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Splendid South Africa and Victoria Falls

See the best of South Africa with this extraordinary tour of Kruger, Johannesburg, and Victoria Falls!

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Duration
11 Days
Ratings
5/5
Comfort Level
Easy Icon Easy Tours are accessible for all travelers. There will be limited periods of standing or walking during sightseeing excursions as pre-booked transportation will take passengers between destinations.

ABOUT THIS TRIP

This 11-day small-group tour will guide you through the extraordinary gemstones and fascinating natural attractions of South Africa. Prepare for otherworldly national parks, wild African Safaris, and gorgeous waterfalls on this magical journey. Begin your tour in Johannesburg, the largest city in the world not built near a river or lake! Johannesburg is also the former home of Nelson Mandela, who fought patriarchally for equality in South Africa. From there you will fly to Victoria Falls, where you will embark on a magnificent cruise under the setting sun and admire the beauty of the African landscape. Cruise along the Zambezi River and discover many species of wild animals from the comfort of your boat. Explore Victoria Falls, home to nature reserves and plunging water. From there you will travel to Johannesburg and drive to Kruger National Park. Get ready for a fascinating game viewing experience through this otherworldly site. Discover Africa's Big Five; spot the elephants, buffalos, leopards, rhinos, and lions.

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09 NIGHTS
Superior Accommodation
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12 MEALS
Daily Breakfasts
Special Dinners
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TRANSPORT
Deluxe AC Vehicle
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CRUISE
On Zambezi River
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FLIGHTS
International and Regional Flights Included

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STYLE

Private Group Tour

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
  • Visit Johannesburg, the world’s largest “dry spot” and former home of Nelson Mandela
  • Admire the beauty of Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World
  • See hippos, alligators, and many species of wildlife with a cruise on the Zambezi River
  • Spot Africa’s Big Five with an exhilarating safari drive through Kruger National Park
INCLUSIONS
  • International flights from Toronto
  • Regional flights flight: Johannesburg - Victoria Falls – Johannesburg
  • Regional flight: Johannesburg – Cape Town
  • 09 nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed hotels or similar
  • Arrival and departure transfers
  • Daily breakfast
  • 03 dinners in the Protea Hotel Kruger Gate
  • Transportation in a deluxe air-conditioned vehicle
  • Services of qualified English-speaking guides on transfers, tours and overland
  • Entrance fees as per the itinerary
  • One checked piece of baggage on international flights
  • All air taxes
  • Hotel and airport porterage
  • All local applicable taxes
EXCLUSIONS
  • Items of a personal nature, tips, and gratuities
  • Optional excursions
  • Travel insurance
  • Baggage fees may vary by carrier on domestic flights
  • Visa fees, if applicable
  • All meals not specified in the inclusions above
  • All drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Any PCR / antigen tests that may be required for any travel, either locally, regionally or internationally
  • Items not mentioned as included

Splendid South Africa and Victoria Falls

Prices for this tour are per person, based on a twin / double room sharing basis. 

Single supplement is available at USD 849 per person.

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DAY 1 - TORONTO DEPARTURE

Make your own way to the airport to depart for your overnight flight to Johannesburg. Enjoy in-flight meals and services.

Overnight Onboard Flight

DAY 2 - JOHANNESBURG (ARRIVAL)

Welcome to Johannesburg! Upon arrival, you will be met and assisted to your coach transfer with guide to the hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to rest or to explore.

Overnight in Johannesburg

DAY 3 - JOHANNESBURG – VICTORIA FALLS (B/-/-)

After breakfast at the hotel, ride the shuttle back to the airport where you will board your flight to Victoria Falls. Spend the day at leisure or perhaps join one of the following optional tours. Upon arrival at Victoria Falls, guests will be met by our representative and transferred to the hotel. Later this afternoon, go on a sunset cruise, geared to showcase magnificent sunset while you sip a sundowner and enjoy light snacks. This is an ideal way to watch the African landscape transform into breathtaking hues. Cruising along the Zambezi River is an experience that will create long-lasting memories with sightings of hippos, crocodiles, and any other species that gather on the banks to quench their thirst. Where there is water there is life. Discovering a wild, untamed landscape from the comfort of your boat is a must-see experience in this magical country.

