SOUTHERN AFRICA : Safaris and Falls 2027

Begin your journey with an overnight flight to Cape Town, South Africa.

Welcome to Cape Town, South Africa! Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport, you will be warmly greeted by a local guide and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, enjoy an evening at leisure, with dinner on your own.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before setting out to explore iconic Table Mountain, followed by a panoramic city tour showcasing the highlights of Cape Town.

Weather and annual maintenance permitting, ascend iconic Table Mountain by cableway for sweeping views of Cape Town.

Continue with a panoramic city tour past historic landmarks including the Castle of Good Hope, Adderley Street, Company Gardens, and the colorful Bo-Kaap. Visit the Iziko Bo-Kaap Museum to explore Cape Malay culture and heritage. This evening, gather for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.

Spend a full day exploring the stunning Cape Peninsula, with highlights including the scenic Chapman’s Peak drive, a funicular ride at Cape Point, the iconic Cape of Good Hope, the playful Boulders Penguin Colony, and the beautiful Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant along the way.

After a full day of exploration, return to the hotel and unwind at your own pace this evening.

After breakfast, depart the hotel for a full day exploring the Cape Winelands. Famous for its crisp white and classic French-style red wines, artisanal cheeses, and olives, the region also captivates with its rustic beauty — vineyards shaded by giant oak trees, towering mountains, and lush valleys. Lunch at a local restaurant is included.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before checking out and transferring to Cape Town International Airport for your domestic flight to Hoedspruit. Upon arrival, meet your local guide and transfer to your lodge.

Experience a luxurious safari at Kapama River Lodge, set in a wildlife-rich reserve near Kruger National Park. Enjoy daily game drives and guided bush walks, with the chance to see the Big Five — lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalos. Relax in elegant accommodations, by the pool, or at scenic dining venues serving Pan-African and seasonal cuisine with fine wines. Daily afternoon tea and snacks are included, along with a selection of local and premium beverages.

Enjoy an early breakfast at the hotel before checking out and transferring to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport for your flight to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Upon arrival, meet your local guide and transfer to your lodge, conveniently located near the iconic Victoria Falls.

After breakfast, explore the Zimbabwean side of Victoria Falls, walking through the misty rainforest and taking in spectacular views of the Main Falls, Horseshoe Falls, and more. Enjoy a Bamba Tram ride to the Victoria Falls Bridge, spotting wildlife and watching adrenalin seekers bungee, swing, or zip-line. Lunch is at your own leisure. In the evening, experience the lively Boma Dinner & Drum Show, featuring traditional African cuisine, drumming, and dancing before returning to your hotel.

Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before checking out and transferring to Chobe Safari Lodge, your home for the next three nights. Enjoy lunch at the lodge, followed by optional activities or relaxation. In the afternoon, depart for a game-viewing safari before returning for dinner at the lodge.

Chobe Safari Lodge is a luxury retreat on the Chobe River, just minutes from Chobe National Park, home to Africa’s largest elephant population. Enjoy daily game drives, river cruises, and nature activities, or relax by the pool or river with a sundowner. Daily meals, two activities per day, and local beverages are included.

Transfer to Kasane Airport for your flight to Johannesburg. Upon arrival at OR Tambo International Airport, meet your local guide and transfer to your hotel. Dinner is at leisure, with the evening free to relax and explore the city.

Enjoy a leisurely morning before checking out around noon. Meet your guide at the hotel and depart for an afternoon tour of Johannesburg. Visit Mandela’s House in Orlando West, Soweto, to gain insights into the life of Nelson Mandela and his family. Continue to the Hector Pieterson Museum, commemorating the 1976 Soweto Uprising and the children who stood against apartheid. End your tour at the renowned Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg, exploring the history of segregation, the struggle for freedom, and South Africa’s journey to democracy. Dinner is included at a local restaurant. In the evening, transfer to OR Tambo International Airport for your return flight home.

Transfer to the airport for your connecting flight back to Canada.