Southern Africa: Kruger, Victoria Falls & Zimbabwe National Parks

Southern Africa: Kruger, Victoria Falls & Zimbabwe National Parks

• Trip code: 463X039
• Dauer: 17
• Stil: The Geluxe Collection

Seventeen days. Four countries. Endless moments you’ll never forget. From the roar of Victoria Falls to the stillness of the savannah at sunrise, this journey blends iconic wildlife encounters with extraordinary cultural experiences and a touch of indulgence at every turn. Track elephants and lions with expert guides in Botswana and Zimbabwe, cruise the Chobe River as hippos surface all around you, and share stories with local communities who open their homes and hearts. Then, slow the pace with e-bike rides through Stellenbosch vineyards and coastal adventures along the Cape Peninsula. It’s Southern Africa at its finest — wild, soulful, and elevated in every way.

Übersicht

Accommodation

Hotel (5nts), Safari Lodges (9 nts), Tented Camp Full Service with shared facilities (2 nts)

Checklist

Cold weather:
• Long-sleeved shirts or sweater
• Scarf
• Warm gloves
• Warm hat
• Warm layers

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Bitte beachte: Seasons in Southern Africa are quite extreme. Winters can be really cold and summers will be really hot. If you travel during winter months (May to October) please ensure that you bring warm clothing

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer)/driver throughout, local guides

Group Size Notes

Max 16, avg. 12

Highlights

Feel the spray on your face during a guided tour of Victoria Falls, Spot iconic wildlife on safari drives in Chobe and Hwange National Parks, Drift along the Chobe River, home to thousands of elephants and hippos, Celebrate culture and spirit at the Simunye: The Spirit of Africa Show in Victoria Falls, Join expert trackers for an exclusive behind-the-scenes wildlife experience, Pedal through Stellenbosch’s vineyards on an e-bike and toast with local wines, Marvel at dramatic views on a tour of the Cape Peninsula

Introduction

Seventeen days. Four countries. Endless moments you’ll never forget. From the roar of Victoria Falls to the stillness of the savannah at sunrise, this journey blends iconic wildlife encounters with extraordinary cultural experiences and a touch of indulgence at every turn. Track elephants and lions with expert guides in Botswana and Zimbabwe, cruise the Chobe River as hippos surface all around you, and share stories with local communities who open their homes and hearts. Then, slow the pace with e-bike rides through Stellenbosch vineyards and coastal adventures along the Cape Peninsula. It’s Southern Africa at its finest — wild, soulful, and elevated in every way

Meals Included

16 Frühstück, 13 Mittagessen, 15 Abendessen

Meal Budget

Plane USD105-140 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Optional Activities

Victoria Falls
- Helikopterflug über die Victoriafälle - 15 Minuten

Start / Finish

Victoria Falls nach Cape Town

Transport

Private vehicle, walking, open-air safari vehicle, boat, plane

What's Included

Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Your OMG Day: G Adventures-supported Community Cooking Experience or Historic Bridge Tour, Victoria Falls
Dein Foodie-Moment: The Eatery Pot Dinner Experience, Victoria Falls
Dein Foodie-Moment: Dinner at Mertia, Stellenbosch
Your OMG Day: E-Bike through the Vineyards or Hike through Wineries, Stellenbosch. Complimentary Arrival Transfer. Welcome Dinner. Victoria Falls Guided Tour. Chobe National Park visit with safari drives and boat safari. Safari drives in Hwange National Park. Theatrical performance and dinner in Victoria Falls. Flight between Kasane & Johannesburg. Wildlife tracking experience in Pridelands Conservancy. Safari in Kruger National Park. E-bike tour in the vineyards of Stellenbosch. Visit to Table Mountain. Cape Peninsula Full-Day Tour. Farewell dinner. All tips included for activities and meals, except for CEO and porterage. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Packing Note

Seasons in Southern Africa are quite extreme. Winters can be really cold and summers will be really hot. If you travel during winter months (May to October) please ensure that you bring warm clothing

