Embark on an unforgettable 12-night/11-day small group adventure through the heart of South and Southern Africa, where the vibrant tapestry of three nations unfolds before your eyes. This meticulously crafted journey, designed for an intimate group of 8 to 16 travelers, promises an immersive experience spanning South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Botswana. From the cosmopolitan allure of Cape Town and the lush vineyards of the Cape Winelands, to the untamed wilderness of Sabi Sands Game Reserve and the awe-inspiring grandeur of Victoria Falls, prepare to be captivated by the diverse landscapes and rich cultures that define this extraordinary corner of the world.

Apr 18 - 22

Upon arrival at the airport, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel.

You will have the evening free. Dinner on your own.

We suggest you dine at Terrarium Restaurant within the hotel's establishment.

Queen Victoria Hotel Deluxe Rooms, Bed & Breakfast

4 Nights

Apr 19

You enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

You are collected at 9:00 AM  for your half-day tour: Table Mountain & Footsteps To Freedom Walking Tour (Table Mountain ticket included)

Afternoon at leisure to explore! Lunch on your own. 

Depart in the early evening for a welcome dinner with wine (Included)at Spyced Restaurant.

Apr 20

After breakfast at 9:00AM you are collected for your full day tour.

Cape Peninsula Full Day Private Tour including lunch and soft drinks.

You will have the evening free. Dinner on your own

You can dine at one of the many restaurants within walking distance in the Victoria

& Alfred Waterfront or make a dinner reservation at one of the top restaurants in

Cape Town:

https://www.cedarberg-travel.com/top-10-restaurants-cape-town/

Please note you will need to use an UBER to get to these offsite restaurants.

Apr 21

Today is at leisure and your time to explore! You have time to visit all the shops at

The V&A, visit the aquarium, or take the red bus hop-on-hop-off tour.

https://www.waterfront.co.za/

https://citysightseeing.co.za/en/cape-town

Apr 22 - 23

After breakfast, you check out and are collected at 9:00 am for your full-day tour.

Cape Winelands Private Full Day Tour With Vergelegen

Lunch and soft drinks included

You also enjoy a wine tasting at Lanzerac.

Dinner on your own

We suggest you enjoy a casual dinner at: https://lanzerac.co.za/estate-dining-and-

bars/#taphuis

Or you can opt for the fine dining restaurant https://lanzerac.co.za/estate-dining-

and-bars/#manor-kitchen

Lanzerac Hotel & Spa, Luxury Room, Bed & Breakfast

1 Night

Apr 23

Today, after breakfast, you will be collected for your transfer to Cape Town airport.

Apr 23 - 26

You board your local flight from Cape Town to Kruger Airport (price estimated

separately for 2026)

Upon arrival, you are met and transferred to your game lodge for your 3-night stay.

Your stay includes:

Two game drives per day, optional walking safaris, three meals daily, tea and coffee,

selected local beverages, laundry, complimentary wi-fi in all suites. Compulsory

Guest Conservation Contribution will be included in quotations and bookings.

Leopard Hills,

Fully Inclusive

3 Nights

Apr 26 - 27

Panorama Route Day Tour, light lunch included

Highgrove House, Luxury Room, Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

1 Night

Apr 27 - 30

Transfer to KMIA airport for your flight to Victoria Falls. (Local flights quoted

separately and estimated for 2026)

Transfer to Hotel.

The current charge for a US$ 45 for a Double Entry Zimbabwe visa, which you can

pay on arrival.

This afternoon, you will enjoy an activity offered at the lodge. Most likely an afternoon

game drive with sundowner drinks.

You stay at Old Drift Lodge includes:

All meals, local brand drinks, morning and afternoon game activities, guided

walking safaris, lunch at the Lookout Cafe with selected beverages, guided tour of

the falls (rainforest including entry fee), complimentary mini bars in room, return

Victoria Falls airport transfers, shuttle to Victoria Falls town, emergency evacuation

cover, tourism levy and VAT. A compulsory conservation levy will be included in

quotations and bookings.

