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Signature: Southern Africa from Cape Town to Victoria Falls

Traverse South Africa’s diverse landscapes, from Cape Town’s storied coast to the wild expanses of Chobe National Park and the thundering power of Victoria Falls. Connect with the ancient history of the San people, trace Mandela’s legacy, and witness iconic wildlife with conservation experts who reveal the living story of the land and its people.

14 DaysCape Town to Johannesburg
Valid on May 5 2026Trip Code: DSCBNS
From $18599 USDIncluding taxes and fees

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Travel Style: National Geographic Signature

Exceptional exploration led by renowned experts, offering rare, private access to the world’s most storied sites — all defined by an unparalleled level of service and comfort.

Service Level: Luxury

Five-star hospitality and meticulously curated inclusions, featuring iconic properties, fine dining, and private door-to-door service.

Physical Grading: 2 - Light

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

Merchandising: New Trips

Merchandising: Planeterra Project

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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Signature: Southern Africa from Cape Town to Victoria Falls - Itinerary

Trip Start: Cape TownTrip End: Johannesburg

DAY 1

Cape Town

Welcome to South Africa. Your expedition begins at the airport where you will be met and transferred to your hotel near the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, where the hum of the city meets the crash of the Atlantic. Take the evening to settle in, stretching your legs along the harbour promenade or simply admiring the silhouette of Table Mountain rising above the city lights as you prepare for the experience ahead.

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

Arrival Day:
The adventure begins tomorrow. Feel free to explore on your own before your welcome meeting on the morning of day two. Check for the meeting time in the welcome note at the hotel.

InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town by IHG:
InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town by IHG

Signature: Southern Africa from Cape Town to Victoria Falls - Itinerary

Trip Start: Cape TownTrip End: Johannesburg
DAY 1
Cape Town

DAY 1

Cape Town

Welcome to South Africa. Your expedition begins at the airport where you will be met and transferred to your hotel near the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, where the hum of the city meets the crash of the Atlantic. Take the evening to settle in, stretching your legs along the harbour promenade or simply admiring the silhouette of Table Mountain rising above the city lights as you prepare for the experience ahead.

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

Arrival Day:
The adventure begins tomorrow. Feel free to explore on your own before your welcome meeting on the morning of day two. Check for the meeting time in the welcome note at the hotel.

InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town by IHG:
InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town by IHG

DAY 2
Cape Town
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DAY 3
Cape Town
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DAY 4
Cape Town
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DAY 5
Cape Town/Johannesburg
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DAY 6
Johannesburg to Greater Kruger Area via Hoedspruit
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DAY 7
Greater Kruger Area
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DAY 8
Greater Kruger Area to Kruger National Park via Hazyview
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DAY 9
Kruger National Park
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DAY 10
Kruger National Park/Victoria Falls
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DAY 11
Victoria Falls
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DAY 12
Victoria Falls/Chobe National Park
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DAY 13
Chobe National Park
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DAY 14
Chobe National Park/Johannesburg
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What’s Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre, Yzerfontein
  • Your G for Good Moment: Shabalala Interpretation of Culture Centre Visit, Hazyview
  • Your G for Good Moment: Lusumpuko Women's Club Lunch, Victoria Falls
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group, Cape Town
  • Signature Moment: !Khwa ttu San Cultural Experience, Yzerfontein
  • Your Foodie Moment: Interactive Cape Malay Cooking Class & Neighbourhood Walk, Cape Town
  • Signature Moment: Private Tour & Talk at the Nelson Mandela Foundation, Johannesburg
  • Signature Moment: Private Zambezi River Dinner Cruise, Victoria Falls
  • Signature Moment: Photo Safari Cruise on the Chobe River, Chobe National Park
  • Arrival transfer
  • Private wine tasting at Groote Post Wine Estate
  • Table Mountain Aerial Cableway ride to the summit
  • Walking tour of the Bo-Kaap Neighbourhood
  • Guided visit to District Six Museum
  • African Dining Experience at Gold restaurant
  • Guided visit of Cape of Good Hope with a ride on the Flying Dutchman Funicular
  • Visit to the Boulders Penguin Colony Visitor Center
  • Internal flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg
  • Private guided tour of the Apartheid Museum
  • Internal flight from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit
  • Afternoon safari drive with an EWT conservationist in the Greater Kruger Area
  • Morning and afternoon safari drives in the Thornybush Private Game Reserve
  • Kruger National Park Safari Drives
  • Internal between Kruger and Victoria Falls
  • Attend the Simunye Theatre Show and meet the cast
  • Private, guided tour of Victoria Falls
  • Talk given by the Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust
  • Chobe National Park Safari Drives
  • Engaging Discussions with the National Geographic Expert Throughout
  • Internal Flight from Kasane to Johannesburg
  • Departure Transfer
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Accommodations
  • Hotels (9 nts), Lodges (4 nts).
Meals
  • 13 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 11 dinners
Transportation
  • Private vehicle, 4x4 safari vehicle, boat, plane, walking.
Staff & experts
  • National Geographic Expedition Leader and National Geographic Expedition Expert throughout.

