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ACCOMMODATION
1 Night(s) | Johannesburg | Protea Hotel Wanderers |
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1 Night(s) | Pilgrim's Rest | Royal Hotel |
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2 Night(s) | Kruger National Park | Pretoriuskop Rest Camp |
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1 Night(s) | Swaziland | Lugogo Sun |
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1 Night(s) | Zululand | Protea St. Lucia |
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1 Night(s) | Durban | Protea Umhlanga |
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2 Night(s) | Knysna | Knysna Log Inn |
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1 Night(s) | Oudtshoorn | Queens Hotel |
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3 Night(s) | Cape Town | Protea Hotel President |
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ROUTE MAP
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Please note that the number of nights in each location is denoted by the brown circle.
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Day 1: Sunday - Johannesburg
Upon arrival at OR Tambo International Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Protea Hotel Wanderers
(or similar)
Johannesburg
Accommodation in a standard room for one night, inclusive of breakfast.
Spend the rest of the day at leisure, exploring the magnificent suburban shopping malls or take an optional tour of Soweto (SouthWestern Townships) (own account). We take you through the streets of the sprawling township, scene of the tragic riots of 1976. Despite crowded, chaotic conditions, there's a tangible sense of community in these neighborhoods that the ordered, walled suburbs lack. Few who venture into this 'other' Johannesburg are unmoved by what they witness.
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Day 2: Monday - Johannesburg / Mpumalanga (B,D)
Depart by 7:30 a.m., leaving Johannesburg’s distinctive skyline as you head for Mpumalanga and the lush subtropical region of the Lowveld. Travel via the historic towns of Witbank, Dullstroom and Lydenburg, passing over the famous Long Tom Pass onto the small town of Sabie. This afternoon explore the living history in the form of Pilgrim’s Rest, the old mining village where gold was first discovered.
The Royal Hotel
(or similar)
Pilgrim's Rest
Accommodation in a standard room for 1 night, inclusive of breakfast.
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Day 3: Tuesday - Kruger National Park (B,D)
This morning gasp at the glory that is God’s Window, a boundless view of forested mountains and fertile plains, and visit the spectacular Blyde River Canyon, one of the natural wonders of Africa. Arrive at your hotel just in time for a welcome sundowner drink (own account).
Perry's Bridge Hollow
(or similar)
Kruger National Park
Accommodation in a standard room for 2 nights, inclusive of breakfast.
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Day 4: Wednesday - Kruger National Park (B)
Set off before breakfast in an open safari vehicle in search of a wondrous array of wildlife including lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard as well as a vast amount of fascinating bird and plant species. Savor the magic of this enormous wilderness.
The Kruger National Park is one of the top wildlife parks in the world. It is home not only to the "Big Five", but to 507 bird species, 336 trees, 147 mammals, 114 reptiles, 49 fish and 34 amphibian species. The density of game in the park is startling and though you will find an even distribution along the park, certain animals do seem to prefer specific regions.
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Day 5: Thursday - Swaziland (B)
Enjoy an enchanting drive to the tiny Kingdom of Swaziland, a former British Protection Territory, now ruled by King MsWati III. Witness a Swazi cultural experience before visiting the famous Ngwenya Glass Factory to see master craftsmen fashion collectible figures and functional art out of molten glass. Continue through the capital city, Mbabane, known for its vibrant markets packed with woven baskets, beadwork and carvings. Spend the night in the beautiful Ezulwini Valley.
Lugogo Sun
(or similar)
Swaziland
Accommodation in a standard room for 1 night, inclusive of breakfast.
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Day 6: Friday - Zululand (B)
Visit the Swazi Candle Factory, teeming with exquisite wax artwork of every imaginable shape and color. Then it's on to Zululand, passing traditional round huts and endless vistas. Arrive mid afternoon at the town of St Lucia, a World Heritage Site and home to hippo, crocodile and no less than 367 bird species.
Elephant Lake Hotel
(or similar)
St. Lucia
Accommodation in a standard room for 1 night, inclusive of breakfast.
Optional Activity - An exciting afternoon open safari vehicle game drive into Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park (not included).
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Day 7: Saturday - Durban (B)
This morning enjoy a cruise on Lake St. Lucia before departing for Durban. Hug the lush KwaZulu-Natal coastline en route and watch the sugar cane fields waving in the wind. Check into your hotel just before lunch (own account) and spend the remainder of the afternoon at leisure. Alternatively, you may opt for an optional afternoon Durban City Tour (own account).
Royal Palm
(or similar)
Umhlanga Rocks
Accommodation in a standard room for 1 night, inclusive of breakfast.
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Day 8: Sunday - Port Elizabeth / Knysna (BD)
Spend the morning at leisure before a transfer to the airport for your mid morning flight to Port Elizabeth (cost of flight not included). There you’ll be met by a new guide who will take you through the beautiful indigenous Tsitsikamma Forest, before reaching Knysna, perhaps South Africa’s most visually stunning resort, nestled in the heart of the famous Garden Route.
Knysna Hollow Hotel
(or similar)
Knysna
Accommodation in a standard room for 2 nights, inclusive of breakfast
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Day 9: Monday - Knysna (B,L)
Cruise the vast Knysna Lagoon and visit the Featherbed Nature Reserve. Enjoy an amazing view of the imposing sandstone ‘Heads’ which guard the sea entrance to Knysna’s huge tidal lagoon, and the forests, marshes and pristine beaches beyond. After lunch the remainder of the day is at leisure to enjoy this quaint town.
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Day 10: Tuesday - Oudtshoorn (B,L)
This morning, enjoy the wonderful views of the spectacular Outeniqua Pass en route to Oudtshoorn, the center of South Africa's ostrich industry also known as the ‘feather capital of the world’. After lunch, learn more about these hardy, enigmatic creatures during a tour of an ostrich farm. We then head underground for a fascinating tour of the Cango Caves, one of South Africa’s most incredible natural wonders.
Oudtshoorn Inn Hotel
(or similar)
Oudtshoorn
Accommodation in a standard room for 1 night, inclusive of breakfast.
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Day 11: Wednesday - Cape Town (B)
Enjoy a day of magnificent vistas as you travel along an ever-changing canvas en route to Cape Town. During the whale season travel via the seaside village of Hermanus in the hopes of catching a glimpse of the southern right whales, which frolic offshore (July to November only). Out of season we will return to Cape Town along ‘Route 62’, South Africa’s version of America’s famed ‘Route 66’.
Protea Hotel President
(or similar)
Cape Town
Accommodation in a standard room for 3 nights, inclusive of breakfast.
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Day 12: Thursday - Cape Peninsula (B)
Spend a full day touring the ruggedly beautiful Cape Peninsula via the Atlantic seaboard. Stop at the fishing village of Hout Bay, where you may opt for a cruise (own account) to Seal Island to watch the antics of these natural performers.
Continue to the Cape Point Nature Reserve, before stopping to see the lovable penguins at Boulders Beach. Next you'll drive through the quaint naval village of Simon’s Town on your way back to Cape Town.
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Day 13: Friday - Cape Winelands (B)
Journey into the beautiful and tranquil Cape Winelands, visiting both Paarl and Stellenbosch before stopping for wine tasting at two well known estates. A visit to the Huguenot Memorial Museum and the Afrikaans Language Monument provides a nice historical perspective on the area.
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Day 14: Saturday - Cape Town (B)
Check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight home (flight not included).
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