Old Drift Lodge, Luxury Tented Suites, Fully Inclusive

3 Nights

Apr 28

Tour Of The Falls

And Sunset Cruise On The Zambezi Royal

Apr 29

Today you will enjoy a full-day tour of Chobe, Botswana. Chobe Day Tour From Victoria Falls

Apr 30

After Breakfast, transfer to Victoria Falls Airport. 

End of Services. 

Cape Town is a true fan favorite, with its exciting Mediterranean vibe, amazing culinary scene, beautiful Cape Dutch architecture, thriving art community, and successful sports teams – all set to the backdrop of iconic Table Mountain and

the turbulent waters of the Atlantic Ocean. It is no wonder it is called The Mother City. This vibrant, trendy city has broad appeal. Local attractions include Table Mountain, Robben Island, the V&A Waterfront, Bo-Kaap, boutique shops,

numerous museums, wineries, and world famous restaurants. For those venturing beyond the city, the Cape Winelands and Cape Peninsula are a day trip away.

Cape Town’s rich cultural heritage dates back more than 300 years and its diversity is evident in the city’s architecture, art, and food. It is the second most populous city in South Africa and sits at the southwest tip of Africa.

Property Overview

Situated in the heart of Cape Town, the Queen Victoria Hotel welcomes guests to experience the very essence of distinguished luxury, where classic elegance meets contemporary design. Its prime location in a quiet, historic precinct near to the V&A Waterfront allows for a serene city escape as well as convenient access to a range of outstanding amenities. The hotel’s regal ambience is felt throughout the property, from its triple-volume foyer with a dramatic spiral staircase and glass lift, crystal chandeliers and marble finishes, to its spacious rooms and breathtaking suites.

Deluxe Rooms

The 15 deluxe rooms are wonderfully spacious, measuring between 38 and 46 m2, and include a range of luxurious amenities. Each deluxe room features a television with satellite channels, a minibar, complimentary coffee and teas, a king-size bed, luxury cotton linen, air conditioning, en-suite bathroom, heated towel rails, bathrobes and slippers, a hairdryer, safe, and international adaptors available on request.

Excellent waterfront location

Walking distance to many cafes, restaurants and attractions

32 rooms and three luxury suites

24 hour room service

Swimming pool, spa, and gym available

Wifi available

Today we explore both the City and Table Mountain. The tour starts early with a trip up Table Mountain by cable car for a panoramic view of the whole of the Cape Peninsula.

Afterwards you travel to the historic centre of Cape Town with its many 17th and 18th century buildings.

Time permitting (depending on Cable car queues), we'll visit the picturesque Bo-Kaap, a historic sector of the city with original Malay buildings and narrow streets.

Note:

We will pre-purchase the Table Mountain tickets (by-passing the ticket queue). However the number of people wanting to head up Table Mountain has surged. Sometimes the queue to get INTO the cable car can also be long.

11am - Historical walking tour of the City

This is a private 2 to 2.5 hour walking tour. You explore the Old Town, catch the buzz of the city in Greenmarket Square, see where slaves were traded and where they toiled in the Company’s Garden. You visit Parliament, where the apartheid

laws were passed and repealed and hear of the devastating consequences of unfettered racism through the District Six forced removal. Get to the heart of Cape Town with Footsteps to Freedom.

Sights to be seen on the Walking Route

Greenmarket Square

St George’s Mall

Slave Tree Site and Slave Lodge

Parliament, Government Avenue and Tuynhuis

Company’s Garden (Rhodes- & Smuts Statue)

St George’s Anglican Cathedral

If you are interested in visiting any of these museums, then we suggest you opt for the full day tour: Bokaap Museum; Heart of Cape Town Museum, Groote Schuur hospital (history of heart transplant in S.A.); South African Jewish Museum

& synagogue, Cape of Good Hope Castle, District Six museum, Truth to Power, Bishop Tutu Foundation, South African Museum and Planetarium, Bokaap Museum, The Salve Lodge & Langa Heritage Dompas Museum (the story of apartheid’s hated “pass”).

Afterwards you are transferred back to the Waterfront (10 mins drive) in time for a late lunch - for your own account.

The rest of the afternoon is at leisure.

Welcome Dinner at Spyced Restaurant

Spyced offers Modern African cuising with a nod to Cape Malay Food and the Cape Town Jazz scene. It was inspired by the discovery of the Spice Route in East Africa.

