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SOUTH AFRICA, VICTORIA FALLS & CHOBE N.P.
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Friday, October 10, 2025
Thursday, October 23, 2025
Africa is one of the world’s mysteries. Seek out the “Big Five” on open-air safari game drives. Experience a harmony of intriguing cultures, cosmopolitan cities and stunning wildlife as we seek out the “Big Five” on open-air safari game drives.
Limited to 18 Guests.
October 09 • Depart Canada
Depart on your international flight (our travel professionals will assist with your international flights)
October 10 • Cape Town
On arrival at Cape Town International Airport we will clear immigration and collect our luggage - private transfer to the Commodore Hotel (approx. 30 minutes). The hotel is located in the historic Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, perfectly positioned against the stunning backdrop of Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean and provides easy access to the top places to visit in Cape Town.
October 11• Cape Town (B, D)
Breakfast at hotel.
Enjoy a relaxing start to your day. This afternoon, enjoy a 60-minute catamaran cruise from the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. Sail into Table Bay and along the stunning coastline of Cape Town. You will experience the beauty of the city and its surroundings from a different angle. Get up close to the local marine life.
This evening we will take a 10-minute leisurely walk along the Waterfront to the Den Anker Restaurant for our Welcome dinner at the Den Anker Restaurant based on a 3 Course Set Menu. (excluding drinks)
Cape Town’s Vibrant city centre lies in a natural amphitheater sheltered by the wide arms of Table Mountain, Signal Hill and Lion’s Head. This tour takes you on a fascinating Journey through the city, before heading to the base of Table Mountain. Travel by cable car to the top of the mountain, enjoying spectacular, panoramic views of the city and its mountainous surrounds.
October 12 • Cape Town, (B)
Breakfast at hotel.
Meet in the lobby of the Commodore Hotel for our private full-day Cape Peninsula Tour, including Table Mountain.
Table Mountain, a flat-topped sandstone mountain, graces the cityscape of Cape Town with its imposing presence. Rising approximately 1,085 meters above sea level, it is a remarkable geological masterpiece formed over millions of years. The mountain’s unique plateau, stretching approximately three kilometers from end to end, is a testament to the forces of nature that have shaped this awe-inspiring landmark. Table Mountain has long held deep cultural and historical significance for the local Khoikhoi and San communities, who recognize it as a spiritual place and symbol of their heritage Beyond its striking physical appearance, Table Mountain boasts a rich tapestry of biodiversity.
(note: Table Mountain is weather permitting).
The “Cape of Good Hope”, officially the most south-western point of the African continent, the area was declared a nature reserve in the early 1930’s to protect the endemic “Fynbos” flora and the pristine coastline. At the southernmost point, the land rises steeply to 209 metres above sea level, making for spectacular vistas over False Bay to Hangklip (Hanging Rock). On a clear day one can just make out the lines of Cape Agulhas, 200 km away at the southern-most point of the continent.
At Cape Point, take a funicular ride up to the lighthouse. Enjoy the breathtaking views and a chance to see the cliffs where the two oceans meet. Situated at the junction of Earth’s most contrasting water masses – in 1580 Sir Francis Drake proclaimed it ‘the most-stately thing and the fairest Cape he saw in the whole circumference of the Earth’.
Visit the African Penguin Colony at Boulders Beach. Nestled in a sheltered cove between Simon’s Town and Cape Point, Boulders has become world famous for its thriving colony of African penguins and magnificent wind sheltered beaches. Although the site is set on the edge of a residential area it is one of the few places this vulnerable bird can be observed at close range, wandering freely in a protected natural environment.
Evening at leisure.
October 13 • Cape Town (B, L)
Breakfast at hotel.
Exit the city, and enter the wine regions of Stellenbosch, Pearl of Franschhoek for a leisurely exploration of these historic Wine Route towns. The surrounding wine estates are home to some of the most exquisite scenery and sought-after wines on the planet. Our guide will take us past many heritage sites and places of breathtaking beauty.
Our tour includes an English-speaking guide, a wine tasting at Spier, lunch at Delaire Graaf Restaurant (or similar) and leisure time in Stellenbosch town.
Evening at leisure.
October 14 • Cape Town (B)
Breakfast at hotel.
Leisurely day to enjoy.
Optional activities: These can be arranged on your behalf at an additional cost. Here's a few ideas.
