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African Angel Tours
9 Parkmore Place One
10th Street
Parkmore
VAT Reg. No.: 4700278312
Co. Reg. No.: CK 9810845/23
The Spears Gallery Group
South Africa Dreaming
Johannesburg, Kruger, Durban, Cape Town, Victoria Falls
01 March 2020 – 15 March 2020
14 Nights / 15 Days
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Day 1: Sunday, 01 March 2020 Arrive in Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park and Welcome Dinner
Day Itinerary
On arrival at OR Tambo International Airport you will be met by an African Angel Tours representative who will take time
to explain the itinerary to you and answer any questions which you might have about your holiday. You will be
transferred to your hotel to check-in and later a tour to the Lion and Safari Park.
Activities:
• Lion & Safari Park
• Welcome Dinner
Main Location: Johannesburg
Johannesburg, also known as Jozi or Joburg, is the largest city and wealthiest province in South Africa. Though Joburg is
not officially one of South Africa’s three capital cities, it is home to the Constitutional Court, the country's highest court.
Because of its location on mineral-rich land, the city is known for its gold and diamond trade.
Lion and Safari Park
The park is a 600-hectare wilderness reserve where employees and volunteers care for some of Africa’s most iconic
animals. It is home to white lion, South African cheetah, Cape wild dog, hyena, black-backed jackal, antelope, giraffes,
and ostrich. Your activity includes a guided lion and wild dog tour and lion cub interaction. The guided tour is
approximately a 45-minute tour on a game viewing truck led by an experienced Lion Park guide. After, you have the
opportunity to interact with lion cubs. You have the option of eating lunch (at your own cost) at their onsite restaurant
that overlooks the reserve, where giraffes and ostrich wander freely.
Welcome Dinner: The Orbit Jazz Club
End your day off with welcome dinner at Orbit Jazz Club in Braamfontein. The Orbit concept finds its roots and spirit in a
small Jazz Social Club established in Troyeville, Johannesburg, in the early 2000's by Aymeric Péguillan and 3 other
partners. Peg's Cosy Corner, as the venue was called, presented an intimate environment where musicians and jazz
aficionados would hang around to listen to occasional live music and recordings till late at night around a drink. Over a
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decade later, a venue is reborn in Braamfontein, a booming and dynamic part of town, where Péguillan and his 2
partners, Dan Sermand & Kevindren Naidoo, developed a concept that would lead the way in offering the best possible
creative expression platform for jazz musicians in Johannesburg. After months of intense brainstorming, consultations
with musicians and negotiations with stakeholders around the nature of the new venture, The Orbit, a Live Music venue
and Bistro, finally came to life. Orbit Jazz Club brings the best of both worlds together – food and music. The vibe is
relaxed, in keeping with its location in this trendy part of town.
Overnight: Da Vinci Hotel, Sandton
Da Vinci Hotel is located in a prime position in Sandton, nestled between Legacy’s additional exclusive hotels. The hotel
offers 166 luxury hotel rooms with a comfortable open plan design that allows for pure relaxation and enjoyment. The
hotel has a pool for its guests to enjoy. Guests can enjoy the convenience of luxury accommodation coupled with a
deluxe shopping experience. Stores are located at the Legacy Corner Mall and, due to the hotel’s location, guests have
easy access to the prestigious Sandton City Mall. Wireless internet is available throughout the hotel and is complimentary
to all hotel guests. Da Vinci has a fitness gymnasium, which is located on the reception level and is available for all our
guests. Personal trainers are available at an additional charge to keep your fitness routine at an optimal level.
Day 2: Monday, 02 March 2020 Johannesburg: Apartheid Museum, Soweto Tour &
Othandweni Orphanage
Day Itinerary
You will have an early start on this day as you will embark on a historic journey of South Africa. After breakfast, your tour
guide will pick you up for your Apartheid Museum and Soweto Tours.
