Trip Info
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open-sided 4x4 vehicle & minivan
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2-20
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To be provided for during the trip
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Johannesburg,
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Johannesburg,
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English, French, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic
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To be provided for during the trip
Overview
Discover Africa’s highlights on an unforgettable four-nation expedition. Start off in Johannesburg before taking in South Africa’s picturesque Garden Route, Cape Town’s must-see sights, and the Franschhoek Wine Tram experience. Travel onward to the spectacular Victoria Falls and enjoy a peaceful sunset cruise. Explore Botswana’s Chobe National Park for exhilarating game viewing. Wrap up in Kenya as you tour Nairobi, go on a Masai Mara safari, and stop at Lake Naivasha for lasting wildlife memories.
Highlights
- Mid-range tour: This mid-range tour uses lodges and hotels.
- Private tour: This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.
- Can start any day: If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
- Can be customized: You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
- Not for solo travelers: Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
- Minimum age of 8 years: The minimum age for this tour is 8 years.
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Johannesburg International Airport, meet and greet by our representative.
Private transfers to your accommodation in Johannesburg.
Johannesburg, South Africa’s largest city, is a vibrant economic hub known for its rich history, diverse culture, and bustling urban life. Founded during the 1886 gold rush, it remains a center for finance, commerce, and innovation. The city features iconic landmarks like the Apartheid Museum, Constitution Hill, and Soweto, home to Nelson Mandela’s former residence. With a dynamic arts scene, world-class shopping, and a thriving food culture, Johannesburg blends modern skyscrapers with historical significance. Despite challenges, it continues to grow as a gateway to South Africa and the African continent.
Check in & relax.
Overnight in Johannesburg.
Main Destination: Johannesburg (City, South Africa)
Accommodation: Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
Luxury hotelin Johannesburg (City, South Africa)
Meals at own expense
Drinks not included
Breakfast at the hotel.
Check-out & private transfers to Johannesburg Airport.
Board a flight for George.
Upon arrival, private transfers to your accommodation in Knysna.
Knysna stands out on South Africa's famed Garden Route thanks to the sandstone cliffs that dramatically separate its tranquil lagoon from the pounding surf of the Indian Ocean. It's also home to the country's largest indigenous forest. Hop aboard a ferry for a ride through the scenic highlights. The Millwood Mines at Jubilee Creek, site of a major gold rush in 1885, provide a picturesque spot for a picnic. Be sure to try some local oysters during the renowned annual festival.
Check in & relax.
Overnight in Knysna.
Main Destination: Knysna (Garden Route, South Africa)
Accommodation: Knysna Log-Inn Hotel
Mid-range hotelin Knysna (Garden Route, South Africa)
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Drinks not included
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before embarking on a full-day guided tour to Oudtshoorn.
Explore the Cango Caves on a guided tour, marveling at impressive stalactites and stalagmites in the dimly lit chambers.
Visit the Cango Wildlife Ranch for a guided tour featuring flying foxes, exotic birds, and big cats, including cheetahs and a white lion.
At the Ostrich Farm, enjoy an interactive experience where you can feed ostriches, stand on their eggs, and learn about ostrich farming. Take a 25-minute Ostrich “Game Drive” through the Zimbabwe Blue Ostrich Camp, observing these magnificent birds in their natural habitat.
After the tours, return to Knysna for an overnight stay.
Main Destination: Oudtshoorn (Garden Route, South Africa)
Accommodation: Knysna Log-Inn Hotel
Mid-range hotelin Knysna (Garden Route, South Africa)
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Drinks not included
Breakfast at the hotel.
Check-out and private transfers to your accommodation in Cape Town.
The long coastline, the lively aura, and the cultural harmony portray the City of Cape Town. Lying towards the southwest coast, the port city of South Africa is the legislative capital that was established as a supply station for the Dutch East Indies. Tourism in Cape Town is widespread due to the long shores and the magnificent beaches that are the hub engaged with entertainment. Above all, what makes the Cape Town tour so popular are the vineyards with the wine tram tours arranged with some delight activities such as wine tasting, cheese tasting, day picnics, and the collection of the best authentic wines of South Africa.
Check-in and freshen up.
The rest of the evening is free at leisure.
Overnight in Cape Town.
Main Destination: Cape Town (City, South Africa)
Accommodation: Cresta Grande Cape Town
Mid-range hotelin Cape Town (City, South Africa)
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Drinks not included
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before departing on a private guided Cape Town City orientation tour. Drive past historic landmarks like Parliament Buildings, City Hall, and the Slave Lodge.
Visit the Castle of Good Hope (optional) or explore Grand Parade Square. Stroll through the scenic Company Gardens and admire the colorful Bo-Kaap homes. Witness expert craftsmanship at a diamond-cutting factory before passing the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town Stadium, Sea Point, Clifton, and Camps Bay.
Then, take a revolving cable car up Table Mountain (weather permitting) for breathtaking views of Cape Town, Robben Island, and Cape Point.
Return to your hotel for an overnight stay in Cape Town.
