Journeys: Southern Africa Highlights

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21 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

10 peopleMaximum group size

12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Ends

Cape Town, South Africa

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

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Highlights

Take in dramatic landscapes of Namibia's coastal deserts.

Discover the thunderous wonder of Victoria Falls.

Meet a researcher from the Carnivore Conservation Programme.

Enjoy a scenic drive along South Africa's Panorama Route.

Stroll through magnficent Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden

Itinerary

Set off on a once-in-a-lifetime journey through southern Africa with the Journeys: Southern Africa Highlights tour. Over 21 days, this carefully curated adventure showcases the region’s most awe-inspiring wildlife, landscapes, and cities—from the cosmopolitan energy of Cape Town to the thunderous spectacle of Victoria Falls.

Travelers with a taste for easy-paced discovery will enjoy tracking elephants and big cats in Kruger National Park, soaking in the surreal vistas of Namibia’s deserts, and savoring local flavors at bustling markets. The tour features comfortable accommodations, guided excursions, and seamless transport, ensuring a worry-free travel experience for seasoned explorers and seniors alike.

A distinguishing feature of this trip is its comprehensive approach, weaving together wildlife, culture, and natural wonders for a truly immersive African safari adventure.

day 1Cape Town

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.

Accomodation

The Portswood Hotel (or similar)

Transport

Transport Duration : 1.0 hr

Included Activity

Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting Duration : 1.0 hr

day 2Cape Town

day 3Cape Town

day 4Cape Town/Johannesburg

day 5Johannesburg/Greater Kruger Area

day 6Kruger National Park

day 7Greater Kruger Area/Karongwe Private Game Reserve

day 8Karongwe Private Game Reserve

day 9Karongwe Private Game Reserve/Johannesburg

day 10Johannesburg/Windhoek

day 11Windhoek/Sesriem

day 12Sesriem

day 13Sesriem/Swakopmund

day 14Swakopmund

day 15Swakopmund

day 16Swakopmund/Etosha National Park Area

day 17Etosha National Park Area

day 18Etosha National Park Area/Windhoek

day 19Windhoek/Victoria Falls

day 20Victoria Falls

day 21Victoria Falls

What's Included

Accommodation

Hotel – 9 nts, Lodge – 9 nts, Comfortable tent or chalets – 2 nts.

Meals

20 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 13 dinners
Note: Allow USD380-495 for meals not included.

Transport

Air-conditioned touring vehicle, 4x4, open safari vehicle, plane, walking.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

National Geographic Expedition Leader for Kruger & Namibia, local Expedition Leader in Cape Town and Victoria Falls, local guides/rangers.

Included activities

Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Kirstenbosch Guided Walk, Cape TownYour Journeys Highlight Moment: Carnivore Conservation Experience, Karongwe Private Game ReserveYour Journeys Highlight Moment: Mondesa Township Walk, SwakopmundYour Journeys Highlight Moment: Cheetah Conservation Experience, OtjiwarongoYour Journeys Highlight Moment: Zimbabwean Family Dinner, Victoria FallsYour Foodie Moment: Boma Braai, Karongwe Private Game ReserveYour Discover Moment: SwakopmundArrival transferOrientation drive of Cape TownExcursion to Cape Point and Boulders BeachSoweto tourPanorama Route scenic drive with entrancesKruger National Park and private nature reserve wildlife safari drives in open vehiclesSossusvlei desert excursionDesert excursion with a localSandwich Harbour & Skeleton Coast ExcursionFull-day open-vehicle wildlife safari drive in EtoshaTour of Victoria FallsInternal flights

What's Excluded

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