Day 1: Johannesburg

Activities and Services

Maximillien Restaurant at DAVINCI

Excluded

Alcohol Beverages

Day 2: Victoria Falls (Zambia)

Enjoy the Zambezi Sunset Cruise. The 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. Great opportunity to see a variety of game; including hippo, crocodile, and elephant as well as enjoy the many different bird species whilst cruising this massive river.

Wild Horizons Lookout Cafe, Victoria Falls Wild Horizons Lookout Cafe, Victoria Falls

Activities and Services

Kubu Restaurant

Excluded

Laundry 

Items of Personal Nature

Day 3: Victoria Falls (Zambia)

Today we visit the Victoria Falls. The Victoria Falls have been billed as the Greatest Falling Curtain of Water on this Planet, making it one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. The Victoria Falls is considered to be the largest waterfall in the world. They are not the widest waterfall or the highest waterfall but with all dimensions taken into account, including almost the largest flow rate, they are considered to be the biggest curtain of falling water in the world, Surpassing the magnificent Niagara Falls and Iguacu Falls.

For the adventurous ones, enjoy the exhilarating swim at the Devil's Pool which is at te edge of the falls.

We later visit the "Four Corners of Africa", also known as the African Quadripoint, it is the meeting point of four extraordinary countries: Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana and Namibia.

Boma Entertainment

Activities and Services

Kazungula Ferry Terminal (Zambia) Visit International Quadripoint where 4 Countries meet

Lunch

Excluded

Laundry

Items of Personal Nature

Day 4: Victoria Falls (Zambia)

Day trip to Botswana to Chobe National Park.Chobe National Park is a true wildlife paradise and one of the best national parks in Southern Africa. Just one peek at the variety of wildlife and lush vegetation and you will be mesmerized forever! This is Botswana's first national park and most and also the most biologically diverse.

Expert tips

Comfortable attire that provides sun protection

Visa fees apply

Activities and Services

Lunch at Chobe National Park

Day 5: Rovos Rail

Today we are boarding the Rovos Rail, the most luxurious train in the world. This train combines magnificent scenery with the glamour and excitement of the golden age of leisure travel.

African Collage Departures lounge at Rovos Rail Station Rovos Rail Station platform

Expert tips

Please bring formal clothing for the Rovos Rail Dinners - Strictly Formal 

Day 6: Hwange National Park

Today, stop at Hwange National Park.

Zimbabwe’s largest national park, the elephant stronghold of Hwange is a game-rich area roughly the size of the Bahamas that was once the royal hunting grounds of the Ndebele warrior king Mzilikazi. It was proclaimed a national park in 1929.

Here, we will explore a variety of landscapes, from desert sands and sparse woodland to grasslands and rocky outcrops. Vast herds of elephant and buffalo, gemsbok and clans of brown hyena can be found in this pristine slice of wilderness, which also boasts one of the largest surviving populations of African wild dog.

Expert tips

Please bring formal clothing for the Rovos Rail Dinners - Strictly Formal 

Day 7: Rovos Rail

Observation car with open-air balcony Observation car Club lounge

Activities and Services

Leisure Day on the Rovos Rail

Day 8: Cape Town

Activities and Services

Excluded

Alcoholo Beverages

Day 9: Cape Town

We start the day by visiting the Table Mountain. This is not only the best attraction to explore in Cape Town but also one of the picturesque spot to capture the landscape and wildlife photography in South Africa.  Capture the panoramic view of the Table Mountain, and see it with the bird-eye view.

This will be followed by the Cape Peninsula Tour. Cape Point tour (which is also known as Cape Peninsula) which is a must visit place in Cape town. This starts with the most beautiful  scenic drive along the Atlantic Seaboard  which will be an incredible experience. We will proceed towards the Sea Point and Camps Bay, Hout Bay fishing village which is not to be missed. The rest of the day we will be exploring the Cape Point through Chapman's Peak. Lying close to the end of the Cape Peninsula, the landscape is surrounded by the best marine view. The next attraction in this tour is Cape of Good Hope that was nominated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.  Will also visit the southern tip of the continent. This will be followed by the visit to Boulders Beach where we will find the beautiful African Penguins. Only penguins found outside of Antartica.

Table Mountain Cableway

Expert tips

Wear comfortable shoes for the visit to the mountain

Day 10: Cape Town

Robben Island is best known as the site of a maximum security prison where Nelson Mandela and other political prisoners were incarcerated during apartheid. The island is home to fascinating history and boasts some of the most scenic views of Table Mountain. Nelson Mandela Prison Cell: Former South African president Nelson Mandela’s prison cell on Robben Island is one of the most popular attractions on the island. Mandela was imprisoned on Robben Island for 18 of his 27 years in prison.​​​​​​

Later depart to Franschhoek Wine Region and visit Klein Goederust Wine Estate. This is the only black owned wine estate in the entire region. They produce amongst the best wines in the country. This is where we will enjoy our famous South African "braai" whilst tasting their various wines.

In the evening, we visit the Gold Restaurant. This restaurant offers an authentic African experience. So much more than just an African restaurant, a night at GOLD is an immersive experience that will take you on a 14-dish taste-safari paired with traditional Mali puppets and entertainment.

Expert tips

Wear comfortable shoes for walking around the prison.

Activities and Services

Lunch at Klein Goederust Wine Estate (Only Black Owned Wine Estate in the Region)

Klein Goederust Wine Tasting

Day 11: Johannesburg

Activities and Services

Lunch at Hotel

Day 12: Johannesburg

There are few places in the world whose name is more synonymous with modern-day freedom struggles than South Africas’s township of Soweto. The Soweto tour is a cultural rollercoaster that will give you a firm overview of the tumultuous and inspirational history of Johannesburg and South Africa. Brace yourself for an emotional visit to Hector Pietersen Museum and Mandela House Museum. Take a stroll along Soweto’s visitor-friendly street, Vilakazi Street, the only street in the world to have housed two Nobel Prize winners; Nelson Mandela and Bishop Desmond Tutu

Evening is the Farewell Dinner at San Deck which is at the rooftop of Sandton Sun Hotel

Sign Home HPM

Activities and Services

Visit a School in Soweto for Donation

Farewell Dinner at San Deck

Day 13: End of Itinerary

Activities and Services

Take an Onward Flight Back to USA

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