Stay in authentic surroundings, as local experts lead you to experiences other travellers rarely access: this is Africa at its most revealing, enjoyable and rewarding.

Choose from our itineraries below featuring the Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town, Westcliff Hotel Johannesburg, Eagle Island Camp, Khwai River Lodge, Savute Elephant Camp in Botswana or call us and let us tailor-make an itinerary just for you.

Experience the splendour of this magical continent with a magnificent train journey across the vast landscape of South Africa.

Itinerary

Day 1: Johannesburg
Arrive and transfer to The Westcliff hotel for a luxurious overnight stay. 

With wealth built on gold, Johannesburg is lively, affluent and cosmopolitan, offering the visitor a tempting array of superb restaurants, elegant designer boutiques and bustling world-class shopping centres.  Rooms offer total privacy and most have sunny, private balconies with spectacular views over the Zoological Gardens and the forested northern suburbs of Johannesburg.

Days 2 & 3: Okavango Delta
After breakfast, leave Johannesburg on a scheduled flight to Maun in Botswana, and transfer by light aircraft to Eagle Island Camp.  Enjoy two nights at the camp among the prolific birdlife of the island and surrounding Delta.  Hear the swish of the paddle and the plop of the Fish Eagle as you take a tranquil mokoro trip through the Delta, water levels permitting..  

Days 4 & 5: Moremi Wildlife Reserve
After early game viewing and brunch at Eagle Island, fly on to the game rich Khwai area of the Moremi Wildlife Reserve for two nights at Khwai River Lodge.  Daily activities include excellent birdwatching and game drives in open-sided vehicles, where the incredible sight of elephant or lion will remain with you forever.  Relax with a leisurely afternoon swim in the pool.  Guided walks and night-time game drives are also offered.  Khwai River Lodge also has its own “Naturally Wild” Spa treatment centre where you can unwind with a relaxing complimentary massage.

Days 6 & 7: Chobe National Park
After early morning game viewing and brunch at Khwai River Lodge, transfer via light aircraft to Savute region of the Chobe National Park an area renowned for its high concentration of elephant and for its dramatic ecosystem. During your two-night stay at the Savute Elephant Camp there are excellent opportunities to experience these grey giants and other large game at close quarters, under the skilled direction of an expert guide.  Marvel at the fascinating contrasts in the landscape, which provides a natural habitat to innumerable animals and birdlife. On one evening, enjoy a private candle-lit dinner on your tent deck with our compliments. 

Days 8 & 9: Livingstone
After a morning game viewing and brunch, transfer to the airstrip for your light aircraft flight to Kasane. Continue by road to Livingstone for a two night stay at the intmate Sussi & Chuma Lodge situated right on the banks of the Zambezi, a short distance from the Victoria Falls.

Day 10: Johnnesburg
Return flight to Johannesburg and overnight back at The Westcliff hotel.

Days 11 & 12: Rovos Rail
Transfer to Pretoria for the two-night Rovos Rail journey to Cape Town. The air-conditioned compartments accommodate two people, and the elegantly appointed train has every modern convenience.  The 1,600 kilometer journey includes a visit to Kimberley, the diamond boom-town, home to the Big Hole, the world’s largest man-made excavation.  The following morning you will arrive at historic Matjiesfontein and enjoy a guided tour, before an evening arrival at Cape Town and the elegant Mount Nelson Hotel for a three night stay. At the Mount Nelson, enjoy a complimentary 50min massage at the sparkling new Librisa Spa.

Days 13, 14 & 15: Cape Town 
Time at leisure.   Optional activities on offer include a full day visit to Cape Point, the most south-westerly point of Africa, and the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, or a boat transfer to the infamous prison on Robben Island, whose most famous inmate was Nelson Mandela. Included in your itinerary is a half day city centre tour including Table Mountain and a full day Cape Winelands tour.

Day 16: Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

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Perfect for honeymooners or couples celebrating a special occasion, this tour encompasses romantic Africa.

Itinerary

Day 1: Johannesburg
On arrival, transfer to the luxurious Westcliff hotel in Johannesburg for one night. 

Days 2 & 3: Moremi Game Reserve
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your scheduled flight to Maun. Continue by light aircraft to the tranquillity of Khwai River Lodge for two nights. The impressions of Khwai will stay with you
forever – driving through the bush into a herd of elephants, the sound of lions roaring in the distance or a family of baboons squabbling nearby. As you sit contemplating the day’s activities
consider unwinding further with a luxurious massage at the ‘Naturally Wild’ spa or in the privacy of your own tent deck.

