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Scheduled departures: South Africa, Zimbabwe
Tour prepared for Discover South Africa and Victoria Falls 2019
Your consultant
Katlego Chanchane katlegoc@ae.co.za
Experience
6 years of tour consulting • 1 and a half years internship program at the Hector Pieterson memorial and
Nelson Mandela museum. • National Diploma in Tourism Management
Interests
I love nature and wildlife in its natural habitat therefore, I would like to travel the Serengeti National Park
in the Northern Tanzania to see the massive annual migration of the wildebeests and zebras.
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Scheduled departures
Discover South Africa and Victoria Falls 2019
12 days / 11 nights
Departure dates
Month Date Month Date Month Date Month Date
November 2018 8, 22 December 2018 20, 27 January 2019 17 February 2019 7, 21
March 2019 14, 21 April 2019 4, 25 May 2019 2, 16 June 2019 6, 13
July 2019 11, 18 August 2019 1, 8 September 2019 12, 19 October 2019 3, 17
Meal
D Transfers & visits Overnight Cat.*
plan
Cape Town area: Garden Court
1 Meet and Greet • Signal Hill • Table Mountain Aerial Cableway (Afternoon)(n) DB B 3
Nelson Mandela Boulevard
Houtbay Seals Island boat trip • Chapmans Peak Drive • Cape of Good Hope
Cape Town area: Garden Court
2 National Park • Boulders Beach • Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens • Victoria & LDB B 3
Nelson Mandela Boulevard
Alfred Waterfront
Day at leisure • Stellenbosch Orientation(o) • Wine Tasting(o) • Franschhoek Cape Town area: Garden Court
3 B B 3
Orientation(o) Nelson Mandela Boulevard
Durban area: The Waterfront
4 Cape Town City Tour • Lunch at Own Expense • Meet and Greet DB B 3
Hotel
Hluhluwe: Zulu Nyala Heritage
5 Durban Golden Mile • Boat trip • Zulu Dance LDB B 3
Safari Lodge
3 hour Game Drive (Hluhluwe) • Lavumisa Discover • Swazi Candles • Ezulwini
6 LDB B Swaziland: Mantenga Lodge 3
Artisan Market
7 Ngwenya Glass Factory • Piggs Peak Discover • Cultural show LDB B Kruger area: Casa Do Sol 4
8 Kruger South Full Day Game Drive • 4x4 game drive Full Day (Schedule) (o)
LDB B Kruger area: Casa Do Sol 4
Johannesburg area: Indaba
9 Blyde River canyon LDB B 4
Hotel Fourways Johannesburg
10 Pretoria Orientation Tour • Soweto Tour LDB B Johannesburg area: Indaba 4
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Hotel Fourways Johannesburg
(n)
Transfer • Meet and Greet • Transfer • Discover Victoria Falls town • Cruise: Victoria Falls: AZambezi River
11 DB B
Sunset Lodge
12 Falls: Zimbabwe Side • Transfer • End of our services
(o)
Transfers, visits and meals followed by the (o) symbol are optionals with rates shown separately.
(n)
Suggestions non included in our rates.
*
The category shown is not necessarily the official star grading of the hotel as some hotels have no grading, It reflects our
opinion on the hotel category according to local standards.
D1: Cape Town airport - Cape Town
Meet and Greet • Signal Hill • Table Mountain Aerial Cableway (Afternoon)(n)
- Meet and greet at Cape Town International Airport. Our guide will meet you at the airport upon your arrival before
embarking on your guided tour.
14:00 - Embark on your guided tour aboard your coach: service starts at Cape Town airport and ends at Cape Town (Day 2 20:00)
- 2 days
- Delight in Cape Town’s city sights from Signal Hill. This prominent Cape Town landmark is named for its original use, the
practice of flying signal flags to communicate with passing ships. Its peaks provide breathtaking views across Table Bay
harbour, the City Bowl and the Atlantic Ocean and the 350-metre high hill is a favourite destination for sundowners.
Signal Hill lies adjacent to Lions Head, forming the ‘rump’ of the lion and is also the location from which the historic Noon
Gun is fired. The guns were once used in combat and as a time signal for ships anchored in the harbour. Today this age-
old tradition continues as they are fired at midday every day except Sundays and public holidays. By night Signal Hill
becomes one of the most popular spots for romantic rendezvous as amorous couples make their way up the hill for
sundowners and stunning views of the city at night. In summer this is also an excellent vantage spot from which to admire
the floodlights that illuminate the steep embankments of Table Mountain.
