Is it really only for 18-39 year olds? Do you have the same tour for older people? One of us is in her 50s and I am in my 60s.

Unfortunately, the tour you are looking at is a tour specifically designed for our 18 - 39 year old travellers. As you don't fit within that age bracket we wouldn't be able to book you on this trip. We do not have an exact replica of this trip that is open ahead.

Can I bring my 19-year-old son on the tour?

This tour is specifically for 18 to 39 year-olds. We cannot offer a place for anyone above this age.

Can I still join the tour if I am very young at heart but just turned 40?

Our 18-30s tours are designed for travellers between 18-39 years old to form interpersonal connections with people of similar age. We hold true to this age restriction to maintain the experience we promise.

Are there only couples, or single travellers? Is this tour better for a female solo traveler or the "real south africa (13 destination)" tour? I wanted to book yesterday, but waited for someone I can call, because I had some questions. Now the price is 200 euro more. Is there anything you can do, that I can book it with the old price?

There are 15 confirmed, there's a mix of solo travellers and pairs. All travellers are born in the 90s and 00s.

Please provide more information on the accommodations. Also how many passengers are booked onto this departure date and what is the general demographics on the tour. Are there any solo passengers?

As this is an 18-39 tour, all travellers will be between those ages, generally born in the 90s and 00s, with a mix of male and female and solo travellers / pairs. Simple hotels (2 nts, single or twin-share), participation camping (11 nts), basic bush camp (1 nt). Camping in Africa is truly an adventure. You will be able to get off the beaten track to get a first-hand experience of the beautiful wilderness and nature.

Is that strictly enforced or can a 45-year-old book this trip?

We do not provide any exceptions on the age requirements on this travel style. However, we offer many different travel styles, and most do not have any age requirements. At G Adventures, we strongly believe in putting the right travellers on the right trip - based on what they are looking to achieve. This ensures the best experience possible.

Are airport pick up and drop offs included in this trip. What are the class of hotels. I am a solo traveler and so will I be getting private room and bath throughput the trip. Do US citizens need any visa for the countries you are going through

Airport Transfers are not included in the price of this trip, so you would need to make your own way from / to the airport. The first and last nights of this tour in Johannesburg will be spent in simple hotel accommodation - twin (same sex occupants) or double rooms or in a single room if MOR was requested. From day 2 onwards we will be camping in 2 person safari tents. Since you are a solo traveller you will be sharing with another solo traveller of the same gender on the tour. If you would prefer to add a single supplement, we can do so for an additional supplement.

I see your tours have an upper age limit. I am interested in the 2 week tour of S. africa and Botswana - capped at age 39. I am an incredibly healthy, energetic and curious 78 year old. How might I engage with one of your tours that is 'more vigorous' than those that most of my peers might prefer.

You would be looking at a tour like the Southern Africa Overland Safari which does not have an age limit and is similar to the Southern Africa Encompassed. Which willl still include 12 nights of camping.

Are there available spaces for the Southern Africa safari during Christmas holiday period?

We have one departure on 7th - 21st December with three spaces remaining. The next departure after that is 4th - 18th January.

Is there any specific dress code for the safari days?

There is no strict dress code for safari, but it's advisable to wear neutral colors, and have sun protection and bug spray.

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Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 22
Ages 18-39

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Itinerary

Day 1
Johannesburg
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Sky Sandton)
Included Activities
- Meet Your CEO and Group
- Connect With New Friends
Optional Activities
- Apartheid Museum visit
- Soweto Tour
Landmarks
Apartheid Museum
Emperors Palace
Mandela House
Day 2
Johannesburg to Serowe
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Camping (Khama Rhino Sanctuary Camp)
Included Activities
- Border Crossing (South Africa - Botswana)
Landmarks
Khama Rhino Sanctuary
Day 3
Serowe to Maun
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Lodge (Sedia Riverside Lodge), Hotel (Sedia Hotel Campsite)
Included Activities
- Khama Rhino Sanctuary Sundown Game Drive
Landmarks
Khama Rhino Sanctuary
Okavango Delta
Day 4
Maun to Okavango Delta
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Camping (Okavango Delta Camping), Camping (Okavango Delta Camp)
Included Activities
- Okavango Delta Excursion
Landmarks
Okavango Delta
Day 5
Okavango Delta to Nata
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Camping (Elephant Sands Lodge Campsite)
Landmarks
Okavango Delta
Day 6
Nata to Kasane
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Camping (Thebe River Safari Lodge Campsite)
Optional Activities
- Chobe River Sunset Cruise
Landmarks
Chobe National Park
Chobe River
Day 7
Kasane to Victoria Falls
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Traditional lunch at the G Adventurers supported Lusumpuko Women's Club)
Accommodation
Camping (Explorers Village Camping)
Included Activities
- Border Crossing (Botswana to Zimbabwe)
- Lusumpuko Women's Club Lunch
Optional Activities
- Chobe National Park Safari Drive
- Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride - 15 Mins
- Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride - 25min
- Victoria Falls Whitewater Rafting
- Zambezi Bungee Jump
- Bridge Swing over the Zambezi
- Zipline over the Zambezi
Landmarks
Victoria Falls
Lusumpuko Women's Club
Day 8
Victoria Falls
Accommodation
Camping (Explorers Village Camping)
Optional Activities
- Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride - 15 Mins
- Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride - 25min
- Victoria Falls Whitewater Rafting
- Luxury Sunset Riversong Cruise
Landmarks
Victoria Falls
Day 9
Victoria Falls to Matobo National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Camping (African Wanderer Campsite)
Landmarks
Matobo National Park
Day 10
Matobo National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Camping (African Wanderer Campsite)
Included Activities
- Guided Rhino Walk
- Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive
Landmarks
Matobo National Park
Day 11
Matobo National Park to Tshipise
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Resort (Tshipise Forever Resort), Camping (Tshipise a Forever Resort Campsite)
Included Activities
- Border Crossing (Zimbabwe - South Africa)
Day 12
Tshipise to Kruger National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Camping (Satara Rest Camp), Camping (Satara Rest Campsite)
Included Activities
- Kruger Wildlife Safari Drive
Landmarks
Kruger National Park
Day 13
Kruger National Park to Greater Kruger Area
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Traditional dinner with local dancing)
Accommodation
Resort (Aan De Vliet Holiday Resort)
Included Activities
- Kruger Wildlife Safari Drive
- Traditional Dinner and Local Dancing
Optional Activities
- Kruger Open Vehicle Safari Drive
Landmarks
Kruger National Park
Day 14
Greater Kruger Area to Johannesburg
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Sky Sandton)
Day 15
Johannesburg
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Apartheid Museum visit
- Mandela House visit
Landmarks
Apartheid Museum
Mandela House

