SPECTACULAR SOUTH AFRICA
CULTURE & NATURE IN HARMONY
September 17-30, 2020
14 Days • 24 Meals (12 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches & 7 Dinners)
with Optional 3-Night Dubai Pre Tour Extension
with Optional 3-Night Victoria Falls Post Tour Extension
Join Linda Fisher from Maritime Travel Surrey, on this exciting adventure to South Africa!
Experience a harmony of intriguing cultures,
stunning wildlife, lush winelands, and elaborate
history. Seek out the “Big Five” on two open-air
safari game drives. Relax during a leisurely stay in
the breathtaking city of Cape Town. A land on the
edge of the world, South Africa awaits.
HIGHLIGHTS: Johannesburg • Soweto • Panoramic Route • Kruger National Park • Safari Game Drives • Garden Route • Knysna • Featherbed Nature Reserve • Stellenbosch • Wine Tasting & Dinner • Cape Town • Table Mountain
MUST-SEE INCLUSIONS:
• Search for the “Big 5” on two open-air safari game drives!
• Marvel at the breathtaking Drakensberg Mountains.
• Behold the luxurious mansions of Soweto — South West Township.
• Tour to the Cape Peninsula including a visit to Boulders Beach to see the Penguins.
CULINARY INCLUSIONS:
• Join locals for lunch at a nearby Shebeen, or house tavern.
• Experience an unforgettable African “Boma” dinner.
• Enjoy lunch amongst the ancient milkwood trees in Knysna.
CULTURAL EXPERIENCES:
• Experience a thrilling cable car ride rising more than 3,000 feet.
• Learn the local beat with a lesson on the djembe drums.
• Taste incredible wines that Stellenbosch is acclaimed for.
$6199 CAD per person
A SAVINGS OF $100 PER PERSON!
Includes airfare from Vancouver!
CALL TODAY FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Price quoted is per person, based on double occupancy, and includes round trip airfare from Vancouver International Airport, air taxes and fees/surcharges, and hotel transfers. A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is due at time of booking. Full payment due by July 10, 2020. A valid passport is required. Travel insurance is highly recommended. Subject to availability at time of booking. Air rate is subject to increase unless paid in full. Tour rate is based on a minimum of 10 passengers and Escort from Vancouver is based on a minimum of 16 passengers. BCCP # 51189
Spectacular South Africa Itinerary • September 17-30, 2020
Day 1: Overnight Flight
One country with a world of treasures, South Africa awaits your arrival.
Breathtaking mountain scenery, winding coastlines, remarkable cultural
diversity and abundant wildlife in its natural habitat comprise this
incredible experience.
Day 2: Sandton, South Africa - Tour Begins
Your journey begins in Sandton, a city established in 1969. Famous for
its rich veins of gold and other valuable minerals, it is now the bustling
cosmopolitan center of greater Johannesburg.
Hotel: Da Vinci Hotel And Suites
Day 3: Sandton - Soweto - Sandton
Today, have some time to ponder history at Liliesleaf, the former center
of the liberation movement and the site of the police raid that led to
Nelson Mandela’s lifetime prison sentence. Following this, a guided tour
of Soweto – South West Township – showcases luxurious mansions and
informal settlements as you learn about the historical significance of the
area. Experience the regional lifestyle when joining locals for lunch at a
nearby Shebeen, or house tavern. This afternoon, visit the Apartheid
Museum commemorating the rise and fall of apartheid in South Africa.
Gather this evening with your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Hotel: Da Vinci Hotel and Suites
Day 4: Sandton - Panoramic Route - Kruger National Park
Travel through the spectacular Northern Drakensberg Mountain Range
en route to Kruger National Park, the largest game reserve in South
Africa. Scenic wonders surround you as you pass through the Blyde
River Canyon, made mostly of red sandstone, and known as one of
Africa's greatest natural wonders. Along this magnificent route, stop at
God's Window and stand at what seems like the edge of creation. On
clear days, you can see as far as Mozambique. This evening, enjoy a
traditional Boma dinner where you may sample some local game meat!
