South Africa · February 23 - March 6 2025

South Africa and Zimbabwe in 12 Days: Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, Cape Town, and Victoria Falls!

Experience an unparalleled “bucket list” adventure filled with breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and unique cultural experiences.

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SouthAfricaandZimbabwein12days

Overview

Join us for a remarkable 12-day journey through some of the most breathtaking and diverse landscapes in Southern Africa! Our adventure begins in Johannesburg, a city that blends rich historical heritage with cutting-edge modern architecture. As we explore this vibrant city, you'll taste its unique character and cultural richness. Deposit Due Date = November 1, 2024 Next, we'll venture into the wild heart of South Africa with exhilarating game drives in Kruger National Park. This iconic wildlife sanctuary offers a chance to see the Big Five and a plethora of other species in their natural habitat. Our overnight stay in the park's rustic lodges will bring you closer to nature, providing an authentic safari experience. Our journey continues to Cape Town, where you'll fall in love with its stunning beaches, dramatic coastlines, and the majestic Table Mountain. Explore the city's diverse attractions, from the bustling V&A Waterfront to the serene Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. We'll also take a Cape Town Hop-On Hop-Off Tour, giving you the flexibility to explore at your own pace. A highlight of our stay here is the Table Mountain Cableway, offering panoramic views that will leave you in awe. No trip to Southern Africa would be complete without witnessing the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya, or "the smoke that thunders," these falls are one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. You'll have the chance to get up close to this powerful natural spectacle! Highlights: - 4+ star hotels - Daily Breakfast and Four Dinners - 4x4 Jeep Safari and Overnight in Kruger National Park:** Experience the thrill of a safari and stay overnight in one of the world's most famous wildlife reserves. - Show and Dinner at Cape Town’s Gold Restaurant: - Cape Town Hop-On Hop-Off Tour & Table Mountain Cableway. - Victoria Falls Excursion - Travel Insurance from IMG (International Medical Group) is included. Optional Add-Ons: - Cape Winelands Tour - Our group dinner at Gold Restaurant Bonus Option: Cape Town Pride and Mardi Gras: On March 1, 2025, you can attend the vibrant Cape Town Pride and Mardi Gras, a celebration of diversity and inclusion in the “Mother City.”

Highlights

Cape Town Real Estate Discovery Tour!

Cape Town Real Estate Discovery Tour!

With the launch of the ctreig.com: Cape Town Real Estate Investment Group (CTREIG), we offer the chance to discover investment opportunities in "The Mother City"! From the areas surrounding the new Amazon Africa HQ campus in Salt River to a carefully restored historical building in the Central Business District, this is your chance to be part of something extraordinary!

Schedule

Land in Johannesburg and admire its mixture of both historic and ultra-modern architecture. Get to know the wild side of South Africa as you enjoy exciting game drives in Kruger National Park. Fall in love with Cape Town, home to beautiful beaches, rugged coastlines and the iconic Table Mountain. Finally, experience the mighty Victoria Falls, a masterpiece of nature, in Zimbabwe.

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Johannesburg

February 23: Arrival in Johannesburg

Arrive in Johannesburg and transfer to the hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure exploring the city and its diverse and vibrant neighbourhoods. Tuck into the vibrant food scene and pop-up eateries.

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Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

PanoramaRoute

Johannesburg - Mpumalanga - Kruger National Park

February 24: Johannesburg - Mpumalanga - Kruger National Park

Fall in love with the stunning landscapes as you drive along the iconic Panorama Route, headed for one of the world's largest and most incredible nature reserves. Arrive and transfer to the hotel for check-in. Dinner and overnight stay in Kruger National Park.

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Breakfast

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Kruger National Park

February 25-26: 4x4 Game Drives at Kruger National Park

Enjoy breakfast on the go as you begin the day early on a sunrise safari! Head to the southern area of South Africa's most famous game reserve, the iconic Southern Circle, renowned for observing lions and rhinos. Around midday, stop for lunch (not included) at a designated vehicle rest stop that has a restaurant.

In the afternoon, discover the amazing diversity of animals in one of the world’s largest reserves, on a game drive through Kruger National Park. End your day with a well-deserved dinner and rest.

