Ultimate Africa

From Cape Town to Kigali

Tour Overview

Set out on an extraordinary 30-day handcrafted journey across Southern and Eastern Africa, featuring breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cultures, and unforgettable wildlife encounters.

Begin in Cape Town, South Africa, where majestic mountains meet pristine beaches. Discover the city’s lively culture on a walking food tour, sampling local flavors and exploring the historic Bo-Kaap neighborhood.

Spend a day at Cape Point and visit Boulders Beach to observe the charismatic African penguins, then enjoy an evening of cultural dining and drumming at GOLD Restaurant.

Next, unwind in the Winelands with two nights of sampling world-renowned wines across Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and Paarl. Then journey to Manyeleti Private Game Reserve for exhilarating game drives and guided walking safaris, staying in a luxurious tented camp for an immersive African safari experience.

Fly to Botswana’s Okavango Delta to continue your safari adventure with game drives and traditional mokoro (canoe) excursions through Moremi Game Reserve and the Delta’s channels. At Chobe National Park, enjoy boat safaris and observe elephants along the Chobe River on eco-friendly, solar-powered boats.

Arrive in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, for a culturally enriching experience, where you'll support local community initiatives and visit a nearby village. Marvel at the awe-inspiring falls and enjoy a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River.

Continue your journey in Kenya, flying to the Masai Mara for an exceptional safari experience. Explore vast savannas with the Big Five and take in the wild beauty of one of Africa’s most iconic reserves.

Conclude with an unforgettable experience in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park, trekking to encounter mountain gorillas in their natural environment.

This adventure is fully customisable, ask us how we can tailor this for you today!

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Witness unforgettable landscapes - from the Okavango Delta’s waterways to the sweeping plains of the Masai Mara and the volcanic backdrop of Rwanda

Meet Maasai communities, visit local villages, and enjoy authentic dining experiences, gaining a genuine connection with Africa’s diverse cultures.

With Big Five game drives, primate tracking, and mokoro safaris, you’ll experience Africa’s rich biodiversity in unique, memorable ways.

Tour Itinerary

Customisable ? This tour can be customised to suit your tastes and timing. Enquire here for more information.
Day 1
Arrival Cape Town

Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.

Cape Town is one of the world’s most picturesque destinations, framed by dramatic mountains and pristine beaches. Often called the cosmopolitan hub of Africa, the city offers a rich cultural and historical heritage, vibrant dining and nightlife, and a wealth of activities—from scenic cruises to world-class shopping and outdoor adventure.

Overnight in a comfortable hotel in Cape Town with breakfast.

Day 2
Private Eat Like a Local City Tour

Enjoy a guided walking food tour through Cape Town’s City Bowl, visiting at least six local eateries for a variety of tastings. As you explore the city centre and the colourful Bo-Kaap neighbourhood, you’ll gain insight into local culture, history, and contemporary food trends.

This gentle 3–4 km walk is ideal for first-time visitors wanting to get acquainted with Cape Town’s flavours and stories. The tour begins at 09:30, runs for approximately 4.5 hours, and is limited to eight participants.

After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.

Overnight in a comfortable hotel in Cape Town with breakfast.

Day 3
Day at Leisure in Cape Town

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and your days at leisure to explore on your own or go on one of the various optional activities on offer.

Optional activities can be pre-booked - some suggestions below:

Robben Island: Discover the historical significance of Robben Island on a guided tour, learning about the struggle against apartheid and the imprisonment of Nelson Mandela.

Township Tour: Gain insights into South Africa's culture by exploring a township like Langa or Khayelitsha, engaging with locals and visiting community projects.

Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens: Immerse yourself in the beauty of Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, taking a leisurely stroll, enjoying a picnic, and attending summer concerts.

Shark Diving: For an exhilarating adventure, experience shark diving in nearby Gansbaai, known as the "Great White Shark Capital of the World." Get up close with these magnificent creatures in a controlled and safe environment.

Whale Watching (in season): Experience the thrill of whale watching during the season (June to November) from Hermanus to spot southern right whales.

Overnight in a comfortable hotel in Cape Town with breakfast.

Day 4
Private Cape Point and Boulders Tour

Today, you'll set off on a private tour to explore Cape Point and Boulders Beach.

Cape Town is situated on a stunning mountainous peninsula, and this full-day tour is the perfect way to see its highlights. Travel along the Atlantic seaboard, with its pristine beaches and rugged mountains, to Hout Bay. If conditions allow, you'll continue along Chapman’s Peak Drive, renowned as one of the most scenic roads in the world.

Your journey takes you to the Cape Point Nature Reserve, located at the southern tip of the Cape Peninsula—a destination that has fascinated travelers for centuries. On your return to Cape Town, you'll travel along the False Bay coast, visiting the colony of endangered African Penguins at Boulders Beach. The route also passes through the charming villages of Simon’s Town, Fish Hoek, Kalk Bay, and Muizenberg.

