Best of South Africa with Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls, Johannesburg & Cape Town, 3 game drives in Kruger and a private conservancy, plus a bush walk; stay in upscale hotels throughout.

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Style	Small Group TourTravel with a small, intimate group of no more than 16 likeminded travelers (and often much fewer), escorted by an English speaking guide and/or tour manager for some or all of your journey. (Some exceptions, including special promotional packaged, may accommodate up to 24.) More of these packages Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout
Departures	February – December 2024	Group Size	16 travelers max
Themes	Active, History & Culture, Grand Tours, Nature & Wildlife
Activity Level	Recreational
What to Expect	This moderately-paced, escorted South Africa tour includes a reasonable amount of walking or hiking and requires an average level of physical fitness. This tour also includes long scenic drives between destinations and may have limited rest stops. Travel safely and confidently with our new health & safety protocols.
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Explore deeper into South Africa on our comprehensive Best of South Africa small group escorted tour. Begin your tour by visiting majestic Victoria Falls. Then, travel to cosmopolitan Johannesburg, South Africa's largest metropolis, also know as "Egoli" or City of Gold. Head north to begin your safari in Karongwe Private Game Reserve, where you'll embark on a late morning bush walk with an experienced ranger. Continue your game viewing in Kruger National Park, one of the world's oldest and most famous game reserves. Rest assured, you'll have ample opportunities to spot the Big 5! Finally, end your tour in scenic Cape Town, exploring the city's vibrant neighborhoods, storied past and incredible cuisine; then look down on it all from the top of Table Mountain. Your ticket is pre-purchased, so you won't spend hours waiting in line to buy one.

Package includes

Flights
Coach
Transfers
Hotel
Meals
Guides

Round-trip flights from New York via wide-bodied jet service, including taxes & fees
Flights, ground transportation and transfers within South Africa
13 nights in superior first class and deluxe hotels
22 meals: 13 breakfasts, 4 lunches, & 5 dinners, including welcome and farewell dinners with wine
Professional English-speaking tour directors
Comprehensive touring program and safaris, including entrance fees

Optional add-ons

Flights from other cities are available. Request pricing when making your reservation.
Optional excursion to Chobe National Park, Botswana.

Why you'll love it

Visit South Africa's largest and most populous city, Johannesburg, and learn about the country’s poignant past at the Apartheid Museum.
Experience a close-up look at daily life in the bustling neighborhood of Soweto.
Come face-to-face with lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, buffalo and more during 2 game drives and a bush walk in Karongwe Private Game Reserve and a full-day game drive in Kruger National Park.
Enjoy the jaw-dropping view of the Blyde River Canyon, one of the world's largest canyons, during your drive along the astonishing Panorama Route.
Bask in the scenic and historic highlights of beautiful Cape Town, including a trip to Table Mountain by cable car.
Explore Cape Point including Hout Bay, Boulders Beach and Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.
Standing in the presence of the majestic Victoria Falls, surround yourself with the thunderous roar of the powerful water and the constant mist rising above.
Cruise along the Zambezi River and marvel at the stunning African sunset.

Itinerary at a Glance

Best of South Africa with Victoria Falls map

1 Depart USA
2 Arrive Johannesburg
3 Johannesburg
4 Johannesburg & Karongwe Private Game Reserve
5 Karongwe Private Game Reserve
6 Karongwe Private Game Reserve & Kruger National Park 2023
6 Karongwe Private Game Reserve & Kruger National Park 2024
7 Kruger National Park 2023
7 Kruger National Park 2024
8 Kruger National Park & Cape Town
9 Cape Town
10 Cape Point & Cape Town
11 Cape Town
Optional Excursion: Half Day Stellenbosch Winelands
12 Victoria Falls
13 Victoria Falls
14 Victoria Falls
Optional Excursion: Chobe National Park, Botswana, $210
15 Depart Zimbabwe

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Departs U.S.: Thu, Oct 19, 2023 Finishes: Thu, Nov 2, 2023 Oct 19 – Nov 2	$7199	–	–	Departed
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If you want a few extra days to explore on your own, we may be able to arrange for you to stay later than the scheduled dates, including extra hotel nights and separate airport transfers, for an additional charge. Ask us about prices and availability when (or after) you book. More information Want to extend your trip?