Activities
• Apartheid Museum
• Soweto Tour
• Hector Pieterson Memorial and Museum
• Kliptown Walk
• Sakhumzi Restaurant
• Othandweni Orphanage
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Apartheid Museum
The museum displays the rise and fall of apartheid. You walk from one room to another, each illustrating another element
of the oppressive regime. You will gain a greater understanding of what individuals endured by reading and watching
first-hand accounts. While the museum brings to light the atrocities committed during apartheid, it also emphasizes how
South Africa is coming to terms with its past and working towards a better future through truth and reconciliation.
Soweto Tour
During apartheid, the government separated Soweto from the rest of Johannesburg to make it a completely Black area.
The name “Soweto” comes from the first two letters of each word in South Western Townships. Today, Soweto remains
a group of settlements on the outskirts of Johannesburg and is the biggest township in the city. While many parts of the
township are still impoverished, Soweto is also a bustling cultural hub known for music, dancing, art, and sport. Famous
residents include Nelson Mandela, Desmond Tutu, and Trevor Noah. On tour, you will walk around various parts of
Soweto. In addition to viewing various famous landmarks, you will have the opportunity to walk inside the home that
former President Nelson Mandela resided in from 1946-1962.
Hector Pieterson Memorial and Museum
On 16 June 1976, thousands of students gathered in Soweto to begin a protest march against the implementation of
Afrikaans being one of two main languages of instruction in school. The protest quickly turned deadly when police opened
fire on the students. Hector Pieterson, 12 years old, was one of the first casualties of the Soweto Uprising- there were
over 500 killed that day. The museum honours the role of school children of South Africa and how they contributed
towards ending apartheid.
Kliptown Walk
Kliptown, a poor neighbourhood with an astonishingly rich history, taking visitors into the heart of the community and
connecting them with locals, stopping in at local businesses and places of interest, while sensitively introducing visitors to
the local customs and traditions that are specific to the township. Kliptown is the oldest area of Soweto and is a place of
striking contrasts. At its centre is the Walter Sisulu Square, famous as the place where in 1955 the Congress of the People
met to present the Freedom Charter, a statement of principles calling for a non-racial, free and democratic South Africa,
which forms the basis of South Africa's constitution today. The streets surrounding the square are busy with fruit and
vegetable markets, traditional healers and wholesalers
Sakhumzi Restaurant
Nestled on Vilakazi Street, Sakhumzi’s features traditional South African dishes like umngqusho, umleqwa, pap, and
mogodu. We go during their buffet hours, so you can sample each of the dozens of dishes they offer. The outdoor
seating overlooks a street that is often busy with street performers and small goods vendors.
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Othandweni Orphanage
Othandweni, which means "Place of Love", is situated in Mofolo South, Soweto is a non-profit organization (NPO) and
offers residential care for children who have been abused, abandoned or neglected. The Centre was established in 1984
and caters for 90 children from the ages of birth to 18 years. Othandweni acts as a place of safety where children are
placed until suitable families have been found, either by our Adoptions or Foster Care Departments. Those children who
cannot be immediately placed stay at Othandweni for as long as is necessary. There is a great need for facilities such as
Othandweni as incidences of child abandonment, abuse and neglect are increasing. In addition, we are now faced with a
growing number of AIDS orphans and HIV+ babies in need of shelter and special care. The Centre also has limited space
available for destitute mothers or pregnant women who are contemplating the futures of their unborn children.
Main Location: Johannesburg
Overnight: Da Vinci Hotel, Sandton
Day 3: Tuesday, 03 March 2020 Depart Johannesburg for Safari, Kruger National Park
Day Itinerary
Check out of the hotel. After breakfast, your tour guide will pick you up and transfer you to the airport for your flight to
Kruger.
Activities
• Game Viewing
Kruger National Park
The Kruger National Park (KNP) is in north-east of South Africa and runs along the border of Mozambique in the east,
Zimbabwe in the north, and the southern border is the Crocodile River. The park covers nearly 7,580 miles² (19,633 km²)
and is divided in 14 different Eco zones, each supporting different wildlife. It is one of the main attractions of South Africa
and it is considered the flagship of South African National Parks (SANParks). The Park was established in 1898 by the
South African President Paul Kruger as a protected area for wildlife and it opened its gate the general public in 1927 for
the first time.
