga Cultural Village.

The day comes to a close with a visit to a magnificent waterfall located within this nature reserve.

We will continue through the scenic green valley of Ezulwini, heading towards the lodge where we will have dinner and spend the night.

Overnight: Matenga Lodge*

15/11/2023

Morning departure towards the capital of South Africa, with a border crossing, lunch halfway through the journey, and expected arrival in Johannesburg by late afternoon, where we will check-in at the designated hotel and have our goodbye dinner.

Overnight: Afrique Boutique hotel*

16/11/2023

Having already checked-out at the hotel, we will return the vehicles and head to the airport, where we will arrive by 2:00 PM. The return flight to Lisbon is scheduled for 4:30 PM (TAAG).

17/11/2023

Arrival in Lisbon scheduled for 5:10PM.