Essential Southern Africa

Price

Inclusions

• 9 nights 5-star accommodation in Victoria Falls, Cape Town and Greater Kruger National Park
• Transfers throughout
• Six game activities while at game lodge
• Breakfast daily; lunch and dinner while at game lodge 

Map

Itinerary

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  Day 1: Arrive Victoria Falls

  On arrival at Victoria Falls, you will be met and transferred to your accommodation for the following two nights, Palm River Hotel located on the banks for the Zambezi River.  Later this afternoon, enjoy a sunset cocktail cruise on the river, and keep an eye out for hippos, crocodiles and elephants. (S)

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    Palm River Hotel (Deluxe)

    The Palm River is a unique hotel offering unparalleled luxury accommodation without compromising a sense of home comfort; vast, unimpeded views which maintained shelter and privacy; the convenience of a central location preserved within a tranquil bubble of peace and quiet. 

    The hotel's location could not be more idyllic, situated along the banks of the iconic Zambezi River, among towering indigenous trees and only 2 miles from Victoria Falls – so close, in fact, that on a clear, quiet day guests can hear the thunder and see the spray of the mighty waterfall from their rooms.

    Palm River has been inspired by the architectural style of the Queenslander, distinct in its savvy use of timber and corrugated iron and its consideration of climatic conditions. The highly skilled and professional team of Zimbabwean architects and interior designers have taken these principles and modified them to create a hotel that is at once aesthetic and functional, modern and timeless, cosmopolitan and perfectly suited to the local environment. 

    Palm River Hotel features spacious and beautifully appointed rooms and suites, each offering stunning views of the river, the swimming pool or the hotel's lush gardens. Guests can relax in comfort, enjoying modern amenities and thoughtful touches that ensure a memorable stay.

    Guests dine on fusion fare within the Palm River Hotel restaurant dining hall; encompassed by tall ceilings, classic parquet flooring and large sliding doors that open out onto an idyllic riverfront vista. The dining experience flows onto to a large patio and out to an al fresco dining space, sheltered by a canopy of indigenous trees. The restaurant offers an à la carte menu serving breakfast, lunch and dinner to hotel guests, while the cuisine reflects the natural setting, using fresh, local ingredients.

    Palm River Hotel embraces sustainable practices and environmentally aware initiatives where ever possible and is committed to protecting local wildlife and their habitats, as well as preserving the rich cultural heritage of Victoria Falls. The hotel's pledge towards a sustainable footprint includes energy saving using solar power and hydroelectricity, sustainable borehole water sourcing, waste reduction and an extensive recycling program.

    Breakfast is included in your stay. 

    Palm River Hotel  (Deluxe)
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  Day 2: Victoria Falls

  Today, refreshed, you will take a private, guided walking tour of Victoria Falls, discovering the history and witnessing the mighty flow of these magnificent cascades. Having seen the Falls from the ground, you may opt to take a light aircraft flight over the Falls. The flights are only 13  minutes in duration but allow passengers a birds eye  The afternoon is at leisure to visit the local markets, or perhaps (B)

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    Palm River Hotel (Deluxe)

    The Palm River is a unique hotel offering unparalleled luxury accommodation without compromising a sense of home comfort; vast, unimpeded views which maintained shelter and privacy; the convenience of a central location preserved within a tranquil bubble of peace and quiet. 

    The hotel's location could not be more idyllic, situated along the banks of the iconic Zambezi River, among towering indigenous trees and only 2 miles from Victoria Falls – so close, in fact, that on a clear, quiet day guests can hear the thunder and see the spray of the mighty waterfall from their rooms.

    Palm River has been inspired by the architectural style of the Queenslander, distinct in its savvy use of timber and corrugated iron and its consideration of climatic conditions. The highly skilled and professional team of Zimbabwean architects and interior designers have taken these principles and modified them to create a hotel that is at once aesthetic and functional, modern and timeless, cosmopolitan and perfectly suited to the local environment. 

    Palm River Hotel features spacious and beautifully appointed rooms and suites, each offering stunning views of the river, the swimming pool or the hotel's lush gardens. Guests can relax in comfort, enjoying modern amenities and thoughtful touches that ensure a memorable stay.

    Guests dine on fusion fare within the Palm River Hotel restaurant dining hall; encompassed by tall ceilings, classic parquet flooring and large sliding doors that open out onto an idyllic riverfront vista. The dining experience flows onto to a large patio and out to an al fresco dining space, sheltered by a canopy of indigenous trees. The restaurant offers an à la carte menu serving breakfast, lunch and dinner to hotel guests, while the cuisine reflects the natural setting, using fresh, local ingredients.

