Duration
9-Day
Accra, Botswana
This tour is tailor-made for those who want to see the top highlights in Southern Africa. The tour starts with 3 nights in the most beautiful city in Africa - Cape Town! Go on safari to see the Big 5 in the Sabi Sand Reserve - one of the world's most abundant natural wilderness areas where hundreds of animal species roam free. End your time in Africa at the Victoria Falls. This is a short tour but with excellent 4-star hotels and lodges in the best locations.
Plan snapshot
Duration
9-Day
Route
Cape Town (Day 1-3) to Victoria Falls Town
Via Sabi Sands, Victoria Falls
Country & park
Botswana
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
12 years
Activities
game drives, evening/night game drives, walking safaris (with an armed guide) & boat trip
Accommodation
The Winchester Hotel - Luxury hotel in Cape Town (City, South Africa) – Breakfast Included
Meals
Breakfast Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
ZAR
Rates
ZAR
Before booking
Quote flow
This luxury tour uses lodges and hotels.
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request changes to this tour.
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
The minimum age for this tour is 12 years.
Day 1-3
Luxury hotel in Cape Town (City, South Africa) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 4-6
Luxury lodge inside Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger, South Africa) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 7-8
Luxury lodge at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 9
(No accommodation)
Meals at Own Expense
Tour step
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Arrive at Cape Town International Airport and transfer by road to the Winchester Mansions close to the V&A Waterfront for 3 nights on a B&B basis. Situated along the scenic Sea Point Promenade and facing the Atlantic Ocean with the majestic backdrop of Table Mountain, Winchester Mansions in Cape Town is an iconic seafront hotel. It has maintained its original Cape Dutch architecture and is popular among local and international guests. Your location means you are just a short walk away from the beautiful promenade as well as the popular "Hop-on, Hop-off Bus". The bus stops at all the major destinations in and around Cape Town, including Kirstenbosch Gardens and Camps Bay Beach. A 2-day "Hop-on, Hop-off Bus" bus ticket is also included during your stay. Luxury hotel in Cape Town (City, South Africa) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 4
Transfer to Cape Town Airport for your flight to Nelspruit. Take a charter flight into the Sabi Sands Private Reserve and stay at Arathusa Safari Lodge for 3 nights on a fully-inclusive basis. A short flight takes you from the Cape’s glittering oceans and plump vineyards to the heart of big-game country. The Sabi Sands Reserve adjoins the Kruger National Park and offers the double advantage of epic Big 5 viewing (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo) as well as the exclusivity of a private reserve. Leopards, in particular, are abundant in this region with perhaps the globe’s highest population. Arathusa prides itself on its leopard viewing. As these elusive cats are territorial, their regular appearance in the area enables us to plot their movements and observe their behaviour. Activities include morning and afternoon game drives leading into evening game drives. Walking safaris are also offered after the morning game drive for those who want to experience nature up close. Luxury lodge inside Sabi Sands (Greater Kruger, South Africa) All meals included All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Day 7
Today you fly back to Nelspruit, and then from the Kruger Park region to Victoria Falls. Take a road transfer to Ilala Lodge, located a few minutes from Victoria Falls. You’ll have 2 nights on a B&B basis. A dramatic finale to an epic tour; Victoria Falls! Besides a visit to the waterfall itself, activities include river cruises, island picnics and cultural tours. Ilala Lodge Hotel is a family-run hotel that offers luxury and comfort in the heart of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Nestled in attractive gardens, the well-appointed hotel is a mere 8-minute walk from Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Ilala Lodge Hotel is ideally located and it is very easy for guests to access all the historical sites, restaurants and activities available in Victoria Falls. A sunset cruise on the Ra-Ikana 16-seater boat is also included during your stay. Luxury lodge located at Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 9
You’ll be transferred to Victoria Falls Airport after breakfast for the end of the tour. Meals at own expense Drinks not included
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
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)
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)
Offered by
“Founded in 2005, Safari Online is a small, owner-run Tour Operator with 80 years of combined experience in the tourism industry. We are a family of passionate individuals who love Africa – its people, wildlife and natural landscapes – and are based in Cape Town which makes planning an African Safari Holiday easy for us. We have local, up-to-date knowledge, the right contacts and same-time replies. And if you need real-time assistance when you’re on tour, we’re right here for you.”
