SATURDAY
OCT 17

ARRIVAL IN CAPE TOWN
Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport today, a TrailFinders’ representative will meet you and accompany you to your waiting vehicle for the transfer to your hotel. Spend the afternoon at leisure or stroll around the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront.
Overnight: Hotel Graeme

SUNDAY
OCT 18

CAPE TOWN (B,D)
Today we spend most of the day exploring the city of Cape Town and visiting Table Mountain (weather permitting) and Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.
Tonight's dinner is a Cape Malay buffet in the hotel restaurant.
Overnight: Hotel Graeme

MONDAY
OCT 19

CAPE TOWN – CAPE PENINSULA TOUR (B,L,D)
This morning we visit the Cape Peninsula, an area of scenic beauty. This narrow finger of land with its many beautiful valleys, bays and beaches stretches into the cold waters of the Atlantic Ocean in the west and the warm waters of False Bay in the east. We travel along the Atlantic Seaboard to Hout Bay, continue through the leafy suburb of Constantia and visit the Cape Point Nature Reserve. Here we'll walk to the viewpoint of the meeting place of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans. From Cape Point we travel to the naval town of Simonstown for lunch at Seaforth and then visit Boulders Beach to see the resident African Penguins. We return to Cape Town in the afternoon. Tonight we enjoy a home-hosted dinner.
Overnight: Hotel Graeme

TUESDAY
OCT 20

CAPE TOWN (B)
This morning we visit Khaylitsha Africa township with our specialist guide and in the afternoon we set out for a closer look at Robben Island.
Overnight: Hotel Graeme

WEDNESDAY
OCT 21

CAPE TOWN TO FRANSCHHOEK (B,D)
This morning, after breakfast we leave Cape Town and head out into wine country. We'll spend two days taking in the tranquility and beauty of the Cape Winelands including the quaint villages of Paarl, Franschhoek and Stellenbosch. Here we'll experience the rich historical and cultural heritage and sample wines of merit at some well-known wineries.
We'll begin by visiting the Afrikaans Taal Monument in Paarl followed by a wine tasting at a farm in the area - then we'll move on from there.
Tonight's dinner will be at the hotel.
Overnight: Franschhoek Country House

THURSDAY
OCT 22

FRANSCHOEK (B,L)
More of the same today. Among the wine tastings we'll travel to the French Quarter of Franschhoek, home to the French Huguenots, who first made wine in this area some 300 years ago.
Overnight: Franschhoek Country House

FRIDAY
OCT 23

GARDEN ROUTE TO KNYSNA (B,D)
After breakfast we begin our exploration of the Garden Route. We'll travel via Worcester and through Robertson and Montagu, along the R62 through Barrydale and onto the N2 via George to Wilderness. Route 62 is one of the most beautiful travel routes in South Africa as well as one of the least-known and least-traveled ones. The country road meanders through the fertile valleys of the Klein Karoo, past rugged rock formations. Time and again the road leads over steep passes which open up to spectacular views of the wide landscape. The most beautiful part of the route starts in Montagu behind the Cogman's Pass. We'll enjoy dinner together tonight.
Overnight: Knysna Hollow

SATURDAY
OCT 24

WILDERNESS AREA (B,D)
A full day of touring in the Plettenberg and Tsitsikamma area including the National Parks. We visit Storm’s River Mouth and Knysna Heads. There are several short walks to give you a taste of the shoreline.
Overnight: Knysna Hollow

SUNDAY
OCT 25

GEORGE TO KRUGER – MANYELETI PRIVATE GAME RESERVE (B,L,D)
Today we will fly from George, through Johannesburg to Palaborwa airport. From here we will be transferred to Honeyguide Mantobeni Camp, a private game reserve adjacent to Kruger National Park. Our accommodation will be in private chalets set in tranquil gardens and we'll enjoy two game drives each day. Gourmet meals will be served in the main dining room or at the boma.
After arrival and dinner, we'll have time for an evening game drive.
Overnight: Mantobeni Camp

MONDAY
OCT 26

MANYELETI PRIVATE GAME RESERVE (B,L,D)
Today you can enjoy a full day of game drives or simply relax at the lodge and observe the abundance of birds and animals in the immediate surroundings. The animals are most active during the cooler times of the day – the morning and late afternoon, so our game drives will be at these times with a lunch break and some time to relax at midday. The exhilaration of spotting wildlife at close range is a truly an unforgettable experience! 
Overnight: Mantobeni Camp

TUESDAY
OCT 27

TIMBAVATI PRIVATE NATURE RESERVE (B,L,D)
In the morning we take a road transfer to our next lodge, again adjacent to Kruger National Park, in the Timbavati Game Reserve. The area is world-renowned for its concentration of wild animals including the "big five" - Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Elephant and Buffalo.
After lunch we will be off on our first game drive.
Evening dinner is usually around the boma.
Overnight: Umlani Bush Camp

