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January 2020 - M arch 2021
AFRICA
Botswana
Namibia
South A frica
Victoria Falls
Llama Travel
Africa
Already in our 18th year of operation, Llama Travel is
now well established as one of the leading operators of
holidays to Latin America. Our dedication to getting
it right has led us to being voted Top Tour Operator in
the UK by readers of Wanderlust magazine and runner
up in the Telegraph Travel Awards.
We love Latin America and so, of course, do our
customers. We also love travelling to other parts of
the world and we know that our customers do too.
Many have asked us when we will offer trips to other
destinations. Now, after extensive planning, we are
satisfied that we can offer a programme of holidays
to South Africa, Namibia, Botswana and Victoria Falls
that delivers the same combination of quality, price,
expertise and flexibility that has been so successful in
Latin America. There’s an incredible range of wildlife,
culture, adventure and so much more in southern
Africa. We are excited about this new programme of
holidays to this vibrant and fascinating part of the
world; I hope you will love what we have put together.
Luca Newbold
7 Good Reasons to Choose
Llama Travel Africa
1. Our holidays really are better
Llama Travel customers who travelled in 2019 rated
their holidays 93 out of 100.
2. Our prices really are lower - guaranteed
Because of the way we work, our costs are lower
and so are our prices. If, when you book, you find
the holiday you want available at a better price
elsewhere, let us know. As long as the holidays are
genuinely comparable, we will reduce our price to
beat the other one.
3. Our holidays give you more time
Llama Travel itineraries include more time at each
destination than other operators. You have more
time to acclimatise and more time to explore. The
difference is we don’t charge you more.
4. Speak to someone who’s been there
We have travelled throughout southern Africa, so
wherever you want to go, you can speak to someone
who has up-to-date knowledge of the place.
5. Your money is protected
Llama Travel holidays are ATOL protected by the Civil
Aviation Authority. Llama Travel has a strong financial
position with substantial reserves and no debt.
6. Choose exactly the holiday you want
Choose from our 25 itineraries to South Africa, Namibia,
Botswana or Victoria Falls. You can also add additional nights
in some destinations to give you more time to explore the
areas you want. Just let us know your requirements.
7. We look after you, no matter what
Most holidays go according to plan, but sometimes
you can run into the unexpected. Whether it’s flight
delays, a strike or something else, we will be there
to sort it out for you.
Dunes at Sossusvlei in Namibia
Contents
Travelling Responsibly 4
South Africa 5
Namibia 13
Botswana & Victoria Falls 17
Your flight to Africa 21
Booking Conditions 22
Holiday Information 23
The air holidays in this brochure
are ATOL protected by the Civil
Aviation Authority. Our ATOL
number is ATOL 5804.
Llama Travel is a member of the
Association of Independent
Tour Operators. The Association
represents Britain’s leading
independent tour operators and
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Travel abides by the Association’s Code of Conduct
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more about the Association or call 020 8744 9280.
Llama Travel is an
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African Travel & Tourism Association.
ZAMBIA
Victoria Falls
Chobe
Etosha
Okavango Delta
ZIMBABWE
Maun
Damaraland
Windhoek
BOTSWANA Genovesa
0 50 kilometres
Marchena
Swakopmund
E Q UATO R
MOZAMBIQUE
Kalahari Kruger region
Sossusvlei Santiago Bartolome
Fernandina Baltra
NAMIBIA Johannesburg
Rabida
Santa Cruz
Isabela Santa Fe
San Cristóbal
SOUTH AFRICA 5-Day Cruise
Floreana Española
7-Day Cruise
G A L A PAG O S
Stellenbosch Oudtshoorn
Cape Town Knysna
Hermanus 0 400 kilometres
A mokoro ride in the Okavango Delta in Botswana
Travelling
Responsibly
Llama Travel recognises that tourism to countries in
Africa has a significant impact, both on the lives of
local people and on the natural environment. When
carried out sensitively, this impact can be very
positive, providing employment and income as well as
encouraging the preservation of local resources and
culture. The economic benefit comes more directly
than most other forms of export; through restaurants,
shops and other services supplied by locals.
Many countries in Africa are poor, and tourism is
important economically. You’ll notice that most
guides, trackers and lodge staff will be from the local
communities. In rural villages, lodges often offer the
main means of employment for villagers.
Llama Travel works with local companies and
organisations in Africa to try to ensure that our
holidays are beneficial for the people of the
destinations we visit. We ask you to help with this:
• Support the local economy by buying local
produce and services.
• Respect local people and culture, especially
when taking photographs.
• Respect the behaviour and habitat of wildlife.
• Do not buy products made from endangered
species or plants.
• Support local environmental projects and those
designed to preserve local heritage.
• Please do not litter.
All Llama Travel excursions are taken with knowledgeable
local guides who are fluent in English, and often in other
local languages. We feel that the use of local guides
aids the traveller in a better understanding of their
destination, as well as working to better the lives of
people living in the local community. We try to ensure
that all local staff we work with are treated and paid
well. However, some of the local companies we work with
may not always share these concerns. If you come across
anyone on your holiday that you think is being exploited,
please bring this to our attention.
Llama Travel supports the work in Zimbabwe of Practical
Action, a development organisation founded in the UK
in 1965 by Fritz Schumacher, who coined the phrase
‘small is beautiful’ to describe the need to apply small-
scale technology to reduce poverty. Practical Action
helps people in local communities to develop ingenious,
lasting and locally owned solutions for agriculture,
water and waste management, climate resilience and
clean energy. In this way, people in poverty can improve
their lives. Llama Travel is particularly impressed with
the way Practical Action operates, working with local
people to develop appropriate solutions that have a
long-term impact on their lives.
If you would like to join us in helping Practical
Action, see our carbon emissions scheme on page 21.
A Zimbabwean farmer trained by Practical Action
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Namibia
Described by the bushmen as the soul of the world,
Namibia is one of the least densely populated
countries on earth. It is filled with wide open
spaces and diverse landscapes, including the rugged
Damaraland, the salt pan of Etosha, the soaring
orange dunes of Sossusvlei and the Skeleton Coast
of the Atlantic Ocean. Wildlife is endless, with lion,
cheetah, giraffe, wildebeest, elephant, rhino and
around 700 species of birds, as well as marine life
on the coast.
The various peoples who have inhabited the region
have all left their mark, from the rock art of
Twyfelfontein which dates from up to 6,000 years
ago, to the German influence in the architecture of
Windhoek and Swakopmund.
Long journeys across the country are part of the
experience, and the travelling is as much part of
the adventure as the destinations are - you cover
over 2,000 kilometres on this trip. Sitting, thinking
and absorbing the vast landscapes is as memorable
and special as spotting game or climbing one of the
tallest dunes in the world.
