SAVE $934* per person

12 Day Splendors of South Africa & Victoria Falls

   
Destination:
Multiple Cities, South Africa
Duration:
11 Nights
Offer ends:
30 April 2026
Valid for travel:
23 May – 3 June 2027, 6 June – 17 June 2027, 14 June – 25 June 2027, Other departures available between January – November 2027, seasonal surcharges may apply.

Details

Designed from the ground up for a maximum of 24 guests in Africa, this Small Group Discovery tour has everything you need to explore with up-close-and-exclusive experiences that go beyond traditional tours.

Small groups lead to big experiences on this Small Group Discovery tour of Africa with a lion’s share of captivating cities, private game reserves, natural wonders, and wondrous wildlife? Point your compass south for the diverse and enchanting sights of South Africa and Zimbabwe. The glorious panoramas from Cape Town’s Table Mountain and the candy-hued streets of the Bo-Kaap neighborhood set the stage for the sweet sights to come. Six open-air game drives in Kruger National Park offer a fascinating glimpse of up to 42 mammal species and 350 bird species. Keep your eyes peeled for the “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo—before branching out in Johannesburg. Here, you’ll explore Soweto, the city’s largest township, including the former home of Nelson Mandela and the significant sites of the anti-apartheid movement. Your South Africa vacation crescendos at Victoria Falls, called Mosi-oa-Tunya (the smoke that thunders) on the Zambezi River. Twice the height of Niagara Falls, this breathtaking waterfall spanning the border of Zimbabwe and Zambia offers twice the photo ops. A Small Group Discovery tour for the wild mannered!

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Guided sightseeing in Cape Town includes a stroll along the Grand Parade past the landmarks of St. George’s Cathedral, Parliament, and more
  • Learn about the vibrant Bo-Kaap neighborhood on a walk with a Local Guide and enjoy a traditional lunch
  • Speed past the lines with the Fast Track pass up Table Mountain
  • Visit Cape Point Nature Reserve and ride the funicular to the steps of the old lighthouse
  • View the endangered Africa penguins at Boulders Beach
  • 6 game drives in Kruger National Park, nightly Sundowners, and an astronomy stargazing experience
  • Sightseeing in Johannesburg includes a walk with a Local Guide through Soweto, a visit to the Mandela House, and the Constitution Hill Museum
  • Enjoy an evening cruise with drinks and canapés on the Zambezi
  • Take a guided walk at thrilling Victoria Falls!
  • 4-wheel-drive safari vehicle, limited to just 9 guests and equipped with an open roof for unfettered game viewing
  • Hand selected hotels and safari lodge
  • All internal flights!

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Inclusions

  • 11 Nights in hand selected hotels and safari lodge
  • Breakfasts daily, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
  • Services of a Tour Director and Local Guides
  • VIP access to the iconic sites
  • Seamless transportation by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi and 4-wheel-drive safari vehicle

Itinerary

Your Small Group Discovery Tour begins! 

Welcome to Cape Town, commonly referred to as the “Mother City” by locals, as it was home to the first European settlement in South Africa. Hotel check-in is available mid-afternoon.

City Sights & Soaring Heights 

Start at the Grand Parade to see the Castle of Good Hope and City Hall. Walk to see more of Cape Town’s landmarks including St. George’s Cathedral, Parliament, and The Company’s Garden. Then, join a local community leader to explore the Bo-Kaap neighborhood, also known as the Malay Quarter, including a visit to the Bo-Kaap Community Center. After a traditional Malay lunch, enjoy a scenic cable-car ride to the top of Table Mountain for stunning 360-degree views over the city. Tonight, enjoy dinner at a popular local restaurant! (B,L,D) 

LOCAL FAVOURITE SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE 

Explore Cape Town’s neighbourhood that was founded by former slaves in the 1750s. Today, Bo-Kaap is a melting pot of cultures within its National Heritage sites. Stroll past vibrantly hued houses ranging from lime-green and pink to orange, reflective of Dutch and British architecture. Your Local Guide shares fascinating stories of this lively neighbourhood where the aromas of fragrant spices waft from local restaurants and spice shops. Enjoy lunch with your small group, followed by a cable-car ride to take in the 360-degree views from the top of Table Mountain.

