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African Sunsets

3 Nights in Cape Town, 2 Nights in Okavango Delta, 2 Nights in Savute, 4 Night Safari Cruise, 2 Nights in Victoria Falls

* New for 2012 *

tulip time cruise

2012 & 2013 Departure Dates & Pricing

Cape Town to Victoria Falls - 14 days

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Ship - Zambezi Queen

 

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Detailed Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrive in Cape Town (Hotel Check-In)

Located in a stunning setting surrounded by majestic mountains and pristine beaches, Cape Town offers a diverse array of cultural, historical and scenic attractions. After your airport greeting, transfer to your hotel.

Day 2: Cape Town

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before your scenic drive through the local wine regions in Cape Town: Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl. You will visit two of the famous wine estates to taste the local wines produced in South Africa. Your tour also includes the Huguenot Museum in Franschhoek and the Taal monument on Paarl rock. This afternoon, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel. (B,L)

Day 3: Cape Town

During your full day tour, you will see the 12 Apostles and Hout Bay, as you drive through Chapmans Peak (seasonal), a beautiful marine drive. You will then venture to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, ending at legendary Cape Point, where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet. After lunch at a local restaurant in Simon's Town, admire the magnificent views from the sandstone plateau of Table Mountain (weather permitting). (B,L)

Day 4: Cape Town - Maun - fly to Okavango Delta (chartered plane)

Early this morning, fly to Maun, where you will transfer to Okavango Delta via a small charter plane*. Okavango Delta is a unique oasis at the northern edge of the Kalahari Desert, offering an environment for hippos, crocodiles and tigerfish. Today, take a guided bush walk to the Delta’s islands to track the larger species that inhabit this wilderness area, such as the African bush elephants and the white and black rhinoceros. Return to your safari camp for dinner and enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure. (B,L,D)

Day 5:Okavango Delta

Venture out on an early morning game drive to search for lions, brown hyenas, spotted hyenas, blue wildebeest, giraffes and red lechwe. Return to camp for brunch in the boma and then spend the rest of the afternoon game viewing or bird watching. Late this afternoon, you will have some time to enjoy other game activity such as a mokoro (a traditional dugout canoe) excursion and fishing. (B,L,D)

Day 6: Okavango Delta - fly to Savute (chartered plane)

Depart on an early morning game drive in the Wildlife Reserve before enjoying a delectable brunch. This afternoon, check out of your lodge and fly to Savute via a small charter plane*. Part of the Chobe National Park, the Savute safari area boasts fascinating wildlife and is famous for its predators, especially lions and hyenas. After settling into your lodge, enjoy an afternoon game activity along the dry Savute Channel and Marsh. The evening is at your leisure. (B,L,D)

Day 7: Savute

Depart on an early morning game drive to the renowned Savute area where you can view warthogs, kudus, impalas, zebras and wildebeests. There is also rich bird life with nearly 450 species. Upon your return to the lodge, brunch will be served. Afterwards, enjoy an afternoon game activity to explore this wildlife haven. (B,L,D)

Say 8: Savute - fly to Kasana (chartered plane) - MS Zambezi Queen (Embarkation)

Spend your last morning in Savute on a game drive before flying to Kasane via small charter plane*. Here, you will board the MS ZAMBEZI QUEEN, docked on the Chobe River. Late this afternoon, depart for a sunset cruise followed by a Welcome Cocktail and Dinner on board. (B,D)

Day 9: MS Zambezi Queen

This morning, disembark for a game drive in Chobe National Park, home of one of the most substantial populations of wildlife on the African continent. Encounter elephants, leopards, lions, gazelle and buffalo. Return to the ship and leisurely cruise during lunch to Luguba. Late this afternoon, enjoy a tender boat excursion that will give you a close up view of the wild animals gathering at the water. This evening, be our guest ashore at the delicious African Boma Dinner, where you will savor the distinct flavors of Africa. Afterwards, your guide will show you the African sky using a laser pointer, showing you magnificent planets and stars (weather permitting). (B,L,D)

