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Wenyeji na waendeshaji waliothibitishwa Maeneo na uzoefu wa Afrika wa kiwango cha juu Weka nafasi sasa au omba safari maalum
10-Day Journey Through Southern Africa

Kruger National Park, Botswana

10-Day Journey Through Southern Africa

4.9 / 5 · 70 reviews Offered by Ranger Buck Safaris 10-Day

Overview

Discover Southern Africa's highlights on this seamless journey. Start with thrilling Big Five game drives and immersive safari experiences. Continue to Victoria Falls to witness one of the world's greatest natural wonders and enjoy river cruises or adventure activities. End in Cape Town, where mountains, ocean, culture and cuisine combine for a spectacular finale.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

10-Day

Route

Johannesburg to Cape Town (City) (Day 6-9)

Via Kruger NP, Victoria Falls town (Victoria Falls), Victoria Falls

Country & park

Botswana / Kruger National Park

Style

Mid-range safari

Group size

1-12 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Minimum age

6 years

Activities

game drives

Accommodation

Shishangeni Lodge - Luxury lodge inside Southern Kruger NP (South Africa)

Meals

Day 1: Breakfast & Dinner Included; Day 2-3: All Meals Included; Day 4: Breakfast Included; Day 5: Breakfast & Dinner Included

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

Request quote

Currency

ZAR

10-Day Journey Through Southern Africa
Kruger National Park visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

ZAR

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 R 122,155 ZAR R 79,818 ZAR

Before booking

Important To Know

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is not available to groups larger than 4 people.
This tour is offered in South African Rand (ZAR).
This tour accepts children who are 6 years and older. Children under 12 receive a discount.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. Flights may cost more, depending on travel dates. If so, your quote will reflect this.

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Route

Tour route map
country South Africa
Start Johannesburg (Day 1)
Day 1-3 Kruger NP
country Zimbabwe
Day 4 Victoria Falls town (Victoria Falls)
Day 5 Victoria Falls
country South Africa
End Cape Town (City) (Day 6-9)

Tour Features

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.

Suitable for solo travelers

Solo travelers can book this private tour.

6
Minimum age of 6 years

The minimum age for this tour is 6 years.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: game drives
Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: minivan, normal 4x4 vehicle & air transfer
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Accommodation & Meals

Shishangeni Lodge

Day 1-3

Shishangeni Lodge

Luxury lodge inside Southern Kruger NP (South Africa)

Day 1: Breakfast & Dinner Included; Day 2-3: All Meals Included

Shishangeni LodgeShishangeni LodgeShishangeni Lodge
Shearwater Explorers Village

Day 4-5

Shearwater Explorers Village

Budget lodge at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)

Day 4: Breakfast Included; Day 5: Breakfast & Dinner Included

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The Portswood Hotel

Day 6-9

The Portswood Hotel

Mid-range hotel in Cape Town (City, South Africa) – Breakfast Included

Breakfast Included

The Portswood HotelThe Portswood HotelThe Portswood Hotel

Day 10

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

Breakfast Included

Day By Day

Tour step

Arrival

You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrive Johannesburg & Fly to Nelspruit

Day 1

Arrive Johannesburg & Fly to Nelspruit

On arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport, make your way for your scheduled domestic flight from Johannesburg to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) in Nelspruit (flight included). At Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, you will be met by your driver for your private transfer to the lodge (kruger gate times apply). Settle into your suite, before enjoying an afternoon game drive. A short night drive with spotlights turned on in the search for some of Africa's nocturnal animals will follow the sundowner stop. You will return to the lodge ensuring that you have enough time to freshen up before dinner. Luxury lodge located inside Southern Kruger NP (South Africa) Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Kruger National Park (South Africa) Stay: Shishangeni Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Southern Kruger NP (South Africa) Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Full Day Safari

Day 2

Full Day Safari

You are woken up very early by your ranger for your morning safari. Of course you can choose to stay and have a relaxing morning at the lodge. Before you head out you will enjoy coffee and snacks. During the morning drive you will stop in a secluded spot in the bush to enjoy a fresh cup of coffee. Snacks will also be served while you chat about the mornings sightings. On return to the lodge a hearty breakfast will be served. Take a dip in the pool or enjoy a spa treatment. In the afternoon, head out for another game drive to discover what awaits us in the African bush. Sundowners will be scheduled at a place in the bush where the magnificent African sunset can be enjoyed Enjoy an afternoon game activity. Dinner will be served at the lodge. Luxury lodge located inside Southern Kruger NP (South Africa) All meals included Drinks not included

Destination: Kruger National Park (South Africa) Stay: Shishangeni Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Southern Kruger NP (South Africa) Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Departure to Victoria Falls