In the evening, you'll be transferred to GOLD Restaurant for dinner, where you'll enjoy a drumming experience. GOLD Restaurant offers more than just a meal—it’s an authentic African experience, taking you on a culinary journey through the diverse flavors of the continent.

Overnight in a comfortable hotel in Cape Town with breakfast.

Day 5-6
Winelands

Transfer to the Winelands for two days of vineyard landscapes, charming towns, wine tasting, and scenic exploration. With a private driver-guide, your days can be tailored to your interests—wine, food, history, nature, or leisurely sightseeing.

Overnight in a comfortable Winelands hotel with breakfast.

Day 7
Cape Town Manyeleti Private Game Reserve

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Cape Town airport in time for your flight to Hoedspruit, then transfer to your safari camp in the Greater Kruger region. If arriving early, enjoy lunch before your first afternoon game drive in search of the Big Five.

The unfenced camps offer wildlife experiences while pampering the senses. Off road game drives in open vehicles or full safaris on foot may bring you into close contact with the 'Big 5'. The camps have indoor and outdoor dining areas as well as fully stocked bars with climate-control wine cellars, stocked with award-winning South African vintages.

Overnight in a comfortable tented safari camp in the Manyeleti with full board.

Day 8-10
Manyeleti Private Game Reserve

Enjoy your included game activities.

A typical day on safari in immerses you in the awe-inspiring beauty and wildlife of the African bush.

You'll start early with a game drive in an open safari vehicle, guided by experienced experts who will help you spot and identify various animals.

As the sun rises, the wildlife becomes more active, offering thrilling sightings of the Big Five and other fascinating creatures.

After a few hours return to the lodge where you'll enjoy a delicious breakfast.

After breakfast, you may choose to do some optional activities, or relax taking in the surrounds. Following lunch, and perhaps a siesta, its time to enjoy an afternoon game drive to witness the park's wildlife in a different light.

Sundowners in the bush allow you to soak in the beauty of an African sunset, savoring the magical atmosphere. Evening activities may include night drives, stargazing, cultural performances, or informative talks.

The day concludes with a delightful dinner and the opportunity to relax and reflect on the day's experiences in the heart of the African wilderness.

Overnight Honeyguide Khoya Moya Camp in a luxury tent including full board

Day 11
Manyeleti Private Game Reserve Johannesburg

After a final morning game drive and breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Johannesburg. On arrival, take the shuttle to your hotel.

Overnight in a comfortable airport hotel with breakfast.

Day 12
Johannesburg Okavango Delta

Fly to Maun and connect by light aircraft to your camp in the Moremi region of the Okavango Delta.

Overnight in a comfortable tented safari camp in the Moremi area with all-inclusive basis.

Day 13-14
Exploring Moremi Game Reserve

Enjoy your scheduled game activities.

These include a choice of morning and afternoon game drives throughout the many different ecosystems that the Moremi Game Reserve has to offer. The Reserve is renowned for exceptional wildlife sightings including lion, leopard, wild dog, elephant, and exceptional general game. Perhaps explore the Xakanaxa Lagoon and its surrounding channels by boat, with its kaleidoscope of birdlife.

This blend of activities allows for access to incredible landscapes, and impressive wildlife as well as the opportunity to enjoy the picturesque waters of the Okavango Delta.

Overnight in a comfortable tented safari camp in the Moremi area with all-inclusive basis.

Day 15
Inter-camp light aircraft transfer

Transfer by light aircraft to your next Delta camp.

Overnight in a comfortable safari lodge in the Okavango Delta with all-inclusive basis.

Day 16
Okavango Delta

Today enjoy your scheduled game activities.

Water-based activities are conducted by experienced professional guides who will expertly navigate guests through the many meandering, reed-lined waterways. Roam the vast expanses of water from the comfort of a modern motorboat or explore the intricacies of the Okavango Delta the quiet, old fashioned way, in the traditional mokoro (dugout canoe).

Overnight in a comfortable safari lodge in the Okavango Delta with all-inclusive basis.

Day 17
Okavago Delta Chobe National Park

After your morning activity, you will be collected and transferred by light aircraft to Kasane where you will be met on arrival and transferred to your lodge inside Chobe National Park.

Enjoy your time at leisure until your afternoon game activity. You may choose to enjoy the swimming pool or spend time on the expansive deck which has magnificent views over the Chobe River.

Birding is spectacular with Schalows turaco, barred owlet and white-browed coucal resident in the gardens as well as rosy throated longclaw, western-banded snake-eagle and hooded vulture among a few of the 450 species of the Chobe region.

Overnight in a comfortable lodge inside Chobe National Park with all-inclusive basis.

Day 18-19
Exploring Chobe National Park

Enjoy your scheduled game activities.

