Experience the stunning beauty of South Africa on this African Safari trip for women. Cape Town, one of the most gorgeous cities in the world, is our gateway to a land of magnificence and majesty, yet with a dark and poignant history. Explore the background of recent and colonial South African history. We will explore Table Mountain and its wonderful views over the city of Cape Town. Well pay a visit to Penguin Island and explore the sea life and the gorgeous beaches here. A day tour through the Cape Wine Lands tasting the South African wines and enjoying lunch at one of the wineries. We finish off this adventure with an African Safari a True “Trip of a Lifetime” experience. You’ll get a chance to see the “BIG 5” as well as many other varieties of animals as each day presents a new experience in the wild.
Day 1: October 3 Depart for your overnight flight to South Africa. You can fly direct into Cape Town or fly to Johannesburg (JNB) and take a connecting flight to Cape Town. (CPT)
Day 2: October 4 Arrival Day into Cape Town.
On arrival at the Cape Town International Airport guests will be met by our Women’s Travel Group representative who will assist you at the airport. You will then be transferred to the hotel with the remainder of the day at leisure. Enjoy the stunning views of the ocean and take the day to relax and get on schedule. This hotel in Cape Town’s Waterfront will be your base during your stay in Cape Town.
The Premier Hotel Sea Point Waterfront for 4 nights.
Day 3: October 5 Cape Peninsula – Cape of Good Hope Nature preserve
Today you will meet your guide who will take on a Peninsula tour visiting Cape Point in the Table Mountain National Park (the most South Westerly point of the African Continent) passing through small fishing towns and Simonstown (a British Naval Base for about 100 years and now home of the South African Navy) you will be told the story of Just Nuisance a great Dane dog which attached its self to the British Sailors in WW2.
We will also visit the penguin colony at Boulders beach. Travel via the 12 Apostles and Hout Bay, as well as Chapmans Peak – one of the region’s most dramatic mountain drives offering amazing panoramic views over the city and environs. Continue to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, established in 1939 to protect 19,000 acres of indigenous flora and fauna. The reserve comes to an end at majestic Cape Point. Situated at the junction of two of earth’s most contrasting water masses – the cold Benguela current on the West Coast and the warm Agulhas current on the East Coast, the Cape of Good Hope popularity perceived as the meeting point of the Atlantic and the Indian Oceans. (B, L, D)
Day 4: October 6 Cape Wine lands Tour
Today you will be taken on a tour to the Cape Wine lands area visiting the vineyards of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek enjoying wine tastings at 3 wine farms. The scenery along the way is just beautiful with the historical Taal Monument near Paarl. The wines from South Africa varies and offer you a fine example of the local wines both red and white. You will also be enjoying lunch in this historic region at a wine farm.
Dinner in town tonight. (B,L, D)
Day 5: October 7 Table Mountain – Cape Town Tour
Following breakfast, we will depart on an informative Cape Town city tour including a drive past City Hall, and the Parliament.
Table Mountain – A flat-topped mountain forming a prominent landmark overlooking the city of Cape Town. We will be using the cable way to reach the top of the mountain. The mountain forms part of the Table Mountain National Park. The main feature of Table Mountain is the level plateau approximately (2 mi) from side to side, edged by impressive cliffs. The plateau, flanked by Devil’s Peak to the east and by Lion’s Head to the west, forms a dramatic backdrop to Cape Town. This broad sweep of mountainous heights, together with Signal Hill, forms the natural amphitheater of the City Bowl and Table Bay harbor.
This evening you will visit The Gold Restaurant in Cape Town to sample some traditional African foods and partake in the local drumming experience. (B,L,D)
Day 6: October 8 – Depart Cape Town for our Safari Adventure to Kruger Park
After breakfast we transfer to the airport for our flight to Kapama.
Upon arrival we are transferred to our lodge.
Game drive today for your first safari adventure.
Hot Air balloon rides can be arranged here at an extra cost during your stay here.
Kapama Game Lodge for 2 nights (B,L,D)
Day 7: October 9 – On Safari Game Lodge with 2 game drives. (B,L,D)
Day 8: October 10 – This morning enjoy a Safari Game drive at Kapama. Then check out of the lodge and transfer to our next destination. You will enjoy a boat tour in the Blyde River Canyon for a unique experience. It is unquestionably the largest green canyon due to its lush subtropical foliage. A guided tour will take you to the rare living waterfall of Kadishi Tufa and the Three Rondawels. An abundance of wildlife will keep you entertained while learning about the natural history of Blyde Canyon.
Enjoy a 3-hour Kruger safari this afternoon.
Lindiwe Lodge for 1 night. (B,L,D)
Day 9: October 11– Departure Day
After breakfast you will be driven to the airport for your flight to Johannesburg to then connect with your international flight home.
You may opt to spend additional nights at the Lodge.
Please consult with us on the best air options. (B)
Visitors from the US and Canada need a valid passport, Visas are not required for Americans or Canadians visiting for less than 3 months. If you are a citizen of another country you need a passport and should check any Visa requirements for your country of residency. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the date you intend to leave your home country. Make sure you check your passport expiry date at least 2 months prior to travel. Before traveling abroad it’s a good idea to make two photocopies of your passport, driver’s license and credit cards. Leave one copy at home with a friend or family member and another bring with you.
South Africa is 2 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time year-round, which is 7 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time in the U.S.
Cape Town has a Mediterranean climate, with dry and warm summers (from October to February). The weather will be in the high 70’s for day and mid 50’s for evenings.
The official currency in South Africa is the South African Rand. The written abbreviation is R, or ZAR. The best way to get cash in the local currency is from an ATM or at the Currency exchange centers. Keep in mind that most banks impose a fee every time a card is used at another bank’s ATM, and that fee can be higher for international transactions ($5 – $8) so try and withdraw as few times as possible. Credit cards are accepted by most shops and restaurants however check with your credit card company regarding foreign exchange fees. You will also have a better chance making deals at local shops if paying with cash.
Outlets in South Africa supply 220/230 volts of electric current. Most plugs are 15 amp 3-prong or 5 amp 2-prong, with round pins. It is best to purchase one before travel however adapters can be purchased locally.
South Africa levies a 14% value-added tax (VAT) on most goods and services. Make sure this is included in any quoted price. Foreign visitors are not exempt for paying VAT on purchased goods. They may, however, claim back VAT paid on items taken out of the country when the total value of any one item exceeds R250. The refund may be obtained by presenting the tax invoice (make sure it has a VAT registration number on it) along with your passport to the VAT Refund Administrator’s offices, which are located at the International Airports.
Your health insurance provider may not cover you while traveling to South Africa so it is best to check with them prior to travel. It is always advisable to purchase a travel insurance plan while traveling abroad. This way you will be covered for accidents, injury and illness. No vaccines are required for South Africa however Hepatitis B and Typhoid are recommenced and Malaria if any is low. However check with your personal doctor first.
This tour is slightly active. There is walking during the Cape Town, Penguin Beach and Table Mountain tours. While on safari you will be spending a few hours in the vehicle rides off road. At each stop we will be walking some. To be able to fully enjoy the tour and participate in scheduled activities, you need to be able to walk, at a leisurely pace, up to 3 or 4 or so miles on some days. You should be able to stand unassisted for up to 30 minutes at times during the tours. You will need be able to keep up with the group without any assistance. At times you will need manage your own luggage. This trip is pretty easy for the average person however if you can’t or choose not to participate in certain activities this is at your own discretion. However it cannot affect the groups participation nor can any tours or activities or refunds be offered or changed due to an individual not being able or not wanting to participate.
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