When to Go
Partially covered by the Namib, one of the world’s driest
deserts, Namibia’s climate is generally very dry and
pleasant. The cold Benguela current keeps the coast
cool, damp and free of rain for most of the year. Inland,
all the rain falls in summer (November to April).
January and February are hot, when daytime
temperatures in the interior can exceed 40ºC,
but nights are usually cool. From May to July the
temperature cools. Daytime temperatures are still
pleasantly warm but nights and early mornings can be
chilly. July to October are usually the driest months,
and temperatures are not excessive, so is a popular
time to travel.
J F M A M J J A S O N D
Av. max temp (ºC) 32 30 30 28 25 23 23 25 29 31 32 33
Windhoek
Av. min temp (ºC) 17 17 16 13 11 7 7 9 13 16 16 17
Rainfall (cm) 11 10 9 5 10 1 0 0 5 1 2 3
Av. max temp (ºC) 22 22 22 22 21 21 20 18 18 18 19 20
Swakopmund
Av. min temp (ºC) 15 15 15 13 12 11 10 9 10 11 12 14
Rainfall (cm) 2 2 3 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0
ZAMBIA
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Etosha National Park
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Kalahari
Sossusvlei
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Sand dunes in Sossusvlei 13
Hotels in Namibia Wildlife & Wilderness
of Namibia
Hilton hotel, Windhoek
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Windhoek Kalahari Sossusvlei
Swakopmund Damaraland Etosha National Park
15 days / 12 nights From £2999
This comfortable hotel boasts a rooftop pool
with views over Windhoek, and excellent
facilities including a spa. En-suite rooms are
decorated in a warm, contemporary African
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style and have air conditioning.
Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch PANAMA
Beautifully located overlooking the red
dunes of the Southern Kalahari, this ranch
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has a restaurant and swimming pool. The
en-suite, air conditioned rooms are simply
furnished in wood.
Discover Deadvlei, a dried white clay pan with skeletons of trees that are hundreds of years old
Elegant Desert Lodge,
Sossusvlei Region What makes Namibia unique is its vast landscapes myriad marine and birdlife. Palmwag is part of the huge
and emptiness. This trip allows you to experience the Damaraland region, where you can track the black rhino
best of the country’s untamed desert, wildlife-filled and go on safari drives in search of giraffe, elephant and
national parks, soaring dunes and coastal towns. lion, while Etosha National Park offers some of Africa’s
best game viewing in a striking setting. Windhoek is
Admire the Kalahari’s red sands dotted with camelthorn
Namibia’s capital and the start and end points to the trip.
trees. Be dwarfed by some of the highest dunes on earth
in Sossusvlei, where the clay pans contrast sharply against In between you’ll cover over 2,000 kilometres overland,
the orange sand and blue sky. Explore Swakopmund at the much of it on gravel roads, making this one of the
The Elegant Desert Lodge is 45 minutes
gateway of Namibia’s Skeleton Coast, where much of the world’s great road trips as you spend multiple days
from the national park gate in a lovely
architecture attests to the country’s German influence, watching the scenery change, and have plenty of time
setting surrounded by mountains. There
and the cold Atlantic coastal ecosystem supports to reflect on the journey.
is a pool, bar and restaurant. En-suite
rooms are air conditioned.
Itinerary
Swakopmund Hotel
Day 1 (Wed) Fly overnight from the UK to Windhoek. pelicans. Afternoon free.
Day 2 (Thu) Windhoek Arrive in Windhoek. You are met Day 8 (Wed) Damaraland A full-day drive to Palmwag,
at the airport and taken to your hotel. You have time covering 500km. You stop at the Twyfelfontein rock
to explore the city, which has a German feel (1 night). engravings which date back over 2,000 years (2 nights).
Day 3 (Fri) Kalahari A fascinating 300km journey Day 9 (Thu) Damaraland In the morning, take the
through mountainous scenery to the Kalahari Desert, optional Rhino Tracking excursion to observe one of
characterised by red sand dunes and endless grass plains. the world’s most endangered species. Alternatively
Built in the old German station building,
Arrive at the lodge in time for a late lunch and take the take the optional Palmwag Game Drive with multiple
this charming hotel boasts three
optional Sundowner Game Drive in the evening (1 night). game-viewing opportunities.
restaurants, a pool, bar and health
studio. Colonial-style rooms are en-suite Day 4 (Sat) Sossusvlei area Leave early for a Day 10 (Fri) Etosha South A 300km drive to Etosha in time
with air conditioning. beautiful 300km drive to the Sossusvlei area, for lunch at the lodge. Take a late-afternoon game drive
gateway to the famous 320-metre high sand dunes to spot a variety of wildlife, hopefully including lion,
Palmwag Lodge, Damaraland
which create an unforgettable wilderness in the giraffe, elephant and rhino (1 night).
This lodge has a beautiful oasis location.
world’s oldest desert. Afternoon free (2 nights).
There is a swimming pool and bar serving Day 11 (Sat) Etosha East A fantastic day driving
meals and drinks. Simple rooms are en- Day 5 (Sun) Sossusvlei area A very early drive to the across Etosha National Park giving wonderful wildlife
suite with fans. sand dunes for an iconic sunrise photo and the chance to spotting opportunities as you stop at the waterholes
climb some of the dunes. Also visit Deadvlei, the surreal to get as close as possible to the animals (2 nights).
Etosha Safari Lodge, etosha SOUTH
site where dead camelthorn trees reach out of the dried
This characterful lodge, just 10km from Day 12 (Sun) Etosha East Enjoy game-viewing in the
marsh, and the thirty-metre deep Sesriem Canyon, before
the entrance to Etosha National Park, park with the option to take an Open Vehicle Game
returning for an afternoon’s rest in your hotel.
has a restaurant, bar and swimming pool. Drive excursion for a more classic safari experience.
Rooms are en-suite with air conditioning. Day 6 (Mon) Swakopmund A long drive to
Day 13 (Mon) Windhoek A full day drive south to
Swakopmund, on the Skeleton Coast, stopping en-
Mokuti Etosha Lodge, etosha EAST Windhoek, stopping at the Okahandja craft market
route at an unexpected German Bakery in the desert
This lodge, close to Etosha’s eastern gate, en route (1 night).
and perhaps spotting flamingos as you near the
consists of thatched buildings and two
town. Arrive mid-afternoon and have the rest of the Day 14 (Tue) Transfer to the airport for your
pools nestled among the vast indigenous
day to explore the coastal town (2 nights). overnight flight to the UK.
gardens. En-suite, air conditioned rooms
overlook the gardens. Day 7 (Tue) Swakopmund Take the optional Day 15 (Wed) Arrival in the UK.
Catamaran Cruise Excursion at Walvis Bay where
For extensions to Cape Town or Victoria Falls see
you may spot dolphins, whales, turtles, seals and
page 16.
