Experience the wonders of Cape Town, the wildlife of Kruger and thrills and spills in Victoria Falls on this classic African adventure. Begin with a few days in South Africa's Mother City before heading up to the Manyeleti Private Game Reserve for exciting game-viewing. From here you'll spend a night in Johannesburg before heading off to the 'Smoke That Thunders' to be captivated by the magnificent Victoria Falls.
Day 1
From Cape Town International Airport, you'll pick up your rental car and make your way into the city of Cape Town, often referred to by the locals as South Africa's Mother City. Arrive a charming and secluded private guest house situated in a cul de sac at the base of Table Mountain, and ideally located to explore the trendy suburb of Gardens and vibrant Long Street.
Welgelegen Guest House
Day 2-4 (B)
Spend the next few days discovering all the delights of Cape Town: head up Table Mountain by foot or in the cable car, take a walk along the Camps Bay promenade or head out to Cape Point. Visit Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, go shopping at the V&A Waterfront or get adventurous with a boat trip to Robben Island or shark-cage diving in Gansbaai. There is plenty to do and see in Cape Town, and there are numerous world-class restaurants, bars and cafes scattered throughout.
Welgelegen Guest House
Day 5 Kruger National Park - Manyeleti Private Game Reserve(B,D)
Say goodbye to Cape Town and drive back to the airport where you'll drop off your rental car.
You'll catch a flight to Kruger Mpumalanga Airport, where you'll be met and transferred to Honeyguide Mantobeni Tented Safari Camp, situated in the Manyeleti Private Game Reserve, on the unfenced border of the Kruger National Park.
In the late afternoon you'll head out on your first game drive - a chance to encounter the reserve's nocturnal animals. Return to a delicious fireside dinner.
Honeyguide Mantobeni Tented Safari Camp
Day 6-7 Luxury Tented Safari (B,L,D)
The next two days are spent enjoying spectacular game-viewing, relaxing in luxury and enjoying gourmet food in the heart of the Manyeleti bush.
Early morning game drives are followed by scrumptious breakfasts and plenty of relaxing, reading and sleeping during the day, before lunch and afternoon tea is served.
The late afternoon sees the start of the evening game drive, which includes a stop in a scenic spot for sundowners. Return to camp for another wonderful meal served under the stars.
Honeyguide Mantobeni Tented Safari Camp
Day 8 Johanessburg (B)
Today you'll enjoy one last game drive before being transferred back to Kruger Mpumalanga Airport. On arrival you'll catch a flight to Johannesburg, where you'll spend one night at the Peermont Metcourt hotel.
Relax and enjoy a quiet night in, or hit the town and dine at one of Joburg's fantastic local restaurants.
Peermont Metcourt hotel
Day 9 Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe (B)
The excitement builds as you return to the airport and catch your flight to Victoria Falls Airport in Zimbabwe. On arrival you'll be met and transferred to your elegant and colonial hotel. Your lodgings are grandly charming and carefully preserved and refurbished to include all the luxury amenities you'd expect. Enjoy a cream tea on the veranda before enjoying a walk into the Victoria Falls National Park to visit the mighty 'Smoke that Thunders' - an impressive sight.
Victoria Falls hotel
Day 10-11 Victoria Falls (B)
Victoria Falls is one of the natural wonders of the world, and for good reason. Experience the Falls from the air on a scenic flight, helicopter flip or microlight flight, or from the water; white-water rafting down the Zambezi ends at the base of the Falls. Other great activities on offer include elephant-back safaris, game drives in the Mosi Oa Tunya National Park, tranquil canoe trips and thrilling jumps into the Devil's Pool. Whatever you do, do it with gusto - Victoria Falls is truly Africa's adventure playground.
Victoria Falls hotel
Day 12 Depart (B)
Your final day dawns this morning, as you enjoy one final breakfast on the terrace of the Victoria Falls Hotel. You'll then be transferred back to the Victoria Falls Airport to continue your journey home.