Day 4

Departure to Victoria Falls

You'll enjoy your last morning game drive before returning to the lodge for a hearty breakfast. After breakfast, you have time to pack and check out of the lodge. You will be met by your driver for a scheduled transfer to Kruger Mpumalanga International (KMIA) Airport for your flight to Victoria Falls. Upon arrival at Victoria Falls Airport, you'll be transferred to your hotel. After settling in, you will unwind with a spectacular sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. Admire the changing colors of the sky as you glide along the water, with views of elephants bathing and hippos lazing in the shallows. Budget lodge located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Destination: Victoria Falls Town (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe) Stay: Shearwater Explorers Village Budget lodge located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Explore Victoria Falls

Day 5

Explore Victoria Falls

After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, you will embark on a guided tour of Victoria Falls, where you'll witness the awe-inspiring power and beauty of this natural wonder. You will explore different viewpoints along the trails, feeling the mist on your skin and marveling at rainbows arching over the cascading water. For lunch, you will enjoy a delightful meal at Lookout Cafe, offering panoramic vistas of the gorge and the Zambezi River below (lunch for own account). In the evening, you'll be immersed in the vibrant culture of Zimbabwe with a Boma dinner experience. You'll indulge in traditional cuisine while enjoying interactive drumming performances and energetic dancing, creating lasting memories of your time in Victoria Falls. Budget lodge located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included

Destination: Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) Stay: Shearwater Explorers Village Budget lodge located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinks not included
Journey to Cape Town

Day 6

Journey to Cape Town

On your final morning, you will savor a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, before meeting your driver for your transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for your flight to Cape Town (flight included). On arrival at Cape Town International Airport, meet your driver for your transfer to the hotel. Check in and spend the balance of the day at leisure. Mid-range hotel in Cape Town (City, South Africa) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Destination: Cape Town (City, South Africa) Stay: The Portswood Hotel Mid-range hotel in Cape Town (City, South Africa) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Cape Town City & Table Mountain

Day 7

Cape Town City & Table Mountain

Tintswalo is an exclusive safari lodge under traditional grassing. Situated on a private Manyeleti Reserve concession, within the Greater Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga province. It is a pristine wilderness reserve nestled between the Sabi Sand, Timbavati and Kruger Park, abounding in Big Five game and spectacular bird life. The area is unique for its minimal vehicle density and so offering a true exclusive safari experience. Tintswalo Safari suites and main lodge areas are all situated along a seasonal riverbed among an ancient sycamore tree grove. The exquisitely appointed main lodge overlooks a waterhole frequented by a large herd of elephant and other big game. The luxury explorer suites are all linked to the main lodge by raised wooden walkways. Mid-range hotel in Cape Town (City, South Africa) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Destination: Cape Town (City, South Africa) Stay: The Portswood Hotel Mid-range hotel in Cape Town (City, South Africa) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Cape Peninsula Tour

Day 8

Cape Peninsula Tour

Breakfast at the hotel. Your guide will meet you at your hotel in the morning for a Private Full Day Cape Peninsula Tour. • Travel at a pace that allows you to explore the beauty of the Cape Peninsula. • Depart for the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve along one of South Africa’s most scenic routes, passing Hout Bay. • Travel along Chapman's Peak Drive (conditions permitting). • Visit the penguin colony at Boulders Beach. • Continue to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. • The scenery en route to Cape Point, at the South Western tip of the reserve, is particularly lovely in spring when wildflowers carpet the landscape. • Ascend to the top of by Funicular. Return to the hotel and spend the balance of the day at leisure. Mid-range hotel in Cape Town (City, South Africa) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Destination: Cape Town (City, South Africa) Stay: The Portswood Hotel Mid-range hotel in Cape Town (City, South Africa) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Explore the winelands

Day 9

Explore the winelands

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Your guide will meet you at your hotel in the morning for a Private Full Day Winelands Tour. Your first stop will be at Boschendal Wine Estate. Enjoy a cheese and wine pairing, experience exquisite views of the Franschhoek Valley as you explore the farm on horseback. Guided horse rides are available throughout the day where you’ll get a glimpse of Boschendal’s beauty. Explore the authentic outdoor farm experience Boschendal offers to kids. Young adventurers can experience the natural wonders of the farm with a playground, pump track and supervised holiday programmes, After lunch, a road transfer to Waterford Wine Estate. The wine tasting will be accompanied with a handcrafted platter, which is well suited to pair with the individual wines. The experience will culminate with a tasting of our Wine & Chocolate Pairing. Enjoy your evening at leisure. Mid-range hotel in Cape Town (City, South Africa) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Destination: Cape Town (City, South Africa) Stay: The Portswood Hotel Mid-range hotel in Cape Town (City, South Africa) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Day 10

Day of Departure

Breakfast at the hotel and check out. You will be met by your driver for a private transfer to Cape Town (CPT) International Airport for your onward flight home (Flights not included in the cost). Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Destination: No major destination visited Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included

Tour step

End of tour

Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.

