Silversea Cruises ~ Six-Star ~ Ultra-Luxury
10-Day, South African Cruise and Safari
January 5 to 15, 2013
Only 296 Passengers
"SILVER WIND"
Capetown, South Africa
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Maputo, Mozambique
Richards Bay, South Africa
Durban, South Africa
East London, South Africa
Capetown, South Africa
INCLUDED: Complimentary air from San Francisco, premium spirits, wines and champagne, (round-the-clock), gratuities and shipboard credit, port charges and taxes ~ ARE All INCLUDED.
Gourmet menus by Relais & Chateaux
Jan. 05, 2013 Capetown, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 11:00PM
Jan. 06, 2013 At Sea
Jan. 07, 2013 Port Elizabeth, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~8:00AM ~ 6:00PM
Jan. 08, 2013 At Sea
Jan. 09, 2013 Maputo, Mozambique ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 2:00PM ~ 7:00PM
Jan. 10, 2013 Richards Bay, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~10:00AM
Jan. 11, 2013 Richards Bay, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~11:00PM
Jan. 12, 2013 Durban, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~8:00AM ~ 6:00PM
Jan. 13, 2013 East London, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~ 12:00PM ~ 6:00PM
Jan. 14, 2013 At Sea
Jan. 15, 2013 Capetown, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 7:00AM
OPTIONAL SHORE EXCURSIONS:
Maasai Mara Land Adventure (Pre-Cruise) Cape Town, South Africa
Maasai Mara Land Adventure (Post-Cruise) Cape Town, South Africa
Kirstenbosch & Groot Constantia (For In-Transit Guests) Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town & Table Mountain (Tour & Airport/Hotel Transfer) Cape Town, South Africa
Mid-Voyage Land Adventure - Shamwari Private Game Reserve Durban, South Africa
Scenes of Durban Durban, South Africa
Tala Private Game Reserve Durban, South Africa
Valley Of A Thousand Hills Durban, South Africa
'3 in 1' City Orientation East London, South Africa
Inkwenkwezi Game Reserve East London, South Africa
Xhosa Culture & Village Museum East London, South Africa
Mid-Voyage Land Adventure - Kruger National Park Safari Maputo, Mozambique
Maputo City, Sun & Sea Maputo, Mozambique
Maputo City Orientation Maputo, Mozambique
Port Elizabeth City Tour Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Addo Elephant Park by 4x4 Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Fly-in Elephant Back Safari Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Cruise to Penguin Island Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Big 5 Pumba Private Game Reserve Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Mid-Voyage Land Adventure- Phinda Private Game Reserve Richards Bay, South Africa
Mid-Voyage Land Adventure - Gorah Elephant Camp Richards Bay, South Africa
Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve Richards Bay, South Africa
St. Lucia Nature Reserve Richards Bay, South Africa
Hluhluwe & St. Lucia Richards Bay, South Africa
Zulu Nyala Sunset Dinner Safari Richards Bay, South Africa
Sunrise HluHluwe-Umfolozi Game Drive Richards Bay, South Africa
Shakaland Zulu Village Richards Bay, South Africa
Game Drive & Vula Zulu Cultural Show Richards Bay, South Africa
Rates are based on double occupancy; include port charges taxes & FREE coach air from SFO
Vista Suite: 240 Sq. Ft. with Large Picture Window $5,999
Veranda Suite: 295 Sq. Ft. including 49 Sq. Ft. Veranda $7,499
Mid.Ver.Suite: 295 Sq. Ft. including 49 Sq. Ft. Veranda $7,899
Medallion Suite: 490 Sq. Ft. including 125 Sq. Ft. Veranda $11,199
Silver Suite: 541 Sq. Ft. including 92 Sq. Ft. Veranda $13,499
Royal Suite: 736 Sq. Ft. including 126 Sq. Ft. Veranda $17,999/14,199
Grand Suite: 1,019 Sq. Ft. including 145 Sq. Ft. Veranda $18,699/14,999
Owner's Suite: 587 Sq. Ft. including 89 Sq. Ft. Veranda $19,499/17,199
Single Occupancy starting at: Vista - 175%. Veranda - 175%
Coach air from San Francisco is FREE. Business Class upgrades are available.
