South Africa & Zimbabwe Discovery: Kruger to Victoria Falls
South Africa & Zimbabwe Discovery: Kruger to Victoria Falls
10 Days Starting in Johannesburg, South Africa and ending in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Visiting: Johannesburg, Greater Kruger Area, Kruger National Park, Victoria Falls
Tour operator:
Tour code:
26395
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 18
Age range:
12-
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through South Africa and Zimbabwe with the "South Africa & Zimbabwe Discovery: Kruger to Victoria Falls" tour. Experience the thrill of spotting wildlife on safari drives in Kruger National Park and enjoy an intimate bush walk for a closer look at the local fauna. Visit the Jane Goodall Institute Chimpanzee Eden and witness the majestic Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders. Delight in cultural experiences, including a traditional Zimbabwean meal with the Lusumpuko Women’s Club and a captivating performance at the Simunye Theatrical Show. Travel comfortably with a mix of flights, private vehicles, and safari drives, and stay in a blend of hotels, tented camps, and lodges for a truly immersive adventure.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Johannesburg
Location: Johannesburg
Accommodation Name: Onomo Johannesburg Sandton Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Arrive at any time. After an early evening welcome meeting, enjoy an included Braai dinner to get our first taste of South African fare.
ACTIVITY: AFTERNOON Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
ACTIVITY: Enjoy a spread of grilled meats, vegetables, homemade salads, and the opportunity to taste some of the South African flavours after your welcome meeting.
Day 2: Johannesburg/Greater Kruger Area
Location: Johannesburg, Greater Kruger Area
Accommodation Name: Awelani Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Depart Johannesburg early to get a jump start on today's long drive. An included lunch along the way will break up the drive and give you a chance to stretch your legs. Arrive to your lodge accommodations in the late afternoon, just in time to freshen up for dinner with the group.
TRANSPORT: Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle on the way to the Greater Kruger Area and your accommodation for the night at the Awelani Conservancy.
Day 3: Greater Kruger Area
Location: Kruger National Park
Accommodation Name: Awelani Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Wake up bright and early today for an included bush walk. Take this opportunity to get up close and personal with the incredible nature that surrounds you. Enjoy a picnic lunch after the walk and then a few hours of well earned rest back at the lodge. In the later afternoon set off on a safari drive to the wildlife in Kruger National Park.
ACTIVITY: MORNING There are many ways to experience the African soil, but doing it on foot is one of the most exciting ways to immerse yourself in the Great Kruger area. Follow an expert guide into the bush. The area is surrounded with Baobab trees and other plants and bushes endemic to the area. This is a great place to visit for any avid birdwatchers.
ACTIVITY: AFTERNOON Hop in a 4x4 safari vehicle and get yourself one step closer to the surrounding nature. Be ready to spot large herds of elephant roaming in the area as well as groups of buffalo, antelope, hyena, and more.
Day 4: Kruger National Park Area
Location: Kruger National Park
Accommodation Name: Umbhaba Eco Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy an early start this morning to enter the park and enjoy the full-day safari drive through Kruger in search of the Big Five. After an exciting day out in the wild, arrive late afternoon to your lodge and enjoy some local fare during dinner this evening.
TRANSPORT: FULL DAY Spend the day in Kruger National Park, trying to spot the big five. Enjoy a full day safari drive en-route to our lodge.
Day 5: Kruger National Park Area
Location: Kruger National Park
Accommodation Name: Umbhaba Eco Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Another full day in Kruger awaits. Hop into a 4x4 to enjoy a more intimate wildlife safari drive, one offering a fresh perspective of the scenery and animals around you. Finish the day with a delicious dinner with your fellow travelers.
ACTIVITY: FULL DAY Hop in a 4x4 safari vehicle and get yourself one step closer to the surrounding nature. Be ready to spot elephants, giraffes, hippos, lions, zebras, and many other species in this impressive South African national park.
