7-Day Ultimate Victoria Falls and Kruger Park
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Feel the power in nature in all its forces in just one week.
Action-packed and immersed in luxury, your amazing experience is perfectly complimented by 5-star accommodation to make this the once-in-a-lifetime South Africa trip it should be.
You'll start in Victoria Falls, sitting on the border of Zimbabwe and Zambia, this is the largest and most-famous falls in the world. Starting with a cruise on the Zambezi River, you'll be immediately introduced to the verdant natural landscape that surrounds the waterfalls. Then. you'll go on a walking tour to hear about the history of "the Smoke that Thunders'' and get up close to it.
With some free time to relax in its majesty, you'll then journey to Kruger National Park in South Africa, where you'll spend three days in search of the Big 5 and all the other animals that come with them! While staying in Lions Sand Natural Reserve in the park, you may be out on game drives twice a day, but really, your wildlife experience will never stop!
Are you ready to get into the heart of the African Bush?
Action-packed and immersed in luxury, your amazing experience is perfectly complimented by 5-star accommodation to make this the once-in-a-lifetime South Africa trip it should be.
You'll start in Victoria Falls, sitting on the border of Zimbabwe and Zambia, this is the largest and most-famous falls in the world. Starting with a cruise on the Zambezi River, you'll be immediately introduced to the verdant natural landscape that surrounds the waterfalls. Then. you'll go on a walking tour to hear about the history of "the Smoke that Thunders'' and get up close to it.
With some free time to relax in its majesty, you'll then journey to Kruger National Park in South Africa, where you'll spend three days in search of the Big 5 and all the other animals that come with them! While staying in Lions Sand Natural Reserve in the park, you may be out on game drives twice a day, but really, your wildlife experience will never stop!
Are you ready to get into the heart of the African Bush?
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival and Sunset Cruise
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Landing in OR Tambo Jo'burg airport, you'll be greeted and taken through the airport for a smooth transfer for your flight to Victoria Falls. On arrival at Victoria Falls International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Relax and enjoy your day before heading out on your first wildlife experience, a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River where you'll glide along the river with your sundowner drink, keeping an eye out for wildlife.
Accommodation
Stanley & Livingstone Boutique Hotel★5 star
Activities
Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River
Transportations
Plane from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Victoria Falls AirportOptional Activity
Minivan from Victoria Falls Airport to Stanley & Livingstone Boutique Hotel
Destinations
Victoria Falls
Matabeleland North Province
Day 2
Victoria Falls Walking Tour
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The Victoria Falls are one of the seven natural wonders of the world and provide one of the most awe-inspiring vistas on planet Earth. Meet at the Day Activity Centre for transportation to the park entrance. Alternatively, start from your hotel with a private transfer. Discover how the falls were formed, learn about local customs and traditions, and visit the art and crafts centre. You'll finish the tour at the Lookout Cafe where you can enjoy a drink while gawking at the spectacular falls.
Accommodation
Stanley & Livingstone Boutique Hotel★5 star
Activities
Walking Tour of Victoria Falls
Restaurants
Wild Horizons Lookout Cafe
Meals
Breakfast and lunch
Destinations
Victoria Falls
Matabeleland North Province
Day 3
Free Day in Victoria Falls and Bushtracks Express Dining Experience
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You'll have the day at leisure to explore Victoria Falls. With so many activities at your disposal, you'll never be at a loss for ways to enjoy the largest falls in the world! Finish the day in style on the Bushtracks Express, a unique dining experience that takes you around Victoria Falls while you lavishly dine on a three-course meal.
Accommodation
Stanley & Livingstone Boutique Hotel★5 star
Activities
Victoria Falls National ParkOptional Activity
Restaurants
Bushtracks Express
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Destinations
Victoria Falls
Matabeleland North Province
Day 4
Travel Day to Greater Kruger National Park
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You'll have the morning to relax before you are taken across the border to Livingstone Airport. You'll be assisted with check in to your flight to the Kruger National Park area. On arrival, you'll be transferred to your accommodation. This is a full day of travel, you'll have dinner in the lodge and relax in the African bush, listening for the sound of any wildlife nearby.
Accommodation
Lion Sands River Lodge★5 star
Transportations
Minivan from Stanley & Livingstone Boutique Hotel to Airport
Plane from Livingstone to NelspruitOptional Activity
Private Driver from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Lion Sands River Lodge
Meals
Breakfast and dinner
Destinations
Victoria Falls
South Africa
Day 5
Sabi Sand Game Drive Day
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Today is a full day of searching for wildlife in South Africa's famous Sabi Sand Game Reserve. Starting with an early morning tea and coffee, you'll head out with your park rangers at around 5 am when sightings are most frequent. Your morning game drive will take you to prime locations. Have breakfast and rest for the afternoon before heading out on your late afternoon game drive, another prime time of day as animals head to watering holes while the sun is setting. Dinner is at the lodge.
Accommodation
Lion Sands River Lodge★5 star
Activities
Morning Game Drive in Sabi Sand Game Reserve
Afternoon Game Drive in Sabi Sand Game Reserve
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
South Africa
Sabie Park
Day 6
Greater Kruger National Park Game Drive Day
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Wake at 5 to greet the new dawn. Enjoy coffee and rusks on the veranda before departing on a game drive in search of the ‘Big Five’. Return to the lodge for breakfast, then join a guided bush walk with the expert rangers. Walk single file behind the ranger and feel the pulse of Africa through the soles of your feet! Return to the lodge for lunch, have a refreshing swim and relax on the patio with tea and coffee. Then, depart on an evening game drive open safari-style with professional rangers.
Accommodation
Lion Sands River Lodge★5 star
Activities
Morning Game Drive in Sabi Sand Game Reserve
Afternoon Game Drive in Sabi Sand Game Reserve
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
South Africa
Sabie Park
Day 7
Morning Game Drive and Home
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Have your last early morning tea & coffee before your morning game drive for one last chance to see the wildlife of the Greater Kruger on your memorable South Africa trip. Have breakfast at the lodge, then you will be collected for your transfer in an open safari vehicle to Skukuza Airport. The transfer will take approximately 1 hour. Take your flight to Jo'burg and catch your connecting flight.
Activities
Kruger National Park
Transportations
Off-Road from Lion Sands River Lodge to Skukuza Airport
Plane from Skukuza to O.R. Tambo International AirportOptional Activity
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
South Africa
Limpopo
Included in Price
- 6 nights accommodation
- 7 activities
- 6 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 4 dinners
- Airport transfer
- Entrance fees
- Ground transportation
- Licensed English speaking guides
Not Included in Price
- Alcohol beverages
- Domestic flights
- Entry visas / airport departure tax
- Gratuities
- International flights
- Laundry
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Trekking permits
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