Trip Details
Cape Town | Lion Sands Game Reserve | Johannesburg | Victoria Falls
- Summary
- Itinerary
- Pricing
- Options & Add-ons
Experience
- Unmatched luxury in stunning accommodations at Lion Sands Ivory Lodge.
- The ultimate in Cape Town luxury at The Silo.
- Breathtaking rooms at Victoria Falls Island Lodge Treehouse Suites.
Discover
- Cape Town's scenic splendor, home to Table Mountain and the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.
- South Africa's majestic wildlife on thrilling game drives in Lion Sands.
- The awesome power of Victoria Falls.
Enjoy
- 60-minute TheraNaka Luxury Fusion Relaxation Massage.
- A complimentary 1-night sleepout at Lion Sands' Kingston or Chalkley’s Treehouse (based on availability).
Choice
At additional cost:
- Visit Robben Island for a moving perspective on Nelson Mandela’s 18 years in prison.
The experience contributes to ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education, and/or promotes lifelong learning opportunities for all through a stay at Victoria Falls Island Lodge. The need for a preschool was recognised by the management and owners of Zambezi Crescent Collection who embarked on building the school in 2017. Today, the community project is well established in providing free schooling to all pre-schoolers living in the National Park’s Staff Village.
Day 1 - Arrive Cape Town
On arrival in Cape Town Airport, you will be met by a Lion World Travel representative and transferred to the luxurious Silo Hotel towering above the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront.
Built in the grain elevator portion of the historic grain silo complex occupying six floors above the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa, with the iconic Table Mountain as its backdrop.
Accommodation: The Silo - Silo Room
Day 2 - Cape Town
A day of leisure to enjoy Cape Town to explore the many attractions in and around the city. Enjoy Cape Town's scenery, culture and food or simply relax on the fashionable beaches of Camps Bay or Clifton.
To see all of the day tour options that Lion World Travel has to offer, click here.
Accommodation: The Silo - Silo Room (B)
Day 3 - Cape Town
Today is at leisure for independent exploration. We would be happy to assist in pre-planning and arranging sightseeing tours to suit your interests.
Perhaps take a short walk to the vibrant Victoria and Alfred Waterfront to browse or shop at the array of shops, craft markets and restaurants.
Accommodation: The Silo - Silo Room (B)
Day 4 - Cape Town
Your final day in Cape Town. Time to do some last minute shopping or exploring - time spent in Cape Town will not be forgotten.
Accommodation: The Silo - Silo Room (B)
Day 5 - Cape Town / Skukuza / Lion Sands
Transfer to Cape Town Airport in time for your scheduled flight to Skukuza. You will be met on arrival and transferred to the 5 star Lion Sands Ivory Lodge. Each suite is a private villa with its own rim flow pool.
The guides at Lion Sands are expertly trained to not only provide you with information on all aspects of the ecology but are also well versed in being incredible hosts.
This afternoon you depart on your first open vehicle game drive in one of the finest safari areas in Africa.
While staying at Lion Sands, enjoy a complimentary 45-minute Soul of Africa massage.
Lion World Travel guests will also enjoy a complimentary 1-night Treehouse stay (based on availability).
Accommodation: Lion Sands Ivory Lodge - Suite (B, L, D)
Day 6 - Lion Sands
An early morning game drive takes you in pursuit of lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, Cape buffalo and a large variety of smaller wildlife. Halfway through the game drive, there's a stop for hot drinks and snacks, before returning to the lodge for a full breakfast.
This is an area of great diversity of both fauna and flora and allows guests the opportunity of participating in the unique activities based around the river system and surrounding area. The six miles of riverfront ensures a great diversity of wildlife and promises an African safari of a lifetime.
Accommodation: Lion Sands Ivory Lodge - Suite (B, L, D)
Day 7 - Lion Sands
Another day of wilderness experience begins as you depart with your skilled game rangers who provide interesting information and anecdotes about the inhabitants of the bush.
The philosophy of the safari experience at Lion Sands is to deliver a consistently professional and informative safari experience, ensuring that all spheres of the eco-system, from the small insects to the mighty African elephant, are covered in as much detail as possible.
Accommodation: Lion Sands Ivory Lodge - Suite (B, L, D)
Day 8 - Lion Sands/Johannesburg
After an early morning game drive and breakfast, transfer to Skukuza for your flight to Johannesburg and the 5 star Saxon Hotel and Spa.
