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Southern Africa: A Private View

Itinerary

12 days showcasing the wonders of Southern Africa in the company of expert guides.

The Orient-Express privately-guided 12-day journey showcases the wonders of Southern Africa, travelling from Cape Town's famous Table Mountain, renowned for its extraordinary floral biodiversity and breathtaking views, to the mighty Victoria Falls and on to Orient-Express' exceptional safari camps in Chobe National Park, Moremi Wildlife Reserve and the Okavango Delta, one of the world’s last true wilderness areas.

Days 1 to 3: Cape Town

Arrival in Cape Town. Private transfer to the famed Mount Nelson Hotel, your home in the "Mother City" for three nights. The hotel is located at the foot of Table Mountain, offering easy access to the city, spectacular beaches and a wide selection of top restaurants. Enjoy magnificent scenery at every turn. Explore by private, escorted sightseeing tours or at your own pace by rental car. Two full day tours, of the Cape Winelands and Cape Point (with its famous penguins), are included in your stay.

Days 4 & 5: Victoria Falls

Fly to the world-famous Victoria Falls (inclusive of the VIP airport assistance at Johannesburg's O.R. Tambo International Airport) and arrive by private luxury road transfer at your luxurious hotel, a short distance from the breathtaking tumbling waters. Explore the falls in a variety of unforgettable ways: a magical walking tour, a magnificent sundowner cruise and a spectacular helicopter flight excursion. Additional cultural and sporting activities are available.

Days 6 & 7: Chobe National Park

This morning, transfer by road and shared light aircraft to the Savute region of Chobe National Park, an area renowned for its high concentration of elephant herds. During your two night stay at the Savute Elephant Camp you will enjoy amazing sightings of big game, including lions, under the skilled direction of an expert guide. You will also have the luxury of sitting on the deck of your tent watching elephants drink from the intermittent river that started flowing once again this January after nearly 30 years. During your stay here, enjoy a private dinner on your tent deck.

Days 8 & 9: Moremi Game Reserve

After breakfast, continue by light aircraft to the tranquility of Khwai River Lodge for two nights. The impressions of Khwai will stay with you forever – driving through the bush among herds of elephants,
the sound of lions roaring in the distance or a family of baboons squabbling nearby. Unwind further with a luxurious massage at the Naturally Wild spa or in the privacy of your own tent deck.

Days 10 & 11: Okavango Delta

Continue on a short flight to the renowned Okavango Delta and Eagle Island Camp. Enjoy two nights here, among the prolific animal and bird life of the island and surrounding delta. Explore by mokoro traditional canoe (water levels permitting) and on foot, for an unforgettable safari experience. During your stay at Eagle Island, you will also be treated to a spectacular scenic helicopter flight over the Okavango Delta.

Day 12: Johannesburg

Depart Botswana in the afternoon after your last safari before taking an Air Botswana scheduled flight back to Johannesburg to connect with your international flight back home.
Package includes:
Scheduled flights as shown in the itinerary with Air Botswana, British Airways or South African Airways
Inter-camp light aircraft flights on a shared basis (Kasane - camps - Maun)
Orient-Express VIP airport assistance at O.R. Tambo and Cape Town International Airports
All private transfers and touring with your private Orient-Express guide in luxury air-conditioned vehicles; the July departure is guided by Gregg Hughes and the September departure is guided by Matt Cobham, both of whom have many years' experience introducing travellers to the inhabitants of the African bush and its unique ecosystem and landscapes
Three nights accommodation at the world-famous Mount Nelson Hotel, inclusive of welcome dinner in the acclaimed Cape Colony Restaurant and English breakfast daily
Full day Cape Winelands tour inclusive of gourmet lunch
Full day Cape Point tour inclusive of seafood lunch
Overnight accommodation in a suite at the Victoria Falls, inclusive of full English breakfast, tour of Victoria Falls, sundowner cruise and African boma dinner experience
Six nights accommodation at Orient-Express safari camps includes all meals, drinks (excluding premium brands & Champagne), game view activities, national park fees, laundry services and emergency evacuation insurance
The spectacular helicopter experience at Eagle Island Camp
A romantic private dining experience at one of the Orient-Express camps with our compliments and complimentary spa treatment at Khwai River Lodge
In-room breakfast service at the Mount Nelson Hotel as well as one African Goddess Librisa spa treatment per person
A pair of ZEISS binoculars (one per couple)

Package excludes:

All international and regional flights not mentioned
Passport and visa fees
Travel insurance
Excess baggage charges
Gratuities and communication costs

Rate:

July & September
US$ 13,860 per person sharing

Single supplement available on request.
Special Offer

Planning to stay in Botswana for four nights or longer? Receive two additional nights with our compliments and experience this majestic country in even greater depth.

This unique offer represents a saving of US$2,000 during the most spectacular safari season. It applies to all Journeys in Africa by Orient-Express and is valid year-round.



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