Signature: Southern Africa from Cape Town to Victoria Falls Departure Dates

All Years

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Sat, Jan 16 2027Fri, Jan 29 2027Open (22)$18,599 USD
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Sat, Jan 30 2027Fri, Feb 12 2027Open (22)$18,599 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Apr 17 2027Fri, Apr 30 2027Open (22)$19,599 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, May 22 2027Fri, Jun 04 2027Open (22)$19,599 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Jun 05 2027Fri, Jun 18 2027Open (22)$19,599 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)

USEFUL INFO

Your G for Good Moment: !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre, Yzerfontein
Your G for Good Moment: Shabalala Interpretation of Culture Centre Visit, Hazyview
Your G for Good Moment: Lusumpuko Women's Club Lunch, Victoria Falls
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group, Cape Town
Signature Moment: !Khwa ttu San Cultural Experience, Yzerfontein
Your Foodie Moment: Interactive Cape Malay Cooking Class & Neighbourhood Walk, Cape Town
Signature Moment: Private Tour & Talk at the Nelson Mandela Foundation, Johannesburg
Signature Moment: Private Zambezi River Dinner Cruise, Victoria Falls
Signature Moment: Photo Safari Cruise on the Chobe River, Chobe National Park. Arrival transfer. Private wine tasting at Groote Post Wine Estate. Table Mountain Aerial Cableway ride to the summit. Walking tour of the Bo-Kaap Neighbourhood. Guided visit to District Six Museum. African Dining Experience at Gold restaurant. Guided visit of Cape of Good Hope with a ride on the Flying Dutchman Funicular. Visit to the Boulders Penguin Colony Visitor Center. Internal flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Private guided tour of the Apartheid Museum. Internal flight from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit. Afternoon safari drive with an EWT conservationist in the Greater Kruger Area. Morning and afternoon safari drives in the Thornybush Private Game Reserve. Kruger National Park Safari Drives. Internal between Kruger and Victoria Falls. Attend the Simunye Theatre Show and meet the cast. Private, guided tour of Victoria Falls. Talk given by the Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust. Chobe National Park Safari Drives. Engaging Discussions with the National Geographic Expert Throughout. Internal Flight from Kasane to Johannesburg. Departure Transfer. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Connect with the San people through immersive history storytelling and traditional food, Sip award-winning vintages and meet one of South Africa’s top winemakers in the Darling Hills, Hear Christo Brand share personal tales of Nelson Mandela’s final years at Victor Verster, Sleep suspended over the Sabie River in a restored train carriage at Kruger Shalati, Experience the sheer force and grandeur of Victoria Falls on a private guided tour offering an unforgettable, up-close encounter with "The Smoke That Thunders," Capture wildlife up close on the Chobe River with guidance from an expert photographer

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 view a final copy of your Trip Details 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.

1. TRAVEL DAYS
This is not a physically demanding journey; however, travelling can be difficult, with long drives and poor road conditions at times. Despite this, most clients feel that the diversity of the African landscape, countries, culture and wildlife are all well worth the experience. We use a comfortable and safe air-conditioned touring vehicle for the long drives.

2. YELLOW FEVER
It may be required to show a Yellow Fever certificate if you are traveling to South Africa from a Yellow Fever endemic country.

3. COMBO TRIP
Please note that this trip is a combination of multiple G Adventures tours (Cape Town, Kruger). As such, the staff and/or particular vehicles operating your tour may change between tour segments. You may also expect some group members to join or leave the tour, between tour segments.

4. MONEY EXCHANGE
We strongly advise that you bring ZAR or USD from your home country or exchange money before the start of the tour, to avoid delays on tour. Please see the Money Exchange section for more details.

5. DRONES
The use of drones in national parks in Southern Africa is prohibited.

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