Begin in the award-winning city of Cape Town, where mountain meets ocean. Journey into the Greater Kruger for Big 5 game drives in the African bush. Then fly to the thundering Victoria Falls — one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. This 9-day itinerary captures the very best of Southern Africa in a perfectly balanced journey of city, bush, and wonder.
Arrive at Cape Town International Airport and transfer to your handpicked hotel nestled at the foot of Table Mountain. The afternoon is yours to soak in the atmosphere of one of the world's most beautiful cities — perhaps a stroll along the V&A Waterfront or a sundowner overlooking the Atlantic.
A half-day guided tour through the award-winning city — from the colourful Bo-Kaap to the historic Company's Garden. The afternoon is at your leisure to explore Cape Town's vibrant food scene, boutique shops, or the cable car ride up Table Mountain for panoramic views.
→ Guided city tour
→ Table Mountain cable car (optional)
→ V&A Waterfront
A full-day journey along one of the most scenic coastal roads in the world. Wind through Chapman's Peak Drive, meet the penguins at Boulders Beach, and stand at the legendary Cape of Good Hope — the breathtaking southwestern tip of Africa.
→ Chapman's Peak Drive
→ Boulders Beach penguins
→ Cape of Good Hope
→ Kirstenbosch Gardens (optional)
Transfer to the airport for your flight to the Greater Kruger area. Upon arrival, a scheduled road transfer brings you to your private game lodge in the heart of Big 5 country. Settle in and prepare for your first evening game drive as the African sun sets over the bushveld.
Two full days searching for the Big 5 — lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo. Early morning and late afternoon game drives with expert rangers who know every track, waterhole, and animal behaviour. Between drives, relax at your lodge, enjoy a bush lunch, or take a guided bush walk.
→ Morning & afternoon game drives
→ Big 5 wildlife viewing
→ Bush walk with armed ranger
→ Sundowner in the bush
After a final morning game drive, transfer back to OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. Optional overnight in Johannesburg before continuing your journey to Victoria Falls.
Arrive at Victoria Falls Airport and transfer to your lodge. In the evening, enjoy an intimate sunset cruise along the Zambezi River — watching hippos surface and the African sky turn gold as one of the Seven Natural Wonders thunders in the background.
→ Zambezi River sunset cruise
→ Hippo & crocodile spotting
→ Sundowner on the river
A guided tour of the mighty Victoria Falls — feel the spray on your face as 500 million litres of water per minute plunge into the gorge below. The afternoon is at leisure for optional adventures: the historic Victoria Falls bridge tour, bungee jumping for the brave, or a helicopter flight over the falls for the ultimate perspective.
→ Guided Falls tour
→ Bridge tour & bungee jumping
→ Helicopter "Flight of Angels"
→ Victoria Falls craft market
Clean, comfortable lodges and boutique hotels with warm hospitality and authentic African character. Perfect for travellers who value quality and excellent value.
Kruger: Private game lodge · 3 nights
Victoria Falls: Safari lodge · 2 nights
Premium lodges and boutique hotels offering exceptional comfort, unique experiences, and the finest hospitality. For travellers who appreciate luxury in every detail.
Kruger: Exclusive private game lodge · 3 nights
Victoria Falls: Premium safari lodge · 2 nights
Fall deeply in love with the bush and savour the game experience in Kruger National Park — where every sunrise brings new encounters and every sundowner tells a different story.
Extend your stay in Zimbabwe and visit Hwange National Park for an exclusive and up-close wildlife experience — home to one of Africa's largest elephant populations.
This itinerary can be fully customised to your travel dates, preferences, and budget. Contact Doris and her team to start planning your 9-day Southern Africa adventure.
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