Africa is considered by paleoanthropologists to be the oldest inhabited territory on Earth, with the discovery of fossils in East Africa and evidence of human occupation perhaps as early as 7 million years ago.
South Africa is the only country in the world with three capital cities - Cape Town (legislative capital), Pretoria (administrative capital) and Bloemfontein (judicial capital). Cape Town, South Africa's oldest city, has some interesting places to visit like the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, penguin colony, Congo Caves and Ostrich Farm. Sun City, the 'Las Vegas of South Africa' with its casinos, hotels, resorts, vibrant complexes, golf courses, mock volcanoes and extravagant shows, is a playground for the rich and famous. Africa has a wild population of carnivores (lions, hyenas, and cheetahs) and herbivores (buffalo, deer, elephants, camels, and giraffes) ranging freely on primarily open non-private plains. It is also home to a variety of jungle creatures like snakes and primates, and aquatic life, including crocodiles and amphibians. Mammals like lions, leopards, white rhinos, blue wildebeest, kudus, impalas, hyenas, hippopotamus and giraffes are found in the bushveld habitat of Kruger National Park, Mala Mala Reserve and Waterberg Biosphere. South Africa houses many endemic species of animals, among them the critically endangered Riverine Rabbit in the Karoo.
East Africa, consisting mainly of Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Somalia and Ethiopia, among others, is known for its magnificent physical features, with the two highest mountains in Africa located here - Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya. River Nile, the longest river in Africa originates from Africa's biggest lake, Lake Nyanza (Lake Victoria), and Lake Nakuru is popular for its pink flamingos. The region is also famous for its game reserves located at the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania and Masai Mara in Kenya; the rhino sanctuary, Rothchild's giraffe and for its research on Chimpanzees. Politically, East Africa is famous for its hospitality to refugees and its involvement in the fight against apartheid in South Africa. Historically, East Africa was known for the extensive trade networks that penetrated the region and linked together people from various backgrounds. Swahili is the most widely used language among the 1,000 languages spoken in Africa.
Africa straddles the equator and encompasses numerous climate areas - from subarctic on its highest peaks, to primarily desert or arid climate in the North, to tropical in most of its plains. While its central and southern areas contain both savanna plains and very dense jungle (rainforest) regions, in some convergent areas, vegetation patterns such as sahel and steppe dominate. Africa is extremely rich in plant biodiversity, with more than 20,000 different plants. While South Africa has a great wealth of flowering plants, it has few forests.
Kenya Family Safari - 7 days / 6 nights
Day 01 - NAIROBI On arrival you will be met by our representative who will transfer you to your hotel. Later in the day visit the village market, the rest of the day is at leisure for you to enjoy the city on your own. All meals on own arrangements. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 02 - NAIROBI - MASAI MARAAfter breakfast at the hotel, leave Nairobi, you travel west through the Kenya's fertile highlands. You now travel across the "breadbasket" of Kenya, covered with acres of wheat and barley, before you reach your camp/lodge. Lunch at the lodge. An afternoon game drive in the Masai Mara Game Reserve, considered by many as Kenya's leading game sanctuary. (5.5 HRS DRIVING) Overnight at Lodge / Camp B,L,D. Day 03 - MASAI MARADepart on an early morning game drive returning for a late breakfast followed by time at leisure. Lunch at your camp giving way to an optional siesta.Afternoon game drives in the reserve before returning to your camp for dinner. Overnight at Lodge / Camp B,L,D. Day 04 - Lake Nakuru Leaving Masai Mara after breakfast, head to Lake Nakuru colored a shimmering flamingo pink from thousands of the beautiful birds lining its shores. You'll drive through the park and arrive at your Lodge. Drive along the shores, the main spectacle at this lake is provided by the numerous Flamingoes, which feed on the abundant algae on the lake. The park also has Kenya's first Rhino Sanctuary and also hosts the rare Rothchild's giraffe. After the game-cum-bird viewing, return to the lodge for dinner. (4.5 DRIVING) Overnight at Lodge B,L,D. Day 05 - LAKE NAKURU - MOUNTAIN LODGE An early morning start takes you southeast to the Aberdare Region. Arrive and transfer to Mountain Lodge. Lunch will be served at the Mountain Lodge. Dinner at the Lodge followed by a night of game viewing. Overnight at Mountain Lodge B,L,D. NB: Children under 7 years permitted at the lodge on request. Day 06 - MOUNT KENYAAfter breakfast drive to the Mount Kenya region to arrive at the world famous Mount Kenya Safari Club. Lunch at Mount Kenya Safari Club followed by an afternoon at leisure to enjoy the various optional activities offered by the club that include: swimming, golf, Trout fishing, Horse riding, bowling, tennis or a visit to the Animal Orphanage nearby. Dinner at the Club. Overnight at Mt. Kenya Safari Club B,L,D NOTE : Smart casual wear is acceptable in the Main Dining Room. The following dress is not acceptable at dinner: T-shirts, polo shirts, jeans, sports shoes, sneakers, sandals. Day 07 - NAIROBI - DEPARTAfter breakfast, drive back to Nairobi (3 hrs) in time for lunch. Transfer to the airport to take your flight to India . Tour Includes : Services of experienced driver-guide, accommodation, Park fees, game drives, Meals as shown in the itinerary and airport transfers.
