Victoria Falls to Cape Town Explorer

Arrival in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe—gateway to one of Africa’s greatest natural spectacles. 

On arrival, meet your guide and continue to the dramatic Lookout Café, perched high above the Batoka Gorge. Enjoy lunch with sweeping views over the Zambezi River far below—your first taste of the raw beauty and scale of this legendary region.

In the afternoon, set out to explore Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe side) at your own pace. Wander through mist-filled rainforest paths, pause at iconic viewpoints, and feel the thunderous power of Mosi-oa-Tunya—“The Smoke That Thunders”—one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.

Later, transfer to your hotel for check-in and time to unwind.

Dinner is available at the hotel restaurant.

Accommodation in Zambia: 3 nights

A Cross-Border Journey into the Wild

After breakfast, embark on an unforgettable full-day safari adventure into Chobe National Park, Botswana, celebrated for its immense elephant populations and extraordinary wildlife diversity. Border formalities are completed en route as the landscape transitions from riverine forests to open savannah.

Today’s highlights include:

• Morning open 4x4 game drive, tracking elephants, buffalo, giraffe, antelope, and—if fortune smiles—lions and other predators
• Buffet lunch at Cresta Mowana River Lodge, overlooking the Chobe River
• Superb birdwatching and tranquil photographic moments throughout the day

In the afternoon, enjoy a Chobe River boat safari, drifting silently past hippos, crocodiles, and elephants cooling themselves at the water’s edge—an exceptional perspective for wildlife photography.

Return to Livingstone in the early evening, enriched by a day deep in Africa’s wild heart.

Your Day, Your Pace

This flexible day invites you to design your own balance of relaxation and adventure, reflecting the bespoke nature of your journey.

Included:

• Leisure time at the hotel
• Lunch at the hotel restaurant
• Afternoon visit to Victoria Falls (Zambia side), offering alternative viewpoints and fresh photographic perspectives

Optional experiences (pre-booking recommended):

• Zambezi River sunset cruise
• Helicopter flight over Victoria Falls
• Cultural village visit
• Spa and wellness treatments

After breakfast, check out and enjoy a private transfer to Victoria Falls Airport. Fly via Johannesburg back to Cape Town.

On arrival, transfer to your hotel and continue your exploration of Cape Town and its surrounding landscapes, carrying with you the unforgettable memories of Africa’s untamed beauty.

Check in at your hotel.

Enjoy a relaxing walk at the V&A Waterfront, the city’s lively harbour district filled with ocean views, boutiques, live music and world-class restaurants. Dinner at a restaurant of your choice.

Accommodation in Cape Town: 3 nights

Begin where mountains rise straight from the ocean and cultures blend into a vibrant story — the Mother City.

Stroll through Cape Town’s historic centre and the serene Company’s Garden, once a vital refreshment station for passing ships.

Step into colourful Bo-Kaap, rich with Cape Malay heritage and spice-laden aromas.
Ascend by cable car to Table Mountain, one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature, and enjoy sweeping views of sea, city and coastline.*

*Table Mountain Ascent— Cableway access is weather-dependent and may close during strong winds or seasonal maintenance. If the cable car is unavailable, we will adjust the itinerary with equally beautiful alternative viewpoints.

Follow one of the world’s most dramatic coastlines, where towering peaks plunge into icy turquoise seas and fishing villages cling to the Atlantic edge.

Explore Hout Bay, a working harbour alive with boats, markets and seabirds. Optionally cruise to Seal Island, home to thousands of Cape fur seals. Continue along the legendary Chapman’s Peak Drive, an engineering marvel carved into a near-vertical cliff face, offering breathtaking ocean views at every turn.

Venture into the wild, windswept landscapes of the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, where fynbos plains meet roaming ostriches and antelope. Climb to the historic Cape Point lighthouse, once a lifesaving beacon for ships navigating treacherous waters.

