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| 21st21 | SepSep | 202525 | Johannesburg, South Africa, embark on the Zambezi Queen | | |
| ARRIVE IN JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA. After being greeted at the airport by an AmaWaterways Representative, transfer to the Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa in the desirable Sandton neighborhood. The hotel’s extensive gardens have captured the spirit, grace and elegance of a bygone era. |
| 22nd22 | SepSep | 202525 | Johannesburg, South Africa | | |
| KASANE, BOTSWANA – ZAMBEZI QUEEN – EMBARKATION. Fly to Kasane, Botswana where you’ll be transferred to the Chobe River. Tender boats will take you to the Zambezi Queen moored on the Namibia side of the river. Settle into your stateroom and in the evening, enjoy a Welcome Cocktail Reception and Dinner. (B,D) |
| 22nd22 | SepSep | 202525 | Kasane, Botswana | | |
| 23rd23 | SepSep | 202525 | Cruising | | |
| 24th24 | SepSep | 202525 | Chobe National Park, Botswana | | |
| ZAMBEZI QUEEN. Join a full-day safari of Chobe National Park in open-top 4x4 vehicles. Be on the lookout for elephants, giraffe, zebra, sable, warthog and cape buffalo. For lunch, take a seat under the trees and savor a delicious picnic. (B,L,D) |
| 25th25 | SepSep | 202525 | Cruising | | |
| 26th26 | SepSep | 202525 | Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe | | |
| 26th26 | SepSep | 202525 | Kasane, Botswana | | |
| ZAMBEZI QUEEN – DISEMBARKATION. Disembark your cruise in Kasane. (B) |
| 27th27 | SepSep | 202525 | Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe | | |
| VICTORIA FALLS. A local guide will take you on a tour of the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls. You’ll learn about its history, and the flora and fauna that make this area so unique. In the evening, embark on a private sunset cruise along the Zambezi River. Relax on board as you observe a variety of game while enjoying a delicious mix of tapas with drinks, followed by a special dinner with live local entertainment at the hotel. (B,D) |
| 28th28 | SepSep | 202525 | Johannesburg, South Africa | | |
| VICTORIA FALLS – JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA. After breakfast, you’ll be taken to the airport for your flight to Johannesburg. Transfer to the Fairlawns Boutique Hotel with its parklike setting and wonderful Spa. (B) |
| 29th29 | SepSep | 202525 | Johannesburg, South Africa | | |
| JOHANNESBURG. Take a fascinating tour of Johannesburg and its rich history from colonialism to apartheid, and finally democracy. Get an in-depth look at Soweto’s unique neighborhoods, the center of the uprising against the apartheid state. Walk in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela, visiting the Mandela House located on Vilakazi Street and along the way enjoy a township lunch. Before dinner, gather with a local expert for an informative discussion and afterwards enjoy a multi-course dinner. (B,L,D) |
| 30th30 | SepSep | 202525 | Kruger National Park, South Africa | | |
| JOHANNESBURG – KRUGER NATIONAL PARK AREA. Fly to the Greater Kruger National Park in the morning where you’ll be transferred to your luxurious game lodge. This region is one of the world's most spectacular, game nature reserves, which you'll discover on your late afternoon game drive in search of the country's "Big Five" and other native wildlife. Spend your first night and every night, if you wish, gathering with fellow travelers, sharing stories of the day’s adventures or simply gazing up at the stunning star-filled African sky. (B,L,D) |
| 1st01 | OctOct | 202525 | Kruger National Park, South Africa | | |
| KRUGER NATIONAL PARK AREA. The early morning is the perfect time to go on safari as the wildlife is prolific. Your open-air vehicle provides the perfect way to explore your private game reserve, located just a stone’s throw from the game-rich Kruger National Park. The rest of the morning can be spent enjoying the facilities at your lodge. Later in the day, you’ll go on another game drive deep into the bush, where you may encounter South Africa’s top predators: cheetahs, hyenas and lions. (B,L,D) |
| 2nd02 | OctOct | 202525 | Kruger National Park, South Africa | | |
| KRUGER NATIONAL PARK AREA. Go on two exhilarating game drives today, as well as enjoy ample leisure time at your game lodge. (B,L,D) |
| 3rd03 | OctOct | 202525 | Johannesburg, South Africa | | |
| 3rd03 | OctOct | 202525 | Kruger National Park, South Africa, disembark the Zambezi Queen | | |
KRUGER NATIONAL PARK AREA – JOHANNESBURG. Be treated to an early-morning game drive before returning to the lodge for breakfast. Afterwards, transfer to the airport for your flight to Johannesburg for your connecting flight home or extend your journey with four nights in magical Rwanda. (B)
Note: Please do not schedule your onward flight before 4:30 p.m. |
