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LUXURIES INCLUDED IN ALL SUITES:
CONCIERGE SUITES AND HIGHER INCLUDE:
PENTHOUSE SUITES AND HIGHER INCLUDE:
For an even more seamless journey, starting from the time you leave home, choose an Ultimate All-Inclusive Fare
*See Terms & Conditions for full details.
We believe that flexibility is the ultimate luxury, which is why we are pleased to offer several fare options. Choose an All-Inclusive Cruise Fare and enjoy the included luxuries of your voyage and freedom of arranging your air travel independently. Or elevate your fare package to Ultimate All-Inclusive*, which provides flights in your preferred air class where available, coach transfers between airport and ship, and a new private executive chauffeur service with Blacklane.
Every inch of this suite has been thoughtfully designed to maximize interior space and embrace the magnificent scenery outdoors. From the sitting area, admire the ocean views through the floor-to-ceiling windows, or better yet, take a seat outside on your private balcony to watch the world go by. Elegant finishes such as luxurious bedding and beautiful marble detailing in the bath further enhance your comfort.
1 Marble Bathroom
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Every inch of this suite has been thoughtfully designed to maximize interior space and embrace the magnificent scenery outdoors. From the sitting area, admire the ocean views through the floor-to-ceiling windows, or better yet, take a seat outside on your private balcony to watch the world go by. Elegant finishes such as luxurious bedding and beautiful marble detailing in the bath further enhance your comfort.
1 Marble Bathroom
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Every inch of this suite has been thoughtfully designed to maximize interior space and embrace the magnificent scenery outdoors. From the sitting area, admire the ocean views through the floor-to-ceiling windows, or better yet, take a seat outside on your private balcony to watch the world go by. Elegant finishes such as luxurious bedding and beautiful marble detailing in the bath further enhance your comfort.
1 Marble Bathroom
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Every inch of this suite has been thoughtfully designed to maximize interior space and embrace the magnificent scenery outdoors. From the sitting area, admire the ocean views through the floor-to-ceiling windows, or better yet, take a seat outside on your private balcony to watch the world go by. Elegant finishes such as luxurious bedding and beautiful marble detailing in the bath further enhance your comfort.
1 Marble Bathroom
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Every inch of this suite has been thoughtfully designed to maximize interior space and embrace the magnificent scenery outdoors. From the sitting area, admire the ocean views through the floor-to-ceiling windows, or better yet, take a seat outside on your private balcony to watch the world go by. Elegant finishes such as luxurious bedding and beautiful marble detailing in the bath further enhance your comfort.
1 Marble Bathroom
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Every inch of this suite has been thoughtfully designed to maximize interior space and embrace the magnificent scenery outdoors. From the sitting area, admire the ocean views through the floor-to-ceiling windows, or better yet, take a seat outside on your private balcony to watch the world go by. Elegant finishes such as luxurious bedding and beautiful marble detailing in the bath further enhance your comfort.
1 Marble Bathroom
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Vanity and Hair Dryer
In this superbly designed suite, you enjoy the comfort of richly furnished accommodations as well as exclusive luxuries available only in suites at the Concierge level and higher. Your suite includes amenities such as an illy® espresso maker and cashmere blankets, perfect for use in the morning when you wish to sip coffee and enjoy an in-suite breakfast on your private balcony. Take advantage of 24-hour room service when the mood strikes.
1 Marble Bathroom
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Vanity and Hair Dryer
In this superbly designed suite, you enjoy the comfort of richly furnished accommodations as well as exclusive luxuries available only in suites at the Concierge level and higher. Your suite includes amenities such as an illy® espresso maker and cashmere blankets, perfect for use in the morning when you wish to sip coffee and enjoy an in-suite breakfast on your private balcony. Take advantage of 24-hour room service when the mood strikes.
1 Marble Bathroom
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Vanity and Hair Dryer
In this superbly designed suite, you enjoy the comfort of richly furnished accommodations as well as exclusive luxuries available only in suites at the Concierge level and higher. Your suite includes amenities such as an illy® espresso maker and cashmere blankets, perfect for use in the morning when you wish to sip coffee and enjoy an in-suite breakfast on your private balcony. Take advantage of 24-hour room service when the mood strikes.
1 Marble Bathroom
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
This category includes Accessibility Options in suites 761 and 762. For more information about accessible suites click here.
Welcome Bottle of Champagne with
Fresh Floral Arrangement
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Vanity and Hair Dryer
In this superbly designed suite, you enjoy the comfort of richly furnished accommodations as well as exclusive luxuries available only in suites at the Concierge level and higher. Your suite includes amenities such as an illy® espresso maker and cashmere blankets, perfect for use in the morning when you wish to sip coffee and enjoy an in-suite breakfast on your private balcony. Take advantage of 24-hour room service when the mood strikes.
1 Marble Bathroom
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
This category includes Accessibility Options in suites 761 and 762. For more information about accessible suites click here.
Welcome Bottle of Champagne with
Fresh Floral Arrangement
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Vanity and Hair Dryer
The luxurious suite has been carefully designed to maximize space and comfort. Relax on your private balcony and indulge in your lavish bath amenities as you recharge and ready yourself for new adventures in the next port of call. This suite also includes priority online reservations for shore excursions and dining, and you’re encouraged to call on the services of a personal butler for special requests.
1 Marble Bathroom
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
Vanity and Hair Dryer
The luxurious suite has been carefully designed to maximize space and comfort. Relax on your private balcony and indulge in your lavish bath amenities as you recharge and ready yourself for new adventures in the next port of call. This suite also includes priority online reservations for shore excursions and dining, and you’re encouraged to call on the services of a personal butler for special requests.
1 Marble Bathroom
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
Vanity and Hair Dryer
The luxurious suite has been carefully designed to maximize space and comfort. Relax on your private balcony and indulge in your lavish bath amenities as you recharge and ready yourself for new adventures in the next port of call. This suite also includes priority online reservations for shore excursions and dining, and you’re encouraged to call on the services of a personal butler for special requests.
1 Marble Bathroom
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
Vanity and Hair Dryer
The luxurious suite has been carefully designed to maximize space and comfort. Relax on your private balcony and indulge in your lavish bath amenities as you recharge and ready yourself for new adventures in the next port of call. This suite also includes priority online reservations for shore excursions and dining, and you’re encouraged to call on the services of a personal butler for special requests.
1 Marble Bathroom
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
Vanity and Hair Dryer
The luxurious suite has been carefully designed to maximize space and comfort. Relax on your private balcony and indulge in your lavish bath amenities as you recharge and ready yourself for new adventures in the next port of call. This suite also includes priority online reservations for shore excursions and dining, and you’re encouraged to call on the services of a personal butler for special requests.
1 Marble Bathroom
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
Vanity and Hair Dryer
The luxurious suite has been carefully designed to maximize space and comfort. Relax on your private balcony and indulge in your lavish bath amenities as you recharge and ready yourself for new adventures in the next port of call. This suite also includes priority online reservations for shore excursions and dining, and you’re encouraged to call on the services of a personal butler for special requests.
1 Marble Bathroom
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
Vanity and Hair Dryer
This suite is decorated with soothing colors, pleasing artwork and comfortable furnishings. Relax in the sitting area after an exciting day ashore and enjoy the selection of fresh canapés delivered by your personal butler. Then retreat to your private balcony to watch the ever-changing vistas. In your glistening bathroom, marvel at the assortment of luxury bath soaps and shampoos as you ponder whether to use your tub or walk-in shower.
1 Marble Bathroom
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
Welcome Bottle of Champagne with
Fresh Floral Arrangement
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
Vanity and Hair Dryer
This suite is decorated with soothing colors, pleasing artwork and comfortable furnishings. Relax in the sitting area after an exciting day ashore and enjoy the selection of fresh canapés delivered by your personal butler. Then retreat to your private balcony to watch the ever-changing vistas. In your glistening bathroom, marvel at the assortment of luxury bath soaps and shampoos as you ponder whether to use your tub or walk-in shower.
1 Marble Bathroom
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
Welcome Bottle of Champagne with
Fresh Floral Arrangement
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
Vanity and Hair Dryer
This suite is decorated with soothing colors, pleasing artwork and comfortable furnishings. Relax in the sitting area after an exciting day ashore and enjoy the selection of fresh canapés delivered by your personal butler. Then retreat to your private balcony to watch the ever-changing vistas. In your glistening bathroom, marvel at the assortment of luxury bath soaps and shampoos as you ponder whether to use your tub or walk-in shower.
1 1/2 Marble Bathrooms
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
Welcome Bottle of Champagne with
Fresh Floral Arrangement
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
Vanity and Hair Dryer
This suite is decorated with soothing colors, pleasing artwork and comfortable furnishings. Relax in the sitting area after an exciting day ashore and enjoy the selection of fresh canapés delivered by your personal butler. Then retreat to your private balcony to watch the ever-changing vistas. In your glistening bathroom, marvel at the assortment of luxury bath soaps and shampoos as you ponder whether to use your tub or walk-in shower.
1 1/2 Marble Bathrooms
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
Welcome Bottle of Champagne with
Fresh Floral Arrangement
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Treat yourself to the welcoming luxury of a suite where elegance and comfort beckon in every nook. Open the sliding doors to your private balcony and inhale the fresh sea air. Enjoy your morning coffee at a cozy dining table or put your feet up in a soothing living room. Call on the services of a personal butler to assist with any needs and ensure that each moment of your journey exceeds your expectations.
1 1/2 Marble Bathrooms
Spacious Living Room
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 4 Guests
Choice of Guerlain, Acqua di Parma and L'Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
Welcome Letter from President and General Manager
Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
World Atlas and Elegant Weather Clock
Vanity and Hair Dryer
Treat yourself to the welcoming luxury of a suite where elegance and comfort beckon in every nook. Open the sliding doors to your private balcony and inhale the fresh sea air. Enjoy your morning coffee at a cozy dining table or put your feet up in a soothing living room. Call on the services of a personal butler to assist with any needs and ensure that each moment of your journey exceeds your expectations.
1 1/2 Marble Bathrooms
Spacious Living Room
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 4 Guests
Choice of Guerlain, Acqua di Parma and L'Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
Welcome Letter from President and General Manager
Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
World Atlas and Elegant Weather Clock
Vanity and Hair Dryer
A suite so large it has two entrances, this suite delights the senses with rich mosaics, exotic woods and luxurious touches. A living area with a couch and two comfortable chairs, a full dining table and large writing table make you feel right at home, while a leather chaise lounge beside a jacuzzi feel like holiday indulgences. A large private balcony lets you welcome friends for a quiet dinner, and a personal butler helps make life at sea a breeze.
1 1/2 Marble Bathrooms
Spacious Living Room
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 4 Guests
Choice of Guerlain, Acqua di Parma and L'Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
Guerlain Fragrance and Spongelle Buffer
Priority Check-in on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
VIP Status to Include Dinner with a Senior Officer
Welcome Letter from President and General Manager
Complimentary Cocktail Party for 8
Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice†
Complimentary 25-Minute Personal Fitness Session at the Serene Spa & Wellness™ Fitness Center
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Luxe Fruit Arrangement and Chocolate Leonidas
BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
World Atlas and Elegant Weather Clock
Vanity and Hair Dryer
A suite so large it has two entrances, this suite delights the senses with rich mosaics, exotic woods and luxurious touches. A living area with a couch and two comfortable chairs, a full dining table and large writing table make you feel right at home, while a leather chaise lounge beside a jacuzzi feel like holiday indulgences. A large private balcony lets you welcome friends for a quiet dinner, and a personal butler helps make life at sea a breeze.
1 1/2 Marble Bathrooms
Spacious Living Room
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 4 Guests
Choice of Guerlain, Acqua di Parma and L'Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
Guerlain Fragrance and Spongelle Buffer
Priority Check-in on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
VIP Status to Include Dinner with a Senior Officer
Welcome Letter from President and General Manager
Complimentary Cocktail Party for 8
Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice†
Complimentary 25-Minute Personal Fitness Session at the Serene Spa & Wellness™ Fitness Center
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Luxe Fruit Arrangement and Chocolate Leonidas
BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
World Atlas and Elegant Weather Clock
Vanity and Hair Dryer
You’ll find Park Avenue chic onboard Seven Seas Voyager® in this spectacular suite. Elegant rosewood furniture, luxe fabrics and a crystal chandelier create sophisticated comfort, while a personal butler is available to fulfil whatever requests you may have. With two bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, a large living room and two private balconies, this sublime suite is perfect for hosting new friends in luxury.
