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Southern Africa: Travel to the Ends of the Earth with Extended Stay at the Cape of Good Hope

Via Sedudu Island - Example 12 Day Cruise aboard African Dream
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During this 12-day cruise along the Chobe and Zambezi rivers, ascent to Table Mountain to take in the views from Table Bay, enjoy a guided tour of Robben Island, take the Flying Dutchman funicular to the summit of Cape of Good Hope, board small boats for a water safari in search of Africa's larger animals, and soar over Victoria Falls in a helicopter. This expedition to the ends of the Earth gives you the opportunity to experience the best of South Africa with pleasure and comfort. 
The safari vehicle used for wildlife viewingView of Cape Town from Robben IslandA young family walks through the African landscapeCape of Good Hope National ParkA beautiful black and white Oryx stands in the dry Africa landscape.
Highlights
  • Take the Table Mountain Cableway to soak up the views of Table Bay
  • Join a trip to an authentic village to discover the culture of the area
  • Observe the species along the Kasai Channel during a wildlife cruise
  • Join an on foot tour to the falls in Zimbabwe for exceptional views
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Activity Level: Relaxed
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
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Day 1: Cape Town

Today meet up at the hotel at 9:30 a.m. and enjoy a panoramic tour of the city. Cape Town is a meticulously preserved city with modern towers in the center, cobblestone roads and a bounty of historical monuments. Then, take the Table Mountain Cableway to soak up the 360-degree views of Table Bay and the nearby peaks of the surrounding mountains (subject to favorable weather conditions). Later, have dinner and spend the night at our 4-star hotel LS.

Day 2: Robben Island | Groot Constantia Wine Estate

  • Hotels
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
During the fist part of your day, visit a place that needs no introduction with regards to its significance in South Africa’s and indeed the world’s history: Robben Island. Enjoy a guided tour of the island and its cells, given by one of its former prisoners. Then, return to Cape Town for lunch on the waterfront. Afterwards, visit the Groot Constantia estate, considered the oldest vineyard in South Africa. For the past 300 years, agricultural activities at Groot Constantia have focused on wine making, and the Constantia wines have become renowned throughout Europe. Visit the cellar followed by a tasting. In the evening enjoy a delicious dinner and spend the night at the hotel.

Day 3: The Cape Peninsula

  • Hotels
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Today, set out for the legendary Cape of Good Hope. Ride along Chapman’s Peak Drive, located on the Atlantic coast of the southwestern tip of South Africa. The narrow stretch of land, dotted with beautiful valleys, bays and beaches, contains a mix of extraordinarily diverse and unique fauna and flora. Later, take the famous Flying Dutchman funicular to the summit to see the old lighthouse and relish the panoramic views. Have lunch before discovering the penguin colony near Simon’s Town. Once called Jackass Penguins, they are famous for their hilarious braying call. Have dinner and spend the night at the hotel.

Day 4: Cape Town | Fly to Johannesburg

  • Hotels
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
This morning be transferred to the airport and fly to Johannesburg. Afterwards, depart by coach towards Soweto, which came to the world's attention in 1976 with the Soweto Uprising, when mass protests erupted over the government's policy to enforce education in the Afrikaans language rather than English. It has been estimated that one-third of Johannesburg’s population lives in Soweto. All eleven of South Africa’s official languages are spoken here. It is a community of extremes: on the one hand there is abject poverty, and on the other hand there is extraordinary wealth in the suburbs such as Diepkloof Extension and Selection Park. Have lunch before setting out on a panoramic tour to discover Freedom Park and the unique atmosphere in this well-known neighborhood. Later, have dinner and spend the night at a four-star hotel LS.

Day 5: Fly to Kasane | Sedudu Island

  • Hotels
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Today fly from Johannesburg to Kasane, Botswana. Then, be transferred from the airport to your lodge where you must check into your rooms before enjoying lunch. Observe Sedudu Island and its marshes, overflowing with abundant wildlife such as hippopotami, Cape buffalos and crocodiles. Have dinner and spend the night at the lodge.

Day 6: Impalila Island

  • Hotels
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
In the morning, leave for a visit to the local school to meet the teachers and students. This is a truly unique and enriching face-to-face experience. Afterwards, return to the lodge for lunch. Enjoy some free time this afternoon to take advantage of the activities proposed at the lodge or spend the time relaxing under the trees or by the pool. After dinner tonight, let a local storyteller entrance you with the mysterious legends of the region. Spend the night at the lodge.

Day 7: Impalila Island

  • Hotels
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
This morning, join a trip to an authentic village to discover the culture and customs of the area. Meet the locals and learn about traditional Namibian houses. After lunch at the lodge, enjoy some activities delving into local customs. Dinner is served under the stars this evening, a truly wonderful way to experience the African skies. Spend the night at the lodge.

Day 8: Chobe River | Embark | Kasai Channel

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
This morning leave on an early water safari to try to catch more than a glimpse of the major game animals. Have lunch in your “floating restaurant” in the middle of the river and feast on some local delicacies. Then, be transferred to board your luxury ship, the African Dream. Enjoy lunch after a welcome cocktail. Your first nature and wildlife cruise allows you to observe the different species along the Kasai Channel. Afterwards, return to your private mooring in the heart of the Chobe River. Have dinner and spend the night onboard.

Day 9: Chobe National Park | Zambezi River

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Journey out on your first safari today in Jeeps equipped exclusively with misters for your comfort. Explore the Chobe National Park that is home to more than 1/4 of the total elephant population in Africa. Have lunch before spending the afternoon cruising to the Zambezi River, marking the border between Zambia and Namibia. In the afternoon, leave on small motor boats for a water safari in search of the larger animals. Enjoy a unique, up-close experience with the wildlife that lives on the banks from just a few yards away. Afterwards, have dinner and spend the night on board.

Day 10: Kabulabula

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Spend the day cruising to Kabulabula. The Chobe National Park has a myriad of swamps, flooded plains, lakes and rivers, making this cruise the ideal and most-adapted way to set out on unforgettable tours. Along the entire route, discover some of the richest pockets of wildlife in Africa, including zebras, water buffalos, antelopes and an abundance of birds. Have dinner and spend the night on board.

Day 11: Victoria Falls | Disembark

  • Hotels
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Today leave by coach for Victoria Falls and on an exceptional lunch cruise. This afternoon, join an on foot tour to the falls in Zimbabwe, where the views are among the most exceptional in the world. Observe where the Zambezi River plunges over the cliff to become the widest waterfall in the world, creating the “smoke that thunders.” Tonight enjoy a “Boma” dinner with traditional dance and music. Spend the night at the a four-star hotel LS.

Day 12: Victoria Falls

  • 1 Breakfast
This morming enjoy your last breakfast and join an optional early morning excursion: Soar over Victoria Falls in a helicopter. Then, prepare yourself for your return flight home. 

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  • 11 Breakfasts, 11 Lunches, 11 Dinners
  • 11 Nights Accommodations
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  • Activities as listed
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  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
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  • Assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • Welcome cocktail
  • Onboard drinks included (except for drinks from the special lists)
  • Double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom
  • Excursions included in the package selected
  • Gala dinner
  • All port fees
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  • Additional excursions during free time
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  • Drinks from the special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
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