14 DAYS OF AFRICAN ODYSSEY

Upon arrival, you will be met and assisted to your transfer service to the hotel. After checking in, you may spend the rest of the day at leisure to rest or explore.

Overnight in Cape Town

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Spend the day at leisure or perhaps join one of the following optional tours. In the evening, get ready for your farewell dinner at the Gold Restaurant with an Interactive drumming activity.

Overnight in Cape Town

OPTIONAL: TABLE MOUNTAIN CABLE CAR (TICKET ONLY, WEATHER PERMITTING)

With your ticket, take a cable car up to the summit of the legendary Table Mountain from where you may see the end of the world, including the city and surrounding layout of this southernmost tip of Africa.
Please check with the tour guide and confirm your pick-up time.

OPTIONAL: ROBBEN ISLAND BOAT TICKET

Board your boat cruise at the Waterfront and head towards the famous Robben Island. A cruel home of our Nelson Mandela for so many years, this is a highly charged emotional visit as you will visit this site of suffering and see how far South Africa has come since those days. For nearly 400 years, Robben Island, about 12 kilometers from Cape Town, was a place of exile and imprisonment where rulers sent those they considered to be outcasts and troublemakers. Since 1997, Robben Island has been a museum acting as a focal point of South African heritage.

OPTIONAL: CAPE TOWN HELICOPTER EXPERIENCE (TICKETS ONLY)

Head on an exciting 12-minute flight that will take you over the Mother City for a bird’s eye view of the Cape Town Stadium, Lions Head, the white beaches of Clifton, Camps Bay, and the magnificent twelve apostles.

Spend the day at leisure or perhaps join one of the following optional tours.

Overnight in Cape Town

OPTIONAL: FULL DAY CAPE PENINSULA TOUR

On this full-day tour, you will be able to explore the dramatic coastline of the Cape Peninsula, including a visit to the Boulders Beach penguin colony and Cape Point Nature Reserve (entrance fees not included). Summer tours will also visit Kirstenbosch, a famous and beautiful botanical garden at the foot of Table Mountain; while tours in the winter will visit Groot Constantia, a historical wine estate founded in 1685.

*Tour departs daily: between 07:45 hr – 08:45 hrs
*Tour ends: 16:00 hrs

Spend the day at leisure or perhaps join one of the following optional tours.

Overnight in Cape Town

OPTIONAL: WHITE SHARK ENCOUNTER

Great White Sharks… imposing in size, their graceful beauty has perfectly adapted to their environment. Their powerful predatory behavior and the mysteries surrounding this spectacular creature will beckon you to come closer and closer. Experience the White Shark in its natural environment above or underwater. And for the less courageous, this boat offers a large viewing platform on top and great space on the main deck for seating and viewing. After a full security briefing, you will make your way to the boat waiting to take you out to the world-famous Shark Alley, off the coast of Gansbaai. Upon anchoring at Shark Alley, you will get the chance to observe all of its inhabitants, from its seals and various birdlife to Southern Right Whales visiting the waters in season (July to November), and of course the Great White Shark. A wetsuit and a diving mask will be provided so you can share the waters with the awesome creatures from the safety of a cage, which is attached to the boat and floats right next to it. The time you spend in the cage will be between 10 to 30 minutes as it depending on the weather and the number of spotted sharks. No diving experience is required for this tour.

OPTIONAL: FULL DAY CAPE WINELANDS TOUR

Spend a superb day dedicated to celebrating the glorious grape, the exceptional Winelands region, and the heavenly scenery! The area is rich with history, and you won’t be able to help but feel it as you move through the region for a wine cellar tour and tasting, where you will learn all about the process of winemaking, from grape to goblet. You will visit the exquisite little town of Franschhoek, pass by the impressive Huguenot Monument, and enjoy lunch in a town with a reputation for gourmet fare. Wind your way to the heady heights of the Helshoogte Mountain Pass to see the charming university town of Stellenbosch on the other side. Stroll through this little town, absorbing the quaintness, and sneak into the odd shop or two (on Sundays not all galleries and shops are open)! Enjoy a wine-tasting tour at two different wine estates where you will be able to purchase your favorite wine to take back home!

*Tour departs daily: between 08:00 hrs – 09:00 hrs
*Tour ends: 17:30 hrs

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Cape Town International Airport for your flight to Johannesburg. Upon arrival in Johannesburg, you will be met and escorted by our representative from the airport to your lodge in the Entabeni Safari Conservancy. This evening, if time allows, you may enjoy a safari drive through the park with an expert guide, before returning to camp for a sumptuous meal.

Overnight in Entabeni

Today, you may prepare for early morning and late afternoon safari drives in search of Africa’s most incredible animals. Hopefully, you will be able to spot the Big 5 (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and buffalo), as you learn about the animals and their environment. This evening you may enjoy a tasty dinner and perhaps enjoy star gazing in the African skies.

