Kruger, Falls & Zimbabwe: Mineral Pools & National Parks Tour with 8 Reviews by G Adventures

8 daysDuration

Group TourJoin a group of travelers

22 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 39 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

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

Starts

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Ends

Johannesburg, South Africa

Highlights

Spot the "big five" in Kruger National Park.

gaze out across Victoria Falls.

observe wildlife from a safari vehicle in Matobo National Park.

experience local dancing.

discover the less-visited Zimbabwe

Itinerary

Embark on the ultimate wildlife journey across Southern Africa with the "Kruger, Falls & Zimbabwe: Mineral Pools & National Parks" tour, an eight-day adventure designed for young adults seeking a moderate physical challenge. Start at Victoria Falls and travel through Zimbabwe, Zambia, and South Africa, with highlights including Tshipise, Livingstone, and the legendary Kruger National Park.

Track wildlife on foot in Matobo National Park, embark on open-vehicle safaris, and delve into the traditions of local communities. With all accommodations, transport, and meals provided, this group tour ensures a seamless, immersive experience.

The standout feature? A unique blend of up-close wildlife encounters—like searching for the "big five"—and cultural exploration, making this tour package ideal for adventurous travelers who want to see Africa’s wonders beyond the guidebooks.

day 1 - Victoria Falls

Arrive at any time.

Tonight, head out with your CEO and group to further explore together in Victoria Falls. Sip a drink at Shearwater Village after your welcome meeting. Sit back, relax, enjoy the rushing sound of the falls, down a beer, and get to know your fellow travel mates as the adventure begins.
Victoria Falls is a great base to kick-off a southern African adventure to see some natural wonders and take part in some exciting activities. Arrive before your tour starts and opt to get up close (and wet from the spray) while awing at the immense Victoria Falls, raft the whitewater of the mighty Zambezi, or for the more adventurous, bungee jump with Victoria Falls in view.

Accomodation:Explorers Village Camping (or similar)

Included Activities:Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr, Connect With New Friends

Optional Activities:Livingstone Island (Devil's Pool) Morning Breezer , Livingstone Island (Devil's Pool) Swim Take a swim on the wild side. Travel to Livingstone Island and take the opportunity to swim in the Devil's Pool - a rock pool at the lip of Victoria Falls, offering visitors the incredible experience of peering over the edge of one of the largest waterfalls in the world. Please note that this activity is only offered in the low water season (August to December), and on the Lunch and High Tea excursions. Due to high demand, we strongly recommend speaking to your CEO at the beginning of the tour to book this activity in advance. Please note that this activity takes place in Livingstone, Zambia, and visa fees are not included in the price of this activity., Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride - 25min , Bridge Swing over the Zambezi Get strapped up, step over the Victoria Falls Bridge and free fall for 80 meters into the Batoka Gorge. Enjoy the views as you swing back and forth over the roaring Zambezi river, with cascading waterfalls at your side. Don't think you can hack it alone? Swing with a partner., Microlight Flight over Victoria Falls Take a 12-15 Microlight flight over the falls to get an unparalleled, unobstructed view of the spectacular gorge that the Zambezi River has carved into the surrounding landscape over thousands of years. Please note that this activity takes place in Livingstone, Zambia and visa fees are not included in the price of this activity., Canoeing the Zambezi Opt to canoe above the Falls on the upper Zambezi for a unique and tranquil bird and animal sighting experience., Victoria Falls Helicopter Ride - 15 Mins , Zambezi Bungee Jump Get the adrenaline pumping with a bungee jump from the Victoria Falls Bridge over the Zambezi River. Hear the rush of Victoria Falls as you enjoy this once in a lifetime experience., Victoria Falls Whitewater Rafting , Full Day Excursion to Chobe National Park

day 2 - Victoria Falls/Matobo National Park

Rise early to the sounds of Victoria Falls thundering in the distance before the group heads out on the long, but scenic drive to Matobo National Park. Take this time to enjoy the scenery, get to know your group more, and reflect on what you hope to gain from taking this trip.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:African Wanderer Campsite (or similar)

Transport:Lando Duration : 6.0 hr Distance : 475 km

day 3 - Matobo National Park

Huge granite masses, land that has been walked on for forty thousand years, and a peaceful quiet that will have you wondering why you would ever want to return to the hustle and bustle of the modern world are what await you on this visit to Matobo National Park in Zimbabwe. Hop aboard an open wildlife safari vehicle and have an immersive experience in the park focussing on edible plants, visit a Khoisan cave with historic cave paintings, and enjoy close encounters with wildlife, while learning about rhino conservation efforts.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:African Wanderer Campsite (or similar)