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Currently, the park is run by the South African National Parks (SANParks) and is probably the best managed African
National Park. Wildlife conservation, education and tourism are the main objectives of the KNP. Here you can see the best
of African flora and fauna such as Lions, Leopards, Elephants, Rhinos, and Buffalos often referred as the Big Five, but
there are plenty of others to see as well.
Overnight: Accommodation at Kapama River Lodge
Located within the massive Kapama Private Game Reserve, Kapama River Lodge is set against the backdrop of the
Drakensberg Mountains and is the largest private game lodge in the Kruger National Park. Despite this, the service is
unmatched in its quality and staying at this lodge is an absolute pleasure in every aspect.
A host of activities are available to guests including hot-air ballooning, clay-pigeon shooting and bushveld sleep-outs.
View the Big 5 on early morning and evening game drives, accompanied by experienced game rangers and discover the
wonder of the African bush and its majestic inhabitants.
There is also a fantastic wellness centre where you can relax and enjoy a massage. Kapama River Lodge has 64 Suites in
total. Each of these feature full en-suite bathrooms and a terrace from which you can spot animals drinking at the
permanent waterhole nearby. There is a large rim-flow swimming pool surrounded by sun loungers from where you will
be able to spot game just outside the perimeter of the camp.
Day 4: Wednesday, 04 March 2020 Kruger: Full Day 4X4 Game Drive
Day Itinerary:
After breakfast, depart for Kruger National Park for a game drive. From your open 4 x 4 game viewer, you are afforded
an outstanding opportunity to fully experience Africa's wild animals.
Activities
• Game Viewing
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The elevated vantage position and absence of glass windows allow for truly unforgettable sight, sound and scent
experiences and brilliant photographic opportunities.
Main Location: Kruger
Overnight: Kapama River Lodge
Day 5: Thursday, 05 March 2020 Depart Kruger for Durban
Day Itinerary:
After breakfast, depart Kruger for Durban. Your tour guide will pick you up from your lodge and travel by road to
Hluhluwe, Durban and overnight at DumaZulu Cultural Village. Enroute to DumaZulu Cultural Village, you will stop at
Matsamo Cultural Village for lunch and experience.
Activities
• Lunch at Matsamo Cultural Village
• Road transfer to DumaZulu Cultural Village
Matsamo Cultural Village
Matsamo Cultural Village seamlessly mixes education with entertainment to promote Swazi culture. Guests at the village
are treated to folk songs, dance performances, music and traditional cuisine. The village has a well-stocked, on-site curio
shop with an array of Swazi cultural products sourced from local communities and on sale. The Alfresco restaurant
'African Theatre', set in true African aesthetics is nestled in a peaceful setting with cobbling water and a panoramic view.
The restaurant setting provides for a natural stage where guests can be entertained with folk song and dance while
enjoying a meal or something cool from the well-stocked bar.
Later proceed on your journey to DumaZulu Cultural Village. Discover the Zulu way of life and watch the pulsating
traditional dancing with the taste of Zulu beer on your lips and the drumbeat of the Zulus echoing in your ears.
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Main Location: DumaZulu Traditional Village
The name DumaZulu means "thundering Zulu", and it is the largest Zulu cultural village in South Africa, as well as being
the only village to be officially opened by Zulu King Goodwill Zwelithini, which reinforces the authenticity of the village.
The village is located near Hluhluwe village in Zululand, and is laid out in the tradition Zulu style, of Zulu beehive huts
arranged in a circle around a cattle kraal. At DumaZulu visitors are provided with the opportunity to take a glimpse into
the interesting culture and customs of the Zulu nation. DumaZulu is managed by the renowned anthropologist and Zulu
specialist Graham Stewart, also known as the "White Zulu".
Overnight: DumaZulu Game Lodge
Located in the heart of Zululand, DumaZulu Game Lodge & Traditional Village offers rooms with traditional African décor.
