Splendors of South Africa & Victoria Falls
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.
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 Private Game Reserve near 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!
12 Day Small Group Tour from Cape Town to Johannesburg
Your Itinerary
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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.
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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 neighbourhood, 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!
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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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.
Excursion to Cape Peninsula
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch
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Free to Wander
Full day at leisure for your own discoveries in this beautiful city.
Meals Included Breakfast
Optional Excursions at an additional cost
Cape Winelands Sample wine and explore the picturesque valleys and vineyards in the beautiful Cape Winelands outside of Cape Town.
Hermanus Whale Watching Journey to Hermanus, one of the world’s whale-watching meccas, and embark on a custom-built catamaran to seek out the rare southern right whale.
Cape Town Helicopter Soar high above Cape Town to experience great views of the Atlantic Coast, Table Mountain, and Robben Island.
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Operation Safari
Fly to Hoedspruit and continue to the Makalali Private Game Reserve, a wildlife-rich haven ideal for spotting Africa’s famed “Big Five”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo—on guided game drives. Sip sundowner drinks as the sky blazes with colour before returning to your lodge for a delicious dinner.
Meals Included Breakfast & Dinner
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Makalali Magic
Rise early for coffee and tea 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 breakfast mid-morning, followed by time to relax at your lodge. Afternoon game drive with sundowner drinks.
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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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 in the Greater Makalali Nature Reserve. After Sundowners, enjoy dinner prepared by a skilled chef featuring African cuisine representing cooking styles left behind by centuries of exploration on this great continent.
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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A Jaunt to Joburg
Savor one last game drive at dawn, as the wilderness stirs to life in the soft morning light. Your ranger leads you across open plains and through acacia-dotted bushveld, offering a final opportunity to spot iconic wildlife and soak in the magic of the reserve before you say farewell. Return to the lodge for breakfast before transferring to the airstrip for your flight from Hoedspruit to Johannesburg. Arriving in the city by afternoon, enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure.
Meals Included Breakfast
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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.
Meals Included Breakfast
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Sacred Spaces & Sea Views
Travel by ferry to Miyajima Island. Visit Itsukushima Shrine and take a cable-car ride to the top of Mount Misen for panoramic views of the Seto Island Sea, and on a clear day, Hiroshima city. Participate in a Japanese cooking class for lunch. Return to Hiroshima for some time on your own. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner to celebrate your discovery of Japan.
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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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.
Meals Included Breakfast & Dinner
Optional Excursions at an additional cost
Helicopter Flight Over Victoria Falls Take to the sky for great views of Victoria Falls.
Zimbabwe Village Visit Visit a rural village for fascinating interactions with the local people and gain insight into their life and culture.
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Safe travels until we meet again!
Fly to Johannesburg. Schedule departing flights after 7:30 pm.
Meals Included Breakfast
Table Mountain, Cape Town
What Your Journey Looks Like
Cape Town's Iconic Sights Explore the city's historic heart on a guided tour, stroll through the Grand Parade and enjoy a Globus Local Favorite experience in the colourful Bo-Kaap neighbourhood, including a traditional lunch
Table Mountain & Cape Point Take the Fast Track route up Table Mountain for spectacular city views, then journey to Cape Point Nature Reserve and ride the funicular to the old lighthouse
Boulders Beach Penguins Get up close to the endangered African penguins at Boulders Beach, one of the Cape Peninsula's most memorable wildlife encounters
Johannesburg & Soweto Discover Johannesburg's history with a Local Guide, walk through Soweto, visit Mandela House and explore the thought-provoking Constitution Hill Museum
Victoria Falls & the Zambezi Cruise along the Zambezi with drinks and canapés before taking a guided walk to experience the sheer power and beauty of Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls
Tour Inclusions
Guided Sightseeing with an experienced Tour Director and local experts
Included Meals 11 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 5 dinners
Accommodation 11 nights in Hand selected hotels and safari lodge
All internal flight
Small Group Size 24 Max
6 game drives in a Private Game Reserve with nightly Sundowners
4-wheel-drive safari vehicle, limited to just 9 guests and equipped with an open roof for unfettered game viewing
Evening cruise with drinks and canapés on the Zambezi
Book by 30 October and save $500 per couple off on 2027 Small Group Discovery tours
From $12,664 per person twin share, save $250 per person
*From price is based on departure dates 12 Apr, 23 May, 06, 14, & 20 Jun, 04, 12, 18, & 26 Jul, and 01, 09, 15, & 23 Aug 2027. The price listed does not include airfare. Contact your Travel Expert to receive an air quote. Offer applies to new bookings only and is not transferable.
Terms & Conditions *Offer valid on new 2026 & 2027 Small Group Discovery tours booked and deposited by 30 October 2026. Choose one offer: Save $250 per person OR receive $500 air credit per person - offer must be selected and applied at the time of booking and cannot be claimed retrospectively. To secure the land offer, a non-refundable, non-transferable deposit of $500 per person/per tour is required at the time of booking. To secure the air offer, a non-refundable, non-transferable deposit of $500 per person/per tour is required at the time of booking, along with full flight payment, unless otherwise stated. Air credit applies only to flights booked through Globus airdesk. Air tickets are non-refundable once ticketed, unless otherwise stated. In the event your tour is withdrawn, flights booked in accordance with this promotion may also be subject to cancellation - fees apply. Flight booking amendments may incur additional charges; any changes will be confirmed at the time of the amendment. Airline schedule changes are subject to change without notice and Globus is not liable for any additional costs incurred due to airline changes. Offers not combinable with any other offer except Second Tour discount (multiple tours must be booked at the same time for travel within the same calendar year) and/or Welcome Back Credit. Offer not applicable to group bookings. Offers applicable to singles - single supplement applies. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Offers may be withdrawn or amended at any time without notice. Additional restrictions may apply.
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