9 days · South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana
Kruger Safari & the Panorama Route with Victoria Falls
From AED 9,200per person, twin share
Discover Southern Africa‘s natural wonders! Spot wildlife in the Kruger National Park and soak up the beauty of Victoria Falls.
- Duration
- 9 Days / 8 Nights
- Route
- Starts and ends in Johannesburg
- Countries
- South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana
- Activity level
- Light (2 of 5)
- A relaxed pace with few hotel changes and two free days in Kruger, plus an easy guided walk and a boat cruise at Victoria Falls. Game drives are seated throughout
- Accommodation
- 8 nights in 3- and 4-star hotels: 3 at a safari lodge in central Kruger, 3 at a lodge in the Victoria Falls region
- Meals
- 8 breakfasts and 5 dinners
- Group
- Small group, up to 7
- Guide
- English-speaking tour leader throughout, with a local guide at Victoria Falls
- Transport
- Air-conditioned coach, Plane
- Best time to go
- Runs most of the year, with no departures in February or March. Kruger’s dry season (May–September) suits game viewing
Tour overview
This Kruger and Victoria Falls holiday package showcases Southern Africa’s natural beauty! Starting in Johannesburg, head to the Kruger National Park region where a Big 5 safari awaits. Explore the Panorama Route and spend three nights in Zimbabwe’s, UNESCO-protected region of Victoria Falls - one of the world's 7 natural wonders.
Highlights
- Embark on a full-day Kruger National park game drive
- Visit the Three Rondavels viewpoint
- Explore Bourke’s Luck Potholes
- Admire the scenery of the Blyde Canyon Viewpoint
- Spend three nights in the Victoria Falls region
- Enjoy a guided tour of Victoria Falls
- Cruise the Zambezi River at sunset
Route and hotels
Where the tour goes and where you sleep, night by night.
Johannesburg
Day 1 · start
Southern Kruger Region
1 night · Day 1
Hazyview Sun
Central Kruger Region
3 nights · Days 2–4
Timbavati Safari Lodge
Three Rondawels
Day 5 · on the way
Blyde River Canyon Viewpoint
Day 5 · on the way
Bourke’s Luck Potholes
Day 5 · on the way
Johannesburg
1 night · Day 5
Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport
Victoria Falls
3 nights · Days 6–8
Waterfalls Lodge
Johannesburg
Day 9 · end
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Start of tour in Johannesburg – Kruger National Park Region
Meals included: DinnerYour Kruger Safari and Victoria Falls tour begins today. You meet your tour leader and the group at an airport-area hotel, then travel to the southern Kruger National Park region, which is almost the size of Belgium. A welcome dinner with your fellow travellers follows tonight.
- Travel
- Johannesburg → Kruger National Park region by coach
- Overnight
- Southern Kruger Region
- Hotel
- Hazyview Sun
- Meals
- Dinner
Day 2
Kruger National Park Region
Meals included: BreakfastDinner
A full day of safari driving in Kruger National Park brings sightings of African wildlife in its natural environment, among them leopards, lions, elephants, wild dogs, rhinos and cheetahs. Later, the group heads to the lodge, located in the park’s central area, with time for a swim or a sundowner before dinner tonight.
Included
- Full-day game drive in Kruger National Park, in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Overnight
- Central Kruger Region
- Hotel
- Timbavati Safari Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 3
Kruger National Park Region: Free Day
Meals included: BreakfastDinner
Today offers a choice between optional half-day and full-day safaris, through areas of prime wildlife, pausing at waterholes and rest camps along the way. Watch for the Big 5: leopard, lion, buffalo, elephant and rhino. Afterwards, unwind with a swim before dinner with the group.
Included
- Free time in the Kruger region
Optional extras
- Half-Day Game Drive · AED 375 per person
- Full-Day Game Drive · AED 440 per person
- Sunset Game Drive · AED 375 per person
- Overnight
- Central Kruger Region
- Hotel
- Timbavati Safari Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 4
Kruger National Park Region: Free Day
Meals included: BreakfastDinnerOn your final day in the Kruger, you can choose a half-day safari, or one at sunset, guided by a local wildlife specialist, or simply relax by the pool instead. Tonight is your last evening in the bush, with time around the fire to swap stories about your adventures before a toast with a glass of Amarula, a local liqueur made from marula fruit.
Included
- Free time in the Kruger region
- Overnight
- Central Kruger Region
- Hotel
- Timbavati Safari Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 5
Three Rondawels – Blyde River Canyon Viewpoint – Bourke’s Luck Potholes – Johannesburg
Meals included: BreakfastDinner
Your Panorama Route tour today follows the route through Mpumalanga Province, stopping at the Three Rondavels viewing point for views over the Blyde River Canyon. Afterwards, Bourke’s Luck Potholes offers a wander through its plunge pools and rock formations, before the drive back to Johannesburg for the evening.
