Splendors of South Africa & Victoria Falls 2028

Your Small Group Discovery Tour begins! Welcome to Cape Town, commonly referred to as the “Mother City” by locals, as it was home to the first European settlement in South Africa. Hotel check-in is available mid-afternoon

City Sights & Soaring Heights Start at the Grand Parade to see the Castle of Good Hope and City Hall. Walk to see more of Cape Town’s landmarks including St. George’s Cathedral, Parliament, and The Company’s Garden. Then, join a local community leader to explore the [LF] Bo-Kaap neighborhood, also known as the Malay Quarter, including a visit to the Bo-Kaap Community Center. After a traditional Malay lunch, enjoy a scenic cable-car ride to the top of Table Mountain for stunning 360-degree views over the city. Tonight, enjoy dinner at a popular local restaurant! (B,L,D) LOCAL FAVORITE SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Explore Cape Town’s neighborhood that was founded by former slaves in the 1750s. Today, Bo-Kaap is a melting pot of cultures within its National Heritage sites. Stroll past vibrantly hued houses ranging from lime-green and pink to orange, reflective of Dutch and British architecture. Your Local Guide shares fascinating stories of this lively neighborhood where the aromas of fragrant spices waft from local restaurants and spice shops. Enjoy lunch with your small group, followed by a cable-car ride to take in the 360-degree views from the top of Table Mountain
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Rocky Coast & Beach Life Take a scenic drive along stunning Chapman’s Peak Drive en route to Cape Point Nature Reserve. Stop at the Cape of Good Hope before arriving at Cape Point. Ride a funicular to the steps of the old lighthouse with panoramic views of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. After lunch at a local seafront restaurant, visit Boulders Beach to see a colony of endangered African penguins. Free time this evening. (B,L) TOUR HIGHLIGHT TUXEDO JUNCTION Jackets aren’t required on Boulders Beach, even though the residents look dressed to the hilt. The only penguins found on the continent, African penguins are known for the unique sound they make. Colonies can be found from southern Namibia all the way around the South African coast, and Boulders Beach is the premiere viewing spot
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Free to Wander Full day at leisure for your own discoveries in this beautiful city. (B) ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME EXPLORE MORE Today, consider exploring the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, take an excursion to the stunning Cape Winelands for wine tasting, or go whale watching in nearby Hermanus (June-December). Optional excursions are available for purchase with MyGlobus
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Operation Safari Fly to Hoedspruit and continue to the Makalali Private Game Reserve, a wildlife‑rich haven ideal for spotting Africa’s famed “Big Five”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo—on guided game drives. Sip sundowner drinks as the sky blazes with color before returning to your lodge for a delicious dinner. As part of the Globus family of brands’ Lighthouse Project, your stay also supports the Endangered Wildlife Trust’s Conservation Canine Project—training dogs to track and deter poachers—as well as the Lion Recovery Fund, dedicated to restoring lion populations and their natural habitats. (B,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Climb aboard your custom safari vehicle for an afternoon game drive with a skilled tracker and professional Ranger who share fascinating facts about this wildlife paradise, while helping to spot the majestic creatures who call Makalali Private Game Reserve their home. Quench your thirst after today’s safari with a traditional sundowner experience with cocktails in true safari tradition with your small group. TOUR HIGHLIGHT ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT Staying in a Private Game Reserve is the ultimate safari experience in South Africa. Go off-road to get close to the wildlife at Makalali Main Lodge, a stylish lodge featuring regional African cuisine, bar/lounge, pool, and spa facilities. Each spacious room features views from a private balcony, air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, safe, and a large ensuite bathroom with indoor and outdoor showers!