- Marvel at the sights of Cape Town from the aerial cableway and plateau on Table Mountain. The Mother City is
synonymous with the elegant mountain that is flanked by Devil’s Peak to the east and Lion’s Head to the west, providing a
dramatic backdrop to the city. Table Mountain holds an unusually rich biodiversity and forms part of the Cape Floral
Region, a protected area. Rock hyrax, or dassie as they are locally known, are often seen scampering through the scrub
and the views from the summit over Table Bay, Robben Island and the Atlantic seaboard are breathtaking. The cable cars
depart every 10 to 15 minutes and rotate 360 degrees as they travel up to 302 metres above sea level, giving passengers
panoramic views over the city. Five minutes is all it takes to reach the summit and once there you can marvel at the views,
have a bite to eat in the restaurant or do a bit of shopping at the extensive curio shop. The cableway only operates when
weather permits. (suggestion not included in rates)
- Dinner: Garden Court Nelson Mandela Boulevard
- Night: Garden Court Nelson Mandela Boulevard (Standard Room - Dinner, Bed and Breakfast (Groups))
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D2: Cape Town
Houtbay Seals Island boat trip • Chapmans Peak Drive • Cape of Good Hope National Park • Boulders Beach •
Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
- Breakfast
08:30 - Boat cruise from Hout Bay Harbour to Duiker Island. The island is a sanctuary for thousands of Cape Fur seals (actually
sea lions originating from the Antarctic) as well as a variety of seabirds including gannets, cormorants and sea gulls. It is
illegal to land on the island, but the trip takes you within arm's reach of the seals who seem to know they're the centre of
attention and put up a fantastic performance, diving and twisting with amazing speed and agility (weather permitting).
- Drive along Cape Town's most scenic road: Chapman's Peak Drive. Hacked out of the face of the mountain between 1915
and 1922, Chapman's Peak connects Hout Bay with Noordhoek along one of the most dramatic marine routes in the
world that hugs the coast of the Atlantic Seaboard for nine kilometres. Reopened to the public in 2003 after major safety
works were completed, Chapman's Peak Drive climbs steadily from the harbour of Hout Bay, skirting 114 curves to follow
the rocky coastline presenting some truly magnificent views of the sandy bays below. The combination of steep, almost
thrilling rocky inclines, shimmering blue waters and expansive skies simply take the breath away.
- Visit the Cape of Good Hope Nature reserve: It is recognized globally for its extraordinary land formation, rich and diverse
fauna and unique flora. The legendary Cape Point and Cape of Good Hope, were key beacons for the early explorers and
are the source of many myths and legends. In 1488, Bartholomew Dias named the Peninsula the Cape of Storms. King
John II of Portugal later gave it it's actual name. The Cape of Good Hope is a scenic wonder, where soft white sandy
beaches alternate with rugged stretches of rock and breathtaking cliffs.The mingling of the icy Atlantic Ocean with the
warmer Indian Ocean results in a unique coastal environment and one of the most productive marine zones worldwide.
13:00 - Lunch
- Visit the jackass penguins at Boulder's Beach. This small piece of the coastline has become a haven for these birds and is
one of the few remaining places where they are still able to roost without threat from human interference. Here you will
be able to view these birds up close whilst not interfering with their natural habitat.
- Discover Cape flora of every variety at the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens. Delve into the immense wealth of
biodiversity as you explore the Fragrance Garden, Medicinal Garden and Water Wise Garden. Focal points at Kirstenbosch
include the Peninsula Garden, containing many of the 2 500 plant species found on the Cape Peninsula, and the Protea
Garden with numerous displays of the king protea, South Africa's national flower. The gardens were established in 1913
to promote, conserve and display the extraordinarily rich and diverse flora of southern Africa and today there are over 7
000 species in cultivation. Kirstenbosch is a World Heritage Site, covering 36 hectares set within a 528 hectare estate that
contains protected mountainside supporting natural forest and fynbos along with a variety of animals and birds.