WEDNESDAY
OCT 28

TIMBAVATI PRIVATE NATURE RESERVE (B,L,D)
Breakfast is followed by an open-vehicle "big game" safari and at an appropriate time during the day, there will be an opportunity to take a "foot safari" with emphasis on the abundant bird, insect and plant life surrounding the camp.
Overnight: Umlani Bush Camp

THURSDAY
OCT 29

KRUGER TO WINDHOEK (B)
After breakfast today, we'll transfer to Hoedspruit Airport and fly to Windhoek, Namibia via Johannesburg. On arrival in Namibia we'll clear customs, meet our driver and guide and check into the Kalahari Sands Hotel.
Overnight: Kalahari Sands

FRIDAY
OCT 30

DESERT EXPRESS (B,D)
Breakfast at leisure. In the late morning we transfer to the Windhoek Railway Station to board the Desert Express which departs Windhoek today at 12h00. Designed and built in Namibia, the Desert Express consists of nine coaches. There are 24 fully air-conditioned compartments in four sleeper coaches each with its own en-suite facilities. Each compartment converts to a private lounge during the day. Guests can relax and mingle in the popular Spitzkoppe Lounge and can enjoy dinner and breakfast in the Welwitschia Restaurant.
Overnight: On board Desert Express

SATURDAY
OCT 31

DESERT EXPRESS TO SWAKOPMUND (B)
The Spitzkoppe Lounge opens early morning for breakfast as the train continues its journey westward into the desert behind the dunes between Swakopmund and Walvis Bay. Along the way we’ll enjoy a one-hour stop and take a walk to the dunes of the Namib before proceeding on to Swakopmund. We’ll arrive at approximately 10h00 and will transfer to our hotel for check in.
Probably the most unique feature about Namibia is its wide-open spaces. Deserts stretch for miles to meet the most dramatic sunsets you can imagine. This country, with its strong German influence, has a magnificent coastline speckled with charming little towns, each rich in history. For those who wish, a short trip to Walvis Bay can be arranged or for the more adventurous, a dune buggy ride into the dunes.
Overnight: Hansa Hotel

SUNDAY
NOV 1

SWAKOPMUND TO DAMARALAND (B,L,D)
After breakfast this morning we'll meet our local driver/guide and board our coach for the overland transfer to Damaraland. Traveling time today is over five hours and we'll cover about 350 Km.
Damaraland is one of the most scenic areas in Namibia. Prehistoric water courses with open plains and grassland, massive granite koppies and distant mountains create the Damaraland landscape. Game species include desert elephant, black rhino, ostrich and springbok. We arrive at our camp in time for a late lunch and the opportunity to relax in the unique surroundings. Sundowners will be on the ridge above the camp overlooking the impressive landscape and we'll watch the sunset from our high vantage point.
Overnight: Mowani Mountain Camp

MONDAY
NOV 2
 

DAMARALAND (B,L,D)
After breakfast we enjoy a game drive with the hope of seeing the desert elephants.
An afternoon walk can be arranged with one of the rangers at the camp. Alternately you can choose to simply relax around the small pool.
Overnight: Mowani Mountain Camp

TUESDAY
NOV 3

DAMARALAND TO ETOSHA (B,L,D)
This morning we depart for Etosha National Park and Game Preserve. Upon arrival we check in to the Ongava Lodge for a two-night stay. All meals and two game activities per day are included. Individual cabins with balconies allow you to watch for animals from your own deck.
Ongava is situated at the western side of Etosha Park in it’s own reserve. A wonderful water hole is situated outside the main lodge where you can sit and enjoy a drink while watching the animals come to the water hole.
Here you'll find great concentrations of game, especially in the dry winter months.
Overnight: Ongava Lodge

WEDNESDAY
NOV 4

ETOSHA (B,L,D)
Another full day of game drives and relaxation. The morning will be spent in Etosha National Park with probably a picnic lunch to allow more time for animal viewing.
The afternoon's drive will be in Ongava’s own property where there is the chance to see white rhinos.
Overnight: Ongava Lodge

THURSDAY
NOV 5

ETOSHA (B,L,D)
Today we will leave our lodge on the western side of the park and travel through the park to the eastern edge. There will be many stops along the way at various water holes depending on the availability of wildlife at each.
Overnight: Mokuti Lodge

FRIDAY
NOV 6

ETOSHA (B,L,D)
This morning we can enjoy an early game drive into the park and can return again for a second drive in the afternoon. For those who prefer to spend some time relaxing at the lodge, there will be time to enjoy the pool or do some bird watching since the lodge has a great variety of bird life.
Overnight: Mokuti Lodge

SATURDAY
NOV 7

ETOSHA – WINDHOEK (B,D)
After breakfast we will drive to Windhoek – a fairly long drive, but on paved roads. We'll stop for lunch along the way at a local village and will arrive into Windhoek in time for any last minute shopping before our farewell dinner.
Overnight: Kalahari Sands

SUNDAY
NOV 8

DEPART FOR HOME (B)
Breakfast at the hotel.
At an appropriate time today we will transfer to the airport for our return flight home.