10-Day Best-Priced Cape Town, Kruger & Victoria Falls

Overview
Embark on a 10-day adventure through some of Southern Africa’s most iconic destinations. Begin in Cape Town, one of the world’s top-rated tourist cities, where natural beauty and vibrant culture collide. Known as South Africa’s ‘Mother City’, Cape Town is nestled between two oceans, with Table Mountain, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, as a stunning backdrop.

Explore the city’s lively cultural scene, from the bustling V&A Waterfront to the pristine beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay, and visit the famous Boulders Beach, home to a large colony of endangered African penguins. Cape Town’s beauty is also found in its surroundings, with scenic drives that lead to must-see destinations like the Cape Point Nature Reserve, the renowned Cape Winelands, and Hermanus, Africa’s whale-watching capital from July to November.

Your journey then takes you to the exclusive Sabi Sands Game Reserve, located alongside the Kruger National Park. Known for its unrivalled Big 5 safari experiences, Sabi Sands offers extraordinary wildlife viewing in a private reserve, free from crowds. Here, you may even witness all the Big 5 in a single game drive, making it a dream destination for safari enthusiasts.

Conclude your adventure at Victoria Falls, the world’s largest curtain of falling water. Enjoy a breathtaking scenic flight over the falls, followed by romantic boat cruises on the Zambezi River. For those seeking more excitement, Victoria Falls offers thrilling activities like micro-lighting, bungee jumping, and white-water rafting, living up to its reputation as the ‘Adrenalin Capital of Africa’. From February to July (with peak intensity between March and April), the Zambezi River is at its fullest, offering an awe-inspiring view of the waterfall at its most thunderous.

Highlights & Activities

• Stay at a charming Victorian-era guest house
• Discover Cape Town’s top attractions
• Enjoy superb game viewing in Sabi Sands, home to the Big 5
• Be just 5 minutes from Victoria Falls Town
• Witness the grandeur of Victoria Falls, the largest waterfall on Earth

Summary
Tour Duration: 10 Days
Start: Cape Town Central, South Africa
End: Victoria Falls, Zambia

Days 1-5: Welcome to the Mother City! | 4 Nights

Cape Town Central, South Africa

Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport, enjoy a short drive to Welgelegen House, an elegant guest house located in the peaceful and leafy Gardens neighborhood. Offering secure parking for your rental car, Welgelegen is conveniently positioned just around the corner from Kloof and Long Street—two vibrant areas known for their eclectic mix of restaurants, bars, and cafes.

Spend your days immersing yourself in Cape Town’s rich cultural and culinary scene. Explore the neighborhood on foot, or take short drives to iconic landmarks such as Table Mountain, the beautiful beaches of Camps Bay and Clifton, and the lively V&A Waterfront. If you’re in the mood for a scenic adventure, venture a little further to discover the world-renowned Cape Winelands or the breathtaking Cape Point Nature Reserve, where rugged landscapes meet dramatic coastlines.

Day 5-8: Your Big 5 Safari in Sabi Sands | 3 Nights

Kruger National Park, South Africa

Today, drive back to Cape Town International Airport for a short flight to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, where you will be transferred to one of the Kruger region’s hidden gems: the Sabi Sands. Upon arrival, check into your comfortable suite at Idube Lodge, nestled within a lush indigenous garden surrounded by tall trees and verdant lawns.

Relax beside the lodge’s sparkling swimming pool, a prime spot for bird watching and wildlife viewing, as families of warthogs and nyala antelope often graze on the lawns. Unwind on the private deck of your suite, where you can observe resident ground squirrels and vervet monkeys in their natural habitat. The lodge’s open main lounge provides a welcoming environment to relax, watch the surroundings, and anticipate more wildlife sightings.

Embark on thrilling game drives through the Sabi Sands, one of Africa’s premier safari destinations. This private game reserve, sharing an unfenced border with the famous Kruger National Park, is teeming with wildlife, including the legendary Big 5—lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant, and rhino—along with over 500 bird species. Sabi Sands is renowned for its consistent and rewarding wildlife encounters, making it one of the best areas for safari in South Africa.

Day 8-10: Experience ‘The Smoke that Thunders’ | 2 Nights

Victoria Falls, Zambia