Discover the best of South Africa & Zimbabwe
This popular itinerary combines Zimbabwe’s magnificent Victoria Falls with a safari in South Africa and a visit to scenic Cape Town.
Sip cocktails on the Zambezi River, tour the Falls, look out for lion, elephant and leopard in the Kruger, and discover the spectacular mountains, vineyards and seascapes of the Cape.
This is not a group tour but a recommended itinerary for private touring that stands alone or can be tailored to your requirements. We can easily add more nights in any area, and can mix and match the accommodation to suit.
Highlights
- Victoria Falls World Heritage Site
- Kruger Park Private Reserves
- Big Five gameviewing in open vehicles
- Beautiful Cape Town & Table Mountain
- Spectacular Cape Winelands & Cape Point
Getting there
Many major airlines including South African Airways, Qantas, Etihad, Emirates, Kenya Airways, Qatar, Singapore Airways and British Airways fly into Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport. There are also many regional and domestic carriers that service local cities such as Cape Town and the Kruger National Park area.
US – South African Airways fly’s directly to east coast cities including New York and Washington. Delta Airlines is another option to consider flying directly to Johannesburg from Atlanta.
UK / Europe – There are direct flights to OR Tambo International Airport with South African Airways from London-Heathrow, Frankfurt and Munich. Major European Airlines flying directly into Johannesburg include British Airways, Air France, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Lufthansa and Swiss International Airlines.
Sample Itinerary
South Africa and Victoria Falls
11 days/10 nights
Day 1
Victoria Falls
Arrive Victoria Falls and transfer to Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, set on a plateau with panoramic views over the Zambezi National Park and a private waterhole attracting herds of animals. This evening enjoy sundowner cocktails on your sunset cruise on the Zambezi River.
Days 2/3
Victoria Falls
On day 2 spend the morning witnessing the amazing beauty of the Victoria Falls. The afternoon and the following day are at leisure. Optional tours are available including a Flight of Angels and a Chobe National Park full day excursion.
Days 4-6
Kruger Private Game Reserve
Transfer from Victoria Falls town to Livingstone for flight to Kruger International Airport. On arrival transfer by road to Londolozi Pioneer Camp for 3 nights. Nestled in a grove of ebony trees, Pioneer Camp accomodates just 6 guests in 3 luxurious suites. Londolozi is world renowned and the ideal place to view Africa’s big game. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives whilst at the lodge and when time permits on arrival and departure day.
Day 7
Cape Town
This morning savour an early morning game drive before departing by road for Kruger International Airport for your onward flight. Arrive Cape Town in the late afternoon and transfer to the five-star Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel offering storied luxury accommodation in the heart of the Mother City.
Day 8
Cape Town
After breakfast enjoy a half day city tour of Cape Town including a visit to stunning Table Mountain. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure.
Days 9/10
Cape Town
On your second day enjoy a full day tour of Cape Point taking in some spectacular scenery along the South African coastline. The following day indulge in a full day Cape Winelands tour tasting some local wines.
Day 11
Tour ends Cape Town
After breakfast transfer to Cape Town airport. Tour ends.
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