Options & Fees

Best of South Africa with Victoria Falls
Rooming selection
Double Occupancy	included
Single Occupancy
Oct 19, 2023; Oct 26, 2023	$1099
Nov 9, 2023; Dec 7, 2023	$1149
All other dates	$949
Optional Excursions¹
Full Day Chobe National Park excursion with lunch²	$210

1. Minimum of 2 passengers is required.

2. Requires a passport and double or multiple-entry Zimbabwe visa.

Separately Paid Fees
Zimbabwe (Victoria Falls) Visa Fee¹ (paid separately)	$30

1. Paid locally for US passport holders. $30 for single-entry, $45 for double-entry. Excursions to Zambia or Botswana require a double-entry.

OPTIONAL AIRPORT TRANSFER FOR TOUR ONLY PASSENGERS
Arrival Transfer: Johannesburg airport to hotel¹	$50

1. NOTE: Price based on a minimum of two passengers

So that we can offer you the best deals, our packages are, like most hotels and cruises, priced based on double occupancy rooms or cabins. We charge solo travelers an extra fee to cover the extra costs of single occupancy rooms or cabins. (Consider: if you booked a $200/night hotel room solo, you would pay the $200 yourself; but if a couple booked the same room, each one would pay only $100.) But you only pay extra for the rooms or cabins, nothing else, including meals, sightseeing, tips, etc. Why are single rooms more?

Flights & Departure Cities

Departure Airports
Newark (EWR)	included

This package includes round-trip flights from the city listed above.

Want to fly from another city? We can arrange flights from most major cities. Ask us for a quote for flights from your preferred city when (or after) you book, and we'll get back to you with the price and availability within 3 business days. Of course, you can also book your own flights. More information

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Depart USA

Depart New York on your overnight flight for Johannesburg, South Africa

Day 2 Arrive Johannesburg

Arrive in Johannesburg, South Africa meet your guide and transfer to your hotel
This evening, meet your fellow travelers at a welcome dinner

Sandton Sun or similar Dinner

Full Day Itinerary

Arrive today in Johannesburg, South Africa's largest and most populous city. Upon arrival at OR Tambo International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. En route, enjoy a panoramic orientation tour of this cosmopolitan city, affectionately referred to as "Jo'Burg" or "Jozi" by the locals. Check in at your hotel and enjoy the balance of the day at leisure.

This evening, get to know your fellow travelers during a welcome dinner with wine.

Day 3 Johannesburg

See what daily life is like in the Soweto neighborhood
Learn more about the rise and fall of apartheid at the Apartheid Museum
Visit Maboneng district

Sandton Sun or similar Breakfast

Full Day Itinerary

This morning, embark on a fascinating tour to Soweto (short for Southwestern Township), a sprawling metropolis on the outskirts of Johannesburg, for a close-up look at daily life in this bustling neighborhood, the most prominent black urban settlement in Africa and the center of political campaigns aimed at the overthrow of the apartheid state. On the way, drive through the residential suburb of Rivonia, continue past the Hector Pieterson Memorial, Regina Mundi Church, where many secret underground meetings took place, and the former residence of Nobel Peace Prize Winner, Nelson Mandela.

Later, visit the Apartheid Museum for an in-depth historical look at the system of extreme racial segregation that plagued South Africa from 1948 until 1994, when it was finally dismantled. Later, visit the Maboneng district, an innovative urban neighborhood filled with urban art galleries, chic restaurants, and unique office spaces for creative, like-minded people.

Return to your hotel in the late afternoon.

Day 4 Johannesburg & Karongwe Private Game Reserve

Depart for Karongwe Private Game Reserve
Afternoon game drive in the Karongwe Private Game Reserve

Shiduli Private Game Lodge or similar Breakfast & dinner

Full Day Itinerary

Depart Johannesburg this morning for a scenic drive to your lodge in the Karongwe Private Game Reserve. The Reserve teems with an abundance of game, wildlife, and diverse vegetation. After check-in, you'll have some time to freshen up before an afternoon game drive. Return to the lodge in time for dinner.