Minimum Age

On a G Adventures Geluxe Collection tour the minimum age is 18 years

Itinerary

Day 1 Hwange: A Wildlife Welcome

Much like the majestic wildlife on the Discovery Channel, Hwange National Park offers a profound view of some of these incredible creatures and nature's ever-changing beauty. We invite you to experience the wild heart of Africa in Hwange and discover your own connection to its serene landscapes

Day 2 Hwange: The Circle of Life from the Ground Up

From high up in the vehicle, you gain an additional perspective on the circle of life in Africa. You start to notice the small dung beetles waddling their way through the dirt, their role in the ecosystem just as crucial as the lion, the giraffe, and the elephant. Begin your morning on a guided safari drive to discover Africa's creatures, and after a bush lunch head back out there to observe some wildlife

Day 3 Hwange National Park: And the Beauty of Golden Hour

Hwange National Park is renowned for its immense elephant population. Witnessing these majestic creatures in person is an unforgettable experience. Try to observe them from the safari vehicles as they drink at the watering hole and go about their daily routines

Day 4 Victoria Falls: The Curtain Closes

In most cultures across the globe, waterfalls symbolize peace and serenity. They demonstrate at once power, and tranquility. Waterfalls are nature's reminder that things are in an ever constant state of movement and change. See the beauty for yourself upon arrival at Victoria Falls. Feel the mist, listen to the thunder of the water, and feel the power of these falls shuddering past the rocks

Day 5 Victoria Falls: Your OMG Day

Mosi-oa-Tunya, originally known as Victoria Falls, translates to "the smoke that thunders." These words alone evoke the sensation of cold mist on your face and the resounding roar. Choose your adventure and experience the history of the falls or the loving hospitality of the local community

Day 6 Chobe: A Window to Africa's past

Step back in time to a scene straight from a hundred years ago-a turn of the century explorers camp setup. Sip a gin and tonic around the fire listening to a story of those who explored this very spot before you were alive. Sleep in the bush with the call of lions in the distance and the sound of your breath keeping time

Day 7 Chobe: National Park & River Explorer

From a morning with golden light casting a glow over Chobe National Park and its abundant wildlife to gliding along the shoreline of the Chobe River, this day allows you to be fully present in the landscapes of the park. Search for the “big five” and the many bird species that call the wetlands home. Cap off the experiences today with some time to freshen up at the lodge and an included group dinner at camp this evening

Day 8 Johannesburg: Das Tor zum Krüger-Nationalpark

Johannesburg is the gateway to Kruger National Park, but there is plenty to see and do in the city before you hit the road tomorrow. This evening enjoy a group dinner

Day 9 Pridelands-Schutzgebiet: Auf den Spuren der Tierwelt

Was braucht es, um Naturguide in Südafrika zu sein? Wie lernst du, welche Spuren die einzelnen Tiere in ihrer Umgebung hinterlassen? Wie ist es, in der Morgen- und Abenddämmerung zu Fuß im afrikanischen Busch unterwegs zu sein? EcoTraining ist der führende Anbieter von Guideausbildungen in Afrika und zu Beginn deiner Afrikareise erfährst du bei einer exklusiven zweitägigen Erfahrung, was es braucht, um in diesen legendären Nationalparks und Schutzgebieten als Guide zu arbeiten. Das ist viel mehr als nur eine Safari – das ist die Gelegenheit, für zwei kurze Tage ein anderes Leben zu leben. EcoTraining verspricht, seine Guides zu „leidenschaftlichen Beschützern der Natur“ auszubilden, und wir garantieren dir, dass du während deiner Zeit in Pridelands dieselbe Leidenschaft für die Natur entwickeln wirst

Day 10 Pridelands-Schutzgebiet: Nächtliche Tierwelt

Heute geht es früh los und zu Fuß mit deinen Guides auf die Suche nach Elefanten, Büffeln und Zebras. Das Frühstück wird draußen im Busch serviert, während sich rundherum die Tiere frei bewegen. Bei den Safarifahrten am Nachmittag geht es um das Identifizieren von Tieren und um ihr Verhalten. Besonderer Wert wird darauf gelegt, wie man in der Nähe großer Tiere richtig verhält

