Join us for a wonderful trip across southern Africa on our African adventure hosted holiday. This 23-day small group tour has so much diversity, from the beautiful city of Cape Town to some of Africa’s best game viewing in Chobe and Etosha National Parks. There is remote desert scenery in Namibia, a fly in safari camp in the Moremi game reserve and of course the world-famous Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. We travel in air conditioned comfort in our own private coach across Namibia and Botswana, staying in a range of superior accommodation, from city hotels to safari camps to remote lodges, and always with private en-suite facilities.

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TOUR INCLUSIONS

• Return economy class airfares from Brisbane to Cape Town and Johannesburg to Brisbane
• All internal flights as per the itinerary
• 20 nights Hotel/Lodge/Safari Camp accommodation with private bathrooms
• Local English-speaking guide throughout the tour
• Specialist local safari guides on game drives/cruises
• Sightseeing as specified in the itinerary
• Flight of the Angels helicopter tour at Victoria Falls
• All conservation and national park entrance fees
• Gratuities, tips & Porterage
• Hosted by an experienced Travel Associates Travel Adviser
• Meals included as per itinerary

Group size: Minimum 15, Maximum 25

DAY 1 - 2ND JUNE- BRISBANE TO CAPE TOWN

Our Hosted Holiday begins today as we fly to South Africa. Tonight, is spent on the plane as we travel to our first destination, Cape Town.

DAY 2 - 3RD JUNE- CAPE TOWN
Welcome to South Africa! On arrival in Cape Town airport, we will meet our local tour guide. Together we will be transferred by coach to the Commodore Hotel, our home for the next four nights. The Commodore Hotel is in the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront area of the city. The hotel has an extensive array of facilities and a fantastic location close to the vibrant waterfront. After our long flight, enjoy some rest and relaxation at the hotel before meeting in the lobby for a short walk along the waterfront to our restaurant for our group welcome dinner this evening.

Meals: D

Accommodation: The Commodore Hotel

DAY 3 - 4TH JUNE - CAPE TOWN
This morning we explore Cape Town itself with our city tour, including the return cable car to the spectacular summit of Table Mountain. Enjoy the views across the bay and city itself from this iconic viewpoint. We also explore the coastal suburbs of Clifton and Sea Point. The rest of the day is free to explore the V & A waterfront and surrounding area or take an optional tour to Robben Island.

Meals: B

Accommodation: The Commodore Hotel

DAY 4 - 5TH JUNE - CAPE TOWN
Today we spend a full day exploring the stunning Cape Peninsula. From Cape Town we drive through the coastal suburbs of Clifton and Sea Point to Camps Bay, where there is a beautiful viewpoint over the Twelve Apostles. We then follow the coast down to the Cape of Good Hope via the stunning scenery of Chapmans Peak. At the Cape, we take the funicular up to the lower lighthouse to enjoy the views and allow time to enjoy one of the many short walking trails. Our scenic drive back to the Cape Town this afternoon goes via Boulders Beach to allow a visit to the Fairy Penguin colony. Explore the wooden walkways that offer great viewing of the Penguins in their natural habitat.

Meals: B + L

Accommodation: The Commodore Hotel

DAY 5 - 6TH JUNE - CAPE TOWN
After breakfast, we take a short drive today to the famous Cape Winelands region, encompassing Paarl, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch. Known for its beautiful scenery and diverse selection of wines, we enjoy a Vineyard tour and tastings at two local wineries. First, we stop at Franschhoek's La Petite Ferme for a vine orientation and vineyard tour, followed by lunch and additional tastings overlooking the beautiful vineyards of the region. Then on the way home we will visit Muratie Wine farm for their chocolate and wine tasting.

Meals: B + L

Accommodation: The Commodore Hotel

DAY 6 - 7TH JUNE - SWAKOPMUND
This morning, we explore more of the downtown city area, visiting the Castle and Grand parade and learning some of the history of the city. Then it is time to farewell Cape Town as we fly this afternoon to Walvis Bay in Namibia. After a short drive we reach our home for the next 3 nights, Swakopmund. This German Colonial town has old-world charm and sits in an impressive location right at the edge of the Namib Desert. You will have plenty of free time over the next three days to explore this region and you may wish to join one of the optional activities. We do highly recommend pre-booking to avoid disappointment on arrival. This evening, we enjoy a group dinner in town.