Discover the fusion of flavours that shaped the history of the Spice Route, where the East meets the West in a tantalising blend of Cape Malay cuisine.

This culinary experience is accompanied by unique Cape Town jazz. If you arrive early, you can participate in an interactive African drumming session.

Our full day private Cape Peninsula tour includes a scenic coastal drive along Chapmans Peak; the Cape of Good Hope National Park and Cape Point; viewing the Penguins at Boulders Bay; Simonstown historical naval base and ends with the

magnificent Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.

You first travel along the spectacular Atlantic Seaboard through the chic suburbs of Clifton and Camps Bay. and on to the scenic fishing village of Hout Bay. Next you enjoy a scenic drive along the famous Chapmans Peak drive – if open – as it

hugs the cliffside with a 200m drop on one side and a 200m rise on the other. This is without a doubt one of the world's most spectacular mountain passes.

We continue south to reach the Cape of Good Hope National Park. Explore the rocky coastline and unique Cape Fynbos vegetation which is home to unique birdlife such as African Black Oystercatchers and Cape Sugarbirds amongst others.

Climb up to the famous Cape Point Lighthouse (approx 20+ minutes walk up and 15 minutes walk down). Or take the furniculat train up, to capture the magical views over the bay.

After lunch, we visit the unique penguin colonies at Boulders beach for an exciting close encounter with African Penguins - often a highlight of the tour. Finally we visit Kirstenbosch Botanical gardens, some of the finest gardens in Africa

nestling on the lower slopes of Table Mountain. We walk through the gardens where 4,000 of the 22,000 Southern African flowering plants are cultivated in a setting of mountain streams, pools and rolling lawns. 

You are dropped off at your hotel having seen the best the Cape has to offer.

Note: Lunch is included

Today you enjoy a private tour to the Cape Winelands for a leisurely exploration of the historic towns of Stellenbosch and Somerset West as well as wine tasting at local wine estates.

The majestic scenery of the winelands is unparalleled so even if you don’t drink wine, the countryside and history make it well worth the visit. A combination of the favourable effects of the two major ocean currents meeting off the Cape makes

the climate in the area perfect for the acres of vineyards. The stunning backdrop of the mountains, the tree-lined streets and the white gabled Cape Dutch homesteads all blend in tranquil harmony.

You first head to one of the oldest wine estates in the country - Vergelegen - to experience the rich historical and architectural traditions of the region.

We begin with a cellar tour of their state of the art cellars, We then head to the Long Room where we have a reserve wine tasting. Next we explore the beautiful gardens and surrounding mountain views.

Before enjoying lunch at the Stables Restaurant. 

After lunch, you head to Stellenbosch. It is easy to see why Simon Van Der Stel decided to build a village in such an idyllic spot. 

The Cape Dutch architecture along the oak-lined streets and the many alfresco cafes give Stellenbosch a charm that will not be quickly forgotten.

Next we head back to Lanzerac for some wine-tasting in their cellar.

Area:

Founded in 1679, Stellenbosch is the second oldest European settlement in the Western province, after Cape Town. This historic town is known for oak lined cobblestone streets, classic Cape Dutch architecture, and its vibrant wine industry.

Stellenbosch is a very walkable town with many small shops, boutiques, art galleries, some fabulous local restaurants and vineyards, and more than 100 wine cellars. There are a number of excellent hikes in the Jonkershoek Nature Reserve, as

well as a full day Vineyard Hiking Trail which winds its way through vineyards, forests, olive groves, and coastal renosterveld.

Stellenbosch, along with nearby Paarl and Franschhoek, forms part of the Cape Winelands, the largest contributors to the one billion liters of wine produced in South Africa annually. It is approximately 50 km (30 mi) east of Cape Town, on a

scenic road lined with breathtaking mountain ranges, green rolling hills and valleys and, as one approaches the Winelands, vineyards roll out in all directions. It is home to the University of Stellenbosch, founded in 1863, and today one of South Africa’s leading universities with nearly 30,000 students.

