Independent South Africa, Zimbabwe & Botswana
Independent South Africa, Zimbabwe & Botswana
Independent South Africa, Zimbabwe & Botswana
13 Days Starting in Cape Town, South Africa and ending in Johannesburg, South Africa
Visiting: Cape Town, Greater Kruger National Park Area, Greater Kruger Area, Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, Chobe Area, Africa
Tour operator:
Tour code:
IQS3-2024
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the "Independent South Africa, Zimbabwe & Botswana" tour, a perfect blend of nature, wildlife, and cultural experiences. Begin your journey in Cape Town, where you’ll ascend Table Mountain, visit Boulders Beach to see African Penguins, and explore the Cape of Good Hope. Continue to the Greater Kruger National Park for thrilling game drives to spot the "Big 5." In Johannesburg, delve into history at the Apartheid Museum and Mandela House. Marvel at the majestic Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and enjoy a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. Conclude your tour in Botswana’s Chobe National Park, renowned for its abundant wildlife and stunning landscapes. This tour offers a rich tapestry of experiences across three incredible countries.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Cape Town,South Africa
Location: Cape Town
Accommodation Name: Southern Sun The Cullinan
Welcome to South Africa! Your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.
ARRIVE IN CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA Welcome to South Africa! Your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.CAPE-TOWN.jpg
Day 2: Cape Town
Location: Cape Town
Accommodation Name: Southern Sun The Cullinan
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
CAPE TOWN• Start your private guided sightseeing with a cable-car ride up Table Mountain for stunning views over the “Mother City.” • Nature calls during a your visit to Boulders Beach where a colony of endangered African Penguins greet you with their unique sound. • At Cape Point Nature Reserve, stop at the Cape of Good Hope for photos and memorable views where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet. Then on to Cape Point, for a funicular ride to the steps of the old lighthouse. On your return journey, skirt the rocky coastline as you ascend Chapman’s Peak Drive, one of the most spectacular drives in the world.(B,L)CAPE-TOWN-TABLE-MOUNTAIN.jpg
Day 3: Cape Town
Location: Cape Town
Accommodation Name: Southern Sun The Cullinan
Meals Included: Breakfast
CAPE TOWN• Enjoy a full day at your leisure.(B)Today’s I-Time Tips Enjoy a full day at leisure for your own discoveries. Perhaps explore the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, take an excursion to the stunning Cape Winelands for wine tasting, or go whale watching in nearby Hermanus (June-October).CAPE-TOWN-VICTORIA-AND-ALFRED-WATERFRONT.jpg
Day 4: Cape Town,Greater Kruger National Park Area
Location: Greater Kruger National Park Area
Accommodation Name: Makalali River Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
CAPE TOWN–GREATER KRUGER NATIONAL PARK AREA• Fly to the Greater Kruger National Park area and transfer to your lodge in a private game reserve, home to an abundance of wildlife including the famed “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo. • Set out on your first game drive this afternoon in an open-air, 4-wheel-drive safari vehicle.(B,D)KRUGER-NATIONAL-PARK-ZEBRA.jpg
Day 5: Greater Kruger Area
Location: Greater Kruger Area
Accommodation Name: Makalali River Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
GREATER KRUGER AREA• Learn about this special ecosystem from the professional Ranger as you view wildlife up close on morning and afternoon game drives. Beyond the “Big 5,” you’ll have the chance to see kudu, giraffe, hippo, cheetah, spotted hyena, bushbaby, and more! (B,L,D)KRUGER-NATIONAL-PARK-IMPALA.jpg
Day 6: Greater Kruger Area
Location: Greater Kruger Area
Accommodation Name: Makalali River Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
GREATER KRUGER AREA• Embark on your morning game drive before returning to your lodge for breakfast. Your afternoon game drive concludes with a sundowner drink as the sun sets over the bushveld! (B,L,D)Today’s I-Time Tips Take advantage of the lodge pool, relax with a book, or enjoy a drink at the bar.KRUGER-NATIONAL-PARK.jpg
Day 7: Greater Kruger Area,Johannesburg
Location: Greater Kruger Area
Accommodation Name: Sandton Sun
Meals Included: Breakfast
GREATER KRUGER AREA–JOHANNESBURG• Enjoy one last game drive this morning before flying to Johannesburg. (B)Today’s I-Time Tips Settle in to your hotel or explore Mandela Square with it’s shops and restaurants. KRUGER-NATIONAL-PARK-RHINO.jpg
Day 8: Johannesburg
Location: Johannesburg
Accommodation Name: Sandton Sun
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
JOHANNESBURG• Today’s private guided sightseeing tour starts with a visit to the Apartheid Museum to learn of the history of South Africa before delving into the apartheid years. • In Soweto (South Western Township), the largest township in the country, visit Mandela House and see the neighborhood that was home to Nobel Peace Prize winners Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Nelson Mandela. Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant before transferring back to your hotel for time at leisure.(B,L)SOWETO-NELSON-MANDELA’S-HOUSE.jpg
Day 9: Johannesburg,Victoria Falls,Zimbabwe
Location: Victoria Falls
Accommodation Name: Ilala Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
JOHANNESBURG–VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE• Today, fly to Zimbabwe, home of awe-inspiring Victoria Falls. • A cruise on the Zambezi River affords you a wonderful opportunity to photograph wildlife and a spectacular Africa sunset. Yes, drinks and canapés are included!(B)ZIMBABWE-ZAMBEZI-RIVER.jpg
Day 10: Victoria Falls
Location: Victoria Falls
Accommodation Name: Ilala Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
VICTORIA FALLS• Feel the thunder on your private guided walk along Victoria Falls, where you will learn the history of the falls and hear fascinating details about the surrounding flora and fauna.(B)Today’s I-Time Tips Soar high above the falls on an optional helicopter ride or visit a local village. VICTORIA-FALLS-ZIMBABWE.jpg