    Palm River Hotel embraces sustainable practices and environmentally aware initiatives where ever possible and is committed to protecting local wildlife and their habitats, as well as preserving the rich cultural heritage of Victoria Falls. The hotel's pledge towards a sustainable footprint includes energy saving using solar power and hydroelectricity, sustainable borehole water sourcing, waste reduction and an extensive recycling program.

    Breakfast is included in your stay. 

    Palm River Hotel  (Deluxe)
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  Day 3: Arrive Cape Town

  On arrival at Cape Town Airport, you will be met and transferred to Table Bay Hotel, your accommodation in Cape Town’s stunning waterfront area where you spend the next four nights. Rest of day at leisure. (B)

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    The Table Bay (Luxury)

    Location, location, location: The Table Bay hotel offers 5-star luxury accommodation on the Cape Town water front with views to match. Each of the 329 luxury hotel rooms enjoy uninterrupted sea facing views across the Victoria and Alfred harbor to Table Mountain, or over the Atlantic Ocean to Robben Island. Picture perfect in every way, The Table Bay is Cape Town’s best-kept secret.

    As the only luxury hotel with direct access to the famous V&A Waterfront, the bustling quays, market, stores and galleries are yours to explore at any time of day or night.

    Inspired by the boundless creative energy of the city that it calls home, The Table Bay celebrates Cape Town's colorful cultural heritage, evocative romance and irresistible spirit of adventure. Straddling the working V&A harbor and vibrant city bowl beneath the majestic zenith of Table Mountain, The Table Bay enjoys the best address in Cape Town, and invites you to discover an authentic South African 5-star experience.

    Rooms and suites offer grandeur and grace, where every detail has been thoughtfully considered. The Table Bay offers luxury accommodation that retains the intimacy of a boutique hotel, each meticulously designed to provide the utmost comfort and style. From luxurious bedding to spacious bathrooms and breathtaking views, every detail has been carefully curated to ensure a memorable stay.

    Authentically South African but world-class in every way, even the cuisine fuses the city’s spice route history with global trends. Enjoy the freshest flavors of breakfast, lunch or dinner overlooking the V&A Waterfront harbor and Table Mountain or indulge in the famous Table Bay High Tea served in The Lounge. Unwind and savor signature cocktails while enjoying the view. 

    For relaxation, Camelot Spa fuses botanical décor with textured wood and marble along with a serene color palette of light greys, white, greens and honeyed gold. The extensive spa menu represents a combination of massage therapies and beauty treatments, together with treatments and journeys for the face and body.

    Enjoy a signature therapy in one of six luxurious treatment rooms with carefully selected product ranges include Thalgo La Beaute Marine, iS Clinical, CSpa Aroma Wellness, Bellabaci, Goodleaf and Milk Solutions.

    Breakfast is included in your stay.

     

     

    The Table Bay  (Luxury)
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  Day 4: City Tour

  Spend the morning getting familiar with Cape Town on a comprehensive city tour which includes a roundtrip ride on the Table Mountain aerial cable car. Afternoon at leisure to explore on your own, or opt for another guided experience. (B)

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    The Table Bay (Luxury)

    Location, location, location: The Table Bay hotel offers 5-star luxury accommodation on the Cape Town water front with views to match. Each of the 329 luxury hotel rooms enjoy uninterrupted sea facing views across the Victoria and Alfred harbor to Table Mountain, or over the Atlantic Ocean to Robben Island. Picture perfect in every way, The Table Bay is Cape Town’s best-kept secret.

    As the only luxury hotel with direct access to the famous V&A Waterfront, the bustling quays, market, stores and galleries are yours to explore at any time of day or night.

    Inspired by the boundless creative energy of the city that it calls home, The Table Bay celebrates Cape Town's colorful cultural heritage, evocative romance and irresistible spirit of adventure. Straddling the working V&A harbor and vibrant city bowl beneath the majestic zenith of Table Mountain, The Table Bay enjoys the best address in Cape Town, and invites you to discover an authentic South African 5-star experience.

    Rooms and suites offer grandeur and grace, where every detail has been thoughtfully considered. The Table Bay offers luxury accommodation that retains the intimacy of a boutique hotel, each meticulously designed to provide the utmost comfort and style. From luxurious bedding to spacious bathrooms and breathtaking views, every detail has been carefully curated to ensure a memorable stay.

