Operated by G Adventures

Active South Africa: Victoria Falls to Cape Town

From

CAD 5,019

Duration

10 days

Countries

Zimbabwe, Namibia, South Africa

Activity

moderate

The adventure

Take one epic continent — Africa — and turn the adventure dial all the way up. This 10-day thrill ride from Vic Falls to Cape Town is packed with heart-pounding moments. Start with a bush walk in Vic Falls National Park, then gear up for a fat-tire bike ride through Namibia’s ancient desert dunes. When you hit Cape Town, don’t just gaze up at Table Mountain — strap in and abseil down its iconic cliffs! From biking to hiking, kayaking to abseiling, this trip crams in all the adrenaline you can handle.

At a glance

Duration

10 days

Route

Victoria Falls → Cape Town

Countries

Zimbabwe, Namibia, South Africa

Activity level

moderate

Style

Active & Multi-Sport, Beach & Islands, Culture & History, Cycling, Multi-Country / Grand Tour, National Parks & Wilderness, Trekking & Hiking, Wildlife & Safari

Group size

Ask

Flights

Not included

Solo travellers

Welcome

Where you'll go

Day by day

Beautiful river scene with mist, vibrant greenery, and clear blue sky.

Your journey through

Zimbabwe

Day 1Upon arrival to Victoria Falls

A stunning view of a waterfall cascading surrounded by dense forest.

Victoria Falls

Upon arrival to Victoria Falls, please make your own way to the joining hotel and enjoy a welcome meeting at 4:30pm before an optional group dinner. You can choose to eat in town or at the lodge.

Day 2Discover Victoria Falls this morning on a captivating…

Victoria Falls

Discover Victoria Falls this morning on a captivating bike tour led by knowledgeable local guides. Have lunch at a cafe perched on the banks of Batoka Gorge, offering a spectacular dining backdrop overlooking the falls. Spend the remainder of the afternoon exploring on your own. Available optional activities range from ziplining and bungee jumping, to a helicopter ride.

Day 3Depart on a morning walking safari through Zambezi…Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls

Depart on a morning walking safari through Zambezi National Park. You’ll drive to a suitable walking area in the park and then search for wildlife along the scenic trails through the unique flora and ecosystems of the Victoria Falls region. Return back to the lodge for lunch on your own and then spend another free afternoon partaking in various adventurous activities offered in the area.

Day 4Take advantage of a final free morning…Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls

Take advantage of a final free morning in Victoria Falls. Choose to pre-book the Bamba Tram for a 90-minute ride in a vintage-style tram through the national park, or rise earlier for a sunrise cruise. In the early afternoon transfer to the airport and board a flight to Windhoek. Arrive at your centrally located accommodations in the town, and spend time enjoying the property’s grounds and amenities. Dinner tonight is included at the restaurant.

Day 5After breakfast

After breakfast, travel by private vehicle from Windhoek to Swakopmund, Namibia's most adventurous city on the coast. Spend the afternoon exploring on your own and choose from a wide variety of optional activities available.

Day 6The adventure today begins with a Fat Bike…

The adventure today begins with a Fat Bike Living Desert experience in which you will ride with a local guide through the delicate ecosystems leaving minimal impact on this important natural area due to the type of bike being used. Travel through Swakopmund, the nearby riverbed, and the dunes along the beach. Spend the afternoon on your own and choose another available optional activity like maybe skydiving or paragliding over the unforgettable landscape.

Day 7In the morning travel to Walvis Bay Waterfront…

In the morning travel to Walvis Bay Waterfront and embark on a 4x4 transfer to the embarkation point of the kayaking excursion to Pelican Point. Get up close and observe resident wildlife like birds and seals in their natural habitats, and view Swakopmund from a whole new angle on the water. In the evening, choose to join your CEO and fellow travelers for dinner.

A breathtaking view of Cape Town's cityscape with the iconic Table Mountain in the backdrop during sunset.

Your journey through

South Africa

Day 8After breakfastCape Town

Cape Town

After breakfast, transfer to the airport and fly from Swakopmund to Cape Town. Arrive to the hotel in the late afternoon and get settled before an included group dinner.

Day 9Soak up this thrilling day in Cape Town…

Cape Town

Soak up this thrilling day in Cape Town and experience the adrenaline rush of abseiling down the cliff face of iconic Table Mountain. After breakfast the group will ride a cable car up to the top of the mountain and enjoy the views of Robben Island, Lions Head, The Twelve Apostles and Camps Bay in the deep blue Atlantic. Head back to Cape Town in the early afternoon and spend the rest of the day and evening exploring on your own. From neighbourhood walks to lighthouse hikes, there are so many ways to get to know this incredible city.

Day 10Departure dayDepartureDepart at any time.

Depart at any time.