BEST OF SOUTH AFRICA TOUR - September 9-21, 2022 - Louisville Alumni
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BEST OF SOUTH AFRICA TOUR
September 9-21, 2022
Dear University of Louisville Travelers located right on the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront with
and Friends, views of the ocean and Table Mountain.
Thank you for your past support of our University of Next, it’s 4 glorious nights in the Greater Kruger
Louisville travel programs. We are happy to report that National Park area at the exciting Kapama Private
we have finalized arrangements for one of the most Game Reserve River Lodge which has been reserved for
requested travel programs...SOUTH AFRICA!! We our U of L group. Accommodations include spacious
have promoted this very popular tour 4 times and have air-conditioned rooms in a lodge-like atmosphere.
sold out all of them very quickly. We feel this tour Two (2) Safari Game Drives are included each day in
includes the best that South Africa has to offer while 10-passenger open Landrover vehicles with your own
eliminating all the unnecessary tourist stops sometimes highly experienced and qualified Game Ranger and
included in South African tours. It is also being offered Game Tracker on each vehicle for very unique safari
in September, a preferred time for touring South experiences. All drinks and meals are also included at
Africa since it is in the spring and there is great game Kapama. There will also be plenty of free time to relax,
viewing. The climate this time of year is also very mild explore the area on your own, participate in several
(even cool at times) allowing for a more comfortable optional tours, as well as indulge in Kapama’s extensive
experience. Complementary Wifi is also available at all spa facilities. Please see the itinerary summary included
accommodations. with this letter for the optional activities offered at this
truly spectacular private game reserve.
The tour starts with 1 night in Johannesburg, then
on to magnificent Cape Town, “The Mother City” of 8 breakfasts, 6 group lunches, and 4 group dinners
South Africa, for 3 nights, heralded as one of the “most (including special group lunches and dinners in Kapama
beautiful cities in the world”. The hotel chosen is the and Cape Town) are included.
luxurious, upscale hotel called the Table Bay Hotel
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Before the tour, an optional 2-night tour to Victoria Falls is Attached is a flyer of the itinerary and costs. Due to the
also offered for those wishing to extend their South African limitation of rooms at the Kapama Private Game Reserve,
experience. The Victoria Falls (Mosi-oa-Tunya which means this tour is limited to the first 56 passengers that reserve.
“the Smoke that Thunders”) have been hailed as one of the As a past U of L traveler, you are first to be notified before
“Top 7 Natural Wonders of the World” and is a “must- general promotion begins. If you are interested in joining
see” experience. Our chosen resort is also very special. The the group for this “Once in a Lifetime” travel experience,
newly constructed Palm River Hotel boasts air-conditioned we suggest reserving your space now as it will sell out very
deluxe rooms in a lodge–like atmosphere which overlooks quickly. If you have friends or family who would like to
the Zambezi River and close to Victoria Falls. Breakfast each join you, reserve for them now as well. Reservations will be
day, 1 lunch and two special group dinners are included at accepted and rooms assigned in the order received. Those
Victoria Falls as well as a private tour of the Victoria Falls that have confirmed reservations will be notified regarding
and a private sunset river cruise on the Mighty Zambezi airline options when they become available.
River.
THIS WILL BE THE ONLY DIRECT MAILING YOU
THERE IS LIMITED PARTICIPATION FOR THIS WILL RECEIVE ON THIS TOUR.
OPTIONAL PRE-TOUR EVENT!!