*Optional Full-Day Safari in Kruger National Park: Set off on an unforgettable excursion to explore the wilds of Kruger! Look out for the Big 5 as you take a slow drive through the national park. Home to elephants, buffalos, giraffes, impalas, zebras and, of course, lions, you’ve got a great chance to see various species up close. Packed lunch included.

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Breakfast

Dinner

Lunch on 2/26

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Lunch on 2/25

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Johannesburg - Cape Town

February 27: Transfer to Johannesburg and Cape Town

Breakfast at the hotel. It’s time to head back to civilization today to continue with your South African experience. Transfer by road* back to Johannesburg, stopping to see the exterior of the Union Buildings in Pretoria, the official headquarters of the South African government.

Arrive in Johannesburg and transfer to the airport to catch a flight to Cape Town. This vibrant and picturesque city, located at the southwestern tip of South Africa, is known for its stunning natural beauty, diverse cultures, and rich history.

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Breakfast

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Lunch

Dinner

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Cape Town

February 27-March 3: Cape Town

Enjoy the hop-on-hop-off bus ticket in Cape Town. It’s the best way to see the city independently as you decide when to hop on and when to hop off the bus! With over 30 possible stops, pick your favorite attractions and move about the city at your own pace.

In the afternoon, take the Cableway and visit Table Mountain to behold one of Africa’s most breathtaking views. Enjoy incredible sights across the city, coastline, and surrounding landscapes.

*Optional Day Tour - Cape Winelands: Set off into the lush winelands outside of Cape Town and visit the wine producers in Stellenbosch. Enjoy a mix of wine tastings, stunning scenery, cultural experiences, and an exclusive cellar tour.

*Optional Day Tour - Cape Town Real Estate Discovery:  With the launch of the ctreig.com: Cape Town Real Estate Investment Group (CTREIG), we offer the chance to discover investment opportunities in "The Mother City"! From the areas surrounding the new Amazon Africa HQ campus in Salt River to a carefully restored historical building in the Central Business District, this is your chance to be part of something extraordinary! 

*Optional Day Tour - Cape Peninsula: Enjoy the delights of Cape Peninsula, including Clifton, Camps Bay, Llandudno, and the amazing Twelve Apostles. Pass through Noordhoek and observe local ostriches before visiting the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Cape Point. Fall in love with the penguin colony, Boulder's Beach, and see Simons Town and Muizenberg Beach.

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Breakfast

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Lunch

Dinner

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Victoria Falls

March 3-5: Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls, also known as "Mosi-oa-Tunya" ('the smoke that thunders') by locals, is aptly named for the awe-inspiring sight and sound it creates. Arrive and transfer to the hotel. 

OPTIONAL TOURS:
- Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River.

- Flight of the Angels Helicopter Experience (13 Minutes): To put the Victoria Falls into a true perspective, they must really be seen from the air. The sheer size and grandeur of the spectacle become all the more clearer from above. The huge Zambezi River flowing slowly south as the water across the full width of a great rent in the earth before crashing over the lip in a burst of spray and then squeezing into a narrow, foaming, blast of water rushing down the zigzag funnel of the gorges. To book: inquire @ requests@bagtravel.net, Subject Line: "Victoria Copter Request."

Guided Tour of the Falls (Zambia and Zimbabwe): A guided tour of the falls enables you to delve into the local customs and traditions while gaining insight into how such an exquisite creation came to be. An aura of excitement envelopes everyone who lays eyes on this incredible spectacle and guided tours are conducted from both Zambia and Zimbabwe sides.

Chobe National Park: known for its large herds of elephants and wandering prides of lions. Cruise along the Chobe River, and spot the local game before enjoying lunch at a safari lodge. Take in the spectacular landscapes and wildlife before returning to Zimbabwe for an overnight stay.

Important: You will need to take your passport and Botswana visa with you on this trip to cross the border.

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Breakfast

Flyout

March 6: Depart for Home

Depart for home from Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)

What's included

What's Included

4-star hotel accommodations

All transfers and transportation if traveling with the group are private, deluxe, air-conditioned coaches and English-speaking guide.

Hotel Porterage

Local taxes on accommodation and sightseeing tours, based on current rates

Arrival Meet and Greet Guide

Meals as listed on the itinerary

Guided Tours and Admissions per the itinerary

11 breakfasts and 3 dinners.

Entrance Fees as indicated in the itinerary

to Victoria Falls (economy class)

Safari in Kruger National Park.

