TIER 1 - BEST OF SOUTH AFRICA, VICTORIA FALLS & CHOBE SAFARI & TOUR

JOHANNESBURG - ARRIVAL DAY

Upon flight arrival in South Africa at the O.R Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, you are met on arrival by a guest relations officer. Transfer to Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa in Johannesburg for your check in, relaxation and overnight. Johannesburg (City Of Gold) - Jozi, Jo'burg or Egoli to its friends - the city is a vibrant melting pot of humanity that ensures you won't walk alone when exploring the city's many cultural and leisure attractions. The area where Johannesburg stands was once grassland, but is now one of the biggest man-made forests in the world. The Fairlawns is a very unique, exclusive, up-market sanctuary for today’s traveler, be that business or leisure. Conveniently situated in the Sandton suburb of Morningside Manor, Fairlawns is an award-winning Johannesburg boutique hotel boasting a total of 19 highly individualized, world-class suites. The Suites at the Fairlawns comprise some of the most opulent and distinctive suites in South Africa. Each is individually designed, both architecturally and decoratively, a Suite for every taste. All have large windows overlooking some aspect of the landscaped garden, individually controlled air-conditioning, fully stocked in-room bars, wireless and broadband internet connectivity, international adaptors, DVDs and flat screen TVs, to ensure comfort and global communication.

Optional Add-On Johannesburg Tour Available Depending On Flight Arrival Times: Johannesburg Tours - Johannesburg City Tour, Soweto Tour, Journey to Freedom & Apartheid Museum Tour, Gold Reef City Tour, Lesedi Cultural Village Tour

Overnight Accommodation: Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa

KRUGER PRIVATE RESERVE (MANYELETI PRIVATE GAME RESERVE)

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your outbound flight to the Kruger Airport. You are met on arrival and transferred to Tintswalo Safari Lodge to experience 3 full days of game viewing. The Tintswalo-Manyeleti Private Concession, part of the Manyleti-Kruger Reserve boasts of diverse species of terrestrial, aquatic and avi fauna including the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino. Kruger offers an ornithologist’s treat - birdlife is prolific with hundreds of species of the most beautiful avi-fauna the park has to offer. And don’t forget those experiences found beyond scrubs, bushes, branches and stones by embracing all sights including tracks, smells and sounds around you. Reptiles, insects and rodents are also part of the experience. This is a true holistic safari experience, balanced in every respect. Tintswalo Safari Lodge's suites are all situated along a seasonal river bed among an ancient sycamore tree grove. The exquisitely appointed main lodge overlooks a waterhole frequented by a large herd of elephant and other big game. The Explorer suites and Presidential are all linked to the main lodge by raised wooden walkways. The Tintswalo air-conditioned suites are authentically decorated to reflect the pioneering times of the nineteenth century African explorers. It provides supreme comfort, privacy and an opportunity for effortless birding, as well as the chance to view a large variety of big game from the privacy of each unit. The indoor/outdoor shower leads off from the spacious bathroom which opens out onto the deck. Luxuriate in a private plunge pool or just relax on a lounger under the African Sun.

Activities Included: Game Drives; Walking Safaris

Overnight Accommodation: Tintswalo Safari Lodge

CAPE TOWN

Overnight Accommodation: Cape Grace Hotel

VICTORIA FALLS - LIVINGSTONE - ZAMBIA

Fly to Livingstone - Victoria Falls area in Zambia; thereafter, you will be transferred to Royal Livingstone Hotel for your 2 nights Victoria Falls experience.  The Royal Livingstone lies the on the forested banks of the great Zambezi River, upstream of the mighty cataract where it thunders into the Batoka Gorge. In its cool lounges and shaded verandahs, you will encounter the elegance and luxury of an earlier, more courageous age. The hotel is located with in the easy visit to the Victoria whose spray from the mighty Victoria Falls may be seen like a cloud across the bushveld throwing rainbows hundreds of feet in the air.  

Activities Included: Guided Tour of Victoria Falls On Both The Zambia and Zimbabwe Sides  

Overnight Accommodation: Royal Livingstone Hotel  

CHOBE NATIONAL PARK - BOTSWANA

Transfer to Kasane. On arrival, transfer to Chobe Chilwero for your 3 nights stay. Chobe Chilwero is located on the edge of Chobe National Park, the second largest national park in Botswana where some 80,000 elephants roam. From the lodge’s hilltop position, guests can enjoy far reaching panoramic views over the Chobe River and floodplain below, relax in the split-level swimming pool or unwind with a pampering session in the full service spa complete with a treetop treatment room. Chobe Chilwero’s fifteen guest cottages all command fabulous views and come with every convenience guests could hope for. The en suite bathrooms have both indoor and outdoor showers while the freestanding tubs are large and comfortable. Each cottage also has its own private garden – the perfect spot to sip cocktails after, or why not enjoy your very own private dinner served under the African sky? With Africa’s largest concentration on the lodge’s doorstep, elephants feature largely on any activity at Chobe Chilwero. Game drives bring these grey giants into easy reach as they drink and frolic at the water’s edge in boisterous herds. Hippo, buffalo, antelope, lion and leopard are also frequent sights. The best way to end a day of safari is sipping on a cocktail while watching an African sunset over the waters of the Chobe River.

Activities Included: Land and water based activities - see accommodation for complete details.

Overnight Accommodation: Chobe Chilwero

DEPARTURE & TRIP EXTENSIONS

Day 13: Chobe Departure & Extensions

Breakfast. Thereafter, transfer to the airport for your flight to O.R Tambo Airport in Johannesburg. Upon arrival, check in for your international flight back home or to continue with the below extension to Okavango Delta

RECOMMENDED PRE AND POST SAFARI AND TOUR EXTENSION IN OKAVANGO DELTA

LOCATION OF YOUR DESTINATIONS IN SOUTH AFRICA, VICTORIA FALLS, LIVINGSTONE - ZAMBIA & CHOBE - BOTSWANA

With the various customization and personalization options available as an independent and/or combination safari with other countries in Southern and East Africa, the prices for this safari/tour are best available by having a discussion with our safari professionals to ensure a perfect match. Please contact us to customize your safari and request prices based on your travel preference.