Day 11 Krüger-Nationalpark: Safari-Sundowner

Der Krüger-Nationalpark ist so groß und so reich an Tieren, Geschichte und Kultur, dass viele ihn immer besuchen und jedes Mal etwas Neues entdecken. Aber egal, ob das dein erster oder dein elfter Besuch ist, Safarifahrten und Sundowner werden nie alt. Der Tag beginnt mit einer Safarifahrt auf dem Weg zur Lodge. Und mit einer weiteren Safarifahrt am Nachmittag verbringst du einen unglaublichen ersten Tag im Park

Day 12 Krüger-Nationalpark: Safari zu Fuß

Kruger at dawn is unlike anything else on earth. Animals are waking and so must you, if you want to have the best chance to witness their behaviour first thing in the morning. Accompany your local guides on a walking safari through the national park

Day 13 Stellenbosch: Essen und Wein

Known for good food and wine, Stellenbosch offers a welcome contrast to the safari adventures thus far. Set amongst the verdant green vineyards and with the towering Drakenstein mountains in distance, its easy to imagine just sitting and just "being" in this peaceful of a place. But first things first-dig into a three course dinner at Mertia restaurant, known for their colourful plates inspired by what grows locally. Your hardest choice today is whether its wine or coffee after dinner

Day 14 Stellenbosch: Your OMG Day

Stellenbosch is known for its beautiful vineyards. With an e-bike or your own to feet, you will be able to pedal as much-or as little-as you wish while exploring the wine lands and small towns between Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. Sample wine and gourmet snacks but don't worry about filling up, because there will be a picnic lunch on a green lawn overlooking the scenery

Day 15 Cape Town: Peninsula Exploration

Spend the day exploring the beauty and wildlife of the Cape Peninsula. Travel through the heart of the region, crossing the dramatic route of Ou Kaapse Weg with sweeping views across False Bay and the Cape Flats. The road winds back to the Atlantic coast at Hout Bay, a working harbour framed by rugged mountains. Enjoy a true taste of the natural beauty found here

Day 16 Kapstadt: Tafelberg

Der Tafelberg ist zweifellos das bekannteste Symbol von Kapstadt und reicht mit seinem Plateau bis in die Wolken hinauf. Du kannst auf zwei Weisen zum Gipfel gelangen: Wandere mit einem einheimischen Guide durch die Platteklip Gorge, die älteste und meistgegangene Route auf den Tafelberg. Oder wenn du es lieber entspannter angehen willst, kannst du auch mit dem CEO mit der Seilbahn auf den Berg fahren

Day 17 Cape Town

Your adventure comes to an end, and you can depart at any time today

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Hwange: A Wildlife Welcome

Travellers must arrive no later than 1PM for their included arrival transfer to Hwange. After meeting fellow travellers during the welcome meeting, tuck into a delicious dinner at the hotel. Now is the time to recharge, refresh and prepare yourself for the adrenaline rushes on the horizon.

Day 2 Hwange: The Circle of Life from the Ground Up

Enjoy morning and afternoon safari drives on the concession land near the lodge in Hwange. Sit down outside for a private bush lunch and head back out there to observe some more wildlife.

Day 3 Hwange National Park: And the Beauty of Golden Hour

An early morning safari drive awaits before a slower morning to enjoy the hotter part of the day at our lodge. A refreshing trip to the pool should be in order. After high tea for lunch back at the lodge, head out onto the private concession to search for wildlife on another safari drive.

Day 4 Victoria Falls: The Curtain Closes

Travel back to Victoria Falls and enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore the area. Choose to prebook the Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride for a view from above. Or choose to book the Riversong Sunset Cruise. In the evening attend Simunye: The Spirit of Africa Show and have dinner afterwards as a group.

Day 5 Victoria Falls: Your OMG Day

First things first. Head straight into a fully guided tour of Victoria Falls. No trip would be complete without it. Then in the afternoon, the choice is yours. Journey through over 100 years of history on an exciting and informative tour of the Bridge over Victoria Falls. A team of guides takes you through the remarkable history of this iconic structure and offers an engaging look into the past, while serving up an extraordinary birds eye view of the falls. Or sit down for a traditional, Zimbabwean meal, cooked by the Lusumpuko Women’s Club, a group of women from a nearby township working to support themselves and their families through a G Adventures-supported community initiative.