Landmarks
Apartheid Museum
Emperors Palace
Mandela House

Landmarks
Khama Rhino Sanctuary

Landmarks
Khama Rhino Sanctuary
Okavango Delta

Landmarks
Okavango Delta

Landmarks
Okavango Delta

Landmarks
Chobe National Park
Chobe River

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Victoria Falls
Lusumpuko Women's Club

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Victoria Falls

Landmarks
Matobo National Park

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Matobo National Park

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Kruger National Park

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Kruger National Park

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Apartheid Museum
Mandela House

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Hotel Sky Sandton
Hotel
Days 1, 14
Khama Rhino Sanctuary Camp
Camping
day 2
Sedia Riverside Lodge
Lodge
day 3
Sedia Hotel Campsite
Hotel
day 3
Okavango Delta Camp
Camping
day 4
Okavango Delta Camping
Camping
day 4
Elephant Sands Lodge Campsite
Camping
day 5
Thebe River Safari Lodge Campsite
Camping
day 6
Explorers Village Camping
Camping
Days 7, 8
African Wanderer Campsite
Camping
Days 9, 10
Tshipise Forever Resort
Resort
day 11
Tshipise a Forever Resort Campsite
Camping
day 11
Satara Rest Campsite
Camping
day 12
Satara Rest Camp
Camping
day 12
Aan De Vliet Holiday Resort
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day 13

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Overall rating based on 29 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
Transport
4.3
Guide
4.9
Accommodation
4.5
Food
4.7
Tour Operator
4.7