Day 5 Karongwe Private Game Reserve

Early morning game drive in open safari vehicles
Bush walk with an experienced local ranger

Shiduli Private Game Lodge or similar Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Full Day Itinerary

After an early morning wake-up call and a fresh cup of coffee or tea served with rusks, a traditional South African biscuit, head out in open safari vehicles for your African bush game drive. Search for the Big Five - lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo - and some of the smaller fascinating creatures such as chameleons, scrub hare, and more. Return to the lodge for a full breakfast.

Later, set off on foot for a bush walk with your experienced ranger, who will teach you some bush skills such as animal tracking as well as bird and plant identification. Return to your lodge to relax and enjoy the facilities.

Day 6 Karongwe Private Game Reserve & Kruger National Park 2023

Drive along the awe inspiring Panorama Route
Stop at Graskop Gorge and take the lift to the forest below
View the spectacular Blyde River Canyon
Arrive this afternoon in Kruger National Park

Kruger Gate Hotel or similar Breakfast & lunch

Full Day Itinerary

After breakfast, relax on a scenic journey through the Limpopo province. Stop for breathtaking views of rolling mountains, verdant valleys, the Three Rondavels, Bourke's Luck Potholes, and God's Window. Next, stop at Graskop Gorge, and descend 51 meters along the face of the gorge into the forest below. Wooden walkways and suspension bridges meander along a 600-meter trail through the indigenous forest with interactive exhibits. Later, view the Blyde River Canyon, one of the world's largest canyons. En route, enjoy lunch at the ever-popular Harries Pancakes.

Continue to your hotel, located just outside the Kruger National Park. On arrival, check in at your hotel, and take some time to relax in the beautiful surroundings.

Day 6 Karongwe Private Game Reserve & Kruger National Park 2024

Drive along the awe inspiring Panorama Route
Stop at Graskop Gorge and take the lift to the forest below
View the spectacular Blyde River Canyon

Angels View Hotel Breakfast & lunch

Full Day Itinerary

After breakfast, relax on a scenic journey through the Limpopo province. Stop for breathtaking views of rolling mountains, verdant valleys, the Three Rondavels, Bourke's Luck Potholes, and God's Window. Next, stop at Graskop Gorge, and descend 51 meters along the face of the gorge into the forest below. Wooden walkways and suspension bridges meander along a 600-meter trail through the indigenous forest with interactive exhibits. Later, view the Blyde River Canyon, one of the world's largest canyons. En route, enjoy lunch at the ever-popular Harries Pancakes.

Continue to your hotel. On arrival, check in at your hotel, and take some time to relax in the beautiful surroundings.

Day 7 Kruger National Park 2023

Full day game drive in open 4x4 safari vehicles in Kruger National Park
Special Boma Dinner

Kruger Gate Hotel or similar Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Full Day Itinerary

After an early morning wake-up call, depart for an exciting full-day safari in open 4x4 safari vehicles into the Kruger National Park, one of the world's most famous game reserves. You'll see the ever-present impala and be on the lookout for wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, and many other types of antelopes.

This evening, enjoy a special Boma Dinner.

Day 7 Kruger National Park 2024

Full day game drive in open 4x4 safari vehicles in Kruger National Park

Angels View Hotel or similar Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Full Day Itinerary

After an early morning wake-up call, depart for an exciting full-day safari in open 4x4 safari vehicles into the Kruger National Park, one of the world's most famous game reserves. You'll see the ever-present impala and be on the lookout for wildebeest, zebras, giraffes, and many other types of antelopes.

Day 8 Kruger National Park & Cape Town

Transfer to the airport in Johannesburg
Afternoon flight to Cape Town
Balance of evening at leisure

The Capital 15 on Orange or similar Breakfast

Full Day Itinerary

After breakfast, leave the bush behind as you transfer to the airport in Johannesburg for your flight to Cape Town, a beautiful jewel nestled between stunning Table Mountain and a dramatic coastline. Cape Town is a modern, bustling, and vibrant city boasting gorgeous scenery, fabulous restaurants, hotels, and beaches, bursting with history and culture. Upon arrival at Cape Town's airport, you will be transferred to your centrally located hotel.

