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This is a scheduled itinerary consisting of 10 days and 9 nights in Southern Africa, requiring two travel days and nights.
Upon arrival in South Africa, spend the first night in the Johannesburg Airport area to rest after your international flight.
Begin your journey by flying to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, to spend 2 nights. Visit the spectacular Victoria Falls. Experience a sunset dinner cruise on the Zambezi River and more.
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 southwestern point of the African Continent, and seeing the African Penguins at Boulders Beach.
Finally, fly to Hoedspruit for your unforgettable safari experience in a Private Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger National 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.
This truly will be a memorable trip of a lifetime!
FOR GROUND PORTIONS ONLY:
(No flights included in the below pricing)
Southern Africa: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, & South Africa:
US$4,450.00 per person sharing
US$5,430.00 per single occupancy
Price Includes
• A Ntaba guide traveling with the group throughout the entire itinerary
• Accommodation as per itinerary
• Meals as per itinerary (B=Breakfast/L=Lunch/D=Dinner)
• Entrance fees as per activities on the itinerary
• Activities as per itinerary
• Transfers and ground transportation mentioned in the itinerary
• Game activities as per itinerary
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)
• 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
• Baggage Handling
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 12 travelers in the group and is subject to change should the group size be less than 12 travelers. The above pricing is based on estimated 2025 rates as they are not currently published. Pricing may be adjusted once the actual 2025 rates are available.
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 Inter Africa flights needed for this itinerary.
A one-time non-refundable service fee of $50.00 per person will be applied for the Inter Africa flight booking.
International flight bookings will be your responsibility.
Overnight USA to Africa
Upon arrival at Johannesburg Airport, proceed through passport control, collect your luggage, and then go through customs. You will be met by your escort and then walk to the City Lodge O.R. Tambo Hotel, which is conveniently located next to the airport. Check into your standard rooms for one night on a Bed and breakfast basis.
After breakfast, check out and walk to the airport to check in for Airlink Flight 4Z 494, departing Johannesburg at 11:35 AM for Victoria Falls. As this is an international flight, arrive 3 hours prior, and have $30 USD cash ready for your Zimbabwe visa upon arrival at 1:30 PM.
After clearing customs, you’ll be met and transferred to Insika Lodge to check into your luxury room for a 2-night stay.
Late afternoon, enjoy a luxury Sunset Dinner Cruise on the Zambezi River aboard the Malachite vessel. Spot wildlife, soak in the scenery, and enjoy a three-course dinner with drinks. Return to the lodge around 8:30 PM.
The next morning, enjoy breakfast before heading out to tour the spectacular Victoria Falls. Afterwards, browse the local craft market for souvenirs and handmade goods.
Next, visit the Wild Horizons Elephant Sanctuary for an unforgettable encounter. Learn about the elephants’ history and conservation, then meet them at the wallow deck, where you’ll have the chance to pet, feed, and photograph these gentle giants. Cap off the experience with canapés and drinks, including local wines, beers, and soft beverages.
You’ll then be transferred to the Lookout Café for lunch (included; drinks on your own account), with the option to try adrenaline activities such as the Gorge Swing or Flying Fox (optional, at own cost).
Return to the lodge to relax before your evening transfer to The Boma – Dinner & Drum Show. Enjoy a festive evening of traditional food, music, and entertainment, then return to the lodge for overnight.
Day 5 – Arrival in Cape Town
After breakfast, transfer to Victoria Falls Airport and check in for Airlink Flight 4Z 391, departing at 1:25 PM for Cape Town. Upon arrival at 4:30 PM, clear passport control and customs. Meet your driver and transfer to the Portswood Hotel, located on the iconic Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Check into your standard room for a 3-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. Enjoy a free evening with dinner at your own expense.
Day 6 – Table Mountain, City Tour & Wine Tasting
After breakfast, set off with your private driver/guide to ascend Table Mountain by cable car (weather permitting), or visit Signal Hill as an alternative.
Continue to The Diamond Works for a diamond-cutting demonstration and browse fine jewelry and handcrafted local items. Then, enjoy a city tour, visiting sights like the colorful Bo-Kaap district.
Head to Groot Constantia Wine Estate for lunch, wine tasting, and a cellar tour. In the afternoon, explore Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to a stunning array of indigenous plants.
Return to your hotel and enjoy a free evening at the V&A Waterfront.
Day 7 – Cape Peninsula Exploration
After breakfast, travel along the scenic coast to Hout Bay and the spectacular Chapman’s Peak Drive. Visit Cape Point, the southwestern tip of the African continent, and enjoy panoramic ocean views from the top.
Continue to Boulders Beach to see the charming African penguin colony. Then, enjoy lunch at a seaside restaurant overlooking False Bay.
Return to your hotel for a relaxed evening.
After an early breakfast, your driver will pick you up from your hotel to transfer you to Cape Town Airport. Check-in for Airlink Flight 4Z 657 departing at 10:30 am for Hoedspruit in the Greater Kruger Park. Upon arrival at the Hoedspruit Airport at 1:00 pm, be met and transferred to the Shiduli Private Game Lodge in the Karongwe Private Game Reserve. Check into your luxury 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, who will help you find the animals of Africa 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, step out of the vehicle to stretch your legs, and take in the sunset. Return to the lodge for dinner.
After your morning game drive and breakfast, check out and be transferred to the Hoedspruit Airport to check in for Airlink Flight 4Z 874, departing at 2:30 pm for Johannesburg. Arrive in Johannesburg at 3:30 p.m. and connect with your overnight flight to the United States.
Arrive back in the U.S.A.
Welcome Home!
