South Africa Escape with Victoria Falls

Welcome to your Cape Town to Victoria Falls tour! Starting in South Africa’s beautiful “Mother City”, meet up with your tour leader and group at the hotel. Then, set off on a city tour. Drive through District Six and Signal Hill, visit the Company’s Gardens and more. Tonight, enjoy a braai (BBQ) and African drumming experience at a local winery.

Enjoy a free day to spend as you wish in Cape Town. Alternatively, join the unmissable Cape Peninsula Day Trip! This excursion includes visits to Cape Point (where stunning views await), Boulders Beach (home to an African Penguin colony), and lunch in Kalk Bay. End the trip at the V&A Waterfront for plenty of entertainment, shopping and dining options!

Leaving Cape Town after breakfast this morning, head to the gorgeous Cape Winelands. Arrive in Stellenbosch, a town famous for its university, Cape Dutch architecture and world-class wine. Visit a local winery for lunch and get a taste of this region’s renowned wines. Afterwards, drive to Hermanus. Look forward to a free evening in this charming coastal hamlet.

This morning, join the Spirit of Hermanus optional excursion. Visit an abalone farm and enjoy a beer and food pairing at a popular eatery. Next stop is Swellendam, a quaint town known for its Cape Dutch church and natural scenery. Finally, arrive in Mossel Bay and head to tonight’s accommodation. Enjoy an included hotel dinner.

Today, a safari adventure awaits! Head to Botlierskop Private Game Reserve to spot incredible wildlife such as rhinos, lions and giraffes. Afterwards, visit the vibrant Knysna waterfront for lunch. The rest of the day is free to join the Monkeyland or Birds of Eden optional excursions to experience even more spectacular local wildlife. Enjoy an included dinner this evening.

Experience the expansive beauty of the Tsitsikamma forest. Wander along rivers, gorges, mountains and greenery. Join an optional tree-top canopy tour or embark on the Woodcutters trail drive. Afterwards, discover the Storms River Mouth. Dare to cross the 77-metre long Storms River suspension bridge, and admire picturesque coastal views while enjoying free time for lunch.

Admire awe-inspiring views as you travel along Route 62, an area framed by the Kouga and Tsitsikamma Mountains. Arrive Oudtshoorn, the world’s ostrich capital. Tour a working ostrich farm and learn more about these fascinating birds before sitting down for a three-course lunch. Later, visit the spellbinding Cango Caves! Enjoy an included buffet dinner at the hotel tonight.

Travelling back to Cape Town, make two stops in the Cape Winelands. First, visit a winery in Robertson for an included lunch. Then, enjoy a cheese and wine tasting in Paarl. Arrive back in Cape Town this evening. Make the most of your final evening in this captivating city and visit one of the city’s many buzzing restaurants or bars.

Early this morning, the tour makes its way to the airport. Hop on an included flight to Johannesburg. Upon arrival, travel to the province of Mpumalanga, home to the Kruger National Park - one of the world’s top safari destinations. Tonight’s accommodation is located in the southern region of the Kruger National Park. Enjoy dinner with your fellow travellers tonight.

Enjoy a full-day game drive through the Kruger National Park! Keep an eye out for spectacular wildlife, including cheetahs, wild dogs, leopards, elephants and rhinos in their natural habitat. Later, travel to your safari lodge/hotel in the park’s central region. Cool off with a refreshing swim and sip a sundowner before sitting down to tonight’s included dinner.

Continue your Kruger Park adventure today! Choose to join a safari in open vehicles, guided by expert local wildlife trackers. A full-day safari offers the chance to explore top game viewing spots, pausing at waterholes and rest camps along the way. This evening, sit down to a delicious included dinner served in true African style.

Today, take your pick of a full-day, half-day or sunset safari for more unforgettable wildlife moments. As the sun sets over the savanna, spot animals in the magical golden hour glow. Tonight, savour your final dinner in the African bush. Gather around the campfire to share safari tales and toast with a glass of Amarula, a beloved South African liqueur.

Take a scenic journey along the Panorama Route through Mpumalanga’s breathtaking landscapes. Start at the Three Rondawels lookout for jaw-dropping views over the Blyde River Canyon. You may even spot Mozambique in the distance! Then, visit Bourke’s Luck Potholes, where swirling waters have carved striking rock formations and plunge pools. Return to Johannesburg and enjoy dinner at the hotel.

Get ready for a whole new adventure today as the group makes its way to Zimbabwe. Catch an included flight to Victoria Falls - home to one of the World’s 7 Natural Wonders! Settle in for the next three nights and soak up the beauty, adventure and warm hospitality of this UNESCO-protected region.

Start the day with a locally-guided morning tour of Victoria Falls! Wander through the dazzling rainforest and marvel at the 'Smoke That Thunders' (Mosi-oa-Tunya), the biggest falls in the world. Later, take the optional ‘Flight of the Angels’ helicopter ride for unparalleled views! In the afternoon, embark on a sunset Zambezi River cruise. Spot incredible wildlife like crocodiles and hippos.

Today is free to enjoy as you wish! Relax at the lodge or explore Victoria Falls with handy hourly shuttles. To discover another country, join the optional Chobe Day Trip in Botswana. This full-day adventure includes a game drive, lunch, and a river cruise in the expansive Chobe National Park, home to incredible wildlife and stunning scenery.

Enjoy one last breakfast with the group while taking in Victoria Falls’ extraordinary scenery. Later, head to the airport for an included flight back to Johannesburg where the tour will come to an end. Choose to stay on and explore Johannesburg or head onwards to your next destination. Expat Explore hopes to see you on tour again soon!