    Authentically South African but world-class in every way, even the cuisine fuses the city’s spice route history with global trends. Enjoy the freshest flavors of breakfast, lunch or dinner overlooking the V&A Waterfront harbor and Table Mountain or indulge in the famous Table Bay High Tea served in The Lounge. Unwind and savor signature cocktails while enjoying the view. 

    For relaxation, Camelot Spa fuses botanical décor with textured wood and marble along with a serene color palette of light greys, white, greens and honeyed gold. The extensive spa menu represents a combination of massage therapies and beauty treatments, together with treatments and journeys for the face and body.

    Enjoy a signature therapy in one of six luxurious treatment rooms with carefully selected product ranges include Thalgo La Beaute Marine, iS Clinical, CSpa Aroma Wellness, Bellabaci, Goodleaf and Milk Solutions.

    Breakfast is included in your stay.

     

     

    The Table Bay  (Luxury)
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  Day 5: Peninsula Tour

  Today you will be collected from your hotel for your full day Cape Peninsula Tour, a day of spectacular vistas and views. Enroute, you’ll have the option to visit Boulders Beach penguin colony. You’ll soon see for yourself where and why it earned its name, The Fairest Cape. (B)

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    The Table Bay (Luxury)

    Location, location, location: The Table Bay hotel offers 5-star luxury accommodation on the Cape Town water front with views to match. Each of the 329 luxury hotel rooms enjoy uninterrupted sea facing views across the Victoria and Alfred harbor to Table Mountain, or over the Atlantic Ocean to Robben Island. Picture perfect in every way, The Table Bay is Cape Town’s best-kept secret.

    As the only luxury hotel with direct access to the famous V&A Waterfront, the bustling quays, market, stores and galleries are yours to explore at any time of day or night.

    Inspired by the boundless creative energy of the city that it calls home, The Table Bay celebrates Cape Town's colorful cultural heritage, evocative romance and irresistible spirit of adventure. Straddling the working V&A harbor and vibrant city bowl beneath the majestic zenith of Table Mountain, The Table Bay enjoys the best address in Cape Town, and invites you to discover an authentic South African 5-star experience.

    Rooms and suites offer grandeur and grace, where every detail has been thoughtfully considered. The Table Bay offers luxury accommodation that retains the intimacy of a boutique hotel, each meticulously designed to provide the utmost comfort and style. From luxurious bedding to spacious bathrooms and breathtaking views, every detail has been carefully curated to ensure a memorable stay.

    Authentically South African but world-class in every way, even the cuisine fuses the city’s spice route history with global trends. Enjoy the freshest flavors of breakfast, lunch or dinner overlooking the V&A Waterfront harbor and Table Mountain or indulge in the famous Table Bay High Tea served in The Lounge. Unwind and savor signature cocktails while enjoying the view. 

    For relaxation, Camelot Spa fuses botanical décor with textured wood and marble along with a serene color palette of light greys, white, greens and honeyed gold. The extensive spa menu represents a combination of massage therapies and beauty treatments, together with treatments and journeys for the face and body.

    Enjoy a signature therapy in one of six luxurious treatment rooms with carefully selected product ranges include Thalgo La Beaute Marine, iS Clinical, CSpa Aroma Wellness, Bellabaci, Goodleaf and Milk Solutions.

    Breakfast is included in your stay.

     

     

    The Table Bay  (Luxury)
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  Day 6: At leisure in Cape Town

  Day at leisure to enjoy Cape Town at your own pace, or to add a guided experience to the Winelands or other surrounding areas. Our Destination Specialists are here to help. (B)

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    The Table Bay (Luxury)

    Location, location, location: The Table Bay hotel offers 5-star luxury accommodation on the Cape Town water front with views to match. Each of the 329 luxury hotel rooms enjoy uninterrupted sea facing views across the Victoria and Alfred harbor to Table Mountain, or over the Atlantic Ocean to Robben Island. Picture perfect in every way, The Table Bay is Cape Town’s best-kept secret.

    As the only luxury hotel with direct access to the famous V&A Waterfront, the bustling quays, market, stores and galleries are yours to explore at any time of day or night.

    Inspired by the boundless creative energy of the city that it calls home, The Table Bay celebrates Cape Town's colorful cultural heritage, evocative romance and irresistible spirit of adventure. Straddling the working V&A harbor and vibrant city bowl beneath the majestic zenith of Table Mountain, The Table Bay enjoys the best address in Cape Town, and invites you to discover an authentic South African 5-star experience.