14 020 7263 3000 www.llamatravel.com
ANGOLA ZA
Etosha National Park
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A Damaraland
BOTSWANA
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BOTSWANA
LA EAN
Windhoek
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Swakopmund
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Kalahari
Sossusvlei
0 400 kilometres
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Cape Town Oudtsoorn
Knysna
Hermanus
Spot lions and other big game in Etosha
Track the critically-endangered black rhino on foot in Damaraland
Optional Excursions
Kalahari Sundowner Game Drive Palmwag Game Drive
This late afternoon excursion takes you into the As an alternative to rhino tracking, this four-hour safari
Kalahari where you can look for a range of desert- vehicle drive into the Palmwag Concession allows you to
adapted flora and fauna including giraffe, oryx, discover the wildlife that roams in this arid paradise. An
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wildebeest, eland and kudu. As the day draws to a experienced guide will show you all that the concession has
close, enjoy a sundowner drink and snacks whilst to offer, helping you spot species such as hyena, elephant,
watching the breathtaking sunset over the Kalahari. oryx and zebra, and pointing out the varied birdlife which
Return to the lodge in time for dinner. includes eagles, falcons and kestrels. Predators like lions, Take a catamaran cruise on Namibia’s coastline
cheetah and leopard are also sometimes spotted.
Catamaran CRUISE
This morning catamaran excursion starts in Walvis Bay, 30 Etosha open vehicle Game Drive
minutes south of Swakopmund, with tea and coffee served on This half-day excursion is an alternative to the morning
board. Throughout the journey, the boat will be accompanied game drive in the standard tour vehicle, taken with an
by sea birds and, depending on the season, whales, dolphins experienced guide in an open-sided vehicle, which
and turtles. The journey also passes several ships and oil allows for a better view of the wildlife, giving a classic
rigs in the bay, and you see the lighthouse at Pelican Point, safari experience. Sounds and smells can be picked up
home to around 60,000 cape fur seals. You cruise past oyster more easily, the vehicle has better manoeuvrability,
farms before trying them yourself on board, accompanied by and you will have better photography opportunities.
sparkling wine. Return to Swakopmund around midday. See wild ostriches in Etosha National Park
Rhino Tracking
This morning excursion takes you in search of rhinos in
Palmwag, with the guidance of a qualified guide and tracker. Set
off at dawn, and once the rhinos have been located, you follow
this rare species on foot as it moves across the landscape. The
Prices in £ per Person
black rhino is one of the world’s most endangered animals, and Wildlife & Wilderness of Namibia
almost half of them are found in Namibia. Whilst seeing rhinos (12 nights)
is not guaranteed, there is a fairly good chance as Palmwag 18 March 2020 2999
supports a sizeable population of them. This excursion involves 15 April 2020 3099
Date of departure
walking on rocky, uneven ground in the heat, so a good level of 6 May 2020 3149
fitness is required. As you are a tracking wild animals on foot, 22 July 2020 3399
be aware that a level of risk is involved, which you accept when 12 August 2020 3399
taking this excursion. 9 September 2020 3299
7 October 2020 3249
An open vehicle gives better game spotting opportunities in Etosha 11 November 2020 3099
Single supplement 450*
*add £75 to single supplement from Jul - Oct
Prices from London; regional departures see p21
Standard hotels included in prices above
Windhoek Hilton Hotel
Kalahari Bagatelle Game Ranch
Sossusvlei Elegant Desert Lodge
Swakopmund Swakopmund Hotel
Damaraland Palmwag Lodge
Etosha South Etosha Safari Lodge*
Etosha East Mokuti Etosha Lodge
*On some dates, other lodges are used
Accommodation is bed and breakfast, except in
Bagatelle and Palmwag, where dinner is included
Look for rhino in Damaraland with the help of a guide and spotter Admire the Sossusvlei Dunes in the early morning light
Optional Excursions
Kalahari Sundowner Game Drive £55
Catamaran Cruise £60
Palmwag Game Drive £75
Special Offer:
All three excursions for just £159
Rhino Tracking £175
Etosha Open Vehicle Game Drive £70
Important please read pages 22-23 before booking
Palmwag Lodge, Damaraland Etosha Safari Lodge, Etosha South Mokuti Etosha Lodge, Etosha East
Prices may change. See our website or call us on 020 7263 3000 for up-to-date prices. 15
Extensions to holidays in Namibia
Hotels & Excursions Cape Town
See pages 6-7 for details of all hotels 3 nights From £429
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and excursions in Cape Town.
See page 10 for details of all hotels
and excursions in Victoria Falls.
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PANAMA
Take a vineyard tour in the Cape Winelands
Take the cable car up Table Mountain for panoramic views across the city, the harbour and Table Bay towards Robben Island
Cape Town provides a real contrast to Namibia, with visits to the colourful Cape Malay Quarter, Green Market
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this vibrant city offering fantastic food, wine, scenery Square, District Six, the Cape Castle and the Slave Lodge.
and culture, making it a perfect combination after the
Explore the many neighbourhoods of Cape Town Day 16 (Thu) Cape Town Take the optional full day Cape
emptiness of Namibia. On this extension, you have time to
Peninsula excursion, including a boat ride to Seal Island, a
explore the city itself, take the cable car up Table Mountain
journey along scenic Chapman’s Peak, a visit to Cape Point,
and venture out to discover the surrounding natural beauty
where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet and a chance
including Cape Point National Park and Boulders Beach,
to spot the endangered African penguin at Boulders Beach.
known for its large population of penguins.
An excursion to Robben Island is also possible.
Day 14 (Tue) Cape Town Fly from Windhoek to Cape Town.
Day 17 (Fri) Fly overnight to the UK.
Day 15 (Wed) Cape Town A free day to explore this exciting
Day 18 (Sat) Arrival in the UK.
city, or take the optional City & Table Mountain excursion
which includes the cable car up Table Mountain as well as Please ask us for additional nights in Cape Town.
Look out for hippos on the Zambezi Sunset Cruise
Prices in £ per Person
Victoria Falls 3 nights From £599
Cape Town
(3 nights)
£429 (£589 single)*
*Add £70 (£110 single) in Mar and Sep - Nov
An extra charge may be payable for rearranging
flights to Cape Town or back to the UK
Standard hotel included in prices above
Sun Square City Bowl
Accommodation is bed and breakfast.
Superior hotel Supplement
Victoria & Alfred £240 (£480 single)
Price varies throughout year. Ask us for details
Optional Excursions
City & Table Mountain £130
Cape Peninsula £200
Robben Island £130
A minimum of 2 passengers is required to operate
this extension.
