Kruger to Vic Falls

8 Days | Spend an evening with the Black Mambas and spot iconic Africa animals in South Africa, Botswana and Zimbabwe

4.7 out of 5 based on 52 reviews submitted.
Overland
Wildlife
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Encounter wildlife and salt pans on this eight-day overland adventure that visits two of Southern Africa’s most famous sites – Kruger National Park and Victoria Falls. Spot lions, leopards, zebras and giraffes on safari through landscapes blessed with breathtaking natural beauty, then fall asleep to the sounds of the African night in your comfortable camp. Keep your eyes peeled for the Big Five in South Africa’s Kruger National Park, enjoy a bushwalk accompanied by members of the world's first all-female anti-poaching unit, The Black Mambas, and end an epic journey with Zimbabwe’s mighty Victoria Falls.

Trip overview

Map of Kruger To Vic Falls including Botswana, South Africa and Zimbabwe
Start
Johannesburg, South Africa
Finish
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Theme
Overland, Wildlife
Destinations
Botswana, South Africa, Zimbabwe
Physical rating
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Style
Original
Ages
Min 15
Group size
Min 1 - Max 16
Trip code
UBSA
This trip generates 70 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
  • Head out on a very special bush walk with members of the world's first all-female anti-poaching unit – the Black Mambas. During this exclusive experience, learn how they're deterring poachers and patrolling 20,000 hectares of nature reserve, then spend the evening listening to their stories by the campfire.
  • Go in search of Africa’s stunning wildlife on a full-day 4WD game drive in Kruger National Park, looking out for lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards and rhinos.
  • Experience the rumble and roar of Victoria Falls from the Zimbabwe side, which gives you the broadest view of its phenomenal torrent.
  • Fall asleep to the sounds of the African wilderness in comfort as camping beds, sleeping bags, blankets and pillows are provided for those nights under the stars.
  • Kick back with a beer and say cheers to your adventure with an included brewery tour in Victoria Falls on the last full day of your trip.

Is this trip right for you?
  • This is an overland trip so you’ll be travelling with a group in a purpose-built vehicle. While the trucks don’t have air conditioning, they do have sliding windows which let in the breeze and make it even easier to take spectacular snaps of the local 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: 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.
  • This trip can be partnered with other adventures into a ‘combo’, which means that some of your fellow travellers may carry on to further destinations at the end of this tour. If you’d like to spend more time in Africa, have a look at the combo itinerary: Experience Southern Africa (UBSCC)

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 Kruger To Vic Falls including Botswana, South Africa and Zimbabwe

Inclusions

Meals

7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 5 dinners

Transport

Overland vehicle

Accommodation

Hotel (1 night), Lodge (1 night), Meru Tent (1 night), Permanent Tented Overland Camp (1 night), Camping with facilities (3 nights).

Activities
  • Kruger National Park - Full Day 4x4 Game Drive
  • Black Mambas HQ - Dinner by Lantern Light
  • Black Mambas HQ - Campfire Story Time
  • Black Mambas HQ - Snare Walk
  • Nata - 4x4 Pan Excursion
  • Victoria Falls - Brewery Tour
Add on activities
  • Kruger National Park - Night 4x4 Game Drive - ZAR440
  • Goo Moremi Gorge - Waterfall Three Hike - AUD1
  • Victoria Falls - Entrance & Visit - USD50
  • 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 - River Song Sunset Cruise (excludes USD10 NP Fee) - USD75
  • Victoria Falls - Jet Boat (Seasonal - excludes USD10 NP Fee) - USD110
  • Victoria Falls - Whitewater rafting (Seasonal - excludes USD10 NP Fee) - USD126
  • Victoria Falls - Standard Sunset Cruise (excludes USD10 NP Fee) - USD45
  • Victoria Falls - Bridge Swing - USD168
  • Victoria Falls - Traditional Village Tour - USD55
  • Victoria Falls - Bridge Tour - USD68

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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 applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

2. This trip includes a mixture camping and other accommodation. While camping, tents, sleeping mats and sleeping bags will be provided and set up for you by our crew.

3. On occasion, especially during the peak months of May to September and December we are not able to secure campsites within the Kruger National Park. In this instance we will camp at a backpackers outside the park.

4. Border crossing delays in the region have been sporadic and difficult to predict. What takes an hour one day may take four hours the next. This may affect the order of activities in the itinerary. We understand this uncertainty can be frustrating, and we strongly recommend packing a bit of patience and flexibility.

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Reviews

4.7 out of 5 based on 52 reviews submitted.
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Traci · Traveled August 2024
We did the Kruger to Vic Falls trip and it was absolutely amazing. Nathi, our tour guide, was so friendly, knowledgeable, and always willing to help those in our group with anything they needed. Our cook, Blessings was very amenable and flexible, considering many of our group members wanted to eat at different times. She took care to ensure that everyone got enough to eat and that everything was always set up well. Chedrick (I may have misspelled this) was so pleasant. He was always in a great mood, was so kind helping everyone break down their tents and pack their luggage into the truck, and his driving was superb on the bumpy roads. This was my first tour with Intrepid and the Intrepid staff made it so easy and so stress-free. I cannot say enough wonderful things about our crew.
Review submitted 05 Sep 2024

Ana · Traveled August 2024
I loved this trip! Got the chance to visit 3 different countries, learn about them, see many animals in the wild, and see different landscapes. Our guide Nathi was super fun, knowledgeable and always there to assist in whatever was needed. The only downside was lots of driving - which is needed in order to cover such distances. My recommendation is take a book (if you can read on the bus) or download a couple of audiobooks for the road.
Review submitted 23 Aug 2024

Karina · Traveled July 2024
This was a fantastic tour. We got to experience some of the key highlights of Southern Africa alongside a lovely group of people. Great mix of accommodation types (tents, glamping, cabin, hotel), and tasty food throughout courtesy of our chef. Highly recommended tour and a great way to see the different countries.
Review submitted 01 Aug 2024

Geoffrey · Traveled July 2024
Excellent trip with great variety of activities and accommodation. Njabulo was a very good leader, food was excellent and the animals outstanding
Review submitted 16 Jul 2024

Pete · Traveled July 2024
If you want to experience Africa, the animals and people this is the trip for you. Intrepid find a wonderful balance between adventure and tourist. I loved my time going from johannesburg and Victoria falls
Review submitted 15 Jul 2024
Kruger to Vic Falls
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USD $2,138