DAY 1

• CAPE TOWN

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• The Adventure Begins
• Upon arrival to Cape Town, you will be welcomed at the door of your aircraft by a local representative holding a sign with your name on it. Alongside your assistant, you will be directed through immigration, baggage collection and customs before being directed to your onward flight, airport hotel, or to your awaiting driver and vehicle.
• Enjoy a private transfer between your hotel and Cape Town airport.

DAY 2

• CAPE TOWN

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• Breathe the Mountain Air
• Boasting a booming culinary scene that perfectly showcases the many flavors of the ‘rainbow nation,’ Cape Town is without a doubt the de facto culinary capital of South Africa. Explore Cape Town through its dazzling variety of flavors on a private walking tour of the City Bowl. This morning, make your way to a pre-assigned starting point in downtown Cape Town, where your insider guide awaits for your day's delicious adventure. What follows is a culinary journey through the streets of Cape Town. Stop at a carefully picked selection of local restaurants and indulge in some of the city’s best bites and drinks. All the while, gain a better insight into the local culture, history and food trends from your knowledgeable guide. The tour follows a circular route and concludes back at the starting point, from where you may continue your exploration of the city or head back to your hotel.
• One of the oldest mountains on the planet, the majestic Table Mountain has proudly guarded the gates to Southern Africa for millions of years. Today, set out to visit this iconic Cape Town landmark, easily explored on your own. Make your way to the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway station where your journey to the summit begins. Step aboard one of the rotating cable cars; take in the views of the city bowl below and enjoy a closer look at the mountain’s weathered slopes. Once you’ve reached the top, a breathtaking panorama of the Mother City and the navy-blue waters of the Atlantic stretching as far as the eye can see immediately unfolds. You may choose to take advantage of one of the three easy walking trails allowing you to see various parts of the city and get up close to a variety of native flora and fauna. Take the short Dassie Walk for a chance to admire spectacular views of the north, west and south flanks of the mountain. A slightly longer Agama Walk showcases panoramic vistas of Cape Town and the Cape Peninsula. The Klipspringer Walk runs along the plateau edge and past the dramatic Platteklip Gorge, giving you the chance to soak in the beauty of the city and its surrounds in all of their glory. Alternatively, you may opt to take a free guided walk departing from the Twelve Apostles Terrace on the hour from 9 am to 3 pm.  Upon return to the visitor center area, enjoy a well-deserved drink or snack at the Table Mountain Café or perhaps browse the wide selection of souvenirs at the Shop At The Top before taking the cable car back to the bottom of the mountain.      
• The V&A Waterfront is surely one of the top attractions in Cape Town no matter your age, interests or group dynamic. To name a few highlights, the Two Oceans Aquarium is home to an incredible array of exotic, seemingly other-worldly creatures from the Indian and Atlantic Oceans. Behind the aquarium, a small colony of Cape fur seals are almost always found on the docks, ready and waiting to pose for your camera. Chavonnes Battery, Cape Town’s first fortification, is now a museum with artifacts from centuries past. At the heart of the waterfront lies the Clock Tower of Cape Town, and for those wanting to learn more about the harbor's history, a stop at the SA Maritime Museum is a must. For your shopping needs, a visit to the Victoria Wharf Shopping Center is the perfect stopover for designer items and authentic Cape souvenirs.