Rocky Coast & Beach Life 

Take a scenic drive along stunning Chapman’s Peak Drive en route to Cape Point Nature Reserve. Stop at the Cape of Good Hope before arriving at Cape Point. Ride a funicular to the steps of the old lighthouse with panoramic views of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. After lunch at a local seafront restaurant, visit Boulders Beach to see a colony of endangered African penguins. Free time this evening. (B,L) 

TOUR HIGHLIGHT TUXEDO JUNCTION 

Jackets aren’t required on Boulders Beach, even though the residents look dressed to the hilt. The only penguins found on the continent; African penguins are known for the unique sound they make. Colonies can be found from southern Namibia all the way around the South African coast, and Boulders Beach is the premiere viewing spot.

Free to Wander 

Full day at leisure for your own discoveries in this beautiful city. (B) 

ENHANCED FREE TIME ENHANCE YOUR EXPLORE MORE 

Today, consider exploring the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, take an excursion to the stunning Cape Winelands for wine tasting, or go whale watching in nearby Hermanus (June-December). Optional excursions are available for purchase with MyGlobus. 

Operation Safari 

Fly to the Kruger Mpumalanga Airport and transfer to your luxury tent camp located just outside the national park. Arrive in the home to an abundance of wildlife for a game drive to spot the “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo. Return to your lodge for Sundowners and dinner. Your visit here contributes to Endangered Wildlife Trust’s Conservation Canine Project, aimed at training dogs to patrol, detect and track poachers and to the Lion Recovery Fund who works towards the rehabilitation of Lions and their habitats. (B,D) 

TOUR HIGHLIGHT SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE 

Climb aboard your custom safari vehicle for an afternoon game drive with a skilled tracker and professional Ranger who share fascinating facts about this wildlife paradise, while helping to spot the majestic creatures who call the national park their home. 

ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT 

Staying in a luxury tent camp is the ultimate safari experience in South Africa. Go off-road to get close to the wildlife at Elephant Walk Tent Camp, a stylish camp featuring regional African cuisine, bar/lounge, pool, and game viewing opportunities on the Crocodile River. Each spacious room features views from a private balcony, air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, safe, and a large ensuite bathroom!

Kruger Magic 

Rise early for coffee, tea, and pastries before your morning game drive. Keep an eye out for big cats after their night of hunting. Other animals you may see include kudu, impala, giraffe, hippo, cheetah, spotted hyena, wildebeest, and more. Return for brunch late-morning followed by time to relax at your lodge. Afternoon game drive with sundowner drinks. (B,L,D) 

TOUR HIGHLIGHT SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE 

As the sun sets over the majestic landscape, enjoy a memorable happy hour in the bush in the nostalgic tradition of early safari explorers.

Spotting Skills 

Sharpen your game-spotting skills on your morning and afternoon game drives. Watch for African buffalo, reintroduced to the area after an absence of more than 50 years, reuniting the “Big Five” to roam freely. After Sundowners and dinner, join a private astronomy chat and stargazing experience with a local expert. (B,L,D) 

ENHANCED FREE TIME ENHANCE YOUR EXPLORE MORE 

When not on a game drive, do as the lions do with a rest in the heat of the day. Enjoy your lodge amenities, swim in the pool, kick back on a viewing deck or your private balcony to watch nearby wildlife. 

TOUR HIGHLIGHT STARRY EYED 

The night skies above the Kruger National Park area are a sight to behold, with vivid constellations that cover the sky with a blanket of twinkling stars against Africa’s dark skies. Join a local expert for a private astronomy talk and look upward as we unveil the stellar secrets of the African night sky.