Days 4 & 5: Okavango Delta
After a morning activity, transfer by light aircraft to Eagle Island Camp. Enjoy the opportunity to explore the surrounding areas either on foot, by mokoro (dugout canoe), by motorboat (subject
to water levels), or for the ultimate thrill, a helicopter safari with exceptional game viewing and photo opportunities. Private game viewing (vehicles and guides can be arranged at all camps),
subject to availability.

Days 6 & 7: Chobe National Park
After a morning activity, fly on in anticipation of the big game at the Savute Elephant Camp. Four-wheel drive vehicles will take you to herds of impala, giraffe, zebra, and within close proximity
of the big cats and elephants that reign supreme in the Savute region.

Days 8, 9, 10 & 11: Cape Town
In the afternoon, transfer to Maun for the connecting flight to Cape Town, via Johannesburg. Enjoy four nights and three full days in Cape Town amongst the beauty of the winelands, Table Mountain
and Cape Point, the most south-westerly tip of Africa.

Day 12: Depart Cape Town
Transfer to the airport in the afternoon for your departure flight

Package includes:

• Scheduled flights as shown in the itinerary with Air Botswana and inter camp light aircraft flights on a shared basis
• Overnight accommodation in a Luxury Room at The Westcliff, inclusive of full English breakfast
• All transfers
• 6 nights accommodation at Orient-Express Safari Camps includes all meals, drinks (excluding premium brands), game view activities, national park fees, laundry services and emergency evacuation insurance 
• 4 nights accommodation at the world-famous Mount Nelson Hotel, inclusive of full English breakfast daily 
• All drinks are included with the exception of French Champagne. 
• A helicopter experience is included for all guests staying at Eagle Island Camp 
• A bottle of Champagne on arrival at The Westcliff 
• A romantic private dining experience at one of the Orient-Express camps with our compliments 
• Complimentary in-room breakfast service at the Mount Nelson Hotel 
• Exclusive Orient-Express Safaris duffel bag, travel wallet and baggage tags 
• Half day Cape Town city tour including Table Mountain 
• Full day Cape Winelands tour 
• Full day Cape Point tour                            

Package excludes:
All international flights and regional flights not mentioned
Passport and visa fees
Travel Insurance
Excess Baggage charges
Items of a personal nature
French Champagne (all other drinks are included)
Gratuities and communication costs                           

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South Africa is a place of incredible diversity; from rugged landscapes; spectacular flora and fauna and game-rich regions to the immense cultural diversity of its friendly people.

A truly breathtaking experience awaits you with this 10-night pampered, luxury exploration of beautiful South Africa.

Itinerary

Day 1 and 2: The Westcliff Hotel, Johannesburg
On arrival in Johannesburg for the start of your adventure, you will be met O.R. Tambo International Airport and assisted with your luggage and immigration forms from the moment you step off the plane. 

Transfer by luxury, chauffeur-driven sedan to Johannesburg’s most exclusive resort hotel, The Westcliff for a 2 night stay in a Luxury Room, inclusive of a pre-dinner cocktail at the hotel’s pioneer spirited Polo Lounge, famed for its spectacular panoramic views over the city, followed by a 3 course dinner in the acclaimed La Belle Terrasse restaurant.

During your stay in Johannesburg, experience a personalised ‘New South Africa’ with a full day tour through the eyes of master story teller Robin Binckes, winner of the inaugural Tour Guide of the Year Award for his contribution towards tourism in the Gauteng province. The full day tour is inclusive of lunch and is conducted in a luxury air conditioned vehicle.

Day 3 to 5: Singita Private Game Reserve – Kruger National Park
Depart Johannesburg in the morning for a scheduled charter flight to the award-winning Singita Private Game Reserve. Located in the Sabi Sand Reserve, spend 3 glorious nights at the Boulders, Ebony, Lebombo or Sweni Lodge, inclusive of three meals per day with traditional outdoor Boma dinners every evening.  Enjoy an array of activities from guided bush walks and open Land Rover game drives to fishing and spot-light night game drives.

Your private suite includes an en suite bathroom and shower, outside shower, private swimming pool, double-sided fireplace, mini bar and fridge, room mini safe, air conditioning, overhead fans, private lounge, direct dial telephones and game-viewing deck. Private game-viewing vehicles are available at an additional cost.

Day 6 and 7: Rovos Rail
Transfer via scheduled charter flight back to Johannesburg where you will once again be met before being transferred by road in a luxury sedan to Pretoria Train Station for your onward journey to Cape Town aboard the Rovos Rail – one of the world’s most luxurious trains in the world!

