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Transportation:
Kenya: private 4-wheel drive safari vehicle carries up to six people, and features a pop-up roof for easy game viewing/photography; Victoria Falls & Cape Town: private vehicle; Chobe National Park Area: shared 4-wheel-drive safari vehicle and boat (varies by lodge/camp); Kruger National Park Area: shared 4-wheel drive safari vehicle; private road transfer from Victoria Falls to Chobe Area; private (Kenya, Victoria Falls & Cape Town) or shared (Chobe Area & Kruger Area) transfers to/from airport for all intra-vacation flights; intra-vacation flights and taxes.
Breakfast daily; 7 lunches; 8 dinners
Day 1
Welcome to Africa! Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in
Day 2
This morning, visit the elephant orphanage at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, founded by Dame Daphne Sheldrick. Here, you will learn about elephant conservation and meet elephant calves, orphaned by poachers, before they are re-introduced to the wild. Afterwards, fly to Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most famous game area, and set out on your first game drive in search of the “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo
Breakfast
DinnerDay 3
The “Mara,” as it is called by the locals, is part of the Serengeti ecosystem and boasts a strong permanent population of game. When the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra arrives the population enlarges by almost 2 million. This provides a great food source for lion, leopard, and hyena. You’ll have ample opportunity to spot these predators and many other animals on morning and afternoon game drives with your expert Driver/Guide
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 4
Further explore this magical place during morning and afternoon game drives. Watch for elephant, rhino, topi, cheetah, and more. Between game drives, relax at your safari lodge or tented camp
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 5
This morning, enjoy some time at leisure or join your Driver/Guide for one last game drive. Later, board a plane for the short flight back to Nairobi where you will overnight
BreakfastDay 6
This morning, fly to Zimbabwe. This evening, enjoy a cruise on the Zambezi River, which affords you a great opportunity to photograph wildlife and a spectacular African Sunset
BreakfastDay 7
Today, visit mighty Victoria Falls for an awe-inspiring experience. Enjoy a private guided walk, where you will learn the history of the falls and hear fascinating details about the surrounding flora and fauna. The remainder of the day is at your leisure
BreakfastDay 8
Today, a private transfer brings you to Chobe National Park, featuring some of the greatest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. Enjoy an afternoon game activity before dinner. (B,L,D)
NOTE:
Shared game activities in Chobe vary by lodge, but mainly consist of game drives/boat excursions
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 9
Explore this stunning land on morning and afternoon game activities. You may see giraffe, lion, lechwe, and huge herds of elephant. It is said that these are the largest elephants in the world. Spend the middle of the day at your leisure
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 10
Today, fly to beautiful Cape Town (via Johannesburg), widely referred to as the “Mother City” by locals
BreakfastDay 11
Start your private guided tour with a cable-car ride up Table Mountain for stunning views of the city, Robben Island, and the Cape Winelands. Next, stop at Boulders Beach to visit a colony of endangered African Penguins, known for the unique sound they make. After lunch, continue on to Cape Point Nature Reserve. Stop at the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point, for a scenic funicular ride to the steps of the old lighthouse. On your return journey, skirt the rocky coastline as you ascend Chapman’s Peak Drive, one of the most spectacular drives in the world
BreakfastLunchDay 12
Enjoy a full day at your leisure. Your Local Host is happy to make recommendations
BreakfastDay 13
Today, fly to the Kruger National Park Area and check in to your lodge in a private game reserve. The Kruger area is famous for its abundance of wildlife, so you have a great chance to see the “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo. Set out on your first game drive this afternoon in an open-air, 4-wheel-drive safari vehicle
Breakfast
DinnerDay 14
Your skilled, professional Ranger will help you learn about this special ecosystem as you view wildlife up close on morning and afternoon game drives. Beyond the “Big 5,” you’ll have the chance to see kudu, giraffe, hippo, cheetah, spotted hyena, bushbaby, and more!
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 15
Embark on your morning game drive before returning to your lodge for breakfast and time at leisure. Take advantage of the lodge pool, relax with a book, or enjoy a drink at the bar. Your afternoon game drive concludes with a sundowner drink as the sun sets over the bushveld!
