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Can’t choose which Southern African country to explore first? See them all in just 26 days as you camp in the bush, volunteer on local projects, take a game drive, set off white water rafting and visit Victoria Falls.

Day 1 - 10

After touching down in Zambia and taking a wander around Livingstone, you’ll make your way to Mwandi Mission Village, where you will find yourself surrounded by a whole array of colourful local cultures and friendly people. The next 10 days will be spent getting back to basics and helping to build African style houses for the most needy in the community or assisting with teaching the local children.

Day 12 - 15

Continue your journey onto Botswana after a trip along the Zambezi River, a great opportunity to see Africa’s ‘four corners’ where Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Namibia meet. You will get a real taste of the outdoors staying at the rural Elephant Sands Bush Camp, a 25,000 hector bush area, home to a range of game; you will have the option of taking a bush walk or game drive for an additional fee. Camp on the banks of the Chobe River before going on a game drive in Chobe National Park in open safari vehicle, you’ll learn all about the bush from your experienced guide and spot an array of wildlife.

Day 16 - 22

Drive through Namibia’s “Caprivi Strip” back to Mwandi for another few days spent at the Mwandi Mission, putting your English language skills and muscles to good use working within the local community.

Day 23 - 26

Finish off your Southern African extravaganza in Livingstone. You can opt to do anything from white water rafting to visiting one of the world’s most incredible natural wonder; Victoria Falls, don’t forget to bring your camera!

What's Included

Accommodation:Shared luxury tents
Food:All meals, except 5 lunches and breakfasts in Livingstone
Airport Pickup:Included on arrival date. Ask us for details if you’re arriving early!
Training:In-country orientation
Support:Pre-departure helpdesk, Local in-country team and 24hr emergency support

What's not included

Flights, Insurance, Visas, Return Airport transfer, Food (some meals not provided)

Duration

4 weeks

Start Dates

i-to-i Volunteer and Adventure Travel offer a whole range of projects and adventurous trips across the globe running from 1 to 12 weeks with weekly/monthly departures for trips that are not affected by seasons or weather. Specific departure dates are in place set in liaison with the projects we work with.

Costs / Benefits

Trip prices vary depending on activity and duration. Our volunteer projects start from £499, Adventures start from £699 and Tours start from £599. All trips include accommodation, most meals, an airport pickup, in-country orientation, support in-country and 24 hour emergency support. Our expert advisers will guide you through everything you need right up until your departure and are always available to help once you are away!

Requirements

No specific requirements or qualifications are necessary, just a sense of adventure, a desire to make a difference and a responsible attitude towards the destinations you visit.