Best of Africa's Wildlife: Cape Town, Kruger, Hwange, & Chobe

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16 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

16 peopleMaximum group size

12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Cape Town, South Africa

Ends

Kasane, Botswana

Highlights

Take in stunning views of Table Mountain and enjoy a farm-to-table feast.

Spot wildlife up close on thrilling safari drives through Kruger National Park.

Dine under the stars with a classic bush dinner at camp.

Feel the mist of Victoria Falls and explore Zimbabwe’s wildlife-rich landscapes.

Search for the Big Five in Zimbabwe’s Hwange National Park.

Cruise the Chobe River and watch wildlife along the banks

Itinerary

If you’ve ever dreamed of an African safari that covers all the highlights, Best of Africa's Wildlife: Cape Town, Kruger, Hwange, & Chobe is the tour package for you. Over 16 unforgettable days, you’ll journey from cosmopolitan Cape Town to the wilds of Botswana, blending breathtaking wildlife with meaningful conservation experiences.

Ride the cable car to Table Mountain’s summit before flying to Johannesburg for a week immersed in the sights and sounds of Kruger National Park. Track the Big Five on safari drives, visit Jane Goodall’s Chimp Eden, and feel the spray of Victoria Falls. Continue to Hwange National Park—Zimbabwe’s elephant haven—before concluding with the wildlife-rich landscapes of Botswana’s Chobe National Park.

The unique selling point? This trip combines Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations with hands-on conservation and local interaction. For those seeking a varied and meaningful safari experience, this journey delivers the best of Africa’s wild side.

day 1 - Cape Town

Arrive at any time. Attend an evening welcome meeting at the joining hotel before an optional group dinner.

Accomodation:Inn on the Square (or similar)

Included Activity:Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

day 2 - Cape Town

Enjoy breakfast and then depart for Table Mountain. Ride to the top on the cable car and explore the area on hiking trails leading to scenic views before riding back down. Spend the afternoon on your own partaking in one of the many optional activities in the area. Tonight, choose to attend another group dinner to celebrate your beautiful Day in this vibrant city.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Inn on the Square (or similar)

Included Activity:Table Mountain Visit via the Cable Car Duration : 3.0 hr

Optional Activities:Sandboarding Half Day Tour - Atlantis Dunes , Hout Bay Kayaking Half Day Tour , Cape Point Explorer Day Tour , West Coast Explorer Day Tour

day 3 - Cape Town/Johannesburg

Transfer to the airport in the morning and fly from Cape Town to Johannesburg. Enjoy an included Braai dinner to get a taste of South African fare for the next leg of your adventure.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Onomo Johannesburg Sandton Hotel (or similar)

Transport:Plane Duration : 3.0 hr

day 4 - Johannesburg/Greater Kruger Area

Depart Johannesburg early to get a jump start on today's long drive. An included lunch along the way will break up the drive and give you a chance to stretch your legs. Arrive to your lodge accommodations in the late afternoon, just in time to freshen up for dinner with the group.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:Bushveld Terrace Hotel on Kruger (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 7.0 hr - 8.5 hr Distance : 500 km

day 5 - Greater Kruger Area

Wake up bright and early today for an included bush walk. Take this opportunity to get up close and personal with the incredible nature that surrounds you. Enjoy a picnic lunch after the walk and then a few hours of well earned rest back at the lodge. In the later afternoon set off on a safari drive to the wildlife in Kruger National Park.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:SleepOver Orpen Gate (or similar)

Included Activities:Nature Walk - Awelani Conservancy Duration : 2.0 hr - 3.0 hr, Northern Kruger Wildlife Safari Drive Duration : 2.5 hr - 3.0 hr

day 6 - Kruger National Park Area

Enjoy an early start this morning to enter the park and enjoy the full-day safari drive through Kruger in search of the Big Five. After an exciting Day out in the wild, arrive late afternoon to your lodge and enjoy some local fare during dinner this evening.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Umbhaba Eco Lodge (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 9.0 hr - 10.0 hr Distance : 420 km

day 7 - Kruger National Park Area

Another full Day in Kruger awaits. Hop into a 4x4 to enjoy a more intimate wildlife safari drive, one offering a fresh perspective of the scenery and animals around you. Finish the Day with a delicious dinner with your fellow travelers.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Umbhaba Eco Lodge (or similar)

Included Activities:Kruger National Park Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive - Full day Duration : 6.0 hr - 7.0 hr, Traditional Dinner and Local Dancing

day 8 - Kruger National Park Area

Spend a free Day in the area and choose which optional activities are best for you. Possible options include a morning or afternoon safari drive in Kruger National Park, or a full-day tour along the Panorama Route to set those photography skills to the test. The route offers unbelievable views at every turn and traverses the Great Escarpment via thrilling mountain passes.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Umbhaba Eco Lodge (or similar)

