Premium
Wildlife
Premium Southern Africa
8 days • 4.7
4.5
Excellent
35 reviews
8 days
Start
Sandton, South Africa
Finish
Kasane, Botswana
Trip Code
UBPK
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 6 dinners
Transport
Open 4WD Safari Vehicle, Private vehicle, Plane, Riverboat
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night), Lodge (6 nights)
From £4,404(8 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Seek out the iconic wildlife of Africa – lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and rhino with two 4WD safaris in South Africa’s biggest reserve, Kruger National Park, with an expert local guide.
Visit the thundering Victoria Falls, one of the world's most spectacular natural wonders. Admire their power, then return to your comfortable lodge boasting magnificent views of uninterrupted wilderness.
Spot Chobe National Park's abundance of wildlife and the world’s highest concentration of elephants from multiple vantage points with an early morning 4x4 Game Drive, and an afternoon boat cruise along the picturesque Chobe River.
Spend two spectacular nights in touch with nature at your lodge Feature Stay within Kruger National Park. The Mdluli Safari Lodge is dedicated to sustainability and conservation, with their very own anti-poaching unit and partnership with the local Mdluli Community.
Enjoy a small and intimate sunset dinner cruise on the Zambezi River, a Premium Exclusive Experience. A private chef will prepare dinner as your boat navigates the islands above the thundering Victoria Falls.
Is this trip right for you?
As the early bird catches the worm, the early riser sights the animals. There will be many early starts either to make use of the better safari time or to beat the morning traffic on long travel days.
The Game Drive's in Chobe National Park and Kruger National Park are in an open 4WD vehicle, and it can be quite cold in morning and evening. It's important to bring some warm layers with you.
Southern Africa temperatures rise in the hot, dry period of September and October before the rains hit, and temperatures can get as high as 34 to 38°C (93 to 100°F). Not all accommodation will have air-conditioning. This is quite common across Africa, particularly in remote locations where lodges or camps operate on solar power or generators.
Southern Africa is a very seasonal destination. What you see and experience can differ quite dramatically depending on the time of year you visit. Please consider this before you choose your departure date. See the 'Climate and seasonal information' section of the Essential Trip Information for more details.
Itinerary
Embark on a wild adventure through southern Africa's finest scenery
Experience an abundance of wilderness, wildlife and waterfalls on an eight-day Premium adventure through South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana. Spend two unforgettable days in Kruger National Park, cruise down the Zambezi River at sunset, marvel at the showstopping Victoria Falls and search for a wealth of elephants in Chobe National Park. From exhilarating game drives to nights spent under the stars, the glorious south of Africa has so much to fall in love with.
Inclusions
Meals
7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 6 dinners
Transport
Open 4WD Safari Vehicle, Private vehicle, Plane, Riverboat
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night), Lodge (6 nights)
Included activities
Johannesburg - Welcome Dinner
Complimentary Arrival Transfer - OR Tambo International Airport to Johannesburg Hotel
Kruger National Park - Afternoon 4WD Safari
Kruger National Park - Full Day 4WD Safari
Kruger National Park - Sundowner Drinks
Victoria Falls - Zambezi River Dinner Cruise
Victoria Falls - Guided Tour
Chobe National Park - River cruise
Chobe National Park - Morning 4x4 Game Drive
Optional activities
Victoria Falls - Helicopter Flight (25 mins - Excludes US$30 fuel surcharge and NP fees) - USD284
Victoria Falls - Helicopter Flight of the Angels (12 mins - Excludes US$25 fuel surcharge and NP fees) - USD150
Victoria Falls - Traditional Village Tour - USD55
Victoria Falls - Jet Boat (Seasonal - excludes USD10 NP Fee) - USD110
Victoria Falls - Whitewater rafting (Seasonal - excludes USD10 NP Fee) - USD126
Victoria Falls - Bridge Swing - USD168
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Important notes
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information. 
3. This trip includes a flight. The luggage allowance is 23kg for check-in luggage and 8kg for carry-on.
4. Border crossing delays in the region have been sporadic and difficult to predict. What takes an hour one day may take four hours the next. This may affect the order of activities in the itinerary. We understand this uncertainty can be frustrating, and we strongly recommend packing a bit of patience and flexibility.
Reviews (34)
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Stephen
May 14, 2025
This was a trip of a lifetime, full on, but worth every second. In Johannesburg we also added tour of the city including Soweto and the apartheid museum - well worth it. The customer service and friendliness of the people was inspiring - we need this in the UK!
Anthony
May 11, 2025
We had the most wonderful experience on this trip for our honeymoon. The lodges were incredible and safari game drives out of this world. Can’t thank our tour leader, Tshepo. 10/10 experience
Alisha
Feb 22, 2025
The perfect trip for my first time in Africa. Amazing locations with spectacular views. Intrepid ensures that your tourism has a positive impact on local communities. Johannes was the best tour leader.
Karin
Nov 06, 2024
If you are looking to get close to nature, better understand the African culture, people, and animals while enjoying amazing lodges (and the views), this is absolutely the trip for you. What amazing memories to bring home. I can’t recommend this tour highly enough.
Robert
Sep 29, 2024
Our tour started in Johannesburg where we were introduced to the past history of SA and included a trip to Soweto, the Apartheid Museum and Nelson Mandela's prison cell. It was very emotional. We then went on Safari in Kruger National Park, Enjoyed Glamping for the first time (you will not be disappointed) before flying to Zimbabwe and the Victoria Falls. Finishing in beautiful Botswana and the Chobe National Park. Excellent value for money. The African people are positive looking forward folk who don't dwell on the past and great visitors with warmth and vibrance I've not found elsewhere.
UIla
Sep 23, 2024
Our 8 day Premium South Africa tour was fantastic. We were well looked after at all times and enjoyed wonderful accommodation, and game drives with informative guides. Highly recommend this trip. Indeed take an extra 2 days if possible!
Julia
Aug 08, 2024
Great trip! Well organized! I love that we went to national parks in 2 areas of Southern Africa. We chose this trip because of Victoria Falls and got to see so much more. All of the tour guides were knowledgeable and informative! We learned about the culture and history of the places we visited and saw so many beautiful sights and wildlife! Highly recommend!
Maitreyi
Jul 10, 2024
I hesitate to write this short review, simply because I have so much I want to say and convey , I feel I may not be able tell you how amazingly happy I am having taken this trip! I am 71 years old, have severe osteoarthritis and asthma. I wondered how I would do on this trip. The wonderful thing is that once I met Johannes, our leader, I wasn’t too worried. His calm, yet happy and excited nature, put me at ease right away. From what I saw the entire group of travellers were all very relaxed, knowing we were in good hands- Johannes would take care of us in every way, all would go well. My point is, is any of the trips interest you- don’t hesitate. Go on a trip with Intrepid!!
Robert
Jul 02, 2024
The Intrepid Premium Southern Africa tour was just superb. Beautiful accommodation, wonderful guide, great itinerary. And those magnificent animals! We will never forget our time in Africa with Intrepid.
Steven
Jun 03, 2024
Trepid to the spectacular job organizing every detail of our trip. Tsen completely spelled out each adventure, and what the accommodations and food would be during the trip. Everyone did their job and was on time for the pick up and drop off. We had the rockstar drivers on the rockstar Safari.
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