Main Destination: Cape Town (City, South Africa)
Accommodation: Cresta Grande Cape Town
Mid-range hotelin Cape Town (City, South Africa)
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Drinks not included
After breakfast, embark on a private full-day Cape Point Tour. Drive through Mouille Point, Sea Point, and Clifton, stopping at Maidens Cove for photos. In Hout Bay, take a boat trip to Seal Island (weather permitting) to see thousands of seals. Continue along the breathtaking Chapman's Peak Drive before reaching the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve.
Take a funicular ride to the Cape Point viewpoint, where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet. Visit Boulders Beach to see the protected African penguins up close.
Stop at Muizenberg to admire its colorful beach huts and enjoy lunch (own expense).
Return to Cape Town by evening and transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Main Destination: Cape Town (City, South Africa)
Accommodation: Cresta Grande Cape Town
Mid-range hotelin Cape Town (City, South Africa)
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Drinks not included
After breakfast, embark on a full-day tour to Franschhoek, the wine capital of the world, surrounded by mountains and colorful vineyards. Experience the famous Franschhoek Wine Tram, a romantic journey through the picturesque valley, stopping at renowned wine farms.
Enjoy breathtaking scenery from the tram and explore some of the best wineries in South Africa. Along the route, discover fine restaurants offering exceptional cuisine and world-class wines.
After the tour, enjoy lunch at a restaurant (own expense) and spend some time exploring this charming French-inspired town.
Return to Cape Town in the evening for an overnight stay.
Main Destination: Cape Winelands (South Africa)
Accommodation: Cresta Grande Cape Town
Mid-range hotelin Cape Town (City, South Africa)
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Drinks not included
Breakfast at the hotel.
Check-out and private transfers to Cape Town Airport.
Board a flight to Victoria Falls.
Upon arrival at Victoria Falls International Airport (Zimbabwe), meet & greet by our representative.
Transfers from the airport to your accommodation in Victoria Falls.
The Victoria Falls presents a spectacular sight of awe-inspiring beauty and grandeur on the Zambezi River, forming a natural border between Zambia and Zimbabwe.
Check-in and freshen up.
Overnight in Victoria Falls.
Main Destination: Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Accommodation: Bayete Guest Lodge
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Drinks not included
Breakfast at the Lodge.
Proceed for a guided tour of the Mighty Falls. We first go past one of the biggest baobab trees in the region. These gigantic and ancient trees are characteristic of the African bush. From here we take a 3-kilometer walking tour around the falls, taking in a number of different viewpoints, including Devil’s Cataract, Danger Point, and others. You will get wet at some of the viewpoints due to the spray, so remember to advise you to cover your cell phones and camera equipment. (Park Fee included)
Later in the afternoon, you will be collected again and transferred to the jetty for a sunset boat cruise on the Zambezi River above the falls, complete with drinks and snacks. This excursion also affords the possibility to see not just a typically beautiful sunset but also some wildlife, including hippo, elephants, buffalo, and bushbuck. (Park Fee included)
Transfer back to your lodge.
Overnight in Victoria Falls.
Main Destination: Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Accommodation: Bayete Guest Lodge
Mid-range lodge located At
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Drinks not included
Breakfast at the Lodge.
Proceed for a full-day safari at Chobe National Park in Botswana.
Botswana’s Chobe National Park, located on the banks of the scenic Chobe River, is home to one of the largest game concentrations in Africa. Experience the thrill of a game drive on the lookout for elephants and lions that populate the park.
Morning private transfers from your lodge to the Kazungula border, where you’ll be met by a representative from the Botswana Company at the border and assisted through immigration procedures, followed by transfer to the jetty.
Boat cruise on the Chobe River (cool box with mineral water and soft drinks on board)
Lunch at some selected resort in Kasane.
Safari Game Drive in Chobe National Park, with complimentary drinks on board.
Return to the border for the transfer back to Victoria Falls in the evening.
Overnight in Victoria Falls.
Main Destination: Chobe National Park (Botswana)
Accomodation: Bayete Guest Lodge
Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Chobe NP (Botswana)
Meals & Drinks:
Drinks not included
Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
After breakfast at the lodge, check out and transfer to Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) Airport for your flight to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Upon arrival, meet and greet by our representative, followed by a private transfer to your accommodation in Nairobi.
Known as Africa’s safari capital, Nairobi is a vibrant city blending wildlife, nightlife, and culture. Explore top attractions like the Karen Blixen Museum, Giraffe Centre, and Nairobi National Park.
Depending on your arrival time, visit the Karen Blixen Museum, famous for its role in *Out of Africa*.
Check in, freshen up, and enjoy an overnight stay in Nairobi.
Main Destination: Nairobi (City, Kenya)
Accommodation: PrideInn Azure Hotel
Mid-range hotelin Nairobi (City, Kenya)
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Drinks not included
After breakfast at the hotel, check out and begin your safari journey to the Masai Mara National Reserve.