Meet the endangered African penguins of Boulders Beach, waddling proudly among giant granite boulders.

Finally, return to your hotel while driving along the scenic shores of False Bay.

After an early breakfast, you travel to Cape Agulhas, the southernmost point of Africa. Here, in Agulhas National Park, the warm Agulhas Current from the Indian Ocean meets the cold Benguela Current of the Atlantic, creating dramatic seas and a coastline shaped by powerful, shifting waters. You visit the historic 1849 lighthouse, inspired by the Pharos of Alexandria, and follow a short path to the stone cairn marking the official tip of the continent. The area offers sweeping ocean views, seasonal wildflowers, abundant birdlife, and, from June to November, possible sightings of Southern Right Whales. 

Your journey continues to Gansbaai, world-famous for its Great White Sharks. Here you may choose to join an exhilarating shark cage diving experience, entering the water in a secure cage to see these impressive predators up close. For guests who prefer to stay dry, observing the sharks from the boat is equally thrilling and offers an exciting, educational view of their natural behaviour.*

After this unforgettable marine adventure, continue to Hermanus for your overnight stay.

Accommodation in Hermanus: 2 night

*Whale watching season: June to November

*Wildflower season: July to September

*Marine cruises and shark cage diving operate subject to favourable weather conditions

*Encounters with marine wildlife depend on the season and natural animal behaviour

Wake to the fresh coastal breeze in Hermanus, the world-famous whale-watching capital of South Africa. From June to November, the sheltered waters of Walker Bay come alive with Southern Right Whales, breaching, tail-slapping, and caring for their calves just metres from shore. Humpbacks, Bryde’s whales, playful dolphins, seals, seabirds, and even the occasional Great White Shark add to the spectacle. Join a 2-hour Big Five Marine Cruise for an up-close encounter, or simply watch the whales from the shore—both experiences are equally thrilling.*

For a slower pace, wander the charming streets of Hermanus, savour fresh seafood and oysters at gourmet restaurants, and soak in the views of the Atlantic Ocean. After lunch, enjoy a wine tasting session at the award-winning wineries of Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, famed for world-class Pinot Noir.

Return back to Hermanus, enjoy evening walk on the promenade and conclude with a dinner at a restarant of your choise. 

* Whale-watching season runs from June to November. 

* The Big Five Marine Cruise operates subject to favourable weather conditions for guest safety and comfort.

After early morning breakfast depart for Cape Town. En route experience the elegance of the Cape Winelands, where centuries of craft, mountain beauty and world-class vineyards come together in three storied valleys.

Travel to refined Franschhoek, the “French Corner” founded by Huguenot settlers in 1688. With gourmet restaurants, art galleries and Alpine-style scenery, it’s the home of premium Méthode Cap Classique, South Africa’s elegant answer to Champagne. The charming Wine Tram and French-inspired heritage add timeless character.

Enjoy a curated wine tasting experience at award-winning estates, including a guided walk through historic wine cellars where traditional methods meet modern excellence. Relax over a leisurely picnic among the vineyards, soaking in the tranquil scenery and flavours of the region.

Continue onwards to Cape Town, arriving in the late afternoon. The evening is at leisure to unwind and enjoy the comforts of your hotel.

Accommodation in Cape Town: 2 nights

Enjoy a full day at leisure in Cape Town. Suggested activities include:

• Visit Oranjezicht Farmers Market (weekends)
• Walk along the Sea Point Promenade
• Shop for local crafts at the V&A Waterfront
• Explore Zeitz MOCAA
• Sunset cocktails in Camps Bay
• Spa treatment or leisure shopping

Private transfer to Cape Town International Airport for your departure.

Thank you for visiting South Africa! We hope this journey has left you with unforgettable memories, beautiful moments, and a desire to return.

Safe travels and see you again in Africa!

* Itinerary elements may be adjusted due to availability, seasonality, or weather conditions. Complete terms appear in the travel agreement.