Women's Special Best of South AfricaAFWS

Today we visit Pilanesberg National Park and enjoy the Safari Game Drive, which gives us a wonderful opportunity to have a close encounter with the Big 5 – Elephant, African Buffalo, Rhino, Lion and Leopard. In the evening we explore the glamour of Sun City known as ‘Kingdom of Pleasure’ and try our luck at the Casinos. Enjoy photographing yourself at the various attractive backdrops of Sun City Resort.

Today we drive to Johannesburg. Upon arrival, we visit Gold Reef City to witness the history of Gold Rush Era by taking a Gold Mine Tour. Later we take a photo stop at Nelson Mandela Square with the six meter high statue of South African anti-apartheid revolutionary, politician, philanthropist and country’s first elected black president, Nelson Mandela.

Today we travel to Port Elizabeth by flight. Upon arrival we proceed to George – an exotic town surrounded by blend of rivers, rich farmlands and forests. En route we visit Tsitsikama National Park to get a pristine view of African nature from Storms River Suspension Bridge. Later we take a walk on Bloukrans Bridge – known as world’s highest Bungee Jumping Bridge. In the evening, we arrive at Knysna – the most famous town in the heart of Garden Route with its beautiful lagoon surrounded by ancient forests. We stroll around Knysna Waterfront to get spectacular views of serene lagoon water. Enjoy shopping of gifts, boutiques, curios, clothes etc. in this beautifully set shopping paradise at Knysna waterfront.

Today we have a full day excursion to Oudtshoorn – a town lies in the majestic mountains of Klein Karoo area of South Africa’s Western Cape, also known as the Ostrich Capital of the World. Enjoy the scenic journey over the Outeniqua Mountains. Upon arrival, we enjoy a guided tour of Cango Caves – spectacular underground natural wonder, sculptured by nature through the ages and formed of limestone in a wide variety of colours. See the dripstone caverns that open into vast halls of towering stalagmite formations named as The Bridal Couple, Glass Flower Fantasy, the Hanging Shawl, etc. We then visit Ostrich farm to meet the world’s biggest bird face to face. You may get a chance to hand feed the ostriches, view the incubators where Ostrich eggs are hatched and even stand on the ostrich egg. In the afternoon, we visit Congo Wildlife Ranch – a unique zoological facility focussed on conservation through education and renowned for offering once in a lifetime encounters with more than 90 species of rare and endangered animals from around the world.

Today we proceed to Mossel Bay – a bustling harbour town along the Garden Route known for its golden beaches, awesome cliffs, boot shaped post office, Garden Route Casino and finest tasty Mossel Bay mussels. Upon arrival we visit Post Office tree and view Cape St. Blaise lighthouse – a national monument, built in 1864, situated on a cliff over the Indian Ocean. Enjoy beautiful panoramic view of Mossel Bay city from the light house.

Today we drive to beautiful Stellenbosch – second oldest town in South Africa known for its natural beauty, Oak-lined avenues, Dutch architecture, history, culture and vineyards. Upon arrival, we stroll around this beautiful town. Later we explore true excellence of Stellenbosch by visiting one of the finest Wineries in town.
In the afternoon, we proceed to Cape Town – a legislative capital of South Africa also known as Africa’s Mother City was developed by United East India Company as a supply station for Dutch ships sailing to India and Far East Asia. Upon arrival, we visit Victoria & Alfred waterfront situated on the Atlantic shore and Table Bay Harbour, bustling with a variety of shops and cafes. Later we enjoy sunset cruise to get an amazing view of the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean.

Today we enjoy a revolving Cable Car Ride to stunning Table Mountain – a 600 million years old rocky mountain which was a part of the new Seven Wonders list. From the top of the mountain lookout points view Cape Town city, the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Table bay, Robben Island and Cape Peninsula. You can also take a short nature walk on the top of the Table Mountain. Later we take a coastal drive and pass by the sea side town Hout Bay and world famous Mariner's Wharf – Southern Hemisphere’s first harbour front emporium. Then we take a Cruise to Seal Island – a home to 75000 Cape Fur Seals and the hunting ground for the great white shark. We also visit the Boulders Beach in False Bay to see the African Penguins. In the afternoon, we take a Funicular Tram Ride to an unforgettable Cape Point Light House – a nautical guide and navigational landmark since 15th century for the sailors. Our wonderful day ends with the visit to world renowned landmark Cape of Good Hope – a rocky promontory on the Atlantic coast of the Cape Peninsula in South Africa.