Overnight in Victoria Falls

DAY 4 - VICTORIA FALLS (B/-/-)

Today you will enjoy a guided tour along the breathtaking Victoria Falls. Discovering these extraordinary nature reserves and unparalleled beauty. Locally referred to as Mosi-oa-Tunya (the smoke that thunders), tons of water plunge over a chasm that is nearly 2km wide. The waterfalls more than 100m to the Zambezi River below. The shower of spray and the thunderous sound of the water can be heard from miles around. This tour will take you to the most breathtaking viewpoints of this iconic waterfall, one of the seven wonders of the world, and will help you soak up the powerful and enigmatic atmosphere of Victoria Falls.

Overnight in Victoria Falls

DAY 5 - VICTORIA FALLS (B/-/-)

Spend the day at leisure or perhaps join one of the following optional tours.

Overnight in Victoria Falls

Optional: Flight of Angels : USD 195, min 2 pax

Experience the magic and freedom of traveling through the sky with this 13-minute helicopter flight over Victoria Falls and the Zambezi River. The helicopter can fly lower than a fixed-wing aircraft, so you will have unparalleled opportunities to see the breathtaking Falls. The path will take you over the seemingly tranquil Zambezi River as you embark on a journey of discovery along the gorges which will zigzag their way into the infamous downstream of the Batoka Gorge.

Optional: Chobe Day Trip (excluding visa fees $45 per person): USD 295, min 1 pax

Set off on an exhilarating, full-day safari in Chobe National Park. Enjoy a leisure game-viewing cruise on the Chobe River in the morning. After lunch, get ready to board safari vehicles for an exhilarating game drive through the park.

Inclusions: park fees / boat cruise/land transfers/Kazungula Bridge levy/ game drives and lunch

Exclusions: visas. Guests who are participating in the Chobe Day Trip should purchase a double entry visa on arrival in Vic Falls which will allow the guests to enter Zimbabwe twice during the validity of the visa. Only cash (US$45) are accepted for the purchase of the visas

DAY 6 - VICTORIA FALLS (B/-/-)

Spend the day at leisure or perhaps join one of the following optional tours.

Overnight in Victoria Falls

Optional: Livingstone Island with Devils Pool, Island Lunch: USD 285, min 1 pax

This excursion will include transfers.

DAY 7 - VICTORIA FALLS – JOHANNESBURG (B/-/-)

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Victoria Falls Airport for your flight back to Johannesburg. Upon arrival in Johannesburg, you will be met and assisted to your coach transfer with guide to the hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to rest or to explore.

Overnight in Johannesburg

DAY 8 - JOHANNESBURG – KRUGER NATIONAL PARK (B/-/D)

This morning you will depart overland to Hazyview and the greater Kruger area. Arrive at your safari lodge in the afternoon. Spend the rest of the day at leisure before you prepare for a scrumptious dinner.

Overnight in Kruger National Park

DAY 9 - KRUGER NATIONAL PARK (B/-/D)

Today, get ready for a full-day game viewing experience by 4x4 vehicle. Go out in search of Africa’s most incredible animals and hopefully complete the goal of seeing the Big 5 Animals — the lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and buffalo. Learn more about the animals and the environment they live in. This evening, enjoy a tasty dinner and perhaps indulge in some stargazing.

Overnight in Kruger National Park

DAY 10 - KRUGER NATIONAL PARK (B/-/D)

Today, get ready for a full-day game viewing experience by 4x4 vehicle. Go out in search of Africa’s most incredible animals and hopefully complete the goal of seeing the Big 5 Animals — the lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and buffalo. Learn more about the animals and the environment they live in. This evening, enjoy a tasty dinner and perhaps indulge in some stargazing.

Overnight in Kruger National Park

DAY 11 - KRUGER NATIONAL PARK – JOHANNESBURG – TORONTO (B/-/-)

Today, you will be driven back to the Johannesburg Airport for your flight to Toronto.