21 rounded ethnic huts housing 19 twin rooms and two double rooms, arranged in a circle around a central cattle kraal in
true Zulu tradition. Exteriors are designed to reflect the different tribes of Southern Africa - Zulu, Swazi, North Sotho,
Xhosa, Venda, Tsonga and Ndebele. Comfortable interiors reflect the rustic, warm colours of Africa, burnt oranges, rich
reds and deep browns and feature with straw or wooden beamed ceilings. Each large, air-conditioned room unit includes
an en-suite bathroom, with bath, shower and a hairdryer. There is safety deposit box, telephone and tea/coffee making
facilities. It has an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by a garden.
Day 6: Friday, 06 March 2020 Depart Hluhluwe to Umhlanga, Durban
Day Itinerary:
After breakfast, prepare for the cultural show and traditional lunch at DumaZulu Cultural Village. Later depart DumaZulu
Cultural Village for Durban, Umhlanga.
Activities
• Zulu Cultural Experience: Cultural show and traditional lunch
• Transfer to Umhlanga, Durban
Guests can watch various displays of basket-weaving, spear and shield making, beadwork, pot-making, Sangoma bone
throwing and spectacular Zulu dancing. The village is home to more than fifty Zulu residents who both live and work
there, forming part of a "living museum". Visitors to the DumaZulu Cultural village are accompanied by a guide, who
provides them with detailed information on history and tradition of the Zulu people.
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After lunch at DumaZulu Cultural Village, depart for Umhlanga, where you will spend your last two nights in KwaZulu
Natal Province.
Main Location: Umhlanga, Durban
The tropical paradise that is Umhlanga Rocks may seem to be designed just for leisure and entertainment. Dubbed the
'Riviera' of the North Coast, the city's beaches provide infinite opportunities for sunbathing while the continental appeal of
outdoor restaurants lure visitors into a relaxed village ambience. Numerous activities are available for travellers. Walkers
and joggers can enjoy time on the well-known O'Connor Promenade that winds above the beach from Durban View Park
to the Umhlanga Lagoon Nature Reserve. Umhlanga's landmark lighthouse is an award-winning pier with its exceptional
'whalebone' design. Near-perfect weather all year round and warm water guarantee that the main beach is a hotspot for
pleasure-seekers. This beach has enjoyed international Blue Flag status on more than one occasion, for its excellence in
offering pristine and safe beaches as well as water that is the right standard. Additional activities worth checking out in
Umhlanga Rocks include various restaurants, shopping venues, surfing, fishing, scuba diving and snorkeling.
Overnight: Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge
The Protea Umhlanga Ridge Hotel, near Durban, overlooks the eye-catching 2-hectare Chris Saunders Park with its rolling
lawns, tranquil ponds and creative water features. The park provides visitors with the opportunity to escape the hustle
and bustle of the urban landscape and enjoy some down-time in a peaceful outdoor setting. Showcasing a total of 205
beautifully furnished rooms, of which 50 are semi self-catering family rooms and 24 are semi self-catering loft rooms, the
Protea Hotel Umhlanga Ridge is defined by its tasteful blend of Colonial style and contemporary decor.
All rooms have been thoughtfully furnished and decorated in complimentary tones, which are enhanced by the rich
laminate timber floors and high ceilings. Fitted with a 32' LCD television, wireless internet connectivity, a comfortable
lounge chair, a large work desk, as well as tea and coffee making facilities, the rooms at this modern hotel in Umhlanga
Rocks, Durban guarantee a peaceful, rejuvenating stay.
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Day 7: Saturday, 07 March 2020 Durban: City Tour and Dinner at Moyo
Day Itinerary:
After breakfast, your tour guide will pick you up for your Durban City Tour. Later transfer to Shaka Marine for your dinner
at Moyo Restaurant. Return back to your hotel to overnight.