Travel in a Deluxe Suite aboard the train as you make your way South to Cape Town.
Your journey includes a stop-over in Kimberley, the diamond capital of the world where you will disembark for a guided tour of the Big Hole, the Diamond Museum and take a tram ride before boarding the train again. All meals and beverages are fully inclusive aboard the Rovos Rail. Upgrade to a Royal Suite is at an additional cost.

Day 8 to 10: Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town
On arrival at Cape Town station you will be transferred by luxury sedan to the iconic Mount Nelson Hotel for a 3 night stay in a Superior Room, inclusive of full English breakfast daily. The hotel lies on the lower slopes of Table Mountain and is the perfect base from which to explore the region's natural and cultural attractions. On one evening, enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail in the hotel’s Planet Champagne Bar followed by a 3 course dinner in the Cape Colony restaurant – with our compliments. Explore the hotel’s brand new state of the art Librisa Spa with a complimentary 80mins Aromatouch massage and explore Cape Town’s prime sightseeing hotspot – on the house a full day Winelands or full day Cape Point privately-guided tour inclusive of lunch.

 
Package includes: 

• VIP airport assistance on arrival at O.R. Tambo International Airport
• Luxury return airport transfers in Johannesburg and Cape Town
• 2 nights accommodation at The Westcliff in a Luxury Room, inclusive of full English breakfast daily
• A pre-dinner cocktail in the Polo Lounge on one evening
• A 3-course dinner on one evening in La Belle Terrasse restaurant
• A full day private ‘New South Africa’ tour of Johannesburg with Robin Binkes, inclusive of lunch 
• Return scheduled charter flights between Johannesburg and Singita Private Game Reserve, private charters are available at surcharge and on request basis
• 3 nights accommodation on full board at either Singita Boulders, Ebony, Lebombo or Sweni Lodge inclusive of all lodge activities (private vehicle is available at surcharge and on request basis)
• Deluxe Suite accommodation aboard the Rovos Rail train from Pretoria to Cape Town on a full board basis
• 3 nights accommodation at the Mount Nelson Hotel in a Superior Room, inclusive of full English breakfast daily
• 1 x 80mins Aromatouch massage at the Librisa Spa per person
• Pre-dinner cocktail at the Planet Bar and 3-course dinner in the Cape Colony restaurant on one evening
• Full day private winelands or full day private Cape Point tour inclusive of lunch

Package Excludes:
Communication costs such as phone calls and faxes 
Items of a purely personal nature 
Anything not specifically mentioned 
Excess baggage charges 
Inoculations 
Personal Insurance 
Gratuities and tips       
All visa and passport related costs 
International and regional flights not mentioned

The journey may be undertaken in the reverse order, travelling first from Cape Town to Pretoria by train. Single supplement available on request.

Please note:
Due to regional scheduled flight and train departure schedule, an additional overnight may be applicable in Johannesburg on Day 6.

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This 15 day itinerary showcases the scenic wonders of Southern Africa; from the mighty Victoria Falls and cosmopolitan Cape Town to the sanctuary of Botswana.

Itinerary

Day 1: Johannesburg
Arrive in Johannesburg for your private transfer to The Westcliff hotel for one night.  With wealth built on gold, Johannesburg is lively, affluent and cosmopolitan, offering the visitor a tempting array of superb restaurants, elegant designer boutiques and bustling world-class shopping centres.  Rooms offer total privacy and most have sunny, private balconies with spectacular views over the Zoological Gardens and the forested northern suburbs of Johannesburg. 

Day 2: Johannesburg/Livingstone
Today the African adventure begins as you fly to Livingstone (business class) and arrive by private luxury road transfer to the luxurious Royal Livingstone Hotel, adjacent to the magnificent Victoria Falls.  The hotel is situated on the Zambia side of the Falls, only footsteps from the Zambezi River and the rooms and suites offer a tranquil retreat from the unconstrained beauty of their surroundings.  Enjoy a walking tour of the Falls and Zambezi Sundowner cruise during your stays.

Days 3, 4 & 5: Livingstone/Savute Elephant Camp
This morning, you will be transferred by shared light aircraft to the Savute region of the Chobe National Park, an area renowned for its high concentration of Elephant and dramatic eco system.  During your three night stay at the Savute Elephant Camp you will see amazing sightings of lion, under the skilled direction of an expert guide.  You will also have the luxury of watching elephants drink from the waterhole while sitting on the deck of your tent, enjoying your favourite drink. During your stay at Savute, enjoy a private dinner on your tent deck.