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Peermont Mondior Hotel (Johannesburg)
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Accommmodation Type : Superior

Enjoy elegance at an attractive price; the 4-star Peermont Mondior Hotel at Emperors Palace sets an exciting standard in world-class business, conference, and leisure accommodation. The hotel features 150 spacious rooms and suites furnished in contemporary African elegance and fitted with cutting-edge technology. Its convenient location next to O.R. Tambo International Airport makes it suitable for business and leisure travelers. Enjoy breakfast and light meals at the chic Oriana restaurant or a sociable cocktail at The Silver Moon bar. Guests have access to the casino, dining, entertainment, convention, and relaxation facilities of the Emperors Palace hotel, casino, and convention resort.

Kingdom Hotel (Victoria Falls)
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Accommmodation Type : Superior

This is a fun-filled resort hotel aimed unashamedly at the tourist who wants to take in the majesty and excitement of one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World as well as enjoy a holiday adventure as part of a group, with someone special, with the children, or as a single traveller. Complete with its own food court offering a wide choice of relaxing or quick meals, suiting all ages, The Kingdom at Victoria Falls offers three swimming pools, a toddlers pool, a children's play area, a casino, a spa and a beauty parlour.

Protea Hotel Kruger Gate (Kruger National Park )
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Accommmodation Type : Superior

Discover a unique combination of pampering comforts surrounded by the remarkable natural wonders of the African wild at the Protea Hotel Kruger Gate on the banks of the Sabie River. Offering an affordable luxury getaway, the lodge's full-service amenities in Mpumalanga puts guests where the Bushveld is their playground. Welcoming travellers under a towering indigenous portico, one's first impression of being in a tree house is reinforced when you notice that the veranda and walkway to your air-conditioned room is at a level normally reserved as the sole domain of the variety of birds found in the area. In fact, the ambience of comfort is unforgettable in the context of the African bush. Situated only 100 metres from the Paul Kruger Gate of Kruger National Park, this luxurious destination provides an ideal location from which to experience wildlife first-hand, all while enjoying our hotel's airport shuttle service, full-service spa, fitness centre, pool and well-appointed guest rooms and suites.

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Arthur Joseph Hill
Discover South Africa and Victoria Falls
Well worth the price. Great time of year as well.
10 September, 2018
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Jeanine O'Brien
Discover South Africa and Victoria Falls
It was a great balance of seeing wildlife city life and country life.
06 August, 2018
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Brent
Discover South Africa and Victoria Falls
This was our first visit to Africa. We wanted a guide and found the Indus experience wonderful. Great hotels, some meals and fun excursions for a little extra. It offered animal safari with cultural experiences too.
09 July, 2018
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Carlos
Discover South Africa and Victoria Falls
Best tour I have ever taken, great Hotels, tours, meals, and Tour Directors.
12 March, 2018
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Theresa
Discover South Africa and Victoria Falls
Accommodations, transfers, itineraries, guides, etc. made this a trip of a lifetime
12 February, 2018
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Hilary
Discover South Africa and Victoria Falls
Our visit to South Africa arranged through Indus Travel was wonderful and more than we had imagined. Indus Travel agents incorporated our requests for places to visit etc. with two of their own tours. They arranged for very polite, knowledgeable driver/tour guides for all our outings, for drivers meeting us at the airports and taking us to and from our hotels, for choosing very nice hotels and for convenient internal flights. We always felt safe without feeling overly chaperoned. Thank you Indus Travel, we will use you again and recommend you to our friends.
14 November, 2017
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Desi
Discover South Africa and Victoria Falls
It was nicely put-together tour, very good partners at various locations, personalized, private and very friendly guides. We loved every minute of it
16 June, 2017

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Your Destination Guide: Visas & Helpful Tips

Please refer to the following link(s) for important information about your specific destination.
South Africa | Zimbabwe

SHOULD I GET TRAVEL INSURANCE?

Click here to check our recommended travel protection plan.

IS THIS A CHILD FRIENDLY TOUR? ARE THERE ANY RESTRICTIONS?

All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age for children on escorted tours is 8. Minimum age on Safaris is 8. Minimum age for game drives in Kruger National Park (South Africa) is 12. Minimum age for Uganda programs is 15.

Please note that many countries have adopted practices to prevent international abductions of children. If a person under the age of 18 years will be travelling with an adult other than his/her parents, or with only one parent, a notarized letter, granting authorization to travel, including the dates of travel should be carried.