- Take your time to explore the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. The V&A Waterfront is situated on South Africa’s oldest
working harbour in the centre of Cape Town and offers over 450 retail outlets selling everything from high-end fashion
and jewellery to food and crafts. It is one of Cape Town’s most popular destinations, attracting in excess of 23 million
visitors a year. Besides offering vibrant and chic indoor and outdoor shopping and restaurants there is the added bonus of
watching fishing boats dock with fresh fish or see a container ship being towed into the harbour by a tug boat. Draw-
bridges over the water open and close every so often to allow smaller sailing vessels access to the docks, while the Cape
Wheel gives unsurpassed 360 degree views of the city, and the outdoor amphitheatre plays host to music, dance and
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theatrical performances throughout the year. There is also a variety of other activities on offer ranging from historical
walking tours to air charters and kids clubs.
19:00 - Dinner: Meloncino Restaurant
- Night: Garden Court Nelson Mandela Boulevard (Standard Room - Bed and Breakfast (Groups))
D3: Cape Town
Day at leisure • Stellenbosch Orientation(o) • Wine Tasting(o) • Franschhoek Orientation(o)
- Breakfast
07:00 - Embark on your guided tour aboard your coach: service starts at Cape Town and ends at Cape Town (Day 3 18:00) - 1 day
(Optional rates: Winelands Tour and Dinner)
- Day at leisure.
- Wander through the oak-lined streets of Stellenbosch. Lying at the foot of the Simonsberg mountains and within the
grandiose Cape Winelands, Stellenbosch is internationally renowned for its award-winning wines, fantastic restaurants,
trendy culture and historic buildings. The town is the perfect place to explore on foot with its many side-walk cafes and
buzzy student vibe, owing to the large and prestigious university that is an icon of Stellenbosch culture. Many leading
wine estates are found here including Spier, Tokara and Delheim, as well as some of the country’s best restaurants where
dining can be an informal al fresco affair or something more elegant and black tie. Art lovers can explore the copious
galleries while outdoor enthusiasts have plenty of nature activities available to them at Jonkershoek. (Optional rates:
Winelands Tour and Dinner)
11:00 - Rickety Bridge Winery lies on the slopes of the Franschhoek mountains. The property overlooks the vineyards and the
majestic Wemmershoek mountain range. The estate celebrated its 200th anniversary in 1997 and its winemaking history
dates back to the 17th century, when the land was granted to the widow Paulina De Villiers. It is well known for its
tradition of winemaking, the wine tasting will introduce you to 5 of the estates wines, you will also be briefed on the
methods of wine making. (Optional rates: Winelands Tour and Dinner)
12:00 - Lunch
- Orientation tour of the French corner of the Cape. Franshhoek lies in one of the most beautiful wine valleys in the world,
just 45 minutes from Cape Town and within half an hour's drive of the Stellenbosch, Paarl, Wellington and Somerset West
wine routes. Originally known as the Valley of the Huguenots, a community of French Huguenots were granted land in
this valley by the Dutch government of the Cape, after fleeing their homeland when Protestantism was outlawed in
France in 1685. Today, many of the wine farms still bear their original French names and most of these farms have
beautiful examples of Cape Dutch architecture. (Optional rates: Winelands Tour and Dinner)
18:30 - Traditional Dinner: Gold Restaurant
A vibrant and eclectic Pan-African experience. One night of opulent feasting with a unique bouquet of live entertainment.
A typical evening at GOLD Restaurant starts off with the drumbeat of the djembe drum. An interactive drum circle offers
you the opportunity to join in and learn how to play the djembe. While you enjoy the vast variety of Cape Malay and
African Cuisine dishes, you will be captivated by the live extravaganza taking place around you. (Optional rates:
Winelands Tour and Dinner)
- Night: Garden Court Nelson Mandela Boulevard (Standard Room - Bed and Breakfast (Groups))
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D4: Cape Town - Durban
Cape Town City Tour • Lunch at Own Expense • Meet and Greet
- Breakfast
07:00 - Embark on your guided tour aboard your coach: service starts at Cape Town and ends at Cape Town airport (Day 4 15:00)
- 1 day
- Tour of Cape Town. Also known as the Mother City, Cape Town is a rare cultural gem, resulting from the amalgamation of
different nationalities and indigenous tribes. Alongside high-rise office blocks, a harmonious blend of architectural styles
has been meticulously preserved, including Edwardian, Victorian and Cape Dutch. Narrow, cobblestone streets and the
Islamic character of the Bo-Kaap enhance the cosmopolitan ambiance. During the tour you will see the Castle of Good
Hope – this pentagon-shaped fort is the oldest surviving building in South Africa, and the Company's Garden – a large
public park, originally Jan van Riebeeck's vegetable garden, which he grew to feed the original colony as early as 1652.