Victoria Falls
(3 nights)
Admire Victoria Falls on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe
£599 (£729 single)
An extra charge may be payable for rearranging Combine the desert and vastness of Namibia with one Day 3 (Tue) Victoria Falls Take the optional Victoria
flights to Victoria Falls or to Windhoek
of the most spectacular natural wonders of the world. Falls excursion to learn about the history and
Standard hotel included in prices above Victoria Falls is called “Mosi-oa-Tunya” by the locals, observe the flora and fauna. In the evening take
Nguni Lodge meaning “smoke that thunders”. The waterfalls drop the optional Zambezi Sunset Cruise excursion, where
Accommodation is bed and breakfast.
over 100 metres into the Zambezi Gorge with the veil you can watch wildlife and enjoy the scenery.
Superior hotel Supplement of mist forming rainbows against the blue sky. Its
Batonka Guest Lodge £225 (£345 single) Day 4 (Wed) Victoria Falls Take the optional full day
banks are also home to wildlife and the Zambezi itself
Victoria Falls Hotel £390 (£780 single) Botswana Wildlife excursion to Chobe National Park,
hosts pods of hippos and crocodiles. Water flow varies
Optional Excursions famed for vast herds of elephants. You cruise on the
throughout the year. See page 17 for details.
Victoria Falls £50 Chobe River in the morning, then take an afternoon
Zambezi Sunset Cruise £70 Day 1 (Sun) Fly overnight from the UK, via Johannesburg. game drive after lunch.
Botswana Wildlife £160
Day 2 (Mon) Victoria Falls Arrive in Victoria Falls. Day 5 (Thu) Transfer to the airport for your onward
A minimum of 2 passengers is required to operate
this extension. You are met and taken to your hotel (3 nights). flight to Windhoek in Namibia.
16 020 7263 3000 www.llamatravel.com
South Africa
Dubbed The Rainbow Nation in the post-apartheid
glow, South Africa is diverse in so many ways.
Visitors will not be disappointed by the breadth of
local culture, and people leave feeling truly touched
by the warmth of the South Africans they have met.
South Africa’s landscapes are equally diverse, from
the gorgeous mountain-hugged Cape Town, to the
traditional ostrich-farming town of Oudtshoorn in
the Little Karoo, and the luscious, green coastal
Garden Route.
Wildlife is everywhere, from the Big Five on the Kruger
savannah and the game reserves on the Garden Route,
to the whales in the ocean. The Rovos Rail journey
between Cape Town and Pretoria takes you across the
vast interior in olde-world style.
Combined with great food and wine, South Africa really
is the perfect introduction to the African continent and
has something for everyone.
When to Go
South Africa can be visited year round, but the
summer (December to March) is warmer, especially
in Cape Town and the Garden Route. This area
experiences a Mediterranean climate, with warm,
dry summers, and mild winters, although it can
get cold at night. Cape Town is regularly on the
brink of drought, but in years when there is good
rain, it mainly falls between June and September.
Johannesburg and the Kruger region are inland,
at a higher altitude, and as a result experience
greater variations in temperature, dropping to 9°C
overnight in winter and reaching 34°C during the
day in summer. Rainfall can be frequent between
November and February, with short thunderstorms
interrupting otherwise warm and sunny afternoons.
Winters are cold and dry, with winter mornings
being particularly cold and frosty.
J F M A M J J A S O N D
Av. max temp (ºC) 28 29 27 25 22 20 20 20 21 24 25 27
Cape Town
Av. min temp (ºC) 17 17 16 15 13 12 11 12 13 14 15 17
Rainfall (cm) 2 2 3 5 7 9 10 7 5 4 2 2
Av. max temp (ºC) 28 29 28 26 25 23 22 22 22 24 25 27
Knysna
Av. min temp (ºC) 18 18 17 14 12Z 10
A 9M10
B 11
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14 15 17
Rainfall (cm) 6 5 6 7 7 6 6 8 7 8 6 5
Av. max temp (ºC) 31 31 30 29 27 25 27 29 30 Z
30I30
M31B A B W E
Kruger NP
Av. min temp (ºC) 21 21 20 17 14 12 12 13 16 17 19 20
Rainfall (cm) 12 12 8 5 2 1 1 1 2 5 10 Z 12
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MOZAMBIQUE
0 50 kilometres Genovesa
Marchena
E Q UATO R
B BOOTT SS W
WAAN N
A A
Kruger Region Santiago Bartolome
Fernandina Baltra
Rabida
Johannesburg Santa Cruz
N A M I B I A Isabela Santa Fe
N A M I B I A San Cristóba
Floreana
S O U T H AF R I C A 5-Day Cruise
Española
7-Day Cruise
G A L A PAG O S
Oudtshoorn
Cape Town Stellenbosch
Gondwana Knysna
Hermanus
0 400 kilometres
Cape Town’s Atlantic Seaboard, © Dan Griswin
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Cape Town & The Garden Route
Hotels Cape Town Hermanus Knysna Oudtshoorn Winelands
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Sun Square City Bowl, CAPE TOWN
13 days / 10 nights From £2149
A modern hotel in the city centre, with
great views. There is a rooftop pool,
restaurant, bar and fitness centre. Stylish
en-suite rooms have air conditioning.
Victoria & Alfred hotel, CAPE TOWN
With a prime location on the waterfront,
this iconic hotel has a range of dining
options as well as a spa and wellness
centre, bar and pool. The elegant en-
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suite rooms are air conditioned.
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PANAMA
Arabella Hotel & Spa, Hermanus
With a scenic location near Hermanus,
overlooking a beautiful lagoon, the hotel’s
facilities include two pools, a spa, bar,
restaurant and golf course. En-suite rooms
boast large bathrooms and comfy beds.
Aha The Rex Hotel, Knysna
Located close to the restaurants, shops and
bars of the waterfront, this modern hotel has
a pool. Rooms are comfortable with en-suite
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bathrooms and air conditioning. The hotel
Take in Table Mountain from the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
restaurant currently only serves breakfast.
This holiday combines some of South Africa’s most iconic Within the Cape Town city limits alone it is possible
Knysna Hollow Country Estate
destinations, from classic Cape Town and the whale- to see tortoises, zebra, African penguins, sea lions
In a peaceful setting on the edge of town,
watching hub of Hermanus, to the lush Garden Route town and baboons, as well as numerous bird species.
there are two pools, restaurant and gardens.
of Knysna and the contrasting semi-arid Karoo town of
The en-suite rooms are stylish with air South Africans are known for their warm hospitality
Oudtshoorn. End with a night in the spectacular Winelands.
conditioning. and you will find that along with the lovely setting,
This range of destinations and variety of landscapes people will make you feel welcome at every turn.
Surval Boutique, Oudtshoorn
is one of South Africa’s main attractions. There is Add to this the great food, served with excellent
Located outside of Oudtshoorn, this 18th-
plenty of show-stopping scenery, but this variety also quality ingredients, and the range of great value
century homestead has a restaurant, pool,
provides habitats for some impressive endemic plant wine, and you have a holiday to remember.
mountain views and a beautiful lake for
species, and a wide range of birds and other fauna.
birdwatching. All rooms are en-suite with
air conditioning.
