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South Africa Wilderness & Eco-Lodge Trips

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Experience the remote wilderness of South Africa on one of the 5 exceptional wilderness lodge and eco-lodge adventures below.  Travel to the remote corners of South Africa visiting Johannesburg, Cape Town, Kruger National Park, Greater Kruger National Park, and One&Only Cape Town as you experience untouched nature and wildlife. The below trips featuring South Africa lodges allow you to enjoy Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Urban Exploration, Land & Sea Exploration, and Local Market Visits, and they range in price from $14,828 to $28,576 for journeys of 12 to 17 days in 2026. Tell us about your ideal lodge experience in South Africa and our team of South Africa travel planners will help you to start planning your trip. 

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Sunset over Century City, Capetown
from $25,979
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Luxury South Africa and Botswana Safari

14 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Johannesburg's art
  • Visit Constitution Hill
  • Discover Tswalu Kalahari
  • Enjoy game viewing in Savute region
  • Explore the Okavango Delta
  • Seek out Africa's Big 5 on safari
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Johannesburg / Duba Plains Camp
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Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing, Urban Exploration
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Easy Active
On this 14-day luxury safari adventure through South Africa and Botswana, begin your journey in Johannesburg. Experience thrilling game drives in Kruger National Park and Sabi Sands, home to Africa's Big 5. Discover the Northern Cape's rugged beauty, the vast Tswalu Kalahari plains, and much more.
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A variety of wildlife in Africa.
from $17,520
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Stars of South Africa

Cape Town to Johannesburg - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Tour famous wineries
  • Take a cable car ride
  • Drive through Chobe National Park
  • Experience the local culture
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Cape Town / Johannesburg
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Wine Tasting
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Variable
This two-week adventure combines a stay in Cape Town, a river cruise aboard the Zambezi Queen, and a stay in the private Tintswalo Atlantic game lodge. Experience the best of South Africa with the opportunity to visit national parks, take game drives, and visit Victoria Falls, all in one itinerary!
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A herd of elephants of all sizes make their way across the valley.
from $16,145
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Wildlife and the Falls

Roundtrip Johannesburg - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Cruise along Botswana’s Chobe River
  • Spot wildlife in Chobe Park
  • Witness majestic Victoria Falls
  • Explore historic Soweto sites
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Johannesburg / Johannesburg
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Village Visits, Land & Sea Exploration
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day river cruise with stays in Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, and Kruger Park aboard the Zambezi Queen. Enjoy wildlife adventures in Chobe National Park and thrilling game drives in Greater Kruger while ticking the “Big Five” off your bucket list.
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Table Mountain and Cape Town Harbour, South Africa
from $14,829
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Cape and Delta Luxury Safari

12 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the Northern Cape
  • Discover Tswalu Kalahari
  • Visit vibrant Cape Town
  • Enjoy game viewing in Savute region
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Johannesburg / Belmond Eagle Island Lodge
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Local Market Visits
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Easy Active
On this 12-day luxury safari adventure tour through Southern Africa, discover the vast Tswalu Kalahari and the vibrant city of Cape Town. Explore the wildlife-rich Savute region and the intricate wetlands of the Okavango Delta. Enjoy game drives, boat excursions, and guided walks, experiencing diverse wildlife and breathtaking scenery.
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A Maasai warrior walks across the African bush
from $20,770
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Golden Trails of Africa

Johannesburg - Arusha - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Zambezi Queen
  • Take a safari in search of wildlife
  • Discover Ngorongoro’s vast crater
  • Explore vibrant Soweto’s history
  • Spot Big Five in Serengeti
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Johannesburg / Arusha
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Variable
Embark on a 17-day cruise with stays in Johannesburg, Victoria Falls, and Tanzania aboard the Zambezi Queen. Enjoy thrilling safaris, visit Victoria Falls, explore Tanzania’s wildlife, and search for the Big Five in the Serengeti.
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