African Safari, The Best of Southern Africa

A fascinating, multicultural and diverse region, Southern Africa boasts a variety of activities, from shopping and fine dining in Cape Town, touring the surrounding winelands, visiting magnificent Victoria Falls and, of course, world-class game viewing in private reserves. 'Highlights of Southern Africa' provides a wide-ranging introduction to an exciting and increasingly popular destination.

ITINERARY


	Cross-cultural Township tour
	Big Five game viewing in a private game reserve adjacent to the Greater Kruger National Park
	Breathtaking views of Victoria Falls and a Zambezi River Sundowner cruise
	Lively farewell dinner at the Boma Restaurant in Victoria Falls
	Superior room accommodations at the Victoria & Alfred Hotel on Cape Town's Waterfront
	Twin suite accommodations at Thornybush Main Camp

Day 1: USA or Canada - Cape Town

Our adventure begins with today's transatlantic flight to Cape Town, South Africa.

Day 2: Cape Town
Our visit to South Africa begins with an inspirational tour of District Six and the Townships of Langa and Khayelitsha. We go "beyond the rainbow curtain" to experience the spirit of hope, reconstruction and development existing amongst the people of these communities. Victoria & Alfred Hotel L D

Day 3: Cape Town
The Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Cape Point are the highlights of this morning's sightseeing. After a splendid lunch, the local Winelands beckon. Victoria & Alfred Hotel B,L

Day 4: Cape Town
We have a day at leisure to enjoy the vibrant V&A Waterfront. Victoria & Alfred Hotel B

Day 5: Cape Town - Thornybush Game Reserve
This morning we fly to Hoedspruit and continue by road to Thornybush. The lodge's water hole offers an excellent chance for spotting our first African game. Thornybush Main Lodge B L D

Day 6: Thornybush Game Reserve
Nestled in the heart of Big Five country, the Thornybush Game Reserve boasts 10,000 hectares of private African Bushveld adjacent to the Greater Kruger National Park. Our time here is at leisure to enjoy the game-viewing activities offered by the lodge. On safari we can expect to see a variety of animals including lion, leopard, elephant, giraffe and a sampling of more than 340 species of birds. Thornybush Main Lodge B,L,D

Day 7: Thornybush Game Reserve - Johannesburg
There may be time for a final game drive this morning before flying to Johannesburg where, after a brief city tour, we end our day at the exquisite Grace Hotel in Rosebank. The Grace B

Day 8: Johannesburg - Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
This morning we fly to Victoria Falls. Our lodge, only minutes from the roaring Falls, enjoys stunning sunsets and regular visits by elephant and buffalo to the local waterhole. Optional activities are available before we depart on our late-afternoon Zambezi River sundowner cruise. Victoria Falls Safari Lodge B

Day 9: Victoria Falls
A guided walking tour brings us face to face with the mighty Victoria Falls - "the smoke that thunders." With an average flow of 120 million gallons of water per minute, the Falls never fail to impress even the most experienced traveller. We have the afternoon to enjoy some of the area's many pursuits on our own before this evening's farewell dinner. Victoria Falls Safari Lodge B,D

Day 10: Victoria Falls - Johannesburg - USA or Canada
Bid a fond farewell to the roaring Falls as we transfer to the airport for our flight to Johannesburg and points beyond. B

Day 11: USA or Canada
After arriving in Atlanta, connect to a homebound flight.

Active Options
In the course of your tour, you will have the opportunity to take advantage of active options (some at additional cost). These include:

Cape Town: a nature walk at Cape Point
Thornybush Main Lodge: swimming, game walks and use of the gym
The Grace: swimming and use of the gym and spa
Victoria Falls Safari Lodge: walking tour of the Falls, horseback riding, game walks, canoeing, whitewater rafting, golf and bungee jumping

Price per person from on request

Departures are limited to 32 passengers.