11 Days Cape Town, Vic-Falls & Big 5 Greater Kruger Safari
Spend 11 unforgettable days in Southern Africa’s iconic destinations Cape Town, Victoria Falls and the Great Kruger Region. This tour will allow you to explore the wonders of Cape Town and its splendid attractions such as the Natural Wonder of the World famous “Table Mountain” to the award winning in wineries.
Then fly to another magical Natural Wonder of the world – the magnificent Victoria Falls where you will experience the falls, then head to Chobe National Park for a safari experience.
Then fly to South Africa’s Kruger National Park where you will witness the incredible Big 5 and other wildlife species.
Highlights of 11-Day Cape Town, Vic-Falls & Big 5 Greater Kruger Safari
Day 1: Arrive in Cape Town
Day 2-3: Explore Cape Town, South Africa
Day 4: Cape Town to Victoria Falls, Zambia
Day 5: Explore The Capital of Adventure and The Natural Wonder of the World – Victoria Falls
Day 6: Experience Chobe National Park, Botswana on a Big 5 Day Safari (Game drive & Boat Cruise)
Day 7: Chundukwa River Lodge at Nelspruit Airport & Overlay at Grace of Africa
Day 8: Grace of Africa To Big 5 Safari – Inyati Game Lodge, Sabi Sands, Greater Kruger National Park
Day 10-11: Big 5 Safari – Inyati Game Lodge, Sabi Sands, Greater Kruger National Park
Day 12: End of your Tour
Detailed Itinerary of 11-Day Cape Town, Vic-Falls & Big 5 Greater Kruger Safari
Day 1: Arrive in Cape Town
On arrival at Cape Town, you will be warmly welcomed by an African Vacation Safaris and transfer to your beach side villa suite, located in a prime position on Cape Town’s Atlantic coast, with the most breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean spread out before you and the 12 Apostle Mountains standing watch behind you.
Spend the day at your own leisure. Explore the nightlife in and around Cape Town City or perhaps visit the V&A Waterfront where there is time to shop and experience the many restaurants on offer.
Main Destination: Cape Town City, South Africa.
Accommodation: Ocean View House
Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner
Day 2-3: Explore Cape Town, South Africa
Wake up early for breakfast, and head out to explore the Cape Town “the Mother City”. There is so much to do in Cape Town all year round. Experience the Cape’s unique flora kingdom from Table Mountain to Cape Point, see whale and penguins up close, shop at the V&A Waterfront or the many craft markets, go wine tasting in the Cape Winelands, play golf, visit museums and art galleries. There are endless options.
Our favorite optional activities are
- Table Mountain Cable-Way (Hikes up Table Mountain can be arranged)
- Cape Peninsula Guided Tour
- Cape Winelands Guided Tour or Wine Tram
- Big 5 Ocean Experience (June to November)
- Great White Cage Diving (June to November)
- Two Ocean Helicopter Experience (30 minutes)
- Swim and Snorkel with Fur Seals
- Ocean kayaking
- Horseback Noordhoek
- Vineyards Hot Air Ballooning
- Visit V&A Waterfront
All above experiences are offered at an additional cost.
Main Destination: Cape Town City, South Africa.
Accommodation: Ocean View House
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4: Cape Town to Victoria Falls, Zambia
Wake up to the spectacular views over the ocean, then depart early with a packed breakfast and transferred to Cape Town International Airport. Arrive at Livingstone Airport, Zambia by mid-day.
Upon arrival, our representative will be waiting for you and greet you then be transferred by road to the lodge situated on the banks of the might Zambezi River which offers the best of both worlds. It is only 25 minutes’ drive to Victoria Falls whilst being tucked away in a quiet wilderness of its own and not interrupted by the noise of helicopters operating all day along over the majestic falls.
In the afternoon you will go for an afternoon sundowner river cruise, a perfect way to enjoy spectacular sunsets. With hippo grunting and campfire glowing, your day will come to an end with a uniquely African ambience.
Main Destination: Victoria Falls, Zambia
Accommodation: Chundukwa River Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5: Explore The Capital of Adventure and The Natural Wonder of the World – Victoria Falls.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast and head to Victoria Falls for a full day of adventure, on which you will experience this natural wonder of the world and engage in adrenaline – inducing adventures, or just have a tranquil bush experience.
Today’s activities includes a private guide and vehicle that will take you to Victoria Falls to see the best of two world’s on Zambia and Zimbabwe side, transfer you between your chosen activities, and guide you around Livingstone for a 100% personalized day in the area.
