Golden Trails of Africa
19-DAYS
Your journey begins with an overnight stay in Nairobi, the city's legendary starting point for safari adventures. The next morning drive to Amboseli National Park, where you will spend 2 days enjoying unforgettable game drives. Then, you will venture to Lake Manyara National Park, where you will overnight, and enjoy a game drive before continuing on to Ngorongoro. Your two-night stay includes a full-day crater game drive, one of Africa's best-known wildlife areas. Then drive to the renowned Serengeti National Park, where you will spend three nights. Next fly to Johannesburg, where you will enjoy some free time and overnight. The following day, fly to Victoria Falls, and transfer to Kasane to board the beautiful ZAMBEZI QUEEN. Your safari cruise on the Chobe River creates the perfect setting, with luxurious accommodations while surrounding you with one of the densest populations of wildlife on the African continent. Your African odyssey concludes with two nights at Victoria Falls, the largest curtain of water on earth.
ITINERARY
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OVERNIGHT FLIGHT TO KENYA
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| Board your overnight flight to Nairobi, Kenya.
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| Day 2 : |
ARRIVE IN NAIROBI (Hotel check-in date)
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| Upon your arrival in Nairobi, transfer to your hotel where you will have the evening free.
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| Day 3 : |
NAIROBI - AMBOSELI
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| After breakfast, your drive to the Amboseli National Park offers a spectacular view of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest free-standing mountain in the world. Enjoy game drives through this stunning landscape, which boasts more big game than almost anywhere in Africa. The home of the Maasai people, Amboseli offers incomparable opportunities to observe herds of elephant, cape buffalo, impala, lion, zebra and water fowl. (B,L,D)
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| Day 4 : |
AMBOSELI
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| Today, your morning and afternoon game drives will offer new encounters with the wildlife strolling across the plains. You will have opportunities to see rhinos, cheetahs, wildebeests and more. You will also visit traditional manyattas settlements of the Amboseli Maasai. In the evening, enjoy a traditional feast and tribal dancing overlooking a big game waterhole. (B,L,D)
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| Day 5 : |
AMBOSELI - LAKE MANYARA
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| This morning, drive to Lake Manyara National Park to see the famous tree-climbing lions, hippos, wildebeests, warthogs and giraffes. The area provides opportunities for viewing and observing over 300 migratory birds, including flamingo and grey-headed kingfisher. (B,L,D)
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| Day 6 : |
LAKE MANYARA - NGORONGORO NATIONAL PARK
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| Depart for an early morning game drive in Lake Manyara National Park to observe a variety of animal habitats ranging from dense rain forest to swamp and open savannah. Then, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation area and visit the Ngorongoro Archaeological Museum at Olduvai, where archeologist and anthropologist Louis and Mary Leakey found the fossilized remains of some of man's oldest ancestors. (B,L,D)
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| Day 7 : |
NGORONGORO NATIONAL PARK
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| Known as "the eighth wonder of the world," the Ngorongoro Crater is one of Africa's best-known wildlife areas. Your full day game drive to this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers a truly unique environment. Deep within the Crater, enclosed by towering walls, some 25,000 large mammals wander the plains, lakes and forests of "the land that time forgot," dominated by enormous bull elephants, lions, wildebeest and buffalo. (B,L,D)
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| Day 8 : |
NGORONGORO NATIONAL PARK - SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
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| After breakfast, drive to the Serengeti National Park, where you will spend the next three nights. The Serengeti National Park offers not only all the members of The Big Five but also the annual "migration" of the wildebeests, a truly awe-inspiring sight. (B,L,D)
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| Day 9 : |
SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
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| Tanzania's greatest park is dominated by a spectacle of wildlife. Lion prides, leopards, cheetahs and all three species of the African jackal are found here, alongside the spotted hyena, blue wildebeest and a host of other species. Around 500-plus bird species have been recorded here including the outsized ostrich as well as the black eagles that soar effortlessly above the Lobo Hills. During your stay, enjoy daily morning and afternoon game drives. (B,L,D)
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| Day 10 : |
SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
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| Enjoy more morning and afternoon game drives through Tanzania's greatest park. (B,L,D)
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| Day 11 : |
SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK - ARUSHA - JOHANNESBURG
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| After breakfast at your lodge, you will say goodbye to Tanzania as you fly via Nairobi to Johannesburg for your overnight stay. Enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure as you prepare for your upcoming voyage on the MS ZAMBEZI QUEEN. (B)
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| Day 12 : |
JOHANNESBURG - ZAMBEZI QUEEN - EMBARKATION
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| After breakfast, fly to Victoria Falls Airport and then transfer to Kasane. Here, you will board the ZAMBEZI QUEEN, docked on the Chobe River. Late this afternoon, depart for a sunset cruise before your Welcome Cocktail and Dinner on board. (B,D)
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| Day 13 : |
ZAMBEZI QUEEN
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| This morning, disembark for a game drive in Chobe National Park, home of one of the densest populations of wildlife on the African continent. Encounter elephants, leopards, lions, gazelle and buffalo. Late this afternoon, venture out on a tender boat for close-up views of the wild animals gathering along the river. This evening, be our guest ashore at a delicious Boma dinner, where you will savor the distinct flavors of Africa. Afterwards, your guide will show you the African sky showing you magnificent planets and stars (weather permitting). (B,L,D)
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| Day 14 : |
ZAMBEZI QUEEN
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| Begin your day with a visit to Kasenu village for a cultural interaction with the local community where you will have time to shop for local artifacts. Then board a mokoro to explore the waterways and observe African animals and abundant birdlife. Relax on the beach in colorful, rustic style tents as you are served local delicacies cooked from a traditional wood fire oven. After lunch, return to the ship for an afternoon cruise (weather permitting). The remainder of the evening is at your leisure to relax on board. (B,L,D)
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| Day 15 : |
ZAMBEZI QUEEN
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| After breakfast on board, choose between a game drive in the Chobe National Park, walking tour of a traditional village, visit to a local school or fishing excursion for the famous tigerfish. Late this afternoon, travel by boat trip to observe crocodiles, hippos and elephants in their natural habitat. Experience a traditional African barbecue tonight, prepared by the local community. (B,L,D)
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| Day 16 : |
ZAMBEZI QUEEN - DISEMBARKATION - VICTORIA FALLS
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| This morning, transfer to Victoria Falls, one of the greatest natural wonders of the earth. Settle into your hotel and enjoy the afternoon to explore the city or experience one of the many activities offered by your hotel. (B)
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| Day 17 : |
VICTORIA FALLS
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| Today, your local guide will take you on a tour of the remarkable Victoria Falls providing a history as well as detailing the flora, fauna, bird and wildlife that makes this area so unique. Later, you will embark on your Sundowner Cruise along the Zambezi River. Relax on board as you observe a variety of game. (B)
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| Day 18 : |
DEPART VICTORIA FALLS
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| Today your African journey draws to a close. After breakfast, we bid adieu to Africa, as you head to Victoria Falls Airport, already reminiscing about your trip of a lifetime.