Itinerary
Rosenhof Country House, Oudtshoorn
Day 1 (Thu) Fly overnight from the UK to Cape Town. town and enjoy Knysna’s setting, nestled between lush
This beautiful hotel has lovely
forests and the peaceful lagoon.
gardens, a restaurant, wellness Day 2 (Fri) Cape Town Arrive in Cape Town where you
centre, and pool. En-suite rooms are met and taken to your hotel (4 nights). Day 9 (Fri) Oudtshoorn Take a morning optional Featherbed
have antique furniture and air Eco Experience excursion before taking a two-hour drive to
Day 3 (Sat) Cape Town Take the optional morning Iconic Cape
conditioning. Oudtshoorn in the Little Karoo. Enjoy the setting amidst
Town excursion which takes you up Table Mountain by cable
the majestic Swartberg Mountain range (2 nights).
oude Werf Hotel, STELLENBOSCH car, visits the colourful Cape Malay Quarter and Greenmarket
In the heart of Stellenbosch, this Square where craftspeople from all over Africa sell their wares. Day 10 (Sat) Oudtshoorn Take the optional Meerkat Magic
hotel combines period-inspired decor excursion in the early morning, then enjoy a free day or
Day 4 (Sun) Cape Town Take the optional full-day
with modern design. There is a pool, take the optional Cango Caves & Ostrich Safari excursion.
Peninsula & Penguins excursion, including a boat
restaurant and coffee lounge and the Learn about this exotic bird species and the town’s history
ride to Seal Island, a visit to Cape Point, and spot
rooms are en-suite with air conditioning. of ostrich farming, and discover some of the biggest
the endangered African penguins at Boulders Beach.
stalagmite formations in the world in the Cango Caves.
Lanzerac Hotel & Spa, Stellenbosch
Day 5 (Mon) Cape Town Take the optional morning Robben
On a working vineyard at the edge of Day 11 (Sun) Stellenbosch Take a six-hour drive through the
Island excursion, visiting the infamous prison where
town, the fabulous hotel has a beautiful arid Karoo to Stellenbosch in the Cape Winelands, where
Nelson Mandela was held for much of his incarceration.
setting with sophisticated en-suite vineyards creep their way up mountainsides, making for
rooms with air conditioning. There are Day 6 (Tue) Hermanus Drive to Hermanus, two hours fantastic scenery. The rest of the day is free to relax (1 night).
several pools, a spa, and 3 restaurants. from Cape Town, where you enjoy a boat ride to spot
Day 12 (Mon) Morning free to enjoy the winelands,
Wine tasting is included. whales from June to December, and other marine
depending on your flight time, then transfer to the
animals year-round (1 night).
airport in Cape Town for an overnight flight to the UK.
Day 7 (Wed) Knysna Take a six-hour drive from Hermanus to
Day 13 (Tue) Arrival in the UK.
Knysna, noticing the scenery change as you enter the verdant
coastal Garden Route. Upon arrival, you have the rest of the For a safari extension to Gondwana or the Kruger
afternoon to relax and explore the town (2 nights). area, or an extension on the luxury Rovos Rail or to
Victoria Falls, see pages 8-12.
Day 8 (Thu) Knysna Take the optional full-day excursion
to the Tsitsikamma National Park, where striking forest You can also add more time in Cape Town or
and beautiful coastline awaits. Alternatively relax in Stellenbosch. Please ask us if you are interested.
Sun Square City Bowl, Cape Town Victoria & Alfred Waterfront Hotel, Cape Town Arabella Hotel & Spa, Hermanus Aha The Rex Hotel, Knysna
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Visit the friendly town of Knysna and the beautiful Featherbed reserve positioned along the Garden Route
Optional excursions Prices in £ per Person
iconic cape town tortoises, African black oystercatchers and blue cranes, Cape Town & the Garden Route
This morning excursion lets you discover the vibrant cultures South Africa’s national bird. There is an optional walk (10 nights)
and rich history of Cape Town, starting with a cable car ride through coastal forest to ancient sea caves, before 9 January 2020 2149
up Table Mountain. Then explore the market of Greenmarket finishing with a buffet lunch and return boat to Kynsna. 30 January 2020 2149
Square where you can haggle with local vendors for beautiful 20 February 2020 2149
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Meerkat magic 12 March 2020 2149
wares. Walk through the peaceful Company Gardens, visit
This very early morning excursion lets you witness 2 April 2020 2149
the Castle of Good Hope, Grand Parade and the District Six
these playful creatures emerging out of their burrows 30 July 2020 2299
Museum. Finally, marvel at the colourful houses and cobbled
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just in time to soak up the sun before they head 1 October 2020 2249
streets of the Cape Malay Quarter. 15 October 2020 2249
about their daily activities. This group of meerkats
Peninsula & penguins has been habituated by a research biologist for the 29 October 2020 2249
This full-day excursion starts early with a boat ride from benefit of conservations and science. After observing 12 November 2020 2199
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Houts Bay to Seal Island, then take a scenic drive along the animals in the early morning light, you return to
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Chapman’s Peak to the Cape Point National Park at the your hotel in time for breakfast. 28 January 2021 2199
tip of the peninsula that has captivated travellers for 11 February 2021 2249
Cango Caves & Ostrich Safari
centuries with its dramatic scenery and fascinating 25 February 2021 2249
This excursion starts with a visit to Cango Caves
history. After a delicious seafood lunch, the return 11 March 2021 2199
where you can go for extensive subterranean walks to
journey takes you along the False Bay, stopping at 25 March 2021 2249
discover some of the biggest stalagmite formations in Single supplement 400*
Boulders Beach, home to a colony of endangered African
the world. Afterwards, visit an ostrich farm, home to * add £50 from Oct 2020 (£100 on 25 Feb 2021)
Penguins, before returning to Cape Town.
