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Escorted Tours h South Africa
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1 Table Mountain from Cape Town harbour
2 Elephant, Kruger National Park
3 Victoria Falls, Livingstone
4 Barrels at winery estate in the Winelands, South Africa
uk DEPARTUREs
h Jan 05, 19
h Feb 02, 16
h Mar 02, 16
h Apr 13
h May 11
h Jul 13
h Aug 17
h Sep 14
h Oct 12, 19
h Nov 09, 23
h Dec 28.
NAMIBIA
Chobe N. P.
Livingstone
SOUTH
AFRICA
Victoria Falls
BOTSWANA
ZIMBABWE
Three Rondavels
Bourke’s Luck Potholes
Pretoria
Johannesburg
Kruger N. P.
Mpumalanga
province
2
3
4
NEED TO KNOW
MEAL PLAN h Breakfast throughout, plus dinner on days
1 and 10. Extension to Chobe includes breakfast
throughout, 1 lunch and 2 dinners.
ACCOMMODATION h 3 or 4 Star accommodation as
detailed below. Alternatives to those listed may be used
on occasion according to local availability.
GRATUITIES h Small amounts are often recommended for
services such as porterage. We recommend tipping your
guide at the end of your tour.
TRAVEL TIPS h Sun cream, a wide brimmed hat and a
camera are essential. Don’t wear bright colours or white
on safari – muted browns and greens are best.
GROUP SIZE h Maximum 14 passengers.
MINIMUM NUMBERS h This tour is subject to a minimum
number of passengers (see p204).
NB h Minimum age 12 years. h Passports are required for
entry into Zambia (passport holders requiring visas must
arrange this prior to arrival). Zambia and Botswana only
accept visa payments in cash – no credit card facilities
are available at border entry points, including airports.
h Travellers cheques are not accepted as payment in
Zambia. h ZAWA park levy of US$10 per person payable
on arrival for guests staying at the David Livingstone
Safari Lodge (subject to change).
Stellenbosch
Cape Town
Cape Peninsula N. P.
Franschhoek
K uoni Exclusive
ESCORTED small group tour
INDIAN
OCEAN
Highlights of Southern Africa operates exclusively for
Kuoni Customers.
For latest offer details and applicable dates check online
or call our Personal Travel Experts. See p201 for details.
Highlights of Southern Africa tour is escorted by an
English speaking driver/guide in South Africa (Day 1 to
Day 09). In Zambia (Day 09 to Day 11), assistance is
provided by local representatives. Groups will be a
maximum of 14 passengers. Extensions are not escorted
but assistance is provided by our local representatives.
tailor made & upgr ades
tailor made h Don’t forget you can tailor make your
own Kuoni holiday.
DAY 7 h Embark on a full day tour of the dramatic changing
landscape of the Panorama Route. Stop at the unusual rock
formations of the Bourke’s Luck Potholes and take
postcard-perfect pictures at God’s Window vantage point
and the Three Rondavels (approx. 220 miles, 8 hours).
DAY 8 h Travel back to Johannesburg for a tour of Pretoria,
including a drive past the Union Buildings – the official seat
of the South African Government, and the historic centre at
Church Square. A visit to the imposing Voortrekker Monument
follows, built to honour the pioneers who left the Cape in
the 19th Century. Spend tonight at Peermont Mondior
(Three and Four Star) (approx. 350 miles, 10 hours).
DAY 9 h Relax on an hour and a half flight from
Johannesburg to Livingstone, Zambia, home to the natural
wonder of Victoria Falls. Transfer to your hotel and enjoy
the remainder of the day at leisure, perhaps admiring the
colonial buildings and museums, or browsing the various
craft markets. Stay overnight at the Zambezi Sun
(Three Star) or David Livingstone Safari Lodge (Four Star)
(approx. 20 miles, 1 hour).
DAY 10 h Take a tour of the Zambian side of Victoria Falls,
known locally as Mosi-ao-Tunya: the smoke that thunders.
Come to terms with the sheer size, noise and volume of the
world’s largest waterfalls (highest water levels March –
May) as you walk through the Mosi-ao-Tunya National Park.
Stop at the many viewpoints including ‘Knife-Edge Bridge’
and the ‘Boiling Pot’. Later, embark on a sunset cruise on
the Zambezi River, followed by a farewell dinner at the
Zambezi Sun hotel.
DAY 11 h Transfer to the airport for your onward journey or
alternatively, transfer to Chobe National Park for a further
two nights on safari.
YOUR CHOICE
OF EXTENSIONS
CHOBE, FROM £785, REF AS9179
DAY 11 h Cross the border from Zambia to Botswana and
embark on a game drive in an open vehicle for a different
wildlife viewing experience in the Chobe National Park.
Spend two nights at the Chobe Game Lodge (Four Star).
DAY 12 h Spend the morning on another game drive before
taking a boat safari on the Chobe River, with lunch included
at a local lodge.
DAY 13 h Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
guide price
from
£2995 per person
30 apr-30 aug 2013 – 3 star option (ref as9175)
high season (31 aug-09 oct 2013) from £3079
£3379 per person
30 apr-29 sep 2013 – 4 star option (ref as9176)
high season (30 sep-21 nov 2013) from £3399
Guide price in £ per person based on 2 people sharing for 10 nights
incl. meal plan as detailed, economy flights on South Africa Airways
from London Heathrow and group transfers.
IMPORTANT HOLIDAY INFORMATION: The price we confirm at the time of booking is the price we guarantee. Prices vary depending on the date you wish to travel and the elements included in your package.
Please read p201-205 before you book your holiday. For further information and to tailor make your holiday, please call us or go to www.kuoni.co.uk for the best available price.