2 Spacious Bedrooms with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Spacious Living Room
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 6 Guests
Choice of Guerlain, Acqua di Parma and L'Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
Guerlain Fragrance and Spongelle Buffer
Priority Check-in on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
VIP Status to Include Dinner with a Senior Officer
Welcome Letter from President and General Manager
Complimentary Cocktail Party for 8
Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice†
Complimentary 25-Minute Personal Fitness Session at the Serene Spa & Wellness™ Fitness Center
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Luxe Fruit Arrangement and Chocolate Leonidas
BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
World Atlas and Elegant Weather Clock
Vanity and Hair Dryer
You’ll find Park Avenue chic onboard Seven Seas Voyager® in this spectacular suite. Elegant rosewood furniture, luxe fabrics and a crystal chandelier create sophisticated comfort, while a personal butler is available to fulfil whatever requests you may have. With two bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, a large living room and two private balconies, this sublime suite is perfect for hosting new friends in luxury.
2 Spacious Bedrooms with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Spacious Living Room
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 6 Guests
Choice of Guerlain, Acqua di Parma and L'Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
Guerlain Fragrance and Spongelle Buffer
Priority Check-in on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
VIP Status to Include Dinner with a Senior Officer
Welcome Letter from President and General Manager
Complimentary Cocktail Party for 8
Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice†
Complimentary 25-Minute Personal Fitness Session at the Serene Spa & Wellness™ Fitness Center
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Luxe Fruit Arrangement and Chocolate Leonidas
BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
World Atlas and Elegant Weather Clock
Vanity and Hair Dryer
You’ll find Park Avenue chic onboard Seven Seas Voyager® in this spectacular suite. Elegant rosewood furniture, luxe fabrics and a crystal chandelier create sophisticated comfort, while a personal butler is available to fulfil whatever requests you may have. With two bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, a large living room and two private balconies, this sublime suite is perfect for hosting new friends in luxury.
2 Spacious Bedrooms with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Spacious Living Room
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 6 Guests
Choice of Guerlain, Acqua di Parma and L'Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
Guerlain Fragrance and Spongelle Buffer
Priority Check-in on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
VIP Status to Include Dinner with a Senior Officer
Welcome Letter from President and General Manager
Complimentary Cocktail Party for 8
Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice†
Complimentary 25-Minute Personal Fitness Session at the Serene Spa & Wellness™ Fitness Center
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Luxe Fruit Arrangement and Chocolate Leonidas
BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
World Atlas and Elegant Weather Clock
Vanity and Hair Dryer
You’ll find Park Avenue chic onboard Seven Seas Voyager® in this spectacular suite. Elegant rosewood furniture, luxe fabrics and a crystal chandelier create sophisticated comfort, while a personal butler is available to fulfil whatever requests you may have. With two bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, a large living room and two private balconies, this sublime suite is perfect for hosting new friends in luxury.
2 Spacious Bedrooms with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed
Spacious Living Room
Private Balcony
Walk-in Closet With Safe
Accommodates Up To 6 Guests
Choice of Guerlain, Acqua di Parma and L'Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
Guerlain Fragrance and Spongelle Buffer
Priority Check-in on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
VIP Status to Include Dinner with a Senior Officer
Welcome Letter from President and General Manager
Complimentary Cocktail Party for 8
Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice†
Complimentary 25-Minute Personal Fitness Session at the Serene Spa & Wellness™ Fitness Center
Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts
Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
Daily Canapés
Luxe Fruit Arrangement and Chocolate Leonidas
BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
World Atlas and Elegant Weather Clock
Vanity and Hair Dryer
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Set among eateries in the Sants-Montjuïc neighborhood, this upscale hotel is a 7-minute walk from Poble Sec metro station.
ADDRESS:
INTERCONTINENTAL BARCELONA HOTEL
Av. de Rius i Taulet, 1-3
BARCELONA, SAPIN 08004
ph# +34 934 26 22 23
Standard Rate
Number of Nights: 1, Price: $439 per guest based on double occupancy.
Number of Nights: 2, Price: $788 per guest based on double occupancy.
Number of Nights: 3, Price: $1,137 per guest based on double occupancy.
Hotel and Land Program pricing is not combinable with FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package. If applicable, please contact Regent Seven Seas Cruises or your travel agent for multi-night pre-cruise hotel pricing information. Land program promotions are subject to terms.
Explore Barcelona and Girona in depth by visiting their architectural landmarks and prior to embarkation, discover one of Gaudí´s best kept secrets including a and visit to a renowned wine cellar to taste authentic cava.
Note: Due to the amount of walking, possibly over cobbled areas, this program is not recommended for guests who use a wheelchair, walker or cane or have any other mobility restrictions.
Day 1:
Upon arriving at the Barcelona International Airport, you will meet your local English-speaking driver outside the luggage pick-up area who will then accompany you to your hotel.
At check-in, you will receive a Welcome Letter with details on your daily tours and the hospitality desk hours.
Meals are on your own today.
Day 2:
After breakfast, meet your local guide who will introduce you the city of Barcelona. Begin with a guided tour of the city. You will pass the Columbus monument and the waterfront on the way to Sagrada Familia, the extraordinary still-unfinished church that famed architect Antoni Gaudí worked on until his death in 1926. The guide will explain the history of the church and its lengthy ongoing construction during your outside visit.
Continuing, you will begin a walking tour of the Gothic Quarter, passing landmarks such as the La Seu Cathedral and city hall. A more sweeping view of Barcelona awaits you upon reaching Mount Juic hill, where you may pause for photos. You will then visit Spanish Village, an open-air museum with replicas of characteristic houses from throughout Spain. As you meander the grounds, you may observe artists such as glassblowers demonstrating their talents.
A tapas-style lunch follows, after which you will check into your hotel to spend the first of three nights. The remainder of the day will be at your leisure.
Day 3:
After breakfast, you will settle in for a direct transfer to Girona, accompanied by a guide. Northern Catalonia’s largest city, Girona is full of museums, galleries and Gothic churches, strung around a tangle of cobbled lanes and medieval walls. Reflections of modernist mansions shimmer in the river that divides the historic center from the gleaming commercial center.
During the comprehensive walking tour of the city center, you will enjoy an inside visit of the 12th-century Arab baths and see the remains of Girona’s historical Jewish community. During free time that follows, you might savor lunch on your own before transferring back to Barcelona to spend the evening at the hotel.
Day 4:
After breakfast and check-out from the hotel, meet your guide and depart for a visit to Colonia Guell, one of Gaudí's most emblematic works for the architectural solutions he used. Businessman Eusebio Güell commissioned Gaudí to build a church for his textile factory workers in the village of Santa Coloma de Cervelló. This job allowed the architect to try out many of the practical solutions he would employ in later projects. This Church is one of the seven properties Gaudí built near Barcelona that are Unesco World Heritage Sites.
Continue to Cavas Freixenet whose cellars were set up in Sant Sadurní d'Anoia (Catalonia, Spain), a town situated in the heart of the Penedès region, well-known from the era of the Roman Empire, for the quality of the wines produced there.
In the 20’s and 30’s, the energy of the founders and their confidence in the quality of their products had achieved fame for the company. By the beginning of the 1970s Freixenet was well established in the Spanish market as a strong brand with a clear vocation to expand on the international stage. Visit the premises and learn the history of the brand and its wines. Enjoy a cocktail style light lunch of local specialties before returning to Barcelona for embarkation.
Land Program Details Step by Step
•The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. Program times are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.
•Itineraries with the up-to-date details will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. You will then receive a final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review the letter and your final itinerary carefully for further amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.
Extra Nights
•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and transferred to your hotel. Check-in is 3:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast, as well as activities, are on your own until day 2 of the program.
•If you have an early-arriving flight, you may wish to book an extra night as your room will not be ready for occupation until approximately 3:00pm.
•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.
DAY 1
Arrive at the Barcelona International Airport and private transfer to your hotel.
Check in time is at 3:00pm. Although rooms may be available before then, this cannot be guaranteed. Should you have an early arrival you may wish to book an extra night, so your room is ready upon your arrival.
Meals will be on your own and the evening will be at your leisure.
Overnight at the Majestic Barcelona or similar hotel
Meet and Greet and transfers
•Final cruise documents will be emailed 21 days prior to sailing. The local ground agent’s telephone number will be on page 1, if you can’t locate the meet-and-greet representative upon arrival. Be aware that the representative may be assisting others and may not be in sight when you first exit Customs and the luggage claim area.
•Look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and possibly your name. If in doubt, ask the airport staff to direct you to the meeting area for transfers or to page our representative.
•Meet and Greet and transfers are arranged for guests arriving on Day 1 of a land program or for extra nights booked through the cruise line and are arranged based on the flight details received by guests at least 14 days before sailing. Guests arriving independently before the program start date will not have a transfer included.
•If we have not received your flight details or your flights have changed, and the Destination Services Land Team has not been notified, then a transfer cannot be provided, and guests will be responsible for getting to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.
DAY 2
From 7am Breakfast at your hotel
9:00am After breakfast, meet your guide in the lobby
9:15am Panoramic drive to Sagrada Familia for an outside visit
11:00am Drive to Gothic Quarter and walking tour
12:45pm Drive to Montjuïc, guided walking tour of Spanish Village
1:45pm Lunch at local restaurant and some free time
3:30pm Return to your hotel, remainder of the day at leisure, dinner on own
Overnight at the Majestic Barcelona or similar hotel
DAY 3
From 7am Breakfast at your hotel
9:00am Meet your guide in the lobby and transfer to Girona
10:30am Walking tour of Girona’s old quarter
12:30pm Free time for lunch and further exploration on your own
3:30pm Return drive to Barcelona
Remainder of the day at leisure and dinner on your own
Overnight at the Majestic Barcelona or similar hotel
DAY 4
From 7am Breakfast at your hotel
9:15am Check-out and meet your guide in the lobby
9:30am Depart for Colonia Guell
10:00am Arrival and visit (both small town and church)
11:30am Drive to Freixenet Cellars
12:15pm Arrival, visit and cocktail style light lunch
2:30pm Drive to the port in Barcelona
3:30pm Approximate arrival to the pioer for embarkation
Expected Weather:
Maximum temperature: 19° C or 66.2 F
Minimum temperature: 11° C or 51.8 F
November is considered a transitional seasonal month, so there can be days as warm as the high 60s F, with average monthly temperatures in the mid-60s.
What to Bring:
Warmer, comfortable clothes and shoes for walking visits, any medications, and umbrella in case of rain.
Local Currency:
Euro
Electricity
22O V, an adaptor is needed therefore we recommend brining your own universal travel adaptor for any electric devices.
Documents and Visa Requirements:
A valid passport is required to travel to Spain
Hotel addresses:
Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona
Passeig De Gracia, 68, Barcelona, 08007, Spain
Phone: +34 93 492 22 44
*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards guests will be notified in advance. If guests are not notified of changes before departure, then the hotel(s) listed in this program will be used
Program Includes for guests:
-3 nights at the Majestic Hotel or similar – Deluxe Room
-Breakfast daily
-Transfer from airport to hotel on day 1
-Transportation and guided tours as per program
-Lunch on day 2 and entrance fees to Spanish Village (drink package includes Wine (1 bottle every 4 guests) or beer or soft drink + water
-Visit Colonia Guell and Visit to Freixenet Cellars with cocktail style lunch on day 4 ending at pier
-Porterage and city taxes at hotels
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated arrival information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, an arrival transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program Excludes for guests:
•Any meals or beverages not listed above
•Gratuities for drivers and guides
•Hotel incidentals including mini bar, laundry and room service
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released. Arrangements for accommodation and transfers will be at the expense of guests.
Price: $1,799 per guest based on double occupancy.
Hotel and Land Program pricing is not combinable with FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Luxury Hotel Package. If applicable, please contact Regent Seven Seas Cruises or your travel agent for multi-night pre-cruise hotel pricing information. Land program promotions are subject to terms.
Memorable experiences await you in the Westin Cape Town. Enjoy our exclusive rooms with unique views over the V&A Waterfront as well as Table Mountain. Our hotel's fantastic glass façade allows clear views of the breathtaking beauty of Table Mountain, Lion's Head and the entirety of Table Bay.
