Five-star Luxury South Africa Cruise with Big Five Safari
Includes a Big Five safari tour to Aquila Private Game Reserve
18days from
£3,449*per person
Overview
Begin your journey in Cape Town with three nights' luxury hotel stay and a free 'big five' safari tour to Aquila Private Game Reserve. Explore Cape Town's cosmopolitan streets tucked beneath Table Mountain before setting sail along South Africa coast. Choose from speciality dining venues and a collection of fine wines during a day at sea.
Awaken in Port Elizabeth to discover its storied history on the Donkin Heritage Trail, and visit the animal sanctuary of Addo Elephant National Park. From the town of East London, uncover the white-sand beaches and dunes of the Sunshine and Wild Coasts.
Spend another leisurely day at sea, as you pamper yourself in Sanctum Spa. Arrive in Maputo, Mozambique, to discover colonial-era architecture and the Old Town markets, parks, and shops. In Richards Bay, go on a safari at Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park, home the largest white rhino population on Earth.
Next, itâs off to Durban, where you can relax on the sandy Golden Mile or go on a tour of traditional Zulu homesteads. Then, we return to Cape Town following two final days at sea.
With a two-night stay here, youâll have plenty of time to explore this capital city set on two oceans. Learn about Cape Towns past and apartheid history, enjoy countless outdoor adventures from mountain peaks to rugged coasts, and sip your way around the world-renowned Cape Winelands.
Itinerary
- Fly overnight to Cape Town. Upon arrival, receive a private transfer to your five-star hotel for a three night stay.
- Begin your journey in Cape Town, meandering its cosmopolitan streets tucked beneath Table Mountain.
- Keep your eyes peeled at the Aquila Private Game Reserve as you head out on an exciting Safari in search of the African Cape buffalo, the African bush elephant, the leopard, the lion and the black rhino, Africa´s Big Five!
- Receive a private transfer to the port to embark on your five-star all-inclusive cruise.
- Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
- With a warm climate, beautiful wide beaches, and spirited communities embracing cultures from all over the world, it's little wonder Port Elizabeth is known as 'The Friendly City'.
- Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
- Richards Bay is perched on a lagoon where the Mhlatuze River meets the Indian Ocean, and is the gateway to Zululand, the vast inland region famous for its mountains and savannah ecosystems.
- Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
- Durban is city on the Indian Ocean where Zulu, Indian, and European cultures thrive against the backdrop of golden sand beaches, majestic mountain ranges, and plunging valleys.
- Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
- Disembark and receive a private transfer to the airport for your return overnight flight to the UK.
- Stunning mountains and miles of coast provide limitless outdoor adventure, while world-renowned restaurants and the outlying Cape Winelands make Cape Town a contemporary city with a global feel.
What's Included
Holiday Highlights
- Big five safari tour to Aquila Private Game Reserve
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- Richards Bay, South Africa
Our Price Includes
- Return flights from London
- All private overseas transfers
- Three nights' four-star bed-and-breakfast accommodation in Cape Town (In featured hotel or similar)
- Big five Safari tour to Aquila Private Game Reserve
- 12 -15 nights' five-star all-inclusive cruise accommodation on board Azamara Pursuit, plus unlimited beverages on board, gratuities included and a free AzAmazing Evening shore excursion
- Stellenbosch & Franschhoek 20 Wine Tasting & Lunch
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Accommodation
Cape heritage hotel -
This charming boutique hotel is 1.1 km from both the 17th-century Castle of Good Hope and The Company's Garden, and 4.5 km from Milton beach. Sophisticated rooms are individually decorated with antique-style furniture and chandeliers; some have 4-poster beds. All have elegant en-suite bathrooms (some with free-standing tubs), flat-screen TVs, minibars and free Wi-Fi, as well as features such as wood floors, beamed ceilings and exposed brick walls. Room service is offered. A breakfast buffet is included. There are cozy and relaxed lounge areas, plus a courtyard, and a rooftop terrace with a hot tub.
Ship Information
Cruise Overview
Luxurious boutique hotel at sea, the Azamara Quest is a mid-sized ship with a deck plan that's intimate but never crowded, and offers everything modern voyagers are looking for-plus some unexpected extras. Re-imagined staterooms include modern amenities, furnishings, and European linens. Plus the ship features a large number of staterooms and suites with balconies, perfect for starting your day with fresh sea air and stunning views. Across the fleet, our authentic service goes beyond the expectations of even the most well-travelled cruisers. Friendly and approachable, our staff are attentive, and happy to offer everything from poolside service to recommendations for your on-shore exploration. After all, we love sailing the world just as much as you do! Add to all of that world-class dining options, spa experiences to relax and refresh, and all-new entertainment offerings, you've got an on board experience that's matched only by the immersive cultural encounters we've got in store on shore.Cabin Details
Azamara give you more time in ports and overnight stays than other cruise lines, so you can spend more time immersed in the culture of your destinations. Azamara also take you to less travelled ports where larger ships can't dock at! With a maximum of 702 guests, staff and crew can quickly learn your name, tastes and preferences.Dining Details
Onboard the Azamara Quest is two specialty restaurants: an American-style steakhouse called Prime C and refined Italian cuisine at Aqualina. You can also dine on a 5-course menu paired with wines at the Chef's TableActivities Details
You can enjoy an array of spectacular performances including musicals, dance shows and game shows. Each private event is held deep within the local communities of various ports of call around the world and allows passengers to truly connect with the local culture.Other Information
Hotel Info
Advertised hotel is subject to change and other same standard hotels may be offered as an alternative
Itinerary may vary. Full terms and conditions apply.
From December 2024 to February 2025, sailings will be on Azamara Quest
Holiday code
J612Holiday provided by Jetline Cruise
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