Activities:
• Durban City Tour
• Dinner at Moyo Restaurant, Shaka Marine
Durban City Tour
The City of Durban is unlike any other city in South Africa. The warm Indian Ocean creates a sub-tropical climate that
nurtures the vast sugar cane plantations which brought the people from Madras and Calcutta to cut it when the Zulus
refused as they didn't need money. The City you are visiting has an unusual mix of people from the East, the West and
with the Zulus, reflects its intricate and interesting history.
The Durban Tapestry tour is one of discovery and of “setting the scene” by visiting places that reflect the varied
contributions and life-styles of Durban people. From the beautiful colonial buildings, modern office blocks, churches,
temples, bazaars, the busy port operating in a large bay, old established suburbs and recently arrived people settled in
cardboard, wood and plastic homes.
Dinner: Moyo Restaurant
Moyo is the Swahili word for soul and a dining experience at Moyo is an African soulful experience. Inspired by the
traditions and values of our ancestors, Moyo is a celebration of, and commitment to, the beauty of Africa, and the
industry of her people. Moyo UShaka, named after the great Shaka Zulu warrior, hunts every African flavour that has
been nurtured under this African sun, caressed by the Sahara breezes and washes them with the tides that splash below
the pier that the restaurant is built on onto your plate. Moyo UShaka's beach bar tugs your African rhythm from within
with the current of background African drums.
Main Location: Umhlanga, Durban
Overnight: Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga Ridge
10 | P a g eDay 8: Sunday, 08 March 2020 Depart Durban for Cape Town: Table Mountain
Day Itinerary
After breakfast, you will depart Durban for your flight to Cape Town. On arrival, you will be met and assisted by an
African Angel Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. Later, you will depart for your Table Mountain Cable
Ride.
Activities
• Table Mountain
Main Location: Cape Town
Cape Town was originally colonized by the Dutch East India Company and it became a stop for ships sailing to other parts
of the world. After being established as the first European settlement in Southern Africa in 1652, Cape Town quickly
became an economic and cultural hub. The city remained a destination for immigrants and is now one of the most
multicultural cities in the world. Lonely Planet has ranked Cape Town the 2nd “Best City in the World to Visit in 2017”-
though we know it is actually first. Resting between Table Mountain and the crystal blue waters of Table Bay, Cape Town
is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Vibrant city life is balanced with serene natural beauty that appeals to
locals and travellers alike.
Table Mountain
Enjoy a panoramic ride to the top of the Table Mountain via Cableway. The five-minute ascent to the top of Table
Mountain offers a 360° view of Cape Town, the ocean and the neighbouring peaks. This flat-topped mountain is one of
the most famous landmarks in Cape Town. Table Mountain is one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature and is part of a
World Heritage Site and, with over 1,460 plants species, is the single richest floristic area in the world.
To get up and down the mountain, you will take the 5-minute cable car ride. With a rotating floor, the cable car offers a
scenic 360-degree view. Atop Table Mountain, 1,089 metres above Cape Town, you will enjoy a stunning 360-degree
view of the Mother City and surrounding mountains. You can explore the summit, go on a hike or for a walk, visit the
Shop at the Top, eat at the restaurant or café or sit and enjoy the stunning views.
11 | P a g eOvernight: The Commodore Hotel
With panoramic views of Table Bay and Table Mountain, The Commodore Hotel is decorated in a nautical theme. It
features an outdoor swimming pool and sauna, fitness and massage facilities. Apart from a breakfast buffet, Clipper
Restaurant serves an à la carte menu featuring seafood dishes and regional wines. The Commodore Hotel has a prime
location, as it is only a 5-minute walk to the V&A Waterfront, which offers the visitor an abundance of unforgettable
experiences.
Day 9: Monday, 09 March 2020 Cape Town: Robben Island and City Tour
Day Itinerary
After breakfast, your tour guide will pick you up at your hotel for your cruise to Robben Island and later Cape Town City
Tour. The Robben Island experience begins at the Nelson Mandela Gateway, located at Piazza Level, Clock Tower Precinct
at the V&A Waterfront. This triple-story glass museum links the V&A Waterfront with the Robben Island Museum and
incorporates the passenger ferry terminal. Also included are various exhibition areas, an auditorium and museum shop.
