D1
Cape Town
Arrival in Cape Town. Transfer to a hotel and overnight.
Meals included: none
D2
Cape Town
After breakfast sightseeing tour of the city centre, colourful malay area Bo-Kaap, Greenmarket Square, Union Buildings. Late in the afternoon watching the most stunning sunset at Signal Hill with a panoramic view of the Mother City will conclude the tour. If the weather permits ascending by the cable car to the top of Table Mountain (fee not included) to admire unforgettable panoramic view of Table Bay, Robben Island, Atlantic coast and most spectacular Cape Peninsula. Overnight at a hotel in Cape Town.
Meals included: breakfast
D3
Cape of Good Hope
Full day excursion to the Cape of Good Hope. Scenic drive along the Western coast via small picturesque fishing harbour of Hout Bay where we sail to Duiker Island – seal and seabird colony. Later we continue our drive through Chapman’s Peak, a 10-km stretch blasted into the partially vertical rock considered one of the most spectacular coastal roads in South Africa. It starts at the Hout Bay and then winds up to Chapman’s Point, revealing breathtaking views of the sandy bays down below when the road reaches sea level again at Noordhoek. Afterwards visit to The Cape Peninsula National Park (park fee not included) to admire the beautiful coastal scenery, beaches, diverse plant and animal life, shipwrecks and dramatic mountains. Wildlife in the reserve includes baboons, buck of all sorts and wild cats. There is also an abundance of birdlife including ostriches and flamingos. The park is the smallest of the world’s six floral kingdoms, and has one of the highest concentrations of different plant species, some of which are found nowhere else in the world. The special vegetation of the region is called “fynbos” and includes the Protea which is a South Africa’s national flower. We reach the Cape Point and use a funicular (not included) that leads up to the historic lighthouses that were built at the end of the Point. This is a stunning place to look out over the cliffs, rocks and endless sea. The sight of huge waves crashing into the rocks is really spectacular. In the afternoon return to Cape Town along Eastern coast and old colonial resorts of Muizenberg and Simonstown. We will also stop at the Boulders Beach (entrance fee not included) with a large breeding colony of Jackass penguins. This endearing little creatures nest just above the beaches along the coast, so one can well experience an encounter with some of them whenever enjoying the excellent sunbathing or swimming anywhere along Simon’s Town’s coast. Overnight at a hotel in Cape Town.
Meals included: breakfast
D4
Cape Town – Stellenbosch
After breakfast excursion to the famous Cape vineyards. Drive through the picturesque valleys of Stellenbosch, Paarl and Franschhoek. The Stellenbosch Wine Route is arguably the country’s most famous, and the Stellenbosch Wine area includes over 300 wine farms of which more than a 100 are open to the public. One will taste South African way of life by visiting one of the wine estates, touring of the farm and wine tasting. Afterwards we will go back to Cape Town to Waterfront for a sunset cruise. Overnight at a hotel in Cape Town.
Meals included: breakfast
D5
Cape Town – Hermanus
After breakfast we drive to Hermanus – a town on the southern coast of the Western Cape province. In the afternoon we depart on whale watching trip. Our permit entitles us to approach the whales up to 50m and then stop to observe, it is then up to the whales to approach closer. Being naturally curious the whales often come right up to the boat. It is definitely ‘a magical experience to be treasured’. Overnight at a hotel in Hermanus.
Meals included: breakfast
D6
Hermanus – Cape Agulhas – Oudtshoorn
After breakfast we drive to Cape Agulhas – rocky headland , which is the geographic tip of the African continent and the beginning of the dividing line between the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. We will visit the lighthouse (entrance fee not included) and continue driving towards located in Little Karoo small city: Oudtshoorn which is called the world capital of ostrich.
We visit famous Cango Caves. Overnight at a hotel in Oudtshoorn.
Meals included: breakfast
D7
Oudtshoorn – Knysna – Tsitsikamma
After breakfast we visit ostrich farm. Then we drive to Knysna – located along South Africa’s famed Garden Route. The town is famous from its oyster festival, warm people and magnificent views. After short visit in Knysna we drive to Tsitsikamma Reserve. On the way we will stop at Bloukrans bridge – the highest bungee jumping bridge in the world, as well as at a few view points along the Ocean. Then we enter Tsitsikamma National Park (park fee not included) – tucked between the mountains and the sea offers beautiful forests and numerous exciting activities. Overnight at a lodge in Tsitsikamma National Park.
Meals included: breakfast
D8
Tsitsikamma
Time at leisure and for optional activities:
Overnight at a lodge in Tsitsikamma National Park.
