Cape Town to Vic Falls

22 Days | Embark on a wild South African adventure in search of elephants and antelope

4.9 out of 5 based on 109 reviews submitted.
Overland
Wildlife
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Get set for an adventure packed with roaming wildlife, remote desert landscapes, semi-nomadic tribal communities and natural wonders – this is South Africa! From Cape Town, this 22-day overland adventure takes you on a ride through Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe. See a burnt orange sunset over Fish River Canyon, take a river cruise through Chobe National Park and canoe down the Okavango Delta. Embark on a game drive in Etosha National Park, look out for the Big Five and the endangered black rhino and feel the raw power of Victoria Falls on a journey filled with the very best of southern Africa.

Trip overview

Map of Cape Town To Vic Falls including Botswana, Namibia, South Africa and Zimbabwe
Start
Cape Town, South Africa
Finish
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Theme
Overland, Wildlife
Destinations
Botswana, South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe
Physical rating
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Style
Basix
Ages
Min 15
Group size
Min 1 - Max 22
Trip code
UXOF
This trip generates 18 kg of CO2-e per person per day.
We offset these emissions on your behalf. But we know that is not enough, so we also have a carbon reduction target.

Why you'll love this trip
  • Enjoy a full-day game drive in Etosha National Park – home to a wide range of Southern Africa's wildlife, including the endangered black rhino.
  • Glide through the lily-pad-clad waterways of the Okavango Delta on a mokoro (a small dugout canoe) and escape civilisation with an overnight stay at your island camp surrounded by hippos.
  • Listen to the songs and stories of Namibia’s San people, the oldest inhabitants of Southern Africa, and gain an insight into their traditional customs and beliefs.
  • Take an optional cruise down the Chobe River for the opportunity to get up close (but not too personal!) to hippos, crocodiles and the Chobe icon – the magnificent African elephant.
  • Be mesmerised by the staggering force and beauty of Victoria Falls, and experience first-hand why it’s renowned as the ‘smoke that thunders’ – a natural wonder that must be seen to be believed.
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust. Donations help employ a team of Community Guardians who collaborate with locals to find sustainable solutions to human-wildlife conflict and conservation in Southern Africa.

Is this trip right for you?
  • This is an overland trip. That means you’ll be travelling with a group in a purpose-built vehicle, visiting remote communities, setting up your own tent, occasionally roughing it in the bush with no facilities, and getting the best possible views of Africa’s iconic wildlife. The drive days can be long, but it’s as much about the journey as the destination, and half the fun is the camaraderie. For more info on this style of travel, see our Africa Overland page: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/au/africa/overland
  • There will be many early starts either to make use of the better safari time or to beat the morning traffic on long travel days.
  • Camping out in the amazing Okavango wilderness means digging a bush toilet and going without a shower. It's all part of the delta experience.

Itinerary

This itinerary is valid for departures from 01 January 2025 to 31 December 2025.

View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2024 - 31 December 2024

Map of Cape Town To Vic Falls including Botswana, Namibia, South Africa and Zimbabwe

Inclusions

Meals

19 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 16 dinners

Transport

Overland vehicle, Open safari vehicle, Mokoro

Accommodation

Camping (with facilities) (15 nights), Camping (with basic facilities) (1 night), Camping (without facilities) (1 night), Cabin (3 nights), Hotel (1 night)

Activities
  • Fish River Canyon - Canyon entrance
  • Sossusvlei - 4x4 Tour
  • Sesriem - Sand dunes visit
  • Cape Cross Nature Reserve - Cape Cross seal colony
  • Etosha National Park - Overland Vehicle Game Drive
  • Grootfontein - San Bushman cultural experience
  • Okavango Delta - Mokoro safari
  • Okavango Delta - Boat Safari
  • Okavango Delta - Nature Walk
  • Okavango Delta – Mokoro Safari
  • Okavango Delta - Nature walk
  • Chobe National Park - Dawn 4WD Safari
Add on activities
  • Cape Town - Table Mountain Hike - ZAR1600
  • Cape Town - Table Mountain Aerial Cable - ZAR380
  • Cape Town - Robben Island tour - ZAR550
  • Cape Town - Best of the Cape Combo Tour - Full Day - ZAR2000
  • Cape Town - Cape Peninsula and SUP Tour - Full Day - ZAR2100
  • Cape Town - Robben Island Ferry & Table Mountain Tour - Full Day - ZAR1800
  • Cape Town - Winelands Tour - Full Day - ZAR1800
  • Cape Town - Winelands Tour - Half Day - ZAR1350
  • Cape Town - Cape Peninsula & Table Mountain Tour - Full Day - ZAR2000
  • Cape Town - Cape Malay Cooking Tour - Half Day - ZAR1200
  • Cape Town - Township Experience - Half Day - ZAR965
  • Cape Town - City and Waterfront Tour - Half Day - ZAR1100
  • Cape Town - Cape Peninsula & Kirstenbosch Tour - Full Day - ZAR2000
  • Cape Town - District Six & Bo-Kapp Cultural Tour - Half Day - ZAR965
  • Klawer - Winery visit & tasting - ZAR140
  • Orange River - Canoe trip - NAD550
  • Swakopmund - Swakopmund Museum - USD2
  • Swakopmund - Sea kayaking - USD85
  • Swakopmund - Seal and dolphin cruise - USD60
  • Swakopmund - Horse riding - USD65
  • Swakopmund – Living Desert Tour - USD60
  • Swakopmund – Township Tour - USD45
  • Spitzkoppe - San People rock painting guided walk - ZAR50
  • Etosha National Park - Evening Game Drive - ZAR750
  • Bagani - Sunset Cruise - USD25
  • Chobe National Park - Boat Cruise - BWP270
  • Chobe National Park - 4WD Safari - BWP580
  • Victoria Falls - Victoria Falls entrance - USD50
  • Victoria Falls - Canoe trail (full day) - USD185
  • Victoria Falls - Flying fox - USD50
  • Victoria Falls - Gorge swing - USD103
  • Victoria Falls - Helicopter Flight of the Angels (12 mins - Excludes US$25 fuel surcharge and NP fees) - USD150
  • Victoria Falls - Helicopter Flight (25 mins - Excludes US$30 fuel surcharge and NP fees) - USD284
  • Victoria Falls - Rafting & river boarding (half day) - USD218
  • Victoria Falls - Sunset cruise on the Zambezi river - USD50
  • Victoria Falls - Village & township tour - USD61

