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Victoria Falls Holiday + Safari: Madikwe, South Africa + Mauritius (All Inclusive)

Victoria Falls + Madikwe Safari + Mauritius

14 NIGHTS FROM:

$4,244

Per person sharing

Scheduled flights quoted separately

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• Victoria Falls Holiday & Safari

• Zambezi Cruise

• Adventure Activities

• Safari: Madikwe,South Africa

• Game Drives

• Big 5 Wildlife

• Mauritius, All Inclusive

• Indian Ocean Beaches

• Water Sports

• Victoria Falls Safari & Mauritius

Enquire about this wonderful Victoria Falls holiday & safari in the wonderfully wild Madikwe Game Reserve in South Africa, which is home to all the 'Big 5' and renowned for its lions and wild dogs. Afterwards fly to the warm Indian Ocean island of Mauritius to relax on white sandy beaches, swim and snorkel in warm turquoise waters. Mauritius has many all-inclusive hotel options, that can be tailor made to your needs.

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Day 1

You will be met at Victoria Falls Airport and transferred to your hotel near the mighty Zambezi River.

Located in the Kavango-Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area (KAZA), where the borders of five African countries converge, the sheer scale of this vast international conservation project is difficult to comprehend. It encompasses a bewildering range of experiences, ranging from the mighty Victoria Falls to the lifeforce of the region, the Zambezi and Chobe Rivers.

Check in, settle in and relax whilst you catch your first glimpses of the magnificent Smoke That Thunders first discovered by Dr. David Livingstone and still one of the greatest natural wonders of the world. The flow of water over the Victoria Falls is greatest from February to June following the summer rains, but they are a magnificent sight at any time of year.

Day 2

Today enjoy a shared tour exploring on foot the mighty Victoria Falls and its rainforests, which offer magnificent views.

Afterwards you may wish to visit Elephants Walk, a small crafts complex where you can see talented local artists and sculptors at work and support them by buying one of their items. Alternatively you can participate in various optional activities, such as a helicopter flight over the falls.

In the late afternoon enjoy an included shared cruise on the Zambezi River where you may see hippos, crocodiles and abundant birdlife.

Note: Take light rainwear for use when the falls are full.

Day 3

At leisure to explore the town of Victoria Falls on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River.

Many optional activities are available in this small town, where adrenalin seekers come to participate in adventure activities such as canoeing down the Zambezi River, white water rafting in the turbulent gorge below the falls (grade 5), abseiling and bungee jumping from Victoria Falls Bridge.

You can also enjoy optional game drives in Zambezi National Park, or a traditional 'boma' dinner with African drumming.

Day 4

Transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for your onward flight.

You will be met at Johannesburg Airport and transferred to your airport hotel.

Check in and relax under warm blue South African skies in the city of gold.

Day 5

Take the free hotel shuttle to Johannesburg Airport and check in at the Federal Airlines kiosk situated in the Bus terminal behind the Intercontinental Hotel. From there you will be transferred to their departure terminal for your light aircraft flight to the beautiful malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve.

After checking in to your lodge, enjoy your first thrilling game drive in an open-top game viewing vehicle accompanied by a lodge ranger. Game viewing opportunities should present themselves almost immediately in this vast game sanctuary and hopefully you will see several species of antelope, zebra, wildebeest and maybe even wild dogs - as well as several of the Big Five today. Then dine under the stars in the African bushveld.

Note: As you will be flying in a light aircraft, you can take only soft sports bags that will fit into the aircraft baggage pods, with a maximum weight of 20 kg that is strictly enforced for safety reasons and not exceeding 16 x 12 x 24 inches (40 x 30 x 60 cm) in size. You can also take 5 kg in hand luggage. Rigid suitcases can be stored at the Fedair terminal in Johannesburg free of charge.

Days 6 To 7

Rise at dawn to take advantage of the best game viewing conditions of the day, as you enjoy a thrilling shared open-top game viewing drive with your lodge ranger in the Madikwe Game Reserve. Explore the vast plains, which offer magnificent game viewing and the opportunity to search for all of the Big 5 - Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, Leopard and Rhino - before returning to your lodge for breakfast.

The rest of the morning is free to relax by the swimming pool or enjoy bird watching, before setting out again in the late afternoon for another game drive. With numerous different species of mammals and reptiles in the park you can hope to see cheetah, giraffe, hippo, kudu, crocodiles, sable antelope, waterbuck, warthogs, baboons, wild dogs and many other interesting animals. Outstanding bird watching is also guaranteed!

After a beautiful African sunset, enjoy the balmy evening and pristine stars of the Milky Way as you have never seen them before – as well as the spectacular Southern Cross.

Note: Children < 6 are not allowed on open top game drives at most lodges, but child-friendly lodges are available on request.

Day 8

Enjoy a final early morning game drive in Madikwe Game Reserve, before your light aircraft flight to Johannesburg.

You will be met at the Federal Airlines terminal and transferred to your hotel conveniently situated near Johannesburg Airport.

Day 9

Make your own way by free hotel shuttle or on foot (depending on location of your hotel) to Johannesburg Airport for your onward flight.

You will be met at Mauritius Airport and transferred 1-hour to your beach resort.

Check in to your hotel, settle in and relax on this warm tropical Indian Ocean island, surrounded by sparkling turquoise waters and coral reefs.

Days 10 To 12

Enjoy lazy days relaxing on white sandy beaches, swimming and snorkelling in the warm turquoise waters that surround the tropical island of Mauritius, which is protected by a pristine coral reef.

You can view the fish and corals from a glass-bottomed boat and participate in a variety of water sports, which vary by resort but usually include kayaks, pedalos, paddle boards and sometimes sailing, water skiing and kite surfing. Full day catamaran excursions are very popular as well as golf, horse riding and bicycle hire. You can also savour delicious Creole cuisine - including fresh seafood.

Mauritius offers wonderful diving in its calm clear waters, so this is an ideal opportunity to learn to scuba if you have never tried before. Deep sea fishing is also outstanding. in waters regarded as the best for marlin in the world.

In the north you can visit beautiful Pamplemousse Gardens, the excellent museum of Mauritian history at Sugar World and vibrant Grand Baie with its many pubs and restaurants. In the southwest you can visit the stunning Black Rivers Gorges National Park and the seven coloured earth found at Chamarel. In the west you can shop in the capital of Port Louis, where you must expect to bargain vigorously. Rum tastings are also offered in several locations.

Day 13

Today we suggest a full day shared Catamaran Trip, sailing along the beautiful coast and snorkelling amongst the corals found in the turquoise lagoon.

Afterwards enjoy a barbeque lunch on board, with soft drinks included. Then relax on deck or enjoy more swimming and snorkeling in the ocean, before returning to shore in the mid afternoon.

Note: Bring your own towel. Tour can take up to 8 hours from early morning hotel pick up to drop off. Operates everyday except Christmas & New Year. Min 2 on the day.

Day 14

Today we recommend an optional full day shared Picturesque South Tour to explore more of this beautiful island.

We visit the dormant volcanic crater of Troux-aux-Cerfs and Chamarel, with its seven-coloured earth and lovely waterfalls. We also stop at a viewpoint over the Black River Gorges and the sacred lake of Grand Bassin.

In Curepipe you can shop for model ships & jewellery. Lunch is included today.

Note: Tour can take up to 8 hours from hotel pick up until drop off. It operates every day except Sundays & public holidays.

Day 15

Transfer 1-hour to Mauritius Airport for your flight home.

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