Tanzania Trails - 6days / 5 nights
Day 01 ManyaraTransfer from Nairobi by Shuttle to Tanzania border point at Namanga (2.5 hrs). Drive to Arusha (2.5 hrs) stopping for lunch at the picturesque Mountain Village on the shores of Lake Duluti, and on to Lake Manyara National Park (3 hrs). Dinner and overnight is at the Lake Manyara Hotel (L, D).
Day 02 SerengetiAfter a morning game drive in Manyara, on to Serengeti’s “endless plains”, home to the greatest remaining concentration of African plains game (4 hrs). Dinner and overnight is at the Serengeti Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 03 SerengetiMorning and afternoon game drives in the Serengeti. Dinner and overnight is at the Serengeti Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 04 Serengeti – NgorongoroAfter breakfast, drive to Ngorongoro (3 hrs) with an enroute visit to Olduvai Gorge, the “cradle of mankind”. After a picnic lunch, drive up to the rim of the enormous Ngorongoro Crater. Dinner and overnight is at the Ngorongoro Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 05 NgorongoroAfter breakfast, descend by 4WD vehicle into the Ngorongoro Crater, a World Heritage site. Spend the entire day in this microcosm of eternal Africa, viewing a wide variety of wildlife, taking a break by a hippo pool for a picnic lunch. Dinner and overnight is at the Ngorongoro Lodge (B, L, D)
Day 06 DepartAfter breakfast, drive to Arusha (4 hrs) then transfer to Nairobi (5 hrs) by shuttle for your onward journey (B).
ACCOMMODATION SUBJECT TO AVAILABILTYHotels / lodges may apply surcharges during Easter/peak periodsPlease note that a yellow fever vaccination is compulsory if travelling to Kenya and Tanzania and needs to be taken a minimum of 10 days prior to date of departure.
Spectacular South Africa - 10days / 9 nights
DAY 01 - CAPE TOWN : The Mother CitySet against the spectacular backdrop of Table Mountain, Cape Town is South Africa's oldest city. Arrive at Cape Town Airport. Transfer to your hotel. Spend the day at leisure. Experience the magic of Victoria & Alfred Waterfront where there are shops, cafes and entertainment a plenty! Enjoy a taste of local culture on squares alive with market stalls and vibrant music. Overnight at the hotel. Day 02 - CAPE TOWN : Cape Point TourLeave after breakfast for the Cape Point Tour to visit the famous Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens before traveling along the coast to Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Board the Funicular (optional) to reach the hillcrest. Later visit the penguin colony. Return via Hout Bay, with a short stop at the harbour, Sea Point and the city. Overnight at the hotel. DAY 03 - CAPE TOWN : Table Mountain TourAfter your breakfast, depart for the Half day city sightseeing and Table Mountain Tour. (weather permitting) You will take a ride in the cable car to go up to the Mountain, where your guide explains the various flora and fauna. You are then taken on a city tour of Cape Town.(Note: The cable Car ticket is not included as the tour is weather permitting) Overnight at the Hotel. DAY 04 - CAPE TOWN - On the Garden Route Depart after breakfast via the scenic Sir Lowry's Pass and the apple orchards of Grabouw to the historic town of Swellendam . Experience the semi-desert areas of the Klein Karoo and drive through quaint towns before arriving in the 'Ostrich capital' Oudtshoorn. Overnight at the hotel. DAY 05 - GARDEN ROUTE - Visit to the Ostrich FarmLeave to visit the famous Cango Caves after breakfast. Time permitting we can also visit the Cheetah and Crocodile Ranch (Optional). Continue to an Ostrich farm for a guided tour and over the Robinson Pass covered in Fynbos vegetation to Mossel Bay and to visit the old 'Post Office Tree' and then carry on to Knysna. Overnight at the Hotel. DAY 06 - GARDEN ROUTE - JOHANNESBURG Breakfast at the Hotel; Transfer to Port Elizabeth Airport to take flight to Johannesburg. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Rest of day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel. DAY 07 - JOHANNESBURG - SUN CITY Depart after breakfast on a scenic drive from Johannesburg to Suncity. One of the premier holiday resorts in the Southern Hemisphere, it is also known as the Las Vegas of South Africa, with vibrant complexes including the Palace of the Lost City. Discover world class Casinos and restaurants catering to various tastes and extensive sporting facilities including two world-class golf courses. Overnight at the hotel. DAY 08- SUN CITY After breakfast, spend the day at leisure in the Sun City complex, nestled in the rugged bushveld of Pilanesburg, Sun City is the playground of the rich and the famous. Enjoy splashing around in the Valley of Waves, walk across the Bridge of Time, guarded by its mighty elephants while an ingenuous mock-volcano bellows forth its smoke and lava. Tonight, you can go for the exciting Extravaganza show. Overnight at the hotel. DAY 09- SUN CITY / JOHANNESBURG Depart Sun City after breakfast to get to Johannesburg. Transfer to your hotel. The day is at leisure for shopping on your own arrangements. Overnight at the hotel. DAY 10 - JOHANNESBURG DEPARTAfter breakfast, transfer to Johannesburg airport and take your flight back home.
