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P a g e 2 20 May - 4 June 2017 Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe - Cape Town - Shamwari Private Game Reserve - Northern Drakensberg - Nambiti Game Reserve 15 Days / 12 Nights 10 persons Reference: Proposal.9Sep16 Date of Issue: 09 September 2016 Click here to view your Digital Itinerary
P a g e 3 Overview Accommodation Destination Nights Room Type Victoria Falls Hotel Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe 2 Central Deluxe Room Commodore Hotel Cape Town 4 Luxury Standard Rooms Long Lee Manor - Shamwari Game Reserve Shamwari Private Game Reserve 2 Suite Cathedral Peak Hotel Northern Drakensberg 2 Standard Rooms Cheetah Ridge Lodge Nambiti Game Reserve 2 Luxury Suites PRICING Rate based on 1 passenger (single occupancy) Kindly note that the exchange rate quoted below is given as an indication only, and the AU Dollar rates quoted cannot be guaranteed. Approximate package price per single: AUD 8183.00 Rate based on 2 passengers (Twin Share) Kindly note that the exchange rate quoted below is given as an indication only, and the AU Dollar rates quoted cannot be guaranteed. Approximate package price per person: AUD 4789.00 Included VIP and personalised meet and greet at OR Tambo International Airport Return scheduled road transfers: Victoria Falls Airport - Victoria Falls Hotel 2 nights accommodation at Victoria Falls Hotel in Central Deluxe Rooms including breakfast Scheduled guided tour of the Falls Return private transfer: Cape Town International Airport - The Commodore Hotel 4 nights accommodation at The Commodore Hotel in Standard Rooms including breakfast Private full day Cape Point Tour including an English Speaking Guide and entrance fees Private half day Table Mountain & City Tour including an English Speaking Guide and entrance fees Scheduled Robben Island Excursion Private full day Cape Winelands Tour including an English Speaking Guide and entrance fees Private transfer: Port Elizabeth Airport - Shamwari Private Game Reserve, Long Lee Manor 3 nights accommodation at Shamwari Private Game Reserve at Long Lee Manor in Suites including all meals, teas/coffees and 2 game drives per day Private transfer: Shamwari Private Game Reserve, Long Lee Manor - Port Elizabeth Airport Private transfer: King Shaka International Airport - Cathedral Peak Hotel 2 nights accommodation at Cathedral Peak Hotel in Standard Rooms including breakfast and dinner
P a g e 4 Private transfer: Cathedral Peak Hotel - Cheetah Ridge 2 nights accommodation at Cheetah Ridge in Luxury Suite including all meals, teas/coffees and 2 game drives per day Private transfer: Cheetah Ridge - King Shaka International Airport Excluded International flights to and from country of origin Domestic regional flights within Southern Africa (not included) Optional tours activities other than those specified Items of a personal nature, beverages, laundry, telephone calls, drinks etc. Meals not specified above Any other services not specified above Porterage Gratuities Travel insurance Visas Day 1: Victoria Falls Hotel, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe Resting on the southern banks of the Zambezi river at the western end of the eponymous falls, this popular tourist town is compact enough to walk around and makes an ideal base for travellers exploring the seventh wonder of the world, the unfathomably vast Victoria Falls. About two thirds of the falls can be viewed from the Zimbabwean side and, while the falls are undoubtedly the star attraction, the area provides both adventure seekers and sightseers with plenty of opportunities to warrant a longer stay. Popular activities include scenic flights over the falls in helicopters or micro lights, bungee jumping off the Victoria Falls Bridge, white-water rafting (seasonal), and day trips to Chobe National Park. The town itself offers some excellent accommodation and restaurant options as well as an eclectic variety of African curios and authentic art sold by friendly Zimbabwean locals who are wonderfully welcoming and eager to help you enjoy your stay. VIP meet and greet at OR Tambo International Airport Check in for your flight to Victoria Falls. Flight: Johannesburg - Victoria Falls (not included) Scheduled road transfer from Victoria Falls Airport to Victoria Falls Hotel, approximately 20 minutes Lunch and dinner at leisure Consultant Notes VISA PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE CASH USD 50.00 PER PERSON TO PURHCASE YOUR VISA ON ARRIVAL AT VICTORIA FALLS AIRPORT Overnight: Victoria Falls Hotel View ibrochure The Victoria Falls Hotel, popularly known as the grand old lady of the Falls, is situated in the Victoria Falls National Park, a world heritage site, and is a member of the exclusive Leading Hotels of the World group. It is one of only
P a g e 5 three IS0-accredited hotels in Zimbabwe. The Edwardian-style five-star hotel, built in 1904, combines the charm of the old with the convenience of the new. Set in lush tropical gardens with lily ponds, palm trees and semi-tropical shrubs, it provides the tranquillity and seclusion that many guests seek. The famous Victoria Falls are just a ten-minute walk away using the hotel s private pathway, and the smoke that thunders or Mosi-O-Tunya in the local dialect, is clearly audible and visible from this luxurious landmark. World-class service, and food and beverage choice and preparation second to none, make the hotel a magnet for international visitors and locals alike. The opulent Livingstone Room for fine dining and dancing, the Jungle Junction with its famous breakfast and dinner buffets and ethnic entertainment in the evenings, offer variety and wide choice. Stanley s Terrace, with its clear view of the Victoria Falls Bridge, connecting Zimbabwe and Zambia, is renowned for its cocktails and afternoon teas. The Terrace has been a rendezvous for adventurers in Africa for over a century. The ambience of the hotel is steeped in that history with all suites decorated in the gracious Edwardian style of Zimbabwe s colonial era. Small executive meetings and private dining facilities are easily arranged for those who wish to combine a little business with a lot of pleasure, and all in a secluded and discreet environment. It is the Victoria Falls Hotel that remains the major attraction for visitors. Waking up to the sound of the smoke that thunders, seeing the sun rise beneath the mist of one of the seven natural wonders of the world and the lunar rainbow at night, all the while soaking up the history and ambience of a bygone era, is more than unforgettable it is unique. Day 2: Victoria Falls Hotel, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe Morning scheduled Tour of the Falls Lunch and dinner at leisure Activities Wild Horizons Tour of the Falls Zimbabwe