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Important notes

1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 7 and Day 9 (Chalet) and Day 17 (Camping) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
2. This trip starts with a welcome meeting at 6pm on Day 1 in Cape Town. This trip ends on Day 22 and you are free to leave at any time.

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Reviews

4.9 out of 5 based on 109 reviews submitted.
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Moana · Traveled August 2024
This trip was a trip of a lifetime! Although mostly in Namibia, The natural beauty of Sossusvlei, Spitkoppe, Okavango Delta and Etosha were beyond! In terms of advice - Patience is key :) Started off FREEZING (Don't underestimate!), long HOT dusty days in the bus particularly if your on the sun side (Bring a battery operated fan - lifesaver!), The tents are awesome, thick canvas ones you can stand in. Bring gloves for the metal clips! Its not a fast paced trip in terms of activities - Bring a book, music, games. The food was really good (I'm a vegetarian), but leave your good coffee expectations at home! Our amazing chef Ken catered for those with meal specifics. We had a full bus with various ages and our whole group were absolutely amazing!! Book a few days extra in Cape Town. Also, don't over stress about the storage capacity for packing, there is a fair amount of room. We didn't need USD until Botswana & Zim, heaps of safe ATMS to use, so all good. I would consider looking at other accommodation options whilst in Swakopmund if you want a little treat for the 3 days. Highlights included: Sleeping on the rock at Spitkoppe, Helicopter ride in Okavango, Quad biking in Swakopmund, All the herds in Etosha and hippos at Chobe. I could write a novel about our adventures, but just book the trip and see for yourself!! Shout out to our amazing crew Zack, Ben & Ken - Absolute legends!
Review submitted 20 Sep 2024

Charanjit · Traveled August 2024
This is a great trip mainly in Namibia with short amounts of time in South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe. So many highlights - wine tasting, sand dunes, kayaking with seals and whales, sleeping under the stars, canoeing in the Okavango and the animals in Chobe and Etosha. The food is excellent and the tents are spacious with comfy mattresses. Camping means you are outside all the time which is fantastic. The campsites are good with nice facilities and pools. The bush camp is great fun. First half of the trip is intense but then it slows down a bit with plenty of pool and bar time. Long travel days and the truck can get very hot. We left in August and nights can be cold so take a good sleeping bag.
Review submitted 20 Sep 2024

Arianna · Traveled August 2024
I recently completed the Cape Town to Victoria Falls trip with Intrepid, and it was an unforgettable experience. Be prepared – this journey is not for those looking for a relaxing vacation, but for true adventurers seeking to immerse themselves in rural Africa. The trip is physically demanding, especially given the rugged terrain, long drives, and camping in remote areas. But the rewards are immense. From breathtaking safaris in Botswana and Namibia to the awe-inspiring beauty of Victoria Falls, every moment felt like an authentic exploration of Africa's natural wonders. The environmental conditions can be tough at times, but the satisfaction of conquering those challenges makes it all the more worthwhile. If you're after adventure, connection with nature, and an off-the-beaten-path experience, this trip is for you. Highly recommended for those with a sense of adventure!
Review submitted 06 Sep 2024

Caroline · Traveled August 2024
This tour exceeded my expectations: the itinerary was well thought through; the camping was less arduous than I had imagined; the food amazing; my fellow travellers were all lovely, interesting people of all ages and coming from many different countries; the tour was good value for money and the staff were professional, kind, talented and just great people to spend time with.
Review submitted 08 Sep 2024

Emily · Traveled August 2024
This trip was beyond expectations and I’m grateful I did it. The scenery and places we visited seemed other-worldly. The crew Steve (leader), Simon (chef) and Dan (driver) were the most fun, professional and enjoyable crew to share these experiences with.
Review submitted 07 Sep 2024
Cape Town to Vic Falls
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EUR €2,237