Starting Price:	$4,590.00
Trip Length:	10 days
Includes airfare allowance from New York

Cape Town & Table Mountain

Kirstenbosch Gardens, Cape Town

Victoria Falls

Cape Town and Victoria Falls

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The splendor of Cape Town, Table Mountain and the Cape Peninsula combine nicely with Victoria Falls. Here the Zambezi River plunges deep into a 100m (328 ft) vertical chasm spanning the full one-and-a-half km (~1mile) width of the river. Victoria Falls creates the biggest curtain of falling water in the world and is also one of the seven natural wonders of the world.

Spend time exploring the cultural and natural beauty in and around Cape Town before traveling to Victoria Falls. Also known as “Mosi oa-Tunya” (the smoke that thunders), the falls are positioned almost exactly half way along the mighty Zambezi River’s 2700 km (1678 mile) journey from its source to the sea.

This trip can be customized to fit your schedule and accommodate any specific requests you may have. Your travel consultant will prepare a customized itinerary for you. We offer a choice of 3 star, 4 star and 5 star hotels.

This tour includes airfare allowance from New York, on non-holiday dates. You do not need to fly via New York; Yampu will fly you the most direct way to your city of destination. Depending on your travel dates and proximity of travel, we will quote you the most economical surcharge from your city or country of origin.

Additional information on this trip:

Days of Week the Trip can Start:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Visited Cities:
Cape Town, Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe), Livingstone (Zambia)

Day 1

Overnight international flight to Cape Town.

Day 2

Upon arrival in Cape Town, airport reception and transfer in a private vehicle to your hotel. After check in, enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Day 3

Today we will start by helping you get your bearings in Cape Town along with an introduction to its past with a private city tour. Have your eyes and ears opened to seldom seen sights and seldom heard stories of the city’s former inhabitants; previous visitors; beautiful architectural heritage; and social, cultural, religious and political history.

In the afternoon we will make our way to the Cable Car Station for a memorable trip to the top of Table Mountain. This is one of the Natural Wonders of the World and the views of the city, coastline and Cape Peninsula are truly breathtaking. Enjoy one of the many walks on top of the mountain before enjoying a well earned cocktail and watching the sun set.

Day 4

After breakfast you will be taken on a private tour of the Cape Peninsula. This is a full day tour that takes in some of Cape Town’s best scenery and attractions. You will stop at the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Situated on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain, these beautiful gardens are home to over 6000 plant species.

You will then travel to the Jackass Penguin Colony at Boulders Bay and perhaps have a swim on the beach next door. After a stop for lunch overlooking False Bay, where you can keep an eye out for whales, you will move on to Cape Point, which is the south-westernmost point of Africa and one of the most dangerous points to sail around in the World. On the way back you can look for wildlife as you travel through Cape Point National Park, before going round Chapman’s Peak Drive and back to your hotel for a sun downer!

Day 5

After breakfast we take a trip to the Winelands region just north of Cape Town. South African wine is one of the fastest growing in popularity and we will take you to some of the best wine makers in the country. You will be able to experience several tastings as well as a private cellar tour. The Winelands region is also incredibly beautiful, with the vineyards woven through spectacular mountain ranges. We will stop for lunch in Franschhoek, which is the gourmet capital of South Africa and soak up the surroundings while enjoying some first rate cuisine. This is a fantastic day out.

Day 6

After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Victoria Falls. Upon arrival at the airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Victoria Falls or Livingstone. You will have the rest of the day at leisure to explore your beautiful surroundings. Overnight in Victoria Falls or Livingstone.

Day 7

After breakfast, we set off on a tour of the mighty Victoria Falls. The Victoria Falls – Now In Its 150 Millionth Fantastic Year - reaches its zenith around May each year. It’s a truly awe-inspiring experience – the sight, the sound, the smell; the humbling feeling that here indeed is nature’s supreme masterpiece. No photograph can begin to depict the reality and nothing prepares you for your first sight. This tour is conducted in the morning and afternoon. En route, you may be taken past the ‘Big Tree’ where you may stop and take photos. You will be accompanied through the rainforest by one of our qualified guides who will give a brief history of the falls as well as detailing the flora, fauna, bird & wildlife and other points of interest. Guides are also happy to assist clients with photographs while visiting this most spectacular of waterfalls. Raincoats are provided when needed. Overnight in Victoria Falls or Livingstone.