Day 10: MS Zambezi Queen

Begin your day with a visit to Kasenu village for a cultural interaction with the local community. You will have free time to shop for local artifacts. Then board a mokoro (a traditional dugout canoe) to explore the waterways and observe African animals and abundant birdlife up close. Relax on the beach in quaint, rustic-style tents as you are served delicacies cooked over a traditional wood fire oven. After lunch, return to the ship for an afternoon cruise. The remainder of the evening is at your leisure to relax on board. (B,L,D)

Day 11: MS Zambezi Queen

After breakfast on board, choose between a game ride in the Chobe National Park, a walking tour of a traditional Maasai village, visit to a local school or try a fishing excursion to catch a tigerfish. Late this afternoon, venture by boat to observe crocodiles, hippos and elephants in their natural habitat. Experience a traditional African barbecue tonight, prepared by the local community. (B,L,D)

Day 12: MS Zambezi Queen (Disembarkation) - Victoria Falls

Bid farewell to the MS ZAMBEZI QUEEN and transfer to Victoria Falls, one of the world’s most awe-inspiring wonders. Settle into your hotel before embarking on your Sundowner cruise along the Zambezi River. Relax on board with light snacks and wine as you observe a variety of game, including hippo and rhino. There are great photo opportunities with spectacular African sunsets. (B)

Day 13: Victoria Falls

Today, your local guide will take you on a tour of the amazing Victoria Falls providing a history as well as detailing the flora, fauna, bird and wildlife that makes this area so unique. Witness the towering column of spray when the river is high, listen to the thunder of the falling water and experience the tranquil lagoons upstream where you may find hippos and crocodiles. Enjoy the rest of the day and evening at your hotel or explore the Falls on your own. (B)

Day 14: Depart Victoria Falls

Transfer to the airport for your homeward flight. (B)

Please Note:

  • Valid passports and Visas are required for travel to Africa. Please consult with your Consulate for more information. Responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.
  • *There are strict luggage restrictions on all small charter flights. Max 44 lbs (20kg) luggage per person including carry-on items. All travellers must pack in soft sided luggage (i.e. duffle bag). All lodges in Bostwana offer complimentary laundry services.

AFrican Sunset Cruise Map

2012 Departures
Hotel Check-in Date
Cabin Rates are per passenger in $USD
Category Suite B w/ balcony - Middle Deck
Category Suite A w/ balcony - Lower Deck & Middle Deck
Master Suite w/ balcony - Lower Deck fwd & Middle Deck fwd
From Cape Town
18-Jun-12
$11,995
$12,193
$12,793
16-Jul-12
$11,995
$12,193
$12,793
23-Jul-12
$11,995
$12,193
$12,793
3-Sep-12
$12,995
$13,193
$13,793
29-Oct-12
$12,995
$13,193
$13,793
3-Dec-12
$12,995
$13,193
$13,793
Please note: Air conditioning only available in public areas. Staterooms have large fans.
Please select bedding configuration at the time of booking. Option A: two twin beds; Option B: One double bed.
Single Supplement: 50% of twin

Sample Airfare from New York: Economy Class: $1,250 per person; Business Class: $4,700 per person; Intra-Africa Air: from $1, 085 per person.

*Airfares listed are estimates. Air taxes and fuel surcharges are additional. Intra-Africa air will be discounted when purchased in conjunction with transatlantic air. Ask for details.

All transfers are included with the purchase of translatlantic and intra-Africa flights.
All prices are based on 4-star land accommodations. *To upgrade to 5-star land accommodations, add $2,299 per person. To upgrade to 5-star land accommodations in VICTORIA FALLS ONLY , add $99 per person.