Known as one of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife conservation areas, the Mara is famous for its diverse landscapes, rich Maasai culture, and incredible wildlife, including the Great Migration. This vast ecosystem extends into Tanzania, offering breathtaking safari experiences.
Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and enjoy lunch.
In the afternoon, embark on your first half-day game drive, exploring the Mara’s stunning scenery and abundant wildlife. Return to the lodge for an overnight stay in Masai Mara National Reserve.
Main Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Accomodation: Muthu Keekorok Lodge
Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
Drinks not included
All meals included
You can choose either full-day game drives with packed lunches or morning and afternoon game drives with hot lunch at the lodge.
Situated in the southwest of Kenya, covering an area of 1,510 square km (583 square miles), the Masai Mara National Reserve is a land of breathtaking vistas, abundant wildlife, and endless plains. The reserve is a photographer’s and naturalist’s paradise, with abundant elephant, buffalo, giraffe, lion, and cheetahs alongside the migratory wildebeest and zebra. Leopards are frequently encountered, endangered black rhinos hide in the dense thickets, and large rafts of hippo and enormous crocodiles are found in the Mara River. The park is also home to over 450 bird species
Dinner at the lodge
Overnight in Masai Mara National Reserve.
Main Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
Accommodation: Muthu Keekorok Lodge
Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
- Drinks not included
Breakfast at the Hotel
Check out, and you will be driven to Lake Naivasha.
Lake Naivasha is at the highest elevation of the Kenyan Rift Valley at 1,890 meters (6,200 ft) in a complex geological combination of volcanic rocks and sedimentary deposits from a larger Pleistocene-era lake. Apart from transient streams, the lake is fed by the perennial Malewa and Gilgil rivers. There is no visible outlet, but since the lake water is relatively fresh, it is assumed to have an underground outflow. The lake is home to a variety of types of wildlife, including over 400 different species of birds and a sizeable population of hippos. The fish community in the lake has been highly variable over time, influenced by changes in climate, fishing effort, and the introduction of invasive species.
Check in & freshen up, Lunch at the lodge
Afternoon, you will enjoy a boat ride at Lake Naivasha.
Overnight in Lake Naivasha.
Main Destination: Lake Naivasha (Naivasha, Kenya)
Accommodation: Sentrim Elementaita Resort
Mid-range lodge located at Lake Elementaita (Kenya)
Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinks not included
Breakfast at the Hotel
Check out & private transfer to JKIA Airport for your return flight back home.
Main Destination: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (Nairobi, Kenya)
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
- Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
- Drinks not included
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Cost Excludes
- International flights(From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks
FAQs
The 15-Day Best of Africa – 4 Countries Special includes a carefully curated combination of guided tours, luxury or premium accommodations, ground transportation, selected meals, and all major sightseeing activities across the four destinations featured in the itinerary. Guests typically enjoy game drives, cultural experiences, city tours, and scenic highlights unique to each country. Airport transfers, expert local guides, and park entrance fees are usually part of the package, ensuring a seamless and immersive travel experience.
The 15-Day Best of Africa – 4 Countries Special takes travelers through four remarkable African destinations, often selected to provide a mix of wildlife, culture, and natural attractions. While the exact combination varies by provider, it usually includes a blend such as Kenya or Tanzania for safari, South Africa for city and wildlife diversity, Zimbabwe or Zambia for Victoria Falls, and Botswana or Namibia for desert or delta experiences. Each country adds its own unique charm and depth to the overall journey.
On the 15-Day Best of Africa – 4 Countries Special, accommodations typically range from luxury safari lodges and boutique hotels to comfortable 4–5-star city properties. Safari camps often feature spacious en-suite tents or chalets immersed in nature, while city hotels offer modern amenities such as Wi-Fi, pools, and dining options. The itinerary is designed to balance comfort with authentic local atmosphere, ensuring a memorable stay in each destination.
Yes, the 15-Day Best of Africa – 4 Countries Special is suitable for families, older travelers, and couples, as long as participants are comfortable with moderate travel and frequent movement between destinations. The itinerary usually includes a mix of wildlife activities, cultural visits, and relaxing downtime, and many lodges and hotels accommodate guests of varying ages. Providers may adjust certain activities or offer alternatives for children and seniors to ensure comfort and safety throughout the trip.
For the 15-Day Best of Africa – 4 Countries Special, travelers are encouraged to pack lightweight, neutral-colored clothing suitable for both warm days and cool mornings or evenings. Essentials include comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, and a reusable water bottle. A camera with extra batteries is highly recommended for capturing wildlife and scenery. Since some internal flights or safari vehicles have luggage limits, soft-sided bags are preferred. Travel documents, medication, and personal toiletries should also be included.
Depending on your nationality, the 15-Day Best of Africa – 4 Countries Special may require multiple visas, as you will be crossing several international borders. It is important to check each country’s visa rules in advance and ensure your passport has enough validity and blank pages. Some countries also require proof of yellow fever vaccination or recommend routine travel vaccines. Reputable tour operators usually provide guidance on visa and health requirements to help you prepare before departure.