Meals: B + D

Accommodation: Hansa Hotel

DAY 7 - 8TH JUNE - SWAKOPMUND
This morning, we head to Walvis Bay for our cruise on the Atlantic Ocean. Our cruise starts from the Waterfront in Walvis Bay and will take us to see a shipwreck a lighthouse, and the oyster farms. We cruise to the ever-growing Pelican Point, where a large seal colony of Cape Fur Seals have established themselves.  The wildlife here is extremely friendly and you will experience the thrill of the seals and pelicans who will join you on the boat. Moving around Pelican Point, you will be highly exhilarated to see dolphins riding the bow of your boat.  Afterwards, just relax on the boat and enjoy a complimentary glass of sparkling wine with fresh oysters and snacks.  We will return to Walvis Bay and transfer back to Swakopmund around lunchtime. The rest of the day is your free time. We highly recommend the quad biking through the desert dunes as a wonderful optional activity.

Meals: B

Accommodation: Hansa Hotel

DAY 8 - 9TH JUNE - SWAKOPMUND
Today is a free day for you to choose from the wide range of optional activities on offer.  Maybe explore the open-air markets, head to the National Marine Aquarium, visit the local museum or head out on a desert tour to see the flora and fauna.  There are numerous scenic flight options from Swakopmund over the wild and rugged coastline or down to the stunning sand dunes at Sossusvlei. For the more adventurous head out on a guided quad biking tour through the stunning desert landscapes.  For the golf enthusiast, Swakopmund has a full grass 18-hole course and the chance to play a round with some of the local wildlife that inhabit the area.  For those who have pre-booked optional Sossusvlei by Air Day trip, you will have an early start and a long day, but the scenery is spectacular and the experience one ou wil treasure for a long time to come.   

Meals: B

Accommodation: Hansa Hotel

DAY 9 - 10TH JUNE - ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
Today we bid farewell to the cooler coastal climates and head inland towards Etosha National Park. Although a long travel day, you can relax and enjoy the changing scenery as we head into the dry and dusty interior of Namibia. Keep your eyes out for wildlife even before we get to Etosha National Park. Tonight, we are staying at the Namibian Wildlife Resorts Okaukuejo Rest Camp, within Etosha National Park. Watching the procession of game at the resort's floodlit waterhole is a truly memorable start to the safari part of our tour.

Meals: B + L

Accommodation: NWR Okaukuejo Resort

DAY 10 - 11TH JUNE - ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
Today we venture out to explore the Western part of Etosha National Park, Namibia’s foremost wildlife sanctuary. This morning, we drive from Okaukeujo to Halali. On the way we explore the local salt pans and waterholes in search of the famous African wildlife. Being the dry season, the vegetation is sparse and water scarce, which maximizes the variety of game coming to drink at the permanent waterholes in the park. The middle of the day allows plenty of time for rest and relaxation at the Halali rest camp before we continue across the park on an open vehicle game drive to Namutoni. This evening enjoy a group dinner at the beautiful Mokuti Lodge.  

Meals: B + D

Accommodation: Mokuti Etosha Lodge

DAY 11 - 12TH JUNE - ETOSHA NATIONAL PARK
This morning, we head back into Etosha, to explore the Eastern part of the park on our open vehicle game drives. The park is home to four of the big five (Elephant, Rhino, Leopard, and Lion) as well as giraffe, wildebeest, zebra, springbok, kudu, gemsbok, and eland.

Our drive will take us in search of wildlife as we explore the salt pans and waterholes that Etosha is famous for. We will be back at our lodge for lunch and a free afternoon for you to relax and enjoy your luxurious surroundings. 

Meals: B + D

Accommodation: Mokuti Etosha Lodge

DAY 12 - 13TH JUNE - CAPRIVI STRIP
Today we bid farewell to Etosha National Park as we make our way to the north-eastern corner of Namibia.  We leave behind the dry and dusty desert as we travel to our new destination, Popa Falls.  The falls are on the banks of the Okavango River.  A packed lunch will be included for our drive today, and we will arrive at Divava Lodge for sunset drinks and dinner.

Meals: B + L + D

Accommodation: Divava Lodge

DAY 13 - 14TH JUNE - CAPRIVI STRIP
This morning is an early start, as we venture out on an open vehicle game drive into Mahango Game Park.  Although one of Namibia’s smaller game parks, it is populated with a large variety of species.  This afternoon we take a cruise along the tranquil waters of the Okavango River to search for some of the area's rich birdlife as well as enjoy another stunning African sunset on the water. 

Meals: B + D

Accommodation: Divava Lodge

DAY 14 - 15TH JUNE - MAUN
We bid farewell to Popa Falls this morning and head south towards Maun, the southern gateway to the Okavango Delta.  Unlike other deltas, it flows into the Kalahari Desert without reaching the coast, which makes it unique.  A packed lunch will be included for your trip today as we travel through the remote countryside of Western Botswana. 