The tour of this beautiful city introduces you to a rich culture and history.
- Lunch at own expense.
- Flight Arr 00:00 CapeTown - Durban (Economy Class) (Optional rates: Flight Cape Town - Durban)
- Meet and Greet at Durban airport.
- Embark on your guided tour aboard your coach: service starts at Durban airport and ends at Johannesburg (Day 10) - 7
days
- Dinner: The Waterfront Hotel
- Night: The Waterfront Hotel (Standard Room - Bed and Breakfast(Groups))
D5: Durban - Hluhluwe
Durban Golden Mile • Boat trip • Zulu Dance
- Breakfast
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- Discover Durban's “Golden Mile”. This six kilometre long stretch of sandy beach starts roughly at South Beach and uShaka
Marine World and ends at the Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World to the north. The Golden Mile is also a huge
pleasure resort with dozens of swimming and splash pools, fountains and waterslides, curio markets and merry-go-
rounds, uShaka Marine World, exotic restaurants, nightclubs and many hotels and apartment complexes directly at the
beach. Swimming is good all year round due to the warm, subtropical climate, and the beaches are well monitored and
protected by shark nets. An unusual feature at the Golden Mile is the Zulu Rikshas. The vehicles and their drivers are
colourfully decorated. For a small fee, you can let yourself be pulled along the beach promenade.
- Lunch
- Boat cruise on the Lake Saint Lucia Estuary. Situated within the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, the Lake Saint Lucia Estuary is
a designated World Heritage Site that offers some of the most extraordinary waterscapes in the world. The network of
coastal lakes, dunes, subtropical forests, swamps and wetland systems provides a haven for indigenous flora and fauna
and the area is particularly popular with bird lovers. The Saint Lucia Estuary is one of the largest in Africa and this
amazing mass of water is home to approximately 800 hippos and over 1 000 Nile crocodiles. Wildlife such as antelope and
zebra graze its shores and birdlife is prolific with over 500 resident species including large flocks of pelicans, flamingos
and ducks. Marvel at the mangrove swamps and the numerous colourful butterflies that drink on the nectar of fynbos
flowers as you take a leisurely cruise along this unique estuary.
- Zulu dance performance.
- Dinner: Zulu Nyala Heritage Safari Lodge
- Night: Zulu Nyala Heritage Safari Lodge (Standard Room - Dinner, Bed and Breakfast)
D6: Hluhluwe - Swaziland
3 hour Game Drive (Hluhluwe) • Lavumisa Discover • Swazi Candles • Ezulwini Artisan Market
- Breakfast
06:00 - Three-hour 4x4 game drive in the Hluhluwe Game Reserve. This 96 000 hectare reserve is the oldest proclaimed game
reserve in Africa and boasts a wealth of wildlife, including the Big Five and the endangered African wild dog. Your safari
will explore the northern side of the park, a scenic, hilly area with patches of dense bush. The reserve is well known for its
black and white rhino conservation efforts and there are currently approximately 1 500 white rhino and 360 black rhino in
Hluhluwe. The area is also well stocked with a variety of antelope species, including kudu, impala, waterbuck, bushbuck
and nyala. This picturesque reserve has a number of excellent viewing hides that overlook the watering holes, allowing
visitors the opportunity of close up wildlife viewing.
- Admire the contrasting landscape at Lavumisa. Swaziland is a tiny, independent country locked between the provinces of
Mpumalanga and Kwa-Zulu Natal in South Africa and Mozambique. The plains in the south-western part of Swaziland
contrast sharply with the mountainous landscapes of the north and here you will discover lush sugarcane fields
alternating with bush savannah dotted with Swazi kraals. Near the southern border post of Lavumisa, the Lubombo
Mountains loom majestically in the near distance. This sweeping mountain range covers practically the entire eastern side
of the country and forms the natural border between Swaziland and Mozambique. It is home to many game reserves and
is also rich in birdlife.
- Travel to Swaziland
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13:00 - Lunch
- Wax lyrical about the Swazi candlemakers at Malkerns. From its humble beginnings in an old cowshed the Swazi Candle
Factory today exports beautiful candles throughout the world and holds the esteemed reputation of producing an
amazing assortment of handcrafted wax wares. On any given weekday you will be able to view the approximately 200
craftspeople as they go about the process of moulding the pigmented wax into fascinating shapes and sizes, ranging from
traditional shaped candles to African animal forms. Each candle is hand-finished, meaning that no two candles will ever
look exactly the same. Swazi Candles is one of the most famous handicraft outlets in southern Africa and a favourite stop
for visitors looking for gifts and souvenirs to take home.
