Compare 10-day South Africa and Victoria Falls Eco-friendly journey by Jumbari Family Safaris

Day 1-4: Cape Town

Touch down in Cape Town at Cape Town International Airport, where a Jumbari Family Safaris representative will collect you and transfer you to your hotel.

Belmond Mount Nelson is situated about 40 minutes from the airport and is situated at the foot of Table Mountain and is regarded as one of Cape Town’s top five-star hotels.

We suggest a Fynbos Sunset Walk led by an expert guide, which leaves from the hotel, perfect for nature lovers and finishes off with canapes on the mountain. For dinner on one evening we also suggest booking a Chef’s Table at the hotel which uses local organic seasonal ingredients.

On day 2 you will have a morning half day private tour to the Winelands close to Franschhoek visiting 2 wine farms. One of the wine farms is Backsberg that is committed to environmental practices. Wine bottles in lightweight bottles, tree planting, environment management plan and one of only three carbon neutral winery’s in the world and the only one in South Africa. In Backsberg you can have wine tasting or walk around the gardens which have conservation for the endangered Fynbos.

Day 5-6: Victoria Falls

After breakfast, check out and your driver will collect you and transfer you to the Cape Town International Airport.

At the airport check in for your 2-hour 50-minute flight to Livingstone, Zambia.

From the airport in Livingstone, you will be collected and driven to your lodge close to Victoria Falls called Tongabez Lodge.

The lodge has cottages or private houses so suitable for all members of the family and all have fantastic views over the Zambezi River. There are also private concierges which ensures attentive service.

There is a flexible itinerary so you can do as many activities as you want and chose from early morning game drives, bush walks, sunrise or sunset cruise on the Zambezi River with snacks and beverages, guided tour of the natural Seven Wonders of the World Victoria Falls, visit to the local village so you can learn more about the Zambian culture, explore the local community markets and fishing.

Day 7-9: Safari

After your morning activity and breakfast, you will check out and then transfer to Livingstone Airport for your flight back to South Africa to start your safari.

Board a flight to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport near the town of Nelspruit, for your Greater Kruger Park safari.

Upon arrival, your driver will collect you and you drive about 2-and-a-half-hourse to Camp Jabulani which is situated in Kapama Private Game Reserve.

Camp Jabulani has luxurious suites with private plunge pools and the main area includes a cocktail bar, lounge, gymnasium and elegant dining room.

While at the lodge you will get to experience a behind the scenes exclusive visit to the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre (HESC) which is our wildlife charity so you can learn more about why we have partnered with this wildlife centre. The tour is a two-hour guided tour to see the various animals in their care and learn more about the 30-year existence of HESC.

Another highlight is that you can participate in the Elephant research and help collect data. You will join the ranger on a safari vehicle or on foot.

Daily activities include game drives in open safari vehicles inside Kapama, guided bush walks with experienced game rangers, sundowners and canapes overlooking the dam at the lodge.

You stay also includes contributes to various community projects and 8% towards the upkeep of the animals at HESC. You will also receive a personalized certificate to acknowledge your support of elephant conservation.

Day 10: Departure

After your morning game drive and breakfast, you will check out and be transferred about 45 minutes to the Hoedspruit Airport for your onward journey.