A Jaunt to Joburg Enjoy a final game drive this morning before boarding your flight from Kruger to Johannesburg. Free time late afternoon and evening. (B)

From the Dark Enters Light 

Guided sightseeing includes a visit to Soweto (Southwestern Township) with a local community member. Along the way, see the neighbourhood that was home to two Nobel Peace Prize winners: Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Nelson Mandela. Visit Mandela House, where Nelson Mandela lived with his family from 1946 to around 1960, when he was forced underground to elude arrest. Also learn about the impact of his wife, Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, known as the “Mother of the Nation” and a formidable anti-apartheid activists. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit Constitution Hill, a museum that tells the story of South Africa’s journey to democracy. (B,L) 

LOCAL FAVOURITE A BEACON OF LIGHT 

Soweto, the largest township in the country, is a part of South Africa’s turbulent past, but this multicultural area is also a reflection of today and hope for tomorrow. Your Local Guide shares insightful stories as you see the Hector Pieterson Memorial and the former neighbourhoods of Nobel Peace Prize winners, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, and Nelson Mandela, featuring the Mandela House—former home of the legendary human rights leader.

Zoom to Zimbabwe & Sunset Sensations 

Fly to Zimbabwe and transfer to your hotel. Take a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. The remainder of the evening is at your leisure. (B)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT THE RIVER WILD 

Transfer to the Zambezi River’s edge and board the cruise boat. You’ll be treated like royalty as you take in the scenery and watch for wildlife while sipping and sampling from a selection of included drinks and canapés. Your cruise culminates in a spectacular African sunset!

Smoke on the Water 

Take a guided walk at Victoria Falls, or Mosi-oa-Tunya (the smoke that thunders), as the locals call it, due to the clouds of mist produced by the cascading cataracts. Learn about the history of the falls and fascinating facts about the local flora and fauna with plentiful photo opportunities. Free time late morning and early afternoon. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner on the banks of the Zambezi River, featuring a menu of African-fusion dishes using fresh local ingredients. (B,D) 

ENHANCED FREE TIME ENHANCE YOUR EXPLORE MORE 

Soar high above the falls on an optional helicopter ride or visit a nearby village to experience the local culture. Optional excursions are available for purchase at MyGlobus. 

Safe travels until we meet again! 

Fly to Johannesburg. Schedule departing flights after 7:30 pm. (B)

Terms & Conditions

*Conditions apply. Prices correct as at 15/04/2026 but may fluctuate if surcharges, fees, taxes or currency change. Offers subject to availability. Agents may charge service fees, rates vary. Payments by credit card will incur a surcharge.  Airfare not included unless otherwise stated. All savings are included in the advertised price. Offers may be withdrawn without notice and are not combinable with any other offers unless stated. Please check all prices, availability and other information before booking. Globus Tours and Helloworld Travel booking terms and conditions apply, see in store for details. 

 *Terms and conditions: From price of $10,464 is per person, twin share when you book & deposit between 14/04/26 -  30/04/26. From price is based on 23 May 2027 tour departure and includes a 10% discount. All care is taken to promote correct pricing at time of printing, is subject to tour availability and will be confirmed at time of reservation. All prices are per person, twin share and include any applicable charges and savings. To secure reservation, a non-refundable deposit of $500 per person/per tour is required at the time of booking or by 30/04/26 (whichever comes first). Not combinable with any other offer except Second Tour discount (may be applied when multiple tours are booked at the same time for travel within the same calendar year) and/or Welcome Back Credit. All discounts based on land-only portion of core tour on twin share price, not including extra night accommodations, upgrades, extensions, taxes/fees, tips and, supplements/reductions. Valid for Singles (single supplement applies). Offer can be withdrawn or amended at any time without notice. Additional restrictions may apply. For full terms and conditions visit globus.com.au   

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$10,464* | per person, twin share
SAVE $934* per person
Destination:
Multiple Cities, South Africa
Duration:
11 Nights
Offer ends:
30 April 2026
Valid for travel:
23 May – 3 June 2027
6 June – 17 June 2027
14 June – 25 June 2027
Other departures available between January – November 2027, seasonal surcharges may apply.

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