Fares are cruise-only, per guest, based on double occupancy. Silver Savings Fares are capacity controlled, are likely to increase, and do not guarantee suite availability, due to limited inventory.
Your deposit is 100% refundable until September 5, 2012.
Rates and schedules; subject to change.
If you wish to use your frequent flyer miles, you may book your own First Class, Business Class seats for our cruise and deduct $1,000 from your cruise fare.
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Our pre-cruise, (4-day/3-night) Cape Town excursion includes your hotel, meals as shown, tours and transfer vehicles, guide, park and entrance fees.
Our (4-day/3 night) post-cruise safari includes your flights within South Africa, hotel, meals as shown, tours and transfer vehicles, guide, park and entrance fees.
Your international flights from most major gateway cities in the United States, (SFO for example), are included in our cruise fare, with an estimated $150 deviation fee for our pre and post-cruise deviated dates.
Jan. 02, 2013 Cape Town Excursion (Optional) See Details Below.
Jan. 03, 2013 Cape Town Excursion (Optional) See Details Below.
Jan. 04, 2013 Cape Town Excursion (Optional) See Details Below.
Jan. 05, 3013 Cape Town Excursion (Optional) See Details Below.
Jan. 05, 2013 Cape Town, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~11:00PM.
Jan. 06, 2013 At Sea.
Jan. 07, 2013 Port Elizabeth, South Africa ~ ~ 8:00AM ~ 6:00PM.
Jan. 08, 2013 At Sea.
Jan. 09, 2013 Maputo, Mozambique ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 2:00PM ~ 7:00PM.
Jan. 10, 2013 Richards Bay, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~10:00AM.
Jan. 11, 2013 Richards Bay, South Africa ~ ~ ~11:00PM.
Jan. 12, 2013 Durban, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 8:00AM ~ 6:00PM.
Jan. 13, 2013 East London, South Africa ~ ~ ~ 12:00PM ~ 6:00PM.
Jan. 14, 2013 At Sea.
Jan. 15, 2013 Cape Town, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~7:00AM.
Jan. 15, 2013 Sabi Sand Game Reserve Safari (Optional) See Below.
Jan. 16, 2013 Sabi Sand Game Reserve Safari (Optional) See Below.
Jan. 17, 2013 Sabi Sand Game Reserve Safari (Optional) See Below.
Jan. 18, 2013 Sabi Sand Game Reserve Safari (Optional) See Below.
3-day Pre-Cruise Hotel Package in Cape Town
INCLUDED: Complimentary air from San Francisco, premium spirits, wines and champagne, (round-the-clock), gratuities and shipboard credit, port charges and taxes ~ ARE All INCLUDED.
Gourmet menus by Relais & Chateaux
Jan. 05, 2013 Capetown, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 11:00PM
Jan. 06, 2013 At Sea
Jan. 07, 2013 Port Elizabeth, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~8:00AM ~ 6:00PM
Jan. 08, 2013 At Sea
Jan. 09, 2013 Maputo, Mozambique ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 2:00PM ~ 7:00PM
Jan. 10, 2013 Richards Bay, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~10:00AM
Jan. 11, 2013 Richards Bay, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~11:00PM
Jan. 12, 2013 Durban, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~8:00AM ~ 6:00PM
Jan. 13, 2013 East London, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~ 12:00PM ~ 6:00PM
Jan. 14, 2013 At Sea
Jan. 15, 2013 Capetown, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 7:00AM
OPTIONAL SHORE EXCURSIONS:
Maasai Mara Land Adventure (Pre-Cruise) Cape Town, South Africa
Maasai Mara Land Adventure (Post-Cruise) Cape Town, South Africa
Kirstenbosch & Groot Constantia (For In-Transit Guests) Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town & Table Mountain (Tour & Airport/Hotel Transfer) Cape Town, South Africa
Mid-Voyage Land Adventure - Shamwari Private Game Reserve Durban, South Africa
Scenes of Durban Durban, South Africa
Tala Private Game Reserve Durban, South Africa
Valley Of A Thousand Hills Durban, South Africa
'3 in 1' City Orientation East London, South Africa
Inkwenkwezi Game Reserve East London, South Africa
Xhosa Culture & Village Museum East London, South Africa