The culinary diversity will also delight. Besides the large variety of restaurants in Cape Town the hotel has a great selection of elegant restaurants and bars on offer. From the highly exclusive Westin Executive Club Restaurant, to brasserie-style Thirty7 and fine Sushi at the Grand.
Begin a wonderful Cape Town evening or round your day off in one of our bars: Louis B's & Terrace and Raleigh's Cigar Bar.
Our award winning Arabella Spa on the 19th floor of the hotel offers a balance between outer skin and inner being. The spa includes world class facilities such as an indoor, heated infinity lap pool with floor to ceiling views of the harbor and ocean, a Jacuzzi, sauna and steam rooms as well as heated water beds upon which to relax.
ADDRESS:
THE WESTIN CAPE TOWN
LOWER LONG STREET
CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA 8000
PH# 27 21 412 9999
Standard Rate
Number of Nights: 1, Price: $449 per guest based on double occupancy.
Number of Nights: 1, Price: $429 per guest based on double occupancy.
Number of Nights: 2, Price: $808 per guest based on double occupancy.
Number of Nights: 2, Price: $768 per guest based on double occupancy.
Number of Nights: 3, Price: $1,167 per guest based on double occupancy.
Number of Nights: 3, Price: $1,107 per guest based on double occupancy.
Concierge Level Rate
Number of Nights: 1, Price: $449 per guest based on double occupancy.
Number of Nights: 1, Price: $429 per guest based on double occupancy.
Number of Nights: 2, Price: $808 per guest based on double occupancy.
Number of Nights: 2, Price: $768 per guest based on double occupancy.
Number of Nights: 3, Price: $1,167 per guest based on double occupancy.
Number of Nights: 3, Price: $1,107 per guest based on double occupancy.
Land program promotions are per person for guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program only, subject to terms.
Savor the exquisite cuisine and vintage wines produced around Cape Town including multiple tastings, a food-focused walking tour through Stellenbosch, a wine blending class and a wine farm visit. Spend your evenings in a charming and historic boutique hotel located at the foot of the magnificent Paarl Rock.
Note: this program is limited to 30-36 guests.
DAY 1
After disembarking in Cape Town, you will meet your guide for a brief city orientation tour en-route to the Grande Roche Hotel. This historic hotel boasts views of mountain ranges and rows of lush vineyards as well as having beautifully manicured gardens and innovative cuisine.
Upon arrival at your hotel, the remainder of the day will be at your leisure with lunch on your own.
Check in is 2:00pm. Although every effort will be made to have rooms ready before this time, this cannot be guaranteed, however, luggage can be stored at the reception desk so you can begin exploring the estate and its surrounds right away.
This evening, you will enjoy a wine pairing 3-course dinner at the hotel.
DAY 2
*For operational reasons beyond our control, the originally advertised Salt and Wine tasting at Waterford Wine Estate has been replaced with the below itinerary.
Following breakfast, you will meet your tour guide in the hotel lobby and then depart for a full-day tour of the Cape Winelands featuring Stellenbosch, the Town of Oaks and the second-oldest town in South Africa.
Stellenbosch is a university town famous for its carefully preserved architectural heritage, which includes examples of Cape Dutch, Georgian and Victorian styles, especially on Dorp Street, which is lined with houses, cottages and shops. Rows of oaks and open spaces transform the streets into soft, shady tunnels. The oaks have actually been proclaimed national monuments.
Starting in the Old Town center with your specialized “foodie” guide, your walking tour will focus on fresh, local, sustainably produced, and seasonal produce. In addition to its international wine reputation, Stellenbosch is also home to curated, public art exhibitions. During your leisurely walk you will savor the handiwork of both enthusiastic food artisans and celebrated artists in Stellenbosch. Throughout, your guide will entertain you with stories about the history and culture of the area.
Your tour includes sampling home-grown teas paired with typical Cape sweet treats, traditional beef snacks from a local butchery, local produced wines with appetizing delights and the walk will conclude at one of the oldest hotels in Stellenbosch for a delicious heritage platter.
After lunch, re-board your coach and head to Blaauwklippen Wine Estate. Founded in 1682, Blaauwklippen is one of the oldest wine farms in Stellenbosch. Upon arrival you will be welcomed and will partake in a delectable wine and chocolate pairing followed by the unique opportunity to create a wine blend.
Start off by tasting three different wines lead by an experienced wine ambassador who will guide the group through the process showing how and why certain varieties harmonize better than others. You will then be challenged to create your own blend as a team.
After some time to explore the estate on your own it will be time to return to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure with dinner on your own. If you wish, the hotel’s concierge can assist you in making arrangements for an unforgettable dinner off site or you may choose to dine in-house.
DAY 3
Following a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, you will meet your tour guide in the hotel lobby and depart for a full-day tour to the Cape Winelands featuring Franschhoek.
The lush Franschhoek Valley and the Huguenot village of Franschhoek (“French Corner”) was originally known as Olifants Hoek (“Elephant’s Corner”) after elephants took to calving in the sheltered valley with its plentiful supply of food and water.
En-route, you will stop at Boschendal Wine Estate for a guided walking tour offering rare personal insight into the history of the farm, regenerative farming practices and sustainable gardening while experiencing and enjoying the beauty of the farm and its gardens. You will also be harvesting seasonal herbs from the herb garden. Comfortable shoes and hats are recommended as this is a 1.5-hour walking tour.
Following your farm tour, you will enjoy a wine tasting and then lunch at The Werf Restaurant.
You will then travel to the town of Franschhoek, where you have the option to visit to the Huguenot Monument, situated at the foot of the Franschhoek Pass, which commemorates the arrival of the Huguenots in South Africa. Alternatively, you may explore this quaint town on your own.
The tour ends with a nougat and sparkling wine tasting at Haute Cabriere or a similar venue.
Back at your hotel you will have some time to freshen up before a final wine pairing three-course group dinner.
DAY 4
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel. The official check-out time from the hotel is 11:00am. If a late check-out is required due to a late-departing outbound flight, a room cannot be guaranteed unless one is booked for another night. Transfers will be arranged according to the flight details provided within 14 days of sailing. The transfer is approximately 30-40 minutes depending on traffic.
Land Program Details Step by Step
•The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion.
•All program details including timings indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.
•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered no-shows and their hotel space released.
DAY 1
9:15am Disembark the ship in Cape Town
10:00am City Orientation tour en-route to your hotel
1:00pm Approximate arrival time at your hotel
2:00pm Official check-in time at hotel
Spend the afternoon at leisure
7:30pm Fine dining and wine pairing dinner at your hotel
Overnight at Grande Roche Hotel or similar
DAY 2
From 6:30am Breakfast at your hotel
8:30am Depart your hotel for the town of Stellenbosch
9:00am Orientation drive through Stellenbosch
10:00am Meet on Church Street for the start of your Cuisine Walk with lunch, duration 3.5 hrs
1:30pm Comfort stop before departing to Blaauwklippen Wine Estate
2:00pm Arrive at Blaauwklippen Wine Estate for a wine and artisanal chocolate tasting followed by a wine blending experience.
4:00pm Depart Blaauwklippen Wine Estate for your hotel
Spend the remainder of the day at leisure enjoying estate facilities Dinner on own
Overnight at Grande Roche Hotel or similar hotel
DAY 3
From 6:30am Breakfast at your hotel
9:30am Depart for a drive to Boschendal Wine Estate
10:00am Farm tour of Boschendal Wine Estate
11:30am Upon completion of the farm tour, enjoy a wine tasting under the
oak trees, surrounded by lush greenery and magnificent mountain views
1:00am Upon completion of your wine tasting, with the option to purchase
wine, proceed to the Werf Restaurant on the same estate
2:30pm After a delicious, fresh produce lunch, depart for the town of
Franschhoek
2:45pm Enjoy free time in the town of Franschhoek including an optional
visit to the Huguenot memorial or museum
3:45pm Short drive to Haute Cabriere located in Franschhoek
4:00pm Nougat and sparkling wine tasting at Haute Carbriere Estate
5:00pm Return to your hotel
7:00pm Three-course wine pairing dinner at the hotel
Overnight at Grande Roche Hotel or similar
DAY 4
6:30-10am Breakfast at hotel
11:00am Check-out time at the hotel
TBA Transfer to the Cape Town International Airport based on your flight time Luggage storage is available for guests with late flights
Extra Nights:
•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the same hotel used on the LAST NIGHT of your program.
•When you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 11:00am (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 4 of your program.
Transfers:
•All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.
•Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.
•Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 12:00pm. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.
Expected Weather
The first month of the summer, December, is a warm month in Cape Town, with average temperatures ranging between min 16.3°C (61.3°F) and max 24.3°C (75.7°F).
What to Bring
Light cotton tops, cotton trousers and shorts. Trousers and warm fleece tops for evenings and cooler days. A hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes, camera, film and batteries, chargers.
Local Currency
The monetary unit of South Africa is the Rand. All major credit cards are accepted at most establishments, although Visa and Mastercard are the most widely accepted cards.
Electricity
South Africa’s electrical system is 220/230 volts A/C 50 cycles. Most hotels have hair dryers and plug adaptors in the bedrooms however we recommend bringing a universal travel adaptor for electric devices.
Documents and Visa Requirements
South African Immigration requires that you have at least 2 consecutive double-blank pages in your passport, or entry to the country could be denied. Passports should also be valid for more than 6 months at the time of travel. Please consult your local embassy for all visa requirements pertaining to South Africa for your nationality.
Hotel
Grande Roche Hotel
1 Plantasie St, Paarl, 7646, South Africa
Phone: +27 21 863 5100
*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards, and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.
Program Includes for guests:
•Three nights at Grande Roche Hotel (Terrace suite) including breakfast
•Touring in an air-conditioned vehicle with English-speaking driver and qualified guide
•Wine Pairing Dinner on Day 3 at Grande Roche including water, tea or coffee and gratuity
•Winelands tours on Days 2 and 3 including all entrance fees and meals as mentioned in itinerary
•Hotel to airport transfers by sedan or van, with driver only – Day 4
•1 x half-day afternoon Hospitality Desk at Grande Roche Hotel – Day 4
•Bottled mineral water on board touring vehicle
•Porterage allowing for a maximum of 2 suitcases per person
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program Excludes for guests:
•Personal expenses
•Additional beverages and meals not mentioned in the itinerary
•Gratuities for drivers and guides
•Hotel incidentals including mini bar, laundry and room service
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, gravel and natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change.
Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.
Price: $1,799 per guest based on double occupancy.
Land program promotions are per person for guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program only, subject to terms.
Fly to the Eastern Cape of South Africa where you will spend two nights at Shamwari’s Bayethe Lodge. Take part on several game drives into the bush where you will enjoy an up-close unobstructed view of Africa’s most iconic animals. Then fly back to Cape Town for one night before heading home.
SHAMWARI GAME RESERVE: Bayethe
“By-ye-ti,” meaning “I salute you,” is the warm African greeting carried on the fresh valley wind at this tented paradise. Allow nature to blanket you in the seductive tented accommodation of Bayethe Lodge. The refined tents are shrouded by rich vegetation, providing privacy and a feeling of seclusion with views of the African bush. The tents have indoor baths and either an indoor or outdoor shower. All suites have their own plunge pool and private minibar.
Note: there are long solid walkways (1 -5 minute walk depending on the tent location) with up to 5 or 6 steps here and there to access each luxury tent.
Special Note: Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.
Program details and the number of game drives are subject to change depending on flight details:
Day 1
Disembark the ship and transfer to the Cape Town International Airport for your domestic flight to Port Elizabeth. On arrival at Port Elizabeth Airport, you will transfer 1.5- 2 hours by road to your safari destination.
Depending on the time of arrival, you may enjoy lunch and then free time at the lodge. In the afternoon, you will gather in the main lodge for tea followed by an open-vehicle game drive. Later, you will return to the lodge for dinner and to spend the evening.
Note: Activities and meals on this day are subject to your time of arrival
Day 2
You will spend the entire day at your selected establishment, where two game drives and all meals are included.
Day 3
Time permitting (depending on flight details), you may be able to enjoy one additional early morning game drive before breakfast and check-out formalities. (not guaranteed) Transfer back to the Port Elizabeth Airport and depart on a domestic flight to Cape Town. On arrival at Cape Town International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Cape Town where the remainder of the day and evening will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.