As you can see, this travel program has been meticulously
The tour company that will be handling this trip, Ntaba planned to visit the best that Southern Africa has to offer
African Safaris, specializes and promotes only tours to while enjoying the comfort and luxury of one of the finest
Southern and East Africa. They provided an outstanding resorts and game reserves which are best suited for the
experience for U of L passengers on our sold-out tours American traveler.
with them since 2010. Ntaba African Safaris was carefully
To make reservations or if you have any questions, please
selected due to their experience with Southern Africa, the
call Ntaba African Safaris AS SOON AS POSSIBLE at 502-
group amenities, the special tours that they provide, and
848-0626 or 502-545-0207. Their email address is info@
the very competitive rates they negotiated. Robin and Stella
ntabaafrica.com. There is a $500 per person deposit to
Mountain, fifth generation South Africans, are the founders
reserve your space which is refundable until final payment
and owners of Ntaba African Safaris, and moved their family
June 1, 2022 (less a $250 non-refundable administrative
to the U.S. in 1999. They have been promoting Southern
fee).
Africa Tours for Americans since then and have extensive
connections in the areas visited and they personally know We hope you will join the University of Louisville for this
many of the venue owners and managers. Upon arriving in spectacular once in a lifetime experience!!
South Africa, you will experience some of the very best local
The University of Louisville
tour guides, drivers, and escorts to assist with our group. Ntaba African Safaris
They will indeed provide you with a very special experience.
As an added benefit, their office is located in Louisville, Ky.,
so close personal attention can be given to our group as well.
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SOUTH AFRICA TOUR
ITINERARY
BRIEF OUTLINE
LOCATIONS VISITED:
South Africa – Johannesburg, Cape Town and Safari
1 Night Johannesburg
3 Nights Cape Town
4 Nights Private Game Reserve in Greater Kruger Park
Optional Victoria Falls Pre-Tour
2 Nights Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
MEALS INCLUDED:
South Africa
8 Breakfasts
6 Lunches
4 Dinners
Optional Victoria Falls Pre-Tour
2 Breakfasts
1 Lunch
2 Dinners
DAILY ITINERARY
Optional 2-Night Pre-Tour to Victoria Falls
Friday, September 9, 2022 – Depart from the U.S.A. for
Johannesburg, South Africa
Day 1: Saturday, September 10: Arrive Johannesburg
Overnight: InterContinental O.R. Tambo Johannesburg
Meals: Dinner at hotel restaurant or room service - on own account
PROGRAM:
• Meet & Greet at Arrival
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• E
scort to the InterContinental Hotel O.R. Tambo (ideally located only
225 feet within walking distance from the Arrivals Hall)
• Welcome fruit juice and check in for 1 night on Bed & Breakfast basis
• Dinner on your own account at hotel
• Evening at leisure
Day 2: Sunday, September 11: Fly to Victoria Falls,
Zimbabwe – B/D
Overnight: Palm River Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
PROGRAM:
• Breakfast at the InterContinental Hotel O.R. Tambo
• Morning flight from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls
• REMEMBER your US$30 in cash for the VISA for Zimbabwe for arrival
in Victoria Falls
• Transfer to the Palm River Hotel and check in for 2 nights. This upscale
hotel is located on the banks of the Zambezi River.
