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Wonders of Southern Africa Safari 10 Day Safari is a customized itinerary, consisting of 10 Days/9 Nights in Southern Africa.

Upon arrival in South Africa, spend the first night in the Johannesburg Airport area to rest after your international flight.

Fly to Hoedspruit for your unforgettable safari experience in a Private Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger Park area for 3 nights. Game viewing here is fantastic and this lovely lodge will enhance your experience in this beautiful area of South Africa.

Next, fly to Cape Town, the “Mother City” of South Africa, where you will spend 3 nights. Some highlights during your stay in Cape Town are taking the cable car up Table Mountain, visiting a local wine estate, visiting the most south-western point of the African Continent, and seeing the African Penguins at Boulders Beach. 

Fly to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe to spend 2 nights. Visit the spectacular Victoria Falls. Experience a sunset dinner cruise on the Zambezi River, visit the Elephant Sanctuary and more.

This truly will be a memorable trip of a lifetime!

  • South Africa
  • Zimbabwe

FOR GROUND PORTIONS ONLY:
(No flights included in the below pricing)

Southern Africa: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, & South Africa

  • Luxury room at Karongwe River Lodge
    • US$4990.00 – per person sharing
    • US$6160.00per single occupancy
  • Executive room at Karongwe River Lodge
    • US$5090.00 – per person sharing
    • US$6290.00 – per single occupancy
  • Presidential Suite at Karongwe River Lodge
    • US$5160.00 per person sharing
    • US$6390.00 per single occupancy

Price INCLUDES

  • A Ntaba African Safari guide traveling with the group throughout the the entire itinerary. 
  • Accommodation as per itinerary.
  • Meals as per itinerary (B=Breakfast/L=Lunch/D=Dinner).
  • Entrance fees as per activities on itinerary.
  • Activities as per itinerary.
  • Transfers and ground transportation mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Game activities as per itinerary.
  • Baggage Handling.

 

Price EXCLUDES

  • All airline tickets and applicable airport fees and taxes – WILL BE QUOTED SEPARATELY!
  • Extra Entrance fees to tourist attractions, activities or attractions not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Any other tours or tourist entrance fees not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Extra transport or transfers, taxi fares, after hours’ transport.
  • Extra optional activities while in the game reserves.
  • Visa for Zimbabwe (obtainable upon entry into Zimbabwe – US$30.00 per person for US Passport holders, subject to change. Travelers carrying other than a US Passport – visa costs vary by country).
  • Personal, Medical and Travel Insurance.
  • Individual Tips or gratuities.
  • All costs of a personal nature: Telephone calls, bar bills, drinks, room service, laundry, refreshments, snacks, curios, gifts, etc. unless otherwise stated as included in the daily itinerary.
  • All levy/fee increases (Conservation, Bed, gate etc..) Ntaba reserves the right to pass along these increases from quoted costs if they occur.

PLEASE NOTE:

  • The above pricing is subject to change should there be a significant change in the exchange rate.
  • The above pricing is based on a minimum of 14 travelers in the group and is subject to change should the group size be less than 14 travelers. 
  • The above pricing is based on estimated 2026 rates as they are not currently published.
  • Pricing may be adjusted once the actual 2026 rates are available.

Zimbabwe ETA & Visa Application:

  • The link below is for the Zimbabwe Electronic Travel Authorization and your Zimbabwe Visa Application. ALL passengers are required to complete the online form within 1 month to 3 days prior to arrival in Zimbabwe.
    Please click on the link below or copy it into your browser and complete the requested information:
    • https://www.evisa.gov.zw/
      Please refer to the Documents tab of this itinerary for additional Zimbabwe Online ETA & Visa Application instructions.

TRAVELING WITH CHILDREN UNDER 18 YEARS OLD
** PLEASE NOTE ** Parents traveling to South Africa and/or Botswana and/or Namibia and/or Zambia with children under the age of 18 must carry with them an unabridged birth certificate (a birth certificate that has both mother’s and father’s name on it) or certified copy thereof for each child.
This applies even when both parents are traveling with their children.
If only 1 parent is traveling with the minor child, an additional requirement of a certified affidavit letter from any non-travelling parent allowing the minor child to travel with the other parent or another adult is required. This should include both the child and adult’s passport information and travel plans.
If only one parent appears on the birth certificate, and the child is traveling with the parent then no affidavit is required.
In the case of a parent having sole custody of a child, then original or certified copies of the court document is required.
In the case of a death of one parent, then an original or certified copy of the death certificate is required.

IMPORTANT NOTES:
Your passport must be valid for more than 6 months past the end of your trip and must have 2 blank pages available per country for travel to Africa.
You must carry with you the credit card used to purchase your flights when you travel to Africa.

A NOTE ON FLIGHTS:
No flights are included in the above quote ground pricing.

Ntaba African Safaris can assist in securing the Intra-Africa flights needed for this itinerary.
A one-time non-refundable service fee of $50.00 per person will be applied for the Intra-Africa flight booking.
International flight bookings will be your responsibility.