- Browse through handmade African crafts at the Ezulwini Artisan Market. This multi-coloured, free- spirited market is
located in the Malkern Valley in Swaziland amidst the majestic mountains, offering spectacular scenery as well as a
unique shopping experience. The market remains untouched by commercialism, where just about all the goods on offer
are made by local Swazi people who collectively gather by the roadside in order to sell their wares and make a living. The
market is awash with Swazi style jewellery, colourful linen and exquisite wood carvings, mosaics and paintings. Enjoy
perusing the numerous stalls as you get a taste of Swazi culture and pick up mementos of your African travels.
- Dinner: Mantenga Lodge
- Night: Mantenga Lodge (Sheba Room - Dinner, Bed and BreakfastGroups))
D7: Swaziland - Kruger
Ngwenya Glass Factory • Piggs Peak Discover • Cultural show
- Breakfast
- Admire glass-masters at work at the Ngwenya Glass Factory. This glass blowing factory forms the central hub of an arts
and craft village in Swaziland where visitors can watch craftsmen at work as they shape and mould molten glass into a
variety of gorgeous pieces. The factory makes use of approximately 500 kg of recycled glass a day that is crushed down
and then melted in a furnace before the upcycle process begins and the hot glass lava is transformed into new and
beautiful shapes. As part of Ngwenya’s social upliftment programme, community members ranging from school children
to adults are encouraged to collect discarded glass objects and bring them to the factory in return for payment. The
village is also home to numerous other arts and crafts outlets, restaurants, cafes and a children’s playground area,
making for an ideal family outing.
- Traverse the mountains towards Piggs Peak. Tucked away in the north western corner of Swaziland, Piggs Peak is a region
once made famous for its spectacular gold mining and now an important supplier of timber. The beautiful mountainous
landscape has led to the area often being referred to as the ‘Switzerland of Africa’, filled with sparkling waterfalls, three
of the highest peaks in the Kingdom of Swaziland, Bushmen paintings, nature reserves and picturesque indigenous
bushland. The town itself is filled with colourful African art and craft shops while slightly further afield you will find the
historic Bulembu village, Emlembe, the highest mountain in Swaziland and the Maguga Dam.
- Lunch
- Visit to the Matsamo Cultural Park. Located at the Jeppes Reef border, not far from the Kruger National Park, this
educational cultural village offers visitors an introduction to the Swazi people, their culture and traditions. It opened in
2000 to showcase the Swazi way of life and as a means for the Swazi people to celebrate their own culture, reminding
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younger generations of their rich heritage. The tour combines singing and dancing shows with an educational experience,
highlighting the differences between Swazi and Western lifestyles and revealing why these differences have come about.
Your visit will include rhythmic dancing performances, age-old folk songs and music with authentic African instruments,
as well as traditional Swazi cuisine. Visitors also have the opportunity to explore Matsamo and interact with the villagers
as they go about their daily activities, including cultivating their crops and fashioning beautiful craft works.
- Dinner: Casa Do Sol
- Night: Casa Do Sol (Casa - Dinner, Bed and Breakfast (Groups))
D8: Kruger
Kruger South Full Day Game Drive • 4x4 game drive Full Day (Schedule)(o)
- Breakfast
06:00 - Venture into the wilds with a full day safari in the Kruger National Park in your tour vehicle. This extraordinary wildlife
arena initially opened its gates in 1926, becoming the first national park in South Africa. Today it is one of the largest
game reserves on the continent, covering a staggering area of 18 989 square kilometres and extending 350 kilometres
from north to south and 60 kilometres from east to west. The Big Five are all found in abundance and overall the park
supports 147 species of free roaming mammals. Your full day game drive will take place in the southern sector of the
park, well known for its good rhino and leopard sightings. Here you are also likely to encounter numerous species of
antelope, elephant and perhaps even cheetah and the rare African wild dog. Bird watching is highly rewarding with over
500 species including a diverse assortment of raptors.