    Rooms and suites offer grandeur and grace, where every detail has been thoughtfully considered. The Table Bay offers luxury accommodation that retains the intimacy of a boutique hotel, each meticulously designed to provide the utmost comfort and style. From luxurious bedding to spacious bathrooms and breathtaking views, every detail has been carefully curated to ensure a memorable stay.

    Authentically South African but world-class in every way, even the cuisine fuses the city’s spice route history with global trends. Enjoy the freshest flavors of breakfast, lunch or dinner overlooking the V&A Waterfront harbor and Table Mountain or indulge in the famous Table Bay High Tea served in The Lounge. Unwind and savor signature cocktails while enjoying the view. 

    For relaxation, Camelot Spa fuses botanical décor with textured wood and marble along with a serene color palette of light greys, white, greens and honeyed gold. The extensive spa menu represents a combination of massage therapies and beauty treatments, together with treatments and journeys for the face and body.

    Enjoy a signature therapy in one of six luxurious treatment rooms with carefully selected product ranges include Thalgo La Beaute Marine, iS Clinical, CSpa Aroma Wellness, Bellabaci, Goodleaf and Milk Solutions.

    Breakfast is included in your stay.

     

     

    The Table Bay  (Luxury)
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  Day 7: Cape Town – Kapama Private Game Reserve

  This morning you will be collected from your hotel and transferred to the airport for your flight to Kruger Hoedspruit Airport (flight not included). On arrival at the airport, you will be met and transferred by road to Kapama Private Game Reserve in the Greater Kruger National Park where you’ll spend the next three nights at Buffalo Camp. Your first game drive looking for the Big Five – leopard, lion, elephant, buffalo and rhino - is this afternoon! (B,L,D)

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    Kapama Buffalo Camp (Luxury)

    Immerse yourself in the peacefulness of the African bush at luxurious Kapama Private Game Reserve. A Big Five park spanning over 37,000acres of pristine South African bush, Kapama offers the perfect safari destination. 

    At Kapama, the old-world charm of Buffalo Camp awaits. High in the treetops, with a seasonal river below, accessible only by elevated wooden walkways, the old-world luxury tents of Buffalo Camp offer a quiet and intimate place where you can unwind and simply absorb the surrounding peace. 

    Buffalo Camp’s ultra-luxurious tents delight guests. Dark wood and leather finishes add a nostalgic air, while lights illuminating the walkways at night create a wonderfully romantic ambience. Each luxury tent features en-suite bathrooms and air-conditioning, as well as additional blankets for cooler weather comfort. Tea and Lavazza coffee facilities come standard, along with a fully stocked minibar. For peace of mind, there’s a lock-up safe for your valuables, and international electric plugs for convenience. Each tented suite also boasts a private wooden deck where guests can relax and admire the breathtaking views of the surrounding wilderness.

    The heart of Buffalo Camp is its communal areas, which include a welcoming lounge area, an open-air dining deck, and a traditional boma where guests gather around a crackling fire under the starlit African sky. Here, guests can savor delicious meals prepared by skilled chefs, inspired by the flavors of Africa and accompanied by fine wines from the camp's extensive cellar.

    The camp's experienced rangers and trackers lead guests on thrilling twice-daily game drives through the Kapama Private Game Reserve, where encounters with Africa's Big Five – lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros – are virtually guaranteed. In addition to game drives, guests can also embark on guided bush walks to explore the reserve on foot, gaining insights into the smaller creatures and intricate ecosystems that make up this diverse landscape.

    Between safari activities, guests can unwind and cool off in the camp's inviting swimming pool, surrounded by lush vegetation and overlooking the riverbed below. For those seeking relaxation and rejuvenation, the camp's on-site spa offers a range of treatments and massages using natural African ingredients, providing the perfect opportunity to unwind and reconnect with oneself amidst the sights and sounds of the African bush.

    Airport transfers, all meals and domestic beverages and twice daily game activities are included in your stay. 

    Kapama Buffalo Camp  (Luxury)
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  Day 8: Kapama Private Game Reserve

  This morning you are up with the sun to steal a march on the wildlife, led by a highly experienced Ranger.  Game drives are usually 2 – 3 hours in duration. Don’t forget your camera and binoculars. After your game drive, you’ll return to the Camp with stories of all you have seen. Spend a few hours relaxing at camp and then set out on another game drive in the afternoon. (B,L,D)

  • 

    Kapama Buffalo Camp (Luxury)

    Immerse yourself in the peacefulness of the African bush at luxurious Kapama Private Game Reserve. A Big Five park spanning over 37,000acres of pristine South African bush, Kapama offers the perfect safari destination. 

