Escorted Tours
One of the most culturally and geographically diverse places on earth, South Africa, fondly known by locals as the 'Rainbow Nation', boasts 11 official languages and its inhabitants are influenced by a fascinating mix of cultures. Discover the gourmet restaurants, impressive art scene, vibrant nightlife and beautiful beaches of Cape Town. Enjoy a local braai (barbecue) in the Soweto Township, browse the bustling Indian Markets in Durban or sample some of the world's finest wines at the Myriad Wine Estates dotting the Cape Winelands. Some historical attractions to explore include the Zululand Battlefields of KwaZulu-Natal, the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg and Robben Island, just off the coast of Cape Town. Above all else, its untamed wilderness is astonishing, wildlife roams freely across massive unfenced game reserves such as the world-famous Kruger National Park.
Upon arrival in Cape Town, you will be met and transferred to the hotel for check-in. The afternoon is free to familiarise yourself with your hotel and the wonderful city of Cape Town.
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After breakfast, you will be picked up for a morning half day Cape Town City and Table Mountain Tour. Take a ride up the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway (weather permitting). Tour of the 'Mother City' includes a drive past Houses of Parliament, City Hall, Cape Castle and SlaveLodge, the Bo-Kaap Cape Malay District and the Green Market Square. Cape Town City & Table Mountain Half Day tour provides you with an enriching orientation of the 'Mother City', either in the morning or afternoon. This immersive experience includes visits to significant landmarks such as the South African Museum and Company Gardens, the Parliament buildings, the Castle of Good Hope and the bustling Green Market Square. Guests are treated to breathtaking views from Signal Hill offering a panoramic perspective of the city. The tour also includes a stroll through Bo-Kaap, a vibrant neighbourhood known for its colourful homes and rich cultural heritage. The tour includes entrance fees, a registered tourist guide in an air-conditioned vehicle and the option to visit Table Mountain. Table Mountain is the most iconic landmark of South Africa. Aside from being the country's most photographed attraction and the perfect place to take photos of the landscape of Cape Town, it is also home to about 2,200 species of plants and 1,470 floral species, many of which are endemic to the mountain. Animal species that can be spotted on the mountain include caracals, rock hyraxes and chacma baboons. The flat top peak of the mountain reaches 1,086 metres above sea level, but being so close to the sea and to the city, its features look more imposing. In the afternoon visit the Mojo Market for local food and entertainment. Mojo Market is an exciting 7 day a week food and lifestyle market close to the Pavilion in beautiful Sea Point. With live music by local musicians, sport screenings, a wide variety of food stalls and an artisan retail offering, as well as four bars, one of which boasts the widest selection of beverages on tap in the Southern Hemisphere, there truly is something for everyone. Return to your hotel for your overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast
Today, enjoy a full day tour of Cape Point with a transfer to Hout Bay and a half hour cruise to Seal Island. Then continue on to Cape Point and reach the Cape of Good Hope, where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet. Afternoon visit to the Penguins at Boulders Beach. Cape Point is a spectacular sight, covered in endemic fynbos and home to breathtaking bays, beaches and rolling green hills and valleys, just 60 kms outside of Cape Town. Cape Point falls within the Cape Floral Region, a World Heritage Site. The Cape Floral Region is one of the richest areas for plants in the world and is home to nearly 20% of Africa's flora. Cape Point is open daily and is a must-see. The Flying Dutchman Funicular takes visitors at Cape Point up to the Lighthouse, where there is an outstanding view of the point and ocean. The Funicular is named after a ghost ship whose destiny it is to sail the oceans forever. More information can be found at the Museum. Boulders Beach is located in Cape Town, South Africa. It is a sheltered beach made up of inlets between granite boulders and crystal clear waters. The area is home to one of the largest breeding colonies of African Penguins. You can observe the Penguins up close from elevated boardwalks while enjoying beautiful views. It is a popular location for swimming, snorkelling and birdwatching. Circe Launches Seal Island Cruise has a duration of between 40 and 60 minutes. Calypso, is the only glass bottomed open motorboat in South Africa, designed for passenger comfort and safety with ample outside deck seating, upper deck viewing and comfortable inside cabin seating. During good visibility, passengers are able to get a first hand view of the kelp forests and the abundant sea life at Duiker Island/Seal Island. The boat's powerful engines enable crew to bring the vessel within metres of the island, for a really close up view of the Cape fur seals in their natural environment. Return to the hotel for your overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast
Have breakfast at the hotel and depart on a full day Winelands tour. In the morning, enjoy a Franschhoek Tram ride and visit various wine farms (wine tastings for own account). The Franschhoek Wine Tram hop-on hop-off tour is one of the best ways to discover the true essence of the Franschhoek Valleys' picturesque vineyards, breathtaking scenery, warm hospitality, world-class cuisine, fine wines and a 300 year history. The tour takes passengers right into the heart of the Franschhoek Valley, with a narration focusing on the history of Franschhoek and wine cultivation in the valley, complimentary wine tastings and unparalleled views of the valley and vineyards. Passengers aboard the hop-on hop-off tour will experience a unique and leisurely way to see the Franschhoek Valley as they journey through rolling vineyards in an open-sided tram and open-air tram-bus, stopping in at some of South Africa's oldest and most distinguished wine estates. During each stop, passengers can experience various activities, be it wine tasting, a cellar tour, lunch or simply a stroll through the vineyards. In the afternoon visit the Spice Route with a variety of local tasting experience, Wine / Craft Beer / Chocolate and Artisan Cold Meats. Five centuries ago the ancient mariners braved uncharted seas to round the Cape in search of exotic spices. Their nerve and dash inspired Charles Back to found the Spice Route Winery in 1997. Charles had bought the farm Klein Amoskuil and this Malmesbury based farm is now home to Spice Route's Swartland terroir styled wines. The Spice Route Winery has found its signature wine style in the warm rolling hills along the Cape West Coast. Matching traditional practices in the vineyards with modern, minimalist approaches in the cellar, they produce exceptionally ripe and deep flavoured wines. The deep red soils sustain unirrigated bush vine through the long warm summers. These harsh conditions are tempered by cool Atlantic breezes rolling in overnight. In its few years since inception had a stratospheric climb into the top echelons of the South African wine industry. Return to the hotel for your overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, meet your guide and transfer to CPT International Airport for your regional flight to Walvis Bay (flight cost not included). Upon arrival, there will be a Meet & Greet at Walvis Bay Airport. Take a drive through the desert to visit the Moon Landscape and the ancient Welwitschia Plants. The Moon Landscape is located near the coastal town of Swakopmund and can be accessed via a picturesque drive through the Namib-Naukluft Park. An eerie mysterious landscape has been constructed through years of erosion of soft layers of earth that were deposited in this area over 450 million years ago. Found in the Namib Desert, Welwitschia is a remarkable plant known for its longevity with some living for over a thousand years. Visitors can marvel at these unique plants in their natural habitat, taking guided tours to learn about their adaptation to extreme desert conditions. Continue to the quaint coastal town of Swakopmund and check-in at the hotel. Dinner tonight is at a restaurant in Swakopmund. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to nearby Walvis Bay (30 kms) to join a boat cruise to the Pelican Pint Peninsula Seal Colonies. Join a boat cruise off the bay of Walvis Bay, all along to the Seal colonies of Pelican Point Peninsula. Enjoy fresh Walvis Bay Oysters, sparkling wine, a light lunch and drinks onboard while watching the playful Seals, aquatic birds and Dolphins. With a bit of luck also Whales and other sea dwellers. The Namibia Dolphin & Seal Catamaran Cruise is a photographers dream as well as a perfect time to relax. When there is no wind the vessel uses the engines, which make virtually no noise, otherwise, the wind guides the vessel silently through the 100 km2 lagoon area, which is protected by a natural sandbank called Pelican Point, home to a large colony of Cape Fur Seals. The calm waters of the lagoon together with the large stable sailing catamaran offers a perfect platform to view these marine wonders. Back on land, we will have a photo stop at the lagoon to view some aquatic birds before driving through the Namib Desert to the Sossusvlei region. Cross the Kuiseb Canyons, Kuiseb Pass and the Tropic of Capricorn (5 Hr drive). Mysterious and remote, the Kuiseb Canyon was carved aeons ago by the Kuiseb River, which runs mainly underground. This deep fissure is flanked by steep folds of rock on one side and the copper coloured sand dunes of the Namib Desert on the other and shelters several wildlife species that are acclimatised to the region’s harsh environment including Hyena, Buck and even Leopard. The Kuiseb Pass takes you through the Kuiseb Canyon, the watercourse of which only flows occasionally but often enough to halt the advance of the red sands of the Namib. The most visited point of the Tropic of Capricorn is located in the Namibia Desert between the little dwelling of Solitaire and the Kuiseb Canyons. This is the typical travel route between Sossusvlei and the coastal towns of Walvis Bay and Swakopmund. The Tropic of Capricorn has the approximate latitude of 23.5 degrees South. This is one of the 5 major circles of latitude and the southernmost point of latitude from where the sun can be seen directly overhead. This point of latitude runs through various other countries such as Brazil, Mozambique and Australia. Dinner is at the lodge in Sossusvlei. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, we depart early this morning to the dune of the Sossusvlei area visiting the Dead Vlei, Sossusvlei and Dune 45. This ancient clay pan was once an oasis, studded with acacias and fed by a river that suddenly changed course, leaving the earth to dry up along with the trees it previously supported. So dry were the climatic conditions that the trees never decomposed. Instead they were entirely leached of moisture so that today, 900 years later, they remain as desiccated, blackened sentinels dotting the pan’s cracked surface. Surrounded by the red-pink dunes of the Namibia Desert, they create a surreal spectacle that is a photographer's dream. It is a 1.1 km hike on foot to reach the Dead Vlei. The Dead Vlei is flanked by the Big Daddy dune, known to be the highest sand dune on earth. Located in the scenic Namib-Naukluft National Park, Sossusvlei is where you will find the iconic red sand dunes of the Namib. The clear blue skies contrast with the giant red dunes to make this one of the most scenic natural wonders of Africa and a photographer's heaven. This awe inspiring destination is possibly Namibia's premier attraction with its unique dunes rising to almost 400 metres making them some of the highest in the world. These iconic dunes come alive in morning and evening light and draw photography enthusiasts from around the globe. Sossusvlei is home to a variety of desert wildlife including Oryx, Springbok, Ostrich and a variety of reptiles. Visitors can climb 'Big Daddy', one of Sossusvlei’s tallest dunes, explore Deadvlei, which is a white, salt, claypan dotted with ancient trees, or for the more extravagant, scenic flights and hot air ballooning are on offer, followed by a once in a lifetime Champagne breakfast amidst these majestic dunes. Named for its location 45 kilometres past the town of Sesriem, Dune 45 is renowned for its elegant shape, which, along with its position close to the road, have earned it the distinction of ‘most photographed dune in the world’. If you’re not keen for the strenuous hike to the top of Big Daddy, Dune 45 is a more forgiving alternative, standing at only 80 metres and featuring a much gentler gradient. Enjoy lunch at a nearby lodge before visiting Sestriem Canyon before returning to the lodge in Sossusvlei. Sesriem Canyon is located 5 kms from the entrance gate to the dunes of Sossusvlei. It is a deep chasm carved through the rocks by water, is a striking natural feature of the area that is best explored on foot. Stony walls rise up sharply on both sides of the canyon, while birds roost in its crags and lizards dart along the ledges. The canyon’s name was coined when early settlers used it as a water source, using six lengths of leather (‘ses riem – six thongs) tied together to lower buckets into the water at the base of canyon. Sesriem Canyon is best viewed at midday when the sun affords most light for photography in the narrow gorges, ideally after visiting the dunes and on the way out of the park. This afternoon, there is an optional excursion through the beautiful desert landscapes. Enjoy dinner at the lodge. Optional Excursion: • Sunrise and sundowner guided quad-bike excursion (we regret that children younger than 12 cannot participate). View a magnificent sunrise or sunset over the Tsaris Mountains surrounded by the majestic dunes. Please Note: the dead trees should not be touched so they will be there for many more people to see and photograph. Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy breakfast before departing the lodge to drive 5 Hrs to Windhoek with lunch en route. Upon arrival in Windhoek, enjoy a Windhoek City Tour with a visit to the Craft Centre. Windhoek is the Capital of Namibia, in the country’s central highlands. A tour of the city shows you the rich history of the relatively small city. On a hilltop in the city centre are the 1890's Alte Feste, a former military headquarters with historical exhibits, the Independence Memorial Museum, the 'Ink Palace', which is the building of Parliament with its parliament gardens and one of the most photographed landmarks, the Christ Church, which is a sandstone building towering above the city centre. The main street has many old buildings dating back to the 1900's alongside modern high rise architecture. The Namibia Craft Centre is located in the heart of the city and has become known as the leading retail space for handmade crafts, gifts and curios in Namibia. It provides a platform for Namibian handicrafts ranging from jewelry to clothing, essential oils and creams to carved tree roots all under one roof. Dinner tonight is in Windhoek (either buffet at the hotel or at Joe's Beerhouse or at an Indian/Thai/Chinese Restaurant - please advise your choice). The legendary Joe's Beerhouse in Windhoek is a must visit for locals and tourists alike. Founded in 1991, this quirky restaurant offers a lively atmosphere and an extensive menu featuring a delicious fusion of Namibian and German cuisine. The walls are adorned with founder Joe Gross's travel memorabilia, creating a unique and inviting ambiance. Don't miss the opportunity to savour game meat options like Springbok or Crocodile, paired with a refreshing Namibian Beer. Joe's Beerhouse promises a memorable dining experience that will leave you wanting to return. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast transfer to Windhoek International Airport for your International flight home. Meals: Breakfast
Tour Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (erm)
