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The Heart of Africa

Itinerary

Day 1: Johannesburg

On arrival, transfer to The Westcliff hotel in Johannesburg for one night
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Days 2 & 3: Moremi Wildlife Reserve

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your scheduled flight to Maun. Continue by light aircraft to the tranquillity of Khwai River Lodge in Botswana for two unforgettable nights.

The magic of the Moremi Wildlife Reserve 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. As you relax at the end of the day, treat yourself to a luxurious massage at the spa or in the privacy of your own tent deck.

Days 4 & 5: Okavango Delta

After starting the day out in the bush, transfer by light aircraft to Eagle Island Camp iin the Okavango Delta, Botswana. Enjoy the opportunity to explore the surrounding areas either on foot, by mokoro (dugout canoe), by motorboat (subject to water levels), or for the ultimate thrill a helicopter safari with exceptional game viewing and photo opportunities. Private game viewing (vehicles and guides can be arranged at all camps) subject to availability.

Days 6 & 7: Chobe National Park

Start the day out in the delta, then fly to Savute Elephant Camp. in Chobe National Park, where big game drink at the river right in front of the camp. Four-wheel drive vehicles will take you to herds of impala, giraffe, zebra, and get you as close as possible to the big cats and elephants that reign supreme in this amazing part of Africa.

Days 8 to 10: Cape Town

In the afternoon, transfer to Maun for the connecting flight to Cape Town, via Johannesburg. Enjoy three nights and four full days in Cape Town, enjoying the beauty of the winelands, Table Mountain and Cape Point, the most south-westerly tip of Africa.

Day 11: Departure

Transfer to the airport in the afternoon for your departure flight

Package includes:
Scheduled flights as shown in the itinerary with Air Botswana, British Airways and South African Airways
Scheduled inter camp light aircraft flights on a shared basis with our compliments (Maun - camps - Kasane)
Orient-Express VIP airport assistance at O.R. Tambo and Cape Town International Airports
Overnight accommodation in a luxury room at The Westcliff, inclusive of full English breakfast and welcome dinner in the La Belle Terasse restaurant
All private transfers and touring with Orient-Express guide/driver in luxury air-conditioned vehicle
Six nights accommodation at Orient-Express camps including all meals, drinks (excluding Champagne), game viewing activities, national park fees, laundry services and emergency evacuation insurance
A 45 minute helicopter experience at Eagle Island Camp
A romantic dining experience at one of the Orient-Express camps with our compliments
Three nights accommodation at the legendary Mount Nelson Hotel, inclusive of full English breakfast daily and welcome dinner at the Cape Colony Restaurant
In-room breakfast service at the Mount Nelson Hotel
African Goddess Librisa Spa treatment per person at the Mount Nelson Hotel
A bottle of Champagne on arrival at The Westcliff and Mount Nelson Hotel
Half day Cape Town city tour including Table Mountain
Full day winelands tour inclusive of gourmet lunch
Full day Cape Point tour inclusive of seafood lunch

Package excludes:
All international flights and regional flights not mentioned
Passport and visa fees
Travel insurance
Excess baggage charges
Champagne (all other drinks are included)
Gratuities and communication costs
Surcharge for private vehicle
Surcharge for suite at Khwai River Lodge and/or Eagle Island Camp

Rate:

01 April - 30 May
US$ 8,310 per person sharing

01 June - 16 July
US$ 11,460 per person sharing

17 July - 31 October
US$ 10,410 per person sharing

01 November - 31 March (excluding Festive Season)
US$ 7,690 per person sharing

Single supplement available on request.