2013 Departures
Hotel Check-in Date
Cabin Rates are per passenger in $USD
Category Suite B w/ balcony - Middle Deck
Category Suite A w/ balcony - Lower Deck & Middle Deck
Master Suite w/ balcony - Lower Deck fwd & Middle Deck fwd
From Cape Town
14-Jan-13
$10,995
$11,193
$11,793
11-Feb-13
$10,995
$11,193
$11,793
11-Mar-13
$10,995
$11,193
$11,793
1-Apr-13
$11,995
$12,193
$12,793
15-Apr-13
$11,995
$12,193
$12,793
29-Apr-13
$11,995
$12,193
$12,793
13-May-13
$11,995
$12,193
$12,793
27-May-13
$11,995
$12,193
$12,793
3-Jun-13
$11,995
$12,193
$12,793
8-Jul-13
$12,995
$13,193
$13,793
22-Jul-13
$12,995
$13,193
$13,793
5-Aug-13
$12,995
$13,193
$13,793
19-Aug-13
$12,995
$13,193
$13,793
9-Sep-13
$13,995
$14,193
$14,793
7-Oct-13
$13,995
$14,193
$14,793
4-Nov-13
$12,995
$13,193
$13,793
2-Dec-13
$12,995
$13,193
$13,793
Please note: Air conditioning only available in public areas. Staterooms have large fans.
Please select bedding configuration at the time of booking. Option A: two twin beds; Option B: One double bed.
Single Supplement: 50% of twin

Sample Airfare from New York: Economy Class: $1,250 per person; Business Class: $4,700 per person; Intra-Africa Air: from $1,085 per person.

*Airfares listed are estimates. Air taxes and fuel surcharges are additional. Intra-Africa air will be discounted when purchased in conjunction with transatlantic air. Ask for details.

All transfers are included with the purchase of translatlantic and intra-Africa flights.
All prices are based on 4-star land accommodations. *To upgrade to 5-star land accommodations, add $2,299 per person. To upgrade to 5-star land accommodations in VICTORIA FALLS ONLY , add $99 per person.
lion
Savute elephant camp
zebras in field
Prices Include:
Cape Town:
▪ 3-nights in the 4-star Victoria & Alfred Hotel or the 5-star Table Bay Hotel including daily breakfast
▪ Full day Wineland Tour to Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl with lunch and two wine tastings
▪ Entrance to the Taal Monument and the Huguenot Museum
▪ Full day Cape Point Tour via Hout Bay and Chapmans Peak to Cape of Good Hope with lunch
▪ Funicular and Table Mountain (weather permitting)
 
Okavango Delta:
▪ 2-nights in the 4-star Camp Okavango or the 5-star Orient Express Eagle Island Camp
▪ Daily morning and afternoon/evening game drives
▪ All meals included with local beer, wine, spirits and soft drinks
▪ Complimentary laundry service
 
Savute Safari Area:
▪ 2-nights in the 4-star Savute Safari Lodge or the 5-star Orient Express Savute Elephant Camp
▪ Daily morning and afternoon/evening game drives
▪ All meals included with local beer, wine, spirits and soft drinks
▪ Complimentary laundry service
 
MS Zambezi Queen:
▪ 4-nights cruise in your selected cabin category
▪ Chobe National Park game drives

▪ Private boat game drives along the banks of the Chobe River

▪ Visit to Kasenu village for a cultural interaction with the local community
▪Explore MS Zambezi Queen suroundings in a Mokoro (Traditional dugout canoe)
▪ Traditional African Boma Dinner
▪ African BBQ on island in Namibia
▪ Beach Lunch
▪ All meals included during cruise
▪ Complimentary wine and beer included with all lunch and dinners
 
Victoria Falls:
▪2-nights hotel in the 4-star Ilala Lodge or the 5-star Victoria Falls Hotel including daily breakfast
▪ Zambezi River Sundowner Cruise
▪ Tour Victoria Falls National Park

 

Prices Do Not Include:
▪ Individual arrival and departure
▪Transatlantic and Intra-Africa Air
▪ Air taxes and fuel surcharges
▪ Travel Insurance
▪ Gratuities
▪ Personal Expenses

*For reasons of navigation and passenger safety, the cruise operator and the Captain of the ship reserves the right to modify the itinerary of the cruise.


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