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In their natural habitat, you will notice time slowing down, revel in the sun-kissed savanna surrounding you, and your personal travel passport will feel as full as ever. Johannesburg is charged with history, rich in tradition, and embodies a cultural renaissance that is rare in the travel world.

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From your first steps inside the thought-provoking Apartheid Museum, get a glimpse into the history of racial segregation and recount the history of the rise and fall of apartheid in 20 th century South Africa. Whether it is walking along the steps of Constitution Hill or touring the world-famous Soweto slums for intimate encounters and an impromptu dance performance, Johannesburg may very well convince you to make a second trip to the country. More importantly, it is where you can extend your journey to the awe-inspiring Chobe National Park, home of , wild elephants, or to the world-renowned, endlessly abundant Victoria Falls…Which happens to be 7 on our list!

How many world wonders have you had a chance to visit? Whether your answer is zero, one, or seven, consider yourself lucky!

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Southern Africa has been graced with one of them, the thundering yet elegant Victoria Falls, stretching over almost 2 kilometers and falling over meters into a spectacular gorge formed by the Zambezi River at the border of Zimbabwe and Zambia. As you take flight and rise above the endless mist formed by the crashing river, you will see and feel the riveting falls up close and quickly realize their magnitude.

An appropriately grand finish to your lifetime journey across Mama Africa. Journeys by Van Dyke has designed a truly distinctive day all-inclusive journey across Southern Africa. Our itinerary includes the essentials: Day 5 Cape Winelands. Days 8 and 9 Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. Day 10 Travel to Johannesburg. By one count, there are more than wineries in the Cape Winelands. Figuring out which ones to visit can be a challenge, but Ignacio will arrange for a guide to meet you on a daylong tour with stops at those that suit your particular palette.

Once you land in Cape Town , a driver will meet your for a private transfer to the Taj Cape Town , where you will spend the next four nights.

Photo By South Africa Tourism. Bakoven and Llandudno , with their ghostly shipwrecks, are also fantastic sights on the way to the quaint fishing village of Hout Bay , where you will board a boat to visit the Cape Fur Seal colony on Duiker Island weather permitting. This section of the Table Mountain National Park is the home turf for fabulous birds and distinctive fauna including the Cape mountain zebra, bontebok, and the charismatic Cape baboon.

Climb or ride the world's first environmentally friendly funicular to the Cape Point Lighthouse to capture the magical vistas of False Bay. Then head back through the naval village of Simonstown and over scenic Boyes Drive, taking in the views of the fishing harbor at Kalk Bay and the seaside havens of St.

To round out the day, you might take a stroll through world-famous Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens on the slopes of Table Mountain. Photo By South African Tourism. You will have this day at leisure to explore Cape Town on your own after breakfast at the hotel. You might visit Robben Island , the prison where Nelson Mandela spent decades of his life, and the District Six Museum , which traces the history of a vibrant mixed neighborhood and how many residents were forcibly removed during apartheid.

Photo By Robert Cutts. The outing includes the major wine-producing areas of Stellenbosch , Paarl, and Franschhoek, and there are many stops en route for tastings of world-renowned reds and whites, as well as Cap Classiques—South Africa's answer to champagne.

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Specific wine estates visited will vary according to your preferences. Lunch will be served at one of the many classic, award-winning restaurants in the area. Natural and historic heritage abounds, and you may take in sights like the Afrikaans Language Monument with its panoramic views. Franschhoek, nestled in a valley settled by French Huguenots in , is a delight for both antique lovers and gourmets.

Africa Trips

Stellenbosch, South Africa's second-oldest town, provides another glimpse of classic 17th-century Cape style, with a chance to browse quaint Dorp Street and the many museums, galleries, and shops of this university town. Reunion Island offers a very diverse holiday experience and has something to suit all travellers. Guests can enjoy the beach, indulge in the amazing culture and cuisine of the French and Creole locals, or explore the island by tour or self-drive, taking in the inland mountains or visit the active volcano on the south east coast.

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Reunion has a sub-tropical climate similar to Mauritius making it an all year-round holiday destination. Whichever island you choose we cater for all types of accommodation, from luxury hotels, villas and guest houses. We can tailor make a package to include all three islands or package South Africa in to include your Big 5 Safari.

The itineraries are endless and with our suggestions we will find the right itinerary to suit. Madagascar , located off the east coast of Africa, is the world's fourth largest island and home to five percent of the world's plant and animal species. From Lemurs, chameleons, baobab trees and amazing National Parks we can arrange some exciting packages awaiting to be explored. Please enter your Details below, within 24 hours one of our travel specialists will contact you with a quote for your next dream holiday!