Cruise Advice
Duration
13 Nights
Journey Type
Sailing from South Africa
Ports
8 Ports
19-22 July
Setting sail from Cape Town
This magical multicultural city is the perfect jumping off point to explore Southern Africa, but do make sure you linger a few days to enjoy the buzz of a city where Africa meets a European-style cosmopolitan atmosphere, creating a vibrant melting pot of cultures and religions. With flat-topped Table Mountain soaring above the city, beautiful natural landscapes, and gardens within the city, you never feel far from nature here. Enjoy the waterfront, museums and elegant architecture, then take the time to venture further afield - there is so much within easy reach.
Our tip
Combine time in Cape Town with trips outside the city. We will help you plan ahead to make the most of your visit, so our tip is simply to call us to make the most of it.
22 July
Zimbabwe: Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls is one of Africa’s most spectacular natural wonders, known as ‘Mosi-oa-Tunya’ in the local Lozi language - ‘the smoke that thunders’. The falls straddle the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, at the point where the Zambezi river plunges into a deep gorge.
23 July
Scenic river cruising
24 July
Botswana: Chobe National Park
Botswana’s magnificent Chobe National Park is one of Africa’s most impressive wildlife destinations, home to huge herds of elephants and Cape buffalo, which are drawn to the banks of the Chobe river to drink in the drier winter months.
25 July
Scenic river cruising
26 July
Botswana: Kasane
The town of Kasane, in the far north of Botswana, is the gateway to Chobe National Park. This extraordinary wildlife reserve is best known for its large elephant population, and is also home to species including giraffes, lions, leopards, baboons and hippos.
26-28 July
Zimbabwe: Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls is one of Africa’s most spectacular natural wonders, known as ‘Mosi-oa-Tunya’ in the local Lozi language - ‘the smoke that thunders’. The falls straddle the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, at the point where the Zambezi river plunges into a deep gorge.
28 July - 4 August
South Africa: Rovos Rail, Pretoria
1 August
Arriving in Johannesburg
Johannesburg is a city that comes with plenty of baggage, and it remains a place where the divide between the haves and have-nots is stark. But urban renewal is transforming former no-go zones into the city's most happening new neighbourhoods, and there are some excellent museums for those who want to grapple with South Africa's difficult past, including the moving Apartheid Museum.
Your home from home
The Zambezi Queen is specially designed to travel Botswana’s Chobe River, where you'll enjoy dramatic views of elephants, hippos and crocodiles.
What we love
The Zambezi Queen features modern rooms, outstanding cuisine and an open air pool deck, all of which can be enjoyed whilst game viewing. What's not to love about this stylish 'floating lodge'?
| Capacity | 28 Guests |
|---|---|
| Crew | 22 International Staff |
| Style | Relaxed and informal during the day, giving way to an elegant evening atmosphere. |
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Tailor-make your trip
Ways to make it better
Where to stay in Cape Town
There are some great hotels to choose from, but at Mundy we especially like the Cape Grace on the waterfront.
Extend your stay in South Africa
Take a wine tour to Stellenbosch and Franschhoek for tastings, beautiful countryside and great food.
