Cape Town, Kruger Safari and Victoria Falls
A 10-day Southern Africa journey from Cape Town's coastal beauty through a private Sabi Sand safari to the drama of Victoria Falls and the Zambezi River.
"The transition from Cape Town to safari to Victoria Falls felt seamless and perfectly balanced." - Verified Review
10 Days
Cape Town / Livingstone
City, Safari + Falls
Easy to Moderate
May - October
Overview
This Cape Town itinerary combines three of Southern Africa's most compelling regions into a single well-routed journey. Begin with four days in and around Cape Town, including the Cape Peninsula, Table Mountain, and the Winelands. Then fly to the Greater Kruger area for a lodge-based Sabi Sand safari with three nights of expert-guided game drives.
From Kruger, fly to Livingstone, Zambia, for two nights on the banks of the Zambezi River. Walk the trails at Victoria Falls, take an optional helicopter flight for aerial views of the gorge, and enjoy an afternoon game drive in Zambezi National Park.
Every element is customized around your interests, dates, and preferred lodge style. We handle all regional flights, transfers, and timing so each transition feels natural and unhurried.
Trip Highlights
What This Journey Typically Costs
Because every Southern Africa journey we design is fully custom, pricing varies based on travel dates, lodge category, regional flights, and seasonal demand.
We will walk you through options transparently and recommend what best matches your dates, comfort preferences, and priorities.
Daily Itinerary
Arrive in Cape Town
Arrive at Cape Town International Airport and transfer privately to your hotel. Depending on arrival time, the afternoon and evening are open for a relaxed walk through the V&A Waterfront or an early dinner with harbor views.
Highlights
- Airport meet and greet
- Private transfer to your hotel
- Evening at leisure
Cape Peninsula and Cape Point
A full-day guided tour along the Cape Peninsula. Drive through Hout Bay and Chapman's Peak, visit the penguin colony at Boulders Beach, and continue to Cape Point. If conditions allow, a stop at Robben Island can be included, though ferry schedules are weather-dependent and subject to availability.
Highlights
- Chapman's Peak Drive
- Boulders Beach penguin colony
- Cape Point visit
Table Mountain and City Exploration
Take the cable car up Table Mountain for panoramic views across the city, ocean, and coastline. The afternoon is open for exploring neighborhoods like the Bo-Kaap, visiting Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden, or simply enjoying the city at your own pace.
Highlights
- Table Mountain cable car
- City exploration at your own pace
- Optional Kirstenbosch visit
Cape Winelands Day
A guided day through the Cape Winelands with visits to Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, or Paarl depending on your preferences. Tastings, a vineyard lunch, and scenic valley views make this one of the most relaxed days of the trip. Return to Cape Town in the late afternoon.
Highlights
- Wine tastings at selected estates
- Vineyard lunch in Franschhoek or Stellenbosch
- Scenic Winelands drive
Fly to the Sabi Sand
Fly from Cape Town to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, then transfer to your private lodge in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve. Settle in and head out for your first afternoon game drive as the light softens across the bushveld.
Highlights
- Flight to Kruger region
- Lodge check-in and orientation
- First afternoon Kruger safari game drive
Sabi Sand Safari Days
Two full days of guided safari in the Sabi Sand, one of Africa's premier Big Five reserves. Morning and afternoon game drives are led by expert trackers and guides. The Sabi Sand is known for close leopard sightings, large elephant herds, and consistently strong predator viewing throughout the year.
Highlights
- Morning and afternoon game drives
- Expert tracking and guiding
- Big Five viewing in private concessions
Final Morning Safari and Fly to Livingstone
Enjoy a final early morning game drive followed by breakfast at the lodge. After check-out, transfer by private vehicle to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport for your flight to Livingstone. Settle into your hotel on the banks of the Zambezi River. If timing allows, we recommend a guided sunset cruise for birdlife, hippos, and crocodiles in golden light.
Highlights
- Morning game drive
- Flight to Livingstone Zambia
- Hotel on the Zambezi River
Victoria Falls Guided Walk
Start early to experience Victoria Falls before peak visitor hours, walking rainforest trails with your guide and stopping at multiple viewpoints along the gorge rim. Mist can be intense when water levels are high, and ponchos are provided. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure. Optional add-ons include a helicopter flight for a sweeping aerial view of the Falls and gorge, or an afternoon game drive in nearby Zambezi National Park.
Highlights
- Early guided Victoria Falls walk
- Optional helicopter flight over the Falls
- Optional Zambezi National Park game drive
Depart Livingstone
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Your local team will coordinate timing for a smooth departure.
Highlights
- Private airport transfer
- Departure support and logistics
What's Included
Optional Extensions & Variations
Because every journey we design is fully custom, we can adjust routing, lodge style, and trip length based on your interests. Common variations include:
Add a Third Full Safari Day
Extend your Sabi Sand stay by one night for a third full day of game drives, giving you more time in the bush and a stronger chance of seeing elusive species like wild dogs and black rhino.
Add a Chobe Day Trip from Livingstone
Cross into Botswana for a full-day Chobe National Park excursion with a game drive and boat cruise along the Chobe River. This requires an early start and a full day, so adding an extra night in Livingstone is recommended.
Switch to Victoria Falls Town (Zimbabwe Side)
Stay on the Zimbabwe side of Victoria Falls instead of Livingstone, or add a night there for access to different viewpoints and the town itself. We can help you decide which side suits your priorities.
Add a Garden Route or Hermanus Extension
After Cape Town, continue along the Garden Route (3 to 5 nights) for coastal scenery, Tsitsikamma, and Knysna. Alternatively, add Hermanus for seasonal whale watching (typically June through November).
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Traveler Stories
"Cape Town was stunning, the safari exceeded our expectations, and Victoria Falls took our breath away. The routing made everything feel easy."
— Verified Review
"The Sabi Sand lodge was incredible and our guide knew exactly where to find the leopards. Ending at Victoria Falls was the perfect finale."
— Verified Review
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