Mid-Voyage Land Adventure - Kruger National Park Safari Maputo, Mozambique
Maputo City, Sun & Sea Maputo, Mozambique
Maputo City Orientation Maputo, Mozambique
Port Elizabeth City Tour Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Addo Elephant Park by 4x4 Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Fly-in Elephant Back Safari Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Cruise to Penguin Island Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Big 5 Pumba Private Game Reserve Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Mid-Voyage Land Adventure- Phinda Private Game Reserve Richards Bay, South Africa
Mid-Voyage Land Adventure - Gorah Elephant Camp Richards Bay, South Africa
Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve Richards Bay, South Africa
St. Lucia Nature Reserve Richards Bay, South Africa
Hluhluwe & St. Lucia Richards Bay, South Africa
Zulu Nyala Sunset Dinner Safari Richards Bay, South Africa
Sunrise HluHluwe-Umfolozi Game Drive Richards Bay, South Africa
Shakaland Zulu Village Richards Bay, South Africa
Game Drive & Vula Zulu Cultural Show Richards Bay, South Africa
Rates are based on double occupancy; include port charges taxes & FREE coach air from SFO
Vista Suite: 240 Sq. Ft. with Large Picture Window $5,999
Veranda Suite: 295 Sq. Ft. including 49 Sq. Ft. Veranda $7,499
Mid.Ver.Suite: 295 Sq. Ft. including 49 Sq. Ft. Veranda $7,899
Medallion Suite: 490 Sq. Ft. including 125 Sq. Ft. Veranda $11,199
Silver Suite: 541 Sq. Ft. including 92 Sq. Ft. Veranda $13,499
Royal Suite: 736 Sq. Ft. including 126 Sq. Ft. Veranda $17,999/14,199
Grand Suite: 1,019 Sq. Ft. including 145 Sq. Ft. Veranda $18,699/14,999
Owner's Suite: 587 Sq. Ft. including 89 Sq. Ft. Veranda $19,499/17,199
Single Occupancy starting at: Vista - 175%. Veranda - 175%
Coach air from San Francisco is FREE. Business Class upgrades are available.
Fares are cruise-only, per guest, based on double occupancy. Silver Savings Fares are capacity controlled, are likely to increase, and do not guarantee suite availability, due to limited inventory.
Your deposit is 100% refundable until September 5, 2012.
Rates and schedules; subject to change.
If you wish to use your frequent flyer miles, you may book your own First Class, Business Class seats for our cruise and deduct $1,000 from your cruise fare.
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Our pre-cruise, (4-day/3-night) Cape Town excursion includes your hotel, meals as shown, tours and transfer vehicles, guide, park and entrance fees.
Our (4-day/3 night) post-cruise safari includes your flights within South Africa, hotel, meals as shown, tours and transfer vehicles, guide, park and entrance fees.
Your international flights from most major gateway cities in the United States, (SFO for example), are included in our cruise fare, with an estimated $150 deviation fee for our pre and post-cruise deviated dates.
Jan. 02, 2013 Cape Town Excursion (Optional) See Details Below.
Jan. 03, 2013 Cape Town Excursion (Optional) See Details Below.
Jan. 04, 2013 Cape Town Excursion (Optional) See Details Below.
Jan. 05, 3013 Cape Town Excursion (Optional) See Details Below.
Jan. 05, 2013 Cape Town, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~11:00PM.
Jan. 06, 2013 At Sea.
Jan. 07, 2013 Port Elizabeth, South Africa ~ ~ 8:00AM ~ 6:00PM.
Jan. 08, 2013 At Sea.
Jan. 09, 2013 Maputo, Mozambique ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 2:00PM ~ 7:00PM.
Jan. 10, 2013 Richards Bay, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~10:00AM.
Jan. 11, 2013 Richards Bay, South Africa ~ ~ ~11:00PM.
Jan. 12, 2013 Durban, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ 8:00AM ~ 6:00PM.
Jan. 13, 2013 East London, South Africa ~ ~ ~ 12:00PM ~ 6:00PM.
Jan. 14, 2013 At Sea.
Jan. 15, 2013 Cape Town, South Africa ~ ~ ~ ~7:00AM.
Jan. 15, 2013 Sabi Sand Game Reserve Safari (Optional) See Below.
Jan. 16, 2013 Sabi Sand Game Reserve Safari (Optional) See Below.