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| Day 19 : |
USA/CANADA
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| Arrive home.
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| (B - breakfast, L - lunch, D - dinner) |
INCLUDED FEATURES
NAIROBI
- 1-night at Fairmont The Norfolk Hotel including breakfast
AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK
- 2 nights in the Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
- Daily morning and afternoon/evening game drives
- Visit to traditional manyattas of the Amboseli Maasai
- All meals included at the lodge
LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK
- 1-night in the Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
- Game drive in Lake Manyara National Park
- All meals included at the lodge
NGORONGORO NATIONAL PARK
- 2 nights in the Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge
- Daily morning and afternoon/evening game drives
- Ngorongoro Archaeological Museum and Ngorongoro Crater & Olduvai Gorge
- All meals included at the lodge
SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
- 3 nights in the Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
- Daily morning and afternoon/evening game drives
- All meals included at the lodge
JOHANNESBURG
- 1-night at the Intercontinental including breakfast
MS ZAMBEZI QUEEN
- 4 nights accommodation in balcony stateroom
- Chobe National Park game drives
- Private boat game drives along the banks of the Chobe River
- Visit to Kasenu village for a cultural interaction with the local community
- Explore MS ZAMBEZI QUEEN surroundings in a Mokoro (traditional dugout canoe)
- Traditional African Boma Dinner
- African BBQ on island in Namibia
- Beach Lunch
- All meals included during the cruise
- Complimentary wine and beer included with all lunch and dinners
VICTORIA FALLS
- 2 nights hotel in the 4-star Ilala Lodge including daily breakfast
- Zambezi River Sundowner Cruise
- Tour Victoria Falls National Park
TOUR PRICES & DEPARTURE DATES:
| 2013 SAILINGS |
| HOTEL CHECK-IN |
START CITY |
SHIP NAME |
EMBARK CITY |
EMBARK DATE |
CRUISE & LAND |
| Jan 11 | Nairobi | Zambezi Queen | Zambezi Queen | Jan 21 | $11,495 |
| Feb 8 | Nairobi | Zambezi Queen | Zambezi Queen | Feb 18 | $11,495 |
| Mar 8 | Nairobi | Zambezi Queen | Zambezi Queen | Mar 18 | $11,495 |
| Apr 12 | Nairobi | Zambezi Queen | Zambezi Queen | Apr 22 | $11,495 |
| Apr 26 | Nairobi | Zambezi Queen | Zambezi Queen | May 6 | $11,495 |
| May 24 | Nairobi | Zambezi Queen | Zambezi Queen | Jun 3 | $11,995 |
| May 31 | Nairobi | Zambezi Queen | Zambezi Queen | Jun 10 | $12,495 |
| Jul 5 | Nairobi | Zambezi Queen | Zambezi Queen | Jul 15 | $12,995 |
| Jul 19 | Nairobi | Zambezi Queen | Zambezi Queen | Jul 29 | $12,995 |
| Aug 2 | Nairobi | Zambezi Queen | Zambezi Queen | Aug 12 | $12,995 |
| Aug 16 | Nairobi | Zambezi Queen | Zambezi Queen | Aug 26 | $12,995 |
| Sep 6 | Nairobi | Zambezi Queen | Zambezi Queen | Sep 16 | $11,995 |
| Sep 20 | Nairobi | Zambezi Queen | Zambezi Queen | Sep 30 | $11,995 |
| Oct 4 | Nairobi | Zambezi Queen | Zambezi Queen | Oct 14 | $11,995 |
| Nov 1 | Nairobi | Zambezi Queen | Zambezi Queen | Nov 11 | $11,495 |
| Nov 29 | Nairobi | Zambezi Queen | Zambezi Queen | Dec 9 | $11,495 |
| CABIN UPGRADES PER PERSON |
| CATEGORY |
DECK |
STATEROOM |
CRUISE & LAND |
| SB | Middle | Private Balcony | Base Price |
| SA | Lower & Middle | Private Balcony | + $198 |
| MS | Lower & Middle | Private Balcony with Sitting Area | + $798 |
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Note:
- Prices are per person in a Cat. SB.
- Upgrade: To upgrade to a 5-star accommodation in Victoria Falls, add $99 per person.
- Intra-Africa Air: $985 per person
- Single Supplement: 40% of twin price.
- Bedding: Please select bedding configuration at the time of booking: Option A: Two twin beds Option B: One large bed.
- Visa: Visas are required for travel to Africa; please consult with your Consulate for more information.
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