large flocks at different stages of development, where Prices are from London, for regional see p21
Robben Island you have lunch. The farm tour starts in the breeding
Standard hotels included in prices above
Made infamous by Nelson Mandela’s incarceration during camp with a nest of ostrich eggs, which you can stand Cape Town Sun Square City Bowl
the apartheid years, Robben Island is now a museum on to test their strength. You will also visit the eggs Hermanus Arabella Hotel
which can be accessed via a short ferry ride from Cape in the incubator rooms where they hatch. You return to Knysna Aha The Rex
Town. This World Heritage Site was a prison for some 450 your hotel mid-afternoon. Oudtshoorn Surval Boutique
years, housing convicts, slaves, exiled Eastern princes, Stellenbosch Oude Werf Hotel
lepers, the insane, and latterly, political prisoners who Accommodation is bed and breakfast,
except where indicated
opposed the apartheid government. On this half-day
excursion you will explore the historic prison, including Superior hotels* Supplement
Mandela’s cell, and discover what life was like for the Cape Town V&A Hotel £320 (£640 single)
prisoners as you visit the muslim shrine and lime quarry. Knysna Knysna Hollow £80 (£160 single)
Oudtshoorn Rosenhof £160 (£200 single)
Tsitsikamma National Park Stellenbosch Lanzerac £150 (£240 single)
This full-day excursion explores the stunning Garden Special Offer: Upgrade in Cape Town,
Route coastline within the national park. Walk the Knysna, Oudtshoorn and Stellenbosch
boardwalk through indigenous forest, which is home for only £519 (£949 single)*
*Prices for superior hotels vary throughout
to a variety of bird species, to the suspension bridge the year. Ask us or see our website for details
that crosses the Storm’s River. This serves as a lookout
Meet the meerkats as the sun rises in Oudtshoorn Optional Excursions
point over the deep river gorge and the striking seas. Iconic Cape Town £90
Retrace your steps through the forest to the restaurant Peninsula & Penguins £150
for lunch, where you enjoy a scenic meal overlooking Robben Island £110
the ocean, before returning to Knysna. Tsitsikamma National Park £40
Featherbed Eco Experience £60
Featherbed eco EXPERIENCE Meerkat Magic £45
A morning excursion starting with a boat ride across Cango Caves & Ostrich Safari £45
Knysna Lagoon to the Western Head, where you take a Special Offer:
4 x 4 vehicle to Featherbed Nature Reserve, stopping at All 7 excursions above for just £449
spectacular viewpoints. Wildlife includes Cape Mountain Important please read pages 22-23 before booking
Lanzerac Hotel & Spa, Stellenbosch
Knysna Hollow Country Estate, Knysna Surval Boutique Olive Estate, Oudtshoorn Rosenhof Country House, Oudtshoorn Oude Werf Hotel, Stellenbosch
Prices may change. See our website or call us on 020 7263 3000 for up-to-date prices. 75-Day Cruise
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Gondwana Lodge
Gondwana Kwena Lodge
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Gondwana Kwena Lodge is a collection
of chalets inspired by traditional San
dwellings. The very spacious suites are
en-suite with private decks overlooking
the reserve. There is a beautiful lounge and
dining room and a pool and spa. All meals
are included.
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Go on game drives in open vehicles with an experienced guide and tracker
South Africa is a favoured destination among safari some excellent game-viewing opportunities in a Big
lovers, thanks to its varied options and the excellent Five reserve on the Garden Route, making it very easy to
accessibility of its reserves and lodges. combine with our Cape Town & The Garden Route holiday.
The Kruger National Park is South Africa’s iconic safari Each option has its particular benefits, but
destination, and there are excellent game reserves wherever you choose, you are assured to get a great
Gondwana Kwena Lodge
bordering the Kruger itself, as well as some private experience of Africa’s spectacular wildlife, beautiful
fenced reserves nearby. The Western Cape also offers scenery and excellent lodges and food.
Prices in £ per Person Choosing Your Safari Lodge
Cape Town &
The Garden
Cape Town &
The Garden
All safari options we offer have a similar format, with The 16,000-hectare private Kapama Game Reserve
Route Route game drives in the morning and afternoon. However, there borders private reserves on Kruger’s periphery.
+ +
Gondwana Kruger are differences in the experience, so it is important to Although a fence separates it from the neighbouring
Safari Safari
understand the factors which make each one different, and reserves, there is some movement of smaller, agile
(12 nights) (14 nights)
what their implications are for your safari experience. species and birds between Kapama, the neighbouring
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30 Jan 2020 2949 3399 reserves and the Kruger. The Kapama River Lodge offers
The Kruger National Park is the largest national park in
20 Feb 2020 2949 3399 a higher standard of accommodation than Shiduli with
South Africa, almost the size of Wales, and conservation
12 Mar 2020 2949 3399 an open, airy design and a sociable atmosphere.
2 Apr 2020 2949 3399 within the park is run by the South African government.
30 Jul 2020 2999 3549 There is excellent game viewing in the area, with varied One of the best options is to stay in a concession. These
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1 Oct 2020 3099 3499 and plentiful wildlife. The park itself is open to public are privately managed areas within the Kruger National
15 Oct 2020 3099 3499 vehicles, so there are more restrictions to protect the area Park, which combines the freedom and exclusivity of
29 Oct 2020 3099 3499 than in private reserves and concessions. the private reserves with the enormous diversity and
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density of wildlife of the national park. Lodges within the
26 Nov 2020 3049 3449 Private reserves in the Kruger area are privately owned
14 Jan 2021 3049 3499 concessions are high quality, and in high demand, which
areas and have the same type of wildlife as the Kruger
28 Jan 2021 3049 3499 has implications on the price. Hamiltons Tented Camp
National Park. In some cases, the reserves are adjacent
11 Feb 2021 3099 3549 is in the private 10,000-hectare Mluwati concession.
25 Feb 2021 3099 3549 to the Kruger and unfenced, allowing wildlife to roam
There are no fences so wildlife roams freely between the
11 Mar 2021 3049 3499 freely, and in some cases they are separate and fenced,
concession and the rest of the Kruger. The camp boasts
25 Mar 2021 3099 3549 with wildlife kept within the (usually large) reserve. As
Single supplement 700* 900* only six suites, and is of a very high standard.
visits in the reserves are only for guests staying there,
* add £50 from Oct 2020 (£100 on 25 Feb 2021) these are more exclusive and there is more freedom in Gondwana is a private 11,000-hectare reserve located in
Prices are from London, for regional see p21 the activities carried out, such as bush walks. the Western Cape, near the Garden Route. It offers the Big
Standard lodges included in prices above Five, although leopards are rarely seen, and plenty of other
Gondwana Gondwana Kwena Lodge Shiduli Lodge is situated in the private 9,000-hectare
species, although the landscape looks totally different, and
Kruger Shiduli Lodge Karongwe Game Reserve close to the Kruger. Even though
it does not support the wildlife density and diversity of other
Accommodation is full board it is separated from the park, it offers the same landscape and
species found in the Kruger reserves. Unlike the Kruger area,
For Cape Town and Garden Route hotels, habitats. It boasts the Big Five and plenty of wildlife, albeit
see pages 6-7 Gondwana is malaria-free, and the easy access makes it good
on a smaller scale. The lodge is comfortable and welcoming.
Superior Kruger lodges Supplement value, so it an excellent option for a first time safari.
