16 DAYS FROM THE CAPE TO KRUGER
with Victoria Falls!

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    Multi Departures:   Jul26 – Oct27

    16 Days

    Cape Town → Johannesburg

  Small Group Tour

   Game drives by land and water

   Sunset safari cruise

 

from

$8,687*

pp twin share

Enthralling game drives, stunning scenery, and fun experiences…this South Africa tour with Victoria Falls has it all! Have your camera ready as you ride in open-air, safari vehicles during game drives in Kruger National Park, one of the world’s largest game reserves and home to impala, zebra, cheetah, spotted hyena, and more, and in Mkuze Game Reserve, where you’ll watch for lion, leopard, rhino, Cape buffalo, and giraffe. Enjoy a cruise on Lake Jozini home to hippo, Nile crocodile, and, if you’re lucky, elephant along the shore. At Stony Point Nature Reserve, observe the endangered African penguins engage in their daily activities. In addition to wildlife, you’ll also experience unique culture and spectacular scenery on this tour through South Africa. Learn about Zulu customs and life today during a fascinating village walk and interact with local artisans in eSwatini. Visit Tsitsikamma National Park for a walk through its unique coastal forest. Drive along Chapman’s Peak Drive, one of the world’s most scenic drives skirting the rocky coastline, and the scenic Panorama Route, with its dramatic landscapes tracing the course of the mighty Blyde River. Marvel at the stalagmites and stalactites at the Cango Caves. Witness rugged rocks, sheer cliffs, crashing waves, and panoramic ocean views at Cape Point, Africa’s southwestern most point.

In Zimbabwe, stand in awe as you witness and hear the roar of stunning Victoria Falls, the world’s largest falls and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. All of this and more await you on this South Africa and Victoria Falls tour for savvy, value-minded travelers!

FROM THE CAPE TO KRUGER with Victoria Falls
16 Days

Day 1: Arrive Cape Town, South Africa
Day 2: Cape Town
Day 3: Cape Town
Day 4: Cape Town–Stony Point Nature Reserve–Hermanus–Mossel Bay
Day 5: Mossel Bay–Knysna
Day 6: Knysna–Tsitsikamma National Park Reserve Excursion
Day 7: Knysna–George–Durban–Umhlanga
Day 8: Umhlanga–Mkuze
Day 9: Mkuze
Day 10: Mkuze–Mhlambanyatsi, Eswatini
Day 11: Eswatini–Greater Kruger National Park Area
Day 12: Greater Kruger National Park Area
Day 13: Greater Kruger National Park Area–Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Day 14: Victoria Falls
Day 15: Victoria Falls
Day 16: Victoria Falls–Johannesburg

YOUR ITINERARY:

