Southern African Highlights

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Southern African Highlights



Tour Description:

SMALL GROUP DEPARTURE This safari showcases some of the best destinations in Southern Africa. Experience South Africa’s unique highlights and premier destinations while indulging in sublime luxury and comfort. Explore the rich tapestry of landscapes and seascapes, cosmopolitan cites and pristine wildlife reserves. Visit the world-class museums and inviting beaches or enjoy the views from the top of iconic Table Mountain. Collect a photographic gallery of the magnificent Big Five in the world renowned Kapama Private Game Reserve. Be awed by the majesty of Victoria Falls and the “smoke that thunders." Upcoming Group Departures .centered { text-align: center; } .spot { color: red; font-weight: bold; } May 4 - 14, 2025. SOLD OUT. Jun 4 - 14, 2025. From $8,295. For additional departure dates, please click on the "Pricing" tab. Highlights Explore the Kapama Private Game Reserve on twice daily game drives, go off road, in search of Africa’s iconic Big Five. Discover beautiful Cape Town, on a guided tour, drink in the sweeping views of the city from the top of legendary Table Mountain and along the stunning coastline of "The Fairest Cape." Experience a tranquil sunset cruise on the Zambezi River and watch the sun bid adieu in a heart-wrenching display of color. Enjoy Luxurious award-winning accommodations and dining in Cape Town and pleasant safari lodging with uninterrupted views in the bushveld.     MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences are conscious travel experiences chosen with great care based on the positive social or environmental impact they have both on their communities, and on those who experience them: our guests. You can identify these experiences across our trips by locating the MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience seal.  

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Dates & Pricing

Wednesday 04 Jun 25 — Saturday 14 Jun 25Starting at $8,295 Get a Quote
Sunday 15 Jun 25 — Wednesday 25 Jun 25Starting at $8,295 Get a Quote
Friday 18 Jul 25 — Monday 28 Jul 25Starting at $8,295 Get a Quote
Tuesday 12 Aug 25 — Friday 22 Aug 25Starting at $8,295 Get a Quote
Thursday 28 Aug 25 — Sunday 07 Sep 25Starting at $8,395 Get a Quote
Wednesday 03 Sep 25 — Saturday 13 Sep 25Starting at $8,595 Get a Quote
Thursday 07 May 26 — Sunday 17 May 26Starting at $8,695 Get a Quote
Monday 15 Jun 26 — Thursday 25 Jun 26Starting at $8,695 Get a Quote
Monday 22 Jun 26 — Thursday 02 Jul 26Starting at $8,695 Get a Quote
Monday 20 Jul 26 — Thursday 30 Jul 26Starting at $8,695 Get a Quote
Monday 10 Aug 26 — Thursday 20 Aug 26Starting at $8,695 Get a Quote
Monday 31 Aug 26 — Thursday 10 Sep 26Starting at $8,895 Get a Quote
Saturday 12 Sep 26 — Tuesday 22 Sep 26Starting at $9,195 Get a Quote
Thursday 15 Oct 26 — Sunday 25 Oct 26Starting at $9,395 Get a Quote


Destination & Sightseeing

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Day 1. Arrive Cape Town, South Africa Welcome to Cape Town, South Africa. You will be transferred to the Victoria & Alfred Hotel, nestled on Quay Six in the heart of the vibrant Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Victoria & Alfred Hotel 1

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Day 2. Cape Town Be swept away on a full day guided tour of the stunning seascapes of “The Fairest Cape”. Take a cable car ride to the top of Table Mountain, then explore the Cape Peninsula on a guided tour as you snake your way along Chapman’s Peak Drive, Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, and the colony of penguins at Boulders Beach. (B) Victoria & Alfred Hotel 2

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Day 3. Cape Town Enjoy a day at leisure. It won't be long before you discover why Cape Town is frequently listed as a top destination by travel magazines and adventure travel bloggers. Blessed with one of the most stunningly beautiful settings of any city in the world, Cape Town and its surrounding areas offer enough activities to keep you occupied for a long time. In the evening, dinner at the chic GINJA restaurant and experience the vibrant flavors and superb views. (BD) Victoria & Alfred Hotel 3

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Day 4. Cape Town Embraced by the Atlantic Ocean and flanked by imperial mountains, Cape Town hosts a dazzling display of bright lights and architecture reflecting both the beauty of the past and modern innovation. Simply step outside your hotel and explore the city’s grandeur, vibrant cuisine, and compelling history. (B) Victoria & Alfred Hotel 4

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Day 5. Cape Town / Hoedspruit / Kapama Private Game Reserve Bid adieu to Cape Town - you’re off to the Kruger Private Game Reserve! Arrive in time for an indulgent lunch before your first game drive. The reserve offers panoramic views of the nearby Drakensberg Mountain range with a wide variety of wildlife including elephant, buffalo, rhinoceros, and a large population of giraffe, impala, blue wildebeest and kudu. Every experience on this journey will give greater insight to Africa’s wildlife and its people. (BLD) Kapama River Lodge 5

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Day 6. Kapama Private Game Reserve Twice-daily game drives throughout the reserve, accompanied by expert guides and trackers, provide plenty of opportunities to witness the plethora of local wildlife. See for yourself why Kapama Private Game Reserve is affectionately known as the “African Eden” – this slice of wilderness paradise is secluded from crowds and home to the Big Five as well as more than 40 other mammal species and 350 different types of birds. Witness a magnificent African sunset while sipping a sundowner somewhere in the bush before celebrating with a communal dinner back at the lodge. (BLD) Kapama River Lodge 6

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Day 7. Kapama Private Game Reserve Venture on early morning and afternoon game drives in an attempt to experience as much of this reserve as possible. Kapama is the largest owner-managed private game reserve in the area, encompassing 13,000 hectares of sweeping wilderness. The reserve is also one of Africa’s premier ecotourism destinations. (BLD) Kapama River Lodge 7

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Day 8. Kapama Private Game Reserve / Johannesburg Take one last early morning game drive before embarking on a flight to Johannesburg. You will be transferred to the DaVinci Hotel and Suites for an overnight stay. (B) DAVINCI Hotel and Suites 8

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Day 9. Johannesburg / Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe After breakfast, transfer from your hotel to Johannesburg Airport for your flight to Victoria Falls. Arrive at your hotel in time to enjoy a tranquil sunset cruise on the Zambezi River followed by dinner at Makuwa-Kuwa restaurant. (BD) Victoria Falls Safari Club 9

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Day 10. Victoria Falls Take a guided tour of Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World and witness the Cataracts, Livingstone’s statue, and an endless variety of birds and plants. Later, indulge in the tantalizing aromas, tastes, and sounds of The Boma during a traditional African feast accompanied by traditional singers, dancers, fortune-tellers and storytellers. (BD) Victoria Falls Safari Club 10

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Day 11. Victoria Falls / Depart After a farewell breakfast, you are transferred to Victoria Falls Airport for your flight back to Johannesburg. You may be leaving Africa behind, but you’ll return home with memories that will live on in your heart forever. (B) 11

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