Witness the Awesome Victoria Falls
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Victoria Falls in Style - With Air - From US$1999
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Day 1 - Johannesburg
Arrive in Johannesburg where you will be transferred to the luxurious Melrose Arch Hotel or five-star deluxe Houghton Hotel, a member of the prestigious luxury brand ‘Leading Hotels of the World’.
The Melrose Arch Hotel is located in Johannesburg’s Melrose Arch area with its variety of trendy retail shops and leisure amenities. The five-star Melrose Arch Hotel is bright and modern with the ultimate in service and technology. Luxury bedrooms with wooden floors, an extra deep bathtub, flat screen TV and DVD surround sound system are but a few of the unique features.
The Houghton is made up of luxury suites, all very well-appointed. Nestled on a Jack Nicklaus–designed golf course, it is close to Johannesburg’s main shopping and dining areas. With views overlooking 168 acres of private parkland, it includes jogging paths and pools with lush, landscaped gardens, lending it a resort-type feeling. On-site dining options include a deli, a more formal restaurant, a bar, and a pool café.
Accommodation: Melrose Arch Hotel – Standard Room OR Houghton Hotel - Suite
Day 2 - Johannesburg/Victoria Falls
After breakfast this morning you will be transferred from your hotel to Johannesburg Airport for your South African Airways flight to Victoria Falls.
Upon arrival in Victoria Falls you will be transferred to one of three luxury accommodation options: Victoria Falls River Lodge - Luxury Tent, Victoria Falls River Lodge - Island Treehouse Suite or Stanley and Livingstone Boutique Hotel.
Luxury Tent and Island Treehouse Suite
Victoria Falls River Lodge is a luxury tented lodge is situated on the banks of the mighty Zambezi river – so close to Victoria Falls one can see the spray in the distance. Victoria Falls River Lodge - Island Treehouse Suites are situated on the private Kandahar Island, nestled amongst the treetops. Each room features a private deck and plunge pool.
Stanley and Livingstone Hotel
The Stanley and Livingstone Hotel features 16 private luxury suites, each with a private terrace and en-suite shower and bath. The property also features a gourmet restaurant, lounge and bar area. After an exciting day you can relax, refresh and recharge in the river-side lounge, take a stroll around the lodge or unwind alongside the pool.
Accommodation: Victoria Falls River Lodge (B, L, D) OR Stanley and Livingstone Hotel (B, D)
Day 3 - Victoria Falls
After breakfast enjoy a guided walking tour of Victoria Falls, one of seven natural wonders of the world.
Join your passionate and knowledgeable guide on an unforgettable tour. En route, make a stop at the Big Tree for spectacular views and to take photos. A visit to the iconic Victoria Falls is a truly awe-inspiring experience. Nothing can quite prepare one for the sheer splendour of the breathtaking spectacle which is one of Africa’s most famous landmarks.
There is not much that can compare to the heady fragrance of drenched earth and sun-kissed Rainforest foliage; the intense power of the wall of water – its deafening rumble coursing through your veins – or letting the cooling and constant spray of “the Smoke that Thunders” saturate the senses.
Tour of the Falls
With intimate knowledge of the local fauna and flora and other points of historical interest, coupled with advice on the best viewing spots, your guide will happily assist wherever possible to help ensure that the memories created at this World Heritage Site will last a lifetime.
If staying at Victoria Falls River Lodge, you have the option of a sunrise or sunset river cruise, which you can watch from the comfort of Victoria Falls River Lodge’s private river cruiser. In the early morning as the world awakes and the sun’s first rays skip and dance across the shimmering surface of the might Zambezi.
Or in the evening sit back and let the gentle ebb and flow of the Zambezi lull and relax you. Join in on Mother Nature’s Happiest Hour by sipping on a sun-downer while watching her creatures big and small coming to the water’s edge to lap at its liquid life under the molten skies. If staying at Stanley and Livingstone, you'll also enjoy a superb Zambezi River cruise, soaking in the rays of the sun and enjoying the fantastic views, with perhaps a few elephants making an apeparance.