Office In
South Africa
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2005)
Member Of
Southern Africa Tourism Services Association
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Botswana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5My wife and I returned recently from a safari trip arranged by Safari-online and we both enthusiastically tell our friends that this was the trip of a lifetime. We began planning in 2024 by working with our operator, Ilona Biagio. Ilona met with us twice by remote video calls. She took the time to get to know us and find out exactly what we like and know. She had questions for us and did not try to "sell' us a package before she figured out the perfect customized itinerary. I highly recommend to future customers that you begin your journey by meeting with the tour operator face-to-face. Ilona then put together two options and then considering what she knew about us, she guided us to the best option. One more thing: at some point she learned that 2025 was our 20th wedding anniversary, so at each destination, the camp staff did something special for us. We were truely touched. Thank you, Ilona! Safari-Online works with Desert and Delta Safari tours. D & D Safari is also a highly professional team that made our experience rich and safe. The accomodations were over the top. The food was amazing. The staff are unforgettable. Thank you, Safari-online and Desert and Delta
AJ and Cathy · United States
I cannot say enough good things about my experience with Safari Online! From start to finish, everything was seamless, well-organized, and beyond our expectations. The communication before the trip was prompt and helpful, and Ilona made us feel comfortable throughout the process. Ilona is incredibly knowledgeable, and passionate about curating the perfect itinerary her clients and we felt that every step of the way. She truly is the safari specialist. The communication was frequent at some points, and promptly responses. Before we were set to embark on our trip, she was in constant contact with us and even made us a digital visual of our itinerary to get us even more excited! If you're considering booking a safari trip, don’t hesitate—just go for it! I would recommend Safari Online and Ilona to absolutely everyone. It was hands down one of the best travel experiences we've ever had.
Priyanka · United States
We recently returned from a breathtaking safari across Botswana and Zimbabwe, masterfully organized by Safari Online. The process from start to finish was smooth, personal, and incredibly detailed. Our coordinator, Lindsey Calldo, deserves special recognition. She listened closely to our interests—especially my goal of photographing wildlife—and crafted an itinerary that maximized exposure to Botswana’s stunningly diverse ecosystems. Each lodge—Camp Moremi, Leroo La Tau, Camp Okavango, and Savute Safari Lodge—was handpicked for its setting, comfort, and wildlife access. The trip flowed beautifully from wetlands to woodlands to riverine forests, giving us ideal conditions for photography, relaxation, and immersive game drives. Over the course of two weeks, we saw elephants, giraffes, zebras, hippos, buffalo, crocodiles, monitor lizards, mongooses, warthogs, cheetahs, lions, leopards, serval cat, every antelope species imaginable, and an astonishing variety of birdlife—from fish eagles and lilac-breasted rollers to ground hornbills and African jacanas. Each day offered a new highlight, framed by dramatic landscapes, fiery sunsets, and guides who knew exactly how to position us for the perfect shot. What really sets Safari Online apart is their depth of experience and responsiveness. Every transfer, lodge detail, and logistical nuance was handled with precision. Lindsey’s recommendations for Desert & Delta Safaris properties were spot-on and added real value to our journey. If you're a photographer, wildlife enthusiast, or someone seeking a tailor-made safari that feels truly cared for—Safari Online is the team to trust. We returned with not just unforgettable memories, but a portfolio of images we’ll cherish forever.
Ken · United States
South Africa has always been a lifetime bucket list. I found Safari Online from searching the internet and reading some reviews. Within 24 hours I was talking to Vansheree. What an absolute pleasure! Vansheree made my entire experience from start to finish effortless. Her experience of actually staying where she was recommending was instrumental in the success of my adventure. 5 Star communication, punctual, value for money. I’m already looking at my next trip! Thamabati in the Greater Kruger was the highlight of my trip, small group, wonderful staff and lots of animals to see. Vansheree organised my entire trip, I felt safe travelling with my best friend, who is also female. I can not thank Vansheree enough from the bottom of my heart, you have fulfilled a lifetime dream.
Alison Wark · Australia
Practical answers
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in South African Rand (ZAR).
This tour accepts children who are 12 years and older.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request changes to this tour.
The Winchester Hotel - Luxury hotel in Cape Town (City, South Africa) – Breakfast Included. Meals: Breakfast Included
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
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
This tour is offered by Safari Online, 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.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Safari Online.
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