Note: Activities and meals on this day are subject to your flight time
Day 4
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Check out time is 11:00am. You will be transferred to the airport based on your flight schedule. Should you have a late flight, luggage storage will be available at the hotel or alternatively you may wish to purchase an extra night to guarantee a room for the day.
Please note:
-The contents and order of activities in this program are subject to change by the lodge management without prior notice, due to the prevailing weather conditions and movement of dangerous wildlife on the reserve.
-Whilst this is a safari area, the animals are wild and so sightings cannot be guaranteed.
-During early morning game drives in open vehicles it can be a little cool. We recommend that guests take along a windbreaker.
-During the day, it can get extremely hot. The game drive vehicles are not covered – and guests are therefore exposed to the elements. Guests are therefore advised not to forget their sunhats, sun block, sunglasses, as well as their cameras and binoculars.
-The roads in the game reserve are gravel. There are also inclines and certain parts of the game-drive can be bumpy. Not recommended for guests with back & neck problems or pregnant ladies.
-This program is suitable for guests with walking disabilities, providing that a travel companion or spouse accompanies them. Please also note that confirmation would be strictly subject to availability of handicapped rooms at the time of booking.
-No children under 6 years of age are allowed on safari.
-This program is not fully guided. Local representatives will assist you with your transfers however, the program at the lodge and hotel is run solely and at the discretion by the lodge/hotel staff.
Important Note about the flights:
Due to the volume of guests that may be taking this program, multiple flights may be used. Flights will not be assigned by our local ground operator until closer to the date of departure and flights are subject to change up to the day of operation. It is essential that if you are travelling with other guests on the same program that Regent Seven Seas Cruises is aware, and your booking noted of who you are travelling with. Although we cannot guarantee that you will be on the same flights, we will do what we can with the information we have at the time of assigning the flights. Once flights are assigned, they are non-changeable
Land Program Details Step by Step:
•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direct flights are never guaranteed.
•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•A departure transfer is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program.
DAY 1
TBA Disembark the ship and transfer to the Cape Town International Airport
TBA Check-in for flight to Port Elizabeth (flight details TBA and subject to change)
TBA Flight - 1 hour & 30 minutes: Cape Town – Port Elizabeth
TBA Arrive Port Elizabeth Airport and transfer (1 ½ - 2 hours) to your safari destination
TBA Arrival at safari destination
TBA Afternoon tea (time permitting)
TBA Afternoon game drive (dependent on flight time)
TBA Return to the lodge
TBA Dinner at your lodge
Overnight at Shamwari Bayethe Lodge
DAY 2 (timing subject to change by each game lodge)
6:00am Hot tea and coffee served at main lodge
6:30am Morning game drive
9:00am Breakfast
12:00pm Lunch
3:30pm Afternoon tea
4:00pm Afternoon game drive
7:30pm Return to the lodge
8:00pm Dinner at your lodge
Overnight at Shamwari Bayethe Lodge
DAY 3
6:00am Hot tea/coffee served at main lodge
TBA Morning game drive (only possible dependent on flight time)
TBA Breakfast at the lodge
TBA Gather belongings and check out
TBA Transfer to Port Elizabeth Airport
TBA Check-in for flight to Cape Town (Flight details TBA and subject to change)
TBA Flight from Port Elizabeth – Cape Town
TBA Arrive Cape Town International Airport and transfer to Cape Town hotel
Overnight at the Westin Hotel in Cape Town or similar hotel
DAY 4
AM Breakfast at the hotel
11:00am Check out
Transfers will be arranged to the Cape Town International Airport based on your flight details. Should you have a late flight, luggage storage will be available at the hotel or alternatively you may wish to purchase an extra night.
Extra Nights:
All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the LAST NIGHT of your land program
If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 11:00am (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 4 of your program.
Transfers: All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.
Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.
Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 11:00am. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.
Expected Weather:
South Africa’s seasons are the reverse of those in the northern hemisphere. Midwinter is June and midsummer is December and January. The climate varies from region to region but is generally mild throughout the year. Expect it to be hot during the day and much cooler in the evenings.
What to Bring:
Light cotton tops and cotton trousers and shorts in summer. Safari trousers and warm fleece tops for evenings and cooler days. Also, bring swimwear, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes, camera, film and batteries, personal toiletries.
Currency:
The monetary unit of South Africa is the Rand, divided into cents and abbreviated as R and c. All major credit cards are accepted at most establishments, although Visa and Mastercard are the most widely accepted cards.
Electricity:
South Africa’s electrical system is 220/230 volts A/C 50 cycles. Most hotels have hair dryers and plug adaptors in the bedrooms. We recommend bringing your own travel adaptor if you have electric devices
Luggage:
On the flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth and vice versa, guests are permitted to check-in 1 piece of luggage at a maximum of 23 kg (50 lbs.) and maximum dimension of 158 cm (62 inches).
Excess luggage (up to 2 pieces of luggage per person) will be stored in Cape Town for the duration of the program and transferred to the hotel where you will be re-united with it on day 3. Please pack accordingly for this and limit the luggage you take on the safari to 1 piece per person.
Overweight or excess bags not stored and brought on the safari will be at the expense of the guest.
Passengers are permitted to travel with one piece of hand luggage not exceeding 8 kg (18 lbs.) and a dimension of 56 cm (22 inches) length, 36 cm (14 inches) width and 23 cm (9 inches) height. If the hand luggage does not conform to the size specified, passengers may be denied entry into the departure area or sent back to the check-in counter.
Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has their own regulations)
1. Guests must obtain a Doctor’s Certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.
2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)
3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at RSSC at least one month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).
4. Failure to comply with the above regulations may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which Regent Seven Seas Cruises nor our local ground operator be responsible for.
Documents and Visa Requirements:
South African Immigrations requires that you have at least two consecutive double-blank pages in your passport, or entry to the country may be denied. Passports should also be valid for more than 6 months at the time of travel. Please consult your local embassy for any visa requirements for your nationality pertaining to South Africa.
VERY IMPORTANT – The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.
Failure to have the required documents ahead of time or incorrect names on flight tickets will result in either denial of travel or ticket re-purchase and guests will be responsible for any fees incurred.
Accommodations:
Westin Hotel Cape Town
Convention Square, Lower Long St, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
Phone: +27 21 412 9999
Shamwari Game Reserve
Paterson, 6130, South Africa
* If a hotel is substituted due to an unforeseen situation, it will be of equal ratings and standards and guests will be notified. If no change notification is received prior to travel, then guests will stay at the hotels listed.
Program Includes:
*Two nights at Shamwari Bayethe Tented Lodge – Luxury tent (Full Board - all meals & game drives)
*One night at The Westin Hotel – deluxe room (Bed & Breakfast) or similar hotel
*Two local beverages during meals at your safari establishment
*Transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle and local English-speaking guide
*Bottled mineral water on board touring vehicle
*Domestic economy class flights - Cape Town - Port Elizabeth – Cape Town
*Excess luggage storage in Cape Town from Days 1 - 3 – maximum 2 pieces of luggage per person
*Porterage, allowing for a maximum of 2 pieces per person
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program excludes:
*Personal expenses such as telephone calls; curio shop purchases; laundry, hotel incidentals etc.
*Additional beverages and meals not mentioned in the itinerary
*Visa fees
*Excess or overweight luggage fees
*Tips to drivers, luggage porters, tour guides and safari guides
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.
Price: $3,399 per guest based on double occupancy.
Land program promotions are per person for guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program only, subject to terms.
Look for South Africa’s most iconic wildlife on game drives through the sprawling Kruger National Park within the renowned Sabi Sands, while enjoying the luxuries of Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge.
Sabie Game Reserve is a recognized ‘hot spot’ of biodiversity which makes for an astonishing variety of wildlife - including over 200 mammal and 300 bird species. Morning and evening safaris are enjoyed in open safari vehicles with close encounters with the Big Five being a regular occurrence. Environmental awareness walking safaris add an extra dimension to the bush experience, allowing a close-up look at the fascinating smaller creatures of the bushveld.
PLEASE NOTE – This program starts in Cape Town and ends in Johannesburg therefore departure flights should be booked out of Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport.
Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.
DAY 1
Disembark in Cape Town and meet your tour escort. Once your luggage has been collected and separated, you will be transferred to the airport and with assistance from your tour leader to check in for a flight to Skukuza.
NOTE: Before disembarking, please separate any luggage that you will not take on safari with you. Up to 2 pieces per person, 23kg / 50 lbs each will be collected on the pier and then shipped to your hotel in Johannesburg. Make sure to pack accordingly and bring any medications and documents with you.
See further below for luggage restrictions for this program.
Upon arrival in Skukuza, transfer to the beautiful Sabi Sabi Bush lodge.
Deep in the bushveld overlooking a waterhole and an open plain, lies a lodge that pulses to the rhythm of Africa’s heartbeat. This is Bush Lodge, steeped in tradition, vibrant and warm, the Sabi Sabi of “Today”. With a history spanning over 40 years, the lodge has earned a reputation of a “luxury home in the bush”, service excellence and effortless personal attention. Each suite features en-suite bathrooms and al-fresco, glass-fronted showers, with wonderful views of the bushveld. The suites are air-conditioned and features fine linens and classic leather and wood furnishings.
After settling into your surroundings, enjoy afternoon tea. Then head out in search of Africa's Big Five on your first game drive.
Return to camp for dinner and time to relax around the campfire before retiring for the evening.
DAY 2 and DAY 3
After an early morning wake-up call, enjoy coffee, tea and snacks before embarking on a morning game drive during the cool early light while wildlife is most active.
Your guide will use his local knowledge of the area taking you to the spots best for game viewing at this time of the day. Using this knowledge, their tracking abilities and of course natures luck, you will find the wildlife you most would like to see.
Return to the lodge for breakfast and enjoy some leisure time relaxing in your suite or at the lodge lounge or bar deck where you can watch the myriad of bird life in the riverine forest. The guides are more than happy to share their unrivalled knowledge of all the feathered friends that visit the Concession. From the fierce Marshall Eagle to the smallest and most delicate Blue Waxbill. Bush walks can also be requested.
As the afternoon cools, enjoy another game drive with your guide as you track down those animals that eluded you in the morning. As night falls, the nocturnal wildlife awakens to hunt, forage and explore the lands under the cover of darkness.
Return to the lodge where you will enjoy dinner and a few more stories around the fire pit before retiring to your room.
DAY 4
After an early morning wake-up call, enjoy coffee, tea and snacks before embarking on your final safari. What you see this morning will depend entirely on what nature delivers, but rest assure you will leave wanting to return to this piece of paradise.
After returning to the lodge, you will enjoy breakfast overlooking the riverine forest before being transferred to Skukuza where you will board a flight to Johannesburg.
On arrival in Johannesburg you will be met and assisted with the short walk to your airport-based hotel. At the hotel, collect any excess luggage that was transferred from Cape Town and enjoy your evening at leisure.
Dinner is on your own this evening.
Your tour escort or the hotel concierge will be able to make suggestions for local dining venues in the city.
DAY 5
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Check out time is 11:00am. You will be assisted on the walk to the Johannesburg Airport terminal based on your flight schedule. Should you have a late flight, luggage storage will be available at the hotel or alternatively you may wish to purchase an extra night to guarantee a room for the day.
Land Program Details Step by Step:
•The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direct flights are never guaranteed.
•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•Departure assistance is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program.
DAY 1 – below timings are subject to flight times
7:00am Disembark the ship in Cape Town
7:30am Depart for the Cape Town Airport
10:20am Flight to Skukuza (flight details TBA and subject to change)
12:20pm Approximate arrival into Skukuza and transfer into safari camp
2:00pm Approximate arrival to Sabi Sabi Bush lodge and lunch
3:00pm Afternoon tea and snacks
3:30pm Depart on afternoon game drive
8:00pm Dinner
Overnight at Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge
*Note: any luggage (up to 2 pieces per person, 23 kg/50lbs each) not accompanying guests to the lodge will be collected before your departure today and stored until their transfer to Johannesburg. Please pack accordingly for domestic flight restrictions. See further below for luggage restrictions and guidelines.
