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| ULTIMATE CAPE TOWN & South Africa KRUGER SAFARI CULTURAL & WILDLIFE ADVENTURE | 8 DAYS Daily departures on request TRIP ITINERARY 1.800.941.8010 | www.boundlessjourneys.com How we deliver THE WORLD’S GREAT ADVENTURES A passion for travel. Simply put, we love to travel, and that Small groups. Although the camaraderie of a group of like- infectious spirit is woven into every one of our journeys. Our minded travelers often enhances the journey, there can be staff travels the globe searching out hidden-gem inns and too much of a good thing! We tread softly, and our average lodges, taste testing bistros, trattorias, and noodle stalls, group size is just 8–10 guests, allowing us access to and discovering the trails and plying the waterways of each opportunities that would be unthinkable with a larger group. remarkable destination. When we come home, we separate Flexibility to suit your travel style. We offer both wheat from chaff, creating memorable adventures that will scheduled, small-group departures and custom journeys so connect you with the very best qualities of each destination. that you can choose which works best for you. Not finding Unique, award-winning itineraries. Our flexible, hand- exactly what you are looking for? Let us customize a journey crafted journeys have received accolades from the to fulfill your travel dreams. world’s most revered travel publications. Beginning from Customer service that goes the extra mile. Having trouble our appreciation for the world’s most breathtaking and finding flights that work for you? Want to surprise your interesting destinations, we infuse our journeys with the traveling companion with a bottle of champagne at a tented elements of adventure and exploration that stimulate our camp in the Serengeti to celebrate an important milestone? souls and enliven our minds. Whether you are looking for There is no request that is too big—or too small—for our a challenging physical expedition or a leisurely cultural staff to handle. From your first call, we guide you through exploration, Boundless Journeys has exceptional itineraries choosing your trip, provide advice on preparing for your to match your sense of adventure. adventure, and hold your hand until you return home. Insider connections. There is simply no substitute for traveling with a knowledgeable insider, and our expert local guides will open doors for you that other travelers miss, like dinner with their extended family in Peru’s Sacred Valley, or meeting an art scholar in Florence. Relationships developed over many years allow you to experience our destinations through a well-connected friend. Multi-year recipient of Travel + Leisure magazine’s “World’s Best Tour Operator”; and recognized by the editors of National Geographic ADVENTURE magazine as one of the Best Adventure Travel Companies on Earth. 2 Boundless Journeys © 2020 | ULTIMATE CAPE TOWN & South Africa KRUGER SAFARI Thank you for your interest in this fantastic journey to South Africa. We have hand- crafted this safari from our own experience and hope you fall in love with the TOC area—as we have! SAFARI OVERVIEW . 4 THE JOURNEY . 6 THE INSPIRATION FOR THIS JOURNEY Few countries can boast South Africa’s natural riches, cultural diversity, and ACCOMMODATIONS . 10 pure scenic splendor, and we embrace all three in equal measure on this epic South Africa safari. This journey begins in Cape Town, one of the world’s most WHAT TO EXPECT . 11 spectacular cities, nestled between iconic Table Mountain and the sparkling OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS . 14 currents of the Atlantic. Here you can experience Cape Malay-influenced culture and the city’s poignant past, enjoy creative cuisine and local wines, and explore NEXT STEPS . 15 the beautiful coastline. Venture into the Winelands for a night, tasting the Pinotage and Cap Classiques for which this wine region is famous, before topping off your BOUNDLESS BEYOND . 16 adventure with an exciting Big Five safari. Lions, buffalo, elephants, rhino, and leopards—you name it and your naturalist guide will likely be able to find it in the wildlife-rich private reserves bordering legendary Kruger National Park. From the wilderness to bustling Cape Town and the utterly scenic Cape coast, this itinerary provides the ultimate introduction to South Africa. For those with more time, it is easy to extend your travels—whether you yearn for more time in the bush, want to explore Namibia’s giant red dunes at Sossusvlei, or the thundering waters of Victoria Falls are on your bucket list, Boundless Journeys offers extensions to all the highlight regions of Southern Africa. HIGHLIGHTS • Big Five safari on a private wildlife reserve in greater Kruger National Park. • Epic African landscapes from wild bushland to scenic mountains and coast. • Enjoying all that Cape Town has to offer, from beautiful landscapes, to creative cuisine and world-class