ACTIVITY: Enjoy a cultural evening with the local community. Dive into local fare with a delicious traditional dinner, then watch a local dance performance.
Day 6: Kruger National Park Area
Location: Kruger National Park
Accommodation Name: Umbhaba Eco Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Spend a free day in the area and choose which optional activities are best for you. Possible options include a morning or afternoon safari drive in Kruger National Park, or a full-day tour along the Panorama Route to set those photography skills to the test. The route offers unbelievable views at every turn and traverses the Great Escarpment via thrilling mountain passes.
FREE TIME: FULL DAY With loads of optional activities to choose from, there's lots to see and do in Greater Kruger.
Day 7: Kruger/Johannesburg
Location: Kruger National Park, Johannesburg
Accommodation Name: Onomo Johannesburg Sandton Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the lodge, witness first-hand the large role conservation plays in Kruger and the surrounding areas on an educational visit to The Jane Goodall Institute Chimpanzee Eden, commonly referred to as Chimp Eden. This animal sanctuary for rescued chimpanzees is located in the Umhloti Nature Reserve and a tour here is the perfect way to celebrate a visit to South Africa. Arrive to the lively city of Johannesburg in the early evening and enjoy a group dinner at the hotel.
ACTIVITY: Chimp Eden, run by the Jane Goodall Institute, is the first and only chimpanzee sanctuary in South Africa. This is a home for orphaned and rescued chimps as well as those displaced from their natural habitats in other parts of Africa. Tour the facility and visit viewing areas for two different 'camps' where a guide will introduce you to the chimps and tell you about their history and behaviour.
TRANSPORT: FULL DAY Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Day 8: Johannesburg/Victoria Falls
Location: Johannesburg, Victoria Falls
Accommodation Name: A Zambezi River Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Leave South Africa behind today and head to the epic wildlife and scenery of Zimbabwe. After breakfast the group will travel to the airport in Johannesburg and catch a flight to Victoria Falls. Upon arrival, there will be free time to get settled and relax before an included group dinner hosted by the Lusumpuko Women’s Club, a G Adventures-supported initiative.
TRANSPORT: Sit back and relax on your flight between Johannesburg and Victoria Falls.
FREE TIME: Take advantage of some free time to get settled and explore the area around your lodge accommodations before dinner this evening.
ACTIVITY: Start your visit to Victoria Falls off on the right foot by sitting down to a traditional, Zimbabwean meal, cooked by the Lusumpuko Women’s Club, a group of women from a nearby township. A demonstration by the ladies will show you exactly how Zimbabweans traditionally eat their food, and you’ll be served a farm-to-table dinner made with traditional, local, in-season ingredients. This meal provides much-needed income to the cooperatives’ 20 members – changing their lives and families in the process.
Day 9: Victoria Falls
Location: Victoria Falls
Accommodation Name: lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
It’s time for a free day of exploration in Victoria Falls, home to the world’s largest sheet of falling water, and considered one of the Seven Natural Wonders. There are many activities to choose from like white water rafting, bungee jumping, the Bamba tram, or you can prebook the Victoria Falls helicopter ride. Come back together with the group in the evening for the Simunye Theatrical Show for a captivating performance and where dinner will be served.
FREE TIME: FULL DAY Spend a full free day in Victoria Falls and choose from a wide variety of optional activities offered locally. If you're feeling very adventurous there's a helicopter ride over the falls you can pre-book or other options include the Bamba Tram, ziplining, and white water rafting.
ACTIVITY: Enjoy a lively theatre performance directed by the acclaimed handspring Puppeteer Mongiwekhaya, showcasing local professional artists in an intimate, open-air venue. This captivating fusion of dance, puppetry, music, and visuals delivers a powerful message of love and community and the universal spirit of togetherness.
Day 10: Victoria Falls
Location: Victoria Falls
Meals Included: Breakfast
Depart at any time.
ACTIVITY: Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
What's Included
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G for Good Moment
Enjoy a dinner hosted by the Lusumpuko Women's Club in Victoria Falls.