DAY 2
5:00am Wake-up call
5:30am Coffee, tea and snacks served
6:00am Morning safari game drive
9:00am Breakfast at camp and free time
1:00pm Lunch at camp
3:30pm Afternoon tea served
4:00pm Evening game drive
8:00pm Dinner
Overnight at Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge
DAY 3
5:00am Wake-up call
5:30am Coffee, tea and snacks served
6:00am Morning safari game drive
9:00am Breakfast at camp and free time
1:00pm Lunch at camp
3:30pm Afternoon tea served
4:00pm Evening game drive
8:00pm Dinner
Overnight at Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge
DAY 4
5:00am Wake-up call
5:30am Coffee, tea and snacks served
6:00am Morning safari game drive
9:00am Breakfast at camp
11:00am Depart camp for Skukuza
1:00pm Flight Skukuza to Johannesburg (flight details TBA and subject to change)
2:00pm Arrival into Johannesburg Airport
3:00pm Short walk to your airport-based hotel
Arrival to your hotel followed by check in procedures
Guests will be re-united with any shipped excess luggage
Evening at leisure
Dinner is on your own
Overnight at the Intercontinental OR Tambo or similar hotel
DAY 5
8:00am Breakfast at your hotel
11:00am Check out time at the hotel
TBA Assistance to the Johannesburg airport terminal for your onwards flight. You will be met based on the flight details provided. For guests with late flights, luggage storage is available at the hotel until your meeting time.
Extra Nights: All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the same hotel used on the LAST NIGHT of your program.
If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be accompanied to the airport terminal per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 11:00am (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 4 of your program.
Transfers: All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that arrangements for assistance can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, assistance will not be arranged.
Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers and assistance are not included.
Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 12:00pm. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.
PLEASE NOTE
•This is a malaria risk area. Make sure that the necessary medication has been taken. Guests should seek their physicians’ advice regarding malaria precautions and other recommended immunizations. You must begin taking malaria precautions prior to your departure date.
•The contents and order of the activities in this program are subject to change by the lodge management without prior notice, due to the prevailing weather conditions and movement of dangerous wildlife on the reserve.
•The roads in the game reserve are gravel. There are also inclines, and certain parts of the game drive can be bumpy. This program is not recommended for guests with back problems. This program involves extended periods (3+ hours) in a vehicle on rugged terrain.
•Bring warm clothing, as the evenings and early mornings can be chilly.
•This program is not fully guided. Local representatives will assist you with your transfers and you will have a tour escort however, the program at the lodge and hotel is run solely and at the discretion by the lodge/hotel staff.
Expected Weather:
Kruger National Park: 54 – 92 F (12 – 32 C) with chance of afternoon showers
Johannesburg: 50 – 92 F (10 – 32 C) with chance of afternoon showers
What to Bring:
• Comfortable walking shoes - please wear closed shoes on all safari activities.
• Sun hat, sunglasses and sunblock
• Cameras and binoculars, spare batteries
• Light, neutral colored clothing (does not have to be special safari gear)
*It is best to layer up on safari activities. Mornings will be colder and warm up quickly, afternoons will be warmer but will cool down quickly.
• Rain Jacket/Wind Breaker
• Bathing suit
• Medications and personal toiletries, anti-malaria prophylaxis
Local Currency:
•The monetary unit of South Africa is the Rand. All major credit cards are accepted at most establishments, although Visa and Mastercard are the most widely accepted cards.
Credit cards:
•Most international hotels accept most standard credit cards as a payment for your “extras” account.
•As a general rule, we would suggest that you allow sufficient local currency to cover the cost of any additional service at hotels, as many of the small lodges and game lodges do not have credit card facilities. MasterCard and Visa are widely accepted, with more limited use placed on American Express and Diners Card.
Electricity:
South Africa’s electrical system is 220/230 volts A/C 50 cycles. Most hotels have hair dryers and plug adaptors in the bedrooms however we recommend you bring your own universal travel adaptors especially for the lodge.
Luggage Information for the light aircraft flights:
•Baggage, including camera equipment and hand luggage is restricted to 1 piece at 20kg (44 lbs) per person
(hand luggage cannot exceed 7kg / 15.4 lbs)
•Only soft sided bags will be allowed
•No frames or rigid structures can be transported as they take up valuable space in aircraft and vehicles
•Please pack all valuables in hand luggage
•Excess luggage will be stored and transferred from Johannesburg to your hotel in Cape Town for your collection on arrival – max of 2 pieces of excess luggage with a weight limit of 23 kg (50 lbs) each will be allowed to be shipped per person
•Please pack accordingly and bring any necessary cruise documents, passports, medications and valuables with you.
Up to 2 pieces per person, 23kg / 50 lbs each will be collected on the pier when you disembark and then shipped to your hotel in Johannesburg. Make sure to pack accordingly and bring any medications and documents with you.
Alternatively, you may wish to contact Luggage Forward to make your own luggage transfer arrangements (at own cost) from the ship to your home - www.luggageforward.com - Phone: 877-231-5131
Special Note: Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.
Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has their own regulations) and carriage of such equipment may not be possible on the light aircraft flight.
1. Guests must obtain a Doctor’s Certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.
2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)
3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at RSSC at least one month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s) and obtain permission or not for this equipment to travel to the lodge.
4. Failure to comply with the above regulations may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which Regent Seven Seas Cruises nor our local ground operator be responsible for.
Documents and Visa Requirements:
Passports must be valid for at least 6 months after travel and must have 6 blank pages upon entry into South Africa. No Visa is needed for citizens of the USA in order to enter South Africa. Other nationalities should please consult their local embassies for any requirements.
Please note visa fees and regulations might change and we are not liable for immigration or fee changes. Please consult your local embassy before travelling to know whether you require a Visa or not. Visa fees are not included in the cost of this program
VERY IMPORTANT – The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.
Failure to have the required documents ahead of time or incorrect names on flight tickets will result in either denial of travel or ticket re-purchase and guests will be responsible for any fees incurred.
Aircraft type (subject to change):
•Flight from Cape Town to Skukuza will be on Embraer E-Jets or similar
•Flights from Skukuza to Johannesburg will be on Embraer E-Jets or similar
Hotel addresses:
Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge
Sabi Sands
Kruger National Park, South Africa
Intercontinental, OR Tambo Airport
International Airport, Opposite Int'L Arrivals Hall O.R. Tambo, Kempton Park, Johannesburg, South Africa
*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.
Program Includes for guests:
•3 nights at Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge in a luxury safari suite and includes all meals and selected drinks
•1 night at the Intercontinental OR Tambo Hotel in Johannesburg or similar in a standard deluxe room and includes breakfast
•All economy class air and ground transportation per the itinerary
•Tour leader for duration of tour
•Mentioned daily activities
•Bottled water on all road transfers
•Laundry at Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge
•Luggage storage and transfer - 2 pieces per person per specifics listed above
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so airport assistance can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, assistance or transfers will not be provided.
Program Excludes for guests:
•Meals and beverages not mentioned in the program
•Premium brand drinks at Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge
•Spa treatments
•Activities not mentioned in program
•Personal expenses and hotel incidentals including mini bar and room service
•Visa fees
•Gratuities for tour leaders, drivers, guides and lodge/hotel staff
•Excess or overweight luggage fees in excess of what is included
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.
Price: $6,999 per guest based on double occupancy.
Land program promotions are per person for guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program only, subject to terms.
This nonstop adventure presents the unrivalled experience of touring thundering Victoria Falls and venturing into Botswana’s first national park for a game drive to view African’s most iconic wildlife.
PLEASE NOTE – This POST-Cruise Program ends in Johannesburg and therefore guests need to fly out of Johannesburg, South Africa. The following program details are for reference purposes only and subject to change based on flights that can be confirmed at or around 60 days prior to sailing.
Special Note: Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.
DAY 1
Disembark in Cape Town, meet your guide and transfer to your city-based hotel. En-route you will have an orientation tour. Check in is at 2:00pm and although every effort will be made to have rooms available before this time, this cannot be guaranteed. Luggage storage will be available should you wish to head into the city to explore on your own.
Your hotel is located in the bustling Victoria and Alfred Waterfront where you will find a wide array of shopping and dining options. Lunch and dinner are on your own today.
DAY 2
After breakfast and check out, transfer to the Cape Town airport for a flight to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.
As guests may only bring one piece of checked luggage per person, excess luggage (1 piece per person) will be shipped via courier to Johannesburg where you will be re-united with it on Day 5. Make sure to pack accordingly and bring any medications and cruise documents with you.
Upon arriving in Victoria Falls, proceed through Customs and Immigration. You will then be met and transferred to the Victoria Falls Hotel. Note: Visas are required for Zimbabwe and can be purchased at the airport upon arrival.
After check-in, transfer to the Zambezi River and embark on a sunset cruise (shared departure). Depending on the size of the group the boat may either be a covered single level sightseeing boat or a larger boat with multiple levels. Enjoy a beverage from this vantage point whilst watching the sunset and possibly sighting hippos, crocodiles, various birdlife and maybe even an elephant or two along the banks of the river.
Your boat cruise is followed up with dinner back at the hotel.
DAY 3
After breakfast and check out, transfer to the Victoria Falls Rainforest where you will have a guided walk.
Located on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls is the world’s largest curtain of falling water, based on the falls’ one-mile width and height of 360 feet. It’s an amazing spectacle to watch as the Zambezi River roars over the edge of a basalt gorge, forming what locals call Mosi-Oa-Tunya or “the smoke that thunders”. In November 1885, after seeing the falls for the first time, Scottish explorer and Doctor David Livingstone re-named them after Queen Victoria.
A path along the edge of the rainforest provides visitors with an unparalleled series of views of the falls but be prepared to get wet from the tremendous spray!
NOTE: the cobblestone walkways within the rainforest can be slippery if wet and some spots are at a gradient. Proper walking shoes that have a good grip should be worn, and guests should wear appropriate clothing to get wet. Due to the amount of walking and terrain, this program is not suited for guests who have walking difficulty or who utilize a wheelchair or scooter. Walking distance will be 2-4km (1.24 – 2.48 miles).
Continue by road across the Zimbabwe – Botswana border to Chobe Game Lodge - an elegant, five-star, fully Ecotourism-certified safari lodge and the only property located inside the world-renowned Chobe National Park and set on the banks of the famous Chobe River.
Enjoy limitless views from the boardwalk overlooking a wildlife-rich floodplain to the eats and the Chobe River to the west. Dine in one of several areas around the lodge and enjoy your spacious room with its own terrace facing the Chobe River. Inside the rooms are all the amenities and comforts you expect from a luxury safari lodge. The en-suite bathrooms include a large bath and separate shower, while air-conditioners and overhead fans ensure you have a comfortable stay.
Check in, enjoy lunch at the lodge and then some free time to get acquainted with your surroundings.
A bit later in the day, gather in the main lodge for tea and snacks followed by a game drive in Chobe National Park. Safaris are conducted in 4x4 open side vehicles and led by qualified professional guides who will bring you close to hippos, buffalos, puku and other animals that gather on the banks of the Chobe River. Naturally, elephants, lion and leopard are also found in the area.
Return to your lodge thereafter for dinner and overnight.
DAY 4
After an early-morning wake-up call and coffee and tea in the lobby, you will embark on a morning game drive in 4x4 open-air safari vehicles.
Along with elephant, lion, leopard and buffalo, Chobe is also home to two antelope that aren’t encountered anywhere else in Botswana, the puku and the Chobe bushbuck. Declared a national park in 1967, Chobe was the first one established in Botswana and now covers more than 4,500 square miles of dry savannah, floodplains, and teak woodlands that are ideal animal habitats.
Returning from your morning safari, a full breakfast will be served after which you will have free time to do as you wish at the lodge.
Following lunch, you will embark on a cruise down the Chobe River – this is the ideal time to keep a look out for animals coming to the river for water.
Later dinner will be served at the lodge.
DAY 5
After enjoying one last optional game drive and breakfast, check-out from the lodge and transfer to the Kasane Airport for a flight to Johannesburg.
Upon arrival at Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport, you will be met and assisted through passport control and baggage claim. You will then be escorted your hotel where you will spend the remainder of the day at leisure. Your hotel is located within walking distance of the terminal.
You will be reunited with any luggage that was shipped from Cape Town.
DAY 6
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Check out time is 11:00am. You will be assisted on the walk to the Johannesburg Airport terminal based on your flight schedule. Should you have a late flight, luggage storage will be available at the hotel or alternatively you may wish to purchase an extra night to guarantee a room for the day.
Land Program Details Step by Step:
•The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direct flights are never guaranteed.
•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•Departure assistance is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program.
