18 Day - Cape Town, Johannesburg, Kruger & Victoria Falls Tour

Amani Spa offers a diverse range of bespoke treatments and is famous for creating exceptional spa experiences. The spa boasts 11 luxurious Treatment Rooms, a Rasul Chamber, Salt Room and Unisex Hair Salon. The Sauna, Gym and Heated Vitality Pool (for 16 years and older) are complimentary to our in-house guests.

Cycle along the Sea Point Promenade and enjoy ocean views and fresh air whilst exploring.

Across all of Kapama’s lodges, two daily game drives are offered and are included in the tariff. Accompanied by a skilled ranger and tracker, guests can expect to encounter a diverse range of animal and bird species on game drives. Since this is a Big Five reserve, seeing lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo is possible over a two-day safari in Kapama Private Game Reserve.

The day starts with an early wake-up call between 5am and 5:30am. Tea, coffee and rusks are enjoyed together before heading out at first light. While seeing big game is always exhilarating, there are many other smaller species that are also captivating, and birding enthusiasts will be delighted at the approximately 350 species of birds recorded on the reserve. Halfway through the game drive, there’s a stop for hot drinks and snacks, before returning to the lodge at around 9am for a full breakfast. Throughout the day, it’s likely you will see wildlife around the lodge - nyala antelope and vervet monkeys are frequent visitors, though seeing some of the Big Five is also not uncommon.

At around 3:30pm, everyone gathers for a decadent high tea, before heading out with your ranger and tracker for the afternoon game drive through the reserve. En route, you’ll stop for a sundowner drink and will have a chance to stretch your legs as you watch the sun set over the distant peaks of the Drakensberg mountains.

As darkness falls, the nocturnal animals of the bush come out. The skilled tracker will scan the landscape using a spotlight, which illuminates animals’ eyes. A variety of completely different species can be seen on the night drive back to the lodge. Arrival is at the lodge is usually around 7pm, allowing time to freshen up before enjoying a sumptuous dinner.

Credit: Kapama River Game Reserve

Credit: Kapama River Game Reserve

Credit: Kapama River Game Reserve

Kapama Game Drive Credit: Kapama River Game Reserve

Kapama Game Drive Credit: Kapama River Game Reserve

Kapama Game Drive Credit: Kapama River Game Reserve

Kapama Game Drive Credit: Kapama River Game Reserve

Feel Africa underfoot on a guided bush walk with a highly trained game ranger. The experience offers an intimate encounter with nature and wildlife, and medicinal and other plants are identified en route.

Rangers also teach walkers to track wildlife in the traditional way, using animal footprints and scat. Expert trackers are able to tell the gender of many animals just from their footprints. Large and dangerous animals are avoided on walks, but many other species can be viewed from a safe distance at ground level. A bush walk through Kapama Private Game Reserve is a truly memorable and authentic encounter.

Bush walk Credit: Kapama River Game Reserve

Bush walk Credit: Kapama River Game Reserve

Bush walk Credit: Kapama River Game Reserve

Surrounded by stillness and sweeping bushveld, the Kapama Wellness Centre takes safari spa treatments to new heights. Considered one of the finest safari spas in Africa, the six sumptuous treatment rooms are arranged around a generous central lap pool that evokes a sense of calm.

While Dermalogica and Matisse products are used in the spa, five uniquely created African-inspired treatments are also on the menu to provide rejuvenation and complete relaxation. Soak up the signature four-hour Marula Miracle Moments - which includes a body wrap, facial, massage and more - or opt for other enticingly named treatments such as the Kapama Pinotage Bliss, which uses vine-infused products, or the Marula Sensual Steam Treatment. Various treatments are also available to couples. The luxury safari spa treatment menu includes a full range of body and beauty treatments.

Highly trained and experienced beauty therapists remain abreast of global treatment trends, while giving them a uniquely African twist for Kapama’s Wellness Centre. After your treatment, take a swim in the lap pool or relax under bushveld skies before heading back to your luxury game lodge accommodation.

Alternatively, if you’d like to work up a sweat, the state-of-the-art mini gym is fully equipped. There is both cardio and weight-lifting equipment, depending on if you want to tone or build muscle. What is guaranteed is that a visit to the Wellness Centre will energise and uplift you for the day.

River Lodge Spa Credit: Kapama Private Game Reserve

River Lodge Spa Credit: Kapama Private Game Reserve

River Lodge Spa Credit: Kapama Private Game Reserve

River Lodge Spa Credit: Kapama Private Game Reserve

River Lodge Spa Credit: Kapama Private Game Reserve

The Kapama Romantic Sleep-out offers a million-star overnight experience. Sleeping in the open air on the reserve, elevated high above the ground under the African night sky, is a uniquely romantic experience. A raised platform is evocatively furnished with an oversized bed festooned in white linen and billowing mosquito netting. It’s completely safe, while being surrounded by only wilderness and wildlife. The experience is guaranteed to take your breath away.

You’ll arrive before sunset to watch the changing colours of evening and sip a sundowner. The African bush fairytale continues with a five-course dinner served to you by a personal chef at an intimate table for two on the platform. Or you can enjoy dinner at the lodge and arrive at your romantic sleep-out venue afterwards. By night, it will be encircled by a ring of golden lantern light.

