Cape Town, Safari, and Victoria Falls Adventure

Cape Town, Safari, and Victoria Falls Adventure

This eleven-day African luxury adventure itinerary curated by Dream Vacations, focusing on three major destinations: Cape Town, Kruger National Park's Sabi Sands, and Victoria Falls. The first four days detail an exploration of Cape Town's cultural, architectural, and natural beauty, including Table Mountain, the V&A Waterfront, the Cape Peninsula, and the Stellenbosch Winelands. Days five through seven describe an immersive safari experience in Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve, emphasising game drives and guided walks to spot the Big Five. The final portion of the trip, days eight through ten, focuses on Victoria Falls, spanning both Zimbabwe and Zambia, featuring activities like a sunset Zambezi cruise, a guided tour of the Falls, an elephant encounter, and a rhino walking safari, concluding with a cultural Boma dinner show.

The expertise and precise planning demonstrated by Greg and Laurie Shuss of Dream Vacations are evident through the quality and detailed nature of the "Cape Town, Safari, and Victoria Falls Adventure" itinerary they have assembled.

The comprehensive, eleven-day itinerary showcases meticulous planning, focusing on private transfers, optimal timing, and unique, high-value cultural and wildlife experiences:
1. Seamless Transfers and VIP Service: The planning begins immediately upon arrival in Cape Town with a VIP meet and greet followed by a private transfer to the hotel. The journey concludes with a private transfer to the airport on Day 11.
2. Optimizing Sightseeing Timing: The itinerary includes expert advice on the best time for specific excursions, such as scheduling the Table Mountain visit for the early morning to avoid the "tablecloth" of clouds that can obscure the magnificent views.
3. Emphasis on Private and Exclusive Touring: Many excursions are planned as private tours, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience:
    ◦ A Private half day city tour in Cape Town, including a visit to Table Mountain by cable car.
    ◦ A Private full day tour of the Cape Peninsula, covering iconic routes like Chapman's Peak Drive and a stop at Boulders Beach to see the endangered African penguins.
    ◦ A Private tour of the winelands, allowing guests to explore Stellenbosch and experience wine tasting at esteemed wine estates.
    ◦ A Private tour the Falls through the Rainforest at Victoria Falls.
4. In-Depth Safari Knowledge: The plan includes experiences in the renowned Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve, adjacent to Kruger National Park, which is famous for exceptional game viewing and being one of the best places in the world to encounter the legendary Big Five. The scheduling ensures optimal viewing, with two game drives offered daily—a morning drive and an afternoon drive—plus a unique 'night drive' on the return to encounter nocturnal species.
5. Curated Once-in-a-Lifetime Activities: The itinerary incorporates activities that demonstrate deep destination knowledge and access to specialized operators:
    ◦ A guided walking safari in Sabi Sands, offering an intimate opportunity to track animals and connect deeply with the African wilderness, noticing smaller wonders often missed during game drives.
    ◦ An afternoon sunset cruise on the Zambezi River aboard the Ra-Ikane fleet, whose monohull design allows for navigation closer to the banks and wildlife.
    ◦ A once in a lifetime elephant encounter where guests spend 2.5–3 hours observing and connecting with the elephants in a natural environment.
    ◦ A Walk with White Rhino in the Mosi O Tunya National Park in Zambia, a u