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Table Mountain Cape Town

Cape Town, Kruger & Victoria Falls (Classic)

  • 12 Days
    • South Africa
    • Zimbabwe
    • Tailormade Journey
    • Wildlife Safari
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Trip summary

Rating
Trip Code SA001
Duration
Days 12 Days
Travel Style
Travel Style
  • Tailormade Journey
Destination
Destination
  • South Africa
  • Zimbabwe
Experience Type
Experience Type
  • Wildlife Safari
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Experience the key highlights of Southern Africa on this popular journey. Visit Cape Town, the ‘Mother City’, and continue with a ‘Big Five’ game viewing experience in the Greater Kruger National Park before concluding with a visit to ‘the smoke that thunders’, Victoria Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This affordable 12 day safari offers the top three bucket list destinations in Southern Africa.

Inclusions

  • Lodge / Hotel
  • 11 Breakfasts and 6 Dinners
  • Game Drives
  • Cape Peninsula Tour
  • Half Day City Tour
  • English Speaking Guide
  • Return Road Transfer

Trip itinerary

Day 1

On arrival into Cape Town you will be met and transferred to the Southern Sun Waterfront.

Accommodation: 3 nights Southern Sun Waterfront.

The Southern Sun Waterfront Cape Town is situated in the heart of the city’s most sought-after areas. Being a short walk away from the famous V&A Waterfront and other Cape Town sights is just the start of this iconic accommodation landmark’s appeal. Postcard views of the harbour and of Signal Hill are rivalled only by the stylish, inviting presence of the hotel itself. Recently refurbished, the award-winning Cape Town hotel offers 537 beautifully-appointed rooms, with a host of amenities and services on offer, including free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, a fully-equipped fitness centre and an outdoor pool.

Day 2

This morning you will be collected from your hotel for a scheduled city tour of Cape Town ending with a visit to Table Mountain (weather dependent, cable car fee at own expense). (B)

Day 3

This morning you will be collected for your scheduled full day Cape Point & Peninsula Tour – an awe-inspiring tour with breathtaking views, historic and picturesque coastal villages to the towering headland of Cape Point. (B)

Day 4

This morning transfer to Cape Town Airport for your flight via Johannesburg to Hoedspruit (flight cost not included). (BD)

On arrival at Hoedspruit Airport you will be met and transferred by road to Makutsi Safari Springs Main Lodge on the banks of the Makutsi River.

Please note: The sequence of this itinerary is subject to change, you will get your final itinerary on the day of your arrival at Makutsi Safari Springs.

Accommodation: 6 nights Makutsi Safari Springs.

Between the Drakensberg Mountains and the Kruger National Park on the banks of the Makutsi River, lies the family owned and managed Makutsi Safari Springs. It is raw African bush enjoyed by people who appreciate the peace and serenity of nature – palms and acacias, elephants, rhinos, giraffe, crocodiles, lions, cheetah, leopard and bushveld. Soft thermal-mineral water bubbles from two hot springs, nestling among indigenous trees.

Day 5

Enjoy morning and late afternoon game activities on the reserve in search of the ‘Big Five’. (BD)

Day 6

Depart early this morning for a full day’s game viewing in the famous Kruger National Park and enjoy the variety of wildlife and look out points. Continue on your game drive before returning late to the lodge in time for dinner. (BD)

Day 7 - 8

Enjoy the scheduled game viewing activities offered by the lodge. (BD)

Day 9

Today you will have the opportunity to visit Blyde River Canyon. Several stops will be made along the way to take photographs and marvel at the region’s picturesque scenery, including the Bourke's Luck Potholes and the Three Rondavels Viewpoint overlooking the Blyde Dam. Return to the lodge in time for dinner. (BD)

Day 10

This morning you will be transferred to Mpumalanga Airport for your flight to Livingstone in Zambia (flight cost not included). (B)

On arrival at Livingstone Airport you will be met and transferred across the border into Zimbabwe.

Accommodation: 2 nights Batonka Guest Lodge.

Perfect for the discerning guest who is looking for a small, personalized lodge in the centre of Victoria Falls with a high level of service. Set in lush gardens, a tranquil haven away from the bustle of town but within easy walking distance of the main attractions. The main lodge offers indoor and outdoor dining, a cosy lounge and beautiful veranda opening out onto the surrounding gardens. Facilities include a swimming pool, activities desk and curio shop.

The lodge offers 22 well-appointed rooms with elegant, contemporary style décor encompassing Victoria Falls colonial past and African flavour. All rooms are air-conditioned and have en-suite facilities. Each room has a veranda opening out onto the surrounding gardens. Several rooms have inter-leading doors making it ideal for families.