Kapama River Lodge £250 (£350 single)*
Hamiltons Tented Camp £700 (£1000 single)*
* add £50 for 2021 departures
Accommodation is full board. Hamiltons also
includes selected soft and alcoholic drinks
Johannesburg hotels
For Kruger Safari itineraries
The Maslow included
The Peech £45 (£90 single)
Accommodation is bed & breakfast
Important please read pages 22-23 before booking
Look out for endangered rhinos whilst on safari See zebras and other wildlife in South Africa’s Western Cape
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Kruger Safari itinerary
Kruger Lodges
Shiduli PRivate Game Lodge
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Give way to elephants crossing paths with your safari vehicle
Shiduli Lodge sits in the private Karongwe
Gondwana Safari Itinerary Reserve, with a beautiful tropical garden.
There are 24 simple but tasteful air
Gondwana is an 11,000-hectare malaria-free reserve in the Day 12 (Mon) Gondwana Set off on an early morning game conditioned en suite rooms, as well as a spa,
Western Cape, near the Garden Route, so is easy to combine drive before sunrise. Most wildlife activity happens in the early pool, thatched dining area, a dining deck
with our Cape Town & The Garden Route itinerary. It boasts mornings and late evenings, when it is cooler. Return to the and lounge areas. All meals are included.
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lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo and many antelope species, and lodge for breakfast, then have free time and lunch. Enjoy a late
Kapama River Lodge
numerous endemic bird species, as well as endemic Cape flora. afternoon game drive before returning for dinner at the lodge.
Accommodation is of a very high standard and the food is
Day 13 (Tue) Stellenbosch Enjoy another early morning
excellent. This option includes two nights in Gondwana. Please
game drive before a transfer to George airport for a
ask us if you are interested in a longer Gondwana extension.
flight to Cape Town. You are met at the airport for your
Day 1 - 10 (Thu - Sat) Follow itinerary on page 6. transfer to your hotel in Stellenbosch (1 night).
Day 11 (Sun) Gondwana After breakfast, drive from Day 14 (Wed) Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK.
Oudtshoorn to Gondwana. Enjoy a free afternoon before
Day 15 (Thu) Arrive in the UK.
your first game drive in the late afternoon (2 nights).
Kruger Safari Itinerary Kapama River Lodge, in the Kapama Reserve, is
large and airy with a welcoming ambience. Air
The Kruger area offers classic safari scenery with a great variety early morning game drive in the hopes of spotting lion, conditioned en-suite rooms are comfortable
of species, including the Big Five. We offer three lodge options rhinoceros and antelope. Return to the lodge for breakfast, with a balcony overlooking the bush. There
in and around the Kruger National Park. All have a similar then have free time and lunch. In the late afternoon enjoy is a restaurant, bar, spa and two pools, one
itinerary, although the game drives will be local to the lodges. another game drive, then have dinner at the lodge. overlooking a waterhole frequented by
This includes 3 nights in Kruger and 1 night in Johannesburg. wildlife. All meals are included.
Day 15 (Thu) Johannesburg Enjoy another early morning
Day 1 - 11 (Thu - Sun) Follow itinerary on page 6. game drive before a transfer to the Hoedspruit airport Hamiltons Tented Camp
for a flight to Johannesburg. You are met at the airport
Day 12 (Mon) Kruger lodge Fly from Cape Town to
and taken to your hotel (1 night).
Hoedspruit near Kruger and transfer to your lodge. In
the late afternoon, take your first game drive (3 nights). Day 16 (Fri) Optional Inspirational Soweto excursion (see
p11) then transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK.
Days 13 -14 (Tue - Wed) Kruger lodge Two full days in
your reserve. Each day, set off before sunrise for an Day 17 (Sat) Arrive in the UK.
A Typical Day on Safari
The pattern of a typical day on safari is the same no matter ensuring you see as much as possible. With a memorable location in the heart of
which game-viewing area you choose, but details will vary a 10,000-hectare Kruger concession, the
The mornings start early, often before sunrise, with a light
depending on the weather, time of year and herd behaviour. exclusive elevated air conditioned en-suite
snack, before setting off on a morning game drive to spot
safari tents boast stylish old world decor and
There are two game drives per day, each lasting around numerous species of animals and birds. When possible, there
private decks overlooking the river. There is
three hours, although this can vary, with meals enjoyed is a tea and coffee break in a scenic location during the
a butler service, pool and exceptional dining.
at the lodge. Game drives are in open vehicles carrying up drive. You return to the lodge in time for a hearty breakfast.
All meals and selected drinks are included.
to 10 passengers. It can be chilly in the early mornings and
During the warmest part of the day, you relax and unwind
evenings. Blankets are usually provided but layered clothing,
sun and rain wear is advised.
at your lodge and have lunch. You then have an afternoon Johannesburg Hotels
game drive which can stretch into the evening. Often you
See page 11 for details of hotels and
On each game drive you will be accompanied by a guide who will enjoy a scenic sundowner drink whilst out as the sun
excursion in Johannesburg.
knows their reserve well. They will observe the tracks, sounds sets, before the bush comes alive with hunting animals such
and sights to find out where the animals are congregating. as leopards and lions. After sun down, you return to the
Additionally, in many reserves lodge vehicles are in constant lodge for drinks and dinner, and a relaxing evening.
radio contact with one another about locations of sightings,
Shiduli Lodge, Kruger area Kapama River Lodge, Kruger area Hamiltons Tented Camp, Kruger concession Observe the majestic movements of lone giraffes
Prices may change. See our website or call us on 020 7263 3000 for up-to-date prices. 9ZA MBIA
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Marchena
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Genovesa
Santiago Bartolome
Fernandina Baltra
Rabida
Santa Cruz
Isabela Santa Fe
San Cristóbal
S O U T H AFRI CA 5-Day Cruise
Floreana Española
7-Day Cruise
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Stellenbosch Oudtshoorn
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Hermanus
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Nguni Lodge
Behold Victoria Falls on the Zimbabwe-Zambia border, the world’s largest sheet of falling water
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A small, comfortable hotel with a shaded
Victoria Falls is one of the most spectacular natural While the falls themselves are the main attraction, there
garden, pool, terrace, restaurant and bar.
wonders of the world. Nicknamed “the smoke that is also excellent wildlife viewing in the area, whether it
Rooms are en-suite with air conditioning.
thunders” by the locals, the volume of water hitting the is from a boat on the Zambezi Sunset Cruise, or on a day
Batonka guest lodge river below makes quite a sound, and the resultant spray trip to the Chobe National Park in Botswana.
creates a smoke-like haze which envelops the falls, and
This extension adds three nights to your holiday.
anyone in the immediate vicinity. Water flow varies
throughout the year. See page 17 for details.