Included
- Panorama Route drive via the Three Rondavels viewpoint, overlooking Blyde River Canyon
- Visit Bourke’s Luck Potholes: waterholes and rock formations carved by the river
- Travel
- Central Kruger → Johannesburg by coach, via the Panorama Route
- Overnight
- Johannesburg
- Hotel
- Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 6
Johannesburg – Victoria Falls
Meals included: Breakfast
This morning, the group heads to the airport for an included flight to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, for three nights in a UNESCO-protected region ranked among the world’s greatest natural wonders. Tonight, the optional Boma Dinner & Drum Show offers African food and music, with hands-on drumming too.
Included
- Settle in for three nights in the Victoria Falls region, a UNESCO World Heritage site
Optional extras
- Boma Dinner & Drum Show · AED 275 per person
- Travel
- Johannesburg → Victoria Falls by plane
- Overnight
- Victoria Falls
- Hotel
- Waterfalls Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 7
Victoria Falls
Meals included: Breakfast
A locally guided morning tour opens the day at Victoria Falls, through rainforest and past the world’s largest waterfall. Later, an optional helicopter ride over Vic Falls offers aerial views, and in the afternoon a sunset Zambezi River cruise brings sightings of hippos, crocodiles and owls.
Included
- Guided walking tour of the Victoria Falls rainforest, with views of the main falls
- Sunset cruise on the Zambezi River, watching for hippos and crocodiles
Optional extras
- Flight of the Angels Helicopter Ride · AED 780 per person
- Overnight
- Victoria Falls
- Hotel
- Waterfalls Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 8
Victoria Falls: Free Day
Meals included: Breakfast
You have a free day to enjoy at your own pace, whether relaxing at the lodge or exploring Victoria Falls using the hourly shuttles. For a different country, you can join the optional Chobe Day Trip to Botswana, with a game drive, an included lunch and a cruise on the river through the Chobe National Park.
Included
- Free time in Victoria Falls
Optional extras
- Chobe Day Trip · AED 790 per person
- Overnight
- Victoria Falls
- Hotel
- Waterfalls Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 9
Victoria Falls – End of tour in Johannesburg
Meals included: BreakfastA final breakfast with the group overlooks Victoria Falls. Later, an included flight takes you to Johannesburg, where the tour ends. From here, you can stay longer in Johannesburg or move on to your next destination.
- Travel
- Victoria Falls → Johannesburg by plane
- Meals
- Breakfast
Dates & prices
Prices per person, sharing a double or twin room. A single room costs the supplement shown.
22 dates
FromMon 2 Nov 2026ToTue 10 Nov 2026
Sold out
AED 8,649
Single room supplement +AED 1,818 single
Full
FromMon 16 Nov 2026ToTue 24 Nov 2026
Sold out
AED 8,649
Single room supplement +AED 1,818 single
Full
FromMon 25 Jan 2027ToTue 2 Feb 2027
AvailableBest price
AED 9,200
Single room supplement +AED 3,471 single
FromMon 5 Apr 2027ToTue 13 Apr 2027
Available
AED 9,200
Single room supplement +AED 3,471 single
FromMon 19 Apr 2027ToTue 27 Apr 2027
Available
AED 9,200
Single room supplement +AED 3,471 single
FromMon 3 May 2027ToTue 11 May 2027
Available
AED 9,200
Single room supplement +AED 3,471 single
FromMon 17 May 2027ToTue 25 May 2027
Sold out
AED 9,714
Single room supplement +AED 3,471 single
Full
FromMon 31 May 2027ToTue 8 Jun 2027
Sold out
AED 9,200
Single room supplement +AED 3,471 single
Full
FromMon 14 Jun 2027ToTue 22 Jun 2027
Few seats left
AED 9,200
Single room supplement +AED 3,471 single
FromMon 28 Jun 2027ToTue 6 Jul 2027
Sold out
AED 9,200
Single room supplement +AED 3,471 single
Full
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FromMon 12 Jul 2027ToTue 20 Jul 2027
Few seats left
AED 9,714
Single room supplement +AED 3,471 single
FromMon 26 Jul 2027ToTue 3 Aug 2027
Sold out
AED 9,200
Single room supplement +AED 3,471 single
Full
FromMon 9 Aug 2027ToTue 17 Aug 2027
Available
AED 9,200
Single room supplement +AED 3,471 single
FromMon 23 Aug 2027ToTue 31 Aug 2027
Sold out
AED 9,200
Single room supplement +AED 3,471 single
Full
FromMon 6 Sept 2027ToTue 14 Sept 2027
Available
AED 9,200
Single room supplement +AED 3,471 single
FromMon 20 Sept 2027ToTue 28 Sept 2027
Few seats left
AED 9,200
Single room supplement +AED 3,471 single
FromMon 4 Oct 2027ToTue 12 Oct 2027
Few seats left
AED 9,200
Single room supplement +AED 3,471 single
FromMon 18 Oct 2027ToTue 26 Oct 2027
Available
AED 9,200
Single room supplement +AED 3,471 single
FromMon 1 Nov 2027ToTue 9 Nov 2027
Sold out
AED 9,200
Single room supplement +AED 3,471 single
Full