Enjoy the remainder of the evening at leisure.

Day 9 Cape Town

Witness the scenic and historic highlights of Cape Town on a half day panoramic city tour
Weather permitting, ascend by cable car to the top of Table Mountain
Get hands-on and create your own bead and wire art souvenir

The Capital 15 on Orange or similar Breakfast

Full Day Itinerary

This morning, enjoy a panoramic tour of Cape Town showcasing this vibrant city's scenic and historical highlights. Weather permitting, travel by cable car to the top of Table Mountain, Cape Town's most striking landmark and recently announced as one of the world's New Seven Wonders of Nature.

(If the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway is closed due to maintenance or inclement weather, visit Signal Hill instead)

Continue through the Malay Quarter (Bo-Kaap). Lined with brightly colored houses and decorative mosques, this historic neighborhood was founded by formerly enslaved people from Malaysia, whose Islamic culture gives the area a distinct character and contributes to Cape Town's rich cultural diversity. The final stop on your tour is the lively Cape Town Waterfront, where numerous restaurants and entertainment options abound.

Visit Streetwires, an artists' collective and social enterprise that recruits unemployed people and trains them as wire and bead artists. Established in 2000, Streetwires began with the idea that something as dynamic and imaginative as wire art should have a supportive and sustainable business structure to boost the craft. Watch master artists at their craft, and then spend some time with them learning how to create two of your bead and wire art keychains.

Spend the rest of the afternoon leisurely to become better acquainted with Cape Town.

Day 10 Cape Point & Cape Town

Full day excursion to Cape Point National Park including a cruise along Hout Bay
Visit Boulders Beach and see the African jackass penguins
Afternoon tour of Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
Remainder of the day at leisure

The Capital 15 on Orange or similar Breakfast & lunch

Full Day Itinerary

A full-day excursion to Cape Point National Park begins this morning with a cruise along Hout Bay, where you'll see the seals of Duiker Island. Enter the nature reserve that covers the southern part of the Peninsula, and drive through the unique scenery towards Cape Point. Travel by funicular railway to Cape Point, where you can take in stunning views of the Cape of Good Hope.

After lunch, make a brief stop to visit the African jackass penguins at Boulders Beach, and then continue to the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, where you'll have a magnificent display of indigenous South African flora. Return to your hotel late this afternoon and spend the remainder of the day at leisure.

Day 11 Cape Town

Last day to explore Cape Town at leisure
Join an optional excursion to Stellenbosch Winelands
Enjoy a dinner and drum performance

The Capital 15 on Orange or similar Breakfast & dinner

Full Day Itinerary

Last day to explore Cape Town at leisure.

Optional Excursion: Half Day Stellenbosch Winelands

This afternoon, depart to glorious Stellenbosch, in the heart of the Cape Winelands. Take a leisurely drive through this beautiful, world-renowned region before venturing into the wine-making process in a fascinating cellar tour with wine tasting. Then explore the region's fine art galleries, architecture, history, and quaint shops.

Purchased locally.

Day 12 Victoria Falls

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Victoria Falls
Meet your local guide, and transfer to your hotel
Remainder of the day at leisure

Victoria Falls Safari Club Breakfast

Full Day Itinerary

Today, fly to Victoria Falls. You'll soon discover why this UNESCO World Heritage Site is considered one of the greatest natural wonders—and the world's largest curtain of falling water!

Check into your award-winning resort, located high on a plateau bordering the Zambezi National Park. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure at one of the hotel swimming pools or game-viewing platforms. Elephants, buffalo, and other wild animals often graze on hotel lawns.

Day 13 Victoria Falls

Guided tour of Victoria Falls
Sunset cruise on the Zambezi River

Victoria Falls Safari Club Breakfast

Full Day Itinerary

Your exploration of the falls begins with a guided tour of the Zimbabwe side. Located at the border of Zimbabwe and Zambia, Victoria Falls consists of numerous falls separated by islands in the river below. The Zambezi River spills more than 2 million gallons per second over the Bakota Gorge, casting multiple rainbows and resulting in an awe-inspiring display of raw power unrivaled by other natural wonders. The tremendous roar of the water and the ever-present cloud of spray give the falls their local moniker, "Smoke that Thunders."

