Day 1 | Cape Town, South Africa
Welcome to Cape Town, one of the world’s most beautifully situated cities, framed by Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean. Your journey begins with a stay near the lively Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, a fitting base for exploring a city shaped by ocean, mountains and layered history.
Stay: Southern Sun The Cullinan Hotel (or similar) – 3 nights
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 | Cape Town
Cape Town’s dramatic setting is never more apparent than along the Cape Peninsula, where mountains, ocean and rugged coastline come together in spectacular fashion. Today, follow the Atlantic coast to Cape Point within Table Mountain National Park, an area known for panoramic sea views, rich biodiversity and its remarkable position on this wild southern peninsula.
Included Excursion
Visit Cape Point and the historic Cape of Good Hope, a legendary maritime landmark long associated with the great sea routes around southern Africa. Later, continue to Boulders Beach, part of the Table Mountain National Park Marine Protected Area, where a sheltered boardwalk brings you close to a celebrated colony of African penguins.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 | Cape Town
Cape Town rewards every change in perspective, from its lively waterfronts and colourful neighbourhoods to the commanding heights of Table Mountain above. Today, take in the city from one of its most iconic vantage points, then choose from a selection of DiscoverMORE experiences that reveal another side of this captivating destination.
Included Excursion
Ride the rotating gondola to the summit of Table Mountain, where sweeping views open across the city, coastline and ocean beyond. As you ascend, Cape Town’s striking geography unfolds beneath you, offering a memorable introduction to this World Heritage-listed site.
DiscoverMORE | Harley Davidson™ Ride (additional expense)
Experience Cape Town’s spectacular coastline on a two-hour scenic ride on the back of a Harley Davidson motorcycle (weather permitting).
DiscoverMORE | Township Tour (additional expense)
Visit Langa Township and gain insight into life in this unique community. Meet local families and business owners and explore the Langa Dompass Museum.
DiscoverMORE | Bo-Kaap Tour (additional expense)
Discover the multicultural heart of Bo-Kaap on an immersive walking tour. Sample exotic cuisine and learn about the area’s rich cultural heritage.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 4 | Cape Town > Stellenbosch
Leaving Cape Town behind, journey into the Cape Winelands, where vineyard-covered valleys, historic estates and mountain backdrops define one of South Africa’s most celebrated food and wine regions. Today is dedicated to the flavours of Stellenbosch, with tastings that showcase both the region’s winemaking heritage and artisanal produce.
Included Excursion
Visit a renowned tasting room designed around four barrel-shaped pods, where six different wines are presented in a relaxed and sociable setting. Enjoy a pairing of six Fairview cow and goat cheeses before a cellar tour and tasting of five Jonkershoek Range wines matched with artisanal chocolates.
Stay: Lanzerac Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5 | Stellenbosch > Kruger National Park
This morning, fly to Skukuza, gateway to Kruger National Park, and transfer to your lodge on the Sabie River. The Skukuza region lies in southern Kruger, a wildlife-rich area where river systems attract an abundance of animals and provide exceptional game-viewing opportunities.
Included Excursion
This afternoon, embark on your first safari in search of Africa’s iconic wildlife, including the Big Five. With expert guides leading the way and the bush coming alive around you, this first game drive is an unforgettable introduction to one of Africa’s greatest safari destinations.
Stay: Kruger Gate Hotel (or similar) – 3 nights
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6 | Kruger National Park
Few places capture the essence of safari quite like Kruger, where changing light and shifting landscapes create a unique experience on every game drive. Today offers a deeper immersion into the bush, with time to appreciate both the iconic wildlife and the intricate ecosystems that support them.
Included Excursion
Enjoy morning and evening game drives through Kruger National Park, maximising your opportunities to spot Africa’s most celebrated wildlife. Also join an immersive walking safari with your expert ranger, gaining insight into the flora, smaller creatures and natural systems often overlooked from a vehicle.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 | Kruger National Park
Another day in Kruger brings another chance to encounter the wildlife that makes this reserve so revered. Travelling in specially adapted Land Rovers, continue exploring the park with expert rangers who help track animals and interpret their behaviour.
Included Excursion
Set out on unrestricted game drives in search of the Big Five: lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos and buffalo. Learn more about their habitats, behaviour and ongoing conservation efforts.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 | Kruger National Park > Johannesburg
Fly to Johannesburg and check into your hotel for a two-night stay. Known as the "City of Gold", Johannesburg is South Africa’s largest city and a vibrant hub of art, culture and history. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing or enjoying the facilities of your hotel.
Stay: The Maslow Hotel Sandton (or similar) – 2 nights
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9 | Johannesburg
Johannesburg, often referred to as Jo'burg, pulses with energy and reflects the rapid transformation from a gold-mining settlement to a modern metropolis. The city offers a compelling mix of history, culture and contemporary life.
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Explore Soweto, visit Nelson Mandela’s former home and walk the streets he once knew. Continue to the Apartheid Museum, which chronicles the rise and fall of apartheid and explores the history of 20th-century South Africa.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 10 | Johannesburg > Kasane
Fly to Kasane to experience Botswana’s renowned Chobe National Park, one of southern Africa’s most rewarding wildlife destinations. Chobe is particularly famous for its vast elephant population and the concentration of wildlife along its riverbanks and floodplains.
Included Excursion
This afternoon, enjoy a night drive through the park. As daylight fades, discover a completely different side of the bush and search for elusive nocturnal species.
Stay: Cresta Mowana Safari Resort & Spa (or similar) – 2 nights
Meals: Breakfast
Day 11 | Chobe National Park
Chobe is shaped by the river that sustains it, and along its fertile banks wildlife gathers in extraordinary numbers. Today, experience the park from both land and water.
Included Excursion
Embark on a safari along the Chobe River, where elephants, buffalo and a remarkable variety of wildlife are often seen on the floodplains. Later, continue your exploration with another exhilarating night drive through Chobe National Park.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 12 | Kasane > Victoria Falls
Cross into Zimbabwe and arrive at Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Stretching more than 1.7 kilometres across, the falls are renowned for their immense curtain of water and thundering power.
Included Excursion
View Victoria Falls from the Zimbabwean side, where panoramic lookouts reveal the scale, power and drama of this extraordinary natural spectacle.
Stay: Waterfalls Lodge (or similar) – 2 nights
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 13 | Victoria Falls
The Zambezi River shapes life on both sides of the border, creating experiences that range from wildlife encounters to unforgettable sunset scenes.
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Visit a nearby elephant sanctuary and learn about the rescue, care and protection of these remarkable animals.
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Later, enjoy a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River, watching wildlife along the riverbanks as the day draws to a close. End the evening with a barbecue-style dinner beneath the stars in the wilderness of Zambezi National Park.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14 | Victoria Falls
Your journey comes to an end today, but Victoria Falls leaves a lasting impression, from its sheer natural grandeur to the wildlife-rich landscapes surrounding it. Transfer to the airport with memories of southern Africa’s remarkable beauty, history and wildlife.
DiscoverMORE | Helicopter Flight over Victoria Falls (additional expense)
Experience Victoria Falls from above and appreciate the full scale, power and beauty of this natural wonder.
Please note: This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. Emerald Tours cannot guarantee that the tour will operate exactly as stated. Hotels listed are indicative and subject to change