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Makalali Magic Rise early for coffee and tea before your morning game drive. Keep an eye out for big cats after their night of hunting. Other animals you may see include kudu, impala, giraffe, hippo, cheetah, spotted hyena, wildebeest, and more. Return for breakfast mid-morning, followed by time to relax at your lodge. Afternoon game drive with sundowner drinks. (B,L,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE As evening settles softly over the wilderness, follow your guide into the open bush for a sundowner experience steeped in the haunting beauty and daring spirit of Africa’s earliest adventurers. The air cools and fills with the earthy scent of acacia and wild sage, mingling with the faint sweetness of sun‑warmed grasses. Lantern light flickers against the gathering shadows as you raise a glass, the horizon glowing in its final amber hues. In this moment—bathed in wild scents, ancient sounds, and fading day—you’ll feel the timeless thrill of those who once roamed these untamed lands with nothing but courage and curiosity as their compass
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Spotting Skills Sharpen your game-spotting skills on your morning and afternoon game drives. Watch for African buffalo, reintroduced to the area after an absence of more than 50 years, reuniting the “Big Five” to roam freely in the Greater Makalali Nature Reserve. After Sundowners, enjoy dinner prepared by a skilled chef featuring African cuisine representing cooking styles left behind by centuries of exploration on this great continent. (B,L,D) ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME EXPLORE MORE When not on a game drive, do as the lions do with a rest in the heat of the day. Enjoy your lodge amenities, swim in the pool, kick back on a viewing deck or your private balcony to watch nearby wildlife
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A Jaunt to Joburg Savor one last game drive at dawn, as the wilderness stirs to life in the soft morning light. Your ranger leads you across open plains and through acacia dotted bushveld, offering a final opportunity to spot iconic wildlife and soak in the magic of the reserve before you say farewell. Return to the lodge for breakfast before transferring to the airstrip for your flight from Hoedspruit to Johannesburg. Arriving in the city by afternoon, enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure—relax at your hotel, explore nearby shops and restaurants, or simply unwind as you transition from the bush to the urban rhythm of Johannesburg. (B)
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From the Dark Enters Light Guided sightseeing includes a visit to [LF] Soweto (Southwestern Township) with a local community member. Along the way, see the neighborhood that was home to two Nobel Peace Prize winners: Archbishop Desmond Tutu and Nelson Mandela. Visit Mandela House, where Nelson Mandela lived with his family from 1946 to around 1960, when he was forced underground to elude arrest. Also learn about the impact of his wife, Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, known as the “Mother of the Nation” and a formidable anti-apartheid activists. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit Constitution Hill, a museum that tells the story of South Africa’s journey to democracy. (B,L) LOCAL FAVORITE A BEACON OF LIGHT Soweto, the largest township in the country, is a part of South Africa’s turbulent past, but this multicultural area is also a reflection of today and hope for tomorrow. Your Local Guide shares insightful stories as you see the Hector Pieterson Memorial and the former neighborhoods of Nobel Peace Prize winners, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, and Nelson Mandela, featuring the Mandela House—former home of the legendary human rights leader
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Zoom to Zimbabwe & Sunset Sensations Fly to Zimbabwe and transfer to your hotel. Take a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. The remainder of the evening is at your leisure. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHT THE RIVER WILD Transfer to the Zambezi River’s edge and board the cruise boat. You’ll be treated like royalty as you take in the scenery and watch for wildlife while sipping and sampling from a selection of included drinks and canapés. Your cruise culminates in a spectacular African sunset!
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Smoke on the Water Take a guided walk at Victoria Falls, or Mosi-oa-Tunya (the smoke that thunders), as the locals call it, due to the clouds of mist produced by the cascading cataracts. Learn about the history of the falls and fascinating facts about the local flora and fauna with plentiful photo opportunities. Free time late morning and early afternoon. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner on the banks of the Zambezi River, featuring a menu of African-fusion dishes using fresh local ingredients. (B,D) ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME EXPLORE MORE Soar high above the falls on an optional helicopter ride or visit a nearby village to experience the local culture. Optional excursions are available for purchase at MyGlobus
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Safe travels until we meet again! Fly to Johannesburg. Schedule departing flights after 7:30 pm. (B)