Southern Africa in Style: Cape Town, The Cape Winelands, Sabi Sands and Victoria Falls

VIP Meet & Greet: Cape Town International Airport

Welcome to Cape Town Tim and Lauren! On arrival you will be met at the door of your aircraft with your name on a paging board. Should your aircraft not be directed to the main terminal building, you will be transported to the terminal by bus where your Meet and Greet will be waiting for you as you step off the bus. You will then be assisted through immigration, baggage collection and customs and on to your next service.

Cape Town Airport to Cape Town: Private Transfer

Pickup: Cape Town International Airport at time TBD.
Dropoff: Cape Cadogan

Welcome to Cape Town...

Scenically beautiful, Cape Town is a compelling mix of trendy modern and old-world elegance. Glamorous hotels, world-class dining and stunning vistas merge seamlessly with dynamic student suburbs and vibrant nightlife. Malay and African heritage is evident in the cuisine, traditions and entertainment while the architecture reveals a strong Dutch, German and English flavor and style. Contemporary art is proudly displayed in a variety of galleries and modern boutique hotels, and wine bars and brandy tasting lounges will appeal to the fashionable set. For the well-heeled the finest in opera, ballet, drama and music can be appreciated in style.

A short boat cruise to Robben Island, just over seven km's from Cape Town harbor, you can experience a sense of hopelessness inside the prison cell where South Africa's most beloved legend, Nelson Mandela spent 27 years hard labor. It is difficult to imagine how anyone could rise above the horror of incarceration to become arguably the most iconic and compassionate leader of our era.

An exciting trip up Table Mountain in a cable car provides panoramic views over the "Mother City" and other attractions include the Cultural History Museum, the Castle of Good Hope and the world-renowned Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Greenmarket Square's local crafts markets and the Bo-Kaap's colorful Cape Malay buildings add a sense of authenticity to your trip, and Long Street's vibrant restaurants, bars and clubs come alive after dark. Perhaps wander around the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, a working harbor and hub of entertainment and shopping opportunities.

Overnight Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel (Luxury Room - Bed & Breakfast)

Includes: Breakfast
Check in time is 2pm, however you can request early check in on arrival. Additionally, you can leave your luggage with the front desk and use the facilities while you wait for your room to be ready.

Explore Cape Peninsula

Enjoy a privately guided day exploration of the Cape Peninsula, beginning at the working fishing harbor of Kalk Bay, with its bohemian arts and crafts shops, quirky boutiques, and antiques stores. Next, head to the richly historic Simon's Town, a naval town with museums and monuments to bring insight into the colorful past and the shark diving industry. Your guide will lead you in search of a splinter colony of rogue penguins, away from the crowded boardwalks, on a beach known only to locals. Next it's on to the Cape Peninsula for a gentle hike to explore the reserve's secluded beaches and unique wildlife. Your return to Cape Town is via Noordhoek Farm Village a food artisan hub of the Peninsula and a place to get some Kick Ass Ice Cream. Time permitting, we may stop for a sundowner at a local brewery, vineyard, beach or scenic look-out.

Pickup: Hotel at 8:00am
Dropoff: Hotel
Includes: Entrance fees, selection of craft beers, wines, local gins & tonic, specialist tea, coffee & hot chocolate, juices, ice tea,
gourmet pantry with home baked goodies & local snacks. Wild Picnic Lunch.

Full Day Table Mountain and Bo Kaap Walking and Cooking

Start the day on top! Table Mountain is the most prominent feature of Cape Town and the best place to see incredible views of the surrounding geography. Take a self-guided gondola ride up Table Mountain to 3400 feet above sea level. There is plenty of time to walk around, explore the various nature trails to learn about the local flora or "fynbos" before descending back to the city where you're driver will be waiting for you.

Bo-Kaap is the oldest suburb in South Africa with its origins dating back to the Dutch colonists who brought with them slaves from Indonesia, Batavia, Malaysia, India and Africa. It is this mix of cultures that culminates in the unique and incomparable Bo-Kaap culture, custom and cuisines. Enjoy a walk on cobblestone streets that meander between the colorful houses and learn of the important history of these people to Cape Town's modern identity. Working your way towards Cape Town’s famed spice shop, Atlas, take in the heady aromas of spices used in everyday Cape Malay cooking which should pique your senses and prepare your next adventure. Learn the cooking techniques and the integral role food plays in Cape Malay culture before sitting down to enjoy a delicious feast.
ADDITIONAL COST: $250 per person / Duration: 8 hours
Pickup: Cape Cadogan at 8:00am
Dropoff: Cape Cadogan at 4:00pm
Includes: Full Day Transportation, Bottled water, and entrance fees and guiding in Bo Kaap

Private Full Day Wineslands Tour + Lunch

A fabulous day of tastings and pairings, taking in superb mountain ranges, vineyards and Cape Dutch homesteads along two of the Cape's famed wine routes. Celebrated wine and food destination, the beautiful Franschhoek Valley was established by French Huguenot refugees in 1688 and offers a captivating blend of European charm and spectacular verdant scenery. Franschhoek’s main street boasts exclusive boutiques, gourmet restaurants and art galleries. Cape Dutch-style farms in the valley produce all the noble and classic cultivars - from superlative whites such as Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Semillon and Chenin Blanc, to intense Syrah, complex Pinot Noir and the famed Méthode Cap Classique sparkling wines. The vibrant heart of the winelands, Stellenbosch, is a paradise of bars and bistros. Grapes have been cultivated in this area for more than 350 years, and it produces South Africa's finest reds. Our day is completely flexible and adjusted to your wine and cultivar preferences.
Duration: 8 hours
Pickup: Cape Town Hotel at 8:00am
Dropoff: Franschhoek Hotel at 4:00pm
Includes: Bottled water, vehicle and guide and entrance fees (This service is on a private basis.)