The Saxon became home to Nelson Mandela after he was released from prison. It was during this time that South Africa's former President used the serene setting of the hotel to edit autobiography 'Long Walk to Freedom.'
Accommodation: Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa - Luxury Suite (B)
Day 9 - Johannesburg / Victoria Falls
Transfer to OR Tambo International Airport for your scheduled flight to Victoria Falls and Victoria Falls Island Lodge, just upstream from the iconic Victoria Falls.
Stay in Island Treehouse Suites that are set upon raised decks, each with a spacious sitting area and private deck with plunge pool and personal Butler service.
Each day, enjoy either a sunrise of sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. Get a different view of the animals from the Tree Hide and enjoy high tea in the afternoon.
Accommodation: Victoria Falls Island Lodge - Luxury Treehouse Suite (B, L, D)
Day 10 - Victoria Falls
Take a guided walking tour of Victoria Falls, through the rain forest where you can view the Cataracts, Livingstone's statue and a wide variety of birds and plants.
Complete the day with a tranquil sunset cruise on the Zambezi River. The area that that cruise is on is one of outstanding natural, scenic beauty with a wide diversity of game and bird life. One has a unique vantage point to spot large animals such as elephants, hippos and crocodiles.
Dinner is a unique Southern African meal served in the distinctive thatched riverside dining area.
Accommodation: Victoria Falls Island Lodge - Luxury Treehouse Suite (B, L, D)
Day 11 - Victoria Falls/Depart
After breakfast you will be transferred by road to Victoria Falls Airport for your flight to Johannesburg. (B)
Return home with a lifetime of memories!
Add-Ons
Cape Town Day Tours, South Africa
Pricing Valid until October 31, 2024
Cape Town, the Mother City, is historically, culturally, and visually, the most diverse, breathtakingly scenic and vibrant city you’ll have had the pleasure to visit! From its achingly beautiful natural attributes to its colourful culture; from decadent wine farms to captivating history and architecture - it’s tourist heaven. There’s no finer way to savour its pleasures than a guided day tour with Thompsons Touring & Safaris – from wonderful winelands and wine tastings, to riding the cable car to the top of Table Mountain, we’ll take you there in style, with great taste.
Please note the Scheduled Tour prices below have additional drop off and pick up points and will have other guests on board. The Private Tour pricing offers a vehicle and driver just for your use and allows more flexibility – please note that the venues visited will have other guests – it is just the vehicle and driver that is on a private basis. Pricing for both the scheduled and private options are per person based on a minimum of two people. Tours do get booked out quickly so to avoid disappointment we suggest booking well in advance of travel.
Cape Town City Tour - Half Day
Departs: Daily between 7:35am and 8:30am. Returns: Approximately 12:30pm.
Pricing: Scheduled Tour US$60 | Private Tour US$190 (both tours based on a minimum of two people, prices are per person.)
This tour is designed to orientate and give you a full-color insight into the extraordinary magic of Cape Town. First enjoy a cable car ride to the summit of the legendary Table Mountain (weather permitting) for panoramic views, including the City and surrounding layout of this southernmost tip of Africa (tickets are for your own account). Next up you will pass one of the country’s oldest colonial buildings, The Cape Castle and the Company Gardens. Then you’ll be driven past Parliament Buildings, City Hall which is where Nelson Mandela made his first public speech after his release from prison and the Slave Lodge. Next, it’s up the cobblestoned hills to the beautifully colorful homes of the Bo-Kaap in the Malay Quarter. The tour ends on a sparkling note, with a visit to a diamond works where you’ll watch a professional diamond cutter as he creates every girl’s dream stone. Perhaps you’ll be taking one home.
Cape Point Tour - Half Day
Departs: Daily between 7:45am and 8:45am. Returns: Approximately 12:30pm.
Pricing: Scheduled Tour US$200 | Private Tour US$290 (both tours based on a minimum of two people, prices are per person.)
The Cape Peninsula and Cape Point is wild, rugged, and undoubtedly one of the most memorable coastlines you’ll have encountered. The trip begins with a drive along Millionaires Paradise, eyeing the glamorous homes of Clifton Beach and Camps Bay which leave you in no doubt as to how it earned its title. From there, it’s on towards the charming coastal town and working harbor of Hout Bay - translated from Dutch it literally means Wood Bay. Then, driving over the legendary Chapman’s Peak Drive with its breathtaking views you’ll arrive at the Cape of Good Hope Section of the Table Mountain National Park and its rugged, intriguing landscape.
