Loupe - South Africa, Victoria Falls and Botswana

Upon Arrival:
Welcome to South Africa! Upon landing at Cape Town International Airport, you will be personally met by our Airport Manager, who will escort you to your private transfer vehicle. Sit back and relax as you make your way to your hotel in the heart of Cape Town.

Cape Town, the oldest city in South Africa, is a vibrant fusion of natural beauty, history, and culture. Nestled at the foot of the iconic Table Mountain, the city delights all senses—stroll past charming Cape Dutch homes, watch traditional dancers bring streets to life, inhale the aromas of spicy Malay cuisine, and savor a world-class South African wine.

Evening: Dinner at your leisure. Explore the city’s vibrant culinary scene or unwind after your journey.

Day 2: Full-Day Cape Peninsula Tour
After a sumptuous breakfast at your hotel, depart for a breathtaking tour along the Cape Peninsula. Drive along the exclusive coastline of Clifton, Camps Bay, and Llandudno—affectionately known as Millionaire’s Paradise—before arriving at Hout Bay. Here, you may opt for a 45-minute Seal Island Cruise to see playful Cape fur seals up close.
Explore the Marina Wharf at your leisure, then continue along the scenic peninsula to the Cape of Good Hope within Table Mountain National Park, part of the world-renowned Cape Floral Kingdom.

Lunch: Enjoy at your own account in charming Simon’s Town.

Visit Boulders Beach to encounter the unique African Penguin Colony—a rare and unforgettable wildlife experience. Return to your hotel in the late afternoon for leisure.

Evening: Dinner at your leisure.

Day 3: Robben Island & Table Mountain
After breakfast, depart for the historic Robben Island for a 9 AM ferry (weather permitting). Gain insights into South Africa’s history and the story of Nelson Mandela’s incarceration.

Enjoy lunch at leisure at the V&A Waterfront

Continue with a city tour including a trip up Table Mountain (weather permitting), where panoramic views of the city, coastline, and ocean stretch as far as the eye can see.

Evening: Enjoy a relaxed evening at your hotel.

Day 4: Transfer to Hermanus – Whale Watching & Adventure
After breakfast and check-out, enjoy a scenic 2-hour private transfer to Hermanus, a world-renowned whale-watching destination. From June to November, southern right whales migrate to these waters—witness breathtaking displays of breaching, spouting, and tail-slapping.

Check in at Mosaic Lagoon Lodge and embark on your afternoon activity. Choose from exhilarating experiences:

• 4x4 Beach Excursion along pristine sands

• Fynbos Safari discovering rare flora, birds, and lagoon wetlands

• Stand-Up Paddleboarding (lessons available)

• Boat Cruise & Kayaking with birdwatching

• Mountain Biking or Guided Nature Walks

Evening: Dinner at the lodge.

Breakfast at the lodge

2 GROUP ACTIVITIES / DAY: Morning 10:00 am. Afternoon 4:00 pm. *Check-in is at 2:30 for 4:00 pm activity. 
• 4X4 BEACH EXCURSION.
• FYNBOS SAFARI exploring magnificent flora, birds and lagoon wetlands. 
• SUP - Stand Up Padding Boarding - on the Hermanus Lagoon (lessons are an extra charge).
• BOAT CRUISE & KAYAKING – Bird watching. Weather dependent. 
• MOUNTAIN BIKES.
• GUIDED NATURE WALKS exploring birds and flora of the Cape Floral Kingdom.

Enjoy Lunch and Dinner at the lodge

Breakfast at hotel, morning at leisure until check out

You will be met by your guide and transferred into the picturesque Cape Winelands to Franschhoek, where you will enjoy a wine tasting and cellar tour on a local wine estate.

Continue to a second estate to have lunch and a second wine tasting.

After the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel.

Arrive at Last Word Franschhoek and Check-in

Dinner at leisure

Day 7: Cape Town to Victoria Falls
Transfer to Cape Town International Airport for your flight to Victoria Falls (recommended Airlink 9:45 AM – 12:40 PM), not included.

Upon arrival, a local guide will meet you to assist with customs and transfer to Ilala Lodge.

