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10 Day Cape Town, Kruger and Victoria Falls Tour |
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This tour of South Africa Includes :
Regional Flight from Cape Town to Johannesburg
Return Charter Flight from Johannesburg to Exeter
Return Flight from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls
All accommodation as per the itinerary
All meals as per the itinerary
All entrance fees to places mentioned in the itinerary
All land transportation in air conditioned vehicles
Services of a registered guide / resident rangers
Tour Excludes :
International airfare
Items of a personal nature, gratuities and drinks
Personal and medical insurance
Price: Price List
Starting Point : Cape Town
Ending Point: Johannesburg |
The tour can start on any date specified by clients.
All of our South Africa Tours are private and are conducted solely for the party reserving the tour.
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Day 1: Cape Town
Guests are met upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport from where a day is spent exploring one the world's most beautiful cities. Table Mountain, arguably the most famous natural landmark in Africa is first on the agenda. From Table Mountain one of the most impressive views of the world can be enjoyed - the Indian Ocean and the deep blue waters of the Atlantic and the Cape Peninsula which sinks away and allows these two great oceans to meet at Cape Point. We also visit the world famous Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens which had its conception when the mining magnate and philanthropist Cecil Rhodes donated the land to the people of South Africa. The garden is home to 4000 of the 18000 species of Flora which are found in South Africa and creates a most remarkable display. It is the memorial to one of Africa's greatest son's from where sweeping views of the entire Cape Flats can be enjoyed where we end an unforgettable day. |
| Overnight: Commodore |
Meals: Dinner |
Day 2: Cape Town
The spectacular Chapman's Peak drive cut into the 650m high Chapman's Peak leads the tour through the Town of Noordhoek to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. A botanical and scenic delight the reserve is home to several antelope species as well as a great diversity of flowering plants and birds. A highlight is sure to be the walk to the summit of Cape Point , where it is said the stormy waters of the Atlantic are met by the calming influence of the Indian Ocean. This Cape which has had such a central role in the tales and legends of the ocean was and remains an important landmark situated at the South Western Edge of Africa, proclaiming that this is where the two halves of the World, east and west meet.
The tour traces the Indian Ocean Seaboard on the way back to Cape Town with a visit to Boulders Beach, an attractive secluded haven, which comprises a tumble of huge round rocks on a sandy shore. The boulders are ideal vantage points for watching the antics of the colony of mainland-based African penguins. |
| Overnight: Commodore |
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner |
Day 3: Cape Town
A short ferry ride from the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront brings guests to Robben Island. This infamous Island only 574 Ha in extent , measuring 3,5 by 2 km, has played an important role in South Africa's long and turbulent history. Views which can be enjoyed of the Cape Peninsula and the South African mother city make the ferry ride quite an enjoyable experience. Home to President Nelson Mandela for a large part of his 27 year incarceration, the prison has since been turned into a museum and the tour is conducted by an ex political prisoner who has had first hand experience of the conditions on the Island. Visits are made to the prison building as well as to the lime stone quarry where the prisoners where forced to work. Some wildlife have been re-introduced to the Island and a glimpse might be enjoyed of one of Africa's animals in these surroundings. The duration of the Robben Island excursion including the return ferry ride is about four hours which would bring guests back to the V& A Waterfront around lunch time. The rest of the afternoon is spent at leisure. |
| Overnight: Commodore |
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner |
Day 4: Cape Town
After breakfast a forty-minute drive leads the tour into the heart of South Africa’s wine producing region where the stark contrast between vineyards and harsh mountains create the perfect backdrop to a tour of the historical town of Stellenbosch. The town is the oldest in South Africa after Cape Town, and is undoubtedly the most scenic and historically-preserved town in Southern Africa. Oak-lined streets next to water furrows compliment the many fine examples of elegant Cape Dutch, Victorian and Georgian architecture - all part of this unique "Town of Oaks".