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Hotel: Casa Do Sol Hotel & Resort
Day 5: Kruger National Park - Safari Game Drive
Have your camera ready for an unforgettable day of adventure and
excitement! Enjoy a full day open-air-vehicle safari game drive. A local
expert leads you in search of the "Big 5" – elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard
and rhino – and provides insight into these fascinating animals along the
way. Watch carefully – you may also see a graceful impala, dazzling
zebra or gorgeous giraffe. Relax with a picnic lunch surrounded by
giraffes in the natural beauty of Kruger National Park.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Hotel: Casa Do Sol Hotel & Resort
Day 6: Kruger National Park - Safari Game Drive
Embrace the rare opportunity to head back into the wild on another safari
game drive in Kruger National Park. Enjoy this second attempt to see
any elusive animals you may have missed yesterday or get another look
at your favorites.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Hotel: Casa Do Sol Hotel & Resort
Day 7: Kruger National Park - Johannesburg - George - Knysna
Travel back to Johannesburg to board your flight to George. Upon
arrival, travel to the picturesque resort town of Knysna in the heart of the
Garden Route. Located on the coast, Knysna is your gateway to the
natural beauty of South Africa.
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: The Rex Hotel
Day 8: Knysna
This morning’s township tour will highlight the diversity of this
community, followed by a touching experience as you visit a school.*
Learn about the efforts of the Collette Foundation and the local
community to conquer the challenges of educating the children of the
region. Visit the nearby Featherbed Nature Reserve, looking out over the
Indian Ocean. Begin with a lagoon cruise out to the famous Knysna
Heads, which mark the entrance to the lagoon. Next, board a 4x4 vehicle
and travel deep into the forest. Discover the local flora and fauna during
a leisurely-paced nature walk. Enjoy lunch amongst the ancient
milkwood trees – so called because of their white latex sap – before your
return cruise. This afternoon, it's your choice! Visit Plettenberg Bay, a
tranquil and charming town originally known as Bahia Formosa
(Beautiful Bay) and witness views of beaches, dramatic rock formations
and lagoons -OR- enjoy your afternoon at leisure in Knysna with time to
independently explore the charming waterfront.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Hotel: The Rex Hotel
Day 9: Knysna - Stellenbosch
Say goodbye to Knysna as you begin your journey to Stellenbosch. Get
a taste of the culture when you join your fellow travelers for dinner and a
wine tasting.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Hotel: De Zalze Lodge
Day 10: Stellenbosch - Franschhoek - Stellenbosch
Start your day with a walking tour of Stellenbosch, a university town
known for its vineyards and mountainous nature reserves. Get a chance
to taste some wine before continuing on to nearby Franschhoek.
Experience the town’s renowned wine culture with a cellar tour and
tasting followed by lunch before returning to Stellenbosch. With the
remainder of your day at leisure, discover the town on your own. Maybe
you’ll taste some more of the legendary wine, wander along the oaklined
avenues, or explore the surrounding nature.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Hotel: De Zalze Lodge
Day 11: Stellenbosch - Cape Town
Travel to the beautiful harborside city of Cape Town, the oldest city in
South Africa. Settle in for your 3-night stay in the “Mother City,” nestled
in the valley between towering mountains and the glistening sea.
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: Commodore Hotel
Day 12: Cape Town
See the highlights of the city on a panoramic tour. Take in the celebrated
architecture that fuses the traditions of the French, German and Dutch.
Enjoy a thrilling ride on a cable car that whisks you to an altitude of more
than 3,000 feet, landing atop the aptly named – and flat-topped – Table
Mountain.** The views of Cape Town, Robben Island and Lion’s Head
will leave you breathless. Return to the city via Table Bay, passing
through the Malay Quarter with its mosques and minarets. Make a
special stop at the massive Milnerton Lighthouse.
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: Commodore Hotel
Day 13: Cape Town
Explore the coastal scenery and charming towns that populate the Cape
Peninsula. Travel out to Cape Point, stopping for a visit with the penguins
at Boulders Beach. This evening, experience a unique farewell to Africa
as you enjoy a lesson on the djembe drums before a communal African
dining experience with dishes from all over the continent!
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Hotel: Commodore Hotel
Day 14: Cape Town - Tour Ends
Your tour ends today in Cape Town.
Meals: Breakfast
For more information contact:
Maritime Travel - Sullivan Square Centre
110-15375 No.10 Highway - Surrey
surrey@maritimetravel.ca
604-575-5044