Itinerary
Day 1 - 11 (Thu - Sun) Follow itinerary on page 6. Day 14 (Wed) Victoria Falls Take the optional full-day
Botswana Wildlife excursion to the Chobe National Park,
Day 12 (Mon) Transfer to the airport in Cape Town for a
Set in wonderful gardens, this beautiful famed for the vast herds of elephant. Alternatively,
flight to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. (3 nights)
hotel has a pool, restaurant and tasteful, further explore the falls and surrounding area
comfortable rooms with colonial touches. Day 13 (Tue) Victoria Falls Take the optional Victoria independently, or perhaps take one of the adventure
Rooms are en-suite with air conditioning. Falls excursion to learn about the history and observe activities available locally.
the flora and fauna, or have a free day to explore the
Victoria Falls hotel Day 15 (Thu) Transfer to the airport for an overnight
falls independently, perhaps crossing into Zambia.
flight to the UK via Johannesburg.
In the evening take the optional Zambezi Sunset Cruise
excursion. Day 16 (Fri) Arrival in the UK.
Optional excursions
Zambezi sunset Cruise BOTSWANA Wildlife
This two-hour excursion in the late afternoon is a great A two-part excursion to Chobe National Park in
With a fabulous location with views way to relax and enjoy the beauty of the Zambezi River, nearby Botswana, about 90 minutes drive from
towards the falls, this iconic, and with the opportunity to see a variety of game including Victoria Falls. You start with a morning boat ride
historic, colonial-style hotel has several hippo, crocodile, elephant and birdlife, with the help of an cruising along the Chobe river, with excellent game
restaurants, spa, pool and gardens. The experienced guide. There are excellent photo opportunities viewing opportunities including some of the biggest
rooms are well appointed with en-suite against the spectacular sunset. Enjoy drinks and snacks crocodiles in Africa and large pods of hippo. After
bathrooms and air conditioning. aboard as the sun sets over Africa, before returning to the lunch, take a game drive to view the large herds of
jetty and transferring back to your hotel. elephant (up to 85,000 during the dry season), as
well as to look for lion, leopard, buffalo, antelope,
Victoria Falls
hippo and crocodile, before being transferred back
Enjoy a morning guided tour of the Zimbabwe side of the
across the border to Victoria Falls.
falls, where you learn about the history and observe the
flora and fauna of the area. Walk along the spectacular
pathway with viewpoints showcasing the mighty falls. You
are collected from and dropped off at your hotel.
Walk the pathways for wonderful views of the falls Observe the wildlife on the Zambezi River on a sunset cruise See elephants in Chobe National Park
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The Garden Cape Town &
Route The Garden
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(13 nights) (13 nights)
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over two days, the Rovos Rail showcases the diversity throughout the journey, with all meals, drinks and
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* add £50 from Oct 2020 (£100 on 25 Feb 2021)
of South Africa, from scenic winelands and spectacular excursions included. The Edwardian-era style is felt
Prices are from London, for regional see p21
mountain ranges to the haunting barrenness of the Great from the elegance of the suites to the formal dress for
Karoo and the grasslands of the gold-rich Highveld. dinner, allowing you to experience a bygone age as you Standard hotels included in prices above
Johannesburg The Maslow
enjoy the beauty of the country. Victoria Falls Nguni Lodge
The experience is opulent from beginning to end, from
Accommodation is bed and breakfast
Itinerary For Cape Town and Garden Route hotels,
see pages 6-7
Day 1 - 11 (Thu - Sun) Follow itinerary on page 6. After lunch, stop in Kimberley and visit the Diamond Superior hotels Supplement
Mine museum and the Big Hole, the world’s largest man- Jo’burg The Peech £45 (£90 single)
Day 12 (Mon) Rovos Rail A morning transfer to Cape Town, Victoria Falls Batonka £225 (£345 single)
made excavation. Return on board in time for high tea,
then enjoy a glass of bubbly as you board the Rovos Rail. Victoria Falls VicFallsHotel £390 (£780 single)
before freshening up for your final dinner.
Admire the views as you pass through the winelands into Add £60 (£120 single) to Vic Falls Hotel price for Jul - Oct
the Karoo, with a three-course lunch and high tea served Day 14 (Wed) Rovos Rail The final day on the Rovos Rail Rovos Rail cabins
on board. You stop in Matjiesfontein to stroll through is a non-stop journey across the gold fields to Pretoria, Pullman suite included
the preserved Victorian village and return to the train arriving around midday. Transfer to your hotel in Deluxe suite £650 (£950 single)
for a sundowner drink. The gong sounds for dinner, with Johannesburg, South Africa’s largest city (1 night). Royal suite £1300 (£1900 single)
guests dressed in their finery, followed by drinks at the Optional Excursions
Day 15 (Thu) Take the optional morning Inspirational Victoria Falls £50
bar. You retire to your suite, and the train stops travelling
Soweto excursion to discover more about this vibrant Zambezi Sunset Cruise £70
overnight, so you can have a motionless rest (2 nights).
township that played such a pivotal role during apartheid. Botswana Wildlife £160
Day 13 (Tue) Rovos Rail Relax and enjoy the lavish Transfer to the airport for an overnight flight to the UK. Inspirational Soweto £120
service, as you pass through ever-changing scenery. Important please read pages 22-23 before booking
Day 16 (Fri) Arrival in the UK.
Johannesburg Hotels
Rovos Rail Train The Maslow
The Rovos Rail is one of the world’s great trains. The journey
includes breakfast, lunch, high tea and dinner which are
enjoyed in the splendour of the Edwardian dining cars,
complemented by fine South African wines. To complete
the atmosphere, the dress code in the evening is formal.
Between excursions there is time to admire the scenery from
the observation car or have a drink at the bar. The lounge car
features large windows, deep sofas and wingback chairs. All
Situated a ten-minute walk from Nelson
meals, drinks and excursions are included. Usually the train
Mandela Square in the northern suburb of
stops at night to ensure a peaceful sleep, but in the case of
Sandton, with comfortable en-suite rooms,
delays will travel through the night.
bunks at night. Deluxe suites are ten square metres with a pool, restaurant, bar, spa and gardens.
The train accommodates up to 72 passengers in a twin or double beds and separate seating. Royal suites
The Peech
variety of air conditioned cabins with en-suite shower are 16 square metres, with twin or double beds and a
rooms. Pullman suites are seven square metres and lounge area, with a bath tub and separate shower. Tips
have a couch which converts into a double bed or twin of around £15-30 per person are recommended.
Optional excursion
INSPIRATIONAL SOWETO
On this morning excursion, explore this vibrant and the Soweto high school students who took to the
upbeat area, which played such a pivotal role in the streets in 1976, before being shot by the apartheid
struggle against apartheid. You visit Kliptown Open police. Time is allowed to visit Mandela House, Spread across lush gardens in leafy
Air Museum, where delegates met in 1955 to adopt where you learn about the story of Nelson Mandela Melrose, the Peech has a pool, bistro
the Freedom Charter, the Regina Mundi Church, and and his family, who lived here from 1946 to 1962. restaurant, gardens and champagne bar.
the Hector Pieterson Museum, built in memory of Return to your hotel in time for lunch. The stylish rooms are en-suite.
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