Free Day to Explore or Relax

Take the day to explore the area on your own or simply relax and recharge.

Daily Summary

• Transfer: Airport Transfers
• Tour: Welcome to the Sabi Sands Private Reserve
• Accommodation: Dulini Leadwood
• Meals: B, D

Airlink Flight 663

CAPE TOWN

NELSPRUIT

CPT

MQP

DEPARTS

ARRIVES

10:29 AM

12:31 PM

You'll be met at your hotel this morning for a private transfer to the airport for your departing flight to the Kruger Area. Upon arrival you'll be greeted by your local driver in the baggage collection area and begin your 2.5hr drive north to your Luxury Camp in the Private Sabi Sands Reserve.

Franschhoek Hotel Pickup Time: TBD

Welcome to the Sabi Sands Private Reserve

Enjoy 4 nights and 3 full days on safari at the Sabi Sabi Reserve, a recognized ‘hot spot’ of biodiversity which makes for an astonishing variety of wildlife - including over 200 mammal and 300 bird species. Unforgettable day and night safaris are enjoyed in open safari vehicles with close encounters with the Big 5 being a regular occurrence. Environmental awareness walking safaris add an extra dimension to the bush experience, allowing a close-up look at the fascinating smaller creatures of the bushveld.

Overnight at Dulini Leadwood or Similar

Includes: Conservation levy, all meals, tea and coffee, two daily game drives and a daily bush walk.

Sabi Sabi Safari

Enjoy 3 days on safari at the Sabi Sabi Reserve, a recognized ‘hot spot’ of biodiversity which makes for an astonishing variety of wildlife - including over 200 mammal and 300 bird species. Unforgettable day and night safaris are enjoyed in open safari vehicles with close encounters with the Big 5 being a regular occurrence. Environmental awareness walking safaris add an extra dimension to the bush experience, allowing a close-up look at the fascinating smaller creatures of the bushveld.

Daily Summary

• Transfer: Airport Transfer
• Accommodation: Mukwa River Lodge
• Meals: B, D

Airlink Flight 470

NELSPRUIT

LIVINGSTONE

MQP

LVI

DEPARTS

ARRIVES

11:35 AM

1:30 PM

After breakfast, pack your bags for Victoria Falls! Head out with your private driver in an air conditioned van for a 2.5hr drive to the Nelspruit airport for your direct flight to Livingstone, Zambia and the Victoria Falls. Upon arrival you'll be greeted and transferred to your accommodation for the evening.

Welcome to Victoria Falls, Zambia

When you wander through the lush rainforests above the Victoria Falls, newly baptized in the mist, your ears holding the echo of thundering waters, it isn't hard to imagine that this is where it all began. Eden. As the land cuts away beneath the ancient Zambezi River, the waters plummet dramatically into the Batoka Gorge, over 100 meters below. The angrily churned up spray shoots skyward, painting the landscape in billowing clouds. This striking "smoke that thunders" can be seen for miles, a geographic pointer summoning visitors into its presence.

The vibrant town of Victoria Falls is known as the adventure capital of the world, and if your eyes light up at the thought of conquering the "Stairway to Heaven" or "The Terminator" in a raft, then this is the place for you. While the notorious Nyaminyami (Zambezi River God) watches from its mythical depths, and the majestic basalt cliffs allow your passage through the canyon's exquisite landscape, adventure seekers are assured of a good time. From Grade 5 white-water rafting, bungee jumping and abseiling the amusement never ends.

What makes this destination so memorable is the fact that it is perfectly combined with warmly hospitable people, exquisite scenery and an array of accommodation. Excellent game, historic ruins, fishing and luxury train travel are easily accessible from Victoria Falls, as are the neighboring countries which border this fascinating town.

Victoria Falls Walking Tour

After meeting your 'local resident' guide, head to the Falls for breath-taking vistas and insight into the spectacular rainforest bathed in the mist from the waterfall. Meander into town center, visiting Elephant Walk, a hotspot of artisan shops and galleries, then perhaps try some bargaining at the colorful craft market. Lunch at the Lookout Café overlooking the dramatic Batoka Gorge (own expense). Lot of other excursions are possible at Victoria Falls, just ask!

Victoria Falls Sunset Cruise

Take in the sunset and wildlife on an afternoon cruise up the Zambezi River. Learn about this history of the falls and be on the lookout for wildlife on the banks or crossing the river as the sunset turns the waters around into a golden marmalade shimmer.

Free Day in Victoria Falls

Spend the day at leisure or book any number of excursions through the concierge at your hotel. Indulge in relaxation at the lodge with a spa treatment, return to the town of Livingston to visit some of the curio shops in case you missed them the previous day or schedule a safari in the near by Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, or get a birds eye view of the falls on a private helicopter flight (all services and activities at additional expense). However you wish to spend your last full day in Africa is up to you!

Daily Summary

• Transfer: Airport Transfer
• Meals: B

Airlink Flight 483

LIVINGSTONE

JOHANNESBURG

LVI

JNB

DEPARTS

ARRIVES

1:25 PM

8:10 PM

You will be met in the hotel lobby by your private driver & guide who will assist with luggage and escort you to the airport for your departing flight to Johannesburg, South Africa to make your international connection home.