I AM A SINGLE TRAVELER. SHOULD I PAY A SINGLE SUPPLEMENT?

We offer many Solo-Friendly trips with no mandatory single supplement. For all other tours, a single supplement will apply for solo travelers.

For the rates on these tours, please refer to the Price and Dates section on each tour page.

WHAT ARE THE IMPORTANT FACTORS TO KNOW BEFORE TRAVELING TO A DESTINATION?

Please refer to the following link(s) for important information about your specific destination.
South Africa | Zimbabwe

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PERSONAL ACCOUNTS

How do I book a tour with Indus Travels?

You can review How to Book a Tour page for more details.

How do I create an Indus Account?

Go to our website and click on the register button found on the upper right hand side to create your Indus Travel account and start booking tours! 

If I don't remember my password, how do I log in?

Click the Forgot Password? link in the login form and it will lead you to a form to change your password. Simply enter your registered email address and you will be emailed a link to reset your password. 

How do I view my invoice?

You will not be able to access your invoice immediately upon booking. You will be notified by email when it is available for you, normally within 48 business hours of booking. You can find your invoice and all other details of the tours you booked by logging on to your account and going to the Tour Booking History page.


PAYMENT PROCEDURE

How do I make payment online?

Simply login to your Indus Travel account, go to your tour of choice and click on Book Now. You will then confirm the details and your preferences about the tour and finally pay through our secure online payment platform. 

What forms of payment does Indus Travel accept?

We accept US & CA Dollar check, bank check, money order, direct deposits, wire transfer, Visa, and Master credit cards. Third-party credit cards are not acceptable. Payments made by wire transfer must include an additional $30 wire transfer fee. There is a $50 fee for returned checks.

Where do I mail a cheque?

Cheque payments should include your Reservation number in the memo section and be made payable to Indus Travels Ltd and mailed to:
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When is my final payment due?

Your exact final payment date is indicated on your invoice which may be viewed by signing into your account. In general, the final payment is due 90 days prior to departure with some exceptions where payment is due earlier (All tours including cruise final payment is due 120 days before departure).

How much is my final payment?

The amount of your final payment will be noted on your invoice and can be accessed by logging into your account online.

Can I send a bank cheque or money order?

Yes. Indus accepts US & CA Dollar cheque, bank cheque, money order, direct deposits, wire transfer, Visa & Master credit cards. Third-party credit cards are not acceptable. Payments made by wire transfer must include an additional $30 wire transfer fee. There is a $50 fee for returned cheques.

To whom should I write the cheque?

Cheque payments should include your Reservation number in the memo section and be made payable to Indus Travels Ltd.

Can I pay with a debit card?

No. Indus does not accept payments with Debit card.

How do I know if Indus received my payment?

You will be notified by email that your payment was received and applied to your reservation. You may also access your reservation by logging into your account online


TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

When will I receive my e-Documents?

Once final payment has been received and processed, documents will be sent via email approximately 21 days prior to the beginning of your tour services.

Can I get paper documents?

Paper documents may be sent upon passenger request. There is a shipping and handling fee of $30 for each set of paper documents: These paper documents will be delivered between 14-21 business days prior to the beginning of your tour. In some instances, a paper voucher/ticket is required by our vendor. In these instances, the costs for shipping and handling will be shouldered by Indus Travels.

How do I access and print my documents?

Your documents may be accessed by logging into your Indus Travel account and checking your Tour Booking History. 

Do I receive anything else with my e-documents?

Indus e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip. 

How do I know where to find my airline ticket?

With a few exceptions, international airline tickets are issued electronically. The airline confirmation number and ticket numbers stated in your documents represent your airline "ticket(s)." Some domestic Arline tickets which can only be issued at destination will be given to you upon your arrival in the local destination.


ENTRY VISAS

If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?

You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting. 

Please note: Passengers who are not U.S. or Canadian citizens must check with the respective consulate or a visa agency to determine what personal identification is required. Passengers who enter, leave and then re-enter the same country on their itinerary should check if they require a double-entry visa.

How do I know if I need a visa?

Please check the Before You Book section found on every tour to access the country specific Know Before You Go document to know about Visa and other important information about the countries you will be visiting.

How do I obtain a visa?