Relax and later enjoy a serene Zambezi River Sunset Cruise, witnessing the rich wildlife along the riverbanks.

Evening: Free to enjoy dinner at the hotel.

Breakfast at hotel

You will be collected for the” Through the eyes of an elephant" interaction experience. We take you on a journey into the lives of these amazing gentle giants. The activity is "a must" for anyone who wants to connect, understand and get up close to these majestic mammals. You will learn how they live, what excites them, the bonds they form & the depth of their intelligence & emotions.

Lookout Cafe Lunch at leisure (For your account)

You will be collected for your guided tour of the mighty Victoria Falls.

Described by the Kololo tribe living in the area in the 1800s as ‘Mosi-oa-Tunya’ – ‘the Smoke that Thunders’ and in more modern terms as ‘the greatest known curtain of falling water’. Victoria Falls are a spectacular sight of awe-inspiring beauty and grandeur on the Zambezi River, bordering Zambia and Zimbabwe.

A path along the edge of the forest provides the visitor, who is prepared to brave the tremendous spray with an unparalleled series of views of the Falls. One special vantage point is across the Knife edge bridge, where visitors can have the finest view of the Eastern Cataract and the Main Falls as well as the Boiling Pot where the river turns and heads down the Batoka Gorge.
Other vantage points include the Falls Bridge and the Lookout Tree which commands a panoramic view across the Main Falls. Different times of the year will provide completely different experiences of the Falls region.

Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure 

Lunch and dinner at leisure

Breakfast at hotel

After completing your checkout formalities, you will be met and collected for your transfer to Chobe Bakwena Lodge

On arrival at the lodge, guests will be able to check in whilst enjoying a delicious welcome drink and depending on the time of arrival, enjoy lunch. Guests will then be at leisure till the game drive  which is conducted in the Chobe National Park. On arrival back at camp at , guests will have a chance to freshen up before dinner

Itinerary Day 10

Early morning activity (Game Drive)

Game drives offer opportunities to see and photograph the stunning range and concentration of wildlife that the Chobe National Park and is famous for. As you drive along the riverbank looking for fresh tracks, our experienced guides are able to interpret the bush signs and track the animals that left them. 

Breakfast at the lodge

Lunch at the lodge

Late Afternoon game viewing activity (Boat Cruise)

Boat Safaris along the Chobe River are a wonderful way to experience close encounters with an abundance of riverine birds and animals.  The game viewing while cruising the Chobe River is epic. You can enjoy watching elephants playing in the river or going for a swim. Hippos can be viewed wallowing in the shallow waters or munching grass on the lush islands.  Giraffes and antelope make their way to the water edge and sightings of predators along the riverbank are common.

Dinner at the lodge

Day 11 – Journey to the Okavango Delta

After a morning activity and breakfast, you’ll transfer to Kasane Airport for your light aircraft flight into Botswana’s world-famous Okavango Delta (20kg luggage limit in soft bags).

Touch down on the airstrip and be greeted by your ranger for the short transfer to Machaba Camp, your home for the next three nights.

Machaba Camp is a traditional style camp nestling in the game-rich Khwai area. The Khwai Concession is a 35 000 hectare reserve located in the northeastern section of the world-famous Okavango Delta and it shares its westerly border with the Moremi Game Reserve.

Days 11-12 – The Magic of the Okavango Delta

Wake to the sounds of the Delta — fish eagles calling, hippos grunting, and the rustle of reeds in the morning breeze.

Your days are filled with safari adventures unique to this wetland paradise:

• Mokoro canoe excursions through mirror-like channels

• Guided walking safaris on the islands

• Game drives in search of elephant, buffalo, lion, and more

Afternoons invite relaxation — perhaps a siesta in your tented suite or a swim with a view. As evening falls, gather for a sundowner and enjoy another exquisite dinner by lantern light.

Day 13 – Farewell to Africa

After your final early morning safari and breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your charter flight to Maun Airport, then connect to your scheduled flight to Johannesburg.

On arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport, connect with your onward international flight home, carrying unforgettable memories of Africa’s beauty and spirit.

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