Days 6, 7 & 8: Moremi Wildlife Reserve
After brunch depart for Khwai. Witness the daily procession of big game that roams the Khwai floodplains, in front of the camp. Daily activities at Khwai include day and night game drives in open-sided 4X4 vehicles and walking safaris along the river. Other facilities to make your stay as comfortable as possible include a large swimming pool, and a discreet gymnasium.  During your stay, you can also enjoy a full day boat excursions to Xaxanaka Lagoon and Island with a picnic lunch. Khwai River Lodge also has its own “Naturally Wild” Spa treatment centre where you can unwind with relaxing massages.

Days 9, 10 & 11: Okavango Delta
Continue on a short flight to the renowned Okavango Delta and Eagle Island Camp.  Enjoy three nights at the camp among the prolific birdlife of the island and surrounding Delta. Spend time exploring the local islands by mokoro traditional canoe (water levels permitting) and on foot, for an unforgettable safari experience. During your stay at Eagle Island, you will also be treated to a spectacular scenic helicopter flight over the Okavango Delta!!

Days 12, 13 & 14: Okavango Delta / Cape Town
Depart camp after a morning activity for your scheduled flight to Cape Town.  Private transfer to the famed Mount Nelson hotel, your home in the "Mother City" for 3 nights.  The Mount Nelson Hotel is located at the foot of Table Mountain offering easy access to the city, spectacular beaches and a wide selection of top restaurants.  The area offers magnificent scenery at every turn.  The area can either be explored by private, escorted sightseeing tours or at your own pace with a rental car.  A full day Cape Winelands and half day Cape Town City Tour including a visit of Table Mountain are included in your stay.

Day 15: Departure 
Private transfer to Cape Town International Airport for your departure flight.

Package includes:

• Private return airport/hotel transfers in Livingstone, Cape Town and Johannesburg 
• Helicopter experience at Eagle Island Camp.
• One night at The Westcliff Hotel in a Luxury Room on a bed & breakfast basis
• One night at the Royal Livingstone Hotel on a bed and breakfast basis
• Nine nights at Orient-Express Safaris (3 nights at each camp) including all meals, drinks (except premium brands), game viewing activities, laundry, national park fees, emergency medical evacuation insurance, shared light aircraft inter-camp flights, spectacular helicopter game viewing safari at Eagle Island Camp
• All drinks are included with the exception of French Champagne
• A private dinner on your tent deck at Savute Elephant Camp
• Three nights at the Mount Nelson Hotel in a Luxury Room on a bed & breakfast basis inclusive of  a complimentary spa treatment in the Librisa spa.
• Scheduled air flights from Johannesburg to Livingstone (business class) and Maun to Johannesburg (economy class) and Johannesburg to Cape Town (business class), subject to availability.
• Half day Cape Town city tour including Table Mountain
• Full day tour of the Cape Winelands

Package excludes:
Communication costs such as phone calls and faxes
Items of a purely personal nature
Anything not specifically mentioned
Excess baggage charges
Inoculations 
Personal Insurance
Gratuities       
All visa and passport related costs
All flights not specifically mentioned

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Combine the splendour of Cape Town's legendary Mount Nelson Hotel and Johannesburg's stylish Westcliff Hotel with South Africa's premier rail experience - The Blue Train -  and the magnificent nature-lovers paradise, Grootbos Private Nature Reserve.

An overnight journey from Pretoria (outside Johannesburg) to Cape Town takes passengers southward via Kimberley through sprawling farmlands with breathtaking vistas. The route takes in some of the country's iconic landmarks and allows passengers to stop off along the way to experience a taste of local history. Fall asleep under a canopy of African stars and awaken to breakfast as teh train meanders through the lush vineyards and orchards of the Cape. 

Disembark from the train and transfer to Cape Town's best loved  Mount Nelson Hotel for a two night stay in a Superior Room and dine at the hotel's acclaimed classic contemporary Cape Colony restaurant. This hotel (voted leading hotel in Africa at the 2008 World Travel Awards) is a luxury retreat in the heart of the city's cultural centre complete with nine acres of lush gardens, two swimming pools, a distinctive spa and exceptional service.

The journey continues onward from Cape Town to the magical Walker Bay, a two-hour drive from the city, for a soul-stirring two night stay at Grootbos Private Nature Reserve. Activities include the likes of shark cage diving for the adventurous or whale watching along the unspoilt coastline, renowned for being a holiday spot for celebrities and famous for it's big 7 wildlife.

Ths journey may be undertaken in the reverse order, travelling first from Cape Town to Pretoria by train.