Robben Island: Robben Island lies 9km from the shores of Cape Town. Once a mark of shame in the history of the land, it is now a symbol of triumph over diversity. A 3.5 hour tour of the museum on Robben Island begins at the Mandela Gateway at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town. After a 30-minute ferry ride, you will tour the former maximum-security jail by former political prisoners, who draw a vivid picture of life in incarceration. In days gone by its proximity to the mainland made it ideal as a leper colony and place of quarantine. Its notoriety peaked in 1960 when the apartheid government used the newly constructed maximum-security section as a political prison. Here leaders of the struggle against racial oppression such as Nelson Mandela and Robert Sibukwe developed their concepts for a post-apartheid South Africa. In recognition, UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee marked the island for its “triumph of the human spirit” and declared it a World Heritage site in 1999.
Two Ocean Aquarium: The southern tip of the African continent is the meeting place of two mighty and bountiful oceans, the Indian and the Atlantic. The Two Oceans Aquarium is ideally positioned to showcase the incredible diversity of marine life found in these two oceans.
Lion Head Hike: It's a fairly easy spiral ascent of 2km, with a bit of climbing near the top using handholds and chains to assist you. As Cape Town's most popular hike, it can get pretty busy – especially around sunset and full moon. Start + end point Signal Hill Drive, at the base of the Forestry Road.
October 15 • Kapama Private Game Reserve (B, L, D)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Today we transfer to the Cape Town airport for your Included flight to Hoedspruit. (flight time: 2hr. 30 min)
On arrival, transfer to Kapama River Lodge in an open safari vehicle. (approx. 30 minutes)
Enjoy lunch and leisure time before setting out for a late afternoon game drive. Dinner at the lodge this evening.
All meals, coffee, snacks, game drives in open safari vehicles, accompanied by experienced rangers, a selection of local drinks and water on the activities and conservation levy included.
Kapama Private Game Reserve offers authentic African safari experiences, stretching across 12,000 hectares. Kapama is known for its diverse wildlife experiences and is home to the big five. With two daily game drives, fascinating encounters with the prolific wildlife is ensured. This contemporary private game lodge is in the Greater Kruger National Park region.
October 16 – 17 • Kapama Private Game Reserve (B, L, D)
Early morning game drive and late afternoon game drive. Breakfast, lunch and dinner at the lodge. Leisure time mid-morning and afternoon,
Kapama River Lodge affords uninterrupted views of this game rich, big 5, reserve. The central guest entertainment areas include a swimming pool, lounge, bar, library and curio shop.
October 18 • Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe (B, D)
Meet in lobby for our private transfer to Kruger Mpumalanga Airport. The transfer takes 2 hours 30 minutes. There is no morning game drive today.
Depart Nelsprult Kruger on your Included flight to Livingstone. Flight time, 1hr. 50min.
On arrival, we will clear immigration, collect our luggage and meet our driver for our private transfer to Ilala Lodge Hotel. The transfer will take approximately 40 minutes. Transfer involves border crossing – have passports accessible.
Check in hotel. Lunch at leisure on your own account.
This evening we transfer to the jetty for our Sunset Dinner Cruise on the Zambezi River (includes house drinks, dinner and river usage fees). A variety of game is consistently spotted, such as hippo, crocodiles as well as a vast plethora of bird species.
After dinner, transfer back to Palm River Hotel where you will relax in luxurious style – listening to the meditative rhythm of the Great Zambezi as you drift to sleep
October 19 • Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe (B)
Breakfast at the lodge.
Depart for private morning tour of the falls and a stop for lunch at the famous Lookout Café. (Lunch is on your own account)
The Victoria Falls – Now in its 150 millionth year, is truly an 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. You will be accompanied through the Rainforest by a qualified guide who provides a brief history of the Falls as well as detail of the flora, fauna, bird & wildlife.
Optional Activity - This afternoon, visit an Elephant Sanctuary and Orphanage – a safe haven to a myriad of orphaned and injured elephants. The elephant encounter will give you the opportunity to unobtrusively interact with some of the biggest personalities in Africa. You will venture out into the bush to spend time with the elephant and the sight of the gentle grey mammals up close and personal. (transfers included)
Dinner at leisure on your own account.
October 20 • Chobe Game Lodge, Chobe River Front (B, L, D)
Breakfast at the lodge.
This morning we depart on private transfer to Chobe Game Lodge. Kasane border crossing from Zimbabwe to Botswana.
Check into Chobe Game Lodge. Enjoy lunch at the lodge and afternoon tea before setting off for an afternoon game activity. Dinner at the lodge.
The Chobe River forms the northern boundary of the Chobe National Park, renowned for its diverse and abundant game viewing opportunities. This section of the park is best know for its dense concentration of wildlife including elephant and hippo populations, and the waters attract all manner of game including large herds of buffalo and the lions that prey on them. A visit to this area guarantees close encounters with an array of African wildlife.
