Day 1:
Arrive at OR Thambo International Airport at Johannesburg. Connecting flight to George from where you will transfer to your hotel in Plettenberg Bay or Knysna.
Remainder of day at leisure.

Day 2:
Visit Plettenberg Bay, South Africa's most popular holiday destination and then proceed to the Tsitsikamma Forest, an indigenous forest with giant yellowwood trees, lush vegetation and  deep gorges. Travel through the magnificent Nature's Valley and Bloukrans Pass and visit the "Big Tree" an 800 year old yellowwood. At the Storms River mouth there are several short walking trails into the forest.

Day 3:
This morning enjoy an unforgettable 4 hour tour of the Featherbed Nature Reserve. This private nature reserve is accessible only by ferry and the excursion includes the ferry trip across the Knysna Lagoon to the reserve, a 4x4 trailer ride to the top of the Western Head of Knysna and an optional 2,2km walk down the "Bush Buck" trail, through milkwood forests, onto the sandstone cliffs and into the historic beachcomber caves.

After lunch do an ocean safari at Plettenberg Bay, visit Monkeyland and the adjacent Birds of Eden or the Tenikwe Wildlife Awareness Centre.

Day 4:
Depart Plettenberg Bay/Knysna for Oudtshoorn, known as the ostrich capital of the world. Visit the Cango Caves, a magical journey through massive caverns and fascinating limestone formations, an ostrich farm and the CP Nel Museum.   
Late afternoon flight to Cape Town
Transfer to your hotel on the sea front.

Day 5:
Today you'll discover why Cape Town is known as one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Sightseeing will include a cable-car ride to the top of Table Mountain for breathtaking sweeping views over the Cape Peninsula; and then on to Cape Point. Stop en route at the granite boulders that are found along this magnificent coast, with wonderful views of the Twelve Apostles and the back of Table Mountain. On to Hout Bay, a charming fishing village from one can board a boat (weather permitting) to Duiker Island to see the mass of Cape Fur Seals. At the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve take the funicular to the top for spectacular views over the False Bay coast, while enjoying the fynbos and many baboons in the reserve. On to Boulders Beach to visit the largest colony of Jackass Penguins in Africa, returning to the city via Simonstown and the scenic Boyes Drive.

Day 6:
Spend the day touring in the winelands, with its backdrop of majestic mountain ranges and lush valleys. Stop for cellar tours and tastings where one has the opportunity to purchase wines. Visit the Village museum at Stellenbosch, the "town of oaks" and South Africa's second oldest town; a scenic drive over the Helshoogte Pass takes one to Franschhoek, nestled in the valley where the French Huguenots first settled. Return to Cape Town via Paarl.

Day 7:
Fly from Cape Town to Nelspruit. Transfer by road or light aircraft to a private game lodge for a 2-night stay. The game drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles with an experienced ranger and tracker offer exciting sightings of Africa's "Big 5" plus a host of other animals and magnificent birdlife.

Day 8:
Activities as per game lodge -  game drives and an optional bush walk, accompanied by an armed ranger. Learn about the flora and fauna and enjoy the freedom and tranquillity of the bush.

Day 9:
After your early morning game drive and breakfast it's time to pack your bags for flight to Johannesburg. Proceed to International Departures for return Trans-Atlantic flight.

Itinerary No 1: Price from US$4,000

Sample Itinerary No 2

Day 1:
Arrive at OR Thambo International Airport at Johannesburg.
You will be met on arrival and assisted to the International Departures for your flight to Livingston or Victoria Falls.
Transfer to your hotel and check in for a 2-night stay. Enjoy a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River.

Day 2:
Choose from a wide variety of activities. For the energetic and adventurous, choose to spend the day white-water rafting or canoeing on the mighty Zambezi River or enjoy an elephant back safari.

Day 3:
Depart early for a full day's tour to the Chobe National Park, Botswana, home of some of the largest elephant herds in Africa. Cruise on the Chobe River with a chance of spotting elephant and other game species coming to drink and bathe in the river, as well as many bird species. After lunch enjoy a game drive in an open vehicle - see large elephant herds, lion, buffalo as well as numerous plains species.

Day 4:
Guided tour of the Falls. Whether gazing at the Falls, sodden from the spray of the rain forest, looking down on its mists from a helicopter, microlite of hot-air balloon, the Falls always evoke awe. This natural wonder, one of the 7 natural wonders of the world, is a "must see" for any serious traveller. Return flight to Johannesburg and onward flight to Cape Town.Transfer to your hotel on the sea front.

Day 5:
Today you'll discover why Cape Town is regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Sightseeing will include a cable-car ride to the top of Table Mountain for breathtaking sweeping views over the Cape Peninsula; and then on to Cape Point. Stop en route at the granite boulders that are found along this magnificent coast, with wonderful views of the Twelve Apostles and the back of Table Mountain. On to Hout Bay, a charming fishing village from one can board a boat (weather permitting) to Duiker Island to see the mass of Cape Fur Seals. At the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve take the funicular to the top for spectacular views over the False Bay coast, while enjoying the fynbos and many baboons in the reserve. On to Boulders Beach to visit the largest colony of Jackass Penguins in Africa, returning to the city via Simonstown and the scenic Boyes Drive.

Day 6:
Spend the day touring in the winelands, with its backdrop of majestic mountain ranges and lush valleys. Stop for cellar tours and tastings where one has the opportunity to purchase wines. Visit the Village museum at Stellenbosch, the "'town of oaks" and South Africa's second oldest town; a scenic drive over the Helshoogte Pass takes one to Franschhoek, nestled in the valley where the French Huguenots first settled. Return to Cape Town via Paarl.

Day 7:
Fly from Cape Town to Nelspruit. Transfer by road or light aircraft to a private game lodge for a 2 night stay. The game drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles with an experienced ranger and tracker offer exciting sightings of Africa's "Big 5" plus a host of other animals and magnificent birdlife.

Day 8:
Activities as per game lodge - game drives and an optional bush walk, accompanied by an armed ranger. You'll learn about the flora and fauna and will enjoy the freedom and tranquillity of the bush.

Day 9:
After your early morning game drive and breakfast it's time to pack your bags for flight to Johannesburg. Proceed to International Departures for return Trans-Atlantic flight

Itinerary No 2: Price from US$4400

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