Your Itinerary
Welcome to Johannesburg and the start of your South Africa adventure.
After collecting your luggage, make your way to your hotel.
The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Special Information
The standard check in is 2pm. Should you be arriving earlier in the day, the hotel can hold your luggage until your room is ready.
Airport transfers are not included. However, the hotel is just a short walk from the airport terminal buildings, adjacent to the departure level of the airport via a sky bridge. Simply make your way to the departures floor and from there follow the signs to the City Lodge Hotel.
Day 2 - Johannesburg [Car] Kruger National Park
After breakfast you will meet your local guide at reception at 8am. Travel by comfortable vehicle to the Kruger National Park where adventure awaits. Along the way your informative guide will entertain you with fascinating information about South Africa. In the afternoon you will reach your accommodation. Your safari camp provides permanent en-suite safari tents which are tastefully decorated and provide comfort with an authentic bush ambience. The camp also features an outdoor pool plus a restaurant and bar overlooking a waterhole.
The remainder of the day is free to relax and settle into your safari camp before enjoying an included dinner.
Special Information
Your travel time today will be approximately 5 hours.
Day 3 - Kruger National Park
After an early breakfast, prepare for a full day of safari adventure in an open game drive vehicle at Kruger National Park. As South Africa's most renowned national park and the largest wildlife sanctuary, Kruger offers an unparalleled experience. Its remarkable biodiversity is unique on a global scale. The park is home to 147 mammal species, including the "Big Five" (leopard, lion, rhino, elephant, buffalo), as well as around 507 bird species, 114 reptile species, 49 species of fish, and 34 amphibian species.
Inspiring Highlights
Full Day Kruger National Park Safari
Special Information
Start Time: 6am (Breakfast is available from 5:30am)End Time: 4pm
Your safari will stop at a tourist rest point where lunch can be purchased locally (not included).
During your time in Kruger you will be looked after by the safari camp staff.
Day 4 - Kruger National Park
Today you have a day at leisure to relax and enjoy your lodge or you can pre-book another full day game drive in an open vehicle in the Kruger National Park.
Day 5 - Kruger National Park [Plane] Cape Town
After a final breakfast in the wild beauty of the Kruger Region, you will transfer to the Kruger Airport. From here, you'll fly to the vibrant city of Cape Town, where stunning landscapes and rich culture await. Upon arrival, you will be met by a local representative who will transfer you to your hotel.
The rest of the day is at your leisure.
Special Information
Your included flight allows one checked bag up to 20kg (44lbs), and one 8kg (17 lbs) carry-on. Your flight will be unescorted.
Your internal flight for this day is arranged by our local partner. Specific flight details will be provided in your welcome letter upon arrival and cannot be provided in advance. Please note that these group flights cannot be upgraded, amended, or checked in online. Your group will be required to check in together.
Flight time will be approximately 3 hours
After breakfast you will meet your local guide and take a city tour through Cape Town to see the highlights of this vibrant city with the majestic Table Mountain at its back. You will drive past the stadium, see the colourful houses at the Bo-Kaap and drive past the Castle of Good Hope before you go for a stroll in Company's Garden.
Inspiring Highlights
Colourful Houses of Bo-Kaap
Castle of Good Hope
Company's Garden
Enjoy a full day at leisure to relax, shop or continue exploring this dynamic city on your own.
Alternatively, you may wish to join an optional full day tour of the beautiful winelands region.
Today you have time at leisure to discover Cape Town or you book our excursion to the Peninsula.
Day 9 - Cape Town [Plane] Victoria Falls
You’ll have an early transfer for your flight to Victoria Falls, the legendary home of one of the world’s greatest natural wonders.Upon arrival, your local guide will meet you and escort you to your hotel.The rest of the day is at your leisure to relax or explore. From the Zimbabwean side, you'll enjoy some of the most spectacular views of the falls, where the mighty Zambezi River plunges into the gorge below in a breathtaking display of mist and thunder.Special InformationOn your departure from Cape Town you will say goodbye to your tour guide, and your group will be met by a local guide in Victoria Falls, who will meet and greet you, and transfer you to your hotel.Due to the early departure you will have a breakfast box provided.Your included flight allows one checked bag up to 20kg (44lbs), and one 8kg (17 lbs) carry-on. Your flight will be unescorted, however your tour guide will assist you on either end to ensure that your journey is trouble free.Your internal flight for this day is arranged by our local partner. Specific flight details will be provided by your Tour Leader upon arrival and cannot be provided in advance. Please note that these group flights cannot be upgraded, amended, or checked in online. Your group will be required to check in together. Note that your flight may involve a change of aircraft in Johannesburg.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before you join a guided tour of Victoria Falls from the Zimbabwe side.
No surprise why Victoria Falls is one of the seven Natural Wonders of the World. You'll understand it instantly as we tour the Zimbabwean side, for there are numerous spectacular vantage points along the width of the falls, and the sight of this astounding gift of nature, simply takes your breath away. Walk through the permanent, beautifully misty rainforest which flanks the falls, stopping to marvel at the principal sites as it cascades to the depths below the Main Falls, Horseshoe Falls, Rainbow Falls, the Boiling Pot, Cataract Island and Livingstone Island. We'll stand and watch, feel and listen to the spray and thunderous noise, as millions of litres of water tumble over the Falls into a series of narrow gorges below. The seventh Natural Wonder of the World puts on the most dramatic show for you, and you'll be privileged to have watched it.
This afternoon is at leisure. Alternatively you may wish to join an optional sunset river cruise.
Inspiring Highlights
Discovery the majesty of Victoria Falls
Enjoy a full day at leisure to relax by the hotel pool, shop at the local markets or explore the quaint local township.
Alternatively, you may wish to join an optional full day tour to Chobe National Park in Botswana.
Day 12 - Victoria Falls [Plane] Johannesburg
Today, you will be transferred to Victoria Falls Airport for your included flight to Johannesburg.
On arrival, please make your own way to your hotel, located adjacent to the airport.
The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Special Information
Your internal flight for this day is arranged by our local partner. Specific flight details will be provided by your Tour Leader upon arrival and cannot be provided in advance. Please note that these group flights cannot be upgraded, amended, or checked in online. Your group will be required to check in together.
Flight time will be approximately 2 hours
Depending on your flight details you have some time at leisure before it is time to head to the airport for your flight back home.
Thank you for travelling with Inspiring Vacations. We hope you had a memorable experience.
Special Information
Check out: Check-out time is generally between 10am-12pm. You are welcome to leave your luggage at the hotel reception and spend your final moments of free time exploring the area or alternatively please speak with hotel staff if you would like to extend your check-out time.
Airport transfers are not included but the hotel is located adjacent to the airport.