A visa may be obtained by using a visa service or by contacting the embassy or consulate of the nation you are visiting prior to departing from your home country.

Please check the Before You Book section found on every tour to access the country specific Know Before You Go document to know about Visa and other important information about the countries you will be visiting.

How much does a visa cost?

There will be different costs that will be specific per embassy/consulate and whether you have used a visa service or not. These costs often change with little notice. We recommend that you contact the appropriate embassy or consulate directly for the most up to date information.

You may find the contact information for consulates/embassies in the Visa section of the Know Before You Go document available for the country you will be visiting.


OPTIONAL TOURS & ACTIVITIES

What are optional sightseeing tours?

Optional tours are offered to travelers interested in additional experiences, sightseeing, meals or activities to supplement the included components of our tours. You may choose to participate in some, all or none of the optional tours which are priced individually. Complete descriptions and prices for each optional tour are listed on the itinerary section of the tours on our website. 

When can I add optional tours?

Optional tours are available for purchase any time up to 45 days before departure.

Can I purchase optional tours locally?

Yes. When traveling on an escorted tour, optional tours may be purchased locally from the Tour Manager. However, Indus cannot guarantee the rate and availability of these services when purchased locally. Please note that tours purchased locally are subject to current exchange rates and may cost up to 10% more.

Can I add optional tours for only select individuals on my reservation?

Yes. For assistance on this matter, please contact Indus Travel sales and reservations staff.


TRAVEL INSURANCE & COVERAGE

What coverage does Travel Insurance provide?

For complete details on Travel Insurance, check our Travel protection page.

When can I purchase Travel Insurance?

American Residents can purchase Trawick Insurance with us at the time of booking or anytime prior to departure. After booking, Canadian Residents will receive an email with a referral to TuGo Insurance which can be purchased anytime prior to departure.

When is Travel Insurance active?

Travel Protection coverages will take effect on the later of 1) the date the plan payment has been received by the Policyholder; 2) the date and time you start your Covered Trip; or 3) 12:01 A.M. Standard Time on the Scheduled Departure Date of your Covered Trip.

I need to cancel my trip and have not purchased insurance, what do I do?

Penalties for cancellation will depend on the tour you have purchased and how close to departure you are at the time of cancellation. For more information, visit our terms and conditions.


INTERNATIONAL AND DOMESTIC FLIGHTS

Why is it important that I give my name as it appears on my passport when booking a tour? 

Due to increased travel security and policies around the world, it is now a requirement that your airline ticket matches your first and last name exactly as it reads on your passport. Please note that any changes to the details of your air booking, could be subject to a change fee, penalties or cancellation.

Can I reserve a seat assignment?

For our packages that include flights, we do not usually assign seats. In most cases, you can request specific seats, but this may incur a small fee payable to the airline. For more information, contact our sales and reservations staff.

Once confirmed, are airlines seats always guaranteed?

In most cases, seat assignments are firm. However, airlines may sometimes reassign seats for operational reasons. This often happens at the last moment and is controlled by airline staff, with Indus Travel not being notified. Passengers are encouraged to reconfirm their seat assignments and any other special requests directly with their airline prior to departure.

Should I check-in online?

It always recommended and more convenient to check in online. It will shorten your waiting time at the airport, secure your seat assignments and other reservations.

Can I request a special meal on the flight?

Requests may be made for special meals. These requests will be sent on your behalf to the airline so long as Indus receives these request prior to your documents being issued. The availability of special meals will be based upon the specific airlines and will be at their discretion.

Can I use my frequent flier miles?

Accrued frequent flier miles cannot be used toward the purchase of Indus Travels’ airfare or used for class upgrades. However, airfare purchased through Indus Travels may qualify to earn you additional miles.


AIRPORT PROCEDURES

What is required when I check-in?

Ticketed passengers must show correct identification at check-in. Children must have a parent present at check-in and all tickets must be in each passenger's name.

What is required with International travel?

An international trip may require valid travel documents such as passport, visa, re-entry permit, health certificate, inoculation record, a ticket for the return journey or continuance of your trip, or ANY combination thereof. Passengers are responsible for the proper documentation. Concerns about the required travel documents may be resolved by contacting the appropriate consulate or embassy.

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