Optional Activities:Kruger National Park Full Day Wildlife Safari Drive

day 9 - Kruger/Johannesburg

After breakfast at the lodge, witness first-hand the large role conservation plays in Kruger and the surrounding areas on an educational visit to The Jane Goodall Institute Chimpanzee Eden, commonly referred to as Chimp Eden. This animal sanctuary for rescued chimpanzees is located in the Umhloti Nature Reserve and a tour here is the perfect way to celebrate a visit to South Africa. Arrive to the lively city of Johannesburg in the early evening and enjoy a group dinner at the hotel.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Onomo Johannesburg Sandton Hotel (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 4.0 hr - 5.5 hr

day 10 - Johannesburg/Victoria Falls

Leave South Africa behind today and head to the epic wildlife and scenery of Zimbabwe. After breakfast the group will travel to the airport in Johannesburg and catch a flight to Victoria Falls. Upon arrival, there will be free time to get settled and relax before an included group dinner hosted by the Lusumpuko Women’s Club, a G Adventures-supported initiative.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:A Zambezi River Lodge (or similar)

Transport:Plane Duration : 1.75 hr - 2.0 hr

Included Activity:Lusumpuko Women's Club Dinner Duration : 1.0 hr

day 11 - Victoria Falls

It’s time for a free Day of exploration in Victoria Falls, home to the world’s largest sheet of falling water, and considered one of the Seven Natural Wonders. There are many activities to choose from like white water rafting, bungee jumping, the Bamba tram, or you can prebook the Victoria Falls helicopter ride. Come back together with the group in the evening for the Simunye Theatrical Show for a captivating performance and where dinner will be served.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:A Zambezi River Lodge (or similar)

Included Activity:Simunye Theatrical Show

Optional Activities:Bamba Tram , Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride - 15 Mins , Zipline over the Zambezi Glide along a zipline track for 300 metres over the rapids of the Batoka Gorge below. Take in incredible views of the Victoria Falls along the way., Zambezi Whitewater Rafting This activity is not available during some seasons due to safety reasons.

day 12 - Victoria Falls/Hwange National Park

Transfer to Hwange National Park today with a stop along the way to the Painted Dog Rehabilitation and Conservation Centre for a tour of the facilities. Learn about their efforts to save wild dogs in the area and reintroduce them to the wild. Then, continue on to your lodge stay where there will be free time to enjoy the property’s amenities or choose to join an optional afternoon or night safari drive into the national park.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Hwange Safari Lodge (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle

Included Activity:Painted Dog Rehabilitation and Conservation Centre Visit Duration : 1.0 hr

Optional Activities:Afternoon Wildlife Safari Drive , Night Safari Through Hwange National Park

day 13 - Hwange National Park

This morning the group will set out early for a safari drive through Hwange National Park. The park boasts over 100 mammal and 400 bird species, and houses all of Zimbabwe’s specially protected wildlife. Return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast and spend the remainder of the afternoon exploring on your own. Choose between enjoying the lodge’s amenities or perhaps another afternoon safari drive into the park.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Hwange Safari Lodge (or similar)

Included Activity:Morning Wildlife Safari Drive in Hwange National Park Duration : 3.0 hr

Optional Activities:Afternoon Wildlife Safari Drive

day 14 - Hwange NP to Chobe NP via Kasane

Leave Hwange National Park this morning and transfer to Victoria Falls where you’ll be able to grab a quick lunch on your own before crossing the border into Botswana. Arrive at the lodge near Chobe National Park in the afternoon. There will be free time to get settled and relax. Or you could choose to join the included Chobe River Sunset Cruise for a taste of what’s to come on this next leg of your adventure.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Thebe River Safari Lodge (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 3.5 hr Distance : 164 km, Private Vehicle Duration : 2.5 hr

Included Activity:Chobe River Sunset Cruise Duration : 3.0 hr

day 15 - Chobe National Park

Savour breakfast at the lodge before a morning safari drive through the wild landscape of Chobe National Park, home to the largest concentration of elephants in Africa and boasting some herds numbering in the hundreds. Other animals you may see while on safari here are lions, leopards, hippos, gazelles, and large herds of buffalo. Return to the lodge for lunch on your own before a free afternoon for optional activities in the area. Choose to prebook the Four Corners of Africa River cruise for a unique experience in the water where four countries meet. Dinner is included at the lodge this evening.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Thebe River Safari Lodge (or similar)

Included Activity:Chobe National Park Morning Safari Drive Duration : 2.5 hr Distance : 100 km

Optional Activities:4 Corners Africa Deluxe Bridge Tour , Chobe National Park Afternoon Safari Drive

day 16 - Chobe National Park/Kasane

Depart at any time.

Meal:Breakfast

Included Activity:Departure Day

Best of Africa's Wildlife: Cape Town, Kruger, Hwange, & Chobe

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What's Included

Accommodation

Hotels (6 nts), Lodges (9 nts)

Meals

15 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 12 dinners
Note: Allow USD185-240 for meals not included.Traditional Dinner and Local Dancing

Transport

Plane. Private vehicles, safari vehicles, walking.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Included activities

Your G for Good Moment: Lusumpuko Women's Club Dinner, Victoria FallsYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Discover Moment: Victoria FallsTable Mountain cable car ride and visitNature WalkWildlife Safari DriveKruger National Park Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari DriveChimp Eden TourSimunye Theatre ShowPainted Dog Rehabilitation and Conservation Centre TourEarly morning safari drive in Hwange NPChobe River Sunset CruiseMorning safari drive in Chobe NPFree time in Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Hwange, & Chobe for optional activities in the areaInternal flights

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