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Welcome Moment
Meet your Chief Experience Officer (CEO) and group.
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Foodie Moment
Experience a traditional South Africa Braai (Barbecue) in Johannesburg.
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Discover Moment
Explore Victoria Falls.
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Nature Walk
Participate in a guided nature walk.
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Wildlife Safari Drive
Enjoy a wildlife safari drive.
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Traditional Dinner and Local Dancing
Experience a traditional dinner accompanied by local dancing.
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Kruger National Park Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive
Take part in an open vehicle wildlife safari drive in Kruger National Park.
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Chimp Eden Tour
Visit the Chimp Eden sanctuary run by the Jane Goodall Institute.
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Simunye Theatre Show
Attend the Simunye Theatre Show for a captivating performance.
What's Not Included
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Optional Activities
Optional activities in Victoria Falls and Kruger National Park are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, drinks, and tips are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel seamlessly with a combination of plane, private vehicles, safari vehicles, and walking, ensuring a comfortable and adventurous journey through the stunning landscapes of South Africa and Zimbabwe.
Accommodation
Experience a blend of comfort and adventure with stays in hotels for 2 nights, tented camps for 2 nights, and lodges for 5 nights, offering a unique and immersive experience in the heart of South Africa and Zimbabwe.
Meals Included
9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 8 dinners
Group Size
Max 18, Avg 14.
Minimum Age
You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.
Group Leader
This G Adventures group trip is accompanied by one of our group leaders, otherwise known as a Chief Experience Officer (CEO). The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects.
We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting - we think it's the best of both worlds.
Spending Money
Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.
Solo Travellers
We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of wildlife can I expect to see during the safari drives in Kruger National Park?
During the safari drives in Kruger National Park, you can expect to see large herds of elephants, groups of buffalo, antelope, hyena, giraffes, hippos, lions, zebras, and many other species.
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What is the purpose of the visit to the Jane Goodall Institute Chimpanzee Eden?
The visit to the Jane Goodall Institute Chimpanzee Eden is to witness the conservation efforts for orphaned and rescued chimpanzees. The sanctuary provides a home for chimps displaced from their natural habitats in other parts of Africa.
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What cultural experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes a traditional Zimbabwean meal with the Lusumpuko Women’s Club in Victoria Falls, a traditional South African Braai in Johannesburg, and a cultural evening with local dancing and a traditional dinner in the Kruger National Park area.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?
The tour offers a blend of comfort and adventure with stays in hotels for 2 nights, tented camps for 2 nights, and lodges for 5 nights, providing a unique and immersive experience in the heart of South Africa and Zimbabwe.
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, there are optional activities available in Victoria Falls and Kruger National Park, such as additional safari drives, a full-day tour along the Panorama Route, white water rafting, bungee jumping, and a helicopter ride over Victoria Falls.
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What is the Simunye Theatrical Show?
The Simunye Theatrical Show is a captivating performance that showcases local professional artists in an intimate, open-air venue. It features a fusion of dance, puppetry, music, and visuals, delivering a powerful message of love, community, and the universal spirit of togetherness.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
G Adventures was established in 1990
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Most of our trips do not have a single supplement. This means that the accommodation is on a twin share basis and, if travelling on your own, you will be sharing a room with another G Adventures traveller of the same sex. Some tours have an optional single supplement. An optional service that may be available is called "My Own Room". This service allows solo travellers to request their own room.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
It's extremely difficult if not impossible to join a tour after it has begun. It is possible to leave a tour early however you will be responsible for your own arrangements from the moment you decide to leave the tour. You would also be responsible for all costs associated with joining a tour late or leaving one early. If you feel this may be necessary, please consult us before you book.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
https://www.gadventures.com/travel-with-confidence/
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
https://www.gadventures.com/about-us/core-values/
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Low Deposit
G Adventures requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of g adventures charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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