No Chobe safari is complete without experiencing the beauty of the Chobe River and its incredible wildlife by boat. The riverboats are specifically designed to ensure each passenger can take in the magnificent Chobe views in complete comfort from anywhere on the boat.

Owing to the flexibility in seating arrangements and the flat deck, the boats are ideal for keen wildlife photographers, with ample space for equipment and the freedom to photograph from any angle.

Unlike any other water-based activity in Botswana, the game viewing while on a river safari in Chobe is unsurpassed anywhere in Botswana. Elephants line the water’s edge, hippo congregate in lagoons, hundreds of antelope and giraffe make their way to the water and sightings of predators along the riverbanks are common.

All of the boats at Chobe Game Lodge are solar-electric powered boats – a clean and quiet way to enjoy a boat safari and another first for tourism in Africa.

Owing to the location of Chobe Game Lodge inside the Chobe National Park, early-morning game drives set off as soon as the park opens, giving you the best chance of tracking predators while they are still active. The afternoon drives depart the lodge in the late afternoon (the exact time is dependent on the season), only returning at park closure time after sunset, thus maximising the time you spend out in the park to enjoy those special sightings.

The drives follow the course of the Chobe River as your experienced guide interprets the bush signs and tracks in search of the resident wildlife. Elephant encounters are common and huge herds of buffalo abound. The ever-present impala and the majestic giraffe are both common residents, while sightings of the puku antelope are also on offer.

Predators are plentiful in the northern region of the Chobe National Park, and excellent sightings of lion, wild dog and leopard are to be had.

The Chobe Game Lodge vehicles are open 4WD game viewers redesigned to make your trip comfortable and your viewing experience astonishing. Included in the fleet are several silent, CO2 emission-free electric vehicles designed to further enhance your Chobe safari.

Overnight in a comfortable lodge inside Chobe National Park with all-inclusive basis.

Day 20
Chobe National Park Victoria Falls

After your morning activity and breakfast, you will be transferred to your hotel in Victoria Falls

Overnight in a comfortable lodge in Victoria Falls with breakfast.

Day 21
Exploring Victoria Falls

Today enjoy a tour of the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls.

Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, explore the enchanting Rainforest and learn about the history, flora, fauna, and points of interest surrounding the falls. Feel the mist on your skin and hear the thundering sound as you stand in awe of Nature's Supreme Masterpiece.

Next, experience a Elephant Encounter, where you can interact with Africa's majestic elephants in a pristine wilderness. Learn about their conservation efforts and the challenges they face. Marvel at the elephants roaming freely across the vast landscape. Capture memorable photos and observe their natural behaviors.

Later, witness the breathtaking African sunset as you cruise along the Zambezi River.

Overnight in a comfortable lodge in Victoria Falls with breakfast.

Day 22
Community & Culture Connection

Your day begins with the Pay It Forward experience, where you’ll be introduced to local organizations in need of support. Choose a charity that resonates with you and receive a “wish list” of essential items they need. Embark on a fun and engaging quest through the bustling markets of Victoria Falls to gather these items. Once you’ve completed your shopping, you’ll visit the organization to personally deliver the goods, meeting the recipients and building a meaningful connection.

The tour continues with a visit to an authentic rural village located about 20 kilometers from Victoria Falls. Here, you’ll observe the rhythms of daily life, from tending fields to household activities, and may even get the chance to help with local chores. Meet the village chief and learn about traditions and community life directly from him.

After a full day of connection and impact, you'll be transported back to your hotel, enriched by the experiences and the meaningful contributions you’ve made.

Overnight in a comfortable lodge in Victoria Falls with breakfast.

Day 23
Victoria Falls Nairobi

Enjoy some time at leisure before a transfer to the airport in time for your flight to Nairobi

On arrival, you will met and assisted to the shuttle to your hotel located near the airport.

Overnight in a comfortable airport hotel in Nairobi with breakfast.

Day 24
Nairobi Masai Mara

In the morning, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to Wilson Airport for your scheduled flight to Masai Mara.

On arrival, you will be greeted and driven to the camp. After settling in, enjoy a delicious lunch at the camp. In the afternoon, embark on an exhilarating first game drive through the vast wilderness of Masai Mara, returning to camp as the sun sets. During your stay you can also visit a Masai village where you can connect with the residents and learn about their way of life.

Overnight in a comfortable tented safari camp in the Masai Mara with full board.

Day 25-26
Masai Mara Game Reserve

Enjoy your included scheduled game activities

Rise early with a wake-up call for tea and coffee before departing for an early morning game drive. Witness the awakening of the savannah and the wildlife at its most active before the heat of the day sets in. Return to camp for a hearty breakfast. The rest of the morning is at your leisure to relax and enjoy the camp's amenities. After a satisfying lunch, head out for another game drive in the afternoon, exploring different parts of the Masai Mara and observing its diverse wildlife. Return to camp as the sun sets over the African plains.