Activities
• Nelson Mandela Gateway to Robben Island
• Robben Island
• V&A Waterfront
• Cape Town City Tour
Robben Island
Robben Island, the unique symbol of “the triumph of the human spirit over adversity, suffering and injustice” with a rich
500-year-old multi-layered history, is visited every year by thousands of people eager to understand and honour the
important aspects of South Africa’s history that the Island represents. The Robben Island's tour includes a visit to the lime
quarry, which was used by the prisoners to mine lime. The harsh white light and heat in the quarry in summer and the
long, wet winters made it an extremely uncomfortable space to work in.
12 | P a g eA visit to the maximum-security prison, where most of the political leaders were kept, is one of the important highlights of
the tour on Robben Island. This section includes the single cells in which Nelson Mandela and other prisoners spent their
prison time in. In the village tour you get to see the leper cemetery, Sobukhwe house, WW II gun batteries as well as the
houses used by the warders. You will also see the inside of Mandela's prison cell as it was when he was imprisoned in
1964 and his open cell window facing the prison yard on Robben Island, now a national and World Heritage Site.
Mandela's cell later contained more furniture, including a bed from around 1973.
Cape Town City Tour
On your Cape Town City Tour, you will learn about historical and cultural highlights of the Mother City, like Town Hall the
Company’s Garden, and Parliament.
Castle of Good Hope
Construction of the Castle of Good Hope began in 1666 and it remains the oldest surviving building in South Africa. Since
its completion in 1679, the castle has been the centre of civilian, political, and military life at the Cape. It was built to
represent Dutch, English, and French building styles and houses living quarters, offices, cells, a church, a bakery, and
various other facilities. Today, it displays the William Fehr Collection, and African pottery collection, the Castle Military
Museum, and a forge.
District Six
District Six was once the proud home of Capetonians of all ethnic backgrounds and religions. It was originally established
as a community of freed slaves, artisans, merchants, immigrants, and labourers. It was a vibrant city centre, where trivial
differences, like skin colour, did not prevent people from living peacefully together. However, in the 1970’s,
13 | P a g emarginalisation had begun and 60,000 inhabitants were forcibly removed from their homes due to the separate
development policy of the apartheid government. The former residents were then relocated all over the Cape Peninsula,
mainly to the Cape Flats. On our tour, we visit the original site of District Six (now a barren wasteland) as well as the
District Six Museum.
Main Location: Cape Town
Overnight: The Commodore Hotel
Day 10: Tuesday, 10 March 2020 Cape Town: Cape Peninsula Tour and Jazz Safari
Day Itinerary
After breakfast, depart for your Cape Peninsula tour. This includes the Cape Point and Chapman’s Peak Drive as well as
the Boulder’s Penguin Colony.
Activities
• Peninsula Tour: Cape Point and Chapman’s Peak
• Boulders Penguin Colony
• Jazz Safari
Peninsula Tour
The Peninsula Tour is one of the most scenic drives in South Africa. We will take the Chapman’s Peak Drive, with the
Atlantic Ocean on one side and the dramatic mountain range on the other. We will see the golden beaches of Camps Bay
as well as Hout Bay, a quaint fishing village.
Cape Point
Cape Point is in the Cape of Good Hope nature reserve located in Table Mountain National Park, which forms part of the
Cape Floral Region, a World Heritage Site. The land feature valleys, bays and beaches and contains a mix of diverse
fauna and flora. Rocky cliffs tower 200 metres above sea level, and “The Point” has served as a notable landmark by
sailors for centuries. By day, salient Cape Point helped sailors navigate, by night, it was hidden amidst the fog and
resulted in countless shipwrecks. Today a light house sits 87 metres above sea level and it remains the most powerful
lighthouse on the South African coast. Here, you can walk up to the lighthouse, enjoy a light lunch, shop for souvenirs,
or sit and enjoy the incredible view.
