12 Day Cape Town, Sabi Sands & Victoria Falls Classic Safari

Explore the magic of Southern Africa with this classic yet amazing 12 day safari experience. The tour includes Cape Town with its charming beauty, from the bustling Victoria & Alfred Waterfront to the European slice of Africa - Cape Winelands.

After Cape Town you fly directly to one of the most prestigious game reserves (if not the best game reserve in Africa) to see Africa's Big Five up-close in the company of experienced safari guide where you spend 4 days / 3 nights in a luxury lodge including all meals and two safari activities per/day.  Depending on flights, you might spend one night in Johannesburg or Pretoria and then the tour ends after a 4 days visit to the enchanting Victoria Falls with all its adventurous activities including a guided visit to the Falls.

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Sabi Sands Lodges Reviews

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August 19, 2026 Cardiff, UK Website
The best safari oasis  

We’ve have just come back from a 3 night stay at earth lodge. One word incredible. We got to see

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The best safari oasis  
Mandy H    August 19, 2026   Cardiff, UK    Website   
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We’ve have just come back from a 3 night stay at earth lodge. One word incredible. We got to see the big 5 and a lot more animals. The game drives were amazing. The Knowledge of the tracker (Donald) and our guide (Helen) was exceptional and they ensured we were able to see everything. We seen leopards, cheetahs and lions. You stop for a morning coffee out in the bush and sundowners in the evening, this was also excellently organised. The rooms are absolutely stunning with the biggest mini bar I’ve ever seen. The drink options are fantastic. Super comfortable rooms and luxurious. Food was superb. Each evening there was a different location for dinner excellently curated by the team at the hotel, with food prepared to a very high standard. We also used the gym facilities which were great. The service and operational standards at this hotel are exceptional. I would 100% stay at this lodge again it was such an incredible experience

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September 23, 2026 ZA Website
Thank you Max for your recommendation and great service.  

Our experience with Max from Sabi Sands Lodges was brilliant. His recommendation and attention to details were excellent. We highly

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Thank you Max for your recommendation and great service.  
Andrew W.    September 23, 2026   ZA    Website   
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Our experience with Max from Sabi Sands Lodges was brilliant. His recommendation and attention to details were excellent. We highly recommend booking with Sabi Sands Lodges as it saved us time & effort. Experience counts and Max's knowledge was invaluable.

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July 26, 2026 CL Website
100% Recommended  

Recommendations were great and all the arrangements worked smoothly. Andy was always reachable and receptive to requests and modification. 100%

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Sven Gysling    July 26, 2026   CL    Website   
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Recommendations were great and all the arrangements worked smoothly. Andy was always reachable and receptive to requests and modification. 100% recommended.

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September 23, 2026 GB Website
Sabisandlodges has been amazing in…  

Sabisandlodges has been amazing in creating a dream holiday!!! They were attentive, quick to respond and arranged everything for us


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Annelize Taylor    September 23, 2026   GB    Website   
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Sabisandlodges has been amazing in creating a dream holiday!!! They were attentive, quick to respond and arranged everything for us in great detail!!

Thank you so much for arranging all our travel - Ulusaba, amazing. The pick ups were great - through vumba tours!!
The La Rochelle tours were fantastic too. Drivers were helpful, friendly and professional.

Really enjoyed our experiences and everyone involved made it even better!!!!

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May 6, 2026 ZA Website
Best in the bushes  

What a memorable stay.
Our experience was perfect from start to finish. Booking the experience through Andy set the tone

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Candice Tehini    May 6, 2026   ZA    Website   
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What a memorable stay.
Our experience was perfect from start to finish. Booking the experience through Andy set the tone for the stress-free bush experience.

From the vanilla scented towels, to the delicious food, exciting game drives and phenomenal staff, our stay at Shiduli was magical from the second we arrived and lives in our hearts long after we left.

Your helpful staff greeted us as we arrived and and were with us every step of the way... literally. We were escorted to our private villa by Gary, who my children absolutely adored. Richard, in the bar was on form and Gogo Dorris had faith that we would see lions... which we did.

Thandy and Karen were friendly, professional and made us feel like old friends. We will definitely be back and will bring our friends and family so they can share in this beautiful gem.


Price Includes

* Luxury accommodation * All airport transfers * Meal plan as per itinerary * Sightseeing & tour as per itinerary * All entrance fees & conservation fees * English speaking driver/guide

ITINERARY - 13 Day South African Deluxe Safari

This Tour Is Good For

 

 NATURE      WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY 

Cape Town

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Set at the confluence of the Indian and Atlantic oceans and backed by the iconic Table Mountain, the bustling city of Cape Town presents an alluring combination of drawcards. Incredible powdery white beaches, highly acclaimed wine routes, and astonishingly beautiful mountain trails surround a cosmopolitan hub. This diverse metropolis is filled with superb shops and restaurants, extraordinary heritage monuments, a multitude of entertainment venues, and a spectacular, chic waterfront harbour. Highlights include the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary African Art; Table Mountain's jaw-dropping views; Boulders Beach, where penguins might swim right up to you in the warm Indian ocean waters; the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, where you can walk along a treetop canopy among incredible native flora or watch an open-air concert at the base of the mountain; Robben Island, where visitors can see the cell where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 years; and many more.

