HIGHLIGHTS OF SOUTHERN AFRICA ITINERARY:
DAY 1: USA or Canada/Cape Town, South Africa
Board your flight to Cape Town.
DAY 2: Cape Town
With Table Mountain serving as a dramatic backdrop to one of
the most beautiful harbor cities in the world, Cape Town is the
perfect beginning to your South Africa adventure. Your A&K
representative meets you at the airport and you are transferred
to your luxurious waterfront hotel. Cape Grace
DAY 3: Cape Town
Drive through Cape Town to flat-topped Table Mountain for a
panoramic view of both city and sea. Take a refreshing stroll
through Company Gardens, a large tranquil park with a lush
collection of plant life. Continue to the Castle of Good Hope,
the oldest building in South Africa. This five-pointed stone
castle was built to protect the Cape amid rumors of war between
Britain and the Netherlands. Continue on to the District Six
Museum. Originally a vibrant community of freed slaves, District
Six was completely destroyed after the South African government
declared it a “whites-only” area.
Refusing to let their lives in District Six become part of the
rubble, citizens organized a museum to keep the memories of
District Six alive. Their efforts paid off in 1998 when the
District Six land was granted back to the people. This evening,
gather with your fellow travellers for a festive welcome dinner.
Cape Grace B D
DAY 4: Cape Town/Franschhoek
Explore the Cape Peninsula and the Cape of Good Hope Nature
Reserve, home to the rare bontebok. Covering 22,000 acres, the
reserve converges at Cape Point, a great pinnacle of rock. Ride
the funicular to the top from where you may see southern right
whales in spring and early summer. Visit a colony of endangered
African penguin at Boulders Beach before stopping in Kalk Bay
for a harborside lunch. Continue to Franschhoek, a prolific wine
producing center. Your evening is at leisure. Le Franschhoek
Hotel B L
DAY 5: Franschhoek
Explore Stellenbosch on foot as your guide discusses its
historic significance and its place in the contemporary wine
industry. Explore in the company of an expert guide whose
stories bring this colorful town to life. View areas of great
architectural heritage, including examples of Cape Dutch,
Georgian and Victorian properties situated among rows of
beautiful oak trees. Your walk finishes at the fascinating
Village Museum, which chronicles the town’s past and
incorporates the oldest existing house, dating back to 1709.
Afterward, sample some of the Cape’s award-winning wines at a
renowned Stellenbosch wine estate. Your afternoon is at leisure.
Le Franschhoek Hotel B L D
DAY 6: Franschhoek/Cape Town/Kruger National Park
Board a morning flight to the world-renowned Kruger National
Park via Johannesburg. Enjoy a scenic transfer with game-viewing
en route to your luxury lodge on the Lwakahle River in the
easily accessible southern portion of Kruger National Park.
Kruger is home to the “Big Five” (lion, leopard, elephant,
buffalo and rhino) and a wide variety of other animals and
birds, which roam freely in their natural habitat. The remainder
of the afternoon is at leisure to take part in wildlife viewing
activities. Lukimbi Safari Lodge B L D
DAY 7: Kruger National Park
Spend a full day immersed in the drama of life in the bush.
Safari drives leave early in the morning and late in the
afternoon in open vehicles. Guides are renowned for their
extensive knowledge and passion for “their Africa” and love to
share their enthusiasm with their A&K guests. Your lodge’s
property allows for walking safaris — an exhilarating way to
view wildlife at ground level and track game in the bush. Walks
are generally taken after breakfast and guests are always
accompanied by a skilled ranger. The day is at leisure to enjoy
some of the many activities available at your lodge. Lukimbi
Safari Lodge B L D
DAY 8: Kruger National Park/Johannesburg
After a morning game drive, depart for Johannesburg. Sandton Sun
B
DAY 9: Johannesburg/Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Fly to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and transfer to your hotel.
This afternoon enjoy a gentle sundowner cruise down the Zambezi,
the fourth longest river in Africa. Watch for elephant or
buffalo coming to drink at the water’s edge. The Zambezi River
above
the Victoria Falls is abundant in birdlife, hippo and crocodile.
This evening, toast your journey’s end at a special farewell
dinner. Victoria Falls Safari Lodge B D
DAY 10: Victoria Falls/Johannesburg/USA or Canada
Victoria Falls, “The Smoke that Thunders,” is one of the great
natural wonders of the world. View the thundering, crashing
waters and the surrounding rainforest, teeming with birdlife,
bushbuck and baboon. The falls have also become a center for
adventure
sports enthusiasts, who come from around the world to enjoy
whitewater rafting in the gorges, bungee jumping from the
bridge, game fishing, horse riding, kayaking and flights over
the falls. Later, board a flight to Johannesburg and connect to
your homebound flight. B
DAY 11: USA or Canada
Arrive today at your destination.
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