Lanzerac Hotel & Spa

Set on a working wine farm, guests are spoilt with easy access to the cellar and the Tasting Room where they can embark on a sensory experience with innovative wine and chocolate pairings. In addition, guests can enjoy swimming pools

(indoor and outdoor), various restaurants - including a Whiskey Bar/Lounge, a Deli, or unwind and rejuvenate at the Lanzerac Spa, a sought-after wellness retreat and relaxation hideaway.

Just a five-minute drive from Stellenbosch town, Lanzerac is the ultimate getaway to relax your senses and allow the harmony and tranquility of the majestic Jonkershoek Valley to work its magic.

The Luxury Room accommodates up to four guests with either a king or twin bed configuration and includes amenities such as a Nespresso machine, a satellite TV, air-conditioning, under-floor heating, a minibar, a safe, a hairdryer, and

laundry service. The en-suite bathroom features a separate shower and bath with luxury toiletries. Guests enjoy daily breakfast (continental buffet and hot options), select mini-bar items replenished once daily, daily turndown service with bottled water, and wireless internet.

Established in 1692, a mere 13 years after Stellenbosch itself

Vineyard with premium wine selection - home to the world's first bottled Pinotage

Contemporary yet classical dining experiences

53 rooms & suites

Restaurants

Winery

Bar

Lounge

Pools

Spa

Gym

Air conditioning

Wifi

Wine tasting at the Tasting Room

Cellar tours

Spa treatments

Use of spa hydro facilities

Fitness room

Cycling

Recommendations of quality restaurants, and making reservations

Mountain Biking

Hiking

Horse riding

The Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, named for the Sabie and Sand Rivers which flow through it, is renowned for its wildlife density and predator interactions; seldom will a visitor not see the Big Five. Although it shares a fenceless boundary with

Kruger National Park, much of the wildlife in the Sabi Sand stays more or less in the reserve. Over the years, the animals have become used to the presence of safari vehicles, resulting in close encounters, particularly with the elusive leopards.

Roaming packs of African wild dogs, territorial lions, and large herds of elephants are also signature sightings. As well as having a consistently high density of wildlife, the reserve's conservation ethos keeps vehicle numbers to a minimum at

wildlife sightings. This offers a more exclusive safari experience while ensuring the welfare of the habituated animals.

Being in the private reserve generally affords more flexibility with opportunities to off-road, enjoy night drives and bush walks, all of which make visiting this area a truly unique experience.

This five-star luxury lodge features eight exquisite renovated and redecorated glass-fronted, air-conditioned suites, each with private plunge pool and superb views over the African bush. Sensational game viewing and a wide variety of

activities, along with outstanding fine dining, attended to by professional and friendly staff, all create the safari experience of a lifetime.

Facilities at this Sabi Sand lodge include an extensive library with internet access, a traditional Shangaan boma, a fully- stocked wine cellar, and a curio shop that have all recently undergone extensive refurbishments.

The treatment sala and gym are very popular among guests. Work up a sweat in the fully-equipped gym overlooking the bush below or enjoy an array of pampering massage treatments in the private glass-fronted sala offering spectacular views

from its carefully chosen vantage point off the main pool deck.

Here Africa’s big game abounds and each day is different, as you explore the endless fascination of Africa’s wildlife in an

open game viewer. Leopard on the hunt. Lions roaring at twilight. Hippo wallowing in the river. Crocodile basking on a

sandy bank. Overhead, majestic eagles keep watch. Out walking you will discover some of the endlessly captivating small

creatures of Africa. These are just a few of the amazing encounters awaiting you!

Built on a hill overlooking the reserve, Leopard Hills boasts eight exquisitely-decorated and luxurious glass-fronted suites.

Complete with their own sundeck and plunge pool, the suites offer superb views of the African bushveld. The suites are generously spacious and have air-conditioning and overhead fans. The breathtaking romantic bathrooms include indoor

and outdoor showers, which open to a glorious view of the passing cavalcade.

Unique glass-fronted suites with private plunge pools

Sensational game viewing and a wide variety of activities

Array of pampering massage treatments

8 suites

Dining room

Wine cellar

Bar

Lounge

Boma

Library

Terrace

Pool

Spa

Gym

Waterhole

Curio shop

No children under the age of 10

Air conditioning

Wifi in main area

Mind blowing scenery along the upper ridge of the Drakensberg rival some of the most scenic places around the world.