Jan. 17, 2013 Sabi Sand Game Reserve Safari (Optional) See Below.
Jan. 18, 2013 Sabi Sand Game Reserve Safari (Optional) See Below.
3-day Pre-Cruise Hotel Package in Cape Town
Trip Information: Trip Start: Cape Town, South Africa
Depart: 01/02/2013
Duration: 4 days (3 nights)
Trip End: Cape Town, South Africa
Group Size: 10 people
Trip Price Total: Double: $1598pp USD sharing
This is an all encompassing trip that takes in all of the highlights of southern Africa. A private guided tour of the top sights Cape Town including the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and Cape Point, Simon's Town and penguins at Boulders Beach. Nestled between Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean and famous for its beaches, this is a cosmopolitan city with superb cuisine and world class vineyards only an hour's drive away. You will then board your 10 day cruise departing from Cape Town.
Cape Cadogan
The Cape Cadogan is a stately double-storeyed Georgian and Victorian building that dates back to the beginning of the 19th century. It was originally a farmhouse which was ‘Victorianised’ in 1912 and declared a national monument in 1984.
Room: Deluxe
Bohemian chic is our hallmark, with 12 luxuriously appointed en suite bedrooms that are decorated with an eclectic mix of contemporary and antique furniture using dramatic fabrics to maximum effect. The Villa is a private space which has recently been opened to select guests and friends of the Owner. The space includes an open plan lounge, dining area and full service modern kitchen. These spaces open up with wide double framed doors onto an outdoor deck area where comfortable lounges lie around the private plunge pool. Privacy is a thread flowing through the Villa experience; the kitchen is serviced by a private hatch which provides a link to the outside world and where one’s morning breakfast and paper gets delivered. The Villa’s bedroom suite is upstairs with an open plan bathroom perfect for those guests who are looking for comfort and simple lines.
Itinerary Summary
Day 1: Wed, Jan 02, 2013
❃ VIP Meet & Greet and Document Package - Meet & Greet
❃ Kensington Cares - 1
❃ Transfer - Airport - Vehicle/Driver
❃ Dinner (not included)
Day 2: Thur. Jan. 03, 2013
❃ Breakfast (included)
❃ Private - 1/2 day City & Table Mountain - Vehicle/Guide
❃ Lunch (not included)
❃ Dinner (not included)
Day 3: Fri. Jan. 04, 2013
❃ Breakfast (included)
❃Private - Cape Point and Peninsula - Vehicle/Guide
❃ Lunch (not included)
❃ Dinner (not included)
Day 4: Sat. Jan. 05, 2013
❃ Breakfast (included)
❃ Transfer to the ship - Car/Driver
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Wed. Jan. 2, 2013 - Cape Town
Upon arrival into South Africa you will be met at the door of the plane and escorted through Customs and Immigration avoiding any queues. You will also receive all of your necessary documents for your trip which contains a detailed personalized itinerary, maps, restaurant suggestions, Top Tips for exploring each city or region and a 24 hour concierge service (for restaurant reservations).
Enjoy a private transfer between the airport and your hotel.
The Cape Cadogan is a stately double-storeyed (deluxe) Georgian and Victorian building that dates back to the beginning of the 19th century. It was originally a farmhouse which was ‘Victorianised’ in 1912 and declared a national monument in 1984.
Bohemian chic is our hallmark, with 12 luxuriously appointed en suite bedrooms that are decorated with an eclectic mix of contemporary and antique furniture using dramatic fabrics to maximum effect. The Villa is a private space which has recently been opened to select guests and friends of the Owner. The space includes an open plan lounge, dining area and full service modern kitchen. These spaces open up with wide double framed doors onto an outdoor deck area where comfortable lounges lie around the private plunge pool. Privacy is a thread flowing through the Villa experience; the kitchen is serviced by a private hatch which provides a link to the outside world and where one’s morning breakfast and paper gets delivered. The Villa’s bedroom suite is upstairs with an open plan bathroom perfect for those guests who are looking for comfort and simple lines.
