Land and Cruise
Upon arrival in Cape Town, passengers are welcome to check-in to their 4 star hotel starting from 15:00pm. After settling into your room, enjoy dinner on your own before spending the night at the hotel.
After breakfast, enjoy a panoramic tour of the city. Cape Town is a meticulously preserved city with modern towers in the centre, cobblestone roads and a bounty of historical monuments. We will then take the Table Mountain Cableway to soak up the 360 degree views of Table Bay and the nearby peaks of the surrounding mountains (if the weather allows it). After the lunch, visit the Groot Constantia Estate, considered the oldest vineyard in South Africa. We will visit the cellar followed by a tasting. Enjoy dinner at the hotel tonight. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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During the first part of our day, we will visit a place that needs no introduction with regards to its significance in South Africa’s and indeed the world’s history, Robben Island. We will have a guided tour of the Island and its cells before returning to Cape Town for lunch on the waterfront. We continue our tour of Cape Town, nicknamed the 'Mother City' because it is the oldest city in South Africa. We will have dinner and spend the night at the hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, we set out for the legendary Cape of Good Hope. You will take the 'Chapman's Peak Drive', which is located on the Atlantic Coast of the Southwestern tip of South Africa. The narrow stretch of land, dotted with beautiful valleys, bays and beaches, contains a mix of extraordinarily diverse and unique fauna and flora. We will take the famous Flying Dutchman Funicular to the summit to see the old Lighthouse and relish the panoramic views. Enjoy lunch before discovering the Penguin colony near Simon’s Town. Once called Jackass Penguins, they are famous for their hilarious braying call. We will have dinner and spend the night at the hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, you will be transferred to Cape Town Airport for your flight to Johannesburg to join the Safari Cruise. You will be welcomed by your local guide at the airport. Enjoy lunch before you are transferred to the city centre to visit the Apartheid Museum, which is recognised worldwide, since its opening in 2001, as the first Museum centring on South African history in the 20th Century and more particularly the Apartheid period (this Museum is open from Wednesday to Sunday, in case of a visit to Johannesburg on Monday, this visit will be replaced by the Mandela House. On Tuesday, it will be replaced by the Hector Pieterson Museum). Afterwards, enjoy a panoramic tour of the city seeing the financial Capital of South Africa. Johannesburg is also the city of all superlatives, the richest city in Africa, the tallest buildings, the greatest social disparities, but also one of the most beautiful atmospheres ever encountered. Check-in to your hotel for dinner and your overnight stay. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, we will take a regular flight from Johannesburg to Kasane, Botswana. Here you will be transferred from the airport to our lodge onboard a small private boat. Take advantage of your trip to observe the different species of bird populating the flooded plains. You may even catch a glimpse of a few Hippos or a family of Crocodiles basking in the sun. You will be greeted by our crew upon arrival and settle into your comfortable lodge. Afterwards, we will have dinner and spend the night at the lodge in absolute tranquillity at the heart of the wilderness. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, journey out on a full day dedicated to the discovery of Chobe National Park. Exploration by Jeep in this park, which is unique for hosting more than a quarter of Africa's Elephant population. Enjoy an African lunch in the heart of nature. Afterwards, we will board a small private boat and sail off on Chobe River all the way to Sedudu Island and its marshes. We will have dinner and spend the night at the lodge. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, join a trip to authentic villages on Impalila Island, Namibia, to discover the traditional Namibian houses and customs. We will return to our lodge for lunch. This afternoon, you can enjoy time at leisure at the lodge, taking advantage of the pool and comfortable fittings before joining a discovery of the Zambezi River on a small private boat. We will have dinner at the lodge. Tonight, let your guide tell you all about the traditions of this particular island. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, we depart from the lodge for one last water safari in the Chobe National Park area. After lunch along the water, we will set out for the Kasane Airport. Onboard private planes, you will be amazed at the stunning panoramas and the changing landscapes of the wilderness during your flight to Lake Kariba. You will then be transferred to board the ship and comfortably settle into your cabins. Enjoy dinner onboard. Overnight stay on the ship. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
At sunrise, we will set sail through the rare and mysterious landscapes of Lake Kariba where drowned trees reach skywards from the depths of the reflecting water. We will set out on a small private boat to discover the small waterways going into the Matusadona National Park and their unique wildlife. Gliding along there meanders, large bends and small, unspoiled inlets, you will be amazed by the magical atmosphere all around. We will return onboard for lunch. The afternoon will be spend cruising. When the sun starts to set, we will set out on a small private boat to admire the changing colours of the sky. Dinner onboard. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning, journey out on a safari to discover the area around Matusadona National Park. Bordered by the Sanyati and Ume Rivers, this 1,400 km2 large untouched area is home to numerous animal species such as Elephants, Hippos, Crocodiles, Buffalos as well as thousands of birds, among which the legendary African Sea Eagle, the majestic Yellow Billed Stork or the Black Heron with its interesting hunting method. We might be lucky enough to cross paths with a big cat or two! The history of the park is closely linked with that of the lake. During the construction of the dam, the rising floodwaters affected the native wildlife although the damage was mitigated by Operation Noah, an initiative that saved the lives of over 6,000 animals. This rescue operation allowed for large mammals, big cats, Impalas and more to be moved to Matusadona where hunting is strictly prohibited. Enjoy lunch onboard as we start sailing again. During this time, a round table will be the opportunity to learn more about the creation of the Lake, its inhabitants as well as its ecosystem. Dinner onboard. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
At sunrise, we set sail towards Kariba to disembark and journey out to the airport. We will discover the gigantic Kariba Dam, which was created in 1955 to form Lake Kariba. Today, the dam serves as a source of electric power for 70% of Zimbabwe. You will get to discover the history and legends surrounding the creation of the lake including the tale of NyamiNyami, the River God. We will fly out to Victoria Falls onboard private planes. Enjoy an exceptional lunch cruise on the Zambezi River, upstream from the falls. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure with moments of relaxation by the hotel pool and views over the surrounding Savannah. There are 2 optional tours on offer this afternoon: • Optional: Helicopter flight over Victoria Falls. • Optional: A unique opportunity for a final safari through the wild landscapes of a private reserve! This time, set off in a comfortable 4x4 vehicle in search of Africa’s black Rhinos, accompanied by an experienced ranger. In addition to the black Rhino, you may have the chance to spot the other legendary members of the 'Big Five' (Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, Leopard), as well as an incredible variety of birdlife. Tonight, enjoy dinner at the hotel. Please Note: Excursions are compatible and take place one after the other. Must be booked at the time of registration. The safari is offered as a private experience for passengers starting from 6 registered participants. Below this number, they may join other guests. In both cases, our local guide will be present to accompany them. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, we will leave for a tour on foot of the falls where the views are among the most exceptional in the world. You will also see where the Zambezi River plunges over the cliff to become the widest waterfall in the world, creating the 'smoke that thunders'. End of our services at the hotel around 10:30am. Please Note: Please do not schedule a flight before 14:00pm. Meals: Breakfast
Land and Cruise 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. (cro)
