12 Day Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Adventure Tour
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12 Day Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Adventure Tour

African Overland Tours

ZAR

76280.00

Price From

R76,280

Price Disclaimer: Tour is Priced USD 4422 (Apr – Jun 2026) | USD 4620 (Jul – Nov)

Single Supplement USD 1122

Local Payment USD 300

Price fluctuations may occur. For more information please speak to your travel consultant

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*Currency estimated. Tours are Based in South African Rand (ZAR) and converted on the day. Some Tours are Based in EUR/USD

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Calendar

Length

12 days

Tour SKU

Tour SKU

ACS1012

flight Starts

Starts

Johannesburg

Comfort Level

Comfort Level

Premier

Flight Ends

Ends

Victoria Falls

Age Range

Age Range

18 - 80 Years and older

Tour Type

Tour Type

Smaller Group Tours

Operated in

Operated in

English Guided

Group Size

Group Size

Min 4 Max 16

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Why You'll Love this Tour

Embark on the ultimate Southern African overland adventure with this 12 day accommodated safari that takes you from the bustling energy of Johannesburg to the majestic spray of Victoria Falls. Designed for active travelers seeking an immersive experience without sacrificing comfort, this journey connects the region’s premier wildlife destinations with World Heritage landscapes.
Staying in 3-4 star en-suite lodges and tented camps that bring you close to nature. Whether you are tracking endangered rhinos on foot or watching elephants swim in the Chobe River, this tour offers an intimate small-group experience limited to just 16 participants

12 Day Johannesburg to Victoria Falls Adventure Tour Map

ITINERARY

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Itinerary
1

You will be met at the airport and transferred to your accommodation for the night. You have the day free. Please meet in the reception area of the hotel at 18h00 for a pre-departure meeting.

Accommodation
Accommodation

The Safari Club or similar

Meals
Meals

Dinner

2

We depart Johannesburg at 08:00, heading toward the world-renowned Kruger National Park. The journey takes us along the spectacular Panorama Route, featuring stops at the massive Blyde River Canyon, the geological wonder of Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and the sweeping views from God’s Window. After arriving at our lodge in the late afternoon, we dedicate Day 3 to a full-day game drive inside Kruger. exploring the habitat of the Big Five and diverse flora in open 4×4 vehicles.

Accommodation
Accommodation
Meals
Meals

Breakfast x2

Included Highlights
Included Highlights

Exploring Panorama Route of Blyde River Canyon, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, God’s Window, Game drive 4×4 vehicle

3

Traveling north through the Limpopo Province, we head toward the Botswana border to reach Mapungubwe National Park. This area is a World Heritage Landscape, celebrated for its San rock art and history as the site of the first southern African kingdom in the 13th Century. Day 5 offers a mix of culture and nature. We start with a morning walk to view the Kaoxa Bushman paintings, followed by a sunset drive that offers stunning vistas over a landscape dotted with ancient Baobab trees.

Accommodation
Accommodation
Meals
Meals

Breakfast x2, Dinner x2

Included Highlights
Included Highlights

Sunset drive through Baobab landscape and Morning walk through bushmans paintings in Kaoxa

4

We start early for a 2 hour drive to the Beit Bridge border post, crossing into Zimbabwe. Our destination is a lodge on the edge of the Matopos National Park, another UNESCO World Heritage site. Here, you will experience a rare wildlife encounter: tracking black and white rhinos. Zimbabwe is a stronghold for these endangered giants, and you will have the opportunity to get face-to-face with them on foot and by vehicle

Accommodation
Accommodation

Matobo Hills Lodge or similar

Meals
Meals

Breakfast, Dinner

Included Highlights
Included Highlights

Rhino Tracking

5

Leaving the rocky outcrops of Matopos, we travel to Hwange National Park. Upon arrival in the late afternoon, we dive straight into a sunset open 4×4 game drive in a private concession bordering the park.
Day 8 is dedicated to exploring this vast wilderness with both morning and afternoon 4×4 game drives within the private concession, maximizing your chances of spotting predators and large herds of elephants

Accommodation
Accommodation

Camp Silwane or similar

Meals
Meals

Breakfast x2, Lunch, Dinner x2

Included Highlights
Included Highlights

Sunset Game Drive, Morning and afternoon 4×4 game drives in the private concession bordering Hwange National Park

6

We cross the border into Botswana to reach our lodge on the banks of the magnificent Chobe River. Known for its abundance of wildlife and birdlife, Chobe offers a unique safari perspective. The next day features a dual experience: an early morning game drive in Chobe National Park to catch predators on the move, followed by a sunset boat cruise on the river to watch elephants and hippos frolic in the water

Accommodation
Accommodation

Chobe Safari Lodge or similar

Meals
Meals

Breakfast x2, Dinner x2

Included Highlights
Included Highlights

Chobe National Park Morning Game Drive, Chobe River sunset boat cruise

7

Upon arrival at Victoria Falls, we will be treated to one of Africa’s greatest and most spectacular sights (entrance is on the client’s own account). You may enjoy the free days by browsing the local markets and participating in the many optional activities offered in the adrenalin capital of Africa, including helicopter flights over the Falls, sunset boat cruises, etc. (at your own expense).

