9-Day Kruger And Zimbabwe Itinerary | Big 5 & Victoria Falls

An unforgettable African honeymoon or romantic getaway awaits you on this five-star safari through South Africa’s Kruger National Park and the uncharted Malilangwe region of Zimbabwe. Indulge in exquisite cuisine in opulent settings while you embark on an exclusive and tailored safari experience.

The Kruger’s Sabi Sands Game Reserve is a great place to start because of its stellar reputation for leopard sightings and other Big 5 sightings. Staying the night in Johannesburg gives you the option to either explore the ‘City of Gold’ or relax at the hotel with a meal at Chaîne des Rôtisseurs. In the last stage, you’ll visit Malilangwe animals Reserve, a relatively uncharted area of Zimbabwe’s enormous wildness. Here, you’ll be enchanted by the friendly locals, the beautiful scenery, and the exciting opportunities to see large animals up close.

During your 9-Day Kruger And Zimbabwe Itinerary, you’ll have the opportunity to stay in luxurious accommodations and be entertained by renowned safari personalities (and maybe even play a round of golf!). You will be staying in the same Johannesburg hotel as Nelson Mandela did while he was penning his autobiography, and you will be able to spend more time watching the game because all of your transfers will be by air.

A Detailed 9-Day Kruger And Zimbabwe Itinerary | Big 5 & Victoria Falls

Days 1-4: Exclusive Safari in the Sabi Sands | 3 Nights

The 9-Day Kruger And Zimbabwe journey to the Singita Airstrip starts at Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport, where a shared small aircraft will transport you. After you touch down, you’ll be whisked away to the spotless Singita Ebony Lodge, where you’ll spend the following three nights.

One of the top private wildlife reserves in the larger Kruger region, Sabi Sands Game Reserve is home to Ebony Lodge. Experience the epitome of luxury safaris at Sabi Sands, where you can be sure of unparalleled pampering, outstanding service, and unsurpassed game watching without the crowds. The Big Five can often be seen in the same day, and the reserve is teeming with a wide range of animals, including antelope, wild dogs, hyenas, hippos, and cheetahs.

Dawn safaris, during when animals are most active, and romantic picnic breakfasts in picturesque locales are best enjoyed in the early morning. During the warmest part of the day, unwind in your private plunge pool, indulge in a spa treatment like a massage or hydrotherapy, or peruse the art gallery and boutique. Feeling refreshed and ready to conquer the day, you get on your 4×4 in the afternoon’s gentle rays or, later on, when the nighttime animals emerge from their hiding places. The lodge’s magnificent dining room, decorated in gold and black with an African motif, is the perfect setting for a romantic candlelit meal when you return.

Days 4 – 5: Check into the Saxon | 1 Nights

Get back to Johannesburg from your safari in the Kruger and Sabi Sands by taking a shared light aircraft ride to OR Tambo. Upon your arrival, a chauffeur will be waiting with an SUV to whisk you away to the posh Sandhurst neighbourhood. Stay in the lap of luxury at the Saxon Hotel Villas & Spa, widely considered to be the most elegant and opulent hotel in town. Here, notable figures like the late Nelson Mandela—who wrote his autobiography, Long Walk to Freedom—spent many a night.

Immerse yourself in the tranquillity of one of the most dynamic and intriguing landscapes in Africa from your lovely and elegant luxury suite. The Saxon’s restaurants represent the highest level of fine dining in the nation, and the hotel is a member of the prestigious Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, a worldwide organization that promotes the best in cuisine and wine. A whisky bar, multiple huge pools, a spacious gym and a spa are all available.

Original artwork and sculpture adorn the walls of The Saxon, which is decorated in wheat and gold tones and features a gigantic ostrich-egg chandelier that commands attention in the entryway. This peaceful enclave is the perfect place to relax before continuing your adventure.

Days 5 – 9: The Magic of Malilangwe | 4 Nights

After your private SUV drops you off at the airport, you can take a direct flight to Zimbabwe’s Buffalo Range International Airport. Location: Singita Pamushana, 100 000-acre Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve; accessible by road transfer. As you enter the main lodge at Pamushana, you’ll be greeted by a stunning infinity pool that looks out over Malilangwe Lake. Stepping out onto the viewing deck, you’ll be met with a breathtaking view that has remained unchanged for centuries: mountains, rocky outcrops, huge baobab trees, and thousands of acacia trees dot the landscape, creating an atmosphere of tranquillity and peace all over the lodge.

The Malilangwe region is home to a wide variety of animals, including the black rhino, sable antelope, and uncommon roan antelope. The Big Five are very likely to be visible, and birdwatchers can observe fourteen different kinds of African raptors. Game drives throughout the morning, afternoon, and evening are all part of a safari, and you might even get out of the car to go on foot in search of a white rhino. You can spend the whole afternoon trailing a leopard as it ambles through the forest because sightings at this property are neither rushed or scheduled because of its exclusivity.

Explorations to a neighbouring 9-hole golf course and tours of San rock art that dates back 2,000 years are two more enjoyable options. Your Southern African safari comes to a close after four nights at Pamushana Lodge. Return to Johannesburg’s Or Tambo International Airport for your next flight after a transfer to Buffalo Range International Airport.

End of the 9-Day Kruger And Zimbabwe Itinerary | Big 5 & Victoria Falls

Inclusions

  • Meals:
    Singita Ebony Lodge : Fully Inclusive (All Meals, Selected Beverages)
    Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa : Bed & Breakfast
    Singita Pamushana Lodge : Fully Inclusive (All Meals, Selected Beverages)
  • All necessary permits, conservancy and park fees
  • All activities specified, including morning and evening game drives each full day on safari
  • 24/7 assistance and support during your trip

Exclusions

  • Your international flights to and from Africa + any related taxes
  • Any travel visas you require (though we help you with this)
  • Tips
  • Personal items (eg. travel insurance, souvenirs)