DAY 1:  ARRIVE CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
Welcome to South Africa! Check into your hotel and prepare for a fascinating journey.
DAY 2 – CAPE TOWN
This morning, visit Table Mountain for an aerial cable-car ride to the top for stunning views of the city, Robben Island, and the Cape winelands. Then, take a scenic drive south via Chapman’s Peak Drive, which skirts the rocky coastline and is one of the most scenic drives in the world. Continue to Cape Point Nature Reserve for stops at the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point, the southwestern most point on the African continent. Here, ride a funicular to the steps of the old lighthouse for spectacular panoramic views. Return to Cape Town and enjoy the evening at your leisure.
Meals: breakfast
DAY 3: CAPE TOWN
Enjoy a full day at leisure for free-time pursuits. Perhaps explore the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront or go deeper with a whale-watching cruise in nearby Hermanus (June-December). Your Tour Director has suggestions to help you make the most of your day. May we recommend a glass-half-full kind of day in the stunning Cape Winelands for tastings and breathtaking scenery and cellars? Wine not!
Meals: breakfast
DAY 4: CAPE TOWN–STONY POINT NATURE RESERVE–HERMANUS–MOSSEL BAY
This morning, depart Cape Town and drive to Stony Point Nature Reserve to see a colony of endangered African Penguins. Known for the unique sound they make, these penguins grow to an average height of two feet and live in burrows and rock crevices along the beach. Stop in Hermanus for independent exploration. Enjoy lunch at a quaint café, visit the shops, or walk the coastal path in search of marine life, including whales that frequent the area. Continue along the stunning Garden Route, named for its exceptionally verdant, lush, and ecologically diverse vegetation, which makes the coastal strip resemble a well-tended garden. Arrive in Mossel Bay for a free evening.
Meals: breakfast
DAY 5: MOSSEL BAY–KNYSNA
Spend a relaxing morning at leisure before indulging in a memorable gin tasting experience. South Africa’s connection to gin dates back to the 18th century, when British colonists used quinine‑infused tonic mixed with gin as a remedy to help ward off malaria. As the British Empire expanded across Africa, the popularity of gin traveled with it, eventually becoming a beloved part of South Africa’s modern craft‑spirits scene. Later, travel onward along the Garden Route to Knysna, one of the coast’s most picturesque destinations. Enjoy scenic stops along the way to fully appreciate the region’s natural beauty. This evening, your Tour Director will be available with recommendations to help you make the most of your time in this charming waterfront village.
DAY 6: KNYSNA–TSITSIKAMMA NATIONAL PARK RESERVE EXCURSION
Today, explore the spectacular Tsitsikamma National Park on a walk through the indigenous coastal forest to the mouth of the Storms River. Cross the famous suspension bridge for views of the coastline and to see the Storms River Mouth Cave. As part of Globus family of brands Lighthouse Project, your visit here contributes to Endangered Wildlife Trust’s Indian Ocean Humpback Dolphin Project, focusing on monitoring species reproduction and overall count. Return to Knysna for time to explore the waterfront or make a splash with an optional whale-watching cruise off the coast to spy the migration of whales passing through the pristine waters of the Indian Ocean (June – November; January – May departures offer an exciting Eco Marine Cruise to spot dolphins, seals, penguins, and birdlife that call this stunning area home). Tonight, you may wish to walk to the waterfront for dinner and shopping.
Meals: breakfast
DAY 7: KNYSNA–GEORGE–DURBAN–UMHLANGA
This morning, drive to George for your flight to Durban. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in the vibrant and bustling Umhlanga Rocks area for the evening.
Meals: breakfast
DAY 8: UMHLANGA–MKUZE
Today, drive to Mkuze in the heart of Zululand. After your included lunch, you may wish to join an optional excursion to the Lebombo mountains for a memorable walk to interact with local Zulu people and learn about their customs and life today in this rural community. Spend 2-nights at the foot of legendary Ghost Mountain (Tshaneni), the site of epic battles and ceremonial burial ground of great Zulu chiefs.
Meals: breakfast,lunch, dinner
DAY 9: MKUZE
This morning, take a game drive in Mkuze Game Reserve, the oldest proclaimed wildlife reserve in all of Africa. The park is home to the “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo. You also have the chance to see giraffe, zebra, black and white rhino, and much more! After time to rest, embark on an afternoon boat ride on Lake Jozini. During the cruise, you are likely to spot hippo, Nile crocodile, elephant, and a variety of bird life.
Meals: breakfast,lunch, dinner
DAY 10: MKUZE–MHLAMBANYATSI, ESWATINI
Today, drive to eSwatini, formally known as the Kingdom of Eswatini, the smallest landlocked country in the Southern hemisphere. Stop at a local Swaziland market to view cultural arts and crafts. Continue through the last traditional kingdom of the proud and welcoming Swazi people. Tonight, stay in the beautiful countryside where you will enjoy dinner offering a menu of fresh cultural and international dishes.
Meals: breakfast, dinner
DAY 11: ESWATINI–GREATER KRUGER NATIONAL PARK AREA
Depart eSwatini, visiting a unique glass factory where skilled glass blowers use recycled glass to create stemware, animal figures, and more. Then, head north for the Greater Kruger area visiting a traditional Swazi village en-route. Wander through the village with its many huts, each allocated for special social functions. Interact with the villagers as they go about their daily activities, experience folk songs and dance performances – maybe even join in the festivities. Continue towards Kruger National Park where South African hospitality reigns with leisure time at the lodge. Gaze from your balcony at the wildlife-rich gardens, relax at one of the pools or day spa, and select from delightful dining choices. As part of Globus family of brands Lighthouse Project, your visit contributes to Wildlife Conservation Network’s Lion Recovery Fund, aimed at recovering the lion population in Africa after more than half have been lost over the past 25 years. This is one example of our commitment to supporting the people and places we share with you.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 12: GREATER KRUGER AREA
Rise early for coffee and tea before your early morning game drive with an experienced guide. If the timing is right, you might spot some of the big cats after a night of hunting. Spend time at leisure in the middle of the day watching wildlife from your balcony or on a guided nature or birding walk. Perhaps book a spa treatment or simply relax at the pool. Watch for kudu, impala, giraffe, cheetah, spotted hyena, the elusive wild dog, and more on your afternoon game drive. Return to your lodge for dinner.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
DAY 13: GREATER KRUGER AREA–VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE

Today, leave South Africa and fly north to Zimbabwe where you will be met by a Cosmos representative. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy some leisure time.

Please note: the Tour Director does not accompany guests on extensions. Guided service is as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary.

Meals: breakfast
DAY 14: VICTORIA FALLS
Today, visit mighty Victoria Falls for an awe-inspiring experience. Enjoy a guided walk, learn the history of the falls, and hear fascinating facts about the local flora and fauna. Afterwards, enjoy a bit of free time. This evening, a cruise on the Zambezi River is a terrific opportunity to photograph wildlife and a spectacular African sunset!
Meals: breakfast
DAY 15: VICTORIA FALLS
Enjoy a full day at leisure or launch into adventure aboard an optional helicopter flightseeing tour for a bird’s-eye view above the magnificent falls. If you prefer your feet on terra firma, join an optional day trip to Botswana’s Chobe National Park.
Meals: breakfast
DAY 16: VICTORIA FALLS–JOHANNESBURG
Your tour ends with a flight to Johannesburg. Schedule departing flights after 7:30 pm.
Meals: breakfast

YOUR TOUR INCLUDES:

• All internal flights
• Guided city sightseeing of Cape Town
• Admission to Table Mountain aerial cable car, Cape Point Nature Reserve, Cape of Good Hope Lighthouse funicular, and Stony Point Nature Reserve’s penguins
• Guided gin tasting
• Scenic drive along the famed Garden Route
• Guided hike in Tsitsikamma National Park
• Game drives by land and water in Mkuze Game Reserve
• Admission to Swaziland Arts Center and Glass-blowing Factory
• Swazi village visit with lunch and cultural entertainment
• Morning and afternoon game drives in the Greater Kruger National Park area
• Guided sightseeing of Victoria Falls
• Sunset safari cruise on the Zambezi River

Big experiences come in small packages, so each Cosmos Africa safari tour is limited to a maximum of just 24 guests per departure.

Your South Africa: From the Cape to Kruger with Victoria Falls Escorted Tour from (AUD)

from: $8,687*

pp twin share

*Prices are based on twin share, per person unless stated otherwise and subject to availability. Advertised Tour Price is based on 16 July 2027  departure.

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