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 16
Enjoy one last game drive this morning before flying to Johannesburg where your vacation ends. Schedule departing flights after 5:30 pm
BreakfastDay 17
ARRIVE IN NAIROBI, KENYA
Day 18
NAIROBI–MAASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE AREA
Day 19
MAASAI MARA AREA
Day 20
MAASAI MARA AREA
Day 21
MAASAI MARA AREA–NAIROBI
Day 22
NAIROBI–VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE
Day 23
VICTORIA FALLS
Day 24
VICTORIA FALLS–CHOBE NATIONAL PARK AREA, BOTSWANA
Day 25
CHOBE AREA
Day 26
CHOBE AREA–CAPE TOWN
Day 27
CAPE TOWN
Day 28
CAPE TOWN
Day 29
CAPE TOWN–KRUGER NATIONAL PARK AREA
Day 30
KRUGER AREA
Day 31
KRUGER AREA
Day 32
KRUGER AREA–JOHANNESBURG–DEPARTURE
Day 33
BreakfastDinner
Day 34
BreakfastLunchDinner
Day 35
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Day 36
Breakfast
Day 37
Breakfast
Day 38
Breakfast
Day 39
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Day 40
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Day 41
Breakfast
Day 42
BreakfastLunch
Day 43
Breakfast
Day 44
BreakfastDinner
Day 45
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Day 46
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Day 47
Breakfast
Day 48 ARRIVE IN NAIROBI, KENYA.
Welcome to Africa! Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in
Day 49 NAIROBI–MAASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE AREA.
This morning, visit the elephant orphanage at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, founded by Dame Daphne Sheldrick. Here, you will learn about elephant conservation and meet elephant calves, orphaned by poachers, before they are re-introduced to the wild. Afterwards, fly to Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most famous game area, and set out on your first game drive in search of the “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo
Breakfast
DinnerDay 50 MAASAI MARA AREA.
The “Mara,” as it is called by the locals, is part of the Serengeti ecosystem and boasts a strong permanent population of game. When the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra arrives the population enlarges by almost 2 million. This provides a great food source for lion, leopard, and hyena. You’ll have ample opportunity to spot these predators and many other animals on morning and afternoon game drives with your expert Driver/Guide
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 51 MAASAI MARA AREA.
Further explore this magical place during morning and afternoon game drives. Watch for elephant, rhino, topi, cheetah, and more. Between game drives, relax at your safari lodge or tented camp
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 52 MAASAI MARA AREA–NAIROBI.
This morning, enjoy some time at leisure or join your Driver/Guide for one last game drive. Later, board a plane for the short flight back to Nairobi where you will overnight
BreakfastDay 53 NAIROBI–VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE.
This morning, fly to Zimbabwe. This evening, enjoy a cruise on the Zambezi River, which affords you a great opportunity to photograph wildlife and a spectacular African Sunset
BreakfastDay 54 VICTORIA FALLS.
Today, visit mighty Victoria Falls for an awe-inspiring experience. Enjoy a private guided walk, where you will learn the history of the falls and hear fascinating details about the surrounding flora and fauna. The remainder of the day is at your leisure
BreakfastDay 55 VICTORIA FALLS–CHOBE NATIONAL PARK AREA, BOTSWANA.
Today, a private transfer brings you to Chobe National Park, featuring some of the greatest concentrations of wildlife in Africa. Enjoy an afternoon game activity before dinner. (B,L,D)
NOTE:
Shared game activities in Chobe vary by lodge, but mainly consist of game drives/boat excursions
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 56 CHOBE AREA.
Explore this stunning land on morning and afternoon game activities. You may see giraffe, lion, lechwe, and huge herds of elephant. It is said that these are the largest elephants in the world. Spend the middle of the day at your leisure
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 57 CHOBE AREA–CAPE TOWN.
Today, fly to beautiful Cape Town (via Johannesburg), widely referred to as the “Mother City” by locals
BreakfastDay 58 CAPE TOWN.
Start your private guided tour with a cable-car ride up Table Mountain for stunning views of the city, Robben Island, and the Cape Winelands. Next, stop at Boulders Beach to visit a colony of endangered African Penguins, known for the unique sound they make. After lunch, continue on to Cape Point Nature Reserve. Stop at the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point, for a scenic funicular ride to the steps of the old lighthouse. On your return journey, skirt the rocky coastline as you ascend Chapman’s Peak Drive, one of the most spectacular drives in the world
BreakfastLunchDay 59 CAPE TOWN.
Enjoy a full day at your leisure. Your Local Host is happy to make recommendations
BreakfastDay 60 CAPE TOWN–KRUGER NATIONAL PARK AREA.
Today, fly to the Kruger National Park Area and check in to your lodge in a private game reserve. The Kruger area is famous for its abundance of wildlife, so you have a great chance to see the “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo. Set out on your first game drive this afternoon in an open-air, 4-wheel-drive safari vehicle
Breakfast
DinnerDay 61 KRUGER AREA.
Your skilled, professional Ranger will help you learn about this special ecosystem as you view wildlife up close on morning and afternoon game drives. Beyond the “Big 5,” you’ll have the chance to see kudu, giraffe, hippo, cheetah, spotted hyena, bushbaby, and more!
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 62 KRUGER AREA.
Embark on your morning game drive before returning to your lodge for breakfast and time at leisure. Take advantage of the lodge pool, relax with a book, or enjoy a drink at the bar. Your afternoon game drive concludes with a sundowner drink as the sun sets over the bushveld!
