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Best of Kruger & Victoria Falls

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Price on request
Duration
9 days
Countries
Zimbabwe, South Africa
Activity
easy

The adventure

Immerse yourself in the best that South Africa and Zimbabwe have to offer in one exciting adventure. Photograph elephants, lions, giraffe, and zebra while on safari in Kruger National Park. Taste local fare at a traditional South African braai. Then fly to Zimbabwe to marvel at Victoria Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

At a glance

Duration
9 days
Route
Johannesburg → Victoria Falls
Countries
Zimbabwe, South Africa
Activity level
easy
Style
Culture & History, National Parks & Wilderness, Wildlife & Safari
Group size
Ask
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
Welcome

Where you'll go

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Day by day

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

Zimbabwe & South Africa

Day 1Arrival dayArrivalArrive at any time. Transfer to hotel. Enjoy a traditional South African braai (barbecue) welcome dinner.
Arrive at any time. Transfer to hotel. Enjoy a traditional South African braai (barbecue) welcome dinner.
Day 2Enjoy a scenic drive along the famed Panorama…
Enjoy a scenic drive along the famed Panorama Route with stops at Blyde River Canyon, Bourke's Luck Potholes, and God's Window. Continue to our tented camp located near the Kruger National Park and this evening enjoy a delicious South African dinner in the boma.
Day 3Enjoy a full-day wildlife safari drive through Kruger…
Enjoy a full-day wildlife safari drive through Kruger National Park in an open vehicle. Take in views of the abundant wildlife including elephants, lions, and giraffe. In the late afternoon, return to the lodge where you can relax on the deck with views of the surrounding area.
Day 4Continue on to a private nature reserve…For the next two days, enjoy ranger-led morning and evening wildlife safari drives in an open safari vehicle in Karongwe Nature Reserve. Search for buffaloes, elephants, leopards, lions, and rhinos – Africa's famed Big Five. With over 9,000 hectares (22,240 acres) of supreme African bushveld, Karongwe Private Game Reserve is home to many creatures, and our safari drives provide several opportunities for wildlife viewing. We use various accommodations within the reserve (the location is based on availability). During your time here, you will either stay in lodge rooms or very comfortable permanent tents (both of equal quality and with similar amenities).
For the next two days, enjoy ranger-led morning and evening wildlife safari drives in an open safari vehicle in Karongwe Nature Reserve. Search for buffaloes, elephants, leopards, lions, and rhinos – Africa's famed Big Five. With over 9,000 hectares (22,240 acres) of supreme African bushveld, Karongwe Private Game Reserve is home to many creatures, and our safari drives provide several opportunities for wildlife viewing. We use various accommodations within the reserve (the location is based on availability). During your time here, you will either stay in lodge rooms or very comfortable permanent tents (both of equal quality and with similar amenities).
Day 5Enjoy early morning and afternoon safari drives…Wake up before the sun (around 5am) and sip your morning coffee before heading out on a morning wildlife safari drive. Return to the lodge for a bite to eat and some leisure time. Converse on the deck, walk the grounds and gardens, and enjoy high tea. Following tea, it's time for a late afternoon safari drive.
Wake up before the sun (around 5am) and sip your morning coffee before heading out on a morning wildlife safari drive. Return to the lodge for a bite to eat and some leisure time. Converse on the deck, walk the grounds and gardens, and enjoy high tea. Following tea, it's time for a late afternoon safari drive.
Day 6After one last wildlife safari drive
After one last wildlife safari drive, head back to the city. In the evening, enjoy dinner at our local guest house.
Day 7Catch a flight to the town of Victoria…Victoria Falls
A stunning view of a waterfall cascading surrounded by dense forest.Victoria Falls
Catch a flight to the town of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Visit a nearby village and go grocery shopping in the bustling market. Then sit down with a local family for dinner, helping your hosts prepare a traditional Zimbabwean meal using the ingredients you picked out, and hear stories about local life and culture.
Map showing Victoria Falls
Day 8Set out for a tour of magnificent Victoria Falls
Stunning view of Victoria Falls cascading with vibrant energy, surrounded by lush greenery.Victoria Falls
Set out for a tour of magnificent Victoria Falls. Scottish explorer David Livingstone named them after Britain’s Queen Victoria, while their older, indigenous name is Mosi-oa-Tunya—“the smoke that thunders.”
Map showing Victoria Falls
Day 9Departure dayDepartureDepart at any time.
Depart at any time.

Discover Zimbabwe

A glimpse of the destination you'll explore.

Aerial view of lush, rocky hills in Zimbabwe under a cloudy sky, showcasing natural beauty.
Breathtaking aerial view of Victoria Falls surrounded by lush greenery during summer day.
Aerial view of a tranquil river in Shurugwi, Zimbabwe with people on the riverbank.
A motorcyclist rides through a picturesque dirt road in a rural savannah landscape.
Breathtaking photo of Victoria Falls surrounded by lush greenery under a clear sky.
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