Day 11: Victoria Falls,Chobe National Park Area,Botswana
Location: Chobe National Park
Accommodation Name: Elephant Valley Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
VICTORIA FALLS–CHOBE NATIONAL PARK AREA, BOTSWANA• Today, a private transfer brings you to Chobe National Park, featuring some of the greatest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. • Afternoon game activity: choice of game drive in Chobe National Park or boat excursion on the Chobe River.(B,L,D)CHOBE-ELEPHANTS.jpg
Day 12: Chobe Area
Location: Chobe Area
Accommodation Name: Elephant Valley Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
CHOBE AREA• Explore this stunning land on morning and afternoon game activities: choice of game drive or boat excursion. You may see giraffe, lion, lechwe, and huge herds of the largest elephants in the world. (B,L,D)Today’s I-Time Tips During the heat of the day relax by the pool or take a safari siesta. CHOBE-LECHWES.jpg
Day 13: Chobe Area,Johannesburg
Location: Johannesburg
Meals Included: Breakfast
CHOBE AREA–JOHANNESBURG Your vacation ends with a flight to Johannesburg. Schedule departing flights after 7 pm. (B)JOHANNESBURG-SKYLINE.jpg
UNESCO Sites
Cape Floral Region Protected Areas|Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls
Meals
Breakfast daily; 6 lunches; 5 dinners
Notes
For approximately one month each year (typically late July to mid-September), Table Mountain Aerial Cableway is closed for annual maintenance. In these instances, a private tour of Kirstenbosch National Garden will be included in its place. During the dry season (September-December) and particularly dry years, water flow to Victoria Falls may be low. All game viewing is done at your own risk and requires a signed liability waiver prior to travel. Due to rough driving on/off road and in/between game parks, this vacation is not recommended for guests with serious back problems or mobility issues.
Accommodation
Cape Town: Southern Sun The Cullinan; Kruger National Park Area: Makalali River Lodge; Johannesburg: Sandton Sun; Victoria Falls: Ilala Lodge; Chobe National Park Area: Elephant Valley Lodge.
Mode of Transport
Transportation includes flights between major destinations and transfers to and from lodges and hotels. Game drives are conducted in open-air, 4-wheel-drive safari vehicles.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of wildlife can I expect to see during the game drives in the Greater Kruger National Park area?
During the game drives in the Greater Kruger National Park area, you can expect to see an abundance of wildlife including the 'Big 5'—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo. Additionally, you may encounter kudu, giraffe, hippo, cheetah, spotted hyena, bushbaby, and more.
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What activities are included during the stay in Cape Town?
In Cape Town, the tour includes a private guided sightseeing tour with a cable-car ride up Table Mountain, a visit to Boulders Beach to see the endangered African Penguins, and a stop at the Cape of Good Hope in Cape Point Nature Reserve. You will also take a funicular ride to the old lighthouse and drive along Chapman's Peak Drive.
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What can I do during the leisure day in Cape Town?
During the leisure day in Cape Town, you can explore the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, take an excursion to the Cape Winelands for wine tasting, or go whale watching in nearby Hermanus (June-October).
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What is included in the visit to Johannesburg?
In Johannesburg, the tour includes a private guided sightseeing tour with a visit to the Apartheid Museum and Mandela House in Soweto. You will also see the neighborhood that was home to Nobel Peace Prize winners Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Nelson Mandela, and enjoy lunch in a local restaurant.
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What activities are available at Victoria Falls?
At Victoria Falls, the tour includes a private guided walk along the falls to learn about its history and the surrounding flora and fauna. Additionally, you can opt for a helicopter ride above the falls or visit a local village.
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What can I expect during the stay in Chobe National Park Area, Botswana?
In Chobe National Park Area, Botswana, you can choose between a game drive in Chobe National Park or a boat excursion on the Chobe River. You may see giraffe, lion, lechwe, and large herds of elephants. Morning and afternoon game activities are included, and you can relax by the pool or take a safari siesta during the heat of the day.
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What is the accommodation like during the tour?
The accommodation during the tour includes stays at Southern Sun The Cullinan in Cape Town, Makalali River Lodge in the Greater Kruger National Park area, Sandton Sun in Johannesburg, Ilala Lodge in Victoria Falls, and Elephant Valley Lodge in the Chobe National Park area.
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What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes breakfast daily, 6 lunches, and 5 dinners.
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Are there any special notes or considerations for this tour?
Yes, for approximately one month each year (typically late July to mid-September), Table Mountain Aerial Cableway is closed for annual maintenance, and a private tour of Kirstenbosch National Garden will be included instead. During the dry season (September-December) and particularly dry years, water flow to Victoria Falls may be low. All game viewing is done at your own risk and requires a signed liability waiver prior to travel. Due to rough driving on/off road and in/between game parks, this vacation is not recommended for guests with serious back problems or mobility issues.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of globus charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.