Southern Africa: Cape Kruger to Victoria Falls Itinerary
Bask in luxury while mountain climbing, wine tasting, and seeing the wonders of the savanna on your dream Southern African adventure. Your first stop is South Africa, in the spirited city of Cape Town. Make your way to the top of Table Mountain and other must-see spots, before venturing to the renowned wine region of Stellenbosch.
Enjoy staying amongst the sprawling vineyards while drinking the finest wines, before arriving in Zambia to marvel at the iconic Victoria Falls. An African vacation is not perfect until you see the famed “Big 5” animals, so stay at opulent game lodges in Kruger National Park and Botswana to make your time in Southern Africa complete. Explore all our South Africa luxury travel options here.
- Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Zambia, Botswana
- 13 nights / 14 days, USD $12,000 per person
Buffalos migrating in Kruger National park
Top Highlights
- Safaris in Kruger & Botswana to view the Big 5 Animals
- Cable car ride to the top of Table Mountain
- Wine and chocolate pairing experience while staying at one of the world’s leading wine destinations
- View Victoria Falls from above on a private helicopter ride
- Tour of must-see stops in Cape Town, including Hout Bay, Cape of Good Hope & Boulders Beach Penguin Colony
- Enjoying 5-star luxury hotels, lodges, and service every step of the way
What’s Included
- Double room accommodations
- All meals while on Safari
- Private transfers
- Private tours and experiences
- Safari lodges on a fully inclusive basis – includes all meals, selected local beverages and twice daily game drives
- Full support from your travel designer and on the ground
- Domestic flights
Itinerary
Cape Town
With its bustling harbour, lush beaches, top-notch vineyards, and mountainous surroundings brimming with diversity, Cape Town is guaranteed to capture the hearts of all who visit. Begin with a walking tour of Cape Town, and rest up for the next day, where you will ride a cable car to the top of iconic Table Mountain and experience aerial views of the city. After the descent, your tour continues to magnificent Cape Point, including a visit to Hout Bay, Cape of Good Hope & Boulders Beach Penguin Colony. And make sure to enjoy a fresh seafood meal in Kalk Bay!
Complete your time in Cape town with a visit to the world’s largest contemporary African Art Museum, Zeitz MOCAA. Containing over 100 galleries, spread over nine floors, this exquisite space houses a diverse and unique range of contemporary African art for you to marvel.
Suggested Accommodation: One&Only Cape Town
Stellenbosch
Venture to the Western Cape Province of South Africa, where you will find the picturesque town of Stellenbosch. Surrounded by mountains and vineyards, enjoy the afternoon in the Blaawklippen valley for a world class wine and chocolate pairing experience. The next day, spend the day at leisure exploring Cape Winelands, and embark on adventures suited best to your interest. The options to explore Stellenbosch are endless: play a round at Pearl Valley Golf course, take a helicopter transfer to wine estates, or enjoy a cycling or hiking tour, the options to explore Stellenbosch are endless.
Suggested Accommodation: Delaire Graff Lodges & Spa
Surrounded by sweeping views across stunning vineyards and mountains towards Stellenbosch, Delaire Graff Lodges & Spa is one of the world’s leading wine destinations. The incredible location provides a sense of escape and privacy for guests, with each lodge featuring spacious living spaces and light filled interiors. This creates a seamless flow with the outdoors, where you can choose to dip into your private plunge pool or relax within the natural surroundings.
Sabi Sands Game Reserve
Adjacent to Kruger National Park, the Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve is a private premier viewing destination. After your flight from Cape Town to Skukuza Airport, transfer to the lodge and begin a game drive in search of the Big Five. When not exploring the savanna, relax on your private deck or at the pool at your luxury safari lodge while watching the animals wander past, or enjoy a spa treatment. Toasting the setting sun on the evening game drive is a daily occurrence followed by fabulous bush cuisine around the boma fire under the African stars.
Suggested Accommodation: Singita Ebony Lodge
The Singita Ebony Lodge offers a contemporary take on the classic safari lodge, combining tented camp and bush lodge style. Inspired by the romance and adventure of tented camps and explorers’ abodes, the
external walls have been almost completely removed and replaced by canvas and glass to create safari tent-style suites to maximise views, and to allow you to be immersed in nature.
Victoria Falls
Situated along the southern border of Zambia, Victoria Falls is a spectacular sight of awe-inspiring beauty and grandeur on the Zambezi River. One of the seven natural wonders of the world, the Mighty Falls, which actually consists of five different falls, is a must-see on your tour through Southern Africa. View the wonder via a helicopter flight, bridge tour, or even embark on a white water rafting adventure! Aside from seeing Victoria Falls, spend your time indulging in luxury at Royal Chundu Zambezi River Lodge, where you can participate in canoe safaris, a sunset boat cruise, or simply relax in the world-class spa.
Suggested Accommodation: Royal Chundu Zambezi River Lodge
The breathtaking Royal Chundu Lodge is a destination of absolute solitude and unspoiled beauty. Situated on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River, it sits on a piece of untamed Africa with rapids protecting it
up and downstream. The sights and sounds of Africa serve to invigorate the senses and enhance the blissful solitude.
Moremi Game Reserve
Situated in the east of the Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve ranks as one of the most beautiful reserves in Africa. Okavango Delta is known as “the river that never finds the sea” at the heart of the Kalahari Desert in Botswana, and the ideal safari destination for you to end your exploration. Xigera Lodge is water- and land-based, offering guests the opportunity during the annual flood to boat across floodplains to reach islands where there are regular sightings of the Big 5. 4×4 land cruisers are also at the lodge for you to embark on more game drives at your final destination in the breathtaking region of Southern Africa.
Suggested Accommodation: Xigera Safari Lodge
Xigera Safari Lodge has access to 11,120 acres of wetland paradise in the heart of the Delta. Situated on one of Okavango’s key waterways, it is surrounded by picturesque papyrus swamps, wooded islands, and is known for its remarkable range of mammal sightings. This includes spotted-necked otters, elephants, buffalo, reedbuck, and Predators include lions, spotted hyaenas, and leopards!
We design each itinerary around you, so this suggested itinerary is a starting point that we can tweak or transform into something completely bespoke to you.
Hear it from our clients first
Our family vacation to Greece, which included Athens, Crete, Santorini and Mykonos, was unforgettable!
— Tammy and Jason /
Toronto, Ontario
Hear it from our clients first
The GHardy team planned the perfect family vacation to Italy for us!
— Kerri Torrey /
Toronto, Ontario
Hear it from our clients first
Thank you so much for arranging everything for our Italy trip.
— Rob Romero /
King City, Canada
Hear it from our clients first
I had an absolutely incredible experience with GHardy Tours for my trip to Switzerland.
— Tamara Bahry /
Toronto Canada
Why we are the top choice for your next luxury trip.
Our unique approach to planning transformative experiences ensures our clients gain more than just a vacation: they come away with a greater understanding of the world, their place in it, and how the journey has enriched their lives.
- We prioritize personalized experiences tailored to guests’ wants and needs, from holiday getaways to educational trips and everything in between.
- Travel is about more than just going from point A to point B. It's an experience; we're here to help you create the best possible one for you and your family or friends.
- Taste. Indulge. Immerse. Each destination has unique flavours and dishes. Bespoke travel is the perfect way to indulge your senses.
- Our team of experienced travel planners has an eye for detail, meaning no stone goes unturned when crafting the perfect itinerary. Whenever you want it, the way you want it.