Next up is a visit to the delightful African penguin colony at Boulders beach (for your own account), before moving on to the historical naval port of Simon’s Town. It’s a wonderful half-day spent on the wilder side of this exquisite Cape coastline.
Robben Island
Departs: Daily, weather permitting. Ferries depart at 9:00am, 11:00am, 1:00pm and 3:00pm. Tour lasts approximately 3½ hours.
Pricing: Scheduled Tour US$60 |Private Tour US$300 (based on a minimum of two people, price is per person.)
Board the Robben Island Ferry at the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront and take part in a half day Robben Island tour (the ferry ride is scheduled even on the private option).
For nearly 400 years, Robben Island was a place of banishment, exile, isolation and imprisonment for political "troublemakers" and social outcasts. During the apartheid years Robben Island became internationally known for its institutional brutality.
Some freedom fighters spent more than a quarter of a century in prison for their beliefs. Nelson Mandela was one of them.
Those imprisoned on the Island succeeded on a psychological and political level in turning a prison 'hell-hole' into a symbol of freedom and personal liberation.
Robben Island came to symbolize, not only for South Africa and the African continent, but also for the entire world, the triumph of the human spirit over enormous hardship and adversity. Today, you will be escorted around the island, and given insight into the past and how the human spirit triumphs.
Bo-Kaap cooking safari - Half Day
Departs: Daily (subject to availability of the chef) at 10:30am Returns: Approx 1:30pm
Pricing: Private Tour - Rates Available On Request (based on a minimum of two people, price is per person.)
Learn how to prepare traditional Cape Malay dishes (mixing spices, making a curry paste, making curry, samosa, and chili bites) and gain firsthand insight into this community. Enjoy the fruits of your labor at a 3-course sit down lunch (includes soft drinks and spicy tea). A parting gift of spices and heirloom recipes allows you to recreate these memories at home.
Feathers and Fins - Half Day
Departs: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays between 12:45pm and 1:45pm. Returns: Approximately 5:30pm.
Pricing: Scheduled Tour US$100 | Private Tour - US$250 (based on a minimum of two people, price is per person.)
This entertaining, family friendly, trip includes a visit to the Hout Bay World of Birds where adults and children can get up close and personal with nature, with over 400 different species to discover including birds, reptiles, mammals - don’t forget to visit the walk through monkey jungle! The tour continues with some of the finest beach views on the coastal drive to the Two Oceans Aquarium in the famous Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, where a magical underwater world awaits. Learn about mysterious deep sea creatures, dangerous predators and see a real “happy feet” family. Touch pools and tidal walks are part of the fun while puppet shows and play areas are on offer for younger children. Older children are not forgotten, interesting facts, fascinating discoveries, shark encounters and the chance to discover what really lies beneath the blue! Bring your family on this fun tour to see, touch, learn and play....who knows, they may even find NEMO! Includes entrance to World of Birds and the Two Oceans Aquarium.
Sea Kayaking - Half Day
Departs: Daily, subject to weather.
Pricing: Scheduled Tour US$185 (based on a minimum of two people, price is per person. Please note the tour excludes transport to and from Simon's Town — transport prices available upon request.)
Weather dependant and excludes transfers – prices available on request.
One of the most unique places in the world - a penguin colony in suburban Cape Town! And the best way to see it is from the water. You’ll leave from Simon's Town Waterfront and paddle past the civilian and Naval Harbor and out to Boulder's Beach. After visiting the penguins, stop on a lovely semi-private beach for refreshments, swimming, and snorkeling (snorkels and bottled drinking water provided.) The double kayaks are very stable and perfect for those with no paddling experience.
Cape Peninsula Tour
Departs: Daily between 7:45am and 8:45am. Returns: Approximately 6:00pm.
Pricing: Scheduled Tour US$125 | Private Tour US$360 (both tours based on a minimum of two people, prices are per person.)
*Please note that this tour is different to the Lion World Travel Peninsular Tour as offered on certain packages*
On this tour you will see why the area earned the name of The Fairest Cape. Sit back and relax, as you’re driven along the exquisite stretch of coastline known as Millionaire’s Paradise – from Clifton to Camps Bay, to the exclusive beach hamlet of Llandudno – towards the charming working harbor of Hout Bay where you can embark on an up-close-and-personal Seal Island cruise lasting about 45 minutes if you choose to (for your own account). If you choose not to do the cruise you will have time to browse the shops and markets and perhaps enjoy a morning coffee at one of the restaurants at Mariners Wharf – the first harbor-front emporium in Africa.
