Compare Cape Town to Victoria Falls Adventure by G Adventures vs Explore Cape Town and Botswana by Lion World Travel

Day 1 Cape Town

Arrive at any time.

Get the most out of your time in Cape Town by pre-booking the South African Wine Tour and Tasting extra. If you do, we recommend booking accommodation for an extra night pre-tour as this activity has an early start time. Please note, due to the timings of this activity, there is a possibility you may miss the welcome meeting on day 1 of your tour - in this case, your CEO will leave you a message detailing what time and where you should meet the next morning.

If you book any optional activities on day 1 please contact your sales agent to see if booking a pre-night is necessary to participate in the activity.

Day 2 Cape Town/Lambert's Bay

Head up the Cape's west coast, stopping at the G Adventures supported !Khwa ttu San Culture and Education Centre. Arrive in Lambert's Bay and enjoy an included wine tasting. Then, opt to visit Bird Island, or stroll through this charming town.

Travelling from Cape Town, continue north towards Namaqualand, keeping an eye out for fields of Namaqualand daisies (in season August and September). Head towards the coast again and on to Lambert’s Bay, a picturesque town on the west coast of South Africa. Enjoy an included wine tasting. Learn how to analyze your palates, listen to your taste buds, and how to pair your food with the best wine raised in the foothills of the Cederburg Mountains.

Day 3 Lambert's Bay/Orange River

Continue north and cross into Namibia. Settle in by the banks of the Orange River with time to swim or just relax.

Travelling north, enjoy a full day's travel through this dry and remote part of South Africa. In the mid-afternoon, cross into Namibia and a more arid region and stop at scenic Orange River for the evening. After getting settled, enjoy the late afternoon by the river bank.

Day 4 Orange River/Fish River Canyon/Keetmanshoop

Spend the morning relaxing on the banks of the Orange River, then continue on to Fish River Canyon. Visit this breathtaking canyon, then travel north, enjoying dramatic Namibian landscapes as you head up towards Keetmanshoop. In the afternoon visit the geological formation: Giant's Playground.

Day 5 Keetmanshoop/Namib Desert

Start early with a visit to the Quiver Tree Forest, then travel north, enjoying dramatic Namibian landscapes as you head up towards Sesriem.

Arrive in the area in the late afternoon, where the towering red sand dunes of Sossusvlei form the gateway into the Namib Desert.

Day 6 Namib Desert

Visit Sossusvlei Dunes and Sesriem Canyon, and climb the towering Dune 45. Opt to visit Deadvlei.

Enjoy a visit to Sossusvlei, a clay pan enclosed by the world’s largest sand dunes, up to 300m (984 ft) high. Here, use some free time to enjoy the sand dunes on your own. Visit the Sesriem Canyon, a small canyon typical of the area.

Day 7 Namib Desert/Swakopmund

Enjoy the views of the Namib desert before arriving in the historical town of Swakopmund.

Get a real feel for the Namib Desert as we spend hours crossing this empty region. En route to the Namibian coast, take a coffee break in Solitaire, a mystical village consisting of a filling station, general dealer/coffee shop, and small mechanical workshop. Before arriving to Swakopmund, drive through Walvis Bay, the only town on the Namibian coastline that boasts a deep-sea harbor. Spend two nights in the area exploring this historical town or trying some of the numerous activities available, such as sandboarding or a skydiving. Swakopmund has bizarre lunar landscapes, unforgettable sunsets, and prehistoric Welwitchia plants.

Day 8 Swakopmund

Spend a day exploring all the area has to offer. Optional activities include sandboarding, skydiving, and a scenic flight.

You can pre-book your sky dive on the checkout page, or through your Global Connection Officer or travel agent.

Day 9 Swakopmund/Etosha National Park

Enter Etosha National Park and enjoy an afternoon wildlife safari drive in our touring vehicle. Opt to explore more on an open safari vehicle drive.

Begin moving east into the interior of Namibia. On this route, pass through a lunar landscape and see the imposing Spitzkoppe, also known as the “Matterhorn” of Namibia, in the distance. Visit Etosha National Park on a wildlife safari drive in our touring vehicle. Keep an eye out for lions, giraffes, elephants, rhinos, and antelopes. After sunset, some animals may head to the watering holes near the campground. Opt to head out for more wildlife safari drives in an open safari vehicle to make the most of your time here.

Day 10 Etosha National Park

Enjoy another wildlife safari drive in our touring vehicle and keep your eyes peeled for the vast array of incredible animals.

Day 11 Etosha National Park/Windhoek

Arrive in Windhoek and visit the G Adventures supported Penduka Village Restaurant & Shop for an included lunch, then spend the rest of the afternoon exploring the German-influenced capital city.

Leave Etosha National Park and head south through the Namibian countryside to Windhoek.

