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| 27th27 | SepSep | 202626 | Cape Town, South Africa, embark on the African Dream | | |
Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, British and Malay. The port was founded in 1652 by Dutch explorer Jan Van Riebeeck, and evidence of Dutch colonial rule remains throughout the region. The port is located on one of the world's most important trade routes, and is mainly a container port and handler of fresh fruit. Fishing is another vital industry, with large Asian fishing fleets using Cape Town as a logistical repair base for much of the year. The region is famous for its natural beauty, with the imposing Table Mountain and Lions Head, as well as the many nature reserves and botanical gardens such as Kirstenbosch which boasts an extensive range of indigenous plant life, including proteas and ferns. Cape Town's weather is mercurial, and can change from beautiful sunshine to dramatic thunderstorms within a short period. A local adage is that in Cape Town you can experience four seasons in one day. Passengers are welcome to check in to their 4-star hotel LS starting from 3:00 p.m. (please make sure your travel agency is aware of the arrival times of your flight). After settling into your room, enjoy dinner on your own before spending the night at the hotel. |
| 28th28 | SepSep | 202626 | Cape Town, South Africa | | |
Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, British and Malay. The port was founded in 1652 by Dutch explorer Jan Van Riebeeck, and evidence of Dutch colonial rule remains throughout the region. The port is located on one of the world's most important trade routes, and is mainly a container port and handler of fresh fruit. Fishing is another vital industry, with large Asian fishing fleets using Cape Town as a logistical repair base for much of the year. The region is famous for its natural beauty, with the imposing Table Mountain and Lions Head, as well as the many nature reserves and botanical gardens such as Kirstenbosch which boasts an extensive range of indigenous plant life, including proteas and ferns. Cape Town's weather is mercurial, and can change from beautiful sunshine to dramatic thunderstorms within a short period. A local adage is that in Cape Town you can experience four seasons in one day. Well have a panoramic tour of the city. Afterwards, well take the Table mountain Cableway(1) and admire the magnificent panoramic view of the surrounding mountains (if the weather allows it).After the lunch, well visit the Groot Constantia estate followed by a tasting*. Dinner and overnight at a 4-star hotel LS. |
| 29th29 | SepSep | 202626 | Cape Town, South Africa | | |
Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, British and Malay. The port was founded in 1652 by Dutch explorer Jan Van Riebeeck, and evidence of Dutch colonial rule remains throughout the region. The port is located on one of the world's most important trade routes, and is mainly a container port and handler of fresh fruit. Fishing is another vital industry, with large Asian fishing fleets using Cape Town as a logistical repair base for much of the year. The region is famous for its natural beauty, with the imposing Table Mountain and Lions Head, as well as the many nature reserves and botanical gardens such as Kirstenbosch which boasts an extensive range of indigenous plant life, including proteas and ferns. Cape Town's weather is mercurial, and can change from beautiful sunshine to dramatic thunderstorms within a short period. A local adage is that in Cape Town you can experience four seasons in one day. We'll first visit famous Robben Island and its cells (if weather allows it). Well return to Cape Town for lunch on the waterfront.We continue our tour of Cape Town, nicknamed the Mother City because it is the oldest city in South Africa. Well have dinner and spend the night at the hotel. |
| 30th30 | SepSep | 202626 | Cape Town, South Africa | | |
Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, British and Malay. The port was founded in 1652 by Dutch explorer Jan Van Riebeeck, and evidence of Dutch colonial rule remains throughout the region. The port is located on one of the world's most important trade routes, and is mainly a container port and handler of fresh fruit. Fishing is another vital industry, with large Asian fishing fleets using Cape Town as a logistical repair base for much of the year. The region is famous for its natural beauty, with the imposing Table Mountain and Lions Head, as well as the many nature reserves and botanical gardens such as Kirstenbosch which boasts an extensive range of indigenous plant life, including proteas and ferns. Cape Town's weather is mercurial, and can change from beautiful sunshine to dramatic thunderstorms within a short period. A local adage is that in Cape Town you can experience four seasons in one day. Today, we'll set out for the legendary Cape of Good Hope. We'll ride along Chapman's Peak Drive and take the famous Flying Dutchman funicular to the summit. Enjoy lunch before discovering the penguin colony near Simon's Town. We'll have dinner and spend the night at the hotel. |
| 1st01 | OctOct | 202626 | Cape Town, South Africa | | |
Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, British and Malay. The port was founded in 1652 by Dutch explorer Jan Van Riebeeck, and evidence of Dutch colonial rule remains throughout the region. The port is located on one of the world's most important trade routes, and is mainly a container port and handler of fresh fruit. Fishing is another vital industry, with large Asian fishing fleets using Cape Town as a logistical repair base for much of the year. The region is famous for its natural beauty, with the imposing Table Mountain and Lions Head, as well as the many nature reserves and botanical gardens such as Kirstenbosch which boasts an extensive range of indigenous plant life, including proteas and ferns. Cape Town's weather is mercurial, and can change from beautiful sunshine to dramatic thunderstorms within a short period. A local adage is that in Cape Town you can experience four seasons in one day. Flight to Johannesburg. Well have lunch before visiting the Apartheid Museum (the Museum is open from Wednesday to Sunday. In case of a visit a Monday, this museum will be replaced by the Mandela House. On Tuesday, it will be replaced by the Hector Pieterson Museum), the first museum centering on South African history in the 20th century. Afterwards, well set off for a panoramic tour of Johannesburg, the city of superlatives. Well arrive at our five-star hotel LS. Youll enjoy dinner and spend the night at the hotel. |
| 1st01 | OctOct | 202626 | Johannesburg, South Africa | | |
| 2nd02 | OctOct | 202626 | Johannesburg, South Africa | | |
| We'll take a regular flight from Johannesburg to Kasane, Botswana. You'll be transferred from the airport to your CroisiEurope lodge on board small private boats. You'll settle into your comfortable lodge ideally located at the heart of the wilderness. We'll have dinner and spend the night at the lodge. |
| 2nd02 | OctOct | 202626 | Kasane, Botswana | | |
| 2nd02 | OctOct | 202626 | Chobe National Park, Botswana | | |
| 3rd03 | OctOct | 202626 | Chobe National Park, Botswana | | |
| Enjoya full-day dedicated to the discovery of Chobe National Park and its majestic fauna.African lunch in the heart of nature. Afterwards, well board small private boats and sail off on Chobe River all the way to Sedudu Island and its marshes. Well have dinner and spend the night at the lodge. |
| 4th04 | OctOct | 202626 | Chobe National Park, Botswana | | |
| Discover traditional villages on Impalila Island. Well return to our lodge for lunch. This afternoon, you can enjoy time at leisure at the lodge then join us for a discovery of the Zambezi River on small private boats. Well have dinner at the lodge. Tonight, let your guide tell you all about the traditions of this particular island. Night spent at the lodge. |
| 5th05 | OctOct | 202626 | Chobe National Park, Botswana | | |
| Enjoy one last water safari in the Chobe National Park area. After lunch along the water, we'll set out for the Kasane airport. On board small private planes, youll discover the stunning panoramas during your flightto Lake Kariba(2). Youll be transferred to board the ship and comfortably settle into your cabins. Well start sailing across the lake. Well have dinner and spend the night on board. |
| 5th05 | OctOct | 202626 | Kasane, Botswana | | |
| 6th06 | OctOct | 202626 | Kasane, Botswana | | |
| At sunrise, well set sail through Lake Kariba. Well set out on a small private boat to discover the small waterways going into the Matusadona National Park and their unique wildlife. Well return on board for lunch. The afternoon will be spend cruising.Later, we'll set out on small private boats to admire the sunset. Well have dinner and spend the night on board. |
| 7th07 | OctOct | 202626 | Kasane, Botswana | | |
| We'll journey out this morning on a safari to discover the area around Matusadona National Park and its numerous wild animals. We'll enjoy lunch on board and start sailing again. During this time, a round table will be the opportunity to learn more about the creation of the Lake, its inhabitants as well as its ecosystem. We'll have dinner and spend the night on board. |
| 8th08 | OctOct | 202626 | Kasane, Botswana | | |
| At sunrise, well set sail towards Kariba to disembark and journey out to the airport.Well fly out to Victoria Falls on board private planes. Enjoy an exceptional lunch cruise on the Zambezi River, upstream from the falls. Afternoon at leisure, with moments of relaxation by the hotel pool and views over the surrounding savannah.Optional: Helicopter flight over Victoria Falls.Optional: A unique opportunity for a final safari through the wild landscapes of a private reserve! This time, set off in a comfortable 4x4 vehicle in search of Africas black rhinos, accompanied by an experienced ranger. (Excursions are compatible and take place one after the other. Must be booked at the time of registration. The safari is offered as a private experience for CroisiEurope passengers starting from 6 registered participants. Below this number, they may join other guests. In both cases, our local guide will be present to accompany them.)Tonight, enjoy dinner and spend the night at a four-star hotel LS. |
| 8th08 | OctOct | 202626 | Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe | | |
| 9th09 | OctOct | 202626 | Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, disembark the African Dream | | |
| Breakfast. Well leave for a tour on foot of the falls where the views are among the most exceptional in the world. Well also see where the Zambezi River plunges over the cliff to become the widest waterfall in the world, creating the smoke that thunders. End of our services at the hotelaround 10:30 am. Do not schedule a flight before 2:00 pm. |