DAY 1
9:30am Disembark in Cape Town
9:45am Transfer to your overnight hotel via a city orientation tour
12:45pm Approximate arrival at your hotel
2:00pm Official check-in time
Spend the afternoon and evening at leisure
Lunch and dinner are on your own
Overnight at the Victoria And Alfred Hotel
Day 2 – timings subject to change based on flight details. Below is an example itinerary
From 6:30am Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and check-out
10:00am Transfer to Cape Town’s airport
10:45am Check-in for a flight to Victoria Falls
12:45pm Flight Cape Town to Victoria Falls (flight details TBA and subject to change)
A very light snack is served on board
5:15pm Arrival in Victoria Falls, transfer to your hotel
6:00pm Check-in
6:30pm Transfer from hotel to Zambezi River and jetty
8:30pm Depart on 2-hour sunset boat cruise on Zambezi River
8:30pm After your cruise, return to hotel and freshen up prior to dinner
9:00pm Informal dinner at hotel (Jungle Junction restaurant or similar)
Overnight at Victoria Falls Hotel
DAY 3
8:00am After breakfast and check-out, transfer to the rain forest
8:30am Guided tour of the Falls – Zimbabwe side
10:30am Drive cross border (visa required) to Kasane and onto Chobe
12:30pm Approximate arrival at Chobe Game Lodge
Enjoy lunch followed by check-in formalities
2:00pm Time to freshen up and enjoy your surroundings
3:30pm Afternoon tea
4:00pm Afternoon game drive
7:00pm Dinner at the lodge
Overnight at Chobe Game Lodge
DAY 4
6:00am Wake-up call
6:30am Breakfast
7:00am Morning game drive
12:30pm Enjoy lunch followed by free time (consider a spa treatment or free time at the pool)
3:30pm Afternoon tea
4:00pm Afternoon river cruise
7:00pm Dinner at the lodge
Overnight at Chobe Game Lodge
DAY 5 – timings subject to change based on flight details. Below is an example itinerary
6:00am Wake-up call
6:30am Breakfast
7:00am Morning game drive time permitting
11:00am Check-out and transfer to the Kasane Airport
12:00pm Check-in for a flight to Johannesburg
2:00pm Flight from Kasane to Johannesburg (flight details TBA and subject to change)
A very light snack is served on board
3:45pm Arrival at Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport
4:30pm You are met and accompanied on a short walk to your airport-based hotel for overnight
The evening and dinner are at leisure
Overnight at the InterContinental OR Tambo Hotel or similar
DAY 6
From 6:30am Breakfast at your hotel
11:00am Check out time at the hotel
TBA Assistance to the Johannesburg airport terminal for your onwards flight. You will be met based on the flight details provided. For guests with late flights, luggage storage is available at the hotel until your meeting time.
Extra Nights:
All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the same hotel used on the LAST NIGHT of your program.
If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be accompanied to the airport terminal per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 11:00am (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 5 of your program.
Transfers: All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that arrangements for assistance can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, assistance will not be arranged.
Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers and assistance are not included.
Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 11:00am. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.
PLEASE NOTE
*This is a malaria risk area. Make sure that the necessary medication has been taken. Guests should seek their physicians’ advice regarding malaria precautions and other recommended immunizations. You must begin taking malaria precautions prior to your departure date.
*The contents and order of the activities in this program are subject to change by the lodge management without prior notice, due to the prevailing weather conditions and movement of dangerous wildlife in the Chobe National Park.
*The roads in the game reserve are gravel. There are also inclines, and certain parts of the game drive can be bumpy. This program is not recommended for guests with back problems.
*Bring warm clothing, as the evenings and early mornings are chilly.
*This program is not fully guided. Local representatives will assist you with your transfers and you will have a guide at Victoria Falls, however, the game drive and Chobe River cruise at the lodge and is run solely and at the discretion by the lodge/hotel staff.
*The water levels at Victoria Falls are season dependent. ‘Low Water’ runs between August and January and is at its lowest between November and early December. This is the time when there is very little spray and visitors are able to fully appreciate the geological formation of Victoria Falls and the full length and breadth of them.
Expected Weather:
South Africa’s seasons are the reverse of those in the northern hemisphere. Midwinter is in June and midsummer at hottest temperatures in December and January. The climate varies from region to region but is generally mild throughout the year. The average daily temperature is 30°C and nighttime temperatures can drop to approximately 14°C.
The arrival of the rains trigger a dispersal of game from the Chobe River area but the warm, rainy December to March summer months are the best time to visit Chobe for bird watching, the impala birthing season (great for predators!) and to see the Savute zebra migration.
In Zimbabwe and Botswana, during summer (October – April), days are hot and generally sunny in the morning with possible afternoon thunderstorms. Daytime temperatures can rise to 30ºC (86 ºF) and night temperatures drop to around 14ºC (57.2 ºF) - 16ºC (60.8 ºF). The temperatures given are those for the main centers but it is considerably warmer all year round in the low-lying areas such as Kariba, Victoria Falls, and the Zambezi Valley. The rainy season runs from November to March, although the Eastern Highlands are damp for most of the year.
What to Bring:
Light cotton tops and cotton trousers and shorts in summer. Safari trousers and warm fleece tops for evenings and cooler days. Swimwear, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes, camera, film and chargers, personal toiletries and anti-malaria prophylaxis.
Currency:
The monetary unit of South Africa is the Rand. All major credit cards are accepted at most establishments, although Visa and Mastercard are the most widely accepted cards.
In Zimbabwe, the unit of currency is the US Dollar
Credit card payments in Zimbabwe are subject to change on a daily basis. Currently, as only Visa cards are widely accepted here so we recommend that you travel with a small amount of US Dollars or SA Rand in cash, in small denominations, to pay for incidental expenses.
Electricity:
South Africa’s electrical system is 220/230 volts A/C 50 cycles. Most hotels have hair dryers and plug adaptors in the bedrooms however we recommend bringing your own travel adaptor if you are bringing electric devices. Be aware that overnight charging may not be possible where generator use restricts the availability of electricity.
Outlets in Zimbabwe require a three-pronged adapter plug with 3 round prongs
Luggage:
CHECKED LUGGAGE
For your economy class internal flights:
*Passengers are permitted to check-in one piece of luggage at a maximum of 23 kg (50 lbs.) and maximum dimension of 158 cm (62 inches) - subject to change by airline
*Excess luggage fees will be paid directly to the airline at the check in counter by guests however should you wish, a maximum of 1 additional piece of luggage per person (23kg/ 50 lbs) can be shipped to Johannesburg where you will be reunited with it on Day 5.
HAND LUGGAGE
For all flights:
*Passengers are permitted to travel with one piece of hand luggage not exceeding 8 kg (18 lbs.) and a dimension of 56 cm (22 inches) length, 36 cm (14 inches) width and 23 cm (9 inches) height.
*All hand luggage must be of a size that fits under the seat in front of you or in one of the overhead lockers.
Alternatively, you may wish to contact Luggage Forward to make your own luggage transfer arrangements (at own cost) from the ship to your home - www.luggageforward.com Phone: 877-231-5131
Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has their own regulations)
1. Guests must obtain a Doctor’s Certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.
2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)
3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at RSSC at least one month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).
4. Failure to comply with the above regulations may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which Regent Seven Seas Cruises nor our local ground operator be responsible for.
Documents and Visa Requirements:
*Citizens of the United States do not require visas for Botswana.
*Citizens of the United States and Canada require a visa for Zimbabwe. These can be obtained upon arrival at the Victoria Falls Airport. Visas are payable only in cash and are approximately $75 USD per person (subject to change)
*Please note that the above information regarding visas is current and is subject to change should the Zimbabwe Government and Customs implement new rules and tariffs.
*Two consecutive clear or blank pages are required in your passport per entry into South Africa and Zimbabwe therefore you should have at least 6 blank pages.
*Passports should also be valid for more than 6 months at the time of travel.
Please consult your local South African embassy for all the visa requirements pertaining to South Africa for your nationality and in particular for this land program.
VERY IMPORTANT – The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.
Failure to have the required documents ahead of time will result in denial of travel and guests will have to pay for any expenses incurred in order to not proceed with the program.
Accommodation:
Victoria and Alfred Hotel Cape Town
Dock Road, Waterfront
Phone: 021 419 6677
The Victoria Falls Hotel
1, Mallet Drive, Victoria Falls, PO Box 10, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Phone: +263 83 284 4751
Chobe Game Lodge
Chobe National Park, Kasane, Botswana
Phone: +27 11 438 4650
Intercontinental OR Tambo Hotel
Located in the OR Tambo Airport
1 O R Tambo Airport, O.R. Tambo, Johannesburg, 1619, South Africa
Phone: +27 11 961 5400
*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.
PROGRAM INCLUDES:
*1 night at the Victoria and Alfred Hotel or similar hotel in Cape Town including breakfast (Piazza facing Room)
*I night at the Victoria Falls Hotel or similar including breakfast (Deluxe Central Room)
*2 nights at Chobe Game Lodge (Suite) including all meals and activities while on site and 2 local drinks per person at meals
*1 night at the Intercontinental OR Tambo Hotel in Johannesburg on a bed & breakfast basis or similar hotel (standard double room)
*1 dinner in Victoria Falls, including two local drinks per person
*Meet & Greet service at Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport
*Transfers where required in luxury air-conditioned vehicles
*Registered English-speaking tour guide on transfers where required
*Guided tour at Victoria Falls and orientation tour in Cape Town
*Luggage storage of up to 1 bag per person in Cape Town from Days 2 – 5 and shipment by courier to Johannesburg
*Porterage, allowing for a maximum of 2 pieces per person
*Mineral water on transfers (1 per person)
*Scheduled domestic flights in economy class per the itinerary – direct flights not guaranteed
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so airport assistance can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
PROGRAM EXCLUDES:
*Any other meals and beverages not listed in the program including premium-brand drinks
*Personal expenses and hotel incidentals including mini bar, laundry and room service as well as spa services
*Gratuities to drivers, guides, rangers, trackers, lodge staff
*Visa fees
*Any other services not mentioned above
*Excess or overweight luggage fees on flights
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.
Price: $4,899 per guest based on double occupancy.
Land program promotions are per person for guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program only, subject to terms.
Sample extraordinary wines throughout the Cape Winelands, observe colonies of fur seals and African penguins and meander through a botanical garden on the slopes of Table Mountain.
DAY 1
After disembarking in Cape Town, you will meet your guide for a brief city orientation tour en-route to your hotel.
Upon arriving at your hotel, the remainder of the day and evening will be at your leisure with lunch and dinner on your own.
Hotel check-in is 2:00pm. Although every effort will be made to have rooms ready before this time, this cannot be guaranteed, however, luggage can be stored at Reception so you can begin exploring Cape Town right away. Consider a stroll to the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, where shops, restaurants and entertainment are abundant.
DAY 2
Following breakfast, you will board a coach for a full-day tour to the scenic Cape Winelands.
The day will start with a drive through the university town of Stellenbosch, followed by an informal wine tasting at one of the nearby wine farms.
You will then continue to a second wine estate in the Stellenbosch and Franschhoek wine region, where a traditional South African braai (BBQ) lunch will be served with locally produced wines.
Following lunch, enjoy free time to explore the estate and the option to purchase some wine before transferring to the town of Franschhoek.
During free time in Franschhoek, you might browse the many quaint shops and the Huguenot Memorial and Museum.
After returning to Cape Town in the afternoon, the remainder of the day will be at your leisure with dinner on your own.
DAY 3
Following breakfast at your hotel, you will embark on a scenic drive to Hout Bay Harbour, passing through the suburbs of Green Point and Sea Point to Camps Bay, and continuing along the Atlantic seaboard.
Upon arriving in the small fishing village of Hout Bay, you will embark on a 45-minute cruise to Duiker Island Seal Colony, where you can view thousands of wild Cape Fur Seals close up in their beautiful natural habitat.
From Hout Bay, you will pass by Chapman's Peak Drive (provided the road is open) and proceed onto Simon’s Town to visit the African penguin colony at Boulders Beach.
Afterwards, you will enjoy a fresh seafood lunch at Seaforth Restaurant before driving to Fish Hoek and continuing on to the colorful fishing harbor of Kalk Bay before turning on to Boyes Drive, which offers magnificent views of Muizenberg and False Bay.