Day 11

Today is free to explore Victoria Falls, one of the Natural Wonders of the World, browse the local markets and to experience the many optional activities on offer (at own expense). (B)

Day 12

After breakfast and check-out your journey ends with a transfer to the Victoria Falls Airport for your onward flight. (B)

Dates & pricing

Disclaimer

Prices shown are per person based on twin share. Seasonal supplements and minimum night requirement may apply. Solo traveller and extra night prices available on request. Luggage restrictions may apply. International flights not included.

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Departures Twin Price (AUD) Single Price (AUD)
29 Oct 25 - 31 Oct 25 $4,630 $5,580
01 Nov 25 - 11 Dec 25 $4,830 $5,780
12 Dec 25 - 14 Dec 25 $4,830 $5,780
15 Dec 25 - 19 Dec 25 $4,845 $5,795
20 Dec 25 - 25 Dec 25 $4,845 $5,795
26 Dec 25 - 31 Dec 25 $4,995 $5,945
01 Jan 26 - 04 Jan 26 $5,067 $6,123
05 Jan 26 - 19 Jan 26 $4,920 $5,976
20 Jan 26 - 31 Mar 26 $4,920 $5,976
01 Apr 26 - 05 Apr 26 $4,703 $5,538
29 Jun 26 - 31 Aug 26 $4,703 $5,538
01 Sep 26 - 30 Sep 26 $5,009 $6,142
01 Oct 26 - 31 Oct 26 $5,009 $6,142
01 Nov 26 - 11 Dec 26 $5,416 $6,549
12 Dec 26 - 14 Dec 26 $5,416 $6,549
15 Dec 26 - 19 Dec 26 $5,416 $6,549
20 Dec 26 - 23 Dec 26 $5,416 $6,549
24 Dec 26 - 31 Dec 26 $5,565 $6,846

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Departures Twin Price (NZD) Single Price (NZD)
29 Oct 25 - 31 Oct 25 $5,093 $6,138
01 Nov 25 - 11 Dec 25 $5,313 $6,358
12 Dec 25 - 14 Dec 25 $5,313 $6,358
15 Dec 25 - 19 Dec 25 $5,330 $6,374
20 Dec 25 - 25 Dec 25 $5,330 $6,374
26 Dec 25 - 31 Dec 25 $5,494 $6,539
01 Jan 26 - 04 Jan 26 $5,574 $6,735
05 Jan 26 - 19 Jan 26 $5,412 $6,574
20 Jan 26 - 31 Mar 26 $5,412 $6,574
01 Apr 26 - 05 Apr 26 $5,173 $6,092
29 Jun 26 - 31 Aug 26 $5,173 $6,092
01 Sep 26 - 30 Sep 26 $5,510 $6,756
01 Oct 26 - 31 Oct 26 $5,510 $6,756
01 Nov 26 - 11 Dec 26 $5,958 $7,204
12 Dec 26 - 14 Dec 26 $5,958 $7,204
15 Dec 26 - 19 Dec 26 $5,958 $7,204
20 Dec 26 - 23 Dec 26 $5,958 $7,204
24 Dec 26 - 31 Dec 26 $6,122 $7,531

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Departures Twin Price (USD) Single Price (USD)
29 Oct 25 - 31 Oct 25 $2,940 $3,543
01 Nov 25 - 11 Dec 25 $3,067 $3,670
12 Dec 25 - 14 Dec 25 $3,067 $3,670
15 Dec 25 - 19 Dec 25 $3,077 $3,680
20 Dec 25 - 25 Dec 25 $3,077 $3,680
26 Dec 25 - 31 Dec 25 $3,172 $3,775
01 Jan 26 - 04 Jan 26 $3,218 $3,888
05 Jan 26 - 19 Jan 26 $3,124 $3,795
20 Jan 26 - 31 Mar 26 $3,124 $3,795
01 Apr 26 - 05 Apr 26 $2,986 $3,517
29 Jun 26 - 31 Aug 26 $2,986 $3,517
01 Sep 26 - 30 Sep 26 $3,181 $3,900
01 Oct 26 - 31 Oct 26 $3,181 $3,900
01 Nov 26 - 11 Dec 26 $3,439 $4,159
12 Dec 26 - 14 Dec 26 $3,439 $4,159
15 Dec 26 - 19 Dec 26 $3,439 $4,159
20 Dec 26 - 23 Dec 26 $3,439 $4,159
24 Dec 26 - 31 Dec 26 $3,534 $4,347

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