August 6, 2025/
Helicopter Flights Over Victoria Falls – The Flight of Angels Experience Victoria Falls from the sky – where words fall...
Route: Cape Town to Victoria Falls
An unforgettable cross-border adventure through Zimbabwe, Botswana, South Africa, Eswatini, and Mozambique.
From roaring waterfalls and ancient ruins to tropical beaches and wildlife-rich game parks, this overland journey offers it all.
This journey offers an unforgettable road trip through the heart of Southern Africa. From the dramatic coastline and winelands of South Africa to the wild dunes of Namibia, the wildlife of Botswana, and finally, the thundering Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe – this route delivers diverse landscapes, thrilling experiences, and rich cultural encounters.
Expect desert adventures, canyon views, game drives, mokoro trips, river cruises, and optional adrenaline activities. All in a well-paced itinerary suitable for both first-time and seasoned African travellers.
Countries Visited: South Africa → Namibia → Botswana → Zimbabwe
Start: Cape Town, South Africa
End: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Depart Cape Town, quick stop for Table Mountain views, then a scenic drive to the Cederberg. Visit a traditional “padstal” for local treats. Learn about the Rooibos tea bush and enjoy your first night under African skies.
Travel through Namaqualand’s desert landscapes. Stop in Springbok before reaching your riverside camp. In spring, wildflowers dot the arid terrain.
Optional canoe trip on the Gariep (Orange) River. Afternoon drive inland to the mighty Fish River Canyon – Africa’s largest. Short walk along the canyon rim before heading to Keetmanshoop.
Explore the Quiver Tree Forest and Giants Playground. Long scenic drive into the Namib Desert, through vast, arid farmland. Overnight near the dune fields.
Free day to relax or explore the desert on foot. Optional self-guided hikes available.
Early start into Namib-Naukluft National Park. Climb Dune 45, visit Sossusvlei and Deadvlei via 4×4 transfer. End the day at Sesriem Canyon before a peaceful desert night.
Final desert morning excursion with a local guide. Cross the Tropic of Capricorn, then journey to Swakopmund on the coast. Book optional adventures and enjoy dinner in town.
Free day to explore the town. Choose from adrenaline activities, beach strolls, or local coffee shops. A perfect mix of rest and excitement.
Drive north to Brandberg Mountain. Take a nature walk to see the 2,000-year-old White Lady rock painting.
Continue to Etosha – Namibia’s top game park. First taste of safari as you enter the reserve.
Full day game viewing around the Etosha Pan. Expect lions, elephants, giraffes, and more.
Morning at leisure. Afternoon game drive as you head to a new camp within the park.
Travel northeast to the Kavango River for a peaceful riverside overnight stop.
Morning boat cruise on the Kavango River. Cross into Botswana and head to Maun, gateway to the Okavango Delta.
Optional scenic flight over the Delta. Transfer by safari vehicle to rustic fly camp. Afternoon mokoro canoe trip (seasonal).
Full-day 4×4 game drive through Moremi. Rich in wildlife and varied ecosystems.
Depart Khwai early, reconnect with main truck in Maun, then head east past salt pans to Nata.
Morning visit to Nata pans (birding). Drive to Kasane. Afternoon Chobe River sunset cruise – a safari highlight.
Cross the border into Zimbabwe. Visit Victoria Falls at your leisure. Optional adrenaline activities available.
Tour ends after breakfast. Free day for optional activities: bungee, rafting, helicopter flights or relaxing in town.
Cederberg Region, South Africa – Scenic drive through rooibos country
Namaqualand, South Africa – Wildflowers in bloom (seasonal)
Orange River, Namibia – Canoeing adventure on a peaceful stretch of river
Fish River Canyon, Namibia – Africa’s second-largest canyon with dramatic viewpoints
Sossusvlei & Deadvlei, Namibia – Sunrise at towering red dunes and haunting white clay pan
Swakopmund, Namibia – Beach town charm and adrenaline activities (quad biking, sandboarding, skydiving)
Brandberg, Namibia – Hike to see the famous White Lady rock painting
Etosha National Park, Namibia – Big game viewing around the massive salt pan
Okavango Delta, Botswana – Mokoro canoe trip and fly camp experience
Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana – Full-day 4×4 game drive in diverse ecosystems
Chobe National Park, Botswana – Sunset cruise with close-up views of elephants and hippos
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe – World Wonder and adventure capital of Africa
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