06:00 - Full day 4x4 game drive in the Kruger Park. Your scheduled departure will leave from Hazyview at dawn as you set out on
board an open 4x4 safari vehicle for a short drive to one of the park's gates and into the Kruger National Park. It is one of
the largest game reserves in Africa, stretching across a vast 18 989 square kilometres in the provinces of Limpopo and
Mpumalanga. With over 12 000 elephants, 27 000 African buffalo and 1 000 leopards, the Big Five is well represented.
White rhino sightings are frequent, while spotting a black rhino may require some patience and a bit of luck. Lions are
plentiful with over 2 000 stalking the plains. Overall, the Kruger supports 147 free roaming mammal species. Of the 517
species of birds here, 253 are resident and the reserve supports six diverse eco-systems. Your morning safari concludes at
one of the rest camps inside the reserve giving you the opportunity to stretch, refresh and have lunch (at own expense).
After refuelling, set off for a second round of action-packed wildlife discoveries. The 4x4 vehicle will allow you to get very
close to the surrounding vegetation while your experienced ranger follows fresh animal spoor. Your safari concludes in the
late afternoon before returning to Hazyview. (Optional rates: Kruger 4x4 Game Drive Full Day)
12:00 - Lunch: Cattle Baron (Skukuza Restaurant)
Lunch in the bush.
- Dinner: Casa Do Sol
- Night: Casa Do Sol (Casa - Dinner, Bed and Breakfast (Groups))
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D9: Kruger - Johannesburg
Blyde River canyon
- Breakfast
- Witness nature at its best at the Blyde River Canyon. This spectacular piece of landscape carves its way through
kilometres of red sandstone and is one of the most outstanding geological features in South Africa. It rates as one of the
natural wonders of the world as well as one of the biggest canyons on the planet and presents immense natural beauty
and wonder. Stunning vistas from legendary viewpoint such as God’s Window offer views as far afield as the Kruger
National Park and Mozambique on a clear day. Other natural attractions include the Three Rondavels, probably one of
the most beautiful view of the Canyon. Blyde River is home to over 1 000 species of flora, some of the most glorious
waterfalls you could wish to see and is filled with an abundance of animal and bird life including the rare bald ibis that
nests on the cliff ledges.
- Travel to Middelburg
- Buffet lunch
- Travel to Johannesburg area
19:00 - Boma dinner: Indaba Hotel Fourways Johannesburg
Buffet meal. Tuck into a smorgasbord of delights and experience Africa on a plate with everything from impala and
ostrich to milk tart and koeksisters. This boma-style restaurant is located in the tranquil gardens of the Indaba Hotel and,
with over 120 dishes on offer, is sure to meet with everyone’s approval. Your buffet meal will include game meats with
flavour influences from North Africa and traditional Afrikaans home style desserts while side orders such as salads,
mielies, traditional pap and creamy mash potato will beckon you to the serving table. Your meat will be cooked to order
and vegetable and fish options are also available. Sit back and enjoy as a marimba band entertains you with their light-
hearted music performed on a wooden percussion instrument.
- Night: Indaba Hotel Fourways Johannesburg (Standard Room - Bed and Breakfast)
D10: Johannesburg
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- Breakfast
- Familiarise yourself with Afrikaans and African culture with a tour of Pretoria. The Jacaranda City, as Pretoria is fondly
called, is the administrative and diplomatic centre of South Africa that once served as the headquarters for the old
independent Transvaal Boere Republic. Here you will find some of the iconic landmarks that represent the old
independent Transvaal as well as the new democratic South Africa. The Voortrekker Monument is a massive memorial
ringed by ox wagons that commemorate the exodus of disillusioned Afrikaaners from the Cape, Church Square houses Die
Raadsaal, the former parliament buildings of the Boer Republic, and the Paul Kruger House was the home of the
Traansvaal Republic’s president. The Union Buildings stand proud and tall, built in 1910 and now house the official seat of
the South African government as well as a nine-metre statue of former president Nelson Mandela.
13:00 - Buffet lunch: Sakhumzi Restaurant
Soak up the jovial atmosphere at this traditional African styled restaurant, nestled in the heart of Soweto in Orlando
West’s famous Vilakazi Street. The eatery was once an illegal bar or ‘shebeen’ during the apartheid era but is now a
traditional local restaurant that specialises in African cuisine such as mogodu (tripe), mielie pap (corn flour) mutton stew,
umleqwa (traditional-style steamed chicken) and much more. The area also has a rich historical background and Vilakazi
Street in the only road in the world to have housed two Nobel laureates: Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Emeritus
Desmond Tutu. Get chatting with the locals as you socialise and enjoy your traditional South African lunch.