You then wind your way along the legendary Chapman’s Peak Drive, hugging the cliffs and relishing the breathtaking ocean views. After a stop for lunch (your own account), visit the wild and beautiful Cape of Good Hope Section of the Table Mountain National Park, an integral part of the world-renowned Cape Floral Kingdom.
After, you’ll head back along the coast towards the City, visiting the historic naval port of Simon’s Town and the endearing African penguin colony at Boulder’s Beach (for your own account).
Next, you’ll head inland to the last stop of the day. In the summer months this will be at Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. With the sun setting over the tall peaks of Table Mountain, the last rays sparkle on the trees and flowers. In the winter months (May 1st to Aug 31st), the last stop is at Groot Constantia where you’ll stop for a wine tasting and cellar tour of South Africa’s oldest wine estate.
Cape Town Tours - Evening Options
Sunset and Beach Dinner
Departs: Daily, September - May only. Between 5:30pm and 6:00pm. Returns: Approximately 10:00pm.
Pricing: Scheduled Tour US$135 | Private Tour - Rates Available On Request (both tours based on a minimum of two people, prices are per person.)
Join your host and head out of the city before sunset. Savor a chilled glass of sparkling wine while overlooking one of Cape Town’s most beautiful beaches and taking in the sunset. You’ll be shown how to find the Southern Cross in the night sky (if the moon isn’t too bright!), before enjoying dinner at a sensational ‘out of town’ restaurant offering seafood and South African specialties.
If you’re celebrating a special occasion let us know and we can arrange request a separate table. As you return to the hotel, you’ll be able to enjoy the city lit up at night. Everything is taken care of – just enjoy!
Tailor made days out
We can also tailor make tours to match your interests or simply arrange for you to have a vehicle and driver available with no plan in mind to take you wherever you feel like going. Cape Town has so much to offer including Architecture, Art, and local clothing designers.
In addition to the beautiful Winelands, Cape Point and City tours, consider a family day out, to see seals, penguins, monkeys and butterflies; splash out on a hot shopping extravaganza; or indulge in a gourmet food and wine tour.
We can also arrange for you to go golfing, hiking cycling and sandboarding amongst other activities – please let us know if you would like more information on these activities!
All touring is based on using an air-conditioned 7-seater vehicle with a tour guide/driver.
Half Day Private Tours
Departs: Daily, on request. Trip can run from either 8:00am to 12:30pm or 1:30pm to 6:00pm and covers up to 150km (93 miles) of driving.
Pricing: Private Tour US$335 (based on a minimum of two people, prices are per person.)
Half day custom trip with private vehicle and driver/guide.
Full Day Private Tours
Departs: Daily, on request. pickup time of 9:00am, drop-off time of 5:00pm and covers up to 250km (150 miles) of driving.
Pricing: Private Tour US$545 (based on a minimum of two people, prices are per person.)
Full day custom trip with private vehicle and driver/guide.
Prices are per person in US Dollars, for land arrangements only, based on double occupancy accommodations. Based on a minimum of 2 passengers to operate. Single supplement pricing available on request.
Oct 1 - Oct 31 | Nov 1 - Dec 14 | |
Selling Price | $19299 | $15699 |
Jan 16 - Feb 28 | Mar 1 - Mar 31 | Apr 1 - Apr 30 | May 1 - May 30 | Jun 1 - Aug 31 | Sep 1 - Sep 30 | Oct 1 - Oct 31 | Nov 1 - Dec 14 | |
Selling Price | $16199 | $15899 | $16099 | $18799 | $18899 | $18799 | $16099 | $15899 |
Inclusions:
- All services as specified
- All transfers as specified
- Transportation in luxury air-conditioned vehicles
- Accommodation as specified
- Meals as specified
- Game drives as specified in itinerary
- Services of Rangers/Trackers
- Lion World Travel Representative Meet and Greet upon arrival
Exclusions:
- International flights
- South Africa domestic and regional flights
- Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls, etc.
- All other services not mentioned
- Gratuities/Tips for trackers/rangers and drivers
- Costs of obtaining Passports or Visas
- Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption and Medical Insurance are required for the entire duration of your travels – please note that insurance for this trip is a mandatory requirement from suppliers in Africa – proof of insurance must be provided before bookings are confirmed. It is your personal responsibility to ensure you have sufficient insurance coverage.
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