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Cape Town, Kruger & Zimbabwe
13 days, Cape Town to Victoria Falls
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Southern Africa is so packed full of diverse highlights that we’re taking two weeks to explore a few of them in depth. Wildlife is the region's calling card and there will be plenty of chances to spot the Big Five in Kruger, Hwange, and Matobo national parks. Aside from animals, there’ll be many occasions to experience the unique regional cultures of Soweto, Shalati, and Victoria Falls. Come away with an even deeper understanding of what makes this part of the world truly special.
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Trip Code: DSCZ
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 18, avg 14
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Itinerary
Day 1Cape Town
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Cape Town
Enjoy a full day in Cape Town with the option to visit Table Mountain. Choose to explore Cape Point or embark on a wine tour around Stellenbosch. In the evening, experience an authentic meal in a local home in a nearby township.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 3Cape Town/Johannesburg
Take a short flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg. In the afternoon, travel to Soweto for a bicycle tour and learn more about its important history and significant role in bringing the issues of segregation to the forefront.
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BreakfastDay 4Johannesburg/Manyeleti
Take the Panorama Route into the Kruger National Park area. In the evening, enjoy a traditional dinner and dance experience.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 5Manyeleti
Enjoy an afternoon wildlife safari drive in Kruger NP (own vehicle). Keep an eye out for elephants, lions, rhinos, leopards, and buffalo—Africa's famed Big Five.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 6Manyeleti/Kruger National Park
Start early for a long day driving straight up the middle of Kruger National Park. While transferring to the northern part of the park there will be ample opportunity to spot animals from our vehicle.
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BreakfastDay 7Kruger National Park/Beitbridge
Enjoy a morning wildlife safari drive in the northern region of Kruger NP in our vehicle. Travel to the next lodge, surrounded by the beautiful Soutpansberg Mountains. Free afternoon to relax by the pool or opt to take one of the hikes around the area.
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BreakfastDay 8Beitbridge/Great Zimbabwe Monument Area
Get an earlier start and cross the border into Zimbabwe. Continue on to the Great Zimbabwe Monument.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 9Great Zimbabwe Monument Area/Matobo National Park
Start the day with a visit to the Great Zimbabwe National Monument, Africa's most significant ruins site south of Cairo. Learn the history of the ruins and climb to the citadel for a view over the site. Continue on to Matobo National Park.
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BreakfastDay 10Matobo National Park
Wake up early and opt to explore ancient cave paintings, visit the grave of Rhodes, hike the unique and stunning landscape, or hang out by the pool. In the afternoon, enjoy an included rhino walk, with the opportunity to get up close and personal with this endangered species.
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BreakfastDay 11Matobo National Park/Hwange National Park
Travel to Hwange National Park for an opportunity to spot more wildlife. Opt to enjoy an evening wildlife safari drive in a safari vehicle.
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BreakfastDay 12Hwange National Park/Victoria Falls
Opt for more wildlife viewing in the morning before continuing on to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Enjoy the spectacular falls.
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BreakfastDay 13Victoria Falls
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BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Cape Town orientation walk
- Soweto township tour
- Panorama Route drive
- Kruger National Park wildlife safari drive in our vehicle (half-day)
- Traditional dance experience
- Kruger transfer in our vehicle (full-day)
- Great Zimbabwe National Monument visit
- Rhino walk (Matobo National Park)
- Traditional meal in a local home
- Victoria Falls visit
- Border-crossing support
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels/guesthouses (7 nts), lodges (4 nts), adventure tents (1 nt).
Meals
12 breakfasts, 4 dinners
Allow USD250-325 for meals not included.
Transportation
Plane, air-conditioned private vehicle, safari vehicles, walking
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) & driver throughout, local guides
Available extras (Add these to your tour when you book)
My Own Room - From $699.00
If you're travelling solo and would prefer to have your own private room throughout your trip, select this option during the online booking process.
Departures
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Book this tour as a private departure, with your own CEO and all the benefits of a G Adventures group tour.