For a once-in-a-lifetime experience, you may choose to take an optional Hot Air Balloon over the Masai Mara, and witness the awakening of the savannah and the wildlife at its most active before the heat of the day sets in.

Overnight in a comfortable tented safari camp in the Masai Mara with full board.

Day 27
Masai Mara Nairobi

After breakfast at the camp, bid farewell to the wilderness of Masai Mara as you are transferred to the nearest airstrip for your scheduled flight back to Nairobi.

Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be met and transferred your hotel.

Overnight in a comfortable airport hotel in Nairobi with breakfast.

Day 28
Nairobi Volcanoes National Park

Catch the shuttle to the airport in time for your flight to Kigali.

On arrival into Kigali, on completion of customs and immigration formalities you will be met at the airport by a representative, who will brief you on your trip and introduce to your safari driver-guide.

You will then be transferred westward to Ruhengeri, the starting point for Gorilla trekking in Parc National des Volcanos. Ruhengeri, a town located just 25km from the Uganda border, is relatively small, with a population of approximately 350,000 people. The continuous influx of people in this town is quite remarkable. Ruhengeri boasts splendid views of the surrounding volcanoes, and the local population is known for their friendliness.

If time permits, visit the villages, local communities and markets or an optional visit to the little known by compellingly beautiful twin lakes Bulera and Ruhondo (extra cost)

Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure

Overnight in a comfortable lodge near Volcanoes National Park with full board.

Day 29
Gorilla Trekking Kigali

Rise early for breakfast today before proceeding to the Volcanoes National Park Headquarters.

During the registration process, the park personnel will determine which gorilla group you will be visiting. There are a total of 96 gorilla permits available each day, and a maximum of eight trekkers are allowed to visit any one group. Once the trekkers are assigned to their respective groups, the Lead Guide for each group will provide a briefing on the trekking procedures and the guidelines for behavior in the presence of gorillas. Following the briefing, trekkers will return to their respective vehicles for the journey up the mountain to the starting point.

The duration of the trek can vary from two to six hours or more, especially if the gorillas have moved since the park rangers last located them. Along the way, the guides will make frequent stops to allow trekkers to rest and capture photos. The forest is dense and humid, with no defined trekking paths. The terrain is characterized by hills and steep slopes of the volcanoes, which may necessitate the use of branches, plant roots, and bushes to assist in ascending the steep inclines.

Once you encounter the gorillas, you will have a remarkable hour to observe them. They might be seen feeding on the ground, resting, moving about in the trees, or playing on the branches. Trackers often use machetes to clear vegetation, providing a clearer and closer view of the gorillas. Despite their immense size, these creatures exude grace and tranquility. Witnessing the silverbacks, the mature males, rise and assert their dominance over the territory is a truly awe-inspiring experience.

Afterward, return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, you will be return to Kigali for dinner and overnight

Overnight in a comfortable hotel in Kigali with breakfast.

Day 30
Depart Kigali

Enjoy your morning at leisure before your transfer to Kigali Airport

What’s Included

Accommodation
  • Included Copy 20 Superior Accommodation with meals as specified
  • Included Copy 31 Upgrades available
Fees & Services
  • Included Copy 20 All transfers and excursions with entrance fees as specified
  • Included Copy 20 Scheduled economy class flights: Cape Town to Hoedspruit Return, Johannesburg to Maun
  • Included Copy 20 Scheduled economy class flights: Victoria Falls to Nairobi, Nairobi to Kigali
  • Included Copy 20 Internal light aircraft flights in Botswana and Kenya
  • Included Copy 20 1 x Gorilla Permit
  • Included Copy 31 Optional: Hot Air Balloon over the Masai Mara
  • Included Copy 7 Any flights not specified, gratiuties, visas, insurance and anything else not specified

Activities

  • Included Spot wildlife as you glide through Botswana’s Okavango Delta in a traditional dugout canoe
  • Included Explore the vibrant Bo-Kaap neighborhood while sampling authentic local flavors.
  • Included Witness the meeting point of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans at Cape Point
  • Included Relish a serene evening cruise on the Zambezi, with spectacular views the surrounding wilderness
  • Included Discover Kenya’s famed Masai Mara, where you’ll search for wildlife across vast savannas.
  • Included Visit local communities, support community-driven initiatives, and experience cultural exchanges.
  • Included Savor some of the world’s best wines in South Africa’s beautiful vineyards.
  • Included Spot elephants and other wildlife along the Chobe River on eco-friendly, solar-powered boats.
  • Included Engage in immersive game drives and guided walking safaris within an exclusive reserve.
  • Included Trek into the forests of Volcanoes National Park for an intimate encounter with mountain gorillas.
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Duration

30 days

Price from

$18,194 USD

Per person, sharing

Daily, on request