wines. • Boutique hotels and a luxurious safari camp offer an authentic and comfortable experience in prime locations. • A variety of optional safari extensions are available to round out your trip. 800.941.8010 • www.boundlessjourneys.com 3 SAFARI OVERVIEW THE BASICS Duration: 8-day tour and safari Tour start: Cape Town, South Africa Tour end: Skukuza, South Africa Accommodations: 4 nights boutique hotels, 3 nights luxury safari lodge on a private wildlife reserve Trip rating: 1+ 2 3 4 5 Easy . .Strenuous (See page 11 for more details) Land cost: From $6,395 per person Single Supplement: From $2,785 Internal Airfare: Not included; CPT-SZK can be booked on request. WHAT’S INCLUDED Your Boundless Journeys adventure includes: • Expert local guide in Cape Town • All on-tour ground transportation • Naturalist guide at safari camp (camp activities may be • All accommodations shared with other travelers) • All activities as noted in the itinerary • Meals as noted in the itinerary • Services of safari camp staff, including laundry service • Local wine, beer, and cocktails at the safari camp International airfare is not included in the price of your trip. Please contact your local travel agency or the airlines directly to make any arrangements you may need. If you would like assistance with booking your flights or other travel plans, please contact Boundless Journeys directly at 800-941-8010 for a referral to our partners who will best suit your needs. 4 Boundless Journeys © 2020 ITINERARY AT-A-GLANCE This suggested itinerary can be tailored to suit your preferred length and interests . DAY 1 Arrival in Cape Town. Transfer to hotel and relax after your travels. DAY 2 Culinary walking tour of Cape Town and cable car to the top of Table Mountain. DAY 3 Easy hiking around the coastal areas of Cape Point and Cape Peninsula. At the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, ride the funicular and take in sweeping views of False Bay. DAY 4 Visit the winelands of Stellenbosch; walk the trails of Waterford Estate; and sample regional wines and brandy at a variety of wineries. DAYS 5-7 Fly from Cape Town to Skukuza for a Big Five wildlife safari on the private game reserves of the Greater Kruger National Park (Sabi Sands, Timbavati, and Thornybush are all among the many options). Enjoy daily game drives, delicious meals, and encounter diverse wildlife on a private reserve. DAY 8 After a final morning game drive, you will be transferred to Skukuza you are free to depart on flights home or onward to extend your trip to Victoria Falls, Botswana, Namibia, or beyond. 800.941.8010 • www.boundlessjourneys.com 5 THE JOURNEY flat top and enjoy sweeping views of the city and coastline DAY 1: Arrival in Cape Town below. Table Mountain has its own weather, however, with Your adventure begins in Cape Town, where our local staff frequent cloud cover known locally as the “tablecloth.” If we will greet you upon arrival at the airport. You will be assisted are unable to reach the top today, we have another chance through immigration, baggage claim, and customs and then tomorrow. transferred to your accommodations for the next three The Table Mountain Cable car typically closes for annual nights—a luxury boutique hotel located on its own private maintenance for about two weeks from late July-early quay just steps from the Victoria & Alfred Waterfont area. August. Once checked in, relax and unwind from your travels— Accommodation: Cape Grace Hotel, Cape Town perhaps enjoy a swim in the pool or explore the bustling Meals: B, L waterfront area. Accommodation: Cape Grace Hotel, Cape Town Meals: None DAY 3: The Cape Peninsula Activity Overview: Walking on trails Activity Level: Easy DAY 2: Cape Town and Table Mountain Activity Length: 2-3 hours Activity Overview: Walking Today, we explore the beautiful coastline of Cape Town, Activity Level: Easy beginning at the beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay and Activity Length: 3-4 hours heading toward the furthest reaches of Table Mountain This morning, you meet your guide and depart the hotel to National Park—the Cape Peninsula. Our route takes us explore Cape Town. We explore the city primarily on foot past the fishing town of Hout Bay along the spectacular while learning about its history, people, and cuisine. Chapman’s Peak drive and onto the peninsula. Along the way, we encounter Cape Town’s contemporary We arrive at the two endpoints of the peninsula: the Cape of charms as well. From creative new restaurants to craft Good Hope and Cape Point with its iconic lighthouse. At the shops, the opportunities to complement learning about the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, we ride the funicular history of Cape Town are always evolving. We explore a and take in sweeping views of False Bay, the mountains to variety of hidden gems while tasting plenty of delicious local the north, and the meeting point of the Atlantic and Indian food along the way.