Boulders Penguin Colony
Boulders Penguin Colony is home to a unique and endangered colony of the African Penguin. Wooden walkways allow
visitors to view the penguins in their natural habitat.
Jazz Safari
Indulge the senses on your visit to a local musician’s home in Gugulethu on your Jazz Safari. Walk in and smell the aroma
of spices wafting from the kitchen. Listen to the horns blast and feel the rhythm reverberate through the air.
14 | P a g eTaste the home-cooked meal that has been prepared all day by friends and family of the musician. Watch as the room
comes alive with dance, as most are unable to remain seated when they hear the music playing. The Jazz Safari is a
special and intimate preview into Cape Town’s rich musical heritage and is often regarded as one of the highlights of the
Cape Town Jazz Tour.
Main Location: Cape Town
Overnight: The Commodore Hotel
Day 11: Wednesday, 11 March 2020 Cape Town: Cape Winelands Tour and Farewell Dinner
Day Itinerary
After breakfast, your tour guide will pick you up for your scenic drive of wine tasting tour in the Cape Winelands.
Activities
• Winelands Tour
• Farewell Dinner: Gold Restaurant
Cape Winelands Tour
The fertile green valleys of the Cape Winelands are surrounded by proud mountain ranges. Towns and villages have
many historic homesteads and monuments, and every so often fruit orchards are to be seen, whose produce may be
found in all corners of the world. It is the Mediterranean climate and winter rainfall of the south-western Cape that
produces some of the best wines in the country. The Cape Winelands is known as the culinary capital of South Africa;
titillate your taste buds while savouring some of the world’s finest wines in Franschhoek.
The French corner of the Cape, Franshoek lies in one of the most beautiful wine valleys in the world within half an hour
from Stellenbosch. This traditionally French town is the food and wine capital of the country and one would be hard
pressed to dispute the claim. Eight of the top 100 restaurants in the country are found in Franshoek, there are nigh on 30
wine cellars and over 28 restaurants from which to choose for your gastronomic experience.
Farewell Dinner: Gold Restaurant
A unique African restaurant in the heart of Cape Town, Gold Restaurant draws from styles of cooking from the far north
of the continent in Egypt through to Tunisia and right down to the Cape, all highlighted in a 14-course set menu. Expect
flavours ranging from hot and spicy to soft and gentle. The Xhosa pot breads are heaven, as are the Tunisian potato and
15 | P a g egarlic briouats, very much like our samosas, nice and crispy. Mozambican peri peri chicken wings are well known to us
here, a South African favourite.
Gold Restaurant offers three unique performances during your dinner, starting with a praise singer who welcomes you to
Gold and introduces you to the singers, dancers, puppets and musicians. The second performance showcases the vibrant
dancing and celebrations in Africa and the third performance is in honour of our royal African queens.
Main Location: Cape Town
Overnight: The Commodore Hotel
Day 12: Thursday, 12 March 2020 Depart Cape Town for Victoria Falls via Johannesburg
Day Itinerary
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Victoria Falls via Johannesburg. On arrival in Victoria Falls you will
be transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of your day at leisure exploring the area.
Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls also goes by the indigenous Tonga name, Mosi-oa-Tunya, “The Smoke That Thunders”. One of the Seven
Natural Wonders of the world, Vic Falls is classified as the largest waterfall, based on the combination of width (1,708
metres) and height (108 meters). Located at the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, this waterfall is the world’s
largest sheet of falling water.
16 | P a g eMain Location: Victoria Falls
Overnight: AVANI Victoria Falls Resort
The best part about AVANI is its location: it is just a 10-minute walk from Victoria Falls! Because of its location in the
middle of a national park, you will probably see animals grazing around the premises. The resort is equipped with an
outdoor pool, a garden and two restaurants. Each room is decorated with Zambian décor and has large windows that lead
to a patio or private balcony.
Day 13: Friday, 13 March 2020 Victoria Falls to Botswana: Chobe National Park
Day Itinerary
After breakfast depart for your best game viewing tour in the world at Chobe National Park in Botswana.
