From iconic Cape Town, South Africa, to the magnificent Victoria Falls, experience the beauty of the destinations
along your journey through Southern Africa. Start your adventure in Cape Town, where you will discover treasured
experiences at the Cape of Good Hope, Boulders Beach and Robben Island. Next, fly to Victoria Falls, one of the
seven wonders of the natural world, and head west to embark on your Chobe River cruise. Explore the Chobe
National Park, home to one of Africa’s densest populations of wildlife, during your time on board Zambezi Queen.
Conclude your journey with three nights at the majestic Victoria Falls. You may also choose to extend your journey
with an additional two nights in Johannesburg for an enriching conclusion to your adventure.
From the Cape to the Falls
At A Glance
On our cruises, you will enjoy an extensive lineup of included tours. We always include a large variety of activities so that you can choose how you want to explore. No matter your preference, your days will be full of discovery and wonder.
Day 1 | Cape Town | Arrival transfer and hotel check-in |
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Situated amidst majestic mountains and lined with
pristine beaches, Cape Town has a rich cultural heritage with extraordinary attractions. After being greeted at the
airport by an AmaWaterways representative, transfer to your historic hotel with its lush gardens and Table Mountain
as a backdrop. Get to know your tour director and fellow travelers at a special Welcome Reception. (WR)
Day 2 | Cape Town | Full-day Cape of Good Hope tour |
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| | Lunch in local restaurant with drinks |
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Begin the day by taking the cableway up Table Mountain, which offers sweeping views of
the landscapes below. Afterward, enjoy one of the world’s most stunning drives as you head southeast along the
Atlantic seaboard past the 12 Apostles, Hout Bay and Chapman’s Peak. Stop at the Cape of Good Hope and its
lighthouse, a historic landmark and crucial waypoint for European explorers after it was first discovered in 1488.
After a local lunch, you’ll also visit Boulders Beach, home to thousands of African penguins. Back in Cape Town,
the evening may be spent at your leisure. (B,L)
Day 3 | Cape Town | Robben Island guided tour with lunch in local township |
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| | Constantia Valley wine tasting and dinner |
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Today, you may visit Robben Island, once used as a prison for many political inmates,
including Nelson Mandela. You’ll ferry over to the island, where a warden will lead you through the prison and recount its tumultuous history. Back in Cape Town, enjoy lunch and visit a nearby township where you’ll have a
unique and memorable experience meeting residents involved in the arts (music and theater), market gardens, and
other community projects, as well as learning about the day-to-day life of the locals. In the evening, enjoy a special
wine tasting and gourmet dinner at a vineyard in the nearby winegrowing region of the Constantia Valley. (B,L,D)
Day 4 | Cape Town | Morning flight to Victoria Falls; transfer to the Namibian border |
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| | Welcome Cocktail and Dinner |
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In the morning, transfer to the airport for a flight to Victoria Falls. Here, you will be transferred to the Chobe River that forms the border between Botswana and Namibia. Tender boats will transport you to Zambezi Queen, moored on the Namibia side of the river. Settle into your stateroom, enjoy a mid-afternoon snack, and in the evening, be treated to a Welcome Cocktail Reception and Dinner. (B,D)
Day 5 | Zambezi Queen | Chobe River safaris by boat |
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Embark on a morning boat safari and experience the Chobe River’s diverse game viewing. Afterwards, return to Zambezi Queen for lunch. As the ship cruises along the Chobe River, you can spend time in the splash pool, visit the spa or perhaps catch up with your favorite book. Later in the day, revel in the panoramic views with another boat safari opportunity. (B,L,D)
Day 6 | Zambezi Queen | Morning safari by boat |
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| | Visit to local African village |
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Start your day off with a boat safari. Later, a local African village invites you to experience the local culture firsthand. Spend time with the children of the village as well as its elders and learn about their day-to-day life. After lunch on board, you can choose between a boat safari, bird watching or fishing. Spend your last evening aboard reveling in a festive African-themed dinner hosted by your crew—complete with singing and dancing. (B,L,D)
Day 7 | Zambezi Queen | DISEMBARKATION |
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| | Chobe National Park Safari and outdoor lunch |
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| | Transfer to Victoria Falls |
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| Victoria Falls | Dinner with live entertainment |
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Disembark and join a wildlife safari of Chobe National Park in open-top 4x4 vehicles. Be on the lookout for elephants, giraffes, zebras, sable, warthogs and cape buffaloes. Prides of lions, hyenas and (more rarely) cheetahs may also appear
along the way. For lunch, take a seat under the trees and savor a delicious picnic. Later this afternoon, transfer to
Victoria Falls, then enjoy a special dinner with live local entertainment at your hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 8 | Victoria Falls | Guided tour of Victoria Falls |
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| | Zambezi River Sundowner cruise with drinks and tapas |
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Join a local guide for a tour of Victoria Falls. Learn about its history as well as the flora and fauna that make this area so unique. In the evening, embark on a private sunset cruise along the Zambezi River. Relax on board as you observe a variety of wildlife while enjoying a delicious mix of tapas with drinks. (B)
Day 9 | Victoria Falls | Visit to Zambia side of Victoria Falls including Livingstone |
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| | Evening rhino safari with dinner |
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This morning, you are invited on a leisurely guided walk across the Victoria Falls Bridge, which connects the countries of Zimbabwe and Zambia. Once in Zambia, explore the more intimate side of the Falls and visit the historic town of Livingstone. Later, head back to Zimbabwe for a free afternoon. As a special treat tonight, head out on a safari to seek out the elusive Black Rhino and other nocturnal animals, followed by a three-course bush dinner. (B,D)
Day 10 | Victoria Falls | Flight to Johannesburg |
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Board your flight to Johannesburg, where you will be met by your AmaWaterways local guide, then transfer to the Fairlawns Boutique Hotel with its parklike setting and wonderful spa. (B)
Day 11 | Johannesburg | Johannesburg and Soweto tour with local lunch |
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| | Visit to Apartheid Museum |
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Get an in-depth look at Soweto’s unique neighborhoods, which served as the center of the uprising against the apartheid state. Walk in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela and visit a youth center and school in the heart of Kliptown, one of Soweto’s neighborhoods. After a local lunch, tour the Apartheid Museum, which chronicles the history of apartheid in South Africa and the struggle of citizens to end the regime of racial segregation. Later, return to your hotel and enjoy free time, where you may visit the hotel’s renowned spa or take a swim in the pool. In the evening, you are invited to join a multi-course dinner. (B,L,D)
Sit back and relax during your included transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (B)
Note: Check-out time is 12:00 noon. Please schedule your onward flight accordingly. Extra nights are available at the
Fairlawns Hotel and the City Lodge Hotel at Johannesburg airport.