Cape Town to Victoria Falls Tours

What our customers ask about Cape Town to Victoria Falls Tours

• What are the most common routes and stops between Cape Town and Victoria Falls?

  The route between Cape Town and Victoria Falls takes travelers through some of Africa's most distinctive landscapes. The journey typically begins in Cape Town then moves through Namibia with stops at Fish River Canyon Sossusvlei in the Namib Desert Swakopmund and Etosha National Park. The path continues into Botswana where travelers explore the Okavango Delta and Chobe National Park before reaching Victoria Falls. Accommodations vary from places like the Waterberg Guest Farm in Namibia to Sedia Hotel in Maun. As noted by a TourRadar traveler: "The diversity of landscapes and wildlife viewing opportunities made every stop unique and memorable."

• What is the typical length of tours from Cape Town to Victoria Falls?

  Most tours span 18 to 23 days with 21 days being the standard duration. The journey covers four countries: South Africa Namibia Botswana and Zimbabwe. Each destination offers distinct experiences from the towering dunes of Sossusvlei to the wildlife-rich plains of Etosha National Park. Travelers stay at various properties including the Breakwater Lodge in Cape Town and tented camps in the Okavango Delta. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "This tour encompasses 4 countries' cultural wildlife and natural highlights with several long drive days but worth it for the amazing moments."

• What wildlife can I expect to see during a Cape Town to Victoria Falls tour?

  The route offers frequent encounters with Africa's "Big Five" - lion leopard elephant rhino and buffalo. Beyond these signature species travelers regularly spot hippos crocodiles various antelope species zebras giraffes and numerous bird species. Prime wildlife viewing occurs in Kruger National Park Chobe National Park and the Okavango Delta. As one TourRadar reviewer shared: "The wildlife viewing was incredible - from elephants in Chobe to lions in Kruger every day brought new and exciting animal sightings."

• What is the average price I can expect to pay for a Cape Town to Victoria Falls tour?

  Tours range from USD 2500 to USD 12000 based on comfort level and duration. Budget-conscious travelers can join camping tours starting at USD 3400 for 20 days while upscale experiences like Scenic's 12-day lodge tour costs around USD 10295. Prices generally cover accommodation most meals game drives park fees and transportation. As one TourRadar traveler mentioned about the Nomad Africa camping tour: "Great value considering all the destinations and activities included over the 20 days."

• What are the transportation methods used between Cape Town and Victoria Falls?

  The journey combines travel in specialized overland vehicles with occasional flights between major points. Most tours use custom-built 12-25 seater trucks equipped with large windows for optimal wildlife viewing. Some segments such as Cape Town to Kruger National Park or Windhoek to Victoria Falls are covered by short flights. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The overland truck was comfortable and provided excellent game viewing opportunities."

• What would a typical day-by-day itinerary look like from Cape Town to Victoria Falls?

  The journey begins with 2-3 days in Cape Town exploring the city and Table Mountain. The route then heads north through Namibia allocating 2 days at Fish River Canyon 2-3 days in the Namib Desert and Sossusvlei 2 days in Swakopmund and 2-3 days in Etosha National Park. In Botswana travelers spend 2-3 days in the Okavango Delta and 2 days at Chobe National Park before concluding with 2 days at Victoria Falls. As shared by a TourRadar traveler: "Each day brought new adventures and spectacular sights from desert dunes to lush deltas and finally the mighty Victoria Falls."