This evening, after returning to your hotel, enjoy an inspiring and unique Southern African meal served in the distinctive thatched riverside dining area.
Accommodation: Victoria Falls River Lodge (B, L, D) OR Stanley and Livingstone Hotel (B, D)
Day 4 - Victoria Falls/Johannesburg/Depart
After breakfast you will be transferred by road to Victoria Falls Airport for your flight back to Johannesburg. (B)
Upon arrival in Johannesburg you will connect for your ongoing flight back to the USA on South African Airways.
Add-Ons
Prices are in US Dollars and are per person based on double occupancy accommodations and include fuel surcharges, Government taxes, departure fees and September 11th Security Fee.
Includes flights Johannesburg / Victoria Falls / Johannesburg, based on space availability and can only be booked in conjunction with a South African Airways International flight from either New York (JFK) or Washington D.C. (Dulles).
| Jan-May | Jun-Oct | Nov-Dec | |
| Selling Price | $1999 | $2199 | $1999 |
| Single Supplement | $425 | $475 | $425 |
| Jan-May | Jun-Oct | Nov-Dec | |
| Selling Price | $2599 | $2799 | $2599 |
| Single Supplement | $600 | $600 | $600 |
| Jan-Mar | Apr-Oct | Nov-Dec | |
| Selling Price | $1999 | $2199 | $1999 |
| Single Supplement | $160 | $700 | $150 |
| Jan-Dec | |
| Selling Price | $1999 |
| Single Supplement | $650 |
Inclusions:
- Regional roundtrip flights from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls and back to Johannesburg
- All services as specified
- 3 Breakfasts / 2 Lunches (Victoria Falls River Lodge only) / 2 Dinners
- Accommodation in a standard room at the Melrose Arch Hotel or Suite at The Houghton Hotel, and a Luxury Tent at Victoria Falls River Lodge or Luxury Suite at Stanley and Livingstone Hotel
- Transportation in luxury air-conditioned vehicles
- Zambezi River cruise (by private river boat if staying at Victoria Falls River Lodge)
- Sight-seeing as per itinerary led by qualified English speaking guide
- Entrance fees for sightseeing as indicated above
Exclusions:
- Items of a personal nature such as laundry, telephone calls, etc.
- All other services not mentioned
- Additional unspecified game/other activities
- Gratuities/tips for tour guides and drivers
- Cost of obtaining passport and/or visas
- Trip Cancellation, Interruption and/or Medical Insurance – 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 enough travel insurance coverage from the provider of your choice. Please let your Africa Specialist know if you would like information on this.
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It was the trip of a lifetime. We enjoyed every part of it very much. We generally try to find more inexpensive vacations and do a lot of “drive it yourself” trips. We had been on several cruises and tours from the ships, but this was the first time that we have really gone first class.
The transfers were excellent, and we got used to having people with our names (almost) on signs waiting for us. The accommodations were fantastic, and we got a great dinner in the Melrose Arch. The hosts and guides were great. Additionally, the animals were most accommodating in their appearances.
The hotel in Cape Town was pleasant and well-centered for us, as we used the V and A Waterfront for most of the meals and shopping. It was a great gateway to Robben Island because it was only a short walk away from the pier. We really enjoyed the trip to Stollenbosch and to the Peninsula. The boat ride to the seals and the penguins breeding areas were fun and the views were terrific. On our free day we had a nice tour of District 6 with an unforgettable ride in a public van after a morning tour of Robben Island.
Jackalberry Lodge was very nice, with a warm atmosphere, good guides and a really lot to see. We were very pleased. Sheila was not up for the Wildebeest for dinner, but I found it interesting.
The Victoria Falls River Lodge was beyond our expectations. The cabin was large and luxurious with a huge bed and room big enough for almost all the grandchildren (if they had come). We had great food and service, and a spectacular river cruise. The game drive guide was very good and knowledgeable about the birds. This was a thing with me, so I did not mind not seeing as many elephants, lions, etc.
Thank you very much,
Aryeh and Sheila