- Get a taste of vibrant and gritty street life with a tour of Soweto. This township is located to the south-west of
Johannesburg and is the biggest in the city, made famous for its role in the struggle against apartheid. Its roots trace back
to the early days of gold mining when many migrant workers arrived in Johannesburg at the turn of the 20th century. As
the ruling National Party tightened its hold on apartheid and forced black people out of white areas the township grew
and today Soweto still supports close to 4-million people. Highlights of South Africa’s political history to be found in
Soweto include the Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial, honouring the student protests of 1976; Walter Sisulu
Square, where the Freedom Charter was signed; Vilakazi Street whose former residents includes two Nobel Peace Prize
winners; and the brightly coloured Soweto Towers.
- Dinner: Indaba Hotel Fourways Johannesburg
- Night: Indaba Hotel Fourways Johannesburg (Standard Room - Dinner, Bed and Breakfast)
D11: Johannesburg - Victoria Falls
Transfer • Meet and Greet • Transfer • Discover Victoria Falls town(n) • Cruise: Sunset
- Breakfast
- Transfer from Johannesburg to Johannesburg airport
- Flight Arr 00:00 Johannesburg - Victoria Falls (Eco Class) One way (Optional rates: Flight Johannesburg - Victoria Falls and
return)
11:00 - Meet and greet at Victoria Falls Airport. Our guide will be waiting for you in the arrival hall carrying a branded sign board
before and transfer you to your hotel.
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- Transfer from your hotel to find colour, friendliness and beauty at Victoria Falls town. Victoria Falls is one of the most
famous landmarks in the world and visited by thousands of tourists every year, yet the town of the same name remains
small and filled with plenty of old-world frontier charm. Victoria Falls town is bright and friendly and a great place to
browse craft markets and collect souvenirs of your African travels as you take some time to absorb the atmosphere and
pick up a greater sense of the African cultures and the rich history that have shaped the Victoria Falls over time. Wildlife
lovers may need to look no further than right in front of them as animals are known to roam the streets with cheeky
baboons hanging around in the trees and occasionally even an elephant or two strolling across the road to the nearby
Zambezi River. (suggestion not included in rates)
16:00 - Soak up the beauty of Africa on a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. The immense, calm waters of the Zambezi River lend
themselves to leisurely boat cruises amongst the peace and tranquillity of the surrounding wilderness. From your lodge
you will be taken to the jetty and begin your sailing journey upstream from the Victoria Falls. As you peacefully drift along
the river you can admire the splashes of colour that the setting sun paints in the sky as well as watch the wildlife that
congregates along the river banks in the coolness of the evening. Your wondrous cruise is rounded off with aperitifs and
snacks served on board the boat.
- Dinner: AZambezi River Lodge
- Night: AZambezi River Lodge (Standard Garden Room - Dinner, Bed and Breakfast)
D12: Victoria Falls - Johannesburg airport
- Breakfast
08:00 - View one of the world’s natural wonders on a visit to the Zimbabwe side of the Victoria Falls. This enormous sheet of
falling water was first discovered by David Livingstone in 1855, although it had been known to the local people for much
longer than that. It is shared by two countries, Zambia to the north and Zimbabwe to the south. Around two thirds of the
falls are located on the Zimbabwe side and this country is also considered to have more classical views of the mains falls
with footpaths leading you to breathtaking viewpoints such as Devils Cataract, Main Falls, Horseshoe Falls and the very
popular Rainbow Falls. The sights from here are considered some of the best on the planet while the sheer force of the
tumbling water is a sensory treat as water plunges and tumbles, sending sprays of mist up into the skies.
11:00 - Transfer
- Flight Arr 00:00 Victoria Falls - Johannesburg (Economy Class) (Optional rates: Flight Johannesburg - Victoria Falls and
return)
- End of our services
Note: Distances indicated in the itinerary are calculated from the GPS coordinates for each service included in the itinerary, they
are given as an indication. The photographs displayed in the itinerary serve as general illustration of the destination and providers
only and do not constitute a contractually binding description of specific services.
General Conditions
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your confirmation.
- Check In – Check Out: the standard check in time is from 14h00, and check out time is before 11h00.
- Game reserves: for game reserves offering a fully inclusive package, check in is before lunch and check out is after breakfast. Fully inclusive packages include 3
meals per day and 2 activities. Our programmes indicate Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast.