Day 8

This morning, enjoy an extraordinary and exhilarating journey along ancient game trails seated comfortably on the back of nature’s true “king of the beasts” – the elephant! Experience an age old tradition while silently exploring the magnificent Victoria Falls National Park, part of a World Heritage Site in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Enjoy sightings of waterbuck, white rhino, zebra, giraffe and other forms of plains game as well as breathtaking gorge views from elephant-back. The unique view of the spray of the Victoria Falls, a mere 3km (~2 miles) away, will ensure this moment stays with you for all time.

Sunrise and sunset Victoria Falls Elephant Back Safaris are run daily, promising you much more than just a game-viewing experience, but rather a closer insight into the worlds largest land mammal, the African Elephant. Overnight in Victoria Falls or Livingstone.

Day 9

After breakfast, depart for the Chobe National Park in Botswana. You will be transferred to the Kazungula border where your Botswana Guide will meet you. From here proceed straight to the river where you will spend the morning game viewing along the Chobe River. Tea, coffee & biscuits are provided. The morning cruise ends at around 12.30hrs and you are then taken to a hotel on the riverbank for lunch. After lunch, board safari vehicles for an afternoon game drive in the Chobe National Park where you will have the opportunity to enjoy an abundance of wildlife. After your game drive, you are taken back to the Kazungula Border where you will be met by your Zimbabwean/Zambian Guide for your return transfer to Victoria Falls, arriving at approximately 18.30hrs.

Day 10

After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for your connection to Cape Town and flight home or continue with the Yampu Tours add-on of your choice.

Suggested Hotels by City and Category *

Cape Town
3-star	Sundown Manor, or similar.
4-star	The Vineyard, or similar.
5-star	Cape Grace, or similar.
Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe)
3-star	Ilala Lodge, or similar.
4-star	Victoria Falls Safari Lodge, or similar.
5-star	Victoria Falls Hotel, or similar.
Livingstone (Zambia)
3-star	Thorn Tree Lodge, or similar.
4-star	Stanley Safari Lodge, or similar. Stanley Safari Lodge includes all meals & drinks.
5-star	Tongabezi, or similar. Tongabezi includes all meals & drinks.

* Subject to confirmation at time of booking

10 days , from $4590

Occupancy Type	3-Star	4-Star	5-Star
Double (Zimbabwe)	$4590	$5455	$6472
Single (Zimbabwe)	$5226	$6644	$9161
Double (Zambia)	$6141	$6913	$8944
Single (Zambia)	$7481	$8572	$12335

Prices shown above are per person, in US Dollars ($).

Price includes:

Round trip international airfare from New York to Cape Town

Round trip regional airfare from Cape Town to Victoria Falls

Hotel accommodation including continental or buffet breakfast

All transfers between airports and hotels with assistance and baggage handling

Guided tours in English including all entrance fees

Meals where specified

Local airport taxes that are payable in the country of destination are not included. Taxes and security fees that can be paid at time of ticketing are already included in the quote (if airfare has been included in the quote)

Notes:

In the flood season, February to May, you cannot see the foot of the falls and most of its face; walks are clouded by mist and are in constant shower.
In the dry season, September to January, up to half the face of the falls may be dry.
Devil’s Pool is safest for swimming in September and December.
Victoria Falls straddles the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia. We offer accommodation in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, at the western end of the falls themselves, or in Livingstone, Zambia, 10 kilometers (6 miles) north of Victoria Falls. Though the Zimbabwe option is more affordable and closer to the falls, travelers wishing to stay in Zimbabwe may want to research the current politcal situation before making a final decision.
Visitors to South Africa for tourism, short business meetings, or those in transit do not require visas for stays of up to 90 days.
Travelers entering South Africa from WHO-designated yellow fever countries are required to present their current and valid “International Certificate of Vaccination as approved by the World Health Organization (WHO)” (commonly called a “yellow card”) or statement of medical exemption (also located on the same yellow card). Additionally, South Africa treats Zambia and Tanzania as yellow fever countries. This requirement is imposed on travelers flying to South Africa via yellow fever countries, even when transiting passengers are required to stay on board the plane, or if the plane makes an unscheduled landing in a yellow fever country. As a precaution, all travelers to South Africa should carry their original yellow card.

While most of South Africa is malaria-free, malaria risk exists throughout the year in rural low-altitude areas of Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces, including Kruger National Park and neighboring game reserves. Risk also exists in the coastal lowlands of KwaZulu-Natal north of the Tugela River (including in Zululand, but excluding urban areas of Richards Bay). In all risk areas, risk is much lower from June to September.

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