First Time Safari Adventure

See some of Cape Town’s best highlights, beginning with the Castle of Good Hope, the oldest building in South Africa, and take in the Grand Parade where Nelson Mandela addressed the nation when he was released from prison in 1990. From there, take a stroll through the Company’s Garden to the Iziko South African Museum. Pass the Iziko National Gallery, the Houses of Parliament and St George’s Cathedral. A short distance away you’ll find yourself in the bustling Greenmarket Square where you can browse for curios. Either in the morning or afternoon you’ll head up Table Mountain on the aerial cableway.

The picturesque Winelands region is blanketed with beautiful wine farms, quaint historical towns and rolling vineyards. Spend the day exploring and getting a taste for the region. Here you’ll find some of South Africa’s top restaurants, inviting boutiques and award-winning wine producers. The tour usually includes time in Stellenbosch which is the second oldest town in South Africa with its canal-lined avenues and Cape Dutch Architecture; Franschhoek which was founded by the French Huguenots over 350 years ago and boasts pretty cafes and quaint shops; and Paarl with its many cultural and historical places of interest. Depending on your wine tastes and interests though, your guide will structure your day to best suit you.

You’ll get to experience the best of the Cape Peninsula on this full-day excursion. Visit Cape Point Nature Reserve, stroll along the raised walkways at the Boulders African Penguin Colony in Simonstown, and breathe in the fragrant air as you wander through the beautiful Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. It’s the perfect way to explore the majestic coastline that early seafarers once called the Cape of Storms. You’ll pass through the historic fishing village of Hout Bay before making your way over Chapman’s Peak towards Cape Point Nature Reserve.

Take a private tour of the breathtaking Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Experience the majesty of both the Zimbabwean and Zambian sides of this iconic landmark. In Zimbabwe, stroll through lush rainforests teeming with birdlife, guided by an expert who will unveil the falls’ history, flora, fauna, and wildlife. Then, cross the border into Zambia to continue your journey with a Zambian guide, delving deeper into the falls’ secrets. Known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya, ‘The Smoke that Thunders’, witness the Zambezi River’s mighty descent over the 1700-meter-wide and 100-meter-deep chasm, enveloping you in a misty spectacle and echoing roar.

As the sun sinks towards the horizon, climb aboard your spacious cruiser for a sunset sail up the Zambezi River. You’ll be served canapes and refreshments as you take in the golden glow of the river and the wildlife who come down to drink at its banks.

This walking safari takes approximately three hours, allowing ample time for quiet observation of wildlife and engaging discussions with your guide. During the walk, your guide will lead you to spot the white rhino and track other large game. Dress comfortably in suitable walking shoes and bush-friendly attire, with hats to shield you from the sun.