OUR RATES
- Taxes are included at the current applicable tax level for each country. In case of a change in the amount or percentage of tax applicable, this change will be
immediately reflected in our rates in accordance with new tax regulations.
- For annual rates, and unless otherwise indicated, the rates are not valid for Christmas, New Year, Chinese New Year or any major event in each of the countries
visited. Applicable supplements are available on request.
- Rates do not include cancellation, luggage, medical assistance and repatriation insurances.
South Africa
VISAS, TAXES and FEES
When travelling on a self-drive:
- Rates do not include the entrance fees for private game reserves or game parks. These are to be settled by the guests directly at the entrance gate or at the
lodge.
- In Swaziland: it is necessary to complete formalities on both sides of the border and a road tax of 85 ZAR (subject to change) is payable for non-Swaziland
registered vehicles.
- An international driver's licence is obligatory. Please plan for this accordingly to obtain it in your country of residence prior to travelling.
FORMALITIES FOR CHILDREN
All minors under 18 years of age travelling to and from South Africa have to present additional documents. These new regulations apply to all travellers, regardless
of the nationality. It is important to carefully check the different requirements as otherwise entering or leaving South Africa will be refused.
For further information, please contact the South African embassy / consulate in your country.
PLEASE NOTE
- Malaria prophylaxis is recommended for the Kruger Park, Swaziland and Durban regions.
- Except transit less than 12 hours at the airport only, yellow fever vaccination obligatory if arriving from a country with yellow fever (Ivory Coast, Senegal, Kenya,
Ethiopia, Rwanda, Tanzania, etc.), complete list of countries with presence of yellow fever on www.who.int. Vaccination international notebook required to be
presented upon arrival.
KRUGER PARK
There is a maximum threshold of visitors that can enter the park daily. If this threshold is reached, only visitors with pre-booked overnight accommodation will be
permitted access. You are advised to get to your gate of choice as early as possible, particularly over peak season periods.
- The park gates open and close at sunrise and sunset, between 05h30 and 06h00, and 17h30-18h00, depending on the season.
- Traffic in the park is prohibited after closing time. If you sleep in the park, please take into account the travel time (average speed 40-50km/h) between the gate
and the camp in which you stay overnight to get there before the park closes.
TIPS
It is customary in the country to leave tips to service professionals, which includes in particular servers in restaurants (10% of the bill), porters in hotels (15
ZAR/piece of luggage/trip) and of course the guides, drivers or rangers you will meet during the trip (40 ZAR/day/person for the guide or driver-guide, 20
ZAR/day/person for the driver, 30 ZAR/day/person for the rangers).
None of these tips are mandatory, and the amounts shown here are only an indication of what is normally expected by the country's professionals.
Zimbabwe
VISAS, TAXES AND FEES
- For a stay in Victoria Falls, the visa for Zimbabwe is issued locally or before departure at a cost of 30 USD for a single entry, 45 USD for a double entry. These
amounts are indicative and may change without notice. Please consult your nearest Zimbabwean consulate.
- When staying in Victoria Falls and leaving from Livingstone, a transit visa is issued on site at a cost of 50 USD.
- Departure taxes from the airport are included in the ticket price.
FORMALITIES FOR CHILDREN
All minors under 18 years of age stopping or transiting through South Africa must submit additional documents. These new regulations apply to all travellers,
regardless of their nationality. It is important to carefully check the different requirements, otherwise the entry or exit from South Africa will be refused.
For more information, please contact the South African embassy / consulate in your country.
PLEASE NOTE
- Malaria prophylaxis is recommended.
- Yellow fever vaccination obligatory if arriving or transit from a country with yellow fever (Ivory Coast, Senegal, Kenya, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Tanzania ...), complete
list of countries with fever yellow on www.who.int. Vaccination international notebook required to be presented upon arrival.
- For self-drives, an international driver’s licence is obligatory. Please plan for this accordingly to obtain it in your country of residence prior to travelling.
TIPS
It is customary in the country to leave tips to service professionals, which includes in particular servers in restaurants (10% of the bill), porters in hotels (2
USD/piece of luggage/trip) and of course the guides, drivers or rangers you will meet during the trip (3 USD/day/person for the guide or driver-guide ; 2
USD/day/person for the driver ; 2 to 3 USD/day/person for the rangers).
None of these tips are mandatory, and the amounts shown here are only an indication of what is normally expected by the country's professionals.
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