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Heather Froslid
25 May 2025
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Thank you for making this once in a lifetime trip more than we hopped for!
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Ann Morin
29 April 2025
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Ntaba was wonderful to work with, they helped me plan a custom private tour for my clients who were thrilled with the results. I was especially impressed when things went wrong, the client accidentally left her passport on the transfer vehicle when arriving in South Africa at 11:30pm. I was able to get a hold of team members at Ntaba and within 12 hours she had it back in her possession! That is a great support system you can count on!
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Mari Fecke
22 April 2025
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As a travel advisor, I’ve worked with Ntaba African Safaris to plan several safaris for my clients, and I can’t recommend them highly enough. Their professionalism and organization are top-notch—every itinerary is thoughtfully designed, and logistics are always seamless. The team is incredibly responsive and always available to answer questions or jump on a Zoom call, which makes the planning process smooth and stress-free. My clients consistently rave about their experiences, describing their safaris as “the trip of a lifetime.” The overwhelmingly positive feedback and repeat bookings speak volumes. If you want a safari planning partner who is reliable, communicative, and truly cares about delivering exceptional experiences, Ntaba is the best choice!
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Joseph Hill
22 April 2025
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Ntaba knows how to take you to Africa because they are natives to South Africa. Their passion for Africa shines through, not just because it's their business, but because it's their home. You can tell the owners and the guides have a true passion for sharing their home with others. They've established incredible relationships with the local businesses, tour vendors, and locals to the point, it seemed everywhere we went, our group leader was greeted with either a big smile, a hug, handshake or all of the above. I felt we were in good hands because of this. I would trust them with my Africa travel any day because it's their home and because of the incredible network of relationships they've established in each of their destinations.
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Sandy Gateau
20 April 2025
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Best trip ever. The service was wonderful and the guides and trackers did a fantastic job finding the big five and so many others. Highly recommend and would love to visit again.
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Rebecca Bailey
18 April 2025
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We had an amazing time in South Africa and Zimbabwe with Ntaba African Safaris. The itinerary was well planned in that it offered a variety of experiences in each place, and the time we had in each place was ample enough to enjoy each experience. Visiting Africa has been a lifeline bucket list item and I am so thankful to Ntaba for making it a truly amazing experience.
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toni mcintyre
18 April 2025
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Stella and her staff were absolutely fantastic in arranging our first African Safari. Their attention to detail was superb and our resulting experience was even better. Starting in Johannesburg with a wonderful boutique hotel then on to Victoria Falls, Savute Safari Lodge, Camp Okavango, then Camp Moremi, our memories will last a lifetime. Each step was carefully orchestrated with each Camp’s staffs fully briefed and prepared for our arrival. We saw tons of animals and made lifelong friends with other travelers from around the world. Great experience. I would encourage everyone to go at least once and ANTABA African Safaris is a great provider. Jim & Toni McIntyre
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Laura Clawson
16 April 2025
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The itinerary, the local guides, the wildlife, and the amazing new friends made, were all fantastic. The experiences were positively life changing. The sunrises and sunsets were stunning. My daughter and I experienced what we know was the trip of lifetime, and we are grateful. If you are thinking about a trip to Africa, stop thinking and do it!
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sylvia galainena
16 April 2025
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Amazing experience, amazing guides! Life changing, surpassed anything I imagined and I have spent a life time dreaming of going to Africa! Thank you Des, Ntaba and Jeannie for making a dream come true! And to my African explorers that made it so special.
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Karen LaSala
16 April 2025
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Traveling to a foreign country for the first time can be intimidating. That’s why it’s so important to be guided by an expert, such as Ntaba African Safaris. From the itinerary of curated experiences to the sharing of knowledge of the area and the culture, they lead us on a wonderful journey that we will remember for the rest of our lives. Robin and Des are great ambassadors for this amazing country.
  • Countries visitedSouth Africa, Zimbabwe
  • DestinationsJohannesburg - 1 night
    Karongwe Private Game Reserve - 3 nights
    Cape Town - 3 nights
    Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) - 2 nights
    Overnight Travel - 1 night
  • Dates11 - 21 October 2026 (10 Days / 9 Nights)
  • CostFOR GROUND PORTION ONLY (No flights included - quoted separately):
    US$4,990.00 per person sharing on Double Occupancy
    From US$6,160.00 per person on Single Occupancy

Your Journey, Day by Day:

Day 1: Johannesburg

Upon arrival at the Johannesburg International Airport, go through passport control, collect your luggage and proceed through customs. Walk toward the exit and through the glass sliding doors into the atrium where you will be met by your Ntaba guide holding a name board. Your Ntaba guide will walk with you to the City Lodge O.R. Tambo Hotel which is conveniently located next to the airport. Check in for 1 night on a Bed & Breakfast basis. Dinner is on your own account.

