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Wilderness of Southern Africa: Safari by Land & Water (Johannesburg to Victoria Falls, 2026)

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From Johannesburg to Victoria Falls
4.5 (961 reviews)
  • Aerial view of a large waterfall surrounded by lush greenery
  • Elegant architectural complex with a large Ferris wheel.
  • Elephants swimming in a river with boats nearby
  • Safari vehicle with guide observing a herd of elephants in the bush.
  • Lone person on a small motorized boat on the river.
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  • Giraffe in African savannah during sunrise/sunset.
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Plan your adventure:
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Safari
Track iconic wildlife on unforgettable game drives
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
High Intensity
Travelers should be in very good physical condition and expect continuous demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 44
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Overnight Flight

    Overnight Flight
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Destiny Exclusive Hotel & Convention Centre)
  3. Day 2

    Johannesburg

    Johannesburg
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Chobe Bush Lodge, Chobe National Park)

    Included Activities

    • Hotel transfer
    Itinerary Image 1
  4. Day 3

    Johannesburg - Victoria Falls - Chobe National Park

    Johannesburg - Victoria Falls - Chobe National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Welcome dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Chobe Bush Lodge, Chobe National Park)

    Included Activities

    • Flight to Victoria Falls
    • Welcome dinner
    Landmarks
    Victoria Falls
    Chobe National Park
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2Itinerary Image 3
  5. Day 4

    Chobe National Park

    Chobe National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Chobe Bush Lodge, Chobe National Park)

    Included Activities

    • Game drive in Chobe National Park
    • Private boat cruise on Chobe River

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to nearby town of Kasane
    Landmarks
    Chobe National Park
    Chobe River
    Kasane
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 5

    Chobe National Park

    Chobe National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner cruise along Chobe River)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Iganyana Tented Camp)

    Included Activities

    • Private game cruise on Chobe River
    • Game drive in Chobe National Park
    • Dinner cruise on Chobe River

    Optional Activities

    • Pool relaxation at lodge
    • Beauty salon visit at lodge
    Landmarks
    Chobe National Park
    Chobe River
  7. Day 6

    Chobe National Park - Victoria Falls - Hwange National Park

    Chobe National Park - Victoria Falls - Hwange National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Victoria Falls overlooking the Zambezi River gorge), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Iganyana Tented Camp)

    Included Activities

    • Game drive in Hwange National Park
    Landmarks
    Victoria Falls
    Hwange National Park
  8. Day 7

    Hwange National Park

    Hwange National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch break during game drive), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Iganyana Tented Camp)

    Included Activities

    • Full day game drive in Hwange National Park
    • Picnic lunch break during game drive
    Landmarks
    Hwange National Park
  9. Day 8

    Hwange National Park

    Hwange National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Lake Kariba Safari Boat)

    Included Activities

    • Morning game drive in open-air vehicle OR guided game walk with expert
    • Afternoon game drive
    Landmarks
    Hwange National Park
  10. Day 9

    Hwange National Park - Victoria Falls - Lake Kariba

    Hwange National Park - Victoria Falls - Lake Kariba
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Lake Kariba Safari Boat)

    Included Activities

    • Final morning in Hwange National Park
    • Safari boat boarding
    Landmarks
    Lake Kariba
  11. Day 10

    Lake Kariba

    Lake Kariba
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dinner on safari boat)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Lake Kariba Safari Boat)

    Included Activities

    • Nature drive
    • Visit to local village chief
    • Fishing in Lake Kariba from tender boat
    • Afternoon game cruise
    • Dinner on safari boat
    Landmarks
    Lake Kariba
  12. Day 11

    Lake Kariba

    Lake Kariba
    Meals
    Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner (Stargazing with delicious meal)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ilala Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Sailing on Lake Kariba
    • Guided nature walk
    • Fishing from tender boats
    • Stargazing and meal
    Landmarks
    Lake Kariba
  13. Day 12

    Lake Kariba - Victoria Falls

    Lake Kariba - Victoria Falls
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ilala Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Victoria Falls
    Landmarks
    Victoria Falls
  14. Day 13

    Victoria Falls

    Victoria Falls
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Authentic, simple lunch at local family home), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ilala Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Chinotimba township
    • Local market visit
    • Lunch at local family home

    Optional Activities

    • Optional relaxing cruise on Zambezi River
    Landmarks
    Chinotimba township
    Zambezi River
  15. Day 14

    Victoria Falls

    Victoria Falls
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (3-course farewell dinner under the stars on Zambezi River bank)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to local elephant sanctuary
    • Visit to Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust for Impact Moment
    • 3-course farewell dinner under the stars on Zambezi River bank
    Landmarks
    Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust
    Zambezi River
  16. Day 15

    Victoria Falls - Johannesburg

    Victoria Falls - Johannesburg

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Where You'll Stay

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  • Destiny Exclusive Hotel & Convention Centre

    Hotel
    day 1

  • Chobe Bush Lodge, Chobe National Park

    Hotel
    Days 2, 3, 4

  • Iganyana Tented Camp

    Hotel
    Days 5, 6, 7

  • Lake Kariba Safari Boat

    Hotel
    Days 8, 9, 10

  • Ilala Lodge

    Hotel
    Days 11, 12, 13

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    I went with Collette on South Africa trip in April 2024. The food was bad, the guide was constantly rushing us. I...
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    Thank you for your feedback. Please contact Collette's Traveler Relations Team via email at travelerrelations@collette.com or by calling 855-821-7773 so that we can further assist you with your concerns. Sincerely, Collette's Traveler Relations Team
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