Victoria Falls Tours from Johannesburg
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- 12 Day | Victoria Falls, Chobe, Kruger NP & Cape Town (South Africa)
- Exploring South Africa, Victoria Falls & Botswana (Johannesburg to Cape Town) (2025)
- 3 Day Victoria Falls Tour from Johanensburg
- Essential Botswana
- Real Southern Africa (13 destinations)
- 7 Day | Victoria Falls, Chobe National Park, and Johannesburg
- Okavango Experience
- Explore Southern Africa
- Big Five and The Mighty Falls: South Africa & Zimbabwe
- Premium Southern Africa
12 Day | Victoria Falls, Chobe, Kruger NP & Cape Town (South Africa)
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Victoria Falls was beautiful. We saw so many animals at a close distance.”
Nancy, traveled in October
The trip connects Johannesburg's Garden Court Hotel to Victoria Falls' Shearwater Explorers Village. The itinerary includes Zambezi River excursions and Victoria Falls town visits before heading to Chobe National Park, covering 300km through Zimbabwe's landscapes.
Duration 12 days Destinations South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana Age Range 2 to 99 year olds Operator Timeline Travel DMC From $8,225
15% Off- NZ$6,991You save $1,234
Exploring South Africa, Victoria Falls & Botswana (Johannesburg to Cape Town) (2025)
14 Reviews by TourRadar travelersDuration 15 days Destinations South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Collette From $10,499
5% Off- NZ$9,999+$1,400 upfront costsYou save $500
A direct flight connects Johannesburg's OR Tambo International Airport to Victoria Falls. The UNESCO site sits 1,100 kilometers northeast of Johannesburg, with transfers to Cresta Spray View Hotel inside Victoria Falls National Park included. Round-trip flights and hotel transfers provide seamless travel.
Duration 3 days Destinations Johannesburg, Victoria Falls Age Range 2 to 99 year olds Operator Africa Moja Tours & Transfers From
5% Off- NZ$2,602
Essential Botswana
13 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Really enjoyed their company, always willing to help and very informative of schedule, places to get money etc.”
Becky, traveled in January
Duration 9 days Destinations South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From
5% Off- NZ$2,115
The trip runs from Johannesburg through Botswana to Victoria Falls. Stops include Victoria Falls Wildlife Trust and local brewery tours. You can choose helicopter flights ($150-280) and sunset cruises. The falls are within walking distance, offering multiple viewing points.
Duration 17 days Destinations South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From
5% Off- NZ$3,715
Your journey starts at O.R. Tambo International Airport with flights to Victoria Falls Airport. The route continues to Chobe National Park by road, finishing at Johannesburg's Protea Hotel. All transfers and specified flights connect three countries seamlessly.
Duration 7 days Destinations South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana Age Range 6 to 99 year olds Operator Timeline Travel DMC From $4,985
15% Off- NZ$4,237You save $748
Okavango Experience
61 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The trip of a lifetime. Saw many animals, one of the many highlights was the polers!”
Chern, traveled in August
This 10-day adventure runs from Johannesburg through Botswana to Victoria Falls National Park. Game drives, river safaris, and optional helicopter flights (USD150-280) over the falls await. Comfortable overland vehicles traverse approximately 2,500km.
Duration 10 days Destinations South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $3,190
20% Off- NZ$2,552You save $638
Explore Southern Africa
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“All the game drives have been adventurous. Especially the trips to Okavango Delta, Chobe and Motopos were truly memorable.”
Joanne, traveled in January
The route leads from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls' thundering waters with optional helicopter flights. Wildlife viewing in Hwange National Park includes a stop at the Painted Dog Conservation Centre before reaching the falls' 108-meter curtain of water.
Duration 18 days Destinations South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $6,260
15% Off- NZ$5,321You save $939
Journey from Johannesburg through Victoria Falls National Park, featuring the Devil's Cataract viewpoint and largest baobab tree viewing. Experience guided waterfall tours and Zambezi River sunset cruises before flying to Cape Town via Victoria Falls Airport.
Duration 9 days Destinations Johannesburg, Hazyview, Victoria Falls, Cape Town Age Range 2 to 80 year olds Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From $6,977
10% Off- NZ$6,280You save $698
What people love about Victoria Falls Tours from Johannesburg
- 12 Day | Victoria Falls, Chobe, Kruger NP & Cape Town (South Africa)
Amazing experience in South Africa, with Big 5, natural wonders, and historic Cape Town. All guides are very professional, dedicated experts. Special thanks to tour operator Andrew for managing the tour at every step, providing help and answering any questions in real-time. Highly recommended especially if it's your first time visit to South Africa region.
- Okavango Experience (8 destinations)
This trip was AMAZING! Everything was well planned, and super exciting and adventurous.
- Explore Southern Africa
From the moment we left the first hotel the trip was just jammed packed with amazing experiences and wildlife. Absolutely amazing tour and our guides were awesome!!
What our customers ask about Victoria Falls Tours from Johannesburg
What's the typical length of tours starting in Johannesburg to Victoria Falls?
Tours connecting these two iconic destinations take between 7 and 15 days with most travelers choosing either week-long or two-week trips. Timeline Travel DMC runs a concentrated 7-day wildlife tour while Collette offers a more expansive 15-day journey that includes stays at upscale properties like The Wallow in Victoria Falls and Chobe Marina Lodge. According to a recent TourRadar traveler: "The best trip EVER. Three nights in every place was perfect as we were not rushed to go from one place to the other."
What wildlife can I expect to see between Johannesburg and Victoria Falls?
The route presents excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five in Kruger National Park along with frequent sightings of hippos and crocodiles near the Zambezi River. Chobe National Park which is often part of these itineraries holds the largest concentration of elephants in Africa. One TourRadar traveler recently reported: "Between Kruger and Victoria Falls we saw over 40 elephants countless hippos and even a leopard lounging in a tree."
What are the most common starting points for tours in Johannesburg?
Tours typically depart from OR Tambo International Airport or hotels in the Rosebank and Sandton districts. Common meeting points include the Peermont D'oreale Grande Hotel near the airport and Holiday Inn Rosebank in central Johannesburg. A TourRadar traveler shared their experience: "The pickup from OR Tambo was seamless and our guide was waiting for us with clear signage."
What's the best time of year to visit Victoria Falls from Johannesburg?
The dry season from June through August offers optimal viewing conditions with moderate water levels at Victoria Falls. February to May brings peak water flow which can limit visibility while November and December see minimal water levels. According to a TourRadar traveler: "We visited in July and had perfect viewing conditions at the falls with rainbow formations visible in the morning light."
How much spending money should I budget for a Johannesburg to Victoria Falls tour?
Daily expenses of $100-150 cover most meals not included optional activities and souvenirs. Popular add-ons include Victoria Falls entrance fees ($30-50) helicopter flights ($150-280) and sunset cruises ($45-75). As one TourRadar traveler suggests: "Budget extra for the helicopter flight over Victoria Falls - it's expensive at 150 USD but absolutely worth it for the incredible aerial views."
What accommodation options are available on these tours?
Lodging ranges from high-end safari lodges to well-appointed hotels. Most tours use properties like The Kingdom Hotel or A'Zambezi River Lodge in Victoria Falls and Mdluli Safari Lodge near Kruger. A TourRadar traveler shared this insight: "We loved our stay at Victoria Falls Safari Lodge - the rooms had amazing views of the waterhole where we could watch wildlife from our balcony."
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