Later today, have the opportunity to witness a breathtaking sunset while enjoying a cruise along the Zambezi River. Be on the lookout for hippos, monkeys, elephants, and crocodiles that frequent the waters and the surrounding areas.

Day 14 Victoria Falls

Day at leisure or partake in an optional full day excursion to Chobe National Park.

Victoria Falls Safari Club Breakfast

Full Day Itinerary

Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore this magnificent natural wonder on your own. Wander along the well-marked trails through the rainforest that wind up to and around the falls. The trails allow for excellent picture-taking from various vantage points (be sure to protect your camera if it's not waterproof). There is a wide range of optional excursions available locally on a request basis, including game drives, walking safaris, bungee jumping, and more. We recommend the full-day tour of Chobe National Park in Botswana.

Optional Excursion: Chobe National Park, Botswana, $210

Take advantage of an optional full-day excursion to the Chobe National Park in Botswana, renowned for its large elephant population. Begin the day with a safari boat cruise on the Chobe River. Afterward, enjoy lunch at the Chobe Game Lodge and end the day with an afternoon game drive in an open vehicle.

This excursion requires a passport and a double-entry Zimbabwe visa.

Minimum of 2 passengers is required.

Day 15 Depart Zimbabwe

Transfer to the airport for your overnight return flight home via Johannesburg
Your memorable South African adventure ends as you touch down tomorrow morning in New York

Breakfast

Hotels

Sandton Sun

Deluxe

The Sandton Sun is comfortable, distinguished, stylish, and conveniently located in the heart of Sandton, an affluent suburb of Johannesburg, South Africa. The Sandton Sun seamlessly integrates into the Sandton City Shopping Centre Diamond Walk, where you can shop for global brands such as Gucci, Bulgari, and Louis Vuitton. In addition, the nearby Nelson Mandela Square is close to the hotel.

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Shiduli Private Game Lodge

First Class

Shiduli Private Game Lodge is located in a magnificent game reserve, home to a wide spectrum of wildlife, including over 350 species of birds, the “Big Five," cheetahs and hippos. During downtime, dream away the hot midday hours around the natural swimming pool or enjoy a cocktail at the authentic African Bar. We recommend sipping sundowners at a waterhole while watching the spectacular African sunset—an experience not to be missed!

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Kruger Gate Hotel

First Class

The Kruger Gate Hotel is set on the Sabi River and offers a variety of pampering comforts set within the remarkable natural wonders of the African wild. Situated less than a mile from the Paul Kruger Gate of Kruger National Park, this hotel provides an ideal location to experience wildlife first hand while enjoying all of the luxurious amenities.

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Angels View Hotel

First Class

Angels View is an elegantly designed hotel atop the Drakensberg escarpment at the entrance of the route to Graskop, Mpumalanga, in South Africa. The estate boasts one-hundred-hectare and blends natural high-altitude fauna and spectacular lush greenery. Capturing the essence of the Khoza family's legacy, this unique destination offers an eclectic combination of accommodation styles, sweeping lounges, and terraces that allow you to gaze across the breathtaking panoramic views and enjoy the crisp mountain air.

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The Capital 15 on Orange

Deluxe

The luxurious Capital 15 on Orange, Autograph Collection, is situated at the foot of Table Mountain and Signal Hill in the upmarket Gardens suburb. The stylish hotel is a few miles away from Cape Town Waterfront. The hotel is nearby many of Cape Town’s top attractions, food destinations, historical hot spots, galleries, and boutiques.

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Victoria Falls Safari Club

Deluxe

Situated high on a plateau which forms a natural boundary to the Zambezi National Park, the Victoria Falls Safari Club is located within the magnificent grounds of the Victoria Falls Safari Lodge. The Club enjoys uninterrupted views, spectacular Africa sunsets, and private waterhole with an abundance of game, and is just four kilometers from the majestic Victoria Falls.

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