Splendors of South Africa & Victoria Falls with Botswana
Splendors of South Africa & Victoria Falls with Botswana
Splendors of South Africa & Victoria Falls with Botswana
16 Days Starting in Cape Town, South Africa and ending in Johannesburg, South Africa
Visiting: Cape Town, Makalali Private Game Reserve, Makalali Game Reserve, Greater Kruger National Park Area, Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, Chobe, Okavango Delta, Africa
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QSE-2025
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on the "Splendors of South Africa & Victoria Falls with Botswana" tour, a cultural adventure through South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Botswana. Begin in Cape Town, exploring historic landmarks and the vibrant Bo-Kaap neighborhood, before ascending Table Mountain for panoramic views. Journey along the scenic Cape Peninsula, visit the Cape of Good Hope, and encounter African penguins at Boulders Beach. Experience thrilling game drives in the Makalali Private Game Reserve, home to the "Big 5." Discover Johannesburg's rich history with visits to Soweto and the Apartheid Museum. Marvel at the majestic Victoria Falls and enjoy a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. Conclude with unforgettable wildlife encounters in Chobe National Park and the Okavango Delta, featuring game drives, river cruises, and mokoro excursions. This small-group tour ensures an intimate and immersive experience, guided by expert local guides.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Cape Town,South Africa
Location: Cape Town
Accommodation Name: Southern Sun The Cullinan
Welcome to Cape Town, commonly referred to as the “Mother City” by locals, as it was home to the first European settlement in South Africa. Hotel check-in is available mid-afternoon.
Day 2: Cape Town
Location: Cape Town
Accommodation Name: Southern Sun The Cullinan
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Start at the Grand Parade to see the Castle of Good Hope and City Hall. Walk to see more of Cape Town’s landmarks including St. George’s Cathedral, Parliament, and The Company’s Garden. Then, explore the [LF] Bo-Kaap neighborhood, also known as the Malay Quarter, including a visit to the Bo-Kaap Museum. After a traditional Malay lunch, enjoy a scenic cable-car ride to the top of Table Mountain for stunning 360-degree views over the city.
Day 3: Cape Town,Cape Peninsula Excursion
Location: Cape Town
Accommodation Name: Southern Sun The Cullinan
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Take a scenic drive along stunning Chapman’s Peak Drive en route to Cape Point Nature Reserve. Stop at the Cape of Good Hope before arriving at Cape Point. Ride a funicular to the steps of the old lighthouse with panoramic views of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. After lunch, visit Boulders Beach to see a colony of endangered African penguins. Free time this evening.
Day 4: Cape Town
Location: Cape Town
Accommodation Name: Southern Sun The Cullinan
Meals Included: Breakfast
Full day at leisure for your own discoveries in this beautiful city.
Day 5: Cape Town,Hoedspruit,Makalali Private Game Reserve (Greater Kruger National Park Area)
Location: Makalali Private Game Reserve
Accommodation Name: Makalali Main Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Fly to Hoedspruit and transfer to Makalali Private Game Reserve. Arrive in the home to an abundance of wildlife including the “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo. Climb aboard your custom safari vehicle for an afternoon game drive with a skilled tracker and professional Ranger. Sip sundowner drinks before returning to your lodge for dinner.
Day 6: Makalali (Greater Kruger National Park Area)
Location: Makalali Game Reserve
Accommodation Name: Makalali Main Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Rise early for coffee and tea before your morning game drive. Keep an eye out for big cats after their night of hunting. Other animals you may see include kudu, impala, giraffe, hippo, cheetah, spotted hyena, wildebeest, and more. Return for breakfast mid-morning, followed by time to relax at your lodge. Afternoon game drive with sundowner drinks.
Day 7: Makalali (Greater Kruger National Park Area)
Location: Greater Kruger National Park Area
Accommodation Name: Makalali Main Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Sharpen your game-spotting skills on your morning and afternoon game drives. Watch for African buffalo, reintroduced to the area after an absence of more than 50 years, reuniting the “Big Five” to roam freely in the Greater Makalali Nature Reserve.