P a g e 6 Wild Horizons Tour of the Falls Zimbabwe The Victoria Falls Now In Its 150 Millionth Fantastic Year - Reaches Its Zenith In About May each year. It's a truly awe-inspiring 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. This tour is conducted in the morning and afternoon. En route, clients may be taken past the 'Big Tree' where they may stop and take photos. Clients will be accompanied through the Rainforest by one of our 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. Day 3: Commodore Hotel, Cape Town Cape Town Resting at the confluence of the Indian and Atlantic Ocean, sandwiched between the slopes of the iconic Table Mountain and the glistening sapphire waters of Table Bay, the exceptionally scenic city of Cape Town is in a class of its own. Some cities boast rich culture, vibrant nightlife, a cosmopolitan atmosphere and extraordinary architecture, while others boast breathtaking landscapes and extraordinary natural wonders. Cape Town, is lucky enough to be blessed with all of these attractions and so much more. With its bustling harbour, world-class beaches, top-notch vineyards, and its mountainous surroundings brimming with diverse flora and fauna, Cape Town consistently captivates the hearts of all who visit. Scheduled road transfer from the hotel to Victoria Falls Airport Flight: Victoria Falls - Johannesburg (not included) Meet and assist at OR Tambo International Airport Check in for flight to Cape Town Flight: Johannesburg - Cape Town (not included) Private transfer from Cape Town International Airport to The Commodore Hotel, approximately 20 minutes Lunch and dinner at leisure Overnight: Commodore Hotel View ibrochure Overlooking the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront with views of Table Mountain, Robben Island, the Harbour and the Atlantic Ocean is the Commodore, Legacy s flagship hotel in Cape Town. Stylish living, quality service and a tranquil setting have ensured that our guests return year after year, be it as businessmen or tourists excited to experience all that is the Mother City.
P a g e 7 Day 4: Commodore Hotel, Cape Town Full day Cape Point Tour including an English Speaking Guide and entrance fees Lunch and dinner at leisure Activities Cape Point Tour Full Day Cape Point Tour Full Day This is a full-day tour with time spent in the Cape Point Nature Reserve. Travel along the magnificent Marine Drive beyond Lion's Head, past the Twelve Apostles, which stretches to Hout Bay, a quaint fishing village on the Atlantic seaboard. As you continue towards the Cape Point Nature Reserve, you will have the opportunity to experience the incredible scenic route along Chapman s Peak drive. After spending time in the Cape Point Nature Reserve and taking a ride up the Funicular, you will head to Boulders Beach where you can see the African Penguin colony up close. Lunch can be enjoyed at a local restaurant en-route, before heading back to your hotel via Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Day 5: Commodore Hotel, Cape Town Half day City & Table Mountain Tour including an English Speaking Guide and entrance fees Lunch and dinner at leisure Day 6: Commodore Hotel, Cape Town - Robben Island Excursion - Lunch and dinner at leisure
P a g e 8 Day 7: Reserve Long Lee Manor - Shamwari Game Reserve, Shamwari Private Game Shamwari Private Game Reserve Shamwari Game Reserve is the ultimate Luxury Big Five African Safari Adventure & Conservation effort coupled with responsible Tourism. Shamwari Game Reserve is home to Africa s Big 5 (Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo, Lion & Leopard), is Malaria Free & is situated in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. Shamwari is about conserving a vanishing way of life & is the realization of one man s dream, & the success of many people s passion. Steeped in pioneer history, & dating back to the time when a multitude of game roamed wild & free, the 25 000 hectare reserve boasts five eco-systems, thus enabling the support of many forms of plant, animal & bird life. This Reserve has received numerous International Awards, including the World s Leading Conservation Company & Game Reserve for many consecutive years. Private transfer from the hotel to Cape Town International Airport Flight: Cape Town - Port Elizabeth (not included) Private transfer from Port Elizabeth Airport to Shamwari Private Game Reserve, Long Lee Manor, approximately 1 hour Lunch at the lodge Afternoon game drive Dinner at the lodge Overnight: Long Lee Manor - Shamwari Game Reserve Shamwari Game Reserve - The Pride of the Eastern Cape! View ibrochure Long Lee Manor at Shamwari Game Reserve, originally built in 1910, offers a distinctive Colonial Experience. This splendidly restored Edwardian Manor House offers Guests refined comfort, congenial service & enticing cuisine in the African Bush. Long Lee Manor accommodates 38 Guests in 15 elegant En-Suite Rooms & 3 Luxury Suites. Sumptuously prepared meals are enjoyed in the main Dining Room, under the Pepper Tree, or around the open blazing fire at the Barn. A River Boma offers an outdoor option for Meals. Shamwari, meaning my friend in Shona, is the pinnacle of private game reserves and home to the coveted Big 5. Stretching 25,000 hectares over a malaria free landscape, it offers an award-winning nature experience and is one of the largest private conservation initiatives in Southern Africa.
