Monday:
Arrive Johannesburg preferably on a morning flight. 2 hour 30 minute Road transfer to our private bush lodge in Welgevonden Game reserve, bordering Marakele National Park. Welcome drinks, time to relax and recover from international flight, and lunch. Afternoon safari drive, followed by dinner.
Camp Ndlovu, has a direct arrangement with a Kosher caterer that delivers lovely pre-made meals to the lodge daily. They can cater all the way up to Chalav Yisrael dairy, and Mehadrin commission meat. Please ensure you make special mention of this level of ingredient, if required on your enquiry form.
This incredible reserve has more than 300 kilometres of private safari roads, allowing the lodge to explore large , and interesting eco systems to locate the Big 5. The hilly and scenic terrain is very different to any other reserve in Africa, and hence a great plus point for safari goers wanting endless vistas, incredible sunsets, and close photographic encounters with the wildlife.
the lodge has 5 exclusive suites, with private plunge pools, overlooking the river course, and
the main lodge area directly overlooks a waterhole, which is regularly visited by elephant, lion, antelope and even leopard. Its a haven of tranquility, awesome setting for a private , upmarket lodge experience, which is as good a safari, as any other safari in South Africa, and it offers the added benefit of being in a malaria free area, and a lot less travel time from Johannesburg than other more distant safari experiences.
Tuesday:
Early morning safari drive, and snacks, return to the lodge as the heat of the day increases for a breakfast/ brunch. Time at leisure , before afternoon safari drive, including sundowners in the bush. Return after dark and nocturnal animal search to lodge for dinner under the stars on the viewing deck
Wednesday:
Early morning safari drive, and snacks, return to the lodge as the heat of the day increases for a breakfast/ brunch. Transfer 2 hour 30 minutes to Johannesburg airport, fly to Cape Town. Transfer to hotel, with champagne served on viewsite en route. Welcome dinner
Belmond Mount Nelson lies of 9 acres of gardens, set below the famous towering cliffs of Table Mountain, in the historic suburb of Gardens in Cape Town. It is the oldest and most famous hotel in the city, and oozes with history, and yet also with a recent full upgrade, modern amenities and excellent comfort.
With rolling lawns, numerous swimming pools, a huge spa and wellness centre, plus easy access on foot to the national art gallery, and the central ornate gardens that border on Parliament, its an iconic hotel in a fantastic area.
Just 7 minutes walk from the Cape Town Hebrew Congregation, and the oldest synagogue in the southern hemisphere, it also perfectly located for the Sabbath.
Kosher meals are delivered by our preferred Kosher caterers, as well as Shabbat meals which are included in the price.
Thursday:
Full day private Cape Point tour. Includes: vehicle, guide, Chapmans Peak Drive, visit to Cape Point & funicular, visit the Penguin Colony at Boulders beach. Excludes: lunch, all extras.
Friday :
Full day private Cape Town City & Table Mountain tour. Includes: vehicle, guide, Table Mountain tickets, visit to two museums, Castle of Good Hope. A lovely visit to the Kirstenbosch tree canopy walk is also a highlight set on the slopes of Newlands peak and an amazing botanical reserve. Return with good time to prepare for Sabbath Friday services, and then walk 7 minutes to the Local Shul. Thereafter enjoy Sabbath meal at the Hotel.
Saturday:
Walk to the Shul for morning services. Afternoon at leisure with Sabbath meals included.
Sunday :
Early morning road transfer to Cape town airport, Fly 3 hours to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Pick up and transfer 20 minutes to the hotel. That afternoon enjoy a sunset boat cruise on the Zambezi river, to see swimming elephants, fish eagle, hippos, crocodiles and many bird species. Return to the hotel for dinner.
Stanley and Livingstone has recently undergone a massive refurbishment, and in relation to their 5 star quality, at 4 star prices, and a family who own the lodge, that are empathetic to the Jewish cause, we can only but strongly recommend them as our handpicked option in Victoria Falls.
Monday:
Morning guided tour of the Victoria Falls and the protected rainforest within the national park, return to hotel for some refreshments and then afternoon safari drive in the Victoria Falls Private Game reserve.
Tuesday:
After breakfast, road transfer to Victoria Falls International Airport. Fly just under 2 hours from Victoria Falls to Johannesburg International airport . Flight 13h30- 15h05.
Connect onto your outgoing international flight from 18h00 onwards.
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