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Splendors of South Africa & Victoria Falls 2026
12 Day Tour from Cape Town to Johannesburg
Tour Description:
Small groups lead to big experiences on this Small Group Discovery tour of Africa with a lion’s share of captivating cities, private game reserves, natural wonders, and wondrous wildlife? Point your compass south for the diverse and enchanting sights of South Africa and Zimbabwe. The glorious panoramas from Cape Town’s Table Mountain and the candy-hued streets of the Bo-Kaap neighborhood set the stage for the sweet sights to come. Six open-air private game reserve drives near Kruger National Park offer a fascinating glimpse of up to 42 mammal species and 350 bird species. Keep your eyes peeled for the “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo—before branching out in Johannesburg. Here, you’ll explore Soweto, the city’s largest township, including the former home of Nelson Mandela and the significant sites of the anti-apartheid movement. Your South Africa vacation crescendos at Victoria Falls, called Mosi-oa-Tunya (the smoke that thunders) on the Zambezi River. Twice the height of Niagara Falls, this breathtaking waterfall spanning the border of Zimbabwe and Zambia offers twice the photo ops. A Small Group Discovery tour for the wild mannered!
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Dates & Pricing
Start Dates Listed Below are US departure dates, please verify specific dates with your Pavlus Travel Planner
| Saturday 03 Jan 26 — Thursday 15 Jan 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $6,875 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 18 Jan 26 — Friday 30 Jan 26
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| Saturday 24 Jan 26 — Thursday 05 Feb 26
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| Sunday 15 Feb 26 — Friday 27 Feb 26
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| Saturday 28 Feb 26 — Thursday 12 Mar 26
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| Sunday 15 Mar 26 — Friday 27 Mar 26
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| Saturday 28 Mar 26 — Thursday 09 Apr 26
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| Sunday 12 Apr 26 — Friday 24 Apr 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $6,795 | Get a Quote | |
| Saturday 25 Apr 26 — Thursday 07 May 26
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| Saturday 09 May 26 — Thursday 21 May 26
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| Sunday 17 May 26 — Friday 29 May 26
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| Saturday 23 May 26 — Thursday 04 Jun 26
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| Sunday 31 May 26 — Friday 12 Jun 26
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| Saturday 06 Jun 26 — Thursday 18 Jun 26
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| Sunday 14 Jun 26 — Friday 26 Jun 26
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| Saturday 20 Jun 26 — Thursday 02 Jul 26
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| Sunday 28 Jun 26 — Friday 10 Jul 26
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| Saturday 04 Jul 26 — Thursday 16 Jul 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $6,775 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 12 Jul 26 — Friday 24 Jul 26
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| Saturday 18 Jul 26 — Thursday 30 Jul 26
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| Sunday 26 Jul 26 — Friday 07 Aug 26
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| Saturday 01 Aug 26 — Thursday 13 Aug 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $6,795 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 09 Aug 26 — Friday 21 Aug 26
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| Saturday 15 Aug 26 — Thursday 27 Aug 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $6,795 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 23 Aug 26 — Friday 04 Sep 26
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| Saturday 29 Aug 26 — Thursday 10 Sep 26
Small Group Discovery | Starting at $7,005 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 06 Sep 26 — Friday 18 Sep 26
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| Saturday 12 Sep 26 — Thursday 24 Sep 26
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| Sunday 20 Sep 26 — Friday 02 Oct 26
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| Saturday 26 Sep 26 — Thursday 08 Oct 26
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| Sunday 04 Oct 26 — Friday 16 Oct 26
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| Saturday 10 Oct 26 — Thursday 22 Oct 26
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| Sunday 18 Oct 26 — Friday 30 Oct 26
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| Saturday 24 Oct 26 — Thursday 05 Nov 26
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| Sunday 01 Nov 26 — Friday 13 Nov 26
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| Saturday 07 Nov 26 — Thursday 19 Nov 26
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| Saturday 21 Nov 26 — Thursday 03 Dec 26
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| Saturday 28 Nov 26 — Thursday 10 Dec 26
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Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingDesigned from the ground up for a maximum of 24 guests in Africa, this Small Group Discovery tour has everything you need to explore with up-close-and-exclusive experiences that go beyond traditional tours.
We’ve packed everything you need for an amazing adventure—from hand-selected safari lodges and tented camps to friendly Globus Tour Directors and expert Driver/Guides, and seamless transportation between destinations including intra-vacation flights. 4-wheel-drive safari vehicles are equipped with a pop-up roof for unfettered game viewing and photography. Plus, each safari vehicle is limited to just nine guests, so you’ll always have a window seat on safari! Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your GlobusGO mobile app!
We’ve packed everything you need for an amazing adventure—from hand-selected safari lodges and tented camps to friendly Globus Tour Directors and expert Driver/Guides, and seamless transportation between destinations including intra-vacation flights. 4-wheel-drive safari vehicles are equipped with a pop-up roof for unfettered game viewing and photography. Plus, each safari vehicle is limited to just nine guests, so you’ll always have a window seat on safari! Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your GlobusGO mobile app!
Notes:
For approximately one month each year (typically late July to mid-September), Table Mountain Aerial Cableway is closed for annual maintenance. In these instances, a private tour of Kirstenbosch National Garden will be included in its place. During the dry season (September-December) and particularly dry years, water flow to Victoria Falls may be low. All game viewing is done at your own risk and requires a signed liability waiver prior to travel. Due to rough driving on/off road and in/between game parks, this vacation is not recommended for guests with serious back problems or mobility issues.
For approximately one month each year (typically late July to mid-September), Table Mountain Aerial Cableway is closed for annual maintenance. In these instances, a private tour of Kirstenbosch National Garden will be included in its place. During the dry season (September-December) and particularly dry years, water flow to Victoria Falls may be low. All game viewing is done at your own risk and requires a signed liability waiver prior to travel. Due to rough driving on/off road and in/between game parks, this vacation is not recommended for guests with serious back problems or mobility issues.
ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1
Welcome to Cape Town, commonly referred to as the “Mother City” by locals, as it was home to the first European settlement in South Africa. Hotel check-in is available mid-afternoon
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Day 8
Enjoy a final game drive this morning before boarding your flight from Hoedspruit to Johannesburg. Free time late afternoon and evening
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Day 12
Fly to Johannesburg. Schedule departing flights after 7:30 pm.
Accommodations
Accommodations| Cape Town | Kruger National Park Area | Johannesburg | Victoria Falls |
Southern Sun The Cullinan
Superior First-Class
1 Cullinan Street Cape Town South Africa
Southern Sun The Cullinan offers travelers easy access to all that Cape Town has to offer including the popular Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Complementing the rich, cultural heritage of Cape Town through timeless architecture, the opulent décor creates a mood that is a world away from home, while service and attention to detail ensure your every need is taken care of.
Superior First-Class
1 Cullinan Street Cape Town South Africa
Southern Sun The Cullinan offers travelers easy access to all that Cape Town has to offer including the popular Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Complementing the rich, cultural heritage of Cape Town through timeless architecture, the opulent décor creates a mood that is a world away from home, while service and attention to detail ensure your every need is taken care of.