Meals included: breakfast
D9
Tsitsikamma – Addo Elephant Park – Port Elizabeth
After breakfast we drive to Addo Elephant Park (park fee not included). The park was founded in 1931 in order to provide a sanctuary for the eleven remaining elephants in the area. Currently the park houses more than 600 elephants and large number of other mammals. Afterwards we drive to Port Elizabeth. Short sightseeing of the city. Overnight at a hotel in Port Elizabeth.
Meals included: breakfast
D10
Port Elizabeth – flight to Durban
After breakfast transfer to the airport and flight to Durban. The we visit Ushaka Marine World – the famous aquarium and dolphinarium. In the afternoon short sightseeing of the city of Durban – the harbour, city centre and the diverse ethnic and oriental stalls of Victoria Street Market where you can obtain curios, exotic foods & spices, and many other artefacts of special interest, Golden Mile – famous promenade with sandy beaches. Overnight at a hotel in Durban.
Meals included: breakfast
D11
Durban – Shakaland – St Lucia
After breakfast we drive to the capital of Zulu Imperium from the Shaka Zulu’s times: Shakaland. A visit to the traditional Zulu homesteads is followed by energetic African dancing. Afterwards we arrive in St. Lucia, the centre of Greater St. Lucia Wetland Park which was proclaimed as the World Heritage Site in 1999. The park system extends from the Mozambique border for more than 220 km south to Cape St. Lucia and includes 5 different ecosystems: beautiful coral reefs and marine life, sub-tropical forests, highest vegetated dunes, freshwater lakes and savannah woodlands. We depart on afternoon cruise on the St. Lucia lake in search of hippos, crocodiles and many bird species. Overnight at a lodge near Hluhluwe Game Reserve.
Meals included: breakfast
D12
Hluhluwe Game Reserve
In the early morning we depart for a safari in Hluhluwe Game Reserve (park fee not included). The reserve is considered to be the largest concentration of rhinos in the world. The combined Hluhluwe and Umfolozi are different than Kruger Park, very green and mountainous terrain situated between the rivers. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at a lodge near Hluhluwe Game Reserve.
Meals included: breakfast
D13
Swaziland-Kruger Park
After breakfast we depart towards the Kingdom of Swaziland. Stunning landscapes of mountains and valleys, forests and plains; plus wildlife reserves across the country that are home to The Big Five, and you have all that’s best about Africa in one small but perfectly formed and welcoming country. In the afternoon we are back in South Africa and arrive to our hotel near Kruger Park. Dinner and overnight.
Meals included: breakfast and dinner
D14
Kruger Park
Departure for a full day safari in the Kruger National Park – one of the largest and best game reserves in Africa. The area covering almost 2 million hectares is home to an impressive number of species (almost 150 mammals, more than 500 birds, and 100 reptiles) among them the famous “Big Five”: rhino, elephant, leopard, buffalo and lion. Dinner and overnight at a hotel adjoining the Kruger Park.
Meals included: breakfast and dinnet
D15
Panorama Route
After breakfast we depart towards the picturesque Panorama Route, offering some of the most stunning sceneries of the surrounding area. Our first stop will be God’s Window, which owes its name to the dramatic views from various viewpoints overlooking the almost sheer 300 m drop into an indigenous forest-clad ravine. Afterwards we continue north to see Bourke’s Luck Potholes that have been carved out by water and stone falling down into Blyde River resulting in spectacular cylinders (up to six meters deep) with smooth and colourful rims. This natural feature marks the beginning of the Blyde River Canyon, which is the third largest canyon in the world. It is well known for its natural beauty and the diversity of its flora and fauna. Nearby we visit another highlight of the scenic drive: Three Rondavels, three hut-shaped rock formations. We will also stop at Lisbon Falls, the highest in the area. Drive to Johannesburg. Overnight at a hotel in Johannesburg.
Meals included: breakfast
D16
Lion Park – Johannesburg – Soweto – Pretoria
In the morning we will visit a small private Lion park, where we will see a few families of lions as well as cheetah and african wild dogs. After a short safari opportunity to take photos with lion cubs and to feed a giraffe. Then sightseeing of Johannesburg – drive through the oldest colonial districts of Johannesburg and Soweto, Houghton with Nelson Mandela’s house, Parktown and the city centre. Afterwards we will go to Pretoria – sightseeing of the city centre with its historical Church Square, the old Parliament Building, the Palace of Justice and the Paul Kruger’s statue. We also drive past the City Hall and Melrose House. In the afternoon transfer to the airport for your international flight.
Meals included: breakfast
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