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Wildlife & the Falls
Tour Description:
Check off the “Big Five” from your bucket list while exploring South Africa’s Greater Kruger National Park, considered one of the world’s premier safari regions. Begin this exhilarating journey with a one-night stay in Johannesburg, a city undergoing a renaissance revival, before flying to Kasane, Botswana for your four-night wildlife adventure on the Zambezi Queen. Get up close to the animals in their natural habitat by water and land in Chobe National Park, and then be swept up in the sheer beauty and power of the incomparable Victoria Falls for two nights. Return to Johannesburg for two nights, giving you time to soak up its rich heritage and follow in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela. Your journey culminates with three nights at a five-star lodge in Greater Kruger National Park. Experience the thrill of twice-daily game drives with highly qualified guides selected for their knowledge and passion.
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Dates & Pricing
| Sunday 17 May 26 — Friday 29 May 26 | Starting at $16,945 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 31 May 26 — Friday 12 Jun 26 | Starting at $17,445 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 28 Jun 26 — Friday 10 Jul 26 | Starting at $17,845 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 05 Jul 26 — Friday 17 Jul 26 | Starting at $17,845 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 26 Jul 26 — Friday 07 Aug 26 | Starting at $17,845 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 30 Aug 26 — Friday 11 Sep 26 | Starting at $18,145 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 13 Sep 26 — Friday 25 Sep 26 | Starting at $18,145 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 27 Sep 26 — Friday 09 Oct 26 | Starting at $17,945 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 15 Nov 26 — Friday 27 Nov 26 | Starting at $16,445 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 28 Feb 27 — Friday 12 Mar 27 | Starting at $16,475 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 07 Mar 27 — Friday 19 Mar 27 | Starting at $16,775 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 14 Mar 27 — Friday 26 Mar 27 | Starting at $17,775 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 21 Mar 27 — Friday 02 Apr 27 | Starting at $17,075 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 28 Mar 27 — Friday 09 Apr 27 | Starting at $17,075 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 04 Apr 27 — Friday 16 Apr 27 | Starting at $17,075 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 11 Apr 27 — Friday 23 Apr 27 | Starting at $18,675 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 16 May 27 — Friday 28 May 27 | Starting at $19,075 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 13 Jun 27 — Friday 25 Jun 27 | Starting at $18,075 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 20 Jun 27 — Friday 02 Jul 27 | Starting at $19,875 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 25 Jul 27 — Friday 06 Aug 27 | Starting at $18,875 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 08 Aug 27 — Friday 20 Aug 27 | Starting at $20,175 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 12 Sep 27 — Friday 24 Sep 27 | Starting at $19,775 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 26 Sep 27 — Friday 08 Oct 27 | Starting at $19,575 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 03 Oct 27 — Friday 15 Oct 27 | Starting at $17,675 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 10 Oct 27 — Friday 22 Oct 27 | Starting at $17,475 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 31 Oct 27 — Friday 12 Nov 27 | Starting at $17,275 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 07 Nov 27 — Friday 19 Nov 27 | Starting at $16,975 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 14 Nov 27 — Friday 26 Nov 27 | Starting at $16,775 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 21 Nov 27 — Friday 03 Dec 27 | Starting at $16,575 | Get a Quote |
Destination & Sightseeing
ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1
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.
Day 2
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.
Day 2
ZAMBEZI QUEEN – EMBARKATION. Embark the Zambezi Queen in Kasane. Late this afternoon, enjoy a sunset cruise down the Chobe River before a Welcome Cocktail and Dinner on board the ship.
Day 3
ZAMBEZI QUEEN. Embark on an exhilarating morning boat safari exploring the Chobe River’s diverse game. Afterwards, return to the Zambezi Queen for lunch. Later in the day, enjoy another thrilling boat safari.
Day 4
ZAMBEZI QUEEN. Join a full-day safari of Chobe National Park in open-top 4x4 vehicles. Be on the lookout for elephants, giraffes, zebras, sables, warthogs and cape buffalo. For lunch, take a seat under the trees and savor a delicious picnic.
Day 5
ZAMBEZI QUEEN. Start the day off with an unforgettable visit to a typical African village to experience the local culture. Spend time with the village children as well as its elders. After lunch on board, you can go on a boat safari, bird watch or fish. Enjoy a festive African- themed dinner hosted by your crew—complete with music and dancing.
Day 6
ZAMBEZI QUEEN – DISEMBARKATION. Disembark your cruise in Kasane.
Day 6
ZAMBEZI QUEEN – DISEMBARKATION – VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE. Enjoy a morning cruise during breakfast and be on the lookout for wildlife. Afterward, transfer to the legendary Victoria Falls, one of the world’s greatest natural wonders. Spend the afternoon exploring the town or experience one of the many activities offered at your hotel. Later this afternoon, join a cocktail reception with appetizers aboard a vintage steam train and make your way to the Victoria Falls Bridge to watch the sunset over the Falls.
Day 7
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.
Day 8
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.
Day 9
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.
Day 10
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.
Day 11
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.
Day 12
KRUGER NATIONAL PARK AREA. Go on two exhilarating game drives today, as well as enjoy ample leisure time at your game lodge.
Day 13
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.