BreakfastLunch
DinnerDay 63 KRUGER AREA–JOHANNESBURG–DEPARTURE.
Enjoy one last game drive this morning before flying to Johannesburg where your vacation ends. Schedule departing flights after 5:30 pm.
Eka Hotel Nairobi
Moderate First-Class
Along Mombasa Road Nairobi Kenya
Ideally located along Mombasa Road, this stylish hotel offers complimentary Wi-Fi hot spots, two restaurants, two bars, laundry and concierge services, a gym, and an outdoor swimming pool set in lush gardens.
Nairobi Serena Hotel
Superior First-Class
Kenyatta Ave. Nairobi Kenya
Despite its central location, the Nairobi Serena hotel is a quiet sanctuary amid the bustle of one of Africa's most dynamic cities. The interior décor reflects an entirely pan-African theme featuring art and inspiration from Ethiopia, the Maghreb, West Africa and East Africa. Offering a wide range of dining experiences, The Nairobi Serena is renowned for its 'Mandhari' fine-dining restaurant, which is universally acknowledged as one of Kenya's finest.
Elewana Sand River Masai Mara
Deluxe
Maasai Mara National Reserve Kenya
Sand River in the Maasai Mara replicates the heyday of exclusive permanent tented camps of the late 1920's. The carefully crafted interior designs mirror this period perfectly and are reminiscent of countless Hollywood movies that paid homage to the classic era of African adventure. The camp features just 16 tented accommodations, a sparkling pool, comfortable lounge, library, and wine cellar. Service standards are exceptional and the location was carefully chosen for optimal an optimal game viewing experience.
Electricity is provided 24 hours a day.
Sarova Mara Camp
First-Class
Maasai Mara National Reserve Kenya
Sarova Mara Camp is situated in the Maasai Mara Game Reserve, offering a front seat to the rolling plains of East Africa. The camp offers an unparalleled plethora of activities and experiences from tented living to bird-watching to a unique insight into the Maasai culture at the adjoining Maasai village. The large grounds are beautifully laid out with exotic trees and indigenous shrubs.
Mara Sopa Lodge
First-Class
C14, Keekorok, Oloolaimutia Valley Maasai Mara National Reserve Kenya
Set in expansive wooded gardens, the lodge has an ethnic design that incorporates traditional round buildings with thatched roofs and cottage-style guestrooms featuring verandas and ensuite bathrooms.
Ilala Lodge
First-Class
411 Livingstone Way Victoria Falls Zimbabwe
Ilala Lodge provides distinguished accommodation in a gracious and secluded ambiance. The hotel is the closest to Victoria Falls as well as the town center. Wild animals often graze on the hotel lawns with the spray of the falls in the background.
Victoria Falls Safari Club
Superior First-Class
Stand 471 Squire Cummings Ave. Victoria Falls Zimbabwe
Overlooking Zambezi National Park, Victoria Falls Safari Club is in a rural location where African history and nature bring an atmosphere of exclusive African uniqueness. The hotel features private check-in, butler service, a restaurant, bar, outdoor pool, complimentary cocktail hour and 24 hour room service.
The Kingdom at Victoria Falls
Moderate First-Class
1 Mallet Drive Victoria Falls Zimbabwe
The Kingdom at Victoria falls is situated within the Victoria Falls National Park where game, ranging from Warthog to Elephant roam freely. Its distinctive architectural design is based on the great Zimbabwe monument. A unique water feature in the form of a man made lake gives inward facing rooms the impression of having been built on the edge of the lake.
Ngoma Safari Lodge
Deluxe
Chobe Forest Conservancy, Kachikau Road Chobe National Park Botswana
With just 12 suites Ngoma Safari Lodge offers and intimate safari experience. The buildings are all made from natural materials and blend seamlessly with their surroundings. Ethnic fabrics, building material, and artifacts provide a local touch. The lodge is also positioned to feature panoramic views over the legendary Chobe River with many opportunities to see elephants, zebra, and buffalo grazing on the floodplain. The central area of the lodge houses the reception area, lounge, dining room, bar, and a plunge pool. A well-positioned viewing deck gives guests a perfect setting from which to enjoy a beautifully prepared evening meal with views over a floodlit waterhole frequented by elephants and other game.
Electricity is provided 24 hours a day.
Chobe Game Lodge
Superior First-Class
Kasane Chobe National Park Botswana
Picturesquely situated overlooking the Chobe River and the Caprivi floodplains, the iconic Chobe Game Lodge is the only permanent safari lodge within the Chobe National Park. All safari activities are tailored to suit individual requirements. Game drives, game viewing by small boats with a maximum capacity of twelve guests, sunset cruises along the Chobe River and after-dinner stargazing are offered.
Electricity is provided 24 hours a day.