FromMon 15 Nov 2027ToTue 23 Nov 2027
Available
AED 9,200
Single room supplement +AED 3,471 single
FromMon 29 Nov 2027ToTue 7 Dec 2027
Sold out
AED 9,200
Single room supplement +AED 3,471 single
Full
FromMon 13 Dec 2027ToTue 21 Dec 2027
Available
AED 9,200
Single room supplement +AED 3,471 single
What’s included
Included
- 8 Nights (3 & 4 star hotels & safari lodge)
- 8 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners
- Air-conditioned coach
- Fully-guided tour
Not included
- Flights: Arrange your own flights for the start and end of the tour
- Travel insurance: Purchase a suitable policy that meets your needs
Optional extras
Excursions and upgrades you can add to the tour. Prices are per person.
Half-Day Game Drive
A half-day game drive in the Kruger National Park region with an expert guide, including breakfast out in the bush. R1700, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 375 per person
Full-Day Game Drive
A full day exploring the Kruger National Park region with a qualified guide, with a good chance of seeing the Big Five. R2000, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 440 per person
Sunset Game Drive
A game drive in the Kruger National Park region timed for sunset, when nocturnal animals start to appear. R1700, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 375 per person
Boma Dinner & Drum Show
A four-course dinner at Boma with live mbira music, storytelling and a hands-on drumming session where everyone plays a djembe. US$74, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 275 per person
Flight of the Angels Helicopter Ride
A helicopter flight over Victoria Falls and along the Zambezi River and National Park, with views of the falls from both directions. US$212, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 780 per person
Chobe Day Trip
A full day across the border in Botswana: a safari cruise on the Chobe River, a buffet lunch and a game drive through Chobe National Park. US$215, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 790 per person
To add an extra, mention it in your booking notes, and we confirm it with your seats before you pay. Some are booked with your tour leader on the day instead: their description says so.
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Good to know
Practical details to read before you travel.
Passport & visas
South Africa asks most non-exempt nationalities for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), applied for online and tied to the passport you travel on. It only works if you land at OR Tambo (Johannesburg), Cape Town or Lanseria airport, which matches how this tour starts and ends.
The tour also crosses into Zimbabwe for the Victoria Falls stay, and the optional Chobe day trip reaches Botswana. Entry rules for both depend on your passport, so our visa team checks what each one asks for and handles the applications when you book.
Flights and timings
Flights to and from Johannesburg aren’t included. The flights from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls and back on days 6 and 9 are included in the tour.
Day 1 starts at the Garden Court OR Tambo International Airport Hotel, where you meet your tour leader in the late morning; they fly in with travellers continuing from the Cape Town portion of the trip, so wait in the lobby until they arrive. Full contact details reach you by email about a week before you travel. The tour ends at OR Tambo International Airport around 4pm on day 9, after the flight back from Victoria Falls.
Our team can book your flights from Dubai to match.
Meals and dietary needs
Breakfast is included on every day except day 1, and dinner on the five nights in the Kruger region and Johannesburg. The three nights in Victoria Falls have breakfast only, so evenings there are free for you to choose where to eat; the optional Boma Dinner is one option.
Tell us about any dietary needs, halal included, when you book, and we pass them on before the tour.
Money
South Africa’s currency is the rand (ZAR); cards are widely accepted in cities and hotels, with cash useful for smaller stops. In Zimbabwe, US dollars are widely used at Victoria Falls, and the optional extras there are priced in US dollars; Botswana uses the pula if you cross for the Chobe day trip.
Optional experiences booked on tour are paid to your tour leader in cash or by card, in the currency shown.
Weather and packing
Departures run most of the year except February and March. Kruger is hot and can be humid from October to March, and dry and cooler (the best time for game viewing) from May to September. Victoria Falls is warm year round, with the heaviest spray and fullest flow from March to May after the rains, and a drier look later in the year.