Optional activities available today include
- Victoria Falls Helicopter (Enjoy Birds Eye View)
- Under the Spray of Victoria Falls
- Livingstone Island & Devils Pool
- Bungee Jump
- Victoria Falls Bridge
- Tracking White Rhino on foot
In the night, the patio and deck are transformed with candles, solar nights and a cosy fire, creating a beautifully romantic dining area under the stars.
Main Destination: Victoria Falls, Zambia
Accommodation: Chundukwa River Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 6: Experience Chobe National Park, Botswana on a Big 5 Day Safari (Game drive & Boat Cruise)
Wake up for a delicious breakfast and a unique open-fronted layout of your river chalet, offering breathtaking views over the Zambezi River which are designated to sit quietly and comfortably within the natural surroundings.
After a delicious breakfast, you will depart for Chobe National Park where you will have your first taste of safari. Spend the whole day in Chobe, exploring on water and on land. Your day trip in Chobe National Park includes a game viewing river cruise on the Chobe River and a game drive in an open safari vehicle, with lunch in between. In the late afternoon, you will return to Chundukwa River Lodge. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay.
Main Destination: Victoria Falls, Zambia
Accommodation: Chundukwa River Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 7: Chundukwa River Lodge at Nelspruit Airport & Overlay at Grace of Africa
Wake up early for breakfast, served on the airy deck with sweeping views over the river. Bid farewell and journey further to South Africa. From Livingstone Airport, Zambia you will catch a flight to KMIA Nelspruit Airport, one of the best small airports in Africa.
An African Vacations Safaris representative will be waiting to meet and greet you and transfer you to the Grace of Africa for your overlay tonight. With nature on your side, Mpumalanga at your feet and the breath-taking views over the striking Lowveld, Grace of Africa offers superb and comfortable African accommodation paired with warm and Grace of Africa hospitality. Spend the night at ideally located accommodation near Kruger National Park.
Main Destination: Nelspruit Town, South Africa
Accommodation: Grace of Africa
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 8: Grace of Africa To Big 5 Safari – Inyati Game Lodge, Sabi Sands, Greater Kruger National Park
Wake up the melodic sounds of nature and the crisp fresh air of Africa to watch the spectacular sunrise before your eyes with a coffee or tea at hand on your covered patio.
Enjoy breakfast served at the main lodge before departing on a journey to Sabi Sands Greater Kruger National Park and enter Malelane gate en-route to your safari lodge.
On arrival, you will be welcomed with a refreshing drink with enough time to freshen up and have lunch back at the main lodge deck. Relax at your lodge before embarking on your first game drive in the world famous Sabi Sands on an open game vehicle for incredible sightings of the Big Five. Sabi Sands has a deserved reputation of showcasing some of the finest game viewings in South Africa.
Return back to your lodge by nightfall to experience dinner under the African Night skies (weather permitting).
Main Destination: Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve (Greater Kruger, South Africa).
Accommodation: Inyati Game Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 10: Big 5 Safari – Inyati Game Lodge, Sabi Sands, Greater Kruger National Park
You will meet your guide and tracker at the main lodge and head out for a full day of exploring.
Sabi Sands Reserve is a natural biosphere known for its high concentration of wild animals and birdlife. Close encounters are guaranteed as the animals are not threatened by the presence of vehicles thanks to the strict conservation management policies.
Embark on a morning game drive in search of the Big Five and the diverse wildlife species that can be seen here while your guide and your tracker scan the African bushveld for signs and trackers before returning back to the lodge for breakfast.
In the mid-morning you will go for a bush walk or the river walk on offer where you will have the opportunity of seeing hippos.
Enjoy lunch at the lodge and later in the afternoon, you will head to the African bushveld with your guide and tracker searching for animals you may not have seen yet, stopping off mid-way for sundowners and returning to camp by nightfall.
Enjoy dinner under the African Night Skies.
Main Destination: Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve (Greater Kruger, South Africa).
Accommodation: Inyati Game Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 11: End of your Tour
Wake up to the smell of African Bushveld, meet your guide and head out for your last game drive in the wilderness of Sabi Sands, Greater Kruger National Park before returning back to the lodge. After breakfast, head off to your lodge to freshen-up.
Your representative will be waiting for you and transfer you to Skukuza Airport for your flight to OR Tambo International Airport for your flight back home.
End of 11-Day Cape Town, Vic-Falls & Big 5 Greater Kruger Safari