Cape Town
Day 2: Thur. Jan. 3, 2013 - Cape Town
Today you will be met by your guide for an exploration of Cape Town, known affectionately as the Mother City. Your tour will take in the Houses of Parliament, the Castle (built between 1666 and 1679, this is South Africa’s oldest building), lively Greenmarket Square with its daily market, the Company Gardens and of course Table Mountain which will give you spectacular views over the city and Peninsula (cable car fee is not included as it is weather dependent). On our descent, we stop at the Bo Kaap, home to the Cape Malay community, with its cobbled streets and brightly colored houses.
Day 3: Fri. Jan. 4, 2013 - Cape Town
Today we embark on a full day tour of the Cape Peninsula. We take in the beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay, before crossing over to Hout Bay, where you may choose to join an optional boat cruise to Seal Island. From here we drive to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve via Chapman’s Peak, one of the world’s most breathtaking coastal drives, where you will board a funicular to the top of the Peninsula to witness the symbolic meeting of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans as well as have spectacular views over False Bay. We enjoy lunch near here (not included – own account) before continuing to Simonstown, the naval base, and visiting the African Penguin breeding colony at Boulders Beach. En route back we stop at the world renowned Kirstenbosch Gardens before returning back to your hotel.
Day 4: Sat. Jan. 5, 2013 - Cape Town
You will be picked up at your hotel and transferred to the port where you will meet up with your cruise ship.
January 5, 2013 through January 15, 2013, we will be sailing aboard Silversea’s m/s “Silver Wind.”
3-day Post-Cruise African Safari
Trip Information: Trip Start: Cape Town, South Africa
Depart: 01/15/2013
Duration: 4 days (3 nights)
Trip End: Johannesburg, South Africa
Group Size: 10 people
Trip Price Total: Double pp: $4055 pp sharing. (valid until Fri, 10 February 2012)
Day-by-Day Itinerary
After your 10 day cruise you will return to the Cape Town Port. You'll fly from here to the exclusive Sabi Sand Game Reserve to enjoy the best Big Five game viewing in the country. Located on the north east corner of the Kruger National Park, Sabi Sand is unarguably the most renowned game park in South Africa. Enjoy 3 nights, with daily game viewing included. Enjoy the all-inclusive game lodge, with daily game drives in open top vehicles. One of the great areas in Africa for seeing the Big 5. Included is your flight back to Johannesburg, to connect to your international flight.
Our luxury accommodation for the safari will be Kirkmans Kamp (See below.)
Itinerary Summary
Day 1: Tue. Jan. 15, 2013 Cape Town-Nelspruit (KMIA)-Sabi Sands
❃ Transfer - Port - Car/Driver
❃ Air - Cape Town - Kruger [Direct (1.5 hrs)] - Economy
❃ Transfer - Northern Sabi Lodges (1h30min) - Vehicle
❃Lunch (included)
❃Afternoon Game Drive
❃ Dinner (included)
Day 2: Wed. Jan. 16, 2013 Sabi Sands
❃ Morning Game Drive
❃ Lunch (included)
❃Optional Activities
❃ Dinner (included)
Day 3: Thur. Jan. 17, 2013 Sabi Sands
❃ Morning Game Drive 2
❃ Lunch (included)
❃ Afternoon Game Drive 2
❃ Dinner (included)
Day 4: Fri. Jan. 18, 2013 Sabi Sands-Nelspruit (KMIA)-Johannesburg
❃ Transfer - Sabi Sands - Nelspruit (KMIA) [Airport from Northern Sabi Lodges - 1.5hrs] - Vehicle
❃ Air - Nelspruit (KMIA) - Johannesburg [Direct (1.5 hr)] – Economy
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Tue. Jan. 15, 2013 - Cape Town - Nelspruit (KMIA) - Sabi Sands
You will be picked up at the ship, (after 8:30AM), and transferred to the Cape Town airport for your flight to Nelspruit (KMIA) - Sabi Sands.
Take your flight from Cape Town to Kruger (KMIA) today. The flight duration is approximately 1.5hrs.
Private transfer to your lodge from KMIA Airport. This transfer will take approximately one hour and a half.
This afternoon you'll meet up with others at the lodge and embark on your afternoon game drive. Sunrise and sunset are when the animals are most active. You'll be out in the reserve for a few hours before returning back to the lodge to freshen up for dinner. A private vehicle can be booked at an additional cost dependant on availability.