Day 8: Makalali,Hoedspruit,Johannesburg
Location: Johannesburg
Accommodation Name: Sandton Sun
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a final game drive this morning before boarding your flight from Hoedspruit to Johannesburg. Free time late afternoon and evening.
Day 9: Johannesburg
Location: Johannesburg
Accommodation Name: Sandton Sun
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Guided sightseeing includes a visit to [LF] Soweto (Southwestern Township) and the Apartheid Museum to learn about the dark years to the historic 1994 elections that ended the apartheid era.
Day 10: Johannesburg,Victoria Falls,Zimbabwe
Location: Victoria Falls
Accommodation Name: Ilala Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Fly to Zimbabwe and transfer to your hotel. Take a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. The remainder of the evening is at your leisure.
Day 11: Victoria Falls
Location: Victoria Falls
Accommodation Name: Ilala Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Take a guided walk at Victoria Falls, or Mosi-oa-Tunya (the smoke that thunders), as the locals call it, due to the clouds of mist produced by the cascading cataracts. Learn about the history of the falls and fascinating facts about the local flora and fauna with plentiful photo opportunities. Free time late morning and early afternoon. Your Tour Director hosts a riverside farewell dinner this evening.
Day 12: Victoria Falls,Chobe National Park Area,Botswana
Location: Chobe National Park
Accommodation Name: Elephant Valley Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transfer by road to the Chobe National Park area. Board an afternoon river cruise on the Chobe River for game viewing.
Day 13: Chobe
Location: Chobe
Accommodation Name: Elephant Valley Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning and afternoon game activities: choice of game drive in Chobe National Park or boat excursion on the Chobe River. Enjoy time at your lodge during the heat of the day.
Day 14: Chobe,Okavango Delta
Location: Okavango Delta
Accommodation Name: Kadizora Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Fly to the Okavango Delta—one of Africa’s greatest safari areas and the largest inland delta in the world. This vast area features various ecosystems—wetlands, mopane forest, flood plains, and dry savannah woodland. Game-viewing activities range from morning and afternoon game drives to mokoro (dugout canoe) excursions and bush walks. Embark on your choice of game activity prior to dinner.
Day 15: Okavango Delta
Location: Okavango Delta
Accommodation Name: Kadizora Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Take your choice of morning and/or afternoon game activities with time to enjoy camp amenities in between.
Day 16: Okavango Delta,Johannesburg
Location: Johannesburg
Meals Included: Breakfast
Fly to Johannesburg (via Maun) where your tour ends at the airport. Schedule departing flights after 7 pm.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Accommodation in various lodges and hotels including Southern Sun The Cullinan in Cape Town, Makalali Main Lodge in Kruger National Park Area, Sandton Sun in Johannesburg, Ilala Lodge in Victoria Falls, Elephant Valley Lodge in Chobe National Park Area, and Kadizora Camp in Okavango Delta.
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Meals
Breakfast daily, 9 lunches, and 9 dinners are included.
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Guided Sightseeing
Guided sightseeing tours including visits to Cape Town landmarks, Table Mountain, Cape Point Nature Reserve, Boulders Beach, Soweto, Apartheid Museum, and Victoria Falls.
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Game Drives
Multiple game drives in Makalali Private Game Reserve, Chobe National Park, and Okavango Delta with professional rangers and trackers.
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Internal Flights
Internal flights from Cape Town to Hoedspruit, Hoedspruit to Johannesburg, Johannesburg to Victoria Falls, and Okavango Delta to Johannesburg.
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River Cruises
Sunset cruise on the Zambezi River and river cruise on the Chobe River for game viewing.
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Small Group Experience
Tour limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure, ensuring a more personalized experience.