All meals, scheduled activities, refreshments, local spirits and wines, mini bar, laundry service, national park fees and all government taxes included.
October 21 • Chobe Game Lodge, Chobe River Front (B, L, D)
Early morning wake up call.
Tea, coffee, muffins, rusks and fruits served. Depart for a morning game activity. Return to the lodge for a full breakfast. Mid-morning boat cruise where you may spot rare birdlife. Return to the lodge for lunch. Afternoon tea is serviced on the deck (weather permitting). Afternoon game activity followed by dinner at the lodge. Evening at leisure.
October 22 • Chobe Game Lodge, Chobe River Front (B)
Early morning wake up call. Tea, coffee, muffins, rusks and fruits served. Morning game activity returning to lodge for a full breakfast.
Transfer to Kasane Airport for your Included flight to Johannesburg. Flight time 1 hr. 50min.
Depart Johannesburg for your International flight back to Canada.
October 23 • Toronto
Arrive Toronto
TOUR PRICE: C$14,950 per person based on twin accommodation
Solo Supplement: C$4,050
Deposit: 10% deposit per person
2nd Deposit: 25% of trip price Due January 08, 2025
Payments made by e-transfer or cheque. Credit card processing fee 2.2%.
Balance Due: June 11, 2025
Add Prepaid Gratuities: TBA
Meals: 25 meals included (12 Breakfasts | 6 Lunches | 7 Dinners)
Limited to 18 Guests.
5 Nights Cape Town | South Africa
· Private transfer from Cape Town International Airport to The Commodore Hotel
· 5 nights at Commodore Hotel in Standard Rooms including breakfast
· Private half-day Table Mountain & City Tour including, entrance fees and an English-speaking guide
· Dinner @ DenAnkar or similar (excluding drinks)
· Private full-day Cape Peninsula Tour including, entrance fees and an English-speaking guide
· Private full-day Cape Winelands Tour including 1 wine tasting, lunch at Delaire Graaf Restaurant or similar
· Catamaran Tour sailing along the coastline of Cape Town
· Private transfer from the Commodore Hotel to Cape Town International Airport
· Domestic flight from Cape Town to Hoedspruit
3 Nights Kapama Private Game Reserve | South Africa
· Scheduled transfers from Hoedspruit Airport to Kapama River Lodge in an open safari vehicle
· 3 nights at Kapama River Lodge in Deluxe Suites including all meals, tea, coffee, snacks, 2 game drives daily
· Private transfer from Kapama River Lodge to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, Nelspruit
· Domestic flight from Mpumalanga International Airport to Livingstone
2 Nights Victoria Falls | Zimbabwe
· Private transfer from Livingstone Airport to Palm River Hotel
· 2 nights at Palm River Hotel in Deluxe Rooms including breakfast
· Dinner Cruise on the Zambezi River
· Morning Tour of Victoria Falls with an English-speaking guide
· Return private transfer to Lookout Café (meal and drinks excluded)
2 Nights Chobe National Park | Botswana
· Private transfer from Palm River Hotel to Chobe Game Lodge
· 2 nights at Chobe Game Lodge in Standard Rooms including all meals, scheduled activities, refreshments, local spirits and wines
· Scheduled transfer from the lodge to Kasane airport
· Domestic flight from Kasane airport to Johannesburg
Excluded
· International flights
· Zimbabwe Visa | Optional tours | activities other than those specified
· Meals, drinks not specified, premium brand beverages, Items of personal nature
· Porterage, gratuities, travel insurance
There is plenty of opportunity to personalize your travel arrangements. Further Afield Travel and Tours can provide airfare, additional nights at the beginning or end of your tour and prepaid gratuities. Please inquire.
Travel Insurances: Please inquire for individual rates.
The advertised price is in Canadian Dollars and includes security & local taxes per the itinerary.
Group price is based on minimum of 12 guests. Trips with less than 12 guests may be subject to cancellation.
Further Afield Travel and Tours tour leader will accompany the group with a minimum of 16 guests.
Cancellations: 91 days and over prior to departure – loss of per person deposit(s), 90 –61 days prior to departure – 60% per person of the total trip cost, 60 – 31 days prior to departure 90% per person of the total trip cost, 30 days to Day of departure/no show – 100% per person of the total trip cost.
Additional supplier penalties may apply depending on the date of cancellation.
