Upon arrival at Cape Town Int. Airport, at the arrivals hall, you will be met by a local guide for a private transfer to The Portswood Hotel.
A full day Cape Town cultural tour is a wonderful way to immerse oneself in the diverse and vibrant cultures that make up the Mother City.
The first stop is Table Mountain where we take the cable car up the mountain. Note Table Mountain visit is weather dependant.
From here we proceed to the Bo-Kaap neighbourhood, located on the slopes of Signal Hill. Bo-Kaap is known for its brightly coloured houses and is home to a predominantly Muslim community. Here, you'll learn about the area's history, culture, and traditions, and sample some of the local cuisine.
We then embark on a walk thru the Company Gardens, the oldest garden in South Africa. The garden was originally created in the 1650’s by the regions first European settlers.
Next, the tour heads to the District Six Museum, a poignant reminder of the forced removals that took place during the apartheid era. The museum tells the stories of the people who were forcibly removed from their homes and the impact it had on their lives. It's a sombre yet important stop on the tour.
After the museum, you will have the opportunity to visit the Slave Lodge or The Castle of Goodhope and from here, your guide will take you the beautiful Kirstenbosch Gardens.
Kirstenbosch Gardens, situated at the eastern edge of Table Mountain, is renowned as one of the finest botanic gardens of the world and a highlight while visiting Cape Town. Whilst on your visit here, you can enjoy lunch (client's own cost) or just a quick snack at one of their restaurants.
Overall, a full day Cape Town City tour is a fantastic way to learn about the diverse cultures that make up the city and gain a deeper understanding of its history and people. All the while, visiting some amazing landmarks of Cape Town. It's a must-do for anyone who wants to experience the true essence of Cape Town.
A full day Cape Peninsula tour is a fantastic way to experience some of the most beautiful and scenic spots in South Africa. The tour typically starts early in the morning and covers approximately 150 km. Here's what you can expect from a typical Cape Peninsula tour:
Departure and Scenic Drive: The tour usually begins with a pickup from your hotel or a pre-arranged meeting point. Afterward, you will embark on a scenic drive down the Atlantic Seaboard, passing through picturesque towns such as Clifton, Camps Bay, Llandudno, and Hout Bay. Along the way, you'll have spectacular views of the Twelve Apostles Mountain range and the Atlantic Ocean.
Chapman's Peak Drive: Once you arrive at Hout Bay, you'll have an opportunity to take an optional boat ride to Seal Island or explore the Hout Bay Market. Afterward, you'll continue along the scenic Chapman's Peak Drive, one of the most scenic drives in the world. The route offers breath taking views of the ocean, mountains, and coastline.
Cape Point Nature Reserve: The tour then proceeds to the Cape Point Nature Reserve, which is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. Here, you'll have a chance to explore the reserve, climb to the top of the lighthouse, and take a stroll along the rugged coastline. You may also have the opportunity to spot some wildlife such as baboons, ostriches, and antelopes.
Lunch: After a busy morning exploring, it's time for lunch (client's own cost). There are plenty of options, including restaurants within the reserve, or you can opt for a packed lunch to enjoy a picnic in the reserve.
Boulders Beach: After lunch, the tour proceeds to Boulders Beach, a small cove famous for its resident colony of African penguins. Here, you can get up close and personal with these adorable creatures and watch them waddle and swim in their natural habitat.
Simon's Town: The final stop of the tour is Simon's Town, a charming coastal town with a rich naval history. Here, you can explore the town, visit the historic naval base, or browse the local shops and art galleries.
Return to Cape Town: After a day filled with adventure, it's time to head back to Cape Town. The tour usually ends with a drop-off at your hotel or a pre-arranged location.
Overall, a full day Cape Peninsula tour is a great way to experience the natural beauty and diversity of South Africa's Cape Peninsula. With stunning landscapes, fascinating wildlife, and rich history, there's something for everyone to enjoy on this unforgettable journey.
A full day Cape Winelands tour is a fantastic way to experience the beautiful wine region of South Africa. The tour typically starts early in the morning, with a pickup from your accommodation in Cape Town or the surrounding area. You will then be driven to the Cape Winelands, which is located about an hour's drive from Cape Town.
The tour will take you to some of the region's top wine estates, where you will have the opportunity to taste some of the best wines in the world. The estates are typically set against a backdrop of stunning mountain ranges and rolling vineyards, making for a truly breath-taking experience.