Your drive will conclude with a visit to the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain. The sprawling gardens contain 4, 580 species of indigenous plants. Following a leisurely stroll amidst these lovely surroundings, you will re-board your coach for the return drive to the quayside. En route, you will pass by the University of Cape Town, Rhodes Memorial, Mostert's Mill and famous Groote Schuur Hospital.
Make sure you are hungry for dinner as this evening you will join the group again for an African-themed Farewell Dinner at GOLD Restaurant, which includes an immersive 14-dish “taste-safari” and optional inter-active drumming. The tasting menu is designed to be enjoyed in a shared style and throughout the meal you will be learn about the country of origin, cooking techniques and spicing of each dish, which all have vegan or vegetarian options). No doubt you will be swept up in the excitement as African stories are told through live entertainment while you dine including singing, puppetry and dancing to the beat of the djembe drums.
Following this lively dinner experience, you will return to your hotel.
DAY 4
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel. Check-out time from the hotel is 11:00am. If a late check-out is required due to a late outbound flight, one cannot be guaranteed unless your room is booked for another night. Transfers will be arranged according to the flight details provided within 14 days of sailing. The transfer is about 30-40 minutes depending on traffic.
Land Program Details Step by Step
•The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion.
•All program details including timings indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.
•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•A departure transfer is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program.
DAY 1
9:15am Disembark in Cape Town
10:00am Tour city en-route to your hotel
1:00pm Arrive at your hotel
2:00pm Check in at your hotel
Afternoon at leisure. Lunch and dinner are on your own
Overnight at The Southern Sun Cullinan or asimilar hotel
DAY 2
From 6:30am Breakfast at your hotel
8:45am Depart for the Winelands
9:30am Drive through the town of Stellenbosch
10:00am Wine tasting in Stellenbosch
11:15am Transfer to a wine estate in Stellenbosch or Franschhoek
11:45am Arrive at wine estate for tasting and a traditional braai – BBQ
2:00pm Depart forFranschhoek
2:30pm Free time to explore Franschhoek
3:30pm Depart for Cape Town
4:30pm Arrive at your hotel
Spend the remainder of the day at leisure. Dinner on your own
Overnight at The Southern Sun Cullinan or a similar hotel
DAY 3
6:30am Breakfast at your hotel
8:30am Depart on a scenic drive along Atlantic Seaboard to Hout Bay
9:45am Embark a boat for your cruise to Seal Island
10:00am Duiker Island Seal Colony cruise
10:45am Return to Hout Bay harbor, browse through the craft stalls
11:10am Drive over Chapman’s Peak to Simon’s Town
12:00pm Arrive in Simon’s Town
Visit the African penguins at Boulders Beach
1:00pm Walk to Seaforth Restaurant for lunch
2:30pm Transfer to Kirstenbosch Gardens
3:30pm Stroll through Kirstenbosch Gardens
4:30pm Depart for your hotel
5:30pm Arrive at your hotel
Time at leisure
From 7:30pm Transfers depart for Welcome Dinner at GOLD Restaurant
9:30pm Return transfer/s to hotel
Overnight at The Southern Sun Cullinan or a similar hotel
DAY 4
6:30-10am Breakfast at your hotel
11:00am Check-out from your hotel
TBA Transfer to the Cape Town International Airport based on your flight time
Luggage storage is available for guests with late-departing flights
Extra Nights:
All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the LAST NIGHT of your land program
If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 11:00am (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 4 of your program.
Transfers: All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.
Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.
Should you have a late-departing flight, you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 11:00am. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.
Expected Weather
The first month of the summer, December, is a warm month in Cape Town, with average temperatures ranging between min 16.3°C (61.3°F) and max 24.3°C (75.7°F).
What to Bring
Light cotton tops, cotton trousers and shorts. Trousers and warm fleece tops for evenings and cooler days. A hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes, camera, film and batteries, chargers.
Local Currency
The monetary unit of South Africa is the Rand. All major credit cards are accepted at most establishments, although Visa and Mastercard are the most widely accepted cards.
Electricity
South Africa’s electrical system is 220/230 volts A/C 50 cycles. Most hotels have hair dryers and plug adaptors in the bedrooms however we recommend bringing a universal travel adaptor for electric devices.
Documents and Visa Requirements
South African Immigration requires that you have at least 2 consecutive double-blank pages in your passport, or entry to the country could be denied. Passports should also be valid for more than 6 months at the time of travel. Please consult your local embassy for all visa requirements pertaining to South Africa for your nationality.
Hotel
The Southern Sun Cullinan
1 Cullinan Street, Cape Town City Centre
Phone: +27 21 415 4000
*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards, and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.
Program Includes:
•Three nights at Southern Sun Cullinan Hotel or similar (Standard Room) including breakfast
•Touring in an air-conditioned vehicle with English-speaking driver and qualified guide
•Winelands tour, including wine tasting and BBQ lunch with local beverages / wine
•Cape Peninsula tour including Seal Island Cruise, Chapman’s Peak Drive, Boulders Beach entrance, 3-course seafood lunch with two beverages and Kirstenbosch Gardens entry
•Welcome Dinner on Day 3 at GOLD Restaurant inclusive of 2 drinks per person (mineral water, soft drink, house wine or local beer)
•Hotel to airport transfers by sedan or van, with driver only
•1 x airport representative on Day 4
•1 x full-day Hospitality Desk at Cullinan Hotel – Date TBA
•Bottled mineral water on board touring vehicle
•Porterage allowing for a maximum of 2 suitcases per person
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program Excludes:
•Personal expenses
•Additional beverages and meals not mentioned in the itinerary
•Gratuities for drivers and guides
•Hotel incidentals including mini bar, laundry and room service
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, gravel and natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change.
Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.
Price: $1,399 per guest based on double occupancy.
Land program promotions are per person for guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program only, subject to terms.
Enjoy an up-close unobstructed view of Africa’s most iconic animals on several game drives into the bush. This Lodge is located along the Garden Route which is approximately 3-4 hours by motor coach from Cape Town therefore no flight is necessary.
SANBONA GAME RESERVE: DWYKA LODGE
The 54,000-hectare Sanbona Wildlife Reserve in the Little Karoo is home to the only free-range white lions in South Africa. The historic predator release means that for the first time in over 200 years, lion and cheetah can once again be seen in the Klein Karoo, making Sanbona the first private game reserve in the Western Cape to play host to free-roaming big cats. Beautifully appointed tents exude an atmosphere of pioneering adventure in a vast and hidden landscape. Dwyka Lodge is surrounded by awe-inspiring rock formations which was once the home of ancient Khoisan hunters. Situated on a horseshoe bend of a dry Karoo ravine, the lodge with 9 luxury tents has a Relaxation Retreat, communal lounge with fireplace and TV, wine cellar and open air boma.
Day 1
Upon disembarkation, transfer overland to your safari destination. Upon arrival at the lodge, enjoy lunch followed by check-in formalities.
After lunch enjoy some free time and later in the afternoon you will gather in the main lodge for your open vehicle game drive.
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight. Overnight at your selected establishment.
Day 2
You will spend the entire day at your selected establishment, where two game activities and all meals are included.
Day 3
After one last morning game drive or a horse back safari and breakfast, complete check-out formalities at the lodge and transfer back to Cape Town and onto your overnight hotel (lunch pack included). The remainder of the evening is at your leisure and dinner is on your own.
Day 4
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Check out time is 11:00am. You will be transferred to the airport based on your flight schedule. Should you have a late flight, luggage storage will be available at the hotel or alternatively you may wish to purchase an extra night to guarantee a room for the day.
Please note:
-The contents and order of activities in this program are subject to change by the lodge management without prior notice, due to the prevailing weather conditions and movement of dangerous wildlife on the reserve.
-Whilst this is a safari area, the animals are wild and so sightings cannot be guaranteed.
-During early morning game drives in open vehicles it can be a little cool. We recommend that guests take along a windbreaker.
-During the day, it can get extremely hot. The game drive vehicles are not covered – and guests are therefore exposed to the elements. Guests are therefore advised not to forget their sunhats, sun block, sunglasses, as well as their cameras and binoculars.
-The roads in the game reserve are gravel. There are also inclines and certain parts of the game-drive can be bumpy. Not recommended for guests with back & neck problems or pregnant ladies.
-This program is suitable for guests with walking disabilities, providing that a travel companion or spouse accompanies them. Please also note that confirmation would be strictly subject to availability of handicapped rooms at the time of booking.
-No children under 6 years of age are allowed on safari.
-This program is not fully guided. Local representatives will assist you with your transfers however, the program at the lodge and hotel is run solely and at the discretion by the lodge/hotel staff.
Land Program Details Step by Step:
•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. All program timings are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.
•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•A departure transfer is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program.
DAY 1
8:30am Disembark the ship and drive to your safari destination
12:30pm Arrival at safari destination (check-in time at 2:00pm)
1:00pm Arrive in the Welcome lounge and then transfer to lodge – lunch followed by check-in
3:00pm Afternoon game drive
6:00pm Return to the lodge
7:00pm Dinner at lodge
Overnight at Sanbona Dwyka Lodge
DAY 2
5:30am Wake-up call and hot tea and coffee served at main lodge
6:00am Morning game drive
9:00am Return to lodge for breakfast
12:00pm Lunch
3:00pm Afternoon game drive
6:00pm Return to the lodge
7:00pm Dinner at lodge
Overnight at Sanbona Dwyka Lodge
DAY 3
5:30am Wake-up call and hot tea and coffee served at main lodge
6:00am Morning game drive
9:00am Return to lodge for breakfast
11:00am Check-out time from lodge
11:30am Depart lodge by road for Cape Town - light lunch pack included for the drive
3:30pm Approximate arrival in Cape Town and at your hotel. Check-in.
Evening at leisure, dinner on own
Overnight at the Westin Hotel or similar hotel
DAY 4
AM Breakfast at the hotel
11:00am Check out
Transfers will be arranged to the Cape Town International Airport based on your flight details. Should you have a late flight, luggage storage will be available at the hotel or alternatively you may wish to purchase an extra night.
Extra Nights:
All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the LAST NIGHT of your land program
If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 11:00am (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 4 of your program.
Transfers: All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.
Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.
Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 11:00am. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.
Expected Weather:
South Africa’s seasons are the reverse of those in the northern hemisphere. Midwinter is June and midsummer is December and January. The climate varies from region to region but is generally mild throughout the year. Expect it to be hot during the day and much cooler in the evenings.
What to Bring:
Light cotton tops and cotton trousers and shorts in summer. Safari trousers and warm fleece tops for evenings and cooler days. Also, bring swimwear, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes, camera, film and batteries, personal toiletries.
Currency:
The monetary unit of South Africa is the Rand, divided into cents and abbreviated as R and c. All major credit cards are accepted at most establishments, although Visa and Mastercard are the most widely accepted cards.
Electricity:
South Africa’s electrical system is 220/230 volts A/C 50 cycles. Most hotels have hair dryers and plug adaptors in the bedrooms however we recommend brining your own travel adaptor for electrical devices.
Luggage:
There are no flights so there are no restrictions for luggage although porterage is included for up to 2 bags per person.
Documents and Visa Requirements:
South African Immigrations requires that you have at least two consecutive double-blank pages in your passport, or entry to the country may be denied. Passports should also be valid for more than 6 months at the time of travel. Please consult your local embassy for all of the visa requirements pertaining to South Africa.
Accommodations:
Westin Hotel Cape Town
Convention Square, Lower Long St, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
Phone: +27 21 412 9999
Sanbona Dwyka Lodge
Route 62, Montagu, 6720, South Africa
Phone: +27 21 010 0028
* If a hotel is substituted due to an unforeseen situation, it will be of equal ratings and standards and guests will be notified. If no change notification is received prior to travel, then guests will stay at the hotel listed.
Program Includes:
*One night at the Westin Hotel – deluxe room (Bed &Breakfast)
*Two nights at Sanbona Dwyka Lodge (Tented suite) including full board - all meals & game drives daily
*Two local beverages during meals at Safari establishment
*Light lunch pack on Day 3 for the return drive to Cape Town
* Transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle and local English-speaking guide
*Bottled mineral water on board touring vehicle
*Porterage, allowing for a maximum of 2 pieces per person
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program excludes:
*Personal expenses such as telephone calls; curio shop purchases; laundry, hotel incidentals etc.
