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Journeys: Explore Southern Africa

On this extraordinary adventure through southern Africa, journey from glittering Cape Town to the vast wilderness of Kruger National Park—home of the legendary "big five". Visit Soweto township, where Nelson Mandela once lived; enjoy a homemade dinner with a local family in a Zimbabwean village; and witness the awe-inspiring beauty of Victoria Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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12 DaysCape Town to Victoria Falls
Valid on May 5 2026Trip Code: DSLNG
From $3824.25 USDIncluding taxes and fees

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Travel Style: National Geographic Journeys

Greater exploration, insider access, and the freedom to roam – all without sacrificing comfort.

Service Level: Upgraded

Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.

Physical Grading: 2 - Light

Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

Merchandising: Top Seller

Trip Type: Small Group

Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.

Age requirements: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Journeys: Explore Southern Africa - Itinerary

Trip Start: Cape TownTrip End: Victoria Falls

DAY 1

Cape Town

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.

Transport:
You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.

Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting:
Meet your Cape Town G Adventures representative at the hotel - please have a look at the information board in the hotel for the meeting time. Your rep will go through your tour details, help you with booking optional activities, and be your contact person for the next few days.

The Portswood Hotel:
The Portswood Hotel

Journeys: Explore Southern Africa - Itinerary

Trip Start: Cape TownTrip End: Victoria Falls
DAY 1
Cape Town

DAY 1

Cape Town

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.

Transport:
You will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel to start your adventure.

Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting:
Meet your Cape Town G Adventures representative at the hotel - please have a look at the information board in the hotel for the meeting time. Your rep will go through your tour details, help you with booking optional activities, and be your contact person for the next few days.

The Portswood Hotel:
The Portswood Hotel

DAY 2
Cape Town
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DAY 3
Cape Town
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DAY 4
Cape Town/Johannesburg
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DAY 5
Johannesburg/Greater Kruger Area
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DAY 6
Kruger National Park
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DAY 7
Greater Kruger Area/Karongwe Private Game Reserve
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DAY 8
Karongwe Private Game Reserve
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DAY 9
Karongwe Private Game Reserve/Johannesburg
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DAY 10
Johannesburg/Victoria Falls
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DAY 11
Victoria Falls
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DAY 12
Victoria Falls
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What’s Included

  • Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Kirstenbosch Guided Walk, Cape Town
  • Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Carnivore Conservation Experience, Karongwe Private Game Reserve
  • Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Zimbabwean Family Dinner, Victoria Falls
  • Your Foodie Moment: Boma Braai, Karongwe Private Game Reserve
  • Arrival transfer
  • Orientation tour of Cape Town
  • Excursion to Cape Point including the penguins at Boulders Beach
  • Soweto tour
  • Panorama Route scenic drive with entrances
  • Kruger National Park wildlife safari drive in open vehicle
  • Private nature reserve wildlife safari drive in open safari vehicles
  • Tour of Victoria Falls
  • Internal flights
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
  • Hotel – 5 nts, Lodge – 4 nts, Comfortable tent or chalets – 2 nts.
Meals
  • 11 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 7 dinners
Transportation
  • Air-conditioned touring vehicle, open safari vehicle, walking, plane.
Staff & experts
  • Local National Geographic Expedition Leader in Cape Town and Victoria Falls, National Geographic Expedition Leader for the Kruger portion, local guides/rangers.

Journeys: Explore Southern Africa Departure Dates

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Sat, Feb 21 2026Wed, Mar 04 2026Request (2)$5,099 USD
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Mon, Feb 23 2026Fri, Mar 06 2026Sold Out $5,099 USD
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Wed, Mar 04 2026Sun, Mar 15 2026Sold Out $5,099 USD
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USEFUL INFO

Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Kirstenbosch Guided Walk, Cape Town
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Carnivore Conservation Experience, Karongwe Private Game Reserve
Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Zimbabwean Family Dinner, Victoria Falls
Your Foodie Moment: Boma Braai, Karongwe Private Game Reserve. Arrival transfer. Orientation tour of Cape Town. Excursion to Cape Point including the penguins at Boulders Beach. Soweto tour. Panorama Route scenic drive with entrances. Kruger National Park wildlife safari drive in open vehicle. Private nature reserve wildlife safari drive in open safari vehicles. Tour of Victoria Falls. Internal flights. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Go for a wildlife safari drive with a researcher and expert on carnivores, enjoy a traditional South African barbecue, visit the Kirstenbosch botanical garden with an expert botanist, help prepare a traditional Zimbabwean meal with a family in their home, spot wildlife in world-famous Kruger National Park

The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.

VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.

While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.

Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.

Please note that if you opt to go on the Chobe National Park Full Day Excursion then your visit to Victoria Falls will happen on the final morning of tour. Please book any onward travel no earlier than 11AM.

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