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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Welcome to Africa

Welcome to Africa

Today you will arrive at Johannesburg's OR Tambo International Airport where you will catch a scheduled flight to Victoria Falls Airport in Zimbabwe. A road transfer will take you to Victoria Falls Hotel where you will spend the next two nights. The hotel is situated close enough to the Falls to simply walk there, where you will discover why it was named a Natural World Wonder.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
The Victoria Falls Hotel
  • Luxury hotel located Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Experience the Victoria Falls

Experience the Victoria Falls

Besides 'the Smoke that Thunders' (its traditional name), there are many exciting activities in the area to choose from: you could take a microlight flight over the falls, bungee jump from Victoria Falls Bridge or go white-water rafting on the Zambezi River. Other favourites include canoe safaris, elephant-back excursions, and game drives and guided walks in nearby national parks.

Finish the day with a tranquil boat cruise down the hippo-filled Zambezi River - the perfect opportunity to toast the African sunset with a cool drink in hand.

Main Destination:
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Accommodation:
The Victoria Falls Hotel
  • Luxury hotel located Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Head back to Johannesburg

Head back to Johannesburg

Transfer back to Victoria Falls Airport today for your return flight to Johannesburg. After landing, make use of Johannesburg's most efficient means of transport - the high-speed train we call the Gautrain - to get to your accommodation in Melrose. You will be staying at the Peech Hotel for the night. This lovely boutique hotel offers excellent bistro-inspired cuisine, access to the nearby gym, a swimming pool and a library.

Main Destination:
Johannesburg (City, South Africa)
Accommodation:
The Peech Boutique Hotel
  • Luxury hotel located in Johannesburg (City, South Africa)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Introducing Sabi Sands

Introducing Sabi Sands

Head back to OR Tambo International Airport today for your air transfer to Skukuza Airport, where you will be collected for the drive to the Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve.

Your last three nights in Africa will be spent at Lion Sands River Lodge, a lavish safari camp set on the banks of Sabie River in prime game viewing territory.

Main Destination:
Sabi Sand Game Reserve (Greater Kruger, South Africa)
Best Time To Visit May to September (Dry season)
High Season October to March (It can get a bit busy)
Best Weather Apr-May and Sep-Oct (Mild and little rain)

Wildlife in Sabi Sands

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
LeopardCommon
CheetahCommon
ZebraCommon
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BuffaloCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
White RhinoOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Accommodation:
Lion Sands River Lodge
  • Luxury+ lodge located inside Lion Sands GR (Sabi Sands, South Africa)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 5

Excellent Game-Viewing in Sabi Sands

Excellent Game-Viewing in Sabi Sands

This Big 5 reserve is exclusive to guests of Lion Sands so you won't have crowds of other vehicles at sightings. Lion, elephant, rhino, leopard, buffalo and wild dog are all regularly seen on the expertly-led game drives, and your guide will even take the open-sided vehicle off road for close-up views and great photographic opportunities. The general game viewing is great and the bird watching is excellent.

In between game drives, enjoy indulgent treatments at the spa or delicious cocktails at the bar overlooking the river.

Main Destination:
Sabi Sand Game Reserve (Greater Kruger, South Africa)
Accommodation:
Lion Sands River Lodge
  • Luxury+ lodge located inside Lion Sands GR (Sabi Sands, South Africa)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 6

Lion Sands Safaris

Lion Sands Safaris

Lion Sands River Lodge is located in the renowned Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve. Sabi Sand borders the world-famous Kruger National Park; together, they form 2.7 million hectares of protected wilderness. Game roams freely between the reserves, creating one of Africa’s most bio-diverse wildlife populations.

Explore the area on morning and late afternoon game drives in the care of experienced rangers and trackers. Encounter the Big 5 as well as - if your luck is in - magnificent wild dog and cheetah. Leopards are the main attraction in the Sabi area, which boasts an unrivalled record for the regularity and quality of sightings.

Main Destination:
Sabi Sand Game Reserve (Greater Kruger, South Africa)
Accommodation:
Lion Sands River Lodge
  • Luxury+ lodge located inside Lion Sands GR (Sabi Sands, South Africa)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 7

Say Farewell

Say Farewell

Catch your air transfer back to OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg today and continue with your onward travel arrangements.

Main Destination:
Or Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg, South Africa)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.
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