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Day 1. Arrive Cape Town, South Africa Look forward to a warm welcome on arrival in Cape Town. A transfer takes you to the 5-star Silo Hotel located in the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. This unique and stunning property, built in the grain elevator portion of the historic grain silo complex, is a magical place with beautiful individually designed and decorated rooms. The Silo 1
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Day 2. Cape Town Meet your personal driver and guide for the next two days and embark on a day of discovering the pristine coastline and quaint towns of “The Fairest Cape.” Keep your binoculars ready to spot wildlife in the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Continue along the coastline to Boulders Beach and linger among the penguins. (BL) The Silo 2
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Day 3. Cape Town Start your morning with a magnificent aerial view of the Atlantic Seaboard on a helicopter ride from the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront over the city bowl and white sandy beaches. (B) The Silo 3
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Day 4. Cape Town Venture into the beautiful Franschhoek winelands on a private tour, where spectacular vineyards cover the valley floor and mountain slopes. Discover wine farms and estates, each with their own story to tell. Stroll through the picturesque village and enjoy lunch on a nearby wine farm surrounded by old oak trees. Art enthusiasts can embark on a tour tailored to their interests, visiting the local artist studios and galleries. (BL) The Silo 4
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Day 5. Cape Town / Kruger Private Reserve After a delicious breakfast bid adieu to Cape Town - you’re off to the Kapama Private Game Reserve! The reserve offers panoramic views of the nearby Drakensberg Mountain range, and the area supports a wide variety of wildlife including elephant, buffalo, rhinoceros, a large population of giraffe, impala, blue wildebeest and kudu. (BLD) Kapama Karula 5
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Day 6. Kruger Private Reserve Enjoy morning and late afternoon game drives throughout the reserve, accompanied by expert guides and highly skilled trackers. 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 Karula 6
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Day 7. Kruger Private 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. Community development and wildlife conservation are a vital part of Kapama Private Game Reserve. (BLD) Kapama Karula 7
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Day 8. Kruger Private Reserve / Victoria Falls, Zambia Incredible experiences await as you fly to Livingstone and nearby legendary Victoria Falls. Cruise down one of Africa’s grandest rivers on a private boat listening to the cry of an African fish eagle or comical chortling of nearby hippos. (BLD) Thorntree River Lodge 8
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Day 9. Victoria Falls Guests enjoy excursions to see Victoria Falls (Zambian side), river cruises, cultural visits to the local communities, fishing expeditions, canoeing and game drives. (BLD) Thorntree River Lodge 9
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Day 10. Victoria Falls After a hearty breakfast embark on a guided morning game drive through the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park, where you’ll have the chance to spot diverse wildlife including elephants, giraffes and an array of bird species. Return to the lodge for a leisurely lunch, followed by a peaceful afternoon siesta or a dip in the infinity pool overlooking the river. Conclude your day with a sumptuous dinner under the stars. Savor gourmet cuisine that highlights local flavors before retiring to your elegant suite. (BLD) Thorntree River Lodge 10
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Day 11. Victoria Falls / Johannesburg, South Africa / Depart Bid farewell to this paradise as you fly to Johannesburg for your homebound or ongoing flight. (B) 11