From Kruger: Victoria Falls & Chobe National Park 5-Day Trip

Mpumalanga, Johannesburg



Discover Victoria Falls and Chobe National Park on a 5-day trip from Kruger Mpumalanga. Enjoy a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River, a guided tour of Victoria Falls, and a full-day safari in Chobe.

Highlights

  • Experience the beauty of Victoria Falls on a guided visit to the Zimbabwean side
  • Enjoy a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River and spot hippos and crocodiles
  • Embark on a full-day safari in Chobe National Park and see elephants and lions
  • Relax with a free day to explore Victoria Falls or join optional activities
  • Benefit from included flights from Kruger Mpumalanga and to Johannesburg

Description

Begin your adventure with a flight from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Victoria Falls International Airport. Upon arrival, meet your local representative and transfer to your accommodation. Settle in before enjoying a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. Look for hippos, crocodiles, birds, and other wildlife while watching the afternoon light change over the river.

Experience Victoria Falls on a guided visit to the Zimbabwean side. Follow rainforest paths to viewpoints overlooking the waterfall and gorge while your guide explains the area’s history, geology, and natural environment. The appearance of the Falls changes with seasonal water levels, spray, and visibility.

Travel into Botswana for a full-day Chobe safari. Enjoy a morning boat safari along the Chobe River, where elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and birds are frequently seen. Stop for lunch at a riverside venue before an afternoon open 4x4 game drive in Chobe National Park. Search for elephants, buffalo, giraffes, antelope, lions, and other wildlife before returning to Victoria Falls.

A dedicated free day gives you time to relax or personalize your holiday. Optional activities may include a helicopter flight over Victoria Falls, white-water rafting, seasonal Devil’s Pool excursions, a rhino walking safari in Zambia, the Victoria Falls Bridge bungee jump, or a historic steam train dinner.

After four nights in Victoria Falls, transfer to the airport for your flight to O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, where your tour ends.

Includes

  • Economy flight Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport - Victoria Falls
  • Economy flight Victoria Falls - Johannesburg (O.R. Tambo)
  • 4 nights' accommodation in Victoria Falls with daily breakfast
  • Private room for solo travelers at no extra charge (no single supplement)
  • Airport transfers in Victoria Falls
  • Zambezi River sunset cruise
  • Guided tour of Victoria Falls (Zimbabwean side)
  • Full-day Chobe National Park excursion with return transfers
  • Chobe River morning boat safari
  • Afternoon open 4x4 game drive in Chobe
  • Riverside lunch on the Chobe excursion
  • Chobe National Park entrance fees
  • Professional local guides
  • Coordinated Botswana border crossing
  • Local support throughout the trip

Excludes

  • Visas and border fees (Zimbabwe KAZA/univisa, Botswana where applicable)
  • Travel insurance
  • Lunches (except Chobe) and dinners
  • Drinks not stated as included
  • Optional activities (helicopter flight, rafting, Devil's Pool, bungee, etc.)
  • Zambia excursions and related documents
  • Onward travel from Johannesburg after the tour
  • Excess baggage and airline extras
  • Personal expenses and gratuities

Important Information

  • Flights are arranged according to availability, schedule, and fare
  • Optional activities cost extra and depend on availability, season, weather, water levels, and operating conditions
  • Zambia excursions require appropriate travel documents and additional time for border crossings

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The trip includes flights from Kruger Mpumalanga to Victoria Falls and back to Johannesburg, a guided visit to Victoria Falls, a Zambezi River sunset cruise, a full-day safari in Chobe National Park, and a free day for optional activities.
Flights depart from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Victoria Falls International Airport and return from Victoria Falls to Johannesburg.
Yes, the trip features a full-day safari in Chobe National Park where you can see elephants, lions, and other wildlife, as well as hippos and crocodiles during the Zambezi River sunset cruise.
The visit to Victoria Falls on the Zimbabwean side is guided, offering detailed information about the falls and surrounding area.
The trip operates year-round, but the best time to see active wildlife in Chobe and impressive water flow at Victoria Falls varies seasonally; check the website for current recommendations.
Visa requirements depend on your nationality; many visitors can obtain a visa on arrival or beforehand, so check Zimbabwe and Botswana visa policies before traveling.
You will have one free day in Victoria Falls to explore independently or join optional activities.
Yes, the sunset cruise on the Zambezi River to spot hippos and crocodiles is included.
The full-day safari takes place in Chobe National Park, located in northern Botswana near Victoria Falls.
Yes, optional activities such as helicopter flights, bungee jumping, or additional game drives are available during your free day, but they are not included in the base package.

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