Highlights of Southern Africa

We are looking forward to safely traveling once again with alumni and faculty. Our hopeful planning is informed by University precautions and protocols. Due to the pandemic, Harvard has prohibited all University-related travel, both international and domestic, until further notice. Since group travel is planned far in advance, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to confirm your study leader’s participation before cancellation fees begin for your program.

Date: August 28, 2021 - September 10, 2021
Trip Type: By Land

Group Size: To be announced
Price: To be announced

Activity Level 3

General Terms & Conditions

More information coming soon.

On this journey through Southern Africa, visit quintessential destinations in South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and Zambia. During game drives and boat safaris in Chobe National Park, search for zebras, giraffes, lions and leopards, and witness elephants drink and bathe in the river. Crossing the border into Zimbabwe, marvel at the power and beauty of Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, before continuing on to Livingstone, Zambia for a chance to track white rhino. Continue to the journey in the famed Sabi Sands Reserve, part of the greater Kruger National Park in South Africa. This area is known for its density of wildlife, including the Big Five as well as cheetah, wild dog, several species of antelope and a myriad of colorful birdlife. Conclude by exploring the political past, natural history, and beautiful art of Cape Town.

Schedule by Day

Aug 28: Depart for Botswana
Aug 29: Arrive Kasane, Botswana / Chobe National Park
Aug 30: Chobe National Park
Aug 31: Chobe National Park
Sep 1: Livingstone (Victoria Falls), Zimbabwe
Sep 2: Livingstone (Victoria Falls)
Sep 3: Kruger National Park, South Africa
Sep 4: Kruger National Park, South Africa
Sep 5: Kruger National Park, South Africa
Sep 6: Cape Town
Sep 7: Cape Town
Sep 8: Cape Town
Sep 9: Cape Town / Depart for U.S.
Sep 10: Arrive Home

Pricing

To be announced

Accommodations

Three nights at Chobe Game Lodge
Two nights at Thorntree River Lodge
Three nights at Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge
Three nights at Cape Grace in Cape Town

What to Expect

Activity Level 3

Busy pacing may include multiple hotel changes plus internal flights or long drives. May involve exposure to the outdoors, full days of touring, and walking up to two hours.