Day 6 Chobe: A Window to Africa's past

Like the true adventurer you are, cross the border from Zimbabwe to Botswana, entering Chobe National Park. Float downriver on board a small vessel and spot elephants, crocodile and hippo. Continue the safari on land en route to our exclusive bush camping experience. Your tent is up, the sun is setting, your headlamp is affixed, and the sounds of Africa surround you.

Day 7 Chobe: National Park & River Explorer

Rise early for a morning wildlife safari drive in Chobe National Park and board the Chobe Explorer for a memorable ride along the Chobe River searching for bird species and lounging on the top deck for prime wildlife viewing. There will be a group dinner at camp in the evening.

Day 8 Johannesburg: Das Tor zum Krüger-Nationalpark

Fly to Johannesburg today from Kasane and then enjoy a group dinner in the evening.

Day 9 Pridelands-Schutzgebiet: Auf den Spuren der Tierwelt

Das Pridelands-Schutzgebiet ist eine 18 km² große, ehemals für die Büffeljagd genutzte Farm und dein Abenteuerspielplatz für die nächsten zwei Tage. Das Schutzgebiet liegt vor den Toren der Stadt Hoedspruit gleich neben dem Krüger-Nationalpark. Nach einem kurzen Flug nach Hoedspruit begibst du dich mit deinen Guides auf die Spur der Tierwelt und lernst, Muster und Verhaltensweisen von wilden Tieren zu erkennen.

Day 10 Pridelands-Schutzgebiet: Nächtliche Tierwelt

Nach einem Tag voller Erkundungen mit deinen Gastgebern gibt es ein Abendessen im Freien beim Ndlovu-Damm. Da du die meisten deiner Mahlzeiten direkt im Busch isst, kannst du maximal viel Zeit inmitten dieser besonderen Landschaft verbringen. Beim Abendessen mit den Mitreisenden kannst du an deinen Vogelrufen arbeiten.

Day 11 Krüger-Nationalpark: Safari-Sundowner

Das Erlebnis morgendlicher und nachmittäglicher Safarifahrten im Krüger-Park lässt sich kaum mehr toppen. Aber wir denken, mit freier Zeit für den Pool und Sundownern im Busch könnte das klappen.

Day 12 Krüger-Nationalpark: Safari zu Fuß

Set off on a morning walking safari through the Bush. Return to the lodge for breakfast followed by free time. Then, enjoy another safari drive in the afternoon to get out into the bush and spot wildlife. Time flies when you're having the adventure of a lifetime. Celebrate this evening with your fellow travellers during dinner at the lodge.

Day 13 Stellenbosch: Essen und Wein

Walk to Granite Rock for an outdoor picnic breakfast. Then, a flight from Kruger brings you southbound to Cape Town. Before your Cape Town discoveries start, spend two days discovering the vineyards of Stellenbosch. Delicious food and wine await.

Day 14 Stellenbosch: Your OMG Day

Choose to e-bike or hike through the countryside of Stellenbosch. It will be easy to see why it has become an iconic destination for food and wine. The vineyards themselves are sprawled out as far as the eye can see, mountains rising as a backdrop against the rows of vines. While using your e-bike or own two feet to get around, visit a number two vineyards and choose to sample the wine, the delicious coffee, or the gourmet food. Enjoy a picnic lunch before spending the afternoon at leisure.

Day 15 Cape Town: Peninsula Exploration

With a very short distance between Stellenbosch and Cape Town, it's the perfect day for a bit of a late start. Once in Cape Town, set off on a full-day tour of the Cape Peninsula. After a thrilling day join your fellow travellers for dinner on the iconic Cape waterfront.

Day 16 Kapstadt: Tafelberg

Whether you decide to climb Table Mountain on your own steam, or take a cable car all the way up, you reunite with your fellow travellers at the top and descend together via the cableway. This afternoon there will be a walking tour that hits many of the key sites and discusses the history and resilience of the region. Then, there will be a cooking class with Cape Malay staples like samosas and curry for a farewell dinner.

Day 17 Cape Town