13/09/2027 Australia – Johannesburg
Depart from your chosen capital city on the flight to Johannesburg.
14/09/2027 Johannesburg – Victoria Falls (LD)
Depart Johannesburg South African SA 40, 11.45
Arrive Victoria Falls 13.20
On arrival we transfer to our accommodation for our overnight stay.
Victoria Falls Hotel
Victoria Falls
15/09/2027 Victoria Falls – Hwange National Park (BLD)
This morning we transfer to Hwange National Park, driving past villages teeming with African life. Our accommodation for the next three nights is at The Hide, a wonderful resort with its own waterhole where elephants, giraffes and zebras come to drink. At the park’s entrance we transfer to open 4WD vehicles for our drive to The Hide, which is within Hwange National Park itself.
The Hide
Hwange National Park
16/09/2027 Hwange National Park (BLD)
Hwange National Park is famous for its large numbers of elephants – in excess of 30,000 – plus buffalo, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, sable, eland, impala, baboons, lions, the occasional leopard and exotic birdlife.
17/09/2027 Hwange National Park (BLD)
Late-night game viewing can be just as exciting as early-morning game drives, and there will be opportunities for late-night drives by spotlight to see nocturnal small cats and mammals. In addition, our lodge has two fully enclosed ‘hides’ to view animals from just a few metres away; you can almost reach out and touch them!
18/09/2027 Hwange – Victoria Falls (BLD)
We will visit Victoria Falls Hotel which is one of the great colonial properties in Africa. Built in 1905, it still retains much of its Edwardian charm. Relax in the comfort of the Bulawayo Room or on the terrace overlooking the famous bridge and the falls themselves. The Victoria Falls are certainly one of the wonders of the world and we have the chance to view them by air and on foot. At nearly two-kms wide and 100m deep, they form the largest curtain of falling water in the world.
Victoria Falls Safari Lodge
Victoria Falls
19/09/2027 Victoria Falls (BLD)
Today we continue to explore Victoria Falls. In the evening we head out onto the Zambezi for a relaxing and picturesque sundowner cruise.
20/09/2027 Victoria Falls (BLD)
Today is at leisure at Victoria Falls. A ten-minute walk brings us to the fascinating town where we can explore the huge markets offering a wonderful array of local produce as well as souvenirs.
21/09/2027 Victoria Falls – Chobe National Park (BLD)
This morning we travel by road to the fantastic Chobe National Park. Covering an area of 11,000 sq km, the park is renowned for its big game viewing by land and by boat on the Chobe River. Chobe is famous for its diverse concentration of wildlife including elephant, hippo, crocodile and lion. After lunch we embark on an afternoon sunset cruise on the tranquil Chobe River where we see elephants bathing in the water. This place is also home to the beautiful malachite kingfisher.
Chobe Safari Lodge
Chobe
22/09/2027 Chobe National Park (BLD)
Another spectacular day in Africa begins with an early-morning game drive to try to find the lions and leopards after their overnight activity. Kudu, impala, puku and hippos will be plentiful as we drive along the river foreshore. In the afternoon we have the choice of another delightful river cruise or a game drive in our open 4WD vehicles.
23/09/2027 Chobe – Xakanaxa (BLD)
This morning we board a private plane for the short flight to the Xakanaxa strip in the Okavango Delta. Xakanaxa is a wonderful camp on the banks of the River Khwai, on the edge of the magnificent Moremi Wildlife Reserve. Every tent has private facilities and its own terrace overlooking the water. Our afternoon activity introduces us to a new environment: water based, with lots of lakes, birds and water antelope, such as reed buck and red lechwe.
Xakanaxa Lodge
OkavangoDelta
24/09/2027 Xakanaxa (BLD)
We start the day with an early-morning game drive in the park. Each summer the rains in Angola flood the Okavango, forming an immense fan-shaped inland delta of lagoons and labyrinthine channels, palm-graced islands and papyrus beds. The annual floods into the Okavango begin between January and March, a gentle rather than spectacular process; the waters take several months to reach their southern extremity.
25/09/2027 Xakanaxa (BLD)
We have another magical day of game viewing in the Okavango Delta or, if we prefer, a day relaxing and taking in the surroundings of our exquisite camp.
26/09/2027 Xakanaxa – Cape Town (BLD)
This morning is at leisure until our flight to Cape Town.
Depart Maun Air Link 4Z 315, 13.40
Arrive Cape Town 16.20
On arrival in Cape Town we transfer to our hotel.
Southern Sun The Cullinan
Cape Town
27/09/2027 Cape Town (BLD)
Affectionately known as the Mother City, Cape Town is South Africa’s oldest city. It is noted for its waterfronts, trendy restaurants and sun-soaked, sandy beaches. Its mix of races – African, European and Asian – makes it one of the most vibrant cities in the world. This morning we travel by cable car to the top of majestic Table Mountain, which dominates the city and affords spectacular views from the summit. In the afternoon we continue exploring this eclectic city.
28/09/2027 Cape Town (BLD)
This morning we leave for a full-day tour of the Cape Peninsula, a journey through incomparable scenery. We drive along the Atlantic seaboard, via Hout Bay and on to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and its scenic viewing point. We also visit Simon’s Town, a settlement rich in history, character and atmosphere. This small town is well known for its marine life including whales, penguins and seals.
29/09/2027 Cape Town (BLD)
Today we explore South Africa’s fertile valleys, world-famous for producing fine wines. The area is also a treasury of rustic beauty and sprawling estates shaded by giant oak trees.
30/09/2027 Cape Town – Johannesburg – Perth (BL)
This morning is at leisure until our transfer to the airport for our homeward journey.
Depart Cape Town South African SA 334, 12.45
Arrive Johannesburg 14.50
On arrival in Johannesburg, connect with your flight to your preferred Australian capital city.
01/10/2027 Arrive Australia
