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Southern Africa In Style
South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana
14 Day Tour

 

FEATURING CHOBE CHILWERO - Where Luxury and Tradition Reside...
Deep in the heart of Botswana wilderness lies Chobe Chilwero Lodge, one of the most enchanting places on earth. With gorgeous, breathtaking vistas as a backdrop, you'll come face-to-face with the abundant creatures of the bush, and some of the most spectacular sunsets Mother Nature bestows.

You will enjoy creature comforts - elegantly appointed accommodations, silver service, gourmet meals and fine wines. Relax in our luxurious thatched cottages, with ensuite, sunken handcrafted baths, indoor and outdoor showers, private gardens and terraces overlooking the magnificent Chobe River. There is also a library, curio shop and a communications centre. Although located in Botswana, this small, intimate lodge is easily accessed from Zambia and the world famous Victoria Falls. Guests can enjoy a day trip to visit the falls if desired.

Game activities at Chobe Chilwero are scheduled flexibly, according to the whims of guests and the changing habits of the game. Thrilling guided game drives in open vehicles bring you to the heart of Africa's largest concentration of elephants, as well as hippos, buffalos, puku, antelopes, lions and other creatures that gather on the Chobe River's banks. Or join our acclaimed guides on a wondrous water safari on specially adapted motorboats. Sundowner cruises are particularly spectacular on the Chobe River. Fishing excursions are also available.

End each day with a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, followed by a sumptuous meal lovingly prepared by our expert culinary staff - a delicious, eclectic fusion of Western and African cuisine and delicacies - all topped off by a sampling of vintage wines and spirits from our cellar. It's the perfect complement to your one-of-a-kind African adventure. High teas are often served on the lawn under the shade of the trees.

Superlative game viewing and silver service may now be combined with the ultimate in pampering: in-room spa treatments. Therapies range from a Clarins Ultimate Firming Facial to a Full Body Swedish Massage, to relax and invigorate in true African style. 
 

The A&K Advantage 

• Transfers and touring in luxury vehicles
• Immediate check-in guaranteed on arrival
• The finest selection of restaurants offering superior food and gourmet wines
• Welcome dinner at a South African home
• Private check-in at all hotels
• Separate luggage transfer to the Winelands
• Exclusive wine tasting at a top-label estate
• Complimentary spa treatment at Chobe Chilwero
• Guaranteed late check-out at The Grace on day of departure
• Use of Premier Lounge at Johannesburg Airport on departure


Not included: travel insurance; any airfares; airport departure taxes; excess baggage fees; cost of obtaining passports or visas; gratuities to your guide; personal expenses such as meals, beverages or sightseeing not included in the itinerary;  communication charges; laundry.

(B) Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner

DAY 1: USA/Cape Town, South Africa
Board your flight to Cape Town.

DAY 2: Cape Town
You are met and transferred to your hotel. 

One and Only Capetown

DAY 3: Cape Town
Drive to Table Mountain for a panoramic view of the sea and city and then explore historic Cape Town. This afternoon, Design Your Day: shop the Cape with a specialist guide or yacht along the Cape coast. Dine this evening at a private family home. 

One and Only Capetown B L D

DAY 4: Cape Town/Cape Point/Franschhoek
Travel to the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point, and perhaps glimpse the resident seals and penguins. After lunch, continue to Franschhoek and your hotel located on a wine estate with panoramic views of the valley. A guest speaker provides fascinating insight into South Africa's intriguing past during this evening's dinner. 

Mont Rochelle Hotel & Mountain Vineyards B L D

DAY 5: Franschhoek
Design Your Day: explore the Cape Winelands and stroll through Stellenbosch followed by lunch and a private cellar tour of a historic wine estate. If you prefer, experience a full day of shark cage diving.

Mont Rochelle Hotel & Mountain Vineyards B L

DAY 6: Franschhoek/Johannesburg/Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Fly to Victoria Falls via Johannesburg, and this afternoon roam around the famous Falls with your expert guide. 