Scenic South Africa in Style- 10 days / 9 Nights
DAY 01 MUMBAI - CAPE TOWN - The Mother CityArrive at Cape Town Airport. Transfer to your hotel. Set against the spectacular backdrop of Table Mountain, Cape Town is South Africa’s oldest city. Spend the day at leisure. Experience the magic of Victoria & Alfred Waterfront where there are shops, cafes and entertainment a plenty! Overnight is at the hotel B/B
DAY 02 CAPE TOWN – City Tour and Table MountainYour guide will meet you at the hotel this morning and take you on a Half Day Orientation City tour of Cape Town, including a walk through the Company Gardens and a cable car ride up Table Mountain. Return to the hotel at lunchtime. Overnight is at the hotel B/B
DAY 03 CAPE TOWN – Cape Point TourToday you will be taken on a Full Day Cape Point tour, including a cruise to Seal Island a visit to Cape Point Nature Reserve and a ride up the Funicular, a visit to the Penguins at Boulders Beach and a walk through the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon.Overnight is at the hotel B/B
DAY 04 CAPE TOWN – On the Garden RouteDepart after breakfast via the scenic Sir Lowry’s passing and visit the Post Office Tree and the Diaz Museum. Experience the semi-desert areas of the Klein Karoo and drive through quaint towns before arriving in the ‘Ostrich capital’ Oudtshoorn. Overnight is at the hotel B/B
DAY 05 GARDEN ROUTE Visit to the Ostrich farmLeave to visit the famous Cango Caves after breakfast. Time permitting we can also visit the Cheetah and Crocodile Ranch (Optional). Continue to an Ostrich farm for a guided tour and then carry on to Knysna. Overnight is at the hotel B/B
DAY 06 GARDEN ROUTE – Cruise on the LagoonBreakfast is at the Hotel. This morning we enjoy a tour of Knysna and then an afternoon cruise to the Knysna Quays. Evening is at leisure. Overnight is at the hotel B/B
DAY 07 GARDEN ROUTE – JOHANNESBURG - SUN CITYBreakfast at the Hotel; Transfer to George Airport to take flight to Johannesburg (not included in the rate). Upon arrival, transfer to Sun City. Rest of day is at leisure. One of the premier holiday resorts in the Southern Hemisphere, it is also known as the Las Vegas of South Africa, with vibrant complexes including the Palace of the Lost City. Discover world class Casinos and restaurants catering to various tastes and extensive sporting facilities including two world-class golf courses. Overnight is at the hotel B/B
DAY 08 SUNCITYAfter breakfast the entire day is at leisure for you to explore this place on your own. Overnight is at the hotel B/B
DAY 09 SUNCITY - JOHANNESBURGDepart Sun City after breakfast to get to Johannesburg. Transfer to your hotel. The day is at leisure for shopping on your own arrangements. Overnight is at the hotel B/B
DAY 10 JOHANNESBURG - MUMBAIAfter breakfast, transfer to Johannesburg airport and take your flight back to Mumbai.
Kruger Extension - 3 days / 2 Nights
Day 01 - KRUGER NATIONAL PARK - On to Kruger!Depart from Johannesburg and head east through the spectacular Mpumalanga. We continue into the world famous Kruger National Park, this national park at nearly 2 million hectares is unrivalled in the diversity of its animal life, home to more species of wildlife than any other park on the continent. Spend the afternoon, game viewing in an open safari vehicle. Overnight at the camp. (D) DAY 02 – KRUGER NATIONAL PARK – A day in the wildAfter breakfast amongst natural surroundings enjoy an early morning game drive viewing animals in the African bushveld where the plains are touched with golden browns, grasslands flecked with multiple shades of green. Spend an afternoon at a game drive where you can enjoy the breeze and earthy smells and possible sightings of a rhino snorting or a giraffe quenching its thirst. You can relax in the evening. Overnight at the camp. (B, D) DAY 03 - KRUGER NATIONAL PARK / JOHANNESBURG - Return to the city of gold!After breakfast travel via the Panoramic Route towards Johannesburg as you pass through the quaint towns and Mountain passes. Arrive in Johannesburg and transfer to the airport. End of services.
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