Kruger, Victoria Falls and Hwange Safari Itinerary
3 Nights Hideaways Amava River Lodge, Greater Kruger | 1 Night Casterbridge Hollow, White River | 2 nights Ilala Lodge, Victoria Falls | 3 Nights Hideaways Nantwich Lodge, Hwange
This Big 5 safari begins with the Greater Kruger and ends in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
Greater Kruger
The Greater Kruger region is a vast and ecologically rich safari destination where private game reserves like Balule share unfenced borders with Kruger National Park, allowing wildlife to move freely across one of Africa’s largest protected areas. Northern Balule Game Reserve offers a raw and remote safari experience, with low tourist density, off-road game drives, and incredible wildlife encounters in a rugged, untamed landscape.
Victoria Falls
This small town is a hub for visitors from across the world who come to Zimbabwe to see the spectacular Victoria Falls. It’s also the departure point for a host of adrenaline-pumping Victoria Falls adventure activities.
Panorama Route
The Panorama Route is one of South Africa’s most scenic and iconic drives, winding through the dramatic landscapes of Mpumalanga’s Drakensberg escarpment. Known for its sweeping views, deep canyons, and cascading waterfalls, it offers a striking contrast to the bushveld of nearby Kruger. This route showcases some of the country’s most photographed natural landmarks, including God’s Window, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and the Blyde River Canyon.
Hwange National Park
Hwange National Park shines as one of Zimbabwe’s most remarkable wilderness spots, with an incredible variety of animals waiting to greet you. It’s home to one of the largest elephant populations in the world, as well as special creatures like wild dogs, black rhinos, and roan antelope, it’s a true paradise for nature lovers.
