Independent South African Sojourn


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Welcome to South Africa! Your hotel is available for mid-afternoon check-in.
•Start your private guided sightseeing with a cable-car ride up Table Mountain for stunning views over the “Mother City.” •Nature calls during a your visit to Boulders Beach where a colony of endangered African Penguins greet you with their unique sound. •At Cape ...
•Enjoy a full day at your leisure.
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Today’s I-Time Tips Enjoy a full day at leisure for your own discoveries. Perhaps explore the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, take an excursion to the stunning Cape Winelands for wine tasting, or go whale watching in nearby Hermanus (June-November).
•Fly to the Greater Kruger National Park area and transfer to your lodge in a private game reserve, home to an abundance of wildlife including the famed “Big 5”—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and Cape buffalo. •Set out on your first game drive this afternoon in an open-air, 4-wheel-drive safari vehicle.
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•Learn about this special ecosystem from the professional Ranger as you view wildlife up close on morning and afternoon game drives. Beyond the “Big 5,” you’ll have the chance to see kudu, giraffe, hippo, cheetah, spotted hyena, bushbaby, and more!
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•Embark on your morning game drive before returning to your lodge for breakfast. Your afternoon game drive concludes with a sundowner drink as the sun sets over the bushveld!
(Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner) Today’s I-Time Tips Take advantage of the lodge pool, relax with a book, or enjoy a drink at the bar.
•Enjoy one last game drive this morning before flying to Johannesburg.
(Breakfast) Today’s I-Time Tips Settle in to your hotel or explore Mandela Square with it’s shops and restaurants.
•Today’s private guided sightseeing tour starts with a visit to the Apartheid Museum to learn of the history of South Africa before delving into the apartheid years. •In Soweto (South Western Township), the largest township in the country, visit Mandela House and se...
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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Southern Sun The Cullinan
Southern Sun The Cullinan offers travelers easy access to all that Cape Town has to offer including the popular Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Complementing the rich, cultural heritage of Cape Town through timeless architecture, the opulent décor creates a mood that is a world away from home, while service and attention to detail ensure your every need is taken care of.
Cape Town
South Africa
1 Cullinan Street
Makalali River Lodge
The lodge consists of three separate camps all withing easy access of one another. Each Thatched Suite has a raised timber viewing deck to offer spectacular views over the Makhutswi River from which to observe the bird life and game. The lodge also features a plunge pool, indoor and outdoor dining, and a spacious lounge.
Kruger National Park Area
South Africa
Makalali Private Game Reserve
Sandton Sun
Built in 1984, the hotel is every inch a grand property, offering guests the ultimate "red carpet experience". This is punctuated by staff who strive to provide superb VIP treatment for all who pass through the doors. Situated in Sandton, the heart of Johannesburg's new Central Business District, guests are perfectly located within easy reach of the city's finest entertainment and leisure amenities.
Johannesburg
South Africa
Corner Fifth and Alice Streets
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