TRAVEL INSURANCE (required) from IMG

Gratuities to Restaurant Staff and Hotel Porters

Tip and Gratuity Increase in local tax rates

Personal items

Visas and Transfers + their handling fees

Early room check-in; late room check-out

Meals that are not listed in the itinerary

Hotel/Report Incidental and Damages Charges

Miscellaneous fees, i.e., individual transfers; passports, extra hotel charges (mini bar, spa, gym, etc.); airline seat selection, laundry, meals not listed in the itinerary, beverages at meals, and baggage fees

Travel Protection - strongly recommended for any trip. You may request a quote upon check-out.

Supplemental Travel Insurance

Accommodation

Double Occupancy

Double Occupancy

Select bed type before checkout: (1) queen/double or two twin. Adults 18+ only.

FROM$3,500.00/pp

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Single Occupancy

Single Occupancy

Queen or double bed. Adults 18+ only.

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Trip Tips

Buy the KAZA UNIVISA for easy transfers between Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Botswana.

Buy the KAZA UNIVISA for easy transfers between Zimbabwe, Zambia, and Botswana.

If you have booked any of the optional activities in Victoria Falls, it is not necessary to purchase a visa for Zambia, Zimbabwe and Botswana. Instead, you can buy the KAZA UNIVISA which grants multiple entries into any of the three countries. The price is 50 USD and it can be purchased on arrival at Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA).

This is not a fully guided tour.

This is not a fully guided tour.

This is not a fully guided tour. You will be accompanied by a guide during the Kruger National Park safari only and during any optional excursions if you choose to take them.

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DAY TOUR OPTION: Cape Winelands Tasting Tour

DAY TOUR OPTION: Cape Winelands Tasting Tour

Experience the delicious taste of Stellencosch’s award winning selection of red and white wines as you sip them paired with a delectable variety of cheeses to complement before embarking on a cellar tour of another wine estate....
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DAY TOUR OPTION: Safari in Kruger National Park

DAY TOUR OPTION: Safari in Kruger National Park

Enjoy a full-day safari in South Africa's most famous game reserve. Take your chance to observe local wildlife in their native habitat....
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DAY TOUR OPTION: Chobe National Park Day Trip

DAY TOUR OPTION: Chobe National Park Day Trip

Drive south across the Zimbabwe/Botswana border and continue to Chobe National Park in northern Botswana for an all-day game viewing drive. You will need to obtain a double-entry visa on arrival at Victoria Falls....
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DAY TOUR OPTION: Guided Tour of Victoria Falls

DAY TOUR OPTION: Guided Tour of Victoria Falls

Welcome to Mosi-oa-Tunya ("the smoke that thunders")! Discover how the Falls were formed and what local customs and traditions surround them. These tours are extremely informative and end with a visit to the local art and crafts centre. Witness both sides: Zambia and Zimbabwe....
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DAY TOUR OPTION: Cape Peninsula Day Excursion

DAY TOUR OPTION: Cape Peninsula Day Excursion

Gaze in awe at this paradise of natural beauty, vineyards and coastal seal and penguin colonies as you become familiar with Cape Peninsula’s top sites, including Clifton, Camps Bay, Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and more....
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DAY TOUR OPTION: Sunset Launch Cruise on the Zambezi River

DAY TOUR OPTION: Sunset Launch Cruise on the Zambezi River

In the evening, you will be transferred to the jetty to enjoy a Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River, which includes drinks and snacks on board. Look out for local wildlife and enjoy the scenic cruise....
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Courtyard Hotel Sandton (or similar)

Courtyard Hotel Sandton (or similar)

Excellent hotel right in the middle of Johannesburg’s trendy and upscale Sandton neighborhood!

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Stille Woning Guest House (or similar)

Stille Woning Guest House (or similar)

Near Kruger National Park, Stille Woning is a sleek and modern boutique hotel set among lush gardens.

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Bantry Bay Suite Hotel (or similar)

Bantry Bay Suite Hotel (or similar)

Highly-rated hotel situated in a dreamy, picturesque spot between V&A Waterfront and Camps Bay.

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Batonka Guest Lodge (or similar)

Batonka Guest Lodge (or similar)

Luxury resort located in a convenient, yet tranquil location near Victoria Falls.   

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