Overnight in Entabeni

This morning, prepare for early departure to the OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg for your flight to Victoria Falls. Upon arrival at Victoria Falls, you will be met by a representative and transferred to the hotel. This afternoon, embark on a relaxing sunset cruise that departs from the lodge. The Zambezi River cruise is an excellent way to unwind and see the beauty of the river. You may take the opportunity to spot a wide variety of wildlife; see the hippo, crocodile, elephant, and sometimes even the rhino in their home environment, and see many different bird species. There will be great photo opportunities against often-spectacular African sunsets.

Overnight in Victoria Falls

Today you will head on a guided tour of Victoria Falls, stopping at various vantage points to view the falls and walk through the rainforest. See the rainbows, feel the spray, and hear the thundering noise of water crashing down into the 108-meter gorge as a testimony to the incredible power of the mighty river. Spend the remainder of the afternoon at leisure.

Overnight in Victoria Falls

Today, you will spend the day at leisure. Spend the day exploring on your own or book the following optional tours.

Overnight in Victoria Falls

OPTIONAL: BOMA DINNER WITH TRANSFERS

The Boma – Dinner & Drum Show is a ‘must do’ Victoria Falls dining and entertainment experience, specializing in traditional African food, drumming, and dancing. The food is cooked and served in the style and quantity of a lavish feast, featuring irresistible desserts. Upon arrival, you will be dressed in a Chitenge (traditional sarong) and welcomed into a vibrant atmosphere where the tantalizing aromas of the local dishes and game meat on the braai (barbecue) will fill the restaurant, which is partially open to the star-filled African sky. Your meal will begin with a mouth-watering platter of starters whilst the buffet features soup from the campfire, a range of salads, and game meat cooked on a braai (barbecue), followed by desserts. Vegetarian options will also be available, along with local dishes such as peanut butter spinach. You can also look forward to the outstanding performances by the traditional singers and dancers and enjoy an energizing and interactive drumming show.

OPTIONAL: FLIGHT OF ANGELS

Experience the magic and freedom of traveling through the sky with this 13-minute helicopter flight over Victoria Falls and the Zambezi River. The helicopter can fly lower than a fixed-wing aircraft, so you will have unparalleled opportunities to see the breathtaking Falls. The path will take you over the seemingly tranquil Zambezi River as you embark on a journey of discovery along the gorges which will zigzag their way into the infamous downstream of the Batoka Gorge.

OPTIONAL: ADRENALINE HIGH WIRE PASS

Enjoy half a day of extreme sports among the incredible landscapes of the Batoka Gorge, located just 300 meters away from Victoria Falls. You will have a chance to zipline over the Gorge or bungee jump 53 meters into the George Swing! This will be a truly exhilarating experience for those who are looking for an adrenaline rush.

Today, you will head over the border into Botswana for a two-day safari experience. The area is renowned for its huge elephant population. Arrive mid-day at the Safari Lodge where you may spend the rest of the day at leisure before enjoying a sumptuous dinner.

Overnight in Kasane

Begin your day with an exhilarating safari drive in Chobe National Park. The national park is famous for its large elephant herds and is home to some of the largest concentrations of wildlife on the African continent. You will be thrilled by the easy visibility, as this venture provides the finest opportunity to see the greatest elephant population density in Africa. You will also get the opportunity to go on a wildlife-viewing boat cruise. The open-sided boats provide superb photographic opportunities, and our licensed professional guides know just where to guide you for the best experience of the River. Return to the hotel in time for dinner and relax for the rest of the evening.

Overnight in Kasane

After breakfast, you will be transferred back to Victoria Falls International Airport for your flight back to Johannesburg. Upon arrival in Johannesburg, take the airport shuttle service to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Overnight in Johannesburg

OPTIONAL: HALF-DAY JOHANNESBURG CITY TOUR

South Africa’s largest city continues to be the financial and commercial heart of the nation. The country’s radical political and social transformation is most evident in this fast-paced metropolis — it is the “Rainbow Nation” at work. This tour will give you an exhilarating experience, as contrasts of different kinds can be found around every corner. Our tour will set off for Constitution Hill, home of South Africa’s architectural marvel, the Constitutional Court, and the site of Johannesburg’s Old Fort Prison (closed on Sundays). We will explore the inner city of Johannesburg and the influence the discovery of gold brought to this extraordinary city and South Africa as a whole. We will visit and explore the Maboneng Precinct, a wonderful example of urban regeneration of the east side of the Johannesburg CBD, which is now home to several independent retail, restaurant, and art and entertainment venues. Discover the unique and fresh lifestyle offerings of this exciting new development!

Today take the airport shuttle transfer back to Johannesburg International Airport to check in for your flight back home.