The Stanley and Livingstone B D

DAY 7: Victoria Falls/ Chobe National Park, Botswana
The view is spectacular on the "Flight of the Angels" helicopter tour over the falls. Continue overland to Botswana and Chobe National Park, home to approximately 75,000 elephant, the largest concentration in Africa. 

Chobe Chilwero B L D

DAY 8: Chobe National Park
Travel through riverine forests, floodplains and marshlands on a game drive in an open Land Rover, or relax on a sundowner cruise on the Chobe River. 

Chobe Chilwero B L D

DAY 9: Chobe National Park/Moremi Game Reserve (Okavango Delta)
Fly to Chief's Camp in the "predator capital" of Botswana for an afternoon of game viewing activities. 

Chief's Camp B L D

DAYS 10-11: Moremi Game Reserve (Okavango Delta)
Moremi is known for its large concentrations of elephant, buffalo and predators. Try a water safari (offered seasonally), travelling at the gentle pace of a poled mokoro (dugout canoe). 

Chief's Camp B L D

DAY 12: Moremi/Maun/Johannesburg
Fly to Johannesburg where the balance of your day is at leisure. Swap stories with fellow travellers at a farewell dinner. 

The Westcliff B D

DAY 13: Johannesburg/Depart
Visit Soweto, famous in the days of apartheid, and return to the hotel before your international flight home. 

The Westcliff (dayroom) B

DAY 14: USA or Canada
Connect with your homebound flight. 

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Consider An Upgrade:
Stay in the Loft Terrace Room or Bedroom Suite at the Cape Grace Hotel (from $75 per person per night) Enjoy Merlot or Cabernet room at La Couronne (from $20 per person per night) Stay in a Suite at the Victoria Falls Hotel (from $200 per person per night)

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Active Options:
In the course of your tour, you will have the opportunity to take advantage of active options (some at additional cost). These include:

• Cape Grace: swimming, use of the spa, optional walk up Table Mountain, extended sightseeingwalk at Cape Point
• La Couronne: extended walking tour of Stellenbosch, swimming, golf, fishing, horseback riding and hiking
• Victoria Falls Hotel: walking tour of the Falls, swimming, canoeing, game walk, whitewater rafting, golfing and bungee jumping
• Chobe Chilwero and Chief's Camp: swimming

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The price shown is in USD. Price is per person, based on double occupancy, and does not include international or internal air. 

Departures are limited to 20 passengers.

2010 PRICE PER PERSON (land arrangements)

14 Days | Departs Saturday, returns Friday | Limited to 20 passengers

2010 PRICE PER PERSON	Feb - Apr	May	Oct 9	Oct 30 - Dec	Jul - Aug
Double occupancy	$9,790	$10,475	$11,820	$10,910	$12,570
Single supplement	$1,965	$1,685	$3,650	$2,125	$3,540

Internal Airfare:

(Cape Town/Johannesburg/Victoria Falls; Camp to Camp/Maun/ Johannesburg)
Economy class from $2,120

Child Policy: On non-family programs, unless otherwise indicated on the individual program page, a minimum age of 10 years is required. Call for details.

Connoisseurs travel is A&K's most fully supported escorted option. Group sizes are very small: never more than 24 travellers and often limited to 18 or 20. You'll stay in the best available hotel and most meals are included, as are airport transfers regardless of the flights you choose. Although there are opportunities to explore on your own, you'll spend much of your sightseeing time with your guide, on excursions designed to present a full and balanced picture of your destination.

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ABERCROMBIE AND KENT Southern Africa In Style South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana 14 Day Tour

From $9,790USD Simply the Best! Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.  Offer subject to availability and change without notice.

Certain restrictions may apply. Airfares if included are based on departure from New York.
For year 2011, departures are subject to itinerary and price modifications.

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