• Depart the lodge for a Sunset Cruise on the Zambezi River with views
of the upper reaches of Victoria Falls – Snacks, Local Beverages & Wine
included
• 7:00pm: Enjoy an included group dinner at the hotel
(FOR THE TRAVELERS NOT PARTICIPATING IN THE
PRE-TOUR TO VICTORIA FALLS:
Today you will depart from the U.S.A. for Johannesburg,
South Africa)
Day 3: Monday, September 12: Victoria Falls,
Zimbabwe – B/L/D
Overnight: Palm River Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
PROGRAM:
• Breakfast included at the hotel
• Morning tour to Victoria Falls, one of the “Natural Wonders of the World”
• Visit to the Local Craft Village
• Lunch included at the Lookout Point with 1 soft drink
• Return to the hotel for an afternoon at leisure
• 5:30-6:30pm: Talk by historian on the Life of David Livingstone
• This evening, enjoy a special farewell group Braai dinner on the banks of
the Zambezi River
FOR THE TRAVELERS NOT PARTICIPATING IN THE
PRE-TOUR TO VICTORIA FALLS:
Arrive Johannesburg in the evening
Overnight: InterContinental O.R. Tambo Johannesburg
Meals: Dinner at hotel restaurant or room service - on own account
PROGRAM:
• Meet & Greet at Arrivals
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• E scort to the InterContinental O.R. Tambo (ideally located only 225
feet within walking distance from the Arrivals Hall)
• Welcome fruit juice and check in for 1 night on Bed & Breakfast
basis
• Dinner on own account at hotel
• Evening at leisure
Day 4: Tuesday, September 13: Fly to Cape Town
Overnight: The Table Bay
Meals: Breakfast
PROGRAM:
• Breakfast included at hotel
• OPTIONAL Helicopter Flight over the Victoria Falls – Must be pre-
booked & pre-paid
• 1:15pm Flight to Cape Town
• In Cape Town, transfer to The Table Bay Hotel
• Check into Luxury Mountain Facing Rooms for 3 Nights on Bed &
Breakfast basis
• Enjoy a Cocktail Party with Canapes & Wine
• Guest Speaker: Christo Brand, Nelson Mandela’s Prison Warden
• Evening and dinner on your own at the Cape Town Victoria &
Alfred Waterfront
Day 5: Wednesday, September 14: Cape Town – Table
Mountain, City Tour & Wine Estate – B/L
Overnight: The Table Bay
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
PROGRAM:
• Breakfast at the hotel
• Tour to Table Mountain by cable car (weather permitting)
• Cape Town City Tour
• Lunch at the Groot Constantia Wine Estate
(non-alcoholic drinks included; alcoholic drinks on own account)
• Cellar Tour & Wine Tasting at Groot Constantia Wine Estate
• Free afternoon with optional activity:
- Jewel Africa Diamond cutting demonstration
• Evening and dinner on your own in Cape Town
Day 6: Thursday, September 15: Cape Town – Cape
Point Tour – B/L
Overnight: The Table Bay
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
PROGRAM:
• Breakfast at the hotel
• Cape Point Tour: Hout Bay, Chapman’s Peak (weather permitting),
Cape Point, Lunch overlooking the bay (non-alcoholic drinks
included; alcoholic drinks on own account), Penguins at Boulders
Beach
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• F
ree afternoon with optional activity:
- Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
• Evening and dinner on own in Cape Town
Day 7: Friday, September 16: Fly to Kapama Private
Game Reserve, Kruger – B/L/D
Overnight: Kapama River Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
PROGRAM:
• Breakfast at the hotel
• Transfer to Cape Town Airport and fly to Hoedspruit
• In Hoedspruit, transfer to Kapama River Lodge in open game view-
ing vehicles
• Arrive in time for late lunch at the luxurious River Lodge at the
Kapama Private Game Reserve. Check in for 4 nights.
• Afternoon/Evening Game drive
• Dinner at the lodge
Every day at the Kapama Private Game Reserve will include all meals,
alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and two daily game drives in
10-passenger open Landrover vehicles with your skilled ranger and
tracker to find the animals of Africa for you to admire. This is Big 5
Country…..Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino and Buffalo all of which
are possible to see during your stay at Kapama. During the day, there
is ample free time to participate in several optional activities or enjoy
the luxurious Kapama Spa. Late afternoon, convene for high tea, before
departing for the day’s second African Bush Safari. Enjoy a sundowner
drink along the way, get out of the vehicle to stretch your legs, and
watch the sun go down over the distant Drakensberg Mountains. As
darkness descends, it’s time to continue the Game Drive to let the
tracker scan the landscape with a spotlight picking out the glinting eyes
of nocturnal animals.