EnsarTuran
October 16th, 2025
This was truly the trip of a lifetime! Visiting Botswana, Zimbabwe, and South Africa was an unforgettable experience...
This was truly the trip of a lifetime! Visiting Botswana, Zimbabwe, and South Africa was an unforgettable experience — such stunning countries filled with incredible wildlife, breathtaking animals, and welcoming local communities. Every day brought a new adventure, from game drives to cultural experiences that made the journey so special. Our CEOs, Demi and Knox, were absolutely wonderful — warm, knowledgeable, and caring. They made every moment memorable and ensured everything ran smoothly. I couldn’t have asked for better guides or a better journey. I would definitely recommend this experience to anyone looking for something extraordinary! I will definitely travel to africa with G again.Show more
Traveled in September 2025
Reply from: G Adventures
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us, Ensar! This sounds like a magical trip and we are so glad you have shared this feedback with us. Our world deserves more you!
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kraig
May 2nd, 2024
An amazing African trip ✈️🌎 one to Remember for a lifetime must must must Book!!!
Traveled in April 2024
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Hi there Craig Thanks so much for tyhe five stars. That's great that you have some memories for a life time.
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Rieke
February 7th, 2024
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Bei der Reise wurden die tollsten Ziele aus Botswana und Zimbabwe und Südafrika erreicht. An Natur und...
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Traveled in January 2024
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Many thanks for the review Rieke. I am glad that you enjoyed your trip overall.
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Christian
September 21st, 2023
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Not for the spoiled but a real adventure and a lifetime experience. Big thanks to the CEOs JP, Eddy & Phil.
Traveled in August 2023
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David
June 19th, 2022
Highly recommendable, the tour staff are very friendly and ensure your safety and enjoyment at all times.
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Rebecca
June 6th, 2022
I love G and cant wait to book my next tour
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Emma
September 6th, 2022
Great way to visit these three countries with a variety of activities. It was the perfect way to achieve a lot in a...
Great way to visit these three countries with a variety of activities. It was the perfect way to achieve a lot in a short period of time and get local tips/info. I?m not the biggest group tour person but I know confidently that I would have never been able to facilitate this trip myself with the various and numerous activities. Specially the Delta was a top standout. I?d have loved to stay an extra night in that magical place with the local people that supported us.Show more
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George
June 28th, 2022
Excellent way to explore explore southern Africa. Some unforgettable memories at a reasonable price.
Traveled in May 2022
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Kelson
June 6th, 2022
Great time seeing lots of places in Southern Africa, although lots of driving. Great valu for money with most meals...
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Oupasna
June 18th, 2022
Incredible!
Traveled in May 2022
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Amber
Asked on January 22nd, 2026
Is it really only for 18-39 year olds? Do you have the same tour for older people? One of us is in her 50s and I am in my 60s.
Age Range
- G AdventuresOperator•Written January 2026
  Unfortunately, the tour you are looking at is a tour specifically designed for our 18 - 39 year old travellers. As you don't fit within that age bracket we wouldn't be able to book you on this trip. We do not have an exact replica of this trip that is open ahead.
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Maria
Asked on March 17th, 2025
Can I bring my 19-year-old son on the tour?
Age Range
- G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2025
  This tour is specifically for 18 to 39 year-olds. We cannot offer a place for anyone above this age.
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Gaël
Asked on February 21st, 2025
Can I still join the tour if I am very young at heart but just turned 40?
Age Range
- G AdventuresOperator•Written February 2025
  Our 18-30s tours are designed for travellers between 18-39 years old to form interpersonal connections with people of similar age. We hold true to this age restriction to maintain the experience we promise.
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Colleen
Asked on February 1st, 2025
Are there only couples, or single travellers? Is this tour better for a female solo traveler or the "real south africa (13 destination)" tour? I wanted to book yesterday, but waited for someone I can call, because I had some questions. Now the price is 200 euro more. Is there anything you can do, that I can book it with the old price?
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- G AdventuresOperator•Written February 2025
  There are 15 confirmed, there's a mix of solo travellers and pairs. All travellers are born in the 90s and 00s.
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Philip
Asked on February 1st, 2025
Please provide more information on the accommodations. Also how many passengers are booked onto this departure date and what is the general demographics on the tour. Are there any solo passengers?
Accommodation
Group size
- G AdventuresOperator•Written February 2025
  As this is an 18-39 tour, all travellers will be between those ages, generally born in the 90s and 00s, with a mix of male and female and solo travellers / pairs. Simple hotels (2 nts, single or twin-share), participation camping (11 nts), basic bush camp (1 nt). Camping in Africa is truly an adventure. You will be able to get off the beaten track to get a first-hand experience of the beautiful wilderness and nature.
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Anita
Asked on January 3rd, 2025
Is that strictly enforced or can a 45-year-old book this trip?
Age Range
Tour Details
- G AdventuresOperator•Written January 2025
  We do not provide any exceptions on the age requirements on this travel style. However, we offer many different travel styles, and most do not have any age requirements. At G Adventures, we strongly believe in putting the right travellers on the right trip - based on what they are looking to achieve. This ensures the best experience possible.
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Alexander
Asked on January 2nd, 2025
Are airport pick up and drop offs included in this trip. What are the class of hotels. I am a solo traveler and so will I be getting private room and bath throughput the trip. Do US citizens need any visa for the countries you are going through
Accommodation
Flights / Transfers
Visa
- G AdventuresOperator•Written January 2025
  Airport Transfers are not included in the price of this trip, so you would need to make your own way from / to the airport. The first and last nights of this tour in Johannesburg will be spent in simple hotel accommodation - twin (same sex occupants) or double rooms or in a single room if MOR was requested. From day 2 onwards we will be camping in 2 person safari tents. Since you are a solo traveller you will be sharing with another solo traveller of the same gender on the tour. If you would prefer to add a single supplement, we can do so for an additional supplement.
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Kathleen
Asked on December 23rd, 2024
I see your tours have an upper age limit. I am interested in the 2 week tour of S. africa and Botswana - capped at age 39. I am an incredibly healthy, energetic and curious 78 year old. How might I engage with one of your tours that is 'more vigorous' than those that most of my peers might prefer.
Age Range
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- G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2024
  You would be looking at a tour like the Southern Africa Overland Safari which does not have an age limit and is similar to the Southern Africa Encompassed. Which willl still include 12 nights of camping.
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James
Asked on November 4th, 2024
Are there available spaces for the Southern Africa safari during Christmas holiday period?
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- G AdventuresOperator•Written November 2024
  We have one departure on 7th - 21st December with three spaces remaining. The next departure after that is 4th - 18th January.
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Maurice
Asked on October 27th, 2024
Is there any specific dress code for the safari days?
Tour Details
- G AdventuresOperator•Written October 2024
  There is no strict dress code for safari, but it's advisable to wear neutral colors, and have sun protection and bug spray.

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- Typhoid - Recommended for Botswana.South Africa.Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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