7 Day Luxury Kruger Radisson & Ilala Lodge Victoria Falls 2026

Take a 07:00 shuttle from OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg to the Radisson Hotel in Hoedspruit. You will arrive in time for lunch around 12:30, and check-in by 14:00.

Your first excursion will be a 3-hour sunset drive in the Blue Canyon Reserve from 15:00. Experience an African sunset over the bushveld, with sundowners and snacks provided, before heading back to the hotel for dinner at 18:30.

Around 05:00, you'll set off for a full-day safari in the world-famous Kruger National Park, where you can experience a thrilling safari and see the Big 5 and other incredible wildlife.

After an exciting day, you will head back to the hotel for a restful evening and a delicious meal.

The Panorama Route refers to the escarpment in Mpumalanga Province, where the Drakensberg mountains separate the Highveld from the Lowveld.

On the route you will see stunning waterfalls, gorgeous vistas, and natural phenomena, such as the Blyde River Canyon, Bourke's Luck Potholes, and God's Window.

You also explore local towns and enjoy scenic viewpoints along the route. Alternatively, guests can opt for another full day Kruger safari instead of the Panorama Route tour.

On your last morning, you have the choice to stay at your hotel or take an optional 3-hour morning safari adventure (additional cost of R1350).

After a late breakfast you will take the shuttle back to OR Tambo International Airport where you will stay in the Intercontinental Hotel at the airport.

You will catch a flight from OR Tambo International to Victoria Falls where you will be met and transferred to Ilala Lodge.

After some time to relax, it is time for your sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River where you will experience the magic of a sunset painting the river in a kaleidoscope of colours while sipping sparkling wine before indulging in a gourmet dinner.

After dinner and docking, you will be transferred back to the lodge.

Today after breakfast, your guide will take you on a tour into the rainforest at the Falls' edge, concluded with lunch at the iconic Wild Horizons Lookout Café. Famed as the place where “casual dining is a decadent affair” you can enjoy delicious food, staggering views and exceptional service.

After lunch you are free to spend the afternoon shopping or enjoying some optional available activities like: ·A half-day safari adventure in either the Chobe National Park or the Zambezi River National Park.

·A helicopter flight over the falls ·A Bungee Jump from Victoria Falls Bridge ·A Tandem Gorge Swing and Zip Line across the Batoka Gorge. ·A Cultural Village Visit ·A plunge in Devil's Pool Back at the lodge a boma dinner will be ready for you

After breakfast you have more free time to enjoy an optional activity until you are transferred back to Victoria Falls Airport. (Flight excluded)