Depart Australia today to begin your South African safari!

On arrival at Johannesburg Airport, proceed to the collection point (approximately 40 meters from the exit of the airport) for your transfer to your 5 star hotel, D’Orealle Grande  for your overnight stay in Johannesburg. The hotel provides a complimentary return airport shuttle service. Relax and unwind from your flight.

Accommodation and meals: D’ Orealle Grande (B)

After breakfast, the hotel’s airport shuttle service will provide you the transfer to the airport for your connecting flight to Victoria Falls – please book the departure time at the hotel reception. On arrival at Victoria Falls Airport, you will be met by one of our representatives for the transfer to your Hotel. Later the afternoon, you will be collected at your hotel for a sundowner Zambezi River Cruise which is a superb way to relax and enjoy the beauty of the river. You will have the opportunity to see a variety of game, including elephants, hippo, crocodiles, and different bird species.

Accommodation:  A Zambezi River Lodge or similar (B)

After breakfast, you will be collected at the hotel to discover how the Victoria Falls were formed and what local customs and traditions surround them. The tour undertakes a scenic route and is led by an expert local guide. Learn how Livingstone in 1851, first heard of the great waterfall, but it was only in 1855 that he set out to visit it.  He landed on the biggest island on the lip of the falls, now called Livingstone Island and from there obtained his first view of the Falls.

After the tour of the Vic Falls, enjoy lunch at the Lookout Restaurant where you will have views of the flying fox and zip line activities.

Optional activity for your own account – Helicopter flight over the Victoria Falls.

The spectacular helicopter flight over the Victoria Falls is known as the ‘Flight of Angels’. The best way to appreciate the true splendour of the Victoria Falls is to view it from the air. The helicopters have specially designed ‘bubble shaped’ windows perfect for panoramic viewing and great photographic opportunities from all seats.

Accommodation: A Zambezi River Lodge or similar (B,L)

Today you depart Victoria Falls for your onward journey to the Kruger National Park. You will be collected at your hotel for the transfer to the airport. Please refer to the flight itinerary for the departure Airport.

Upon arrival at Nelspruit, you will be met by a representative of your lodge and transferred to your luxury accommodation. After check-in, relax and enjoy the day at your leisure in the tranquil environment. Later this evening, enjoy a 3-course dinner to round off the day.

Accommodation: Maqueda Lodge or similar (B, D)

Today, start with an early morning game drive in the Kruger National Park. Ensure you bring your camera along as you will be spotting the BIG 5 in their natural environment. The abundance of species you will see will be an experience of a lifetime. Get up close to the animals in your specialised safari vehicle lead by an expert guide. The game drive is approximately 6-8 hours. Later this evening, enjoy a sumptuous 3 course dinner while swapping stories of your animal encounters earlier that day.

NB You will have a lunch break stopover in the Lower Sabi to stretch your legs and utilise the bathroom facilities if required. There is a restaurant where you can purchase light meals (for your own account).

Accommodation and meals: Maqueda Lodge or similar (B, D)

Today is a free day. After breakfast, you may simply wish to relax and unwind from the previous days safaris or partake in an optional excursion to Swaziland or the Panoramic Day tour.

Please see optional extras below.

Accommodation: Maqueda Lodge or similar (B, D)

Rise early again today for your second game drive in the Kruger National Park – you might spot animals you missed on the first game drive and encounter different experiences. Nothing comes close to experiencing the raw power of the lion hunt, the sheer bulk and force of the rhino, the delicacy and grace of the leopard, the supreme confidence of a herd of elephants and the adrenalin racing charge of the African buffalo.

NB You will have a lunch break stopover in the Lower Sabi to stretch your legs and utilise the bathroom facilities if required. There is a restaurant where you can purchase light meals (for your own account).

Accommodation: Maqueda Lodge or similar (B,D)

After an early morning breakfast, sadly you will bid farewell to the Lodge after memorable and unique experiences while on safaris and tours.You will be transferred to Nelspruit Airport for your homeward flight to Australia.

Accommodation: Maqueda Lodge or similar (B)