Package includes:

• Two nights luxurious accommodation at The Westcliff in Johannesburg, including a Full English breakfast daily
• A private transfer from the airport to the Hotel and to Pretoria train station
• Overnight Deluxe accommodation on board The Blue Train, including all meals and drinks (except French Champagne and Caviar)
• A private transfer from Cape Town station to Mount Nelson Hotel in Cape Town 
• Two nights accommodation in a Superior Room at the Mount Nelson Hotel, inclusive of Full English breakfast daily
• Two nights at Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, on a full board basis including accomodation in freestanding luxury suites, welcome drinks, fresh fruit daily, light lunch, 5 course dinner,  breakfast buffet with full English Breakfast Menu, horse riding for non and experienced riders, guided walks including Fynbos Nature tours and Milkwood walks, nature marine & coastal drives including the Walker Bay Nature Reserve, De Kelders cliff walk, Klipgat Cave combinded with seasonal land-based Whale Watching (best months to experience whale watching are June - December) 
• Complimentary Grootbos Social Responsibility Tour (Green Futures and Soccer Initiative for 2010) 
• Complimentary Whale Watching boat trip included, surcharge for Great White Shark cage diving activity applicable

Package excludes:

International/regional flights to and from Johannesburg
Return transfers to and from Grootbos (we can arrange this on a private scheduled or flight basis)
Passport and visa fees
Travel Insurance
Items of a personal nature
Telephone calls
Gratuity and all tips

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Capture your wildlife experiences forever in beautiful Botswana at Khwai River Lodge, Eagle Island Camp and Savute Elephant Camp with acclaimed photographer, Heinrich van den Berg.

Highly acclaimed wildlife and nature photographer Heinrich van den Berg has travelled the world extensively in his bid to “tell a story in every picture”. He has climbed icy volcanoes in Chile, tracked endangered mountain gorillas in Rwanda, searched for rare chameleons in Madagascar, wandered through the sacred temples of Cambodia and now he is going to explore the Okavango Delta. 

Eight guests can experience the adventure of a lifetime with Heinrich, whilst learning how to capture their wildlife experiences forever in a fresh, evocative way and to learn some of his boundary breaking photographic techniques.

Eagle Island Camp includes a 45 minute scenic helicopter flight of the magnificent game-rich Okavango Delta as part of our range of exclusive activities, and this will lend itself to breathtaking photographic opportunities from the air.

About Heinrich van den Berg:

Heinrich van den Berg has photographed extensively in Southern Africa, capturing the elusive leopard in Kruger National Park, the desert elephant in Namibia’s Kaokoland, and the captivating birdlife of Botswana. The recipient of many awards, he was the first photographer to win the Eric Hoskings Award of the BBC Wildlife Photographer of the Year for two consecutive years, he won the international Camel Trophy photographic competition in 1998 and has done assignment photography for Getty Images, National Geographic, the Peaceparks Foundation, bhp Billiton and Discovery Communications. Since 2001 Van den Berg has published nine photographic wildlife books.

View his work on his website here >

April Workshop (18-24 April 2010)

Package includes:

• Return flights on Air Botswana from Johannesburg to Maun and return to Johannesburg Pre-safari workshop briefing at The Westcliff hotel in Johannesburg
• Charter flight from Maun Airport to Eagle Island Camp
• 3 nights accommodation at Eagle Island Camp including meals and beverages (excludes premium brands), national park fees, game viewing activities, emergency evacuation insurance, departure tax and laundry services
• Charter flight from Eagle Island Camp to Khwai River Lodge
• 3 nights accommodation at Khwai River Lodge including meals and beverages (excludes premium brands), national park fees, game viewing activities, emergency evacuation insurance and laundry services
• A commemorative journal to document your stay
• 45 minute Helicopter Flight at Eagle Island Camp

November Workshop (10–16 Nov 2010)

Package includes:

• Return flights on Air Botswana from Johannesburg to Maun and return to Johannesburg Pre-safari workshop briefing at The Westcliff hotel in Johannesburg
• Charter flight from Maun Airport to Eagle Island Camp
• 2 nights accommodation at Eagle Island Camp including meals and beverages (excludes premium brands), national park fees, game viewing activities, emergency evacuation insurance, departure tax and laundry services
• Charter flight from Eagle Island Camp to Khwai River Lodge
• 2 nights accommodation at Khwai River Lodge including meals and beverages (excludes premium brands), national park fees, game viewing activities, emergency evacuation insurance and laundry services
• Charter flight from Khwai River Lodge to Savute Elephant Camp
• 2 nights accommodation at Savute Elephant Camp including meals and beverages (excludes premium brands), national park fees, game viewing activities, emergency evacuation insurance and laundry services
• Charter flight from Savute Elephant Camp to Maun
• A journal to document your stay 
• Helicopter Flight at Eagle Island Camp

Call us and let us help to create an experience for you on +1 800-524-2420, or email us greatjourneys@oeh.com.