Days 2 – 4: Karongwe Private Game Reserve

After breakfast and check out, walk to the airport terminal to check in for your flight to Hoedspruit in the Greater Kruger Park. Upon arrival at the Hoedspruit Airport, be met and transferred to the Karongwe River Lodge in the Karongwe Private Game Reserve. Check into your room for 3 nights. Enjoy lunch and your first game drive that afternoon. You will have the chance to see the Big 5 – elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard.

A typical day in the Game Reserve:

 

Each morning, expect an early wake-up call. Gather for refreshments before heading out at first light. The “big cats” may still be around after their night of hunting. Game drives are conducted in open game vehicles with your skilled ranger and tracker to find the animals of Africa for you to admire. Between your morning and afternoon game drives, have some free time to relax or be treated at the Spa. Late afternoon, convene for high tea, before departing for the day’s second African Bush Safari. Enjoy a sundowner drink along the way, get out of the vehicle to stretch your legs, and watch the sunset. Return to the lodge for dinner.

Days 5–7: Discovering Cape Town
Day 5 – Arrival in Cape Town
After your morning game drive and breakfast, check out and be transferred to the airport to check in for your flight to Cape Town. Upon arrival at the Cape Town International Airport, be met at Arrivals by a representative with a name board and transferred to your hotel in Cape Town, the Portswood Hotel, conveniently located on the famous Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.
Check into your standard room for 3 nights on a Bed & Breakfast basis.
 
Day 6 – Table Mountain, City Tour, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens & Wine Tasting

After breakfast, with your private driver/guide, visit Table Mountain via the Cable Car (weather permitting), the World’s new Seventh Wonder, or visit Signal Hill (if weather does not allow visit to Table Mountain’s summit). Visit The Diamond Works for a diamond cutting demonstration. You will also find exquisitely unique hand-crafted jewelry pieces, authentic African craft, décor and gift items. Take a City Tour and see some of the places of interest in South Africa’s “Mother City” before proceeding to the Groot Constantia Wine Estate, (or similar) for lunch and wine tasting of some of their locally-grown wines. 

Next, visit Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy this beautiful garden and the diverse selection of local plants and flowers. At the exit of the garden is a gift shop worth browsing through.

Return to your hotel for a free evening. Spend some time at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront for shopping and other attractions. 
Dinner is on your own account.

Day 7 – Cape Peninsula Exploration

After breakfast, depart from your hotel with your private driver/guide. Travel along the beautiful coast to Hout Bay and along the spectacular Chapman’s Peak Drive. Visit Cape Point, the most south-western point of the African Continent. Walk to the top of the mountain and enjoy the beautiful view of the ocean and the surrounding area. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant overlooking False Bay. After lunch visit the local African Penguin Colony at Boulders Beach.

On your way back to town, stop in Simonstown, South Africa’s Naval Base, to visit the statue of “Just Nuisance” and hear the story about this legend.

Your guide will drop you off at your hotel. Enjoy a free evening, with dinner on your own account.

Days 8: Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

After breakfast, check out and be transferred to the Cape Town International Airport to check in for your flight to Victoria Falls. This is an international flight, so the check-in time is 3 hours prior to departure. Be sure to have your $30.00 in cash to pay for your single-entry Zimbabwe visa when you arrive at the Victoria Falls Airport. Go through passport control, collect your luggage and proceed through Customs. Be met at the airport by a representative with a name board and transferred to the Waterfalls Lodge to check into your Rainforest room for 2 nights. You can order a light lunch at the Lodge (on your own account).

Late this afternoon be transferred to the Zambezi River for an unforgettable luxury Sunset Dinner Cruise on the Malachite vessel. Enjoy the abundant wildlife and the beautiful sunset scenes. A three-course meal and drinks are served along the way.

Return to the lodge around 8:30 pm.

**The day and order of activities in Victoria Falls may change based on availability when confirming.

Day 9: Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

Enjoy breakfast at the lodge. After breakfast be transferred to the Wild Horizons Elephant Sanctuary for an opportunity to interact with the elephants that live there! Guests will venture into the bush to spend time and walk with the elephants. Witness the special relationship the staff shares with the elephants and become a part of it. You will have the opportunity to take photographs with the elephants and feed them treats! After the encounter with these amazing creatures you will be offered a selection of hot and cold canapés and drinks including local beers, wines, soft drinks, water, coffee and tea.

Take a guided walking tour of the spectacular Victoria Falls. 

After your tour of the Falls, transfer to the Lookout Cafe for lunch (the meal is included; drinks are on your own account). You can also participate in some optional activities on your own account, such as the gorge swing or the Flying Fox.

Visit the local craft market for shopping. Return to your lodge.

Have dinner at the lodge.

Day 10: Overnight Travel

After breakfast, check out and be transferred to the Victoria Falls Airport for your flight to Johannesburg.
Upon arrival in Johannesburg at the O.R. Tambo International Airport, check in for your flight back home, arriving back home the following day.

Day 11: End of Itinerary

Start planning your custom-made safari to Southern Africa

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