The tour will usually stop at approximately three different wine estates, depending on the specific itinerary. At each estate, you will be given a guided tour of the wine-making process, as well as a tasting of their signature wines. You will have the opportunity to learn about the different grape varietals and wine-making techniques used in the region, as well as the history of each estate.
In addition to wine-tasting, the tour may also include visits to some of the charming historic towns in the area, such as Stellenbosch or Franschhoek. These towns are known for their picturesque architecture, quaint shops, and art galleries.
Throughout the day, you will be accompanied by an experienced guide, who will provide insightful commentary about the region and answer any questions you may have. The tour typically includes a delicious lunch (client's own cost) at one of the wine estates, where you can enjoy local cuisine paired with exquisite wines.
Overall, a full day Cape Winelands tour is a must-do experience for any wine lover or anyone looking to explore the natural beauty of South Africa. It offers a unique opportunity to taste some of the world's finest wines while taking in the breath-taking scenery of the Cape Winelands.
After breakfast, you will depart from the hotel with a private transfer to Cape Town Int. Airport to catch flight to Vic Falls Int. Airport.
Upon arrival at Vic Falls Int. Airport you will be met by a local driver, who will transfer you to Insika Lodge on shared basis (private transfers are available at additional cost).
You will arrive at Insika Lodge and check in to your room to refresh, spend the afternoon at leisure by the pool or have lunch at Insika Lodge (at own cost).
A local guide will collect you from Insika Lodge to the jetty for shared standard sundowner cruise, the Sunset cruise is a superb way to relax and enjoy the Spectacular beauty of the Zambezi River. Flocks of birds skim the waterline as the sun sets behind the African skyline.
You 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 and small selection of beer, wine, local spirits and soft drinks, afterwards you will be transferred back to Insika Lodge.
A local guide will collect you for Insika lodge and transfer you to the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia for immigration process to cross to the Zambia side. A short drive from the boarder to the entrance of the Falls Zambia side shared.
A 2-hour tour, Language – English (French, German, Italian & Spanish available on private tours, at supplement cost – subject to availability) Highlights - To discover how the Falls were formed and what local customs and traditions surround them it is well worth booking a guided tour of the Falls. Described by the Kololo tribe living in the area in the 1800’s 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.
Peak flood season is around March and April and the full power of the falls can be experienced in all its glory. As the floods abate the view of the falls gets better and better through the year, but at its lowest, around November and December the Falls become little rivulets running over the edge and in some places along the 1,7km width no water falls at all.
Afterwards you will return to the vehicle, process immigration back to Zimbabwe, the drive will proceed to the Lookout Cafe for lunch where you have a choice of 1 main and 1 desert, excluding drinks.
After lunch you will be transferred to the start of tour of Falls Zimbabwe side (shared), its truly awe-inspiring 2 hours 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 In About May each year. This tour is conducted in the morning and afternoon. En route, you will be taken past the ‘Big Tree’ where you may stop and take photos. From there you will be accompanied through the Rainforest by one of the qualified Guides who will give a brief history of the Falls themselves as well as detailing the flora, fauna, bird & 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.
You will depart from the falls entrance and walk back to the vehicle parked next to the curio shops, offering an opportunity to purchase a few souvenirs, then taken back to the hotel to spend the rest of the day at leisure.
An early morning start with pickup from the hotel for a shared Full Day Chobe Trip. Enjoy game viewing in this iconic park. Chobe National Park is well known for its large herds of elephant that frequent the Chobe River on a daily basis. In the dry season an estimate of up to 85,000 elephants can be dispersed within the Chobe National Park, where the majority of them can be found along the river.
Apart from the herds of elephants, Chobe also has lots more to offer. The Park has lion, leopard, buffalo and a whole host of antelope like sable, puku, kudu, eland, roan and many others which you can get to see. The river is filled with big pods of hippos and some of the biggest crocodiles in Africa. This tour departs daily to the Chobe National Park in Botswana.
You will be transferred to the Kazungula border where a Botswana guide will meet you. From there proceed straight to the morning cruise where you will spend the morning game viewing along the Chobe River. The cruise will end at around 12h30, go to a hotel on the riverbank for lunch. After lunch, you will board safari vehicles for an afternoon game drive in the Chobe National Park.
Following this you will be taken back to the Kazungula Border where you will be met by the Zimbabwean guide for the return transfer to Victoria Falls Hotel.
Last morning of the tour to enjoy breakfast, before departing from Insika Lodge with a shared transfer to Vic Falls Int. Airport.