Day 12 Windhoek/Ghanzi

Get ready to check another country off your list as the group crosses the border from Namibia into Botswana. Travel east into the heart of the Kalahari to Ghanzi. Catch a glimpse of how the Indigenous San Bushmen adapted to this difficult landscape on a San bushman walk.

Continue through the eastern part of Namibia and cross into Botswana before travelling into the heart of the Kalahari. Arrive in the late afternoon and camp in the Ghanzi area.

Day 13 Ghanzi to Maun

Prepare for a 1-night/2-day journey into the Okavango Delta.

Travel along the northern portions of the Kalahari Desert throughout the day – this is a severely arid and barren landscape, though very beautiful. After arrival in Maun, the biggest town in the Okavango Delta area, pick up any supplies needed and prepare for the journey into the Okavango Delta. In the evening, watch a traditional dance group performance on the poolside terrace.

Day 14 Okavango Delta

Enjoy wildlife walks, birding and traditional mokoro excursions in the Okavango Delta. Learn the ways of the bush from the local 'polers'.

The excursion begins with a drive in customized safari vehicles for about 1-2 hrs to the "dock" to board a mokoro (canoe) that takes us deep into the delta. After a 1-2 hrs in the mokoro, arrive to the camp.

Day 15 Okavango Delta/Nata

Travel to Nata. Opt for a sunset wildlife safari drive or bush walk in the area. Watch elephants drink from the camp's watering hole at night.

Enjoy the sunrise in the delta before travelling back to Maun by mokoro. Stop in Maun, pick up your luggage, have lunch, and continue to Nata.

Day 16 Nata/Kasane

Travel to Kasane. Opt to embark on a sunset boat cruise on the Chobe River.

Travel to Kasane outside the gates of Chobe National Park, home to the largest elephant population in Southern Africa. Opt to pre-book a Chobe River Sunset Cruise on the checkout page, or through your Global Connection Officer or travel agent.

Day 17 Kasane/Victoria Falls

Opt for an early morning safari drive in Chobe National Park, before crossing into Zimbabwe. Enjoy lunch at the G Adventures–supported Lusumpuko Women's Club. Take advantage of free time and choose to visit Victoria Falls, or try a helicopter flight over them.

Cross the border to enter into Zimbabwe and continue on to Victoria Falls, arriving in the early afternoon. This is a great base to see natural wonders and take part in some adventure activities. Opt to get up close (and wet from the spray) while visiting the immense Victoria Falls, raft the whitewater of the mighty Zambezi, or, for the more adventurous, bungee jump with Victoria Falls in view.

Your accommodation is in Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe) and NOT Livingstone (Zambia). Please make sure you have the necessary visa.

Day 18 Victoria Falls

Depart at any time.

We highly recommend booking post-accommodation to fully experience everything Victoria Falls and the Zambezi area has to offer.

Day 1: Arrive Cape Town

Accommodation: Mount Nelson Hotel - Superior Room

On arrival in Cape Town you will be met by a Lion World Travel representative and transferred to your hotel.

Set in the vibrant heart of Cape Town at the foot of Table Mountain, the luxurious 5-star Mount Nelson Hotel offers easy access to all that's happening in this dynamic city.  A short stroll away are the vibrant areas of Kloof and Long Streets, renowned for their bustling markets, restaurants and bars. Also close by is the Museum Mile, a pedestrian avenue home to South Africa’s best museums, art galleries and monuments. The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront is just 15 minutes away by car. It can be reached via a complimentary shuttle service, available at scheduled times from the hotel reception.

Superior and Deluxe rooms offer views of the extensive and beautiful hotel gardens or Table Mountain. Each room has a mini-lounge area and elegant marble bathroom, luxury toiletries, plus all the amenities you would expect of a 5-star hotel. The hotel features a number of outstanding restaurants and bars as well as a luxurious spa.

Day 2: Cape Town

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Mount Nelson Hotel - Superior Room

Today is at leisure to explore your surroundings at your own pace. Our African Specialists will be pleased to assist in pre-planning and arranging sightseeing tours to suit your interests.

Perhaps take the cable car to the top of Table Mountain for panoramic views of the city, take the ferry to Robben Island for a moving experience to see where Nelson Mandela spent many years imprisoned, or stroll through stunning Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. The Cape Peninsula tour is a favorite option for enjoying Cape Town’s breathtaking scenery and watching the adorable penguins at Boulders Beach.

Day 3: Cape Town

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Mount Nelson Hotel - Superior Room

Today is again at leisure to experience Cape Town’s scenery, culture and food.

We suggest a day tour to the magnificent Winelands. The Cape Winelands region with its classic Cape-Dutch homesteads, scenic mountainous vistas, picturesque towns and fine restaurants is the Cape’s Culinary Capital. You will enjoy the area’s historical charm, culture, architectural heritage and of course visits to wine cellars to taste South Africa’s world class wines. Apart from the fine wine estates visitors may discover a variety of local cheeses, olives and olive oil.