    At Kapama, the old-world charm of Buffalo Camp awaits. High in the treetops, with a seasonal river below, accessible only by elevated wooden walkways, the old-world luxury tents of Buffalo Camp offer a quiet and intimate place where you can unwind and simply absorb the surrounding peace. 

    Buffalo Camp’s ultra-luxurious tents delight guests. Dark wood and leather finishes add a nostalgic air, while lights illuminating the walkways at night create a wonderfully romantic ambience. Each luxury tent features en-suite bathrooms and air-conditioning, as well as additional blankets for cooler weather comfort. Tea and Lavazza coffee facilities come standard, along with a fully stocked minibar. For peace of mind, there’s a lock-up safe for your valuables, and international electric plugs for convenience. Each tented suite also boasts a private wooden deck where guests can relax and admire the breathtaking views of the surrounding wilderness.

    The heart of Buffalo Camp is its communal areas, which include a welcoming lounge area, an open-air dining deck, and a traditional boma where guests gather around a crackling fire under the starlit African sky. Here, guests can savor delicious meals prepared by skilled chefs, inspired by the flavors of Africa and accompanied by fine wines from the camp's extensive cellar.

    The camp's experienced rangers and trackers lead guests on thrilling twice-daily game drives through the Kapama Private Game Reserve, where encounters with Africa's Big Five – lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros – are virtually guaranteed. In addition to game drives, guests can also embark on guided bush walks to explore the reserve on foot, gaining insights into the smaller creatures and intricate ecosystems that make up this diverse landscape.

    Between safari activities, guests can unwind and cool off in the camp's inviting swimming pool, surrounded by lush vegetation and overlooking the riverbed below. For those seeking relaxation and rejuvenation, the camp's on-site spa offers a range of treatments and massages using natural African ingredients, providing the perfect opportunity to unwind and reconnect with oneself amidst the sights and sounds of the African bush.

    Airport transfers, all meals and domestic beverages and twice daily game activities are included in your stay. 

    Kapama Buffalo Camp  (Luxury)
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  Day 9: Kapama Private Game Reserve

  Again, today consists of morning and afternoon game drives and time to relax (or nap) in between.  (B,L,D)

  • 

    Kapama Buffalo Camp (Luxury)

    Immerse yourself in the peacefulness of the African bush at luxurious Kapama Private Game Reserve. A Big Five park spanning over 37,000acres of pristine South African bush, Kapama offers the perfect safari destination. 

    At Kapama, the old-world charm of Buffalo Camp awaits. High in the treetops, with a seasonal river below, accessible only by elevated wooden walkways, the old-world luxury tents of Buffalo Camp offer a quiet and intimate place where you can unwind and simply absorb the surrounding peace. 

    Buffalo Camp’s ultra-luxurious tents delight guests. Dark wood and leather finishes add a nostalgic air, while lights illuminating the walkways at night create a wonderfully romantic ambience. Each luxury tent features en-suite bathrooms and air-conditioning, as well as additional blankets for cooler weather comfort. Tea and Lavazza coffee facilities come standard, along with a fully stocked minibar. For peace of mind, there’s a lock-up safe for your valuables, and international electric plugs for convenience. Each tented suite also boasts a private wooden deck where guests can relax and admire the breathtaking views of the surrounding wilderness.

    The heart of Buffalo Camp is its communal areas, which include a welcoming lounge area, an open-air dining deck, and a traditional boma where guests gather around a crackling fire under the starlit African sky. Here, guests can savor delicious meals prepared by skilled chefs, inspired by the flavors of Africa and accompanied by fine wines from the camp's extensive cellar.

    The camp's experienced rangers and trackers lead guests on thrilling twice-daily game drives through the Kapama Private Game Reserve, where encounters with Africa's Big Five – lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros – are virtually guaranteed. In addition to game drives, guests can also embark on guided bush walks to explore the reserve on foot, gaining insights into the smaller creatures and intricate ecosystems that make up this diverse landscape.

    Between safari activities, guests can unwind and cool off in the camp's inviting swimming pool, surrounded by lush vegetation and overlooking the riverbed below. For those seeking relaxation and rejuvenation, the camp's on-site spa offers a range of treatments and massages using natural African ingredients, providing the perfect opportunity to unwind and reconnect with oneself amidst the sights and sounds of the African bush.

    Airport transfers, all meals and domestic beverages and twice daily game activities are included in your stay. 

    Kapama Buffalo Camp  (Luxury)
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  Day 10: Depart

  After a final morning game drive, you’ll be transferred to Hoedspruit Airport for your onward flight.