8-Nights Spotlight on South Africa and Victoria Falls - Land Journey

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Spotlight on South Africa and Victoria Falls

Journey to the heart of South Africa, a world where breathtaking landscapes, remarkable wildlife and rich cultures await. Adventures begins in the vibrant coastal city of Cape Town, based at the foot of the magnificent Table Mountain. Discover history and natural beauty from game reserves to coastal treasures, sip wines in lush vineyards, and marvel at the playful African penguins on the beach. Experience the savannahs of Kapama Private Game Reserve, home to Africa's "Big Five" on thrilling game drives, where lions, elephants, and rhinos roam. Stand in awe of the thundering Victoria Falls and share unforgettable moments during serene sunsets on the Zambezi River, every moment is steeped in wonder.

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Johannesburg Johannesburg Johannesburg's contrasts are some of the most extreme in the world; poverty-stricken and overcrowded Alexandra is surrounded by some of the richest suburbs in South Africa, and downtown hundreds of homeless struggle to survive around the Stock Exchange. The contrast between suburb and township is mirrored nationwide, but is more extreme here because of the intense wealth of many of the suburbs, and the sheer size of the townships and their satellite squatter camps. Yet the city as a whole continues to suck in people and skills from all over the country, making it the financial, commercial and cultural powerhouse of South Africa.	Destination Guide
Victoria Falls Victoria Falls The town of Victoria Falls is a pleasant place, created for visitors. There are hiking routes and rental bicycles. There are also trinket shops, selling everything from cheap T-shirts to antique African musical instruments. Carvings of masks and animals are a tradition around the area (as is the bargaining required to purchase them for a reasonable price). The Victoria Falls Hotel, a short walk from the falls, still operates in full colonial splendor and should be seen even by those not staying there. Visit Crocodile Ranch and Craft Village - a fascinating glimpse into Zimbabwean culture. Visit Livingstone, just across the border in Zambia— more than just a tourist town and more character than Victoria Falls. Another appealing side trip is to Chobe National Park, in neighboring Botswana. Chobe is one of the finest game parks in the world.	Destination Guide
Kapama Private Game Reserve Kapama Private Game Reserve Kapama Private Game Reserve is located in the Greater Kruger National Park region in South Africa. Enjoy private safari experiences in open safari vehicles, guided bush walks, river boat cruises, and exciting elephant back safaris. The adventurous will enjoy the authentic surroundings, and have ample opportunities to search for Africa's "Big Five" - lion, elephant, leopard, buffalo and rhino.
Hoedspruit Hoedspruit Hoedspruit rests in the center of the UNESCO registered Kruger to Canyons Biosphere, and is primarily an agriculture town and hotspot for ecotourism. Its proximity to endangered animals in nearby reserves draws many visitors, and the town also holds the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre, which works to conserve, breed and research endangered species.
Cape Town Cape Town Cape Town is southern Africa's most beautiful, most romantic and most-visited city. Few urban centers anywhere can match its setting along the Cape Peninsula spine, which slides like the mighty tail of the continent into the Atlantic Ocean. By far the most striking - and famous - of its sights is Table Mountain, frequently mantled by clouds, and rearing up from the middle of the city to provide a constantly changing vista to the suburbs below. Table Mountain is the city's solid core which divides the city into distinct zones with public gardens, wilderness, forests, hiking routes, vineyards and desirable residential areas trailing down it's lower slopes.	Destination Guide

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