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UNESCO Sites
Visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites including Cape Floral Region Protected Areas, Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls, and Okavango Delta.
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, laundry, and phone calls are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.
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Optional Activities
Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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International Flights
International flights to and from the starting and ending points of the tour are not included.
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Visa Fees
Visa fees for entry into South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Botswana are not included.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.
Meals
Breakfast daily, 9 lunches, 9 dinners
Notes
For approximately one month each year (typically late July to mid-September), Table Mountain Aerial Cableway is closed for annual maintenance. In these instances, a private tour of Kirstenbosch National Garden will be included in its place. During the dry season (September-December) and particularly dry years, water flow to Victoria Falls may be low. All game viewing is done at your own risk and requires a signed liability waiver prior to travel. Due to rough driving on/off road and in/between game parks, this vacation is not recommended for guests with serious back problems or mobility issues.
Small Group
Each Globus Africa safari tour is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Safari Guide/Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery African safari vacation is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
UNESCO Sites
Cape Floral Region Protected Areas|Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls|Okavango Delta
Accommodation
Cape Town: Southern Sun The Cullinan, Kruger National Park Area: Makalali Main Lodge, Johannesburg: Sandton Sun, Victoria Falls: Ilala Lodge, Chobe National Park Area: Elephant Valley Lodge, Okavango Delta: Kadizora Camp.
Mode of Transport
The tour includes flights between Cape Town, Hoedspruit, Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, and the Okavango Delta, as well as road transfers and game drives in custom safari vehicles.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of wildlife can I expect to see during the safari in Makalali Private Game Reserve?
In the Makalali Private Game Reserve, you can expect to see an abundance of wildlife including the 'Big 5'—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo. Other animals you may encounter include kudu, impala, giraffe, hippo, cheetah, spotted hyena, and wildebeest.
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What activities are included during the stay in the Okavango Delta?
In the Okavango Delta, you can participate in a variety of game-viewing activities such as morning and afternoon game drives, mokoro (dugout canoe) excursions, and bush walks.
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What can I expect during the visit to Victoria Falls?
During the visit to Victoria Falls, you will take a guided walk to explore the falls, known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya ('the smoke that thunders'). The tour includes learning about the history of the falls and the local flora and fauna, with plenty of photo opportunities.
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What is the significance of the Bo-Kaap neighborhood in Cape Town?
The Bo-Kaap neighborhood, also known as the Malay Quarter, is significant for its cultural heritage. The tour includes a visit to the Bo-Kaap Museum and a traditional Malay lunch, offering insights into the area's history and culture.
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What kind of experience can I expect on the Chobe River cruise?
On the Chobe River cruise, you can expect to enjoy game viewing from the water, providing a unique perspective on the wildlife in the Chobe National Park area.
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What historical sites will be visited in Johannesburg?
In Johannesburg, the tour includes a visit to Soweto (Southwestern Township) and the Apartheid Museum, where you will learn about the history of apartheid and the significant events leading up to the 1994 elections that ended the apartheid era.
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What is included in the Cape Peninsula excursion?
The Cape Peninsula excursion includes a scenic drive along Chapman's Peak Drive, a visit to the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point, a funicular ride to the old lighthouse, and a visit to Boulders Beach to see a colony of endangered African penguins.
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What is the significance of the 'Big 5' in the Makalali Private Game Reserve?
The 'Big 5'—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo—are significant as they are considered the most difficult and dangerous animals to hunt on foot, making them highly sought after by safari-goers for wildlife viewing.
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What can I do during the free time in Cape Town?
During the free time in Cape Town, you have the opportunity to explore the city on your own, discovering its beautiful landscapes, cultural sites, and local attractions at your leisure.
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What is the purpose of the sundowner drinks during the safari?
The sundowner drinks during the safari are a traditional way to enjoy the sunset while on an afternoon game drive, providing a relaxing end to the day's wildlife viewing activities.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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