Follow Nelson Mandela’s “Long Walk to Freedom” and witness the breathtaking beauty of southern Africa, where “Big Five” game viewing is extraordinary. This trip of a lifetime features visits to four countries, deluxe hotel and safari accommodations and a 3-night guided safari cruise on Namibia’s Chobe River. This program features a stay at an acclaimed game reserve, an unforgettable deluxe African safari experience. Enhance your journey with an amazing Pre-Tour Extension Option in Cape Town.
Program Details
- Exclusive journey through Southern Africa, featuring Cape Town, Johannesburg, a three-day safari, Chobe National Park and Victoria Falls.
- Created in our tradition of innovative programming and educational travel.
- Specially arranged river and land safaris, designed to give you a variety of game-viewing opportunities.
- Three UNESCO World Heritage sites: Robben Island and the Cape Floral Region Protected Areas, South Africa, and Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.
- Cape Town Pre-Tour Extension.
Day 1 - Depart Home City
Day 2 - Cape Town
Day 3 - Cape Town/Robben Island
Day 4 - Cape Point
Day 5 - Fly to Skukusa/South African Safari*
Day 6 - South African Safari*
Day 7 - South African Safari*
Day 8 - Fly to Johannesburg
Day 9 - Johannesburg/Soweto
Day 10 - Fly to Victoria Falls
Day 11 - Chobe National Park/Embark Zambezi Queen
Day 12 - Chobe River safari
Day 13 - Chobe River safari
Day 14 - Kasane, Botswana/Disembark boat/Return to home city
Day 15 - Arrive in home city
*Stay at MalaMala Private Game Reserve or Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve depending on your departure
Zambezi Queen
Exclusively chartered, African river boat
The deluxe Zambezi Queen is a specially designed, stylish “floating lodge” built to offer sophistication along the Chobe River, one of the most remote locations on Earth. This world-class, unique African river safari offers remarkable opportunities for unobstructed viewing of wildlife and river vistas, whether from the comfort of your bedside or from the classic and contemporary lounge, bar or open-air deck with plunge pool.
Cape Grace
Perfectly positioned at the heart of the Victoria & Albert waterfront and the base of breathtaking Table Mountain, the lovely Cape Grace Hotel surrounds you in luxury. Large windows and balconies frame iconic views of the marina, harbor or mountain. Beautifully decorated, airy rooms and suites exude elegance and comfort. Enjoy the restaurant and the inviting library lounge.
Fairlawns Boutique Hotel
Here, 41 opulent suites are individually decorated to the highest standard to inspire even the most well-traveled guest. Established in 1997, this is a property proud in heritage and character, with such features as a privately owned garden hotel spanning 5.5 acres, a unique up-market sanctuary for local and international guests, and a therapeutic Balinese Spa Garden, which offers the ultimate relaxation with tranquil outdoor massage and treatment areas. This is the perfect place to enhance your African adventure.
Victoria Falls Hotel
Built in 1904, this Edwardian-style, deluxe hotel is set among lush tropical gardens, offering spectacular views. The main terrace overlooks the Victoria Falls Bridge, connecting Zimbabwe to Zambia. A private footpath through the gardens leads guests directly to the Falls. The hotel was recently remodeled, combining traditional elegance with modern touches. All of the hotel's 115 rooms are opulently appointed in a grand style evoking the Golden Age of Travel.
Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge (3/11 departure)
Sabi Sabi Game Reserve is situated on a central plain between two rivers in Kruger National Park; this location among different habitats means the reserve attracts a wide variety of wildlife. This includes the Big Five— Cape buffalo, African savannah elephant, leopard, lion and black rhinoceros—and many other species, including some 350 different species of birds. The reserve, family owned and operated since 1976, is renowned for its extraordinarily up-close wildlife sightings and experienced guides and trackers.
The Bush Lodge combines a love of nature, tradition and luxury. Relax in comfortable suites and indulge with deluxe amenities including a gym, spa and wellness center, and pool.
MalaMala’s Deluxe Lodge (4/1 departure)
MalaMala Game Reserve is the oldest and most historical private game reserve in South Africa, in existence since 1927. Sound conservation management, sheer size of land (it’s the largest private Big Five game reserve in South Africa) and a 19 km (12 mile) unfenced border shared with the Kruger National Park contribute to MalaMala’s reputation as the finest game-viewing destination in the world. The open boundary provides unimpeded access to Kruger’s wildlife, which are attracted by MalaMala’s vast array of habitat types—ranging from open savannah to dense riparian zones and granite kopjes. At a mammoth 13,200 ha (33,000 acres), MalaMala is not only the largest private Big Five game reserve in the country, it also features the largest piece of land in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve—South Africa’s oldest conservancy of private game reserves. But perhaps of strongest allure to wildlife is the perennial Sand River, of which 13 km (8 miles) flow through the reserve.
Cape Town Pre-Tour Extension
Experience the warm sunshine and sunny disposition of the people in Cape Town, a modern metropolis surrounded by natural beauty. Beneath the magnificent Table Mountain, this “Mother City” offers much to discover. Enjoy the sublime Cape Winelands and visit world-class vineyards for specially arranged wine tastings, among other activities.
The Optional Extension is available at additional cost. Details will be provided with your reservation confirmation.