The platform and luxury bathroom underneath are both animalproof, but both a two-way radio and cellular phone are supplied for additional peace of mind. With a flush toilet, shower and his and hers basins, the bathroom has all comforts catered for.

Your private night in the African bush continues until after dawn, when you will call your ranger by radio to transfer you back to your lodge. An appointed pick-up time may also be arranged in advance.

Sleep Out platform Credit: Kapama Private Game Reserve

Sleep Out platform Credit: Kapama Private Game Reserve

Kapama Private Game Reserve is delighted to host world-class photographic training by a leading South African wildlife photographer - hands-on in the African bush.

Kapama Private Game Reserve is offering this three-night photographic workshop package at its four diverse luxurious safari lodges. Hosted by professional wildlife photographer Albie Venter, the workshop is aimed at beginner and intermediate photographers. It also aims to bring together like-minded people who enjoy both nature and photography. During the workshop, you will learn everything from operating a camera to how to compose and spot evocative photographs. You will also be able to put your newly acquired knowledge into action, and hone your skills during private game drives through the bush.

Whether you have never picked up a camera before or just want to learn to use the one you have better, the emphasis of the weekend is on learning both the technical and artistic sides of photography in a relaxing natural environment. All appropriate genres of photography will be discussed, and the theoretical aspects will be taught during two sessions hosted in the lodge conference room. The six game drives during the weekend are aimed at putting knowledge into practice, with guidance from the professional photographer on your vehicle. Groups are kept small to ensure personal attention. A maximum of six people are accommodated on the game drive vehicle, to ensure all participants have ‘window’ seats.

This photographic can be customised for any number of days. Kapama is happy to quote on and accommodate specific guest requirements.

Two complimentary game drives (morning and evening) are offered to guests daily.

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The Riverside Dining Experience offers authentic African-style barbeque dining within an unparalleled setting on the edge of the Zambezi River. The diverse menu includes traditional Zimbabwean specialities, fresh salads and flavour-filled side options. Includes a 3-course BBQ dinner with a welcome drink and traditional entertainment. Available throughout the year at the Palm River Hotel, weather permitting. Cash bar available.

Available for individuals and small groups staying at any hotel inVictoria Falls.

Riverside Dining - river view Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Riverside Dining - Traditional entertainment Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Riverside Dining - Traditional entertainment Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Riverside Dining - table set up Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Riverside Dining - table set up Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Riverside Dining - table set up Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Riverside Dining - table set up Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Riverside Dining Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Riverside Dining - bbq Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

BBQ Buffet - sides Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Riverside Dining Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Riverside Dining - evening view Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Experience gourmet dining in Victoria Falls at the top-rated Cassia Restaurant. Centrally located only minutes from the Victoria Falls at Ilala Lodge Hotel. The Cassia restaurant offers a delicious breakfast buffet, lunch and al fresco evening dining under the starry African sky.

The Cassia Restaurant delivers an unmatched menu, paired with an extensive wine list comprised of carefully selected wines from South Africa’s top vineyards. The calming and tranquil ambience is further complemented by the gentle rumble of Victoria Falls in the background. A truly unforgettable dining experience not to be missed

Cassia Restaurant Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Cassia Fistula Trees Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Vic Falls spray in background - Cassia Restaurant Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Restaurant (Refurb 2025) Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Breakfast Buffet - Restaurant (Refurb 2025) Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Restaurant (Refurb 2025) Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Evening Dining - Under starry sky Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Restaurant and Pools Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

You know what they say about the early bird? If you are a passionate birdwatcher, don’t miss out on this river cruise! Keen bird lovers will delight in marking off their sightings in the birding booklet provided on board while enjoying a delicious continental breakfast including fruit platters, fresh pastries and a variety of cheeses and biscuits. Rare birds such as the African Pitta and the Narina Trogon have been sighted here, as well as hundreds of other bird species. The knowledgeable and experienced guides conduct these early morning river cruises.

Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Enjoy freshly brewed coffee and a continental breakfast as you cruise up the Zambezi River towards Kandahar Island while enjoying the sounds of the diverse birdlife and the African bush come to life in the early morning. Breakfast includes freshly baked pieces of bread and pastries, fresh fruit platters, jams, yoghurts and cheeses as well as an assortment of teas and coffee.

Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

Sit back and relax while sipping a cold drink and enjoying a few quiet hours along the banks of the Zambezi River. Our lunch buffet includes cold meats, fresh salads and a wide selection of biscuits and cheeses, all catered by the award-winning Palm Restaurant at Ilala Lodge Hotel. The fully stocked bar is available throughout the cruise and the attentive crew is at your service.

Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel

There simply is not a better way to enjoy the dazzling African sunset than from the comfort of a Ra-Ikane boat on a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. Our ever-popular sunset cruise offers a unique way to explore the channels of the river and to get an up-close view of the pristine wilderness and African game along its banks. Enjoy an array of canapés, a full bar and a charming crew who can impart a bit of interesting Victoria Falls history with you on board the Ra-Ikane.

Credit: Ilala Lodge Hotel