Activities
• Game Viewing Tour
Game Viewing Tour
Take a day trip to Botswana to go on a game viewing tour at Chobe National Park, which has one of the largest
concentrations of game in Africa. It is the largest and most biologically diverse park in all of Botswana. Originally, the San
Bushmen inhabited the land- today you can still find San rock paintings throughout the park. One of the most notable
features about Chobe is its elephant population: it has about 50,000 elephants, which is one of the highest elephant
concentrations in Africa.
17 | P a g eDay 14: Saturday, 14 March 2020 Victoria Falls: Full Day - Falls Tour, Mukuni Village, David
Livingstone Museum and Historic Tour
Day Itinerary
Begin your day by visiting the magnificent Victoria Falls, just minutes away from your lodge. Continue on to the Mukuni
Village and end your day with a visit to the Livingstone Museum and after with a historic tour.
Activities
• Victoria Falls
• Mukuni Village
• David Livingstone Museum
• Historic Tour
Victoria Falls
Join a guided walking tour to find out how the Falls were formed and about local traditions and customs. The tour ends
with a trip to the local arts and crafts centre.
Mukuni Village
The Mukuni Village, home to the Leya people, has a population of about 5,000. Chief Mukuni invites guests to his royal
village to show how his people have lived since the its founding in the 13th century. The Leya have maintained a
traditional lifestyle and invite outsiders to learn about their customs and beliefs. The chief and his guides take you into
various huts, introduce you to craftsmen and women, and encourage you to sample local food and beer. What is special
about this village is that it is not a tourist attraction, but a working village.
David Livingstone Museum
Dr. David Livingstone is remembered as a fearless explorer and philanthropist. He travelled extensively throughout Africa
and his writings helped map the continent. As the first European to cross Victoria Falls, he named the famous landmark
after his queen. Additionally, he was a missionary who fought against slavery. The museum is Zambia’s oldest and
largest, and it is home to many wonderful exhibits that display Livingstone’s achievements, Zambian history and culture,
ethnographic art galleries.
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When Southern Africa was first being settled by Europeans, Livingstone was a significant town, as it was the capital of the
British Protectorate of Northern Rhodesia from 1911-1935. Because of its role as capital, Livingstone was home to many
Edwardian colonial buildings and luxurious facilities. In 1935, Lusaka became capital and Livingstone’s prominence as a
leading city waned until it became a quiet town. Today, it is once more a bustling city since it is strategically located next
to Victoria Falls and Zambezi River, and therefore has become the adventure capital of Africa.
Main Location: Victoria Falls
Overnight: AVANI Victoria Falls Resort
Day 15: Sunday, 15 March 2020 Depart Victoria Falls for your flight back to USA via
Johannesburg
Day Itinerary
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Johannesburg. On your arrival in Joburg, connect to your
international flight back to the USA.
TOUR ENDS!
TOUR PRICE SOUTH AFRICA & VICTORIA FALLS – 14 NIGHTS
LAND & FLIGHT COSTS
PER PERSON SHARING: $ 8,900.00
SINGLE OCCUPANCY: $10,846.00
TOUR PRICE SOUTH AFRICA ONLY – 11 NIGHTS
LAND & FLIGHT COSTS
PER PERSON SHARING: $ 7,285.00
SINGLE OCCUPANCY: $ 8,729.00
ALL PRICES ARE BASED ON CURRENT TARIFFS AND CURRENCY RATES OF EXCHANGE AS OF JUNE 2018 AND ARE
SUBJECT TO ADJUSTMENT WHEN FINAL PRICES ARE ADVISED FOR THE DATES OF TRAVEL IN 2020.
A NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT OF $600 PER PERSON IS DUE TO BOOK RESERVATIONS ALONG WITH A COMPLETED
APPLICATION FORM. ADDITIONAL PAYMENTS WILL BE DUE ON A MONTHLY OR QUARTERLY BASIS STARTING
JANUARY OF 2019 ONCE FINAL TARIFFS ARE CONFIRMED.
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