The town, ideally situated in a magnificent mountain valley, boasts a mild Mediterranean climate. The Stellenbosch Wine route is the oldest, largest and probably the most visited of the Southwest Cape’s wine routes. Many of the estates are very old, their gabled, whitewashed Cape Dutch Homesteads, rolling vineyards and shade-dappled grounds lovely beyond measure. We visit two of these fine estates where the art of wine making in South Africa is experienced first hand. A large variety of cultivars can be sampled and a specific cultivar which appeals to your palette is sure to be found. |
| Overnight: Commodore |
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner |
Day 5: Kruger National Park
Guests are transferred to Cape Town International Airport for a flight to Johannesburg. Guests are met upon arrival at Johannesburg International airport and are assisted in transferring to their charter flight bound for the Sabi Sands Game Reserve. The reserve is named after the two principal rivers which flow through it, namely the Sabi and the Sand and covers an area of approximately sixty five thousand hectares of pristine African wilderness. The reserve is part of the Greater Kruger National Park and is home to most of South Africa's finest Safari Lodges. The late afternoon is devoted to a first game drive in search of Africa's Legendary Big Five in an area where many other mammal and bird species grace the African Savannah and give meaning to the words " Spirit of Africa" |
| Overnight: Exeter River Lodge |
Meals: Full Board |
Day 6: Kruger National Park
A sky colored gloriously by the rising sun greets guests on an early morning game drive, admiring the antelope of Africa as they ready themselves for a day of grazing or browsing after the nervousness of night, when they are at their most vulnerable to the many predators in the area. Highlights of the day are sure to include sightings of one of the Big Five. The Rhino, Lion , Leopard, Buffalo and Elephant received this well known collective name in times past when the first European Hunters in Africa regarded them to be the most dangerous animals on the continent. A game drive conducted during the late afternoon and early evening could offer the opportunity of spotting one of the Big Cats, readying themselves for the hunt. Both the Leopard and Lion are nocturnal and would mostly be more active during this period of the day. |
| Overnight: Exeter River Lodge |
Meals: Full Board |
Day 7: Pretoria
A last morning game drive in this wilderness sanctuary is followed by a flight to Johannesburg International. Guests are met upon arrival at Johannesburg International Airport from where they travel to Pretoria. The Jacaranda City , so named for the thousands of Jacaranda trees which line its streets and transforms the city to a purple wonderland during Spring when the trees are in full bloom. A tour of the city's highlights is on the agenda as the tour visits the Union Buildings with its commanding view of the city. The building currently houses the office of the South African president. Designed by the famous British Architect Sir Herbert Baker , it is regarded as one of the countries architectural masterpieces. A visit is also made to the Voortrekker Monument which bears testament to a people's pioneering spirit. After some time for freshening up at the hotel, guests are invited to spend the evening in the company of their hosts at a traditional South African BBQ. |
| Overnight: Lombardy |
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner |
Day 8: Victoria Falls
Guests are transferred to Johannesburg International Airport for a flight to the town of Victoria Falls, named after the majestic falls close to which it is situated. The Victoria Falls is without a doubt one of the most spectacular natural sights in all the world. The falls occur where the mighty Zambezi River is approximately 1688 m wide and from its highest point plummets 108m meters in a thundering roar of spray and mist, hence the local name of “Mosi oa Tunya”, the smoke that thunders. Time devoted to a Victoria Falls tour is followed by a visit to the Victoria Falls Craft Market where some of Africa’s finest artwork is on display. Guests are then assisted with check in at the elegant Victoria Falls hotel. |
| Overnight: Victoria Falls Hotel |
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner |
Day 9: Victoria Falls
The morning is devoted to an Elephant back safari in a wilderness area not far from Victoria Falls. An experienced elephant minder accompanies each elephant and client. On mounting the elephants, the safari begins – view game whilst riding game, savor the experience of crashing through the African bush atop a gigantic pachyderm. Your safari ends with a short training session and interaction with the elephants followed by a late breakfast or early lunch. Guests then return to the hotel where they are met during the late afternoon for a sunset cruise on the mighty Zambezi River. View game coming to the waters edge for a late afternoon drink whilst the setting sun creates a splendid display of color over one of Africa’s finest wilderness areas. |
| Overnight: Victoria Falls Hotel |
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner |
Day 10: Departure
Guests spend the morning at leisure, relaxing after their Victoria Falls Tour. Guests are then transferred to Victoria Falls Airport for a flight to Johannesburg. Guests are met at Johannesburg International airport and are assisted in transferring to an international flight back to their country of origin after a memorable tour of Southern Africa. |
| Overnight: None |
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner |
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| A brief description of this South African Tour |
The areas visited on this tour include Cape Town, the Greater Kruger National Park and the Victoria Falls. These areas are widely regarded to be Southern Africa's primary attractions, making this one of our most popular tours.
The hotels and lodges included in the itinerary are some of the finest available in each area. This tour offers the discerning traveler a luxury experience of the highlights of Southern Africa
All of our South Africa Tours can be customized to suit your specific requirements.
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