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The African Classic Encounters Ultimate Safari
This 15 day
itinerary showcases the scenic wonders of Southern Africa; from the
mighty Victoria Falls and cosmopolitan Cape Town to the sanctuary of
Botswana.
ITINERARY
Day 1
- JOHANNESBURG
Arrive
in Johannesburg for your private transfer to The Westcliff hotel for one
night. With wealth built on gold, Johannesburg is lively, affluent and
cosmopolitan, offering the visitor a tempting array of superb
restaurants, elegant designer boutiques and bustling world-class
shopping centres. Rooms offer total privacy and most have sunny,
private balconies with spectacular views over the Zoological Gardens and
the forested northern suburbs of Johannesburg. |
Day 2 - JOHANNESBURG / LIVINGSTONE
Today the
African adventure begins as you fly to Livingstone and transfer to the luxurious
Royal Livingstone Hotel, adjacent to the magnificent Victoria Falls. The hotel
is situated on the Zambia side of the Falls, only footsteps from the Zambezi
River and the rooms and suites offer a tranquil retreat from the unconstrained
beauty of their surroundings. Enjoy a walking tour of the Falls and Zambesi
Sundowner cruise during your stay.
Days 3, 4 & 5
- LIVINGSTONE / SAVUTE ELEPHANT CAMP
This morning, you will be transferred by shared light aircraft to the Savute
region of the Chobe National Park, an area renowned for its high concentration
of Elephant and dramatic eco system. During your three night stay at the Savute
Elephant Camp you will see amazing sightings of lion, under the skilled
direction of an expert guide. You will also have the luxury of watching
elephants drink from the waterhole while sitting on the deck of your tent,
enjoying your favorite drink.
Days 6, 7 & 8
- MOREMI WILDLIFE RESERVE
After brunch depart for Khwai. Witness the daily procession of big game that
roams the Khwai floodplains, in front of the camp. Daily activities at
Khwai River Lodge
include day and night game drives in open-sided 4X4 vehicles and walking safaris
along the river. Other facilities to make your stay as comfortable as possible
include a large swimming pool, Naturally Wild spa treatments and a small,
discreet gymnasium. During your stay, you can also enjoy a full day boat
excursions to Xaxanaka Lagoon and Island with a picnic lunch.
Days 9, 10 &
11 - OKAVANGO DELTA
Continue on a short flight to the renowned Okavango Delta and
Eagle Island
Camp. Enjoy three nights at the camp among the prolific birdlife of the island
and surrounding Delta. Spend time exploring the local islands by mokoro
traditional canoe (water levels permitting) and on foot, for an unforgettable
safari experience.
Days 12, 13
& 14 - OKAVANGO DELTA / CAPE TOWN
Depart camp after a morning activity for your scheduled flight to Cape Town.
Transfer to the famed Mount Nelson hotel, your home in the "Mother City" for 3
nights. The Mount Nelson Hotel is located at the foot of Table Mountain
offering easy access to the city, spectacular beaches and a wide selection of
top restaurants. The area offers magnificent scenery at every turn. The area
can either be explored by private, escorted sightseeing tours or at your own
pace with a rental car. A full day Cape Winelands or Cape Point tour is
included in your stay.
Day 15
Transfer to Cape Town Airport for your departure flight.

Package
includes:
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Private return airport/hotel
transfers in Livingstone, Cape Town and Johannesburg
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1 night at The Westcliff Hotel in a
Luxury room on a bed & breakfast basis
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1 night at the Royal Livingstone
Hotel on a bed and breakfast basis
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9 nights at Orient-Express Safaris (3
nights at each camp) including all meals, drinks (except premium
brands), game viewing activities, laundry, national park fees,
emergency medical evacuation insurance, shared light aircraft
inter-camp flights
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3 nights at the Mount Nelson Hotel in
a Superior Room on a bed & breakfast basis
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Scheduled air flights from Johannesburg to
Livingstone and Maun to Cape Town, subject to availability.
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Package
excludes:
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Communication costs such as phone
calls and faxes
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Items of a purely personal nature
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Anything not specifically mentioned
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Excess baggage charges
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Inoculations
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Personal Insurance
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Gratuities

Package price from:
01 April - 31 July 2008
US$ 9,930 per person sharing
01 August - 30 September 2008
US$ 11,966 per person sharing
01 October - 31 October 2008
US$ 12,850 per person sharing
01 November - 31 December 2008
US$ 11,550 per person sharing |
Please note:
Prices are based on double occupancy. Any sightseeing is an additional
cost. Package valid until December 31 2008. Prices are subject to foreign
exchange fluctuations and airfare increases and conditions apply. Extension
rates can be requested along with regional flights.

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