Chobe Bush Lodge
First-Class
Chobe National Park Kasane Botswana
Featuring classic bush ambiance, Chobe Bush Lodge is a haven of beautiful design and desirable amenities near the banks of Botswana's Chobe River.
Southern Sun The Cullinan
Superior First-Class
1 Cullinan Street Cape Town South Africa
Southern Sun The Cullinan offers travelers easy access to all that Cape Town has to offer including the popular Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Complementing the rich, cultural heritage of Cape Town through timeless architecture, the opulent décor creates a mood that is a world away from home, while service and attention to detail ensure your every need is taken care of.
SunSquare Cape Town Gardens
Moderate First-Class
10 Mill Street Gardens Cape Town South Africa
"Situated near the Cape Town city bowl in the lush suburb of Gardens, the beautifully renovated SunSquare Cape Town Gardens hotel offers guests a contemporary hideaway. The hotel¿s 136 well-appointed rooms are equipped with a host of amenities including air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi.
The hotel also offers a gym and an inviting outdoor pool."
The Table Bay Hotel
Deluxe
Quay 6 Cape Town South Africa
Located in the heart of the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, the hub of one of the world's most picturesque working harbors and close to the arrival point for cruise liners, this breathtaking hotel combines the elegance of the stunning neo-Victorian architecture with traditional hospitality. The rooms command magnificent views over the bay to famous Robben Island, and inwards to the city and the iconic outline of Table Mountain.
Kapama Southern Camp
Superior First-Class
Kapama Private Game Reserve Kruger National Park Area South Africa
Kapama Southern Camp, with 25 suites, is situated in the southern most part of Kapama Private Game Reserve. Guests are treated like royalty by the friendly staff and are encouraged to take a break from the African sun in the stunning swimming pool, or to relax in the lounge with a stylish cocktail. As you relax you may even some of the many animals that pass close to the lodge on a frequent basis. The camp serves breakfast and lunch in an open air setting and dinner under the stars in a traditional Boma.
Electricity is provided 24 hours a day.
Shiduli Private Game Lodge
First-Class
Karongwe Private Game Reserve Kruger National Park Area South Africa
Fringing the Karongwe Game Reserve, Shiduli Private Game Lodge embodies grace and elegance, yet exudes unsurpassed warmth and hospitality. Guests can step into the relaxed ambience of the lodge with its lush indigenous garden dappled in shade, lounges with Internet facilities, bar, huge sparkling pool, and thatched dining areas punctuated with original South African art.
Kapama Karula
Deluxe
Kapama Private Game Reserve Kruger National Park Area South Africa
Set on the Klaserie River in Kapama Private Game Reserve, Kapama Karula offers true luxury in the bush with just 12 suites. Karula means ""place of peace"" in the native tongue and upon arrival you will see why. The contemporary yet African feel to the camp will satisfy and exceed the expectations of even the most discerning connoisseurs. With floor-to-ceiling glass doors and skylights the cozy open plan lounge and bar area is a day time favorite to enjoy a drink or just sit back and enjoy the sights Karula has to offer. The outside wooden deck overlooking the Klaserie river gives you the opportunity to enjoy the tranquil atmosphere and magnificent vistas the camp has to offer while the welcoming pool offers a great way to relax during the heat of the day.
Electricity is provided 24 hours a day.
Makalali Main Lodge
Superior First-Class
Makalali Private Game Reserve Kruger National Park Area South Africa
Makalali Main Lodge is a newly built lodge located in Makalali Private Game Reserve. Enjoy the luxury of air-conditioned rooms with comfortable interiors of classic leather and wood furnishings. The central area is designed with rustic features that effortlessly bring outside elements indoors. The outside area is distinctively designed around the natural surrounds, with a spacious deck area built around indigenous trees that overlook a watering hole. This is the ideal spot to view wildlife and appreciate the scenery. The large crystal blue rim-flow pool is equally spectacular! Its comfortable chairs and sun-loungers create an inviting ambience. Enjoy an array of African cuisine in main dining area with its distinct fireplace that connects the bar lounge and dining area. Furthermore, the spa offers a variety of therapeutic treatments and the library offers a quiet space to relax with a book.
Sandton Sun
Moderate Deluxe
Corner Fifth and Alice Streets Johannesburg South Africa
Built in 1984, the hotel is every inch a grand property, offering guests the ultimate "red carpet experience". This is punctuated by staff who strive to provide superb VIP treatment for all who pass through the doors. Situated in Sandton, the heart of Johannesburg's new Central Business District, guests are perfectly located within easy reach of the city's finest entertainment and leisure amenities.
Garden Court Sandton City
Moderate First-Class
Corner West & Maude Streets Johannesburg South Africa
Garden Court Sandton City is ideally situated in Johannesburg's northern suburbs. Urban design creates an informal and relaxed atmosphere while the staff provide outstanding service. An outdoor swimming pool and bar make for great areas to rest after a day of sightseeing.