9 Day Safari to South Africa Kruger Cape Town and Zimbabwe Victoria Falls

Your Safari to Zimbabwe adventure begins with your arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, followed by a scenic 45-minute air transfer to Nelspruit. The Safari to Zimbabwe experience continues with a private road transfer to Hazyview (approximately 1 hour), where you'll check into your comfortable lodge nestled near Kruger National Park. Your first taste of Safari to Zimbabwe excitement comes in the afternoon with a 3-hour sunset game drive in an open safari vehicle through Kruger's diverse landscapes, searching for the first glimpses of Africa's iconic wildlife.

Your Safari to Zimbabwe journey intensifies with a full-day exploration of Kruger National Park, departing before sunrise when predators are most active. This immersive Safari to Zimbabwe experience takes you through multiple ecozones over approximately 8-9 hours, with your expert guide navigating the best wildlife viewing areas including Skukuza and Lower Sabie regions. The Safari to Zimbabwe adventure includes stops at scenic watering holes and rivers where elephants, hippos, and other wildlife congregate, offering exceptional photography opportunities before returning to your lodge for an evening of relaxation.

Today your Safari to Zimbabwe itinerary transitions from bushveld to coastal beauty with a morning private transfer to Nelspruit Airport (1 hour drive) for your 2.5-hour flight to Cape Town. The Safari to Zimbabwe journey continues as you're greeted by our representative at Cape Town International Airport for a private transfer to your centrally located hotel. Your evening Safari to Zimbabwe experience allows free time to explore the vibrant V&A Waterfront area, just a short 15-minute walk from your accommodation, where you can enjoy dinner with views of Table Mountain.

Your Safari to Zimbabwe adventure expands with a comprehensive private tour of Cape Town, known locally as "Kaapstad" among Afrikaans speakers. The Safari to Zimbabwe experience today includes a cable car ride up Table Mountain (weather permitting) for panoramic views across the Cape Peninsula. Your Safari to Zimbabwe journey continues with a 4-hour exploration of the city's highlights including the colorful Bo-Kaap neighborhood, the historic Company Gardens, and the bustling Green Market Square, all while learning about South Africa's complex history from your knowledgeable guide.

Today's Safari to Zimbabwe excursion takes you along the stunning Cape Peninsula on a full-day tour (approximately 8 hours) of this unique geographic feature. The Safari to Zimbabwe experience includes a visit to the charming fishing harbor of Hout Bay, locally known as "Hangklip," and a 30-minute cruise to Duiker Island's seal colony. Your Safari to Zimbabwe adventure continues to the Cape Point Nature Reserve, where you'll stand at the symbolic meeting point of two oceans before visiting the delightful African penguin colony at Boulders Beach near the naval town of Simonstown.

Your Safari to Zimbabwe journey today ventures into the historic Cape Winelands, a 50-minute drive from Cape Town to the picturesque valleys of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. The Safari to Zimbabwe experience includes guided tours of these charming towns, with their Cape Dutch architecture dating back to the 17th century. Your Safari to Zimbabwe adventure features wine tastings at three prestigious estates including Boschendal, Delaire Graff, and Spier, where you'll sample award-winning vintages while learning about South Africa's wine heritage before returning to Cape Town in the late afternoon.

The Safari to Zimbabwe itinerary reaches its namesake destination as you check out after breakfast for your transfer to Cape Town International Airport. The Safari to Zimbabwe adventure continues with a 3-hour flight to Victoria Falls Airport, where you'll be welcomed to Zimbabwe, the heart of your journey. Your Safari to Zimbabwe experience is enhanced with a transfer to your lodge near the falls, followed by a memorable 2-hour sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River, where you'll likely spot hippos, crocodiles, and elephants while enjoying drinks and snacks as the African sun dips below the horizon.

The pinnacle of your Safari to Zimbabwe journey unfolds today with a guided tour of the magnificent Victoria Falls, known locally as "Mosi-oa-Tunya" (the smoke that thunders). Your Safari to Zimbabwe experience includes a 2–3-hour walking tour along the edge of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, where the Zambezi River plunges 108 meters into the gorge below. The Safari to Zimbabwe adventure allows time to visit all 16 viewpoints along the falls, feeling the thunderous power and spray of this natural wonder, before an afternoon at leisure to pursue optional activities such as helicopter flights or cultural visits to the nearby Chinotimba Township.

Your unforgettable Safari to Zimbabwe journey concludes after breakfast at your lodge near the roaring falls. The final day of your Safari to Zimbabwe experience includes a leisurely morning to soak in the last views of this natural wonder. Your Safari to Zimbabwe adventure ends with a private transfer to Victoria Falls Airport (approximately 30 minutes) for your onward flight, carrying with you lasting memories of three of southern Africa's most iconic destinations.