South Africa
Victoria Falls & Chobe National Park
22 Days
Departs October 20, 2027
Book Early and Save $500 per person
Max 25 Travellers
Moderately Challenging
The World in One Country
South Africa is blessed with a diversity of climates, geographies, wildlife, and cultural heritage unmatched anywhere else. Discover new and exciting vistas each day: from the rolling pasturelands of Mpumalanga to the stunning Garden Route. This small-group experience, limited to just 25 passengers, offers endless varieties of game and bird life, miles of golden sand beaches, quaint country towns, modern thriving cities, and much more. Plus, enjoy two nights in Kruger National Park in South Africa and Chobe National Park in Botswana.
Alternate Departures:
October 19, 2026
February 4, 2027
March 4, 2027
Tour Highlights
- PRIVATE SAFARI & GAME DRIVES - Stay near Kruger’s Paul Kruger Gate and inside Chobe National Park, with access to land and water game drives. Together with Mkuze, these reserves offer excellent opportunities to encounter the Big Five.
- UNESCO & NATURAL WONDERS - Visit Kirstenbosch, part of the UNESCO-listed Cape Floral Region, plus World Heritage Sites iSimangaliso Wetland Park and Victoria Falls. See Blyde River Canyon, one of the world’s largest green canyons.
- CULTURAL ENCOUNTERS - Tour Soweto and the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg, cross into the Kingdom of Eswatini and enjoy a traditional Zulu dance performance in Zululand.
- CAPE & GARDEN ROUTE - Ascend Table Mountain, taste wine in Stellenbosch, explore the Cango Caves and ostrich farms of Oudtshoorn in the Little Karoo, and visit Birds of Eden near Knysna.
Inclusive Features
- International and domestic flights, plus airport transfers, with air-inclusive packages
- Carefully selected accommodation as listed, or similar
- All sightseeing and entrance fees as described
- Meals - B: BREAKFAST (19) L: LUNCH (10) D: DINNER (11)
- Dedicated journey leaders, national guides, and local specialists where applicable
- All gratuities, surcharges, fees, and taxes
- International eSIM to keep you connected
- Visa support for Canadian citizens as required
- Free insurance quote (contact us for details)
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Tour Cost in Canadian Dollars Per Person
Land only* (Join/Leave at hotel)
$14,645
Toronto
$16,845
Montreal / Ottawa
$16,995
Halifax / St. John’s / Moncton / Winnipeg
$17,145
Regina / Saskatoon
$17,215
Calgary / Edmonton / Vancouver
$17,145
Victoria
$17,215
Single Supplement
$3,345
Payment and Booking Terms
Deposit is $900 per person
Final payment is due July 15, 2027
*Land only price includes all domestic flights but excludes international air. Land only members join at the Cape Town hotel and leave at the Johannesburg airport. International flights and airport transfers are only included when booking air-inclusive. Airfare from other gateways is available on request. Airfares and air carriers are subject to change and will be confirmed prior to final payment. Refer to inclusive features for more details. Canadian passport holders require a visa for Zimbabwe, with further instructions to be provided prior to departure.
SMALL GROUP EXPERIENCE
LIMITED TO ONLY 25 TRAVELLERS
Tour price is based on sharing a twin-bedded room. Prices are based on a group of 20 travellers and on rates, taxes and fees effective August 2026 and are subject to change due to factors beyond our control. Group to be escorted with a minimum of 20 travellers.
Insurance is NOT INCLUDED but is highly recommended. Premiums are calculated based on the individual’s age, destination (country), trip length, and trip booking window – please contact our staff to receive a quote. Your coverage starts on the effective date of your confirmation of coverage. Please discuss your insurance coverage prior to booking. Refer to the enrollment form for terms and conditions.
Lori & Doug Patterson
Lori and Doug Patterson have more than 75 years of combined experience in the travel industry and a shared passion for helping others discover the world. Lori built her career in travel sales, marketing, and the cruise industry, while Doug specialized in guided vacations and taught travel and tourism at the college level. Passionate travellers themselves, they love exploring new destinations and sharing their knowledge and enthusiasm with fellow travellers. When at home, they enjoy golfing, skiing, and spending time around beautiful Georgian Bay.
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out some of our frequently asked questions before booking your journey.
- What are Craig Journeys all about?
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Our goal is to offer meaningful authentic experiences that inspire a deeper understanding of the world we inhabit. Through immersive sightseeing and engaging interactions with local people and cultural sites, we strive to foster a greater appreciation of our global community.
We go to great lengths to ensure the physical comfort of our members, providing excellent accommodations, delicious cuisine, comfortable transportation, and more. At the same time, we encourage them to embrace and engage with local customs.
- Why should I book with Craig Travel?
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All of our tours are carefully planned to provide a comfortable pace, quality accommodations, in-depth sightseeing, and fully inclusive pricing. We encourage you to compare our offerings with other tours available. Check to see exactly what is included and what extras you may be required to pay.
- What do you mean by 'Fully Inclusive' pricing?
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Almost all Craig Tours and Cruises include all prepaid costs, encompassing airfare and related taxes, hotel accommodations and/or cruise expenses with taxes and service fees, most meals as described for each departure, sightseeing with entrance fees, gratuities for included services (such as guides, drivers, hotel staff, porters), and even airport transfers. For those residing in southern Ontario, we provide transfers between your home and the airport in most areas, while other passengers receive a special credit or an overnight stay at an airport hotel, depending on the circumstances.
Not included in the published prices are personal services and items such as laundry, telephone calls, room service, and beverages with meals or otherwise (according to local customs; for example, beverages like water, tea, and coffee are typically not included in Europe except during breakfast). Shore excursions on ocean cruises are not included unless specified.
While taxes and fees are included in our prices, they always remain subject to change. Consequently, we may need to collect supplements to cover tax and fee increases that cannot be absorbed.