P a g e 9 Day 8: Reserve Long Lee Manor - Shamwari Game Reserve, Shamwari Private Game Early morning game drive Breakfast at the lodge Mid-morning at leisure Lunch at the lodge Afternoon game drive Dinner at the lodge Day 9: Cathedral Peak Hotel, Northern Drakensberg Northern Drakensberg An imposing wall of rock that rises to 3000m, creating untold inspiring views and hikes. Known to the Zulus as the Barrier of Spears and to the first European settlers as the Dragon's Mountains. The Ukhahlamba Drakensberg is 1 of 8 South African UNESCO World Heritage sites, uniquely being on for both its significance as a natural resource and for the heritage of the San Paintings. For 1000s of years they hosted the San people and they in turn left their record on the walls on numerous sandstone caves. Today most of the Drakensberg is protected as a National Park and it is a major attraction for the lover of the outdoors.
P a g e 10 Breakfast at the lodge Private transfer from the lodge to Port Elizabeth Airport Flight: Port Elizabeth - Durban (not included) Private transfer from King Shaka International Airport to Cathedral Peak Hotel, approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes Lunch at leisure Dinner at the hotel Overnight: Cathedral Peak Hotel View ibrochure Set in a World Heritage Site, this renowned 4-Star family hotel offers luxurious accommodation, superb cuisine and warm hospitality. A host of activities include golf, horse riding, helicopter flips, quad and mountain bikes, and FREE daily guided walks with unrivalled access to the Drakensberg Mountains. Facilities include a cocktail bar with magnificent mountain views, Vitality Centre, custom children s dining-room, babysitters, a fully-equipped modern conference venue hosting up to 200 people and a charming stone-and-thatch chapel seating 120 guests. Day 10: Cathedral Peak Hotel, Northern Drakensberg Day at leisure Lunch at leisure Dinner at the hotel
P a g e 11 Day 11: Cheetah Ridge Lodge, Nambiti Game Reserve Nambiti Game Reserve The Nambiti Private Game Reserve offers the Big 5 in a malaria free region in the heart of KwaZulu Natal. Elephant, lion, leopard, buffalo and rhino and over 30 other animal species roam these reclaimed farms in the heart of the Battlefields region. Transfer from the hotel to Cheetah Ridge Lodge, Nambiti Private Game Reserve, approximately 2 hours Lunch at the lodge Afternoon game drive Dinner at the lodge Overnight: Cheetah Ridge Lodge Situated in the southern section of the Nambiti Private Game Reserve, Cheetah Ridge Lodge is a luxury, AA Superior rated lodge. The sprawling grey stone manor house holds a historical charm matched by no other on the reserve. Situated in lush, fenced-in gardens, 10 luxurious free-standing suites overlook a private waterhole where guests can quietly observe the glorious African wildlife congregating from the front door step. The accommodation offers amenities and services including a continental breakfast, 3-course dinner, hot beverage station, x2 three-hour game drives and daily room service.
P a g e 12 Day 12: Cheetah Ridge Lodge, Nambiti Game Reserve Early morning game drive Breakfast at the lodge Mid-morning at leisure Lunch at the lodge Afternoon game drive Dinner at the lodge Day 13: Departure Breakfast at the lodge Transfer from the lodge to King Shaka International Airport, approximately 4 hours Flight: Durban - Johannesburg (not included) Meet and greet with assistance at OR Tambo International Airport Check in for onward flight END OF SERVICES