Southern African Adventure

Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport, guests will be met by a John Hall’s Alaska representative and transferred to the first evening accommodations located at Victoria and Alfred Harbor, The Table Bay Hotel. The rest of the day is at guests’ leisure for exploring sights around the hotel. Join fellow travelers this evening for a welcome reception and dinner.

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Overnight: Cape Grace Hotel, Cape Town

This morning, enjoy a welcome breakfast before transferring to the Cape Town International Airport, where guests will board a 2-hour flight to Port Elizabeth. Upon arrival, private transportation will be waiting to transfer guests to Shamwari Private Game Reserve for the next 3 evenings. Enjoy exclusive access to Long Lee Manor, one of 7 boutique lodges on Shamwari Private Game Reserve. Settle in with a welcome lunch before meeting your expert guides for the next 3 days.

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Overnight: Long Lee Manor, Shamwari Private Game Reserve

Days 3 and 4: There is so much to see and do before guests head out. Game viewing drives will be available each morning and evening, as this is when the wildlife is most active. Survey the areas, witnessing birds while looking for the “Big Five” from the comfort and safety of the open game viewing vehicles. Professional rangers and guides share their passion for the wildlife and their knowledge in their respective level of expertise.

Visit the Born Free Big Cat Rescue and education center aimed to draw attention to the plight of wild cats, confined in a variety of environments throughout the world. Also visit Shamwari Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, which helps to rescue, rehabilitate and care for the sick, injured, abandoned or orphaned animals.

Following your time at Shamwari Private Game Reserve, expect to take away a new appreciation for Africa’s wildlife and unforgettable experiences.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Long Lee Manor, Shamwari Private Game Reserve

Early this morning, say goodbye to the beautiful reserve while heading for Port Elizabeth Airport. Guests fly to Victoria Falls, via Johannesburg, landing in Zimbabwe early afternoon. Upon arrival, transfer to the historical and elegant Victoria Falls Hotel for the remainder of the afternoon and evening at the guests’ leisure.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: The Victoria Falls Hotel

Choose to spend the day at your leisure with a choice of add on activities. See the aerial view of the majestic Victoria Falls by adding on a helicopter excursion, explore the African bush with a guided hike, Victoria Falls Bridge Bike Tour or guided Zambezi River fishing. Or choose to enjoy the beauty of the historic Victoria Falls Hotel artwork, pools and so much more. Gather this evening for a sunset cruise traveling the Zambezi River. Enjoy the exclusive “Signature Deck,” the uppermost level with pure extravagance including gourmet hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Keep your camera close as hippos, elephants and other African wildlife make appearances. Experience dinner under the stars alongside the Zambezi River before returning to the hotel.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: The Victoria Falls Hotel

This morning depart on your walking tour of Victoria Falls – a path along the edge of the forest provides the visitor who is prepared to brave the tremendous spray with an unparalleled series of views of the falls. Return to the hotel to relax on the terrace and enjoy lunch. Depart in the late afternoon for your Bushtracks Express vintage train dinner. The train will stop on the Victoria Falls bridge and gives visitors the chance to disembark, look around and capture iconic pictures with Victoria Falls in the background. Enjoy dinner before returning to the Victoria Falls Station platform and return to the Victoria Falls Hotel for one more evening.

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Overnight: The Victoria Falls Hotel

Travel by bus to the Botswana border before being met by the Zambezi Queen team. Following Botswana departure immigrations, proceed to Namibian customs continuing onto the chartered vessel and your home for three evenings, the Zambezi Queen by Mantis, a luxurious and exclusive riverboat. Relax onboard while familiarizing yourself with the vessel enjoying welcome drinks, dinner and beverages before retiring to plush accommodations on the Zambezi River.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Zambezi Queen by Mantis

Early this morning, choose from bird watching or fishing. For those who like to sleep in, enjoy the peaceful sunrise on the water. After breakfast, join the morning safari with the tender boats traveling to the shores of the Chobe National Park, home to over 120,000 elephants. Watch for a variety of wildlife including hippos, water buffalo, giraffes and so much more. Relax onboard before another afternoon cruise onboard the Chobe River. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner with your traveling companions, including a traditional African dinner, served with festive African singing and dancing. This is the perfect way to wrap up the time in Africa!

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Zambezi Queen by Mantis

Breakfast will be served onboard this morning before transferring to Namibian and Botswana customs.  Fly from Kasane, Botswana to Johannesburg this afternoon before catching scheduled flights home.  International flights returning home this evening should be after 10pm.

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