Not only does the Panorama Route offer the most remarkable vistas over the Lowveld, it is also home to a number of phenomenal geographical features such as waterfalls, canyons, gorges, potholes and much more. All of these natural

aspects are interspersed by 3 small but very characteristic towns - Graskop, Sabie and Pilgrim's Rest.

A scenic transfer takes in many of these highlights when travelling between safari lodges and country lodges of the Drakensberg Escarpment.

The tour visits the highlights of the Panorama Route, namely the scenic Blyde River Canyon, God's Window, Bourke's Luck Potholes and Three Rondavels. Stops at some of the waterfalls on route (usually Lisbon and/or Berlin Falls) are also

included. All entrances are included.

Time is allowed for shopping for crafts at the various craft vendors along the way.

Note: Lunch is included.

Hazyview

Hazyview is a small town in the north-eastern part of South Africa, situated on the banks of the Sabie River. The town is surrounded by beautiful scenery, including the famous Kruger National Park, which is home to a variety of wildlife including lions, elephants, and leopards. The area is also known for its lush subtropical vegetation and is a popular destination for nature lovers.

There are a variety of activities that visitors can enjoy while in Hazyview. Some popular options include a safari in the Kruger National Park, hot air ballooning over the savannah, visiting local cultural villages, and guided walks and hikes

through the stunning surrounding countryside. Visitors can also try their hand at trout fishing in one of the nearby rivers, or take a scenic drive along the Panorama Route, which offers breathtaking views of the Lowveld and the Blyde River

Canyon.

Highgrove House

Highgrove House is situated on a 64 hectare farm and is only 20 minutes away from the Kruger National Park. The hotel combines distinctive accommodation in Mpumalanga, gourmet cuisine, and a hideaway pastoral setting offering sweeping

views over the Mpumalanga Lowveld valley. Aged Jacaranda trees provide an enchanting entrance avenue. A fine collection of antiques and Persian carpets adorns the reception rooms, warmed by crackling wood fires when winter's

chill sets in. The hotel is situated on a macadamia nut and avocado farm. The award-winning restaurant frequently uses these ingredients in signature dishes, along with fresh vegetables and herbs from the organic vegetable garden.

An easy four hour drive from Johannesburg, Highgrove House is in the heart of Mpumalanga, 15 km from Hazyview. The hotel is within a 20 minute drive of the Kruger National Park and close to the top private game reserves in the Sabi

Sands, including Londolozi and Mala Mala. Highgrove House is an ideal base for relaxing drives through the stunning scenery of the Blyde River Canyon and the escarpment, with places to visit including the Three Rondawels, Bourke’s

Luck Potholes, God’s Window, Pinnacle viewpoint, Jock of the Bushveld, numerous waterfalls, and the historic town of Pilgrim’s Rest. An entire tour of the Panorama Route takes about a day.

The in-house tour company utilizes luxury air-conditioned vehicles. It offers visits along the popular Panorama Route, along with animal interaction tours that include the Moholoholo Sanctuary, the Chimpanzee Eden Sanctuary, the

Elephant Sanctuary, and the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Center. Cultural visits to Shangana village and the Nsangwini Bushman paintings can also be arranged. Some activities will incur an additional cost.

The six Luxury Rooms are 66 m2 with views over the orchards and gardens. Each room has a private entrance, veranda, fireplace, comfortable sitting room, spacious bedroom and bathroom, and use of a large tropical pool. Guests staying in this unit can use the sauna, jacuzzi, and steam room.

Sweeping views over the Mpumalanga Lowveld valley

Situated on a macadamia nut & avocado farm with bee-hive honey – many of the dishes use these divine, fresh ingredients 

Jacaranda trees provide an enchanting entrance avenue & a fine collection of antiques & Persian carpets adorns the reception room

8 rooms

Accommodates 16 people

Restaurant

Bar

Lounge

Swimming pool

Spa

Farm

Event space

Tours

Airport transfers

Air conditioning & fans

Wifi

Zambezi National Park lies on the southern banks of the Zambezi River, west of the tourist center of Victoria Falls. At over 100,00 acres, the reserve is part of a huge conservation area that extends westward across Botswana and beyond to

Zambia, Namibia, and Angola. The area is dominated by beautiful teak and mopane woodlands and wildlife abounds. Elephants, buffalo, hippos, and crocodiles are common, and lion, leopard, and wild dog can also be found. The birding is

exceptional with species like the shy African finfoot being fairly common along the quiet river banks.

There are plenty of ways to experience this wildlife haven, from walks to game drives to enjoying a sundowner cruise down the Zambezi River.

Old Drift Lodge

Upstream of the iconic Victoria Falls, on the banks of the Zambezi River, lies Old Drift Lodge. The lodge boasts luxury accommodation overlooking the pristine Zambezi National Park, a mere seven kilometers from the mighty Victoria Falls,

Zimbabwe. Old Drift Lodge is nestled within a wild paradise frequented by elephant, buffalo, herds of sable, eland, zebra, giraffe, kudu, waterbuck, and impala.

The main lodge area boast 360 degree views, north facing onto the Zambezi & south facing onto a waterhole. Only 4.5 kilometres from the town of Victoria Falls, Old Drift Lodge is the closest lodge within the National Park to Victoria Falls.

Activities include a guided tour of the Falls, game drives, lunch at the Lookout Cafe overlooking the Batoka Gorge, a river safari, a walking safari, and river side sundowners.

Other optional activities available at additional cost include a scenic helicopter flight over the Falls, white water rafting, bike tours, zip lining, gorge swings, day trips into Chobe National Park, elephant art safari, horseback safari, and more.

The suites boast unparalleled views of the majestic Zambezi River and are brimming with the old world elegance of a bygone safari era. They feature indoor and outdoor shower, private plunge pool, and star bed.

Breathtaking views of the Zambezi River and surrounding wilderness

Upstream from the iconic Victoria Falls

Waterhole south of the lodge

Ten double/ twin suites and four family suites

En-suite bathroom with indoor & outdoor shower

Outdoor bath with a view

Private plunge pools

Private lounge with tea/coffee station and mini bar

Air conditioning

Ceiling fan

Spa facilities

Eco friendly

Dining and bar area under canvas with sweeping views of the Zambezi River

Al fresco dining deck

Floating star gazing and fireside deck

Children over the age of 7 welcome

Wifi

It’s a truly awe-inspiring experience – the sight, the sound, the smell; the humbling feeling that here indeed is nature’s supreme masterpiece. No photograph can begin to depict the reality...and nothing prepares you for your first sight.

The Victoria Falls – now in its 150 millionth fantastic year – reaches its zenith around May each year.

This tour is conducted in the morning and afternoon. En route, clients may be taken past the ‘Big Tree,’ where they may stop and take photos. Clients will be accompanied through the rainforest by qualified guides who will give a brief history

of the Falls themselves as well as detailing the flora, fauna, birds, wildlife, and other points of interest. Guides are also happy to assist clients with photographs whilst visiting this most spectacular of waterfalls. Raincoats are provided when

needed.

A Zambezi Sunset cruise is a superb way to relax and enjoy the spectacular beauty of the Zambezi River. There are great photo opportunities against often-spectacular African sunsets.

Flocks of birds skim the waterline as the sun sets behind the African skyline. Clients may have the opportunity to see a variety of game, including hippo, crocodile, and elephant, as well as enjoy the many different bird species. The Sunset

Cruise is very popular and includes finger snacks, beer, wine, local spirits, and soft drinks.

Chobe National Park in Botswana is only a 1 1⁄2 hour drive from the Victoria Falls. The day starts with an early morning pick-up. You cross the border into Botswana and head for the Chobe River. Your safari begins with a river game viewing

cruise on the Chobe River with refreshments while the boat takes you close up to the wildlife and waterfowl along the river. The cruise ends at around 12h30 and you are taken to one of the riverbank lodges for lunch.

In the afternoon, you enjoy an open vehicle game drive into the Chobe National Park, with a chance of spotting lion and buffalo as well as numerous plains game species. You arrive back in the early evening.

You can opt for the full day (7.30am to approx 5.30pm/6pm or you can do just the morning and lunch and return in the mid morning.