Kirkmans Kamp ~ (Luxury Cottages)
Step back in time into the gracious atmosphere of this original homestead and marvel at the spectacular views of the unspoiled wilderness from each of the 18 guest cottages. Rolling lawns carve out a niche in a wild and tumbling wilderness that hosts memorable game viewing in one of the world's most celebrated Big Five wildlife regions. Spacious sitting, dining and bar areas contain mementos of a time long past, while the untamed wilderness outside whispers a promise of adventures not to be forgotten.
Impeccable and gracious service completes the old world atmosphere, as the spirit of safari comes alive at this evocative camp, set in one of the most renowned wildlife regions in the world. Each of the 18 guest cottages boasts spectacular views of the unspoiled wilderness surrounding the Sand River.
Kirkmans Kamp Restaurants
Mouth watering international and local specialties are served in a variety of locations around the lodge. Breakfasts include hot items, platters of fruit and cheese. Enjoy lunch on the patio, afternoon tea, and dinner by the open fire in the Boma.
Recreation Amenities ~ Game Drives & Bush Walks
At Kirkman’s Kamp the staffs’ goal is to share knowledge and understanding of the bush and its inhabitants with guests. Their highly trained rangers and trackers will do their utmost to delight you. Enjoy Twice daily game drives - early morning and late afternoon / evening game drives in an open 4x4 safari vehicle traverse an area of 6 300 hectares (15 500 acres). Track the Big Five, as well as a rich variety of other game, in the company of an armed ranger and tracker. Strict vehicle limits at animal sightings ensure the exclusivity of your wildlife experience and careful off-road driving positions you for the best photo opportunities. Rangers are constantly in touch with each other to help keep track of game and the sensitive approach methods used mean that the wildlife has become accustomed to the presence of vehicles. Or enjoy Interpretive bush walks - in between game drives, take a leisurely walk within easy reach of your lodge and experience the sights, smells and sounds of the African bush. An armed ranger will accompany you and will share his vast knowledge of the local fauna and flora. Take in the intimate details of your surroundings, from the intricate patterns of a spider's web to the bright plumage of the local birds and the sharp alarms calls of a dozen small creatures. Find out how the potato bush got its name, who lives in a termite mound and which berries taste so good that they can make a jackal turn vegetarian.
Day 2: Wed. Jan. 16, 2013 - Sabi Sands
Before first light you'll meet up with others at the lodge and embark on your early morning game drive. Sunrise and sunset are when the animals are most active. You'll be out in the reserve for a few hours before returning back to the lodge for breakfast. A private vehicle can be booked at an additional cost depending on availability.
The free day will provide additional opportunities to enjoy the game viewing, including a “sun downer” and another evening game drive, sign up for additional activities or simply relax at your hotel.
Day 3: Thur. Jan. 17, 2013 - Sabi Sands
Early this morning at the crack of dawn after morning coffee, we head out for another exciting game drive for about four hours. Possible wildlife which may be seen on your safari. Lion, elephant, buffalo, white rhino, leopard, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, impala, kudu, waterbuck, grey duiker, warthog, vervet monkey, chacma baboon, slender mongoose, tree squirrel - all fairly common.
Embark after lunch on a 4 hour game drive with other travellers. These drives normally carry 6 to 8 passengers and are in open Land Rover type vehicles. The driver is an experienced guide who will make the drive more interesting. A tracker sits in front and follows the animals, often off road to secure sightings which are often really close and clear. As the sun sets, you just might spot some of the nocturnal animals as they awake for their night time feeding.
Day 4: Fri. Jan. 18, 2013-Sabi Sands-Nelspruit (KMIA)-Johannesburg
Private transfer from your lodge from to KMIA Airport. This transfer will take approximately one hour and a half.
Take your flight from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport to Johannesburg today. The flight duration is approximately 1 and a half hour.
Depart from Johannesburg international airport - End of itinerary.
South Africa
South Africa is located at the southern tip of Africa, and features one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Cape Town. A sublime location, great beaches, nearby vineyards, great food, and cheap diamonds - there is a lot of love about the city. The Garden Route is a short drive away, passing through the quaint towns of Mossel Bay, George, Knysna, Oudtshoorn, Plettenberg Bay and Nature's Valley. Kruger National Park is another top draw, and boasts some of the finest lodges on the continent.
