Journeys: Explore Southern Africa

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Bucket List Experience

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Valid for select departures 1 November - 10 December 2025

What's included

12-day G Adventures National Geographic Journeys: Explore Southern Africa On this extraordinary adventure through southern Africa, journey from glittering Cape Town to the vast wilderness of Kruger National Park - home of the legendary "big five".
Experience the National Geographic Journeys Greater exploration, insider access, and the freedom to roam - all without sacrificing comfort.
Guided Cape Town Orientation Tour and Excursion to Cape Point Enjoy a guided orientation tour of vibrant Cape Town, Continue to Cape Point to enjoy a stunning vista and visit the penguins at Boulders Beach.
Kirstenbosch Guided Walk Visit Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden, led by an expert who will talk about the history of the gardens, its exhibits and a behind the scenes look at the mother bed.
Panorama Route Scenic Drive Enjoy a scenic drive along the famed Panorama Route where you'll see magnificent mountains, panoramic passes, valleys, and waterfalls; including stops at Blyde River Canyon, Bourke's Luck Potholes, and God's Window.
Kruger National Park Open Vehicle Wildlife Safari Drive Hop in a 4x4 safari vehicle ready to spot elephants, giraffes, hippos, lions, zebras, and many other species in this impressive South African national park.
Carnivore Conservation Experience Meet with a researcher from the Endangered Wildlife Trust's Cheetah Range Expansion Project, a project managed by National Geographic Explorer, Kulani Nyakane, who is also a Field Officer for the Endangered Wildlife Trust working with threatened carnivores in the Greater Kruger National Park in South Africa.
Zimbabwean Family Dinner This experience offers great insight into typical African life, and ultimately reinforce how we all really want and need the same things in life: a stable home full of love, a good education, and plenty of opportunity for our children.
5 nights in a hotel, 4 nights in a lodge, 2 nights in comfortable tent or chalet.
11 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 7 dinners.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 Cape Town. Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.
  • Day 2 Cape Town. Begin the day with an exploration of vibrant Cape Town, wandering through the multicultural Bo-Kaap neighborhood. Then enjoy an exclusive guided tour of Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, named by National Geographic Travel as one of the world's 10 most magnificent gardens. Later, stop by Boulders Beach to see the resident population of African penguins, and continue to the Cape Point lighthouse and the Cape of Good Hope, the southwesternmost point in Africa. Exclusive Inclusions: Your Journeys Highlight Moment Kirstenbosch Guided Walk. Meals included: Breakfast.
  • Day 3 Cape Town. Enjoy a day of leisure in Cape Town, choosing from a variety of optional activities. Hop on a cable car to the summit, taking in extraordinary views of the city and the Atlantic seaboard. Or explore the Cape Winelands, visiting the historical city of Stellenbosch, touring wine estates with expert guides, and indulging in a variety of tastings and pairings. Meals included: Breakfast.
  • Day 4 Cape Town to Johannesburg. Fly to Johannesburg, then take a guided tour of Soweto township. Soweto was an important center of South Africa's anti-apartheid movement and home to its leader, Nelson Mandela. Visit the Mandela House Museum and learn about this painful chapter in the country's history. Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner.
  • Day 5 Johannesburg to Greater Kruger Area. Set out towards Kruger National Park via the magnificent Panorama Route, one of the world's most picturesque drives. Make stops at the dramatic Blyde River Canyon and Bourke's Luck Potholes, and take in panoramic views of the forest-covered valley from the God's Window viewpoint. Continue to our lodge near Kruger National park, savour a delicious South African Dinner in this picturesque location. Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner.
  • Day 6 Kruger National Park. Rise early and climb aboard an open jeep for a full-day safari in Kruger National Park-home to an extraordinary array of large mammals. Spot elephants, lions, giraffes, and perhaps elusive leopards as we explore this breathtaking wilderness of savanna and scrubland. Return to our lodge in the evening, where you can take some time to relax and enjoy the nocturnal sounds of the bush. Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner.
  • Day 7 Greater Kruger Area to Karongwe Private Game Reserve. Travel to the Karongwe Private Game Reserve, a pristine wildlife sanctuary located in the Greater Kruger area. Meet with a researcher from the Endangered Wildlife Trust's Cheetah Range Expansion Project-a program funded in part by National Geographic's Big Cats Initiative and managed by National Geographic Explorer, Kulani Nyakane. Sit back for a lecture and learn about efforts to protect the region's cheetahs and other carnivores. After, the researcher then joins us for a wildlife-viewing excursion through the reserve. Exclusive Inclusions: Your Journeys Highlight Moment Carnivore Conservation Experience. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
  • Day 8 Karongwe Private Game Reserve. Spend the day exploring Karongwe on morning and afternoon safaris with our local guides. Search for Africa's famed "big five" as we drive through the shrublands of the bushveld. Back at camp, relax on deck or take a walk around the grounds before enjoying a traditional South African dinner with your fellow travellers. Exclusive Inclusions: Your Foodie Moment Boma Braai. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
  • Day 9 Karongwe Private Game Reserve to Johannesburg. Embark on one last safari this morning, keeping a lookout for Karongwe's iconic inhabitants. Then head back to the city, where you'll enjoy dinner in our lodge. Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner.
  • Day 10 Johannesburg to Victoria Falls. Catch a flight to the town of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, named after one of the most powerful waterfalls on Earth. Visit a nearby village and go grocery shopping in the bustling market. Then sit down with a local family for dinner, helping your hosts prepare a traditional Zimbabwean meal using the ingredients you picked out, and hear stories about local life and culture. Exclusive Inclusions: Your Journeys Highlight Moment Zimbabwean Family Dinner. Meals included: Breakfast & Dinner.
  • Day 11 Victoria Falls. Set out for a tour of magnificent Victoria Falls. Scottish explorer David Livingstone named them after Britain's Queen Victoria, while their older, indigenous name is Mosi-oa-Tunya-"the smoke that thunders." Opt to spend the day on an adventure through Chobe National Park. Meals included: Breakfast.
  • Day 12 Victoria Falls. Depart at any time. Meals included: Breakfast.
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