Included

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 flights during the tour

All Taxes/VAT

Roundtrip airport transfer

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Excluded

International flights (From/to home)

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Tips (Tipping guideline US$25.00 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)

Getting There

This tour starts in Johannesburg and ends in Cape Town, South Africa
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB - Check price) in Johannesburg
Fly back from Cape Town Airport (CPT - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Ranger Buck Safaris
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Ranger Buck Safaris

4.9 operator rating 70 reviews

Discover Africa’s wild beauty with Ranger Buck Safaris, specialists in arranging custom designed luxury safaris across Southern and East Africa. From the Serengeti to the Okavango Delta, enjoy bespoke itineraries featuring world-class lodges, expert guides, and exclusive wildlife experiences. With personalized service and unforgettable encounters, Ranger Buck Safaris offers the ultimate in high-end safari experiences..!!

Office In

South Africa

Size

5-10 employees (Founded in 2019)

Member Of

APTA & SATSA

Tour Types

Custom luxury tours that can start every day

Destinations

Botswana, Kenya, Madagascar, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Traveler feedback

Reviews

4.90 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5
Verified

I would highly recommend this trip.

Every part of our trip, including Johannesburg, Mala Mala, Victoria Falls and Cape Town, was well managed and included knowledgeable guides. Each experience was full of learning and an amazing trip overall. The safari in Mala Mala was the highlight where our guide, Nick, did his best to assure we would see all the possible animals in this game reserve. Even last minute adds, like our helicopter tour over Victoria Falls and the hot air balloon ride over wine country in Cape Town, were handled extremely well. I would highly recommend this trip put together by Ranger Bucks! We felt the cost of the trip was very fair, with the fine places we stayed, the management of our time and communication was great.

Karen · United States

Verified

Ranger Buck: For a seamless and extraordinary travel experience

We use the amazing Lindsay, from Ranger Buck for all our Safari bookings and have yet to deal with a more professional team. Each step of the process is handled with the utmost care and expertise. There is an exceptional attention to detail which ensures every aspect of the trip is perfect. You always feel like a VIP! I highly recommend the Ranger Buck team for a seamless and extraordinary travel experience. :-)

Avril Reitz · South Africa

Verified

Arranged for us one of the best trps we've ever had

Archie and Johnny at Ranger Buck Safaris were a pleasure to work with. They arranged everything for our fabulous trip, not missing any details. During the planning they were responsive and helpful, answering all our questions in a timely manner. During the trip they were easy to reach and so helpful! Their service, along with the service at all the places they arranged for us to visit, was fantastic. All of the places they picked for us were amazing...the hotels, the safari lodges, the animals, the activities, the game drives, etc were all top-notch. The food was out of this world. I'm at a complete loss for words when it comes to describing the amazing people that took care of us at the hotels and safari lodges. From the safari guides to the chefs, the greeters to the housekeeping staff...everyone was beyond belief. I really can't think of the words to express how blown away we were by the level of service and the friendliness of everyone we encountered. From now on when anyone I know expresses interest in a trip to Africa, I will immediately say "GO!", and I will give them the number for Ranger Buck Safaris. And if (when?!) we get a chance to go back, I wouldn't trust anyone else to plan my trip. Thank you Archie and Johnny!!! You're the best.

Jacquie · United States

Verified

Highly recommended to organise any safari or tour in Africa

Our Deserts and Waterfalls adventure in Namibia during May and June was nothing short of spectacular. From the initial planning phase to the very end, everything was meticulously organized. Johnny from Ranger Buck Safaris provided excellent suggestions based on our brief. Our request was quite complex—we moved around a lot and wanted to experience everything. We had a once-in-a-lifetime experience staying in a POD in Sossusvlei. The 3.5-hour transfer from Walvis Bay to Sossusvlei allowed us to truly immerse ourselves in Namibia’s desert landscape. The POD itself was breathtaking—no signs of villages or cities, just us, the desert, and the wildlife, including oryx, hyenas, and birds." We flew to Zimbabwe to experience the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls. Our itinerary included a guided visit to the falls, a thrilling helicopter flight over the cascades, and a delightful lunch at a restaurant with a view of the falls. Afterward, we moved downstream to a lodge on the Zambezi River, where we enjoyed a few relaxing nights.” Wonderful trip

Jackie · South Africa

Practical answers

Tour FAQs

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Are rates charged per person?

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

Which currency is this tour priced in?

This tour is offered in South African Rand (ZAR).

Can children join this tour?

This tour accepts children who are 6 years and older. Children under 12 receive a discount.

Can this tour start on my preferred date?

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can the itinerary be customized?

You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.

Where do travelers stay during this tour?

Shishangeni Lodge - Luxury lodge inside Southern Kruger NP (South Africa). Meals: Day 1: Breakfast & Dinner Included; Day 2-3: All Meals Included

Are airport transfers included?

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

How does the quote request work?

We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly

Operator policy

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Booking terms

Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Ranger Buck Safaris, not SafariBookings.

This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.

If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.

Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.

The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.

If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.

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