Included Activities:Guided Rhino Walk , Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive

day 4 - Matobo National Park/Tshipise

Another day, another slice of adventure! Make the most of your Day getting to know the people in your group. Share past travel stories, take backseat bus selfies, and watch as the African scenery passes you by on your way across the border into South Africa. In the evening sit back, relax, tip your head to the sky and bask in the warm water of the mineral pool at our campsite.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:Tshipise a Forever Resort Campsite (or similar)

Transport:Lando Duration : 7.0 hr Distance : 600 km

Included Activity:Border Crossing (Zimbabwe - South Africa)

Optional Activities:Hot Springs Soak After a long day of traveling, take a relaxing soak in the warm water mineral pool at the campsite. “Tshipise” meaning “something warm”, refers to the mineral springs feeding the pool. The famous Tshipise koppie (hill) towers protectively over the charming resort, set amongst a host of indigenous trees.

day 5 - Tshipise/Kruger National Park

Welcome to wildlife country! Kruger is the kind of place that you’ll visit, but still want to return to over and over again. With nearly 5 million acres this park offers some of the best access to wild animals in Africa, so prepare for an epic time… (but you already knew that!) Keep those cameras at the ready and experience your ultimate African safari fantasy become a reality.

Search for lions, elephants and many other animals on a full-day wildlife safari drive. Word of advice? Remember that it’s not all about the animals. This sprawling sanctuary is home to much more; think giant baobab, fever, and marula trees towering over the savannah in a place that feels older than time itself. Stop at prime viewing areas like Hippo Pool, the Kruger Tablets, and the Red Rocks, while you simply revel in your primitive surroundings as nature moves around you.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:Satara Rest Campsite (or similar)

Transport:Lando Duration : 1.0 hr - 1.5 hr

Included Activity:Kruger Wildlife Safari Drive Duration : 6.0 hr

day 6 - Kruger National Park/Greater Kruger Area

Yesterday was only a taste of the beauty that resides in the National Parks of South Africa. Today, you will head out into Kruger NP again on another wildlife safari drive in the Lando. (Upgrade alert! You can choose to embark on this experience in a 4x4 safari vehicle instead.)

Take your gaze to the sky today and try to search for all of the things you didn’t get to yesterday. In the evening fill your bellies with a traditional dinner together, then grab someone’s hand and work up a sweat with some local dancing as the night settles around you.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:Aan De Vliet Holiday Resort (or similar)

Transport:Lando Duration : 7.0 hr Distance : 200 km

Included Activities:Kruger Wildlife Safari Drive Duration : 6.0 hr, Traditional Dinner and Local Dancing

Optional Activities:Kruger Open Vehicle Safari Drive

day 7 - Greater Kruger Area/Johannesburg

While you may be leaving the bush behind today, the memories will stay with you forever. So don’t despair, instead look ahead with excitement as you journey back to Johannesburg, South Africa’s largest city and economic heart.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch

Accomodation:Hotel Sky Sandton (or similar)

Transport:Lando Duration : 8.0 hr Distance : 407 km

day 8 - Johannesburg

Depart at any time.

Alas, it’s time to go home, but not before giving "Jozi" some love! Perhaps you’ll extend for a few days and enjoy this vibrant, up and coming South African city? Wander through important cultural spaces like the Apartheid Museum and the Mandela House, soaking in the history that shaped Johannesburg. Sample food, music, and art in the city’s trendy neighbourhoods like Melville and give yourself time to relax and unwind before returning home.

Meal:Breakfast

Kruger, Falls & Zimbabwe: Mineral Pools & National Parks

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What's Included

Accommodation

Simple hotel (1 nts), participation camping (6 nts).

Meals

7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
Note: Allow USD60-80 for meals not included.Traditional dinner and local dancing

Transport

Lando (overland adventure vehicle), walking, 4x4 open safari vehicle.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

2 CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) throughout as head guide/cook and driver, local guides.

Included activities

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour First Night Out Moment: Connect With New FriendsGuided nature walk and open vehicle wildlife safari drive in Matobo NPKruger NP entrance and wildlife safari drives

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