Amendments: An administration fee of $125 may apply to any changes made to your booking once confirmed, including but not limited to changes in pre/post trip accommodation and transfers. Please note that name changes are not allowed and flight changes are subject to availability and airline policies.
Refunds: No refund is available if cancellations occur after the trip has commenced or in respect to any trips, accommodation, meals or any other services not utilized.
Itinerary Changes & Trip Cancellation: Further Afield Travel and Tours reserves the right to vary itineraries should circumstances dictate, as well as cancel or reschedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements, or circumstances beyond its control. Hotels listed may be replaced with similar accommodation should the noted hotel not be available at time of confirmation. The advertised tours require minimum numbers to depart. Should these not be met, Further Afield Travel and Tours reserves the right to cancel arrangements.
Trip Membership: Any person aged 12 or more is eligible, through if less than 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. The Travel Director may at his/her discretion, require any person to withdraw from any trip if he or she deems the person’s acts or conduct offensive or a nuisance to other passengers, and we shall have no further liability.
Air: International Airfare is NOT included and is an additional cost.
General Information
Time Zone
South Africa – local time is GMT + 2
South Africa is 6 hours ahead of Toronto, ON
Therefore when it is 5pm in Toronto, it will be 11pm in South Africa
Electricity
Electrical current is 230 volts, 50Hz. Round, three pin plugs are standard
Currency
South African Currency is the Rand (ZAR), which is divided into 100 cents. Money can be exchanged at banks, bureau de change and large hotels. ATMs are widely available (there is a daily limit for cash withdrawals) and major credit cards (Visa & Mastercard) are widely accepted. It is recommended you carry (2) different credit cards in the event your credit card company blocks a transaction.
Use South African Rands while staying in South Africa and US Dollars while in Zimbabwe and Botswana. Cash or credit card at the lodges, especially in Zimbabwe and Botswana
Tipping: we encourage you to prepay the recommended gratuities for the local guides, drives, game rangers/trackers.
City restaurants and bars, customary tip is 10 - 12%.
Meal Budgets vary considerably. We suggest R 350 – 400 for meal plus gratuity as a good estimate. (C$28 - 32 equivalent)
Drinks estimated (per meal) R100 – R150 per meal in South Africa, $10 – 25 USD in Zimbabwe.
Note: drinks, water, coffee and tea are not included in our group dinners
Extra courses or extra portions ordered during group dinners will be on your account. Please settle direct with the restaurant.
Entry Requirements
Canadian Passport holders, require a passport with 6 months validity on your passport at all times.
Ensure your passport has 3 blank Visa pages, allowing for any necessary stamps upon arrival and departure.
Zimbabwe – Visa required | available upon arrival (est. cost USD $75 p.p., not included)
Health
Travelers arriving in South Africa from infected areas require yellow fever vaccination certificate. Currently there is no vaccination required for those arriving from Canada or the USA. There is a malaria risk and precautions are advised. (Malaria tablets) We recommend you make an appointment with a travel clinic doctor for prescription and advise. Tap Water – is safe in urban areas but bottled water is advised.
Note: It was recommended by the travel clinic doctor to be up to date on Tetanus and Hepatitis A/B.
Out of Country Health Insurance
Please ensure you have out of country health coverage prior to our departure. We can provide you with a Manulife insurance quote for insurance if interested.
Climate / October
Cape Town: High/low 23° / 11°
Average rainfall, 37 mm (1.46 inch)
Expect mild Mediterranean climate
Kapama Game Reserve: High/low 28° / 12°
Average rainfall, 40 mm (1.6 inch)
Temperatures during the summer months can reach highs of 42° and lows of 20° however we expect less variance between day and night temperatures in October. Early morning game drives, may be cooler.
Victoria Falls: High/low 34° / 18° (C°)
Average rainfall, 30 mm (1.18 inch)
Generally hot and dry.
Chobe: High/low 36° / 20°
Generally hot. Dry season April – October
Average rainfall, 25 mm (1 inch)
Disclaimer: We do our utmost to ensure that the information is correct at time of publication, however trip details and promotions are subject to change without notice by the suppliers and operators involved. We update the information as soon as possible when changes are advised to us, however we cannot assume responsibility for such changes made by the suppliers and operators. Terms and conditions per supplier(s).
Further Afield Travel and Tours is a retail travel agency licensed under the Ontario Government Ministry of Consumer and Commercial Relations, Travel Industry Act 2002 - Registration No50021919. Funds on deposit are protected by the Compensation Fund, administered by TICO (Travel Industry Council of Ontario) as defined by the Ontario Travel Industry Act 2002 and Ontario Regulations 26/05.
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