DAY 3

• CAPE TOWN

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• Lose Yourself in Nature
• After meeting your expert local guide in Cape Town, begin the day with a visit to one of the more popular leisure hubs for locals – the glorious beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay, where impressive white sand beaches hug the shoreline with the Twelve Apostles as a stunning backdrop. Learn about the fascinating history of this breathtaking land from your Capetonian guide as you begin the spectacular sea-side drive to the quaint village of Hout Bay. After a stop in the village, you will track along the extraordinary Chapman’s Peak Drive, known as one of the most picturesque roadways world-wide. With the flexibility to spend as little or as long as you would like in this region crammed with incredible panoramic lookouts, the benefits of having a private vehicle and guide truly come into play. Further along you will reach the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve where, at Cape Point, you will board a funicular or walk up the stairway that leads to the Cape Point Lighthouse; it is here that you will observe the meeting point of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans while enjoying fantastic views of False Bay. Departing from Cape Point, head northward to Simon’s Town to enjoy lunch (included). Although the city is host to a number of tasty dining options, consider indulging in fresh-caught fish & chips, the town’s specialty. After a refreshing lunch and a bit of time to learn about Simon’s Town, set off with your camera ready to visit Boulders Beach, a nearby nature preserve that is home to a colony of African penguins. Wrapping up your day’s adventure, tour the idyllic Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, a sprawling park brimming with rare and exotic plant-life that is surely one the finest examples of botany the world over, before being returned to your hotel.
• From street-side tapas to award winning cuisine, let our Destination Experts help you find the right dining option for your appetite. Some of our favorite spots include; Chef’s Warehouse, Bistro Sixteen82, The Foodbarn, Potluck Club, Plant, Shortmarket Club, Harbour House and Black Sheep Restaurant. To arrange reservations at any of these restaurants, speak to your Destination Expert. Please note: Reservations are subject to availability.

DAY 4

• CAPE TOWN TO STELLENBOSCH

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• A Dazzling Drive
• Enjoy a private transfer between Cape Town and Stellenboch by way of what is considered by many to be among the most scenic and picturesque routes in Africa. The drive begins as you depart the chic cityscape of Cape Town, winding through the heart of the Cape Winelands and onward around superb mountain ranges, vineyards and Cape Dutch-style homesteads. Along the popular N2 roadway you will drive to the heart of South Africa’s wine land, Stellenbosch. World renowned for its rich wine culture, beautifully rugged mountain backdrops and ever-changing, colorful vineyards, stroll through canal-lined avenues, shaded by ancient oak trees that surround the historic structures and buildings. Here you will enjoy a range of both award-winning and innovative wines before being delivered to your hotel. Please note: not all wine tastings are included, additional tastings will require payment on-site.

DAY 5

• STELLENBOSCH

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• A Bit of Time on Your Own
• Take advantage of your time at leisure and soak up the timeless soul of Stellenbosch as you stroll down its oak-lined avenues, explore its beautiful gardens and pop by its hip wine bars. Feel in awe of the diverse flora at the Stellenbosch University’s Botanical Gardens. If you feel munchy, head to the vibrant De Warenmarkt for a taste of high-quality specialty meats, baked goods, craft beer and more. Journey back in time to the days of the Dutch East India Company at Stellenbosch’s Village Museum. Walk along Dorp Street, South Africa’s oldest residential street, and feast your eyes on the array of historical buildings echoing the town’s colonial past. If you want to sample some of the town’s renowned wines, visit the boutique wine cellar at the sophisticated, yet relaxed Bartinney Wine & Champagne Bar. Stop by Die Braak, Stellenbosch’s green town square overlooked by a collection of eclectic old edifices. Art lovers may want to consider taking a short taxi ride to the Dylan Lewis Studio & Sculpture Garden, where dozens of impressive masterpieces have been scattered across a landscape of lush gardens framed by the imposing granite hills of the Cape.    
• One of the Cape Winelands’ foodie havens, Stellenbosch invites you on an epic culinary journey trough its array of fine dining venues nestled among the fertile hills of Western Cape. Indulge in bespoke, internationally influenced menus featuring delectable dishes made from organic local produce and superb wine lists to match. If you’re looking for excellent Asian fusion cuisine, all-time favorite steaks, walk-in cheese rooms, smoky country flavors or dining in the shade of age-old oak trees, Stellebosch is the place to be. Indochine at Delaire Graffe Estate, The Fat Butcher, Jordan Restaurant, Rust en Vrede and Terroir are some of the best choices in town. Speak to your Destination Expert to choose the best option for you and to make a reservation.  
• Please note that reservations are subject to availability.        