Cape Town
Cape Town is the second most populous city in South Africa, famous for its harbor as well as its natural setting in the Cape floral kingdom, including such well-known landmarks as Table Mountain and Cape Point. Popular day activities include; Robben Island (Nelson Mandela's prison), Cape Point, Stellenbosch winery tour, diamond buying shops, and great white shark diving.
Sabi Sands
The Sabi Sands Game Reserve is undoubtedly the most exclusive private game reserve in South Africa. The 65,000-hectare Sabi Sands Game Reserve is located on the south-western corner of the Kruger National Park. There are no restricting fences between the Kruger Park and Sabi Sands Reserve and the wildlife roams freely between the two game reserves. Some of the best and most exclusive private game lodges in the country are in the Sabi Sands Game Reserve and the chances of seeing the Big 5 (lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant and rhino) are excellent.
Travel Tips
South Africa
VISA/PASSPORT
Visitors to South Africa do not require visas for stays of up to 90 days. We recommend that the passports of all travelers to South Africa contain at least two completely blank (unstamped) visa pages each time entry is sought. In addition, any trip to a neighboring country would necessitate another blank page upon return.
Please note obtaining a visa is your responsibility. These requirements change often and therefore it is best that you check with the embassy of South Africa for the most up to date visa information.
HEALTH
Health insurance is recommended. Medical facilities are relatively wide spread and good quality. We recommend that you see a health-care provider who specializes in Travel Medicine. The doctor or health-care provider will determine what vaccinations and medication you will need, depending on factors such as your health and immunization history, areas of the country you will be visiting, and planned activities. For more information on travel requirements, visit the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website: http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/south-africa.aspx
COUNTRY INFORMATION
➢ Capital: Pretoria (administrative).
➢ Government: Republic. Gained independence from the UK in 1910.
➢ Language: The official languages are Afrikaans, English, isiNdebele, isiXhosa, isiZulu, Sepedi, Sesotho, Setswana, Siswati, Tshivenda and Xitsonga.
➢ Religion: Most inhabitants profess Christianity. There are also Hindu, Muslim and Jewish communities, and traditional beliefs are still practiced widely, sometimes in conjunction with Christianity.
➢ Time: GMT + 2.
➢ Electricity: 220/240 volts AC; 250 volts AC (Pretoria), 50Hz. Three-pin round plugs are in use.
➢ Telephone: Country code +27. Area codes are used even if you are making a call in the same area.
➢ Mobile Telephone: Roaming agreements exist with international mobile phone companies. Coverage extends to most of the country except in the very remote areas.
➢ Internet: Internet cafes are present around the country and wireless is available at airports and in upmarket hotels.
The Fine Print
What's Included:
Guaranteed departure – Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialized and personalized services
What's not Included:
Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance
Trip Terms & Conditions
✔ Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $250). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure. We accept payment via credit card, certified check, wire transfer or money order.
✔ Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
✔ Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
✔ Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
✔ Cancellations of confirmed bookings 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund minus a $350 (per person) administrative fee and any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of deposit. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to 100% of program price.
✔ Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.privateguided.com/terms-and-conditions
✔ Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation.
TO RESERVE:
A deposit payment of 30% of your trip value is due immediately to reserve the trip. Full payment is due 90 days prior to departure. In some cases full payment is due immediately upon booking.
A significant portion of the trips in South Africa are based on the South African Rand and are shown in U.S. dollars. These rates are calculated on daily currency rates which fluctuate and will be recalculated at time of final payment or with re-quotes. If you wish to hold this exact USD rate you will be required to pay for your trip in full. Kensington Tours reserves the right to increase tour prices to cover increased costs, tariffs and taxes, and to reflect fluctuations in foreign exchange markets.
NOTE: Due to capacity constraints in South Africa during high season, there is a 20% non-refundable booking fee. These booking fees are paid to the lodges directly to secure reservations. This will be paid upon confirmation of your booking.
For our full terms and conditions please see www.kensingtontours.com/terms-and-conditions
Bill and I hope you can join us on this exciting cruise/safari adventure.
Tom Taffel, Group Manager
www.TomsGroupCruises.com
Tom Taffel: (415) 566-7673
Tom@TomTaffel.com
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