Day 8: Saturday, September 17: Kapama River Lodge –
B/L/D
Overnight: Kapama River Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
PROGRAM:
• Morning Game Drive
• Breakfast at the Lodge
• Return to the Lodge for Lunch
• Afternoon/Evening Game Drive
• Dinner at the lodge
Optional Activities
Elephant Interaction – Needs to be booked in advance
Hoedspruit Endangered Species Center – Can be arranged at Kapama
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Day 9: Sunday, September 18: Kapama River Lodge –
B/L/D
Overnight: Kapama River Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
PROGRAM:
• Morning Game Drive
• Breakfast at the Lodge
• Return to the Lodge for Lunch
• Afternoon/Evening Game Drive
• Dinner at the lodge
Optional Activities
Elephant Interaction – Needs to be booked in advance
Hoedspruit Endangered Species Center – Can be arranged at Kapama
Day 10: Monday, September 19: Kapama River Lodge –
B/L/D
Overnight: Kapama River Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
PROGRAM:
• Morning Game Drive
• Breakfast at the Lodge
• Visit to a local pre-school
• Return to the Lodge for Lunch
• Afternoon/Evening Game Drive
• Special group Farewell Dinner
Day 11: Tuesday, September 20: Depart for the USA – B
Meals: Breakfast
PROGRAM:
• Morning Game Drive
• Breakfast at the Lodge
• Transfer to Hoedspruit Airport to check in for flight to Johannesburg
and home
Day 12: Wednesday, September 21: Arrive back in the
USA
END OF SERVICES
Thank you for traveling with Ntaba African Safaris!
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BEST OF SOUTH AFRICA TOUR
September 9-21, 2022
Cost*: - Personal, Medical and
$4459.00 per person on double occupancy Travel Insurance that
can be purchased on the
($1800.00 single occupancy supplement)
Ntaba African Safaris
website
The above cost includes:
- All COVID-19 testing
- 1 Night in Johannesburg at the InterContinental O.R.
related expenses, if
Tambo
required at the time of
- 3 Nights’ Accommodation in Cape Town: The Table Bay travel.
Hotel
- 2 Days of touring in Cape Town Payment Schedule
- 4 Nights at Kapama Private Game Reserve River Lodge DEPOSIT: $500.00 per person ($250.00 Non-refundable
- 2 Safari Games drives each day and all meals at Kapama Administration Fee to cancel)
Private Game Reserve FINAL PAYMENT: Due by June 1, 2022 (Non-refundable
- All local and select premium drinks during your stay at after June 1, 2022)
Kapama River Lodge
Optional Pre-Tour to Victoria Falls
- 8 breakfasts, 6 group lunches, 4 group dinners
September 9 - 12, 2022
- Cocktail Party in Cape Town
- Entrance fees as per activities on itinerary Cost*:
- All Transfers, taxes and fees $1090.00 per person on double occupancy
- Transportation from and return to Kapama for the Pre- ($1300.00 single occupancy)
school trip
The above cost includes:
- Gratuities for Cape Town Hotel Staff, Drivers and Guides in
Cape Town, Kapama Lodge Staff - 2 Nights in Victoria Falls: The Palm River Hotel
- All luggage handling (except through the customs area) - Sundowner Cruise on the Zambezi River
- Escort and Services of Ntaba African Safaris and U of L - Tour of Victoria Falls & Craft Village
escorts throughout the tour - 2 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners
- Special Group Gifts, Amenities, and Parties - Gratuities for Victoria Lodge Staff and Driver/Guides in
- A pre-trip Documents Party in Louisville Victoria Falls
- All Transfers and luggage handling, taxes and fees
The above cost excludes:
- Airfare to and from South Africa, to Cape Town and The above cost excludes:
Kapama - Airfare to and from Victoria Falls
- Gratuities for Ranger and Tracker in Kapama - Personal Items and non-included alcoholic beverages
- Optional Activities and Personal items - VISA for Zimbabwe ($30 pp obtainable upon arrival in
- All non-included alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages Victoria Falls Airport, subject to change)
- Any other tours or tourist entrance fees not mentioned in - Optional activities mentioned in the itinerary
itinerary - All COVID-19 testing related expenses, if required at the
- Extra transport or transfers, taxi fares, after hours’ transport time of travel.
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