DAY 6

• STELLENBOSCH TO CAPE TOWN TO HOEDSPRUIT TO KRUGER

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• Hakuna Matata
• Enjoy your private transfer today between Stellenbosch and Cape Town. The approximate travel time is 2 hours.
• Board a flight in Cape Town with service to Hoedspruit. Approximate flight duration is two hours and 20 minutes.
• Start your safari with a private transfer from Hoedspruit to Garonga near Kruger. Approximate travel time is one hour and 30 minutes.
• Having had the chance to settle into your lodging - and to prepare for an adventure - meet with other guests of the camp to set out on your first authentic game drive. Sunrise and sunset are when animals are most active, and the Greater Kruger Area features some of the largest private game reserves in Africa, home to an incredible range of wildlife including the Big 5: the African elephant, lion, leopard, Cape buffalo and rhinoceros. Spanning across the provinces of Limpopo and Mpumalanga, the Greater Kruger Area covers a near unfathomable span of land upon which animals both large and small prowl, graze and roam free. Alongside an experienced ranger and tracker, you will explore fascinating and beautiful frontiers through the afternoon and until the sun sets, camera in hand, before returning to your lodge to prepare for a decidedly different adventure; a freshly prepared dinner that you won’t be soon to forget.

DAY 7

• KRUGER

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• Elusive Creatures
• Ahead of first light it’s time set out on an early morning game drive to discover the many animals that stalk through the bush during the early hours of the day. This is one of the best times time to view game, and it is made all the more spectacular as the rising sun dawns upon the unspoiled African bush; the world over, this place is known as the Land of the Rising Sun. Prepare to spot resident predators enjoying the spoils of their hunt the night before and a dizzying range of smaller mammals and bird life. After a few hours of exploration, photography and education, you will return to the lodge for a mouth-watering, well-earned, fresh-made breakfast.
• Continue your day after lunch with an exciting afternoon game drive. Perhaps the day will include massive, lumbering hippos emerging from the water to snack on nearby grasses, or predators beginning their nightly hunt as grazing antelope roam the plains. Out on the open reserves, trace across new lands as you gain a deeper and more intimate understanding of the South African bushveld before returning to the lodge for another fantastic dinner.

DAY 8

• KRUGER

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• Safari Sightings
• Before the blistering sun takes its place high in the African sky make use of the opportunity to discover even more wild game. First thing in the morning, depart to discover the animals of the Greater Kruger Area, home to herds of trumpeting elephants that gently wander through the savannah; will today be the day you see them first-hand? As in the day before, you will be returned to your lodge after a few hours of game viewing to enjoy a complete and hearty breakfast.
• Garonga is one of the few properties to offer a sleep-out experience. After safari head into the bush to sleep under the stars. Set on a beautiful raised deck with striking views overlooking the veldt, enjoy a mouth-watering picnic hamper with cold or hot drinks and watch as the sun sets over the bush. Fall asleep as the stars come to life, protected from pests by way of a durable, transparent netting that surrounds your queen-size bed. Should you want for anything during the sleep out, simply radio staff with your requests. As the sun rises, prepare for the day with the utilization of a nearby wash basin and toilet. You will be picked up in the morning and enjoy a bit of a game drive on your way back to main camp. There is nothing like sleeping in the African savanna. A truly magical experience!  
• Please note that this activity is subject to availability and that it must be booked in advance. Please let your Destination Expert know if you wish to enjoy an evening sleep out at Garonga.

DAY 9

• KRUGER TO HOEDSPRUIT TO JOHANNESBURG
• Until Next Time…
• Transfer from your lodge in Garona to Hoedspruit Airport with a private driver and vehicle. Approximate travel time is one hour and 30 minutes.
• Board a flight in Hoedspruit with service to Johannesburg. Approximate flight duration is one hour.

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Commodore Hotel

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Garonga Safari Camp