African Safari Special

DAY 1 – JOHANNESBURG

Accommodation: 1 night D’Oreale Grande including breakfast and airport shuttle bus transfers

The D'Oreale Grande Hotel embraces grand luxury on an intimate scale. Surrounded by palatial buildings and set in a display of gardens, fountains and statues, the experience is overwhelming while the art of personal service is practised with efficiency and aplomb.

The Emperors Palace Convention Centre and Casino is located at South Africa's premier tourism address, the Johannesburg International Airport. Spoil yourself at Octavia's Sensorium Health & Beauty Spa, enjoy a game of tennis, relax on the pool deck or stroll through the Gardens of Vespasian. Whether it is business or pleasure, The Emperor is without a doubt Africa's premier hotel destination.

DAY 2 – KARONGWE PRIVATE GAME RESERVE This morning you will fly to Hoedspruit. (Flight  – Not included in costing)

On arrival at Hoedspruit Airport transfer by road to the Karongwe Private Game Reserve

Accommodation: 4 nights Kuname River Lodge including all meals, game viewing activities and local drinks

Kuname River Lodge is a small, unashamedly exclusive, luxury safari lodge set in about 9,000 hectares of pristine African bush, in the Karongwe Private Game Reserve. Located only 45 minutes drive from the world-famous Kruger National Park in South Africa.

Bordered by the towering Drakensberg escarpment on the west and set in game-rich, lush, riverine vegetation, the facility offers a variety of breathtaking views, diverse landscapes and some of the best big five game-viewing opportunities in southern Africa.

DAY 3 – DAY 5

Morning and afternoon game viewing activities.

Each morning before the fiery sunrise paints the sky and every evening before the sun sets, an experienced, highly-qualified, field guide and tracker takes guests on unhurried game drives in our open game vehicle to seek out and get close to the Big Five and the dozens of other animal species found on the conservancy.

However, a game drive at Kuname is about more than simply ticking off animals on a 'game-sighting list' and following the Big Five. With incredible bird life and century old trees, professional guides, each with an astounding knowledge of the environment, ensure that visitors become participants, rather than just spectators as they feel the rhythms of the veld. A game drive at Kuname is about getting immersed in an African bush experience.

DAY 6 – CAPE TOWN

After a final game drive transfer to Hoedspruit Airport for onward flight to Cape Town via Johannesburg

(Flights – Not included in costing)

On arrival into Cape Town transfer to your hotel

Accommodation: 3 nights at the Cape Cadogan Hotel including breakfast

The Cape Cadogan is a stately double-storeyed Georgian and Victorian building that dates back to the beginning of the 19th century. It was originally a farmhouse which was ‘Victorianised’ in 1912 and declared a national monument in 1984.

This boutique hotel is well known for its comfortable, luxurious atmosphere.The reception areas are individually decorated and designed for comfort and tranquillity. It is themed on the Irish literary figure Oscar Wilde who was renowned for his bohemian lifestyle throughout Europe and New York during the latter part of the 19th century.

The public areas comprise a comfortable lounge with an open fireplace, a garden and pool area, and a library where you can relax and read or research your itinerary from the computer terminal provided for your convenience.

DAY 7

Today enjoy a full day Cape Winelands tour. (Not including lunch)

DAY 8

Day at leisure in Cape Town.

DAY 9 – VICTORIA FALLS

Transfe to Cape Town Airport for flight to Victoria Falls via Johannesburg.

(Flights – Not included in costing)

On arrival in Victoria Falls transfer to your hotel

Accommodation: 3 nights at Victoria Falls Hotel including breakfast and a high tea

One of the most popular hotels in town is the Victoria Falls Hotel. This is one hotel which can truly claim to be unique. For almost 100 years, visiting members of Royal families, international and local statesmen, and celebrities worldwide have stayed at the hotel. This hotel boasts an atmosphere steeped in history, combining the charm of the old with the comfort and convenience of today.

Accommodation includes 181 rooms and suites. The suites and rooms are all well appointed, cool and comfortable; furnished in traditional Edwardian style, all air-conditioned with every modern amenity, including satellite TV, personal safe, bathrobes and umbrellas for personal use when visiting the Falls (the spray is like rain). The hotel also has its own private pathway directly to the Falls, which are less than a 10-minute walk away.

DAY 10

This morning enjoy a guided Lion Encounter Activity.

Situated on the Masuwe Estate, only 10 minutes from the centre of Victoria Falls town, you will find a group of lion cubs, which may range in age from three to 16 months of age.  These lion cubs offer guests an unparalleled experience of the behaviour of this threatened species in Africa.  Interaction with two or three lion cubs lasts for about 1 hour & 30 minutes.  The lions roam free with guest in the African bush in the riverine vegetation and beautiful scenery situated on the banks of the Masuwe River.  You may even be lucky enough to experience the young cubs attempting to stalk some of the wildlife species that occur on the property.  No leashes, no collars, just a natural African Wildlife experience.

DAY 11

Day at leisure

DAY 12 – CHOBE NATIONAL PARK This morning transfer across the border into Botswana

Accommodation: 2 nights on board the Ichobezi Luxury Safari Boat including all meals, activities and local drinks.

There is a way to experience the splendour of two very special rivers that is unsurpassed and unforgettable. The Ichobezi Moli has made the Chobe and Zambezi Rivers her very own piece of paradise and guests aboard her are privy to a very unique African travelling experience that promises ultimate luxury and unequaled natural beauty.

18 metres long, the Ichobezi Moli offers space, comfort and first-class service. She also delivers a constantly changing panorama that will keep you captivated and enthralled by the sights and wonders of this special corner of Africa.

Cruising gracefully on the waterways of this diverse area, the Ichobezi Moli is unmatched in style, elegance and pure comfort.

Facilities:

Four large twin cabins – All beautifully decorated with the focal feature being the large sliding window that allows you your own personal view of the changing landscapes before you. All of these windows are fitted with protective screens to ensure maximum relaxation and each room has ample storage space. The cabins also have an en-suite bathroom, each tastefully fitted with a modern shower, toilet and hand basin.

Entertainment deck – This deck provides you with access to a spacious lounge and bar area that encourages you to take time-out and simply enjoy the view. This deck also has a relaxed open-air dining area where guests can enjoy superb meals prepared by a skilful chef in the full-size onboard kitchen.

Plunge pool – At the front of the entertainment deck, guests can cool off or simply soak up the African sun on deck chairs while enjoying an ice-cold beverage and the outstanding scenery.

Dedicated tender boats – The rear of the entertainment deck allows easy access to the smaller tender boats – twelve foot, forty horsepower vessels that accompany the Ichobezi Moli on all of her travels. These boats ensure that each guest has the freedom to partake in any excursions or activities that are best suited to their own personal needs.

DAY 13

Today enjoy the Chobe River

DAY 14 – This morning transfer back to Victoria Falls for flight to Johannesburg.

(Flight – Not included in costing)

LAND COST FROM : $3,885.00 per person twin share *

*Conditions apply: Quoted cost is based on a land only price, per person twin share.
Travel dates are: 1st May – 31st August 2008. (Seasonal surcharges apply for dates outside of this period)

 Optional activities are available in Victoria Falls as below: