Victoria Falls to Joburg - 12 Days

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SMALL GROUP LODGE SAFARI: Travel from Victoria Falls to Johannesburg on this 12-day lodge accommodated safari. There's time to visit the spectacular Victoria Falls before crossing in Botswana to spot an abundance of wildlife in Chobe National Park and watch the sunset over the Makgadikgadi Pans. Then it's onto South Africa to view Kaoxa Bushman paintings, see...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Victoria Falls - Spend two nights in this charming town with free time to view the spectacular Victoria Falls and enjoy optional activities
    • Chobe National Park - Spot wildlife on a morning game drive and a game viewing cruise on the Chobe River. Look out for crocodiles and enjoy a magical sunset
    • Makgadikgadi Salt Pans - Watch the sunset over the desolate lake bed and spot the wildlife which calls the area home
    • Mapungubwe National Park - Take a morning walk to view the Kaoxa Bushman paintings and enjoy a sunset game drive
    • Blyde River Canyon - Journey along the famous Panorama Route and stop to enjoy the view over this picturesque canyon, which stretches for 26km
    • Kruger National Park - Go in search of the Big Five on game drives in South Africa's most diverse national park
    • Johannesburg - end your safari in the South African metropolis and opt to extend your stay to explore the city

What's this trip about?

    SMALL GROUP LODGE SAFARI: Travel from Victoria Falls to Johannesburg on this 12-day lodge accommodated safari. There's time to visit the spectacular Victoria Falls before crossing in Botswana to spot an abundance of wildlife in Chobe National Park and watch the sunset over the Makgadikgadi Pans. Then it's onto South Africa to view Kaoxa Bushman paintings, see the spectacular Blyde River Canyon and search for the Big Five on game drives in Kruger National Park.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 15 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityVictoria Falls
End CityJohannesburg

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

Attractions

  • Chobe National Park
  • Johannesburg
  • Kruger National Park

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 15

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 15

Trip includes

    • 11 breakfasts and 6 dinners
    • 11 nights mid-range (3-4 star) lodges, hotels, and chalets with ensuite facilities
    • Arrival transfer from Vic Falls Airport on day 1
    • Departure transfer to Johannesburg Airport on day 12
    • Chobe National Park - morning game drive in an open 4x4 vehicles and afternoon Chobe River game viewing cruise
    • Makgadikgadi Pans excursion
    • Mapungubwe National Park - Kaoxa Bushman paintings and sunset game drive
    • Panorama Route excursion
    • Kruger National Park - full day game drive and a late afternoon game drive in 4x4 safari vehicle
    • Park entrance fees
    • Transportation in a 16-seater Mercedes Sprinter vehicle (with comfortable reclining seats, air-conditioning, USB ports and sliding windows)
    • Escorted by a licensed African tour guide, who is also your driver

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Victoria Falls

Upon arrival at Victoria Falls Airport, you'll be met and transferred to our hotel in the town of Victoria Falls. There is a pre departure meeting in the hotel foyer at 6pm. The rest of today is free for you to explore the town independently.

Day : 2 Free day in Victoria Falls

Today is free to spend at leisure. Be sure to visit the spectacular Victoria Falls (park entrance not included). which is without doubt one of the most spectacular sights in Africa! You can also browse the local markets for soapstone sculptures and enjoy a range of e...

Day : 3-4 Chobe National Park

Victoria Falls - Kasane (Botswana). We cross into Botswana on day 3 and travel to our lodge on the banks of the Chobe River. The rest of the day is free to relax by the pool and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Look out for warthogs scurrying around the grounds! C...

Day : 5 Nata Region

Kasane - Nata Region. Today we travel to the Nata Region and visit the Makgadikgadi Pans. Situated North-East of Botswana, Makhadikgadi Pans is one of the largest salt flats in the world, extending from the Boteti River in the west to the Ntwetwe Pan in the East. Here we take in the beautiful sunset over the remains of an ancient 6500km2 lake.

Day : 6 Musina

Nata - Mapesu Private Game Reserve (South Africa). We travel through Botswana today and cross the Limpopo River into South Africa. We spend the next two nights at a lodge in Mapesu Private Game Reserve on the border of Mapungubwe National Park. Mapungubwe National Pa...

Day : 7 Mapungubwe National Park

We take a scenic morning walk to view the remarkably well-preserved Kaoxa Bushman paintings today and in the afternoon enjoy a sunset game drive in Mapungubwe National Park. Look out for wildlife in the park and take in spectacular views over the Baobab laden landscape.

Day : 8 Kruger National Park

Mapesu Private Game Reserve - Hazyview. We travel south today, along the beautiful Panorama Route to Kruger National Park. On our journey we visit Bourkes Luck Potholes and see the beautiful Blyde River Canyon, one of South Africa’s remarkable natural sights. The cany...

Day : 9-10 Kruger National Park

Kruger is the largest game reserve in South Africa and it's home to the Big Five, as well as numerous other species of fauna and flora. On day 9 we have an exciting full day game drive inside the park in open 4x4 vehicles, going in search of the Big Five. The foll...

Day : 11 Johannesburg

Hazyview - Johannnesburg. We travel to Johannesburg today, South Africa's biggest city and capital of its inland. Upon arrival spend the remains of the day at leisure.

Day : 12 Johannesburg

Our incredible adventure comes to an end after breakfast. A departure transfer to O.R Tambo International Airport is included.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,295
Price per day$191
Last Updated: 1/6/2025
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18 May 2025
29 May 2025
$3,645
21 Jun 2025
02 Jul 2025
$3,645
18 Jul 2025
29 Jul 2025
$3,855
31 Aug 2025
11 Sep 2025
$3,855
27 Sep 2025
08 Oct 2025
$3,855
01 Nov 2025
12 Nov 2025
$3,855

All departures are guaranteed with a minimum of 4 persons. This safari has a maximum group size of 16. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. The 'Single' price is applicable to all solo travellers, or if your booking party cannot reach the minimum of 2 persons in a room. Single Rooms can also be booked by any other person wanting the comfort and privacy of their own room.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights and visas
    • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
    • Optional activities
    • Victoria Falls NP entrance fee
    • Local payment - USD250pp, to be paid on arrival

Accommodation

Mid range lodges
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Average age 40s - 70s but flexible age policy. Minimum age 10.If travelling with children parents need to be aware of the very long driving days (distances noted in the trip notes). Rooms for families - one child up to 17 yrs old can share a room with 2 adults. We have child rates for 12 and under. Children 13 + pay full price.     IMPORTANT: South Africa and Botswana regulations aimed at fighting child trafficking:'All parents travelling with children into or out of SA and/or Botswana may be asked to show the child’s unabridged (full) birth certificate, and where only one parent is accompanying, parental or legal consent for the child to travel (eg an affidavit from the other parent, a court order or – if applicable – a death certificate). Tell pax they must contact the South African High Commission, South African Department of Home Affairs and/or the Botswana High Commission for the most up to date information.
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