Day 4: Cape Town

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Mount Nelson Hotel - Superior Room

Your final day in Cape Town!  Time to do some last minute shopping or enjoy another sightseeing tour - time spent in Cape Town will not be forgotten.

Day 5: Cape Town/Johannesburg/Maun

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Belmond Savute Elephant Lodge - Standard Room

Today you will be transferred from your hotel to Cape Town Airport for your flight to Johannesburg. On arrival at Johannesburg Airport you will connect to your scheduled flight to Maun where a representative of Belmond Safaris will assist you to your light aircraft to the Savute airstrip. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your camp, where you will spend two nights on a fully inclusive basis with daily game activities.

Savute Elephant Lodge is located within Botswana's Chobe National Park on the Savute Channel.  The Savute Channel is flowing freely again after nearly 30 years of lying dormant, one of Northern Botswana’s greatest mysteries.

Belmond Savute Elephant Lodge hosts a cluster of twelve tented residences raised on wooden platforms. Each has an outdoor lounge and is shaded by a traditional thatch roof. The large, private decks are furnished with easy chairs and a hammock. These are ideal for viewing wildlife, or for enjoying a private dinner in complete privacy.

Luxurious room interiors include a four-poster bed complete with mosquito netting, lavishly appointed bathroom and dressing room, a fully-stocked minibar and discreet air conditioning.

After settling in and enjoying the camp, you will venture out this afternoon on your first game drive.  Anticipate untamed beauty of sand, savannah and awesome wildlife.

Day 6: Savute Elephant Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Belmond Savute Elephant Lodge - Standard Room

Early morning game drives take you out into a wild landscape. Expect to see a huge range of creatures, from big cats to rhino, antelope, and buffalo.

Equally atmospheric and exciting are evening drives. Animals and birds emerge from their siesta, and suddenly the bush is alive with sights and sounds.

In addition to game viewing you can discover an exceptional collection of Bushmen paintings, thought to be more than 1,500 years old, in the wide open landscape. After viewing the paintings, continue to the spectacular baobab grove, a cathedral-like cluster of 13 giant trees.  Standing among the towering columns at sunset is sure to be one of many inspiring highlights of your trip.

In the evening the clear African skies provide amazing stargazing.   The open, unpolluted skies of Botswana are the perfect place to experience the vast dome of the African night sky.  Learn how Bushmen used the stars to locate the true south. Use powerful telescopes to witness constellations that you may never have seen before, including the Southern Cross.

Day 7: Savute Elephant Lodge/Khwai River Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Belmond Khwai River Lodge - Standard Room

After a morning game activity, fly by light charter to the Moremi Game Reserve and Khwai River lodge.

Moremi Reserve is situated at the heart of the Okavango Delta and was the first wildlife area to be protected by the local tribal people.  Extending north and east to join Chobe National Park, it is a wildlife haven that allows free movement of animals according to seasonal migration.

Belmond Khwai River Lodge is home to 12 luxury tents seated on raised wooden platforms with a traditional African thatch roof. Private decks with easy chairs and hammocks provide panoramic views.  Large, comfortable rooms feature a netted four-poster bed, elegant bathroom, stocked mini bar and discreet air conditioning.

Facilities include an Al fresco dining area with views of the reserve, gym and spa facilities, swimming pool, laundry service and Internet access.

You will arrive in time for an afternoon at leisure before heading out on your evening game drive. Here at Khwai, exclusive night time safaris provide a rare opportunity to witness the nocturnal life of the African bush.  Night vision goggles allow you to capture the action like never before. With a 455ft viewing range and numerous state-of-the-art features, you can truly admire the mysterious night-time domain.

Day 8: Khwai River Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Belmond Khwai River Lodge - Standard Room

Experience another day spending time spotting the famed Big Five in the forested Moremi Wildlife Reserve. Elephant and buffalo are found year-round in large numbers, and you're likely to see a lot of other wildlife throughout the Okavango Delta. Lion and leopard have thriving populations as well.

In addition to exciting game drives, you may participate in a walking safari to totally immerse yourself in nature. Set out from camp early in the morning, and as you become attuned to your surroundings you will pick up the sounds and smells of animals nearby.

You may also enjoy a visit to a local San Bushmen Community.  Khwai River Lodge enjoys a unique location close to a San Bushmen’s village and fortunate visitors may be invited into a private home to experience aspects of their unique way of life. 

Day 9: Moremi/Maun/Johannesburg

Meals: Breakfast

Make the most of your last morning as you take in all the sights and sounds on your final game activity of this trip.

You will then transfer to the airstrip for your light charter flight to Maun and connection to Johannesburg.