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Sabi Sands - Kruger National Park

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Adjacent to the Kruger National Park, the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve is a private premier viewing destination. It was the first-ever private nature reserve established in South Africa. The landscape features 65 000 hectares of savannah-covered land interspersed with watering holes, dry river beds, Lowveld woodlands, and the perennial Sabi and Sand rivers.

This spectacular reserve offers exceptional game viewing opportunities with frequent sightings of the renowned Big Five as well as cheetah, zebra, giraffe, and a variety of antelope. Visitors can enjoy excellent wildlife viewing, dining under the stars, guided bush walks and enjoying a stay in some of South Africa’s most luxurious safari lodges.

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Victoria Falls

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Victoria Falls is one of the world’s most impressive waterfalls. It is set on the magnificent Zambezi River which creates the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe. These spectacular falls can be easily visited and viewed from the Zimbabwean side. Considered to be the world’s widest waterfalls, Victoria Falls measures an impressive 1708 metres in width.

The small town of Victoria Falls, which lies adjacent to the waterfalls, serves as a great base from which to explore the many attractions this area of Zimbabwe has to offer. The surrounding area provides a wide range of adrenalin-filled activities for adventure lovers. Visitors can look forward to an array of wonderful activities including: scenic flights, micro lighting, white water rafting, bungee jumping, kayaking, and once-in-a-lifetime expeditions into the incredible Chobe National Park.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 - 5: Waterfront - Cape Town

Upon arrival at at Cape Town International Airport you will be met by your driver and you will be transferred to your hotel at the V & A waterfront in the heart of Cape Town .

Cape Town is considered to be one of the most beautiful and scenic cities in world. Explore Cape of the good hope nature reserve, ascend the Table Mountain or visit Cape winelands. You can also visit the whale watching city of Hermanus (in season only). Cape Town offers various dining and shopping spots. There is no dull moment in Cape Town.

2 Full day tours included: Full day Cape Point & Peninsula & Full Day Winelands

Luxury Room - Bed & Breakfast

Day 5 - 8: Sabi Sands, Kruger National Park

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Cape Town Airport for your flight to the Kruger National Park where you will be transferred to Mala Mala game reserve.

The lodge offers a big five safari within a large private & exclusive section of the Kruger National Park. The Sabi Sands Game Reserve is known for amazing leopard and big cats sightings. Your ranger will do what it takes to show you why Sabi Sands is known for one of the best wildlife experiences on the planet.

Luxury Room - All meals & 2 game drives per/day

** Depending on flights and your preference, you might spend one night in Johannesburg after your Sabi Sands Safari.

Day 8/9 - 12: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Transfer from Sabi Sands and depending on flight schedules spend 1 night in Johannesburg to fly to Livingstone, Zambia where you will be transferred to the Zimbabwean side of the falls on the following day.

You will arrive at your lodge / hotel to check in and relax before your sundowner cruise on the Zambezi River for a magical sunset with drinks.

On day 10, you will visit the falls on a guided tour and your afternoon will be free

Enjoy dinner at the Boma restaurant with an unforgettable African-themed dinner & drum show!

On day 11, you have the opportunity to embark on a full day safari to Botswana’s Chobe National Park (one hour drive from Victoria Falls).

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Day 12: After breakfast, you will be transferred to Victoria Falls or Livingstone airport for your flight to Johannesburg.

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** This tour could be an 11 day tour without the one night in Johannesburg after the Kruger Park safari, depending on flight schedules to Livingstone or Victoria Falls.

** Speak to our safari experts and we can arrange the same tour with less expensive accommodation for you to save!

What to pack:

- Comfortable light clothing for summer months, including a swimming costume.

- A very warm jacket for game drives during winter – conditions can be chilly!

- Walking shoes and socks.

- Sunhat, sunglasses and sunscreen (the African sun is harsh for the unprotected body).

- Camera and plenty of film/ memory space.

WHY BOOK WITH SABI SANDS LODGES RESERVATIONS?

Variety of Accommodation

Enjoy luxurious accommodation with lodges that cater for all tastes and budgets. Speak to our travel experts and we can arrange your full itinerary, we specialize in tailor-made safari experiences throughout Africa.

Safari Drives & Bush Walks

Experience the close up wildlife encounters you always imagined with experienced guides. We only recommend lodges which will exceed your experience. Speak to one of our travel experts and let's design your entire itinerary.

Tailor-made Experience

Get a free consultation and speak with our expert consultants who will assist you with planning your entire itinerary within the African continent. We can book your flights, airport transfes, activities sightseeing including travel insurance.

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