Pack layers, a light rain jacket, comfortable walking shoes and sun protection. The rainforest walk at the Falls can leave you soaked in spray, so a lightweight waterproof or a change of clothes is worth having to hand.
Safari and malaria
Game drives are done from a seated, open or air-conditioned vehicle, so no particular fitness is needed, though binoculars and a camera with some reach are worth packing.
Kruger and Victoria Falls are malaria areas: ask your doctor or a travel clinic about prevention before you travel.
Plan your trip
Our Dubai team arranges what goes around the tour, so it is booked in one place.
Visas
Check the visa for each country on the route. Our visa team in Dubai applies for UAE residents once the tour is booked. For Zimbabwe and Botswana, ask them what your passport needs.
Flights
Flights are not included. We can book them with the tour: Dubai to Johannesburg and back. Tick “Flights” when you book and we quote them with your confirmation.
Pay in instalments
Split the cost with Tabby or Tamara, or over 3 to 12 months on a UAE bank credit card for bookings from AED 1,000.
Book this tour
Book online in a few minutes. Your seats are held as soon as you book, and you pay once we have confirmed them.
- Choose your date, travellers and roomsPrices are per person, and the total updates as you choose.
- Name each traveller as in their passportYour seats are held and your booking reference is emailed straight away.
- Pay by secure link once confirmedOur Dubai team confirms the seats with the tour operator, then emails your payment link. Nothing is charged when you book.
Questions before you book? Our support team is on WhatsApp +971 58 582 4488.
Questions about this tour
What will my days actually look like?
Full days, zero filler. Most mornings start with breakfast before heading out to the main sights with your Tour Leader or a local guide. Afternoons often include free time to wander, find a coffee or join an Optional Experience. Expect a good amount of walking too. On some days, you could spend two to three hours on your feet. Comfortable shoes are your best friend.
Who will I be travelling with?
People from all over the world. Different ages, different backgrounds, same instinct to see more. Groups have on average between 35-45 travellers. By day three, you’ll already know everyone's name.
What are the hotels like?
Clean, comfortable and well located. Mostly 3 to 4 star, with private en-suite bathrooms. They're chosen so you can sleep well and feel ready for the next day. They're not the centrepiece. The destinations are. But they're never an afterthought.
How active is this tour?
All travellers carry their own bags, including up hotel stairs where needed. Walking tours can last up to three hours, and some sites involve a fair number of steps. Read through the itinerary to decide if the pace is right for you.
How do Optional Experiences work?
Optional Experiences happen during your tour's free-time slots, and your Tour Leader will tell you about what's on offer during the tour. Most can be booked on the day, but some are pre-sold and must be purchased before your tour begins, so it's worth checking the tour page beforehand to see what's available and get in touch with our team to book anything in advance.
Will I have time to explore on my own?
Yes. Free time is built into the itinerary, giving you space to wander and explore at your own pace. Your Tour Leader can point you towards the places worth your time, so you're never left completely to figure it out yourself.
What support do I have while I'm on tour?
Your Tour Leader is there to look after you during your tour. They know the places most people walk straight past, they'll have a restaurant recommendation ready before you've asked, and they'll sort anything that comes up along the way. All transport and accommodation are arranged for you.
You'll also have a 24-hour emergency contact number and the Holidayys team in Dubai.
How do I book Kruger Safari & the Panorama Route with Victoria Falls?
Press Book now, choose a date and your rooms, and enter each traveller as their passport shows. We hold your seats and email your booking reference straight away. Our Dubai team confirms the seats with the tour operator, then emails you a secure payment link. Nothing is charged when you book.
When do I pay?
Once the tour operator confirms your seats. We email you a secure payment link for the total in AED, and your booking is complete when it is paid. To pay in instalments, say so in your booking notes.
Is the price per person?
Yes. Prices are per person sharing a double or twin room. Travelling alone? A single room costs the supplement shown next to each date.
Are flights included?
Only when the tour lists them under what is included. We can book flights from the UAE to the start city and home from the end city with your tour.
Do I need a visa?
That depends on your passport and the countries on the route. Our visa team arranges Schengen and other visas for UAE residents, and can apply for yours once the tour is booked.
Payment plans
Pay over time, at 0% interest
Every booking qualifies, from holidays and tours to visas. Pay later with a credit card instalment plan or a buy-now-pay-later account; some banks charge a one-time processing fee.
- Credit card plans from AED 1,000
- Tabby and Tamara, no minimum
- Terms from 3 to 12 months
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Credit cards, from AED 1,000
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