Meals: B + L + D

Accommodation: Cresta Hotel Maun

DAY 15 - 16TH JUNE - MOREMI GAME RESERVE
Today we enjoy a unique experience as we embark on a short scenic flight over the Delta to our camp in the Moremi Game Reserve. Located near Chief’s Island’s Southernmost point, Moremi Crossing is on a small palm fringed and treed island called Ntsiwi, surrounded by the Moremi’s game-rich seasonal floodplains. Our home for the next two days is surrounded by nature and offers a range of included activities.  Time slows down at Moremi Crossing, as here guests have the chance to experience the Okavango Delta and its game from a slower and closer perspective. Wildlife activities range from walking tours on foot to gliding silently by Mokoro through the Delta’s waterways whilst in search of game. 

Meals: B + L + D

Accommodation: Moremi Crossing Safari Lodge

DAY 16 - 17TH JUNE - MOREMI GAME RESEARVE
Today enjoy a range of activities offered by the camp and their expert local guides. Enjoy a trip through the waterways in a mokoro to marvel at the diverse birdlife, take a guided game walk on Chief’s Island and enjoy a sunset game viewing cruise. Relax and enjoy this stunning natural paradise, free from Wi-Fi and cellphone reception. Activities on offer are half or full day mokoro trips with game walks, bush walks with picnic lunch, wilderness camping and sunset motorboat cruises. There are boat cruises up and down the Boro River, or you can take advantage of the camp's relaxed atmosphere and facilities. Moremi Crossing combines simplicity with luxury and is a perfect place to unwind and enjoy nature at its best. Moremi Crossing being a water-based camp offers a wide variety of animal and bird species, our walks on Chief’s Island give you the opportunity to get a better view of not just the big animals but the smaller insects and birds that contribute to the Okavango’s vast ecosystem. Game which has been spotted on walks: Lion, Leopard, Wild dog, Elephant, Giraffe, Zebra, Buffalo, Red Lechwe and many more. On the mokoros you will see the water birds like African Jacanas, African Fish Eagles and if you look carefully, you will see the Malakite Kingfishers darting between the reeds, there is also a chance that your guide will find the rare Pel’s Fishing Owl. 

Meals: B + L + D

Accommodation: Moremi Crossing Safari Lodge

DAY 17 - 18TH JUNE - CHOBE NATIONAL PARK
This morning we say farewell to the Moremi Game reserve. Enjoy a 90-minute scenic flight over the northern regions of the Okavango Delta en-route to Kasane, the gateway to Chobe National Park. After checking in we will enjoy an afternoon game cruise along the Chobe River. Chobe is famous for its large herds of Elephant and Cape Buffalo, which converge along the riverbanks in the dry season, as well as another stunning African sunset on the water.

Meals: B + D

Accommodation: Chobe Safari Lodge

DAY 18 - 19TH JUNE - CHOBE NATIONAL PARK
This morning we will head into Chobe National Park on a morning game drive. Spend the next few hours searching around the hills and waterholes for elephants, lions, hippos, and giraffes. On return to the lodge, you can relax and enjoy the facilities during the heat of the day. This afternoon, enjoy another game cruise along the river and another spectacular African Sunset from the Chobe River.

Meals: B + D

Accommodation: Chobe Safari Lodge

DAY 19 - 20TH JUNE - VICTORIA FALLS
Today we say farewell to beautiful Botswana as we cross the border into Zimbabwe. We travel to Victoria Falls National Park for a guided tour of this magnificent place. Walk the extensive track network and enjoy the numerous viewing platforms of the falls. This afternoon we cruise on the upper Zambezi River, enjoying drinks and canapes and another beautiful sunset.

Meals: B

Accommodation: Illala Lodge

DAY 20 - 21ST JUNE - VICTORIA FALLS
This morning is undoubtedly one of the trip highlights with the included “Flight of the Angels” - an unforgettable helicopter tour over the magnificent falls. After some free time in the middle of the day, we will freshen up and feast on traditional African cuisine at “The Boma – Place of Eating.” Traditional African music & dance accompany this truly unique experience.

Meals: B + D

Accommodation: Illala Lodge

DAY 21 - 22ND JUNE - JOHANNESBURG
We bid farewell to our tour leader this morning as we take a flight from Victoria Falls to Johannesburg to begin our journey home. This evening is spent at the luxury airport hotel. We enjoy a group farewell dinner and a chance to look back on the magical shared experiences of the last three weeks.

Meals: B + D

Accommodation: Intercontinental Johannesburg Airport

DAY 22 - 23RD JUNE - JOHANNESBURG TO AUSTRALIA
Our adventures in Africa come to an end today as we transfer to the airport for our flights back to Australia. This evening is spent in the air en-route back to Brisbane.

Meals: B

DAY 23 - 24TH JUNE - BRISBANE
Today your Hosted Holiday ends. On arrival in Brisbane, it is time to say goodbye to your newfound friends and tour host as you head for home