Accommodation
Accommodation

Waterfalls Lodge or similar

Meals
Meals

Breakfast

Optional Activities
Optional Activities

Helicopter flights, Sunset boat cruise, Victoria Falls entrance fee

8

The tour concludes with breakfast, followed by a transfer to Victoria Falls Airport (included). Should you wish to extend your stay in Victoria Falls, then please speak to your travel consultant.

 

Meals
Meals

Breakfast

UPCOMING DEPARTURE DATES

Tuesday

31 Mar 2026

Saturday

11 Apr 2026

From

R76,280

Tuesday

05 May 2026

Saturday

16 May 2026

From

R76,280

Tuesday

02 Jun 2026

Saturday

13 Jun 2026

From

R76,280

Tuesday

07 Jul 2026

Saturday

18 Jul 2026

From

R79,700

Saturday

01 Aug 2026

Wednesday

12 Aug 2026

From

R79,700

Tuesday

01 Sep 2026

Saturday

12 Sep 2026

From

R79,700

Tuesday

29 Sep 2026

Saturday

10 Oct 2026

From

R79,700

Tuesday

03 Nov 2026

Saturday

14 Nov 2026

From

R79,700

Activities included

Included in the Tour Price:

  • Exploring Panorama Route of Blyde River Canyon, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, God’s Window, Game drive 4×4 vehicle
  • Mapesu Private Game Reserve Sunset drive through Baobab landscape and Morning walk through bushmans paintings in Kaoxa
  • Matopos National Park Rhino Tracking
  • Hwange National Park Sunset Game Drive, Morning and afternoon 4×4 game drives in the private concession bordering Hwange National Park
  • Chobe National Park Morning Game Drive, Chobe River sunset boat cruise

Other Activities

Optional Activities available on this tour at your own expense:

  • Victoria Falls Sunset Cruise
  • Victoria Falls Ra-Ikane luxury sunset cruise
  • Helicopter flights over Victoria Falls
  • Victoria Falls Park Entrance Fees
  • Browse Local Markers in Victoria falls

INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

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  • Meals – 11 Breakfasts, 8 Dinners, 1 Lunch
  • Accommodation – 11 Night’ accommodation in hotels / lodges / tented camps with en-suite facilities
  • Transport – Mercedes Sprinter with air conditioning
  • 1 Professional qualified crew member
  • Arrival & departure transfers in Johannesburg & Victoria Falls are included
  • Exploring Panorama Route of Blyde River Canyon, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, God’s Window, Game drive 4×4 vehicle
  • Mapesu Private Game Reserve Sunset drive through Baobab landscape and Morning walk through bushmans paintings in Kaoxa
  • Matopos National Park Rhino Tracking
  • Hwange National Park Sunset Game Drive, Morning and afternoon 4×4 game drives in the private concession bordering Hwange National Park
  • Chobe National Park Morning Game Drive, Chobe River sunset boat cruise
  • Local Payment (US$ 300) – Compulsory
  • International Airfares
  • Travel insurance (Get Adventure Travel Insurance)
  • Personal spending money
  • Visa costs
  • Border taxes
  • Passports
  • Vaccinations
  • Personal taxes (including departure and border taxes)
  • All optional activities
  • Unscheduled or optional national / game parks and other activities
  • Gratuities
  • Sleeping bag if needed
  • Restaurant meals (other than those listed)
  • All drinks – Soft Drinks, Bottled Water
  • Laundry
  • All items of a personal nature
  • Alcohol
  • Snacks

Price From

R76,280

Price Disclaimer: Tour is Priced USD 4422 (Apr – Jun 2026) | USD 4620 (Jul – Nov)

Single Supplement USD 1122

Local Payment USD 300

Price fluctuations may occur. For more information please speak to your travel consultant

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*Currency estimated. Tours are Based in South African Rand (ZAR) and converted on the day. Some Tours are Based in EUR/USD

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