Day 1
Your adventure kicks off with a Meet & Greet at ORTambo Johannesburg International Airport, where you'll connect with your tour leader and fellow riders. Bushwings, our private charter flight partner, will await you at the scheduled morning time for a flight to Mashatu/Botswana, arranged by our team.
Upon arrival, meet your safari guide at the border for a swift transfer to the reception area, overseeing the Limpopo river, where a light lunch awaits. Following an introductory ride to ensure horse suitability, embark on your first journey towards Two Mashatus Camp, encountering the awe-inspiring Mashatu Game Reserve. The reserve houses Africa's largest free-roaming elephant herd, promising remarkable wildlife sightings. Conclude the day relaxing in the boutique lounge and enjoying a delightful three-course dinner while getting acquainted with fellow adventurers.
Day 2
Start your day with a sunrise awakening, accompanied by the morning chorus and a steaming cup of tea or coffee at your tent. After breakfast, set off from the lush woodland bordering the Limpopo River, navigating towards the rocky hills outlining the river valley. Traverse Mashatu's heartland, encountering abundant plains game, giraffes, and elephant herds. Reach Tree Camp for lunch, offering a vantage point to observe wildlife approaching the Majale River for a drink. In the afternoon, opt for a ride or a bush walk, exploring the western Matabole River area before enjoying sundowners back at Tree Camp.
Day 3
The expedition leads through Mashatu's core, encountering ancient rock formations and the famed Limpopo Valley's Baobab trees. Ride along the Motloutse River, discovering the historic Leadwood 'Kgotla,' serving as a secure campsite for the night. Afternoon game drives seek the resident lions, concluding with sundowners at the ancient "Amphitheatre" rocks. Enjoy dinner by the fire at Kgotla, embracing a night under the stars and Africa's captivating nighttime symphony, a unique experience far removed from urban life.
Day 4
Explore sandstone formations, including the renowned Solomon's Wall, on horseback. This valley once hosted ancient civilizations, evident through archaeological relics like stone-age tools and rock art, linked to the legendary Mapungubwe Dynasty. An afternoon drive leads to Mmamagwa Hills, offering a climb to the Mmamagwa Ruins, akin to the Mapungubwe era. Conclude with sundowners beneath a majestic baobab tree, marveling at the panoramic vista.
Day 5
Trace Elephant Valley's trails, adorned by centuries of migrating elephants, venturing north to the upper Majale River reaches. This remote region features colossal baobab trees, perfect for an exhilarating ride. Lunch at Tree Camp precedes an afternoon ride, bush walk, or game drive exploring the riverside.
Day 6
Ride through Pitsane River Valley, offering excellent game viewing. Stop at historical landmarks, including Bryce's Store from the Boer War era, once a British supply post. Return to Two Mashatu Camp for lunch and a refreshing swim. The afternoon includes a guided bush walk to nearby koppies for sundowners.
Day 7
Venture through the scenic plains between Majale and Pitsane rivers, witnessing abundant wildlife and stunning vistas of the Limpopo River Valley. Explore an old Boer War fort, followed by a ride into the wetland area, ideal for game spotting and summer-time river cantering. Relax in camp or join an afternoon ride or bush walk for an African sundowner.
Day 8
Conclude your journey with a final ride in Limpopo Valley, capturing elephant sightings and enjoying a leisurely canter through the Mustard bush. Return to the stables and reception for brunch, bidding farewell to newfound friends before a midday private charter flight back to Johannesburg.