*Additional beverages and meals not mentioned in the itinerary
*Visa fees
*Tips to drivers, luggage porters, tour guides and safari guides
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty.
Price: $1,999 per guest based on double occupancy.
Land program promotions are per person for guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program only, subject to terms.
Double your adventure by visiting two vastly different game reserves and lodges, and head into the bush to observe iconic wildlife on as many as 8 safaris—an opportunity that conventional 3-night programs can’t match.
GORAH ELEPHANT CAMP:
Experience the adventure and romantic mystique of an authentic African safari reminiscent of centuries past. Gorah Elephant Camp is a luxurious tented camp, with a gracious manor house overlooking a waterhole teeming with game in the heart of the Addo National Park. Each of the 11 tents at Gorah has its own private deck offering a panoramic view of the endless savannah plains. The plush interior of the tent is enhanced through the simplicity and the authenticity of solar-power lighting and ceiling fans. The en suite bathroom with vanities and shower is discreetly situated to allow for complete privacy.
SHAMWARI GAME RESERVE: Long Lee Manor
The historical Manor House dating back to 1910 offers uncompromised luxury in an unprecedented setting. This lodge boasts Edwardian styled suites and a beautiful rim-flow pool. Its manicured gardens, pools and ponds, terraces and verandas all overlook the magnificent plains teeming with wildlife. Your “Plains Room” has a veranda and outdoor shower as well as an en-suite bathroom with bath and shower.
Note: This program ends in Cape Town therefore departure flights must be out of the Cape Town International Airport.
Special Note: Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.
Program details and number of game drives subject to change based on flight details.
Day 1
After disembarking the ship in Cape Town, you will be met and transferred to the Cape Town International Airport for a domestic flight to Port Elizabeth. On arrival at Port Elizabeth Airport, you will transfer 1.5 - 2 hours by road to your first safari destination – Gorah Elephant Camp.
Gorah is the only private concession and Camp situated in the middle of the famous Addo Elephant National Park, home to the densest population of elephants on earth. Gorah is malaria-free and is home to the Big 5.
Depending on the time of arrival, you will enjoy lunch and then free time at the lodge. In the afternoon, you will gather in the main lodge for tea followed by an open-vehicle game drive. Later, you will return to the lodge for dinner and to spend the evening.
NOTE: Activities and meals on this day are subject to your flight time
Day 2
You will spend the entire day at Gorah Elephant Camp, where two game drives and all meals are included.
Day 3
After one last game drive and breakfast at Gorah Elephant Camp, collect your belongings and check out. A local representative will meet and accompany you to your second safari destination – Shamwari Game Reserve and Long Lee Manor, about an hour and 20-minute drive away.
Shamwari, meaning “my friend” in Shona, is the pinnacle of private game reserves and home to the coveted Big 5. A stay at Shamwari Private Game Reserve is one that will remain with you forever. Due to its location in the heart of the Eastern Cape, the reserve offers abundant wildlife, fauna and flora exclusive to the area and unforgettable encounters with nature.
Upon arrival, check in, enjoy lunch and have time to freshen up and check out your surroundings. Later in the day head out for an evening game drive in 4x4 vehicles. Following your game drive dinner will be served in the manor house.
Day 4
You will spend the entire day on the Shamwari Game Reserve, where two game drives and all meals are included.
Day 5
Depending on your flight time, you may or may not have time for a morning game drive. After breakfast and check-out formalities, transfer back to the Port Elizabeth Airport and depart on a domestic flight to Cape Town. On arrival at Cape Town International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for the evening. The remainder of the day is at your leisure and dinner is on your own.
NOTE: Activities and meals on this day are subject to your flight time
*Guests on Splendor's December 06, 2024 sailing will enjoy a Christmas meal on this day - either lunch or dinner at the hotel depending on arrival flight time.
Day 6
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Check out time is 11:00am. You will be transferred to the airport based on your flight schedule. Should you have a late flight, luggage storage will be available at the hotel or alternatively you may wish to purchase an extra night to guarantee a room for the day.
Please note:
-The contents and order of activities in this program are subject to change by the lodge management without prior notice, due to the prevailing weather conditions and movement of dangerous wildlife on the reserve.
-Whilst this is a safari area, the animals are wild and so sightings cannot be guaranteed.
-During early morning game drives in open vehicles it can be a little cool. We recommend that guests take along a windbreaker.
-During the day, it can get extremely hot. The game drive vehicles are not covered – and guests are therefore exposed to the elements. Guests are therefore advised not to forget their sunhats, sun block, sunglasses, as well as their cameras and binoculars.
-The roads in the game reserve are gravel. There are also inclines and certain parts of the game-drive can be bumpy. Not recommended for guests with back & neck problems or pregnant ladies.
-This program is suitable for guests with walking disabilities, providing that a travel companion or spouse accompanies them. Please also note that confirmation would be strictly subject to availability of handicapped rooms at the time of booking.
-No children under 6 years of age are allowed on safari.
-This program is not fully guided. Local representatives will assist you with your transfers however, the program at the lodge and hotel is run solely and at the discretion by the lodge/hotel staff.
Land Program Details Step by Step:
•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direct flights are never guaranteed.
•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•A departure transfer is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program.
DAY 1
TBA Disembark the ship and transfer to the Cape Town International Airport
TBA Check-in for flight to Port Elizabeth (flight details TBA and subject to change)
TBA Flight - 1 hour & 30 minutes: Cape Town – Port Elizabeth
TBA Arrive Port Elizabeth Airport and transfer (1.5 - 2 hours) to your safari destination
TBA Arrival at safari destination
TBA Afternoon tea (time permitting)
TBA Afternoon game drive (dependent on flight time)
TBA Return to the lodge
TBA Dinner at your lodge
Overnight at Gorah Elephant Lodge
DAY 2
5:30am Wake-up call
6:00am Hot tea and coffee served at main lodge
6:30am Morning game drive
9:00am Breakfast
12:00pm Lunch
3:30pm Afternoon tea
4:00pm Afternoon game drive
7:30pm Return to the lodge
8:00pm Dinner at lodge
Overnight at Gorah Elephant Camp
DAY 3
5:30am Wake-up call
6:00am Hot tea and coffee served at main lodge
6:30am Morning game drive
9:00am Breakfast
11:00am Transfer to your second game reserve
12:30pm Lunch on arrival
2:00pm Check in and free time
4:00pm Afternoon game drive
7:30pm Return to the manor house
8:00pm Dinner at the manor house
Overnight at Long Lee Manor
DAY 4
5:30am Wake-up call
6:00am Hot tea and coffee served in the manor house
6:30am Morning game drive
9:00am Breakfast
12:00pm Lunch
3:30pm Afternoon tea
4:00pm Afternoon game drive
7:30pm Return to the manor
8:00pm Dinner at the manor
Overnight at Long Lee Manor
DAY 5
TBA Depending on flight time you may or may not have time for a morning game drive
TBA Breakfast & gather belongings
TBA Check-out time from lodge
TBA Transfer 1.5 - 2 hours to Port Elizabeth Airport
TBA Check-in for flight to Cape Town
TBA Flight 1 hour & 30 minutes: Port Elizabeth – Cape Town (flight details TBA and subject to change)
TBA Arrive Cape Town International Airport and transfer 30 minutes to your hotel
Dinner is on your own
Overnight at the Westin Cape Town or similar hotel
*Guests on Splendor's December 06, 2024 sailing will enjoy a Christmas meal on this day - either lunch or dinner at the hotel depending on arrival flight time.
DAY 6
AM Breakfast at the hotel
11:00am Check out
Transfers will be arranged to the Cape Town International Airport based on your flight details. Should you have a late flight, luggage storage will be available at the hotel or alternatively you may wish to purchase an extra night.
Extra Nights:
•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the same hotel used on the LAST NIGHT of your program.
•When you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 11:00am (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 6 of your program.
Transfers:
•All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.
•Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.
•Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 11:00am. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.
Expected Weather:
South Africa’s seasons are the reverse of those in the northern hemisphere. Midwinter is June and midsummer is December and January. The climate varies from region to region but is generally mild throughout the year. Expect it to be hot during the day and much cooler in the evenings.
What to Bring:
Light cotton tops and cotton trousers and shorts in summer. Safari trousers and warm fleece tops for evenings and cooler days. Also, bring swimwear, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes, camera, film and batteries, personal toiletries.
Currency:
The monetary unit of South Africa is the Rand, divided into cents and abbreviated as R and c. All major credit cards are accepted at most establishments, although Visa and Mastercard are the most widely accepted cards.
Electricity:
South Africa’s electrical system is 220/230 volts A/C 50 cycles. Most hotels have hair dryers and plug adaptors in the bedrooms however we suggest you bring your own travel adaptors if you are bringing electronic devices.
Luggage:
On the flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth and vice versa, guests are permitted to check-in 1 piece of luggage at a maximum of 23 kg (50 lbs.) and maximum dimension of 158 cm (62 inches).
Excess luggage (up to 2 pieces of luggage per person) will be stored in Cape Town for the duration of the program. You will be reunited with it on Day 5 when you return to Cape Town. Please pack accordingly for this and limit the luggage you take on the safari to 1 piece per person.
Overweight or excess bags not stored and brought on the safari will be at the expense of the guest.
Passengers are permitted to travel with one piece of hand luggage not exceeding 8 kg (18 lbs.) and a dimension of 56 cm (22 inches) length, 36 cm (14 inches) width and 23 cm (9 inches) height. If the hand luggage does not conform to the size specified, passengers may be denied entry into the departure area or sent back to the check-in counter.
Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has their own regulations)
1. Guests must obtain a Doctor’s Certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.
2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)
3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at RSSC at least one month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).
4. Failure to comply with the above regulations may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which Regent Seven Seas Cruises nor our local ground operator be responsible for.
Documents and Visa Requirements:
South African Immigrations requires that you have at least two consecutive double-blank pages in your passport, or entry to the country may be denied. Passports should also be valid for more than 6 months at the time of travel. Please consult your local embassy for all visa requirements pertaining to South Africa.
VERY IMPORTANT – The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.
Failure to have the required documents ahead of time or incorrect names on flight tickets will result in either denial of travel or ticket re-purchase and guests will be responsible for any fees incurred.
Accommodations:
Westin Hotel Cape Town
Convention Square, Lower Long St, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa
Phone: +27 21 412 9999
Gorah Elephant Camp
Addo Heights Road, Addo, 6600, South Africa
Phone: +27 42 235 1123
Shamwari Game Reserve – Long Lee Manor
Paterson, 6130, South Africa
* If a hotel is substituted due to an unforeseen situation, it will be of equal ratings and standards and guests will be notified. If no change notification is received prior to travel, then guests will stay at the hotels listed.
Program Includes:
*Two nights at Gorah Elephant Camp (Luxury Tent) including full board - all meals, beverages & game drives
*Two nights at Shamwari Long Lee Manor (Plains Room) including full board - all meals, beverages & game drives
*One night at The Westin Hotel or similar hotel – deluxe room (Bed &Breakfast)
*Transfers
*Bottled mineral water on board transfer vehicles
*Domestic economy class flights - Cape Town - Port Elizabeth – Cape Town
* Excess luggage storage in Cape Town from Days 1 - 5 – maximum 2 pieces of luggage per person
*Luggage transfer from the ship to hotel in Cape Town on Day 1
*Porterage, allowing for a maximum of 2 pieces per person
*Lunch pack Day 5
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program excludes:
*Personal expenses such as telephone calls; curio shop purchases; laundry, hotel incidentals etc.
*Additional beverages and meals not mentioned in the itinerary
*Visa fees if required
*Excess or overweight luggage fees
*Gratuities to drivers, luggage porters, tour guides and safari guides
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.
Price: $5,399 per guest based on double occupancy.
Land program promotions are per person for guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program only, subject to terms.
Observe iconic African wildlife in Aquila Game Reserve, enjoy breathtaking views of Cape Town from atop Table Mountain and spend another day exploring the city on your own – all immensely fulfilling experiences.
DAY 1
Disembark in Cape Town and meet your tour guide for a tour and transfer to your hotel. En-route, visit Table Mountain, the city’s most celebrated landmark!
Travel up Kloof Nek, the saddle between Table Mountain and Lions Head, to the lower cableway station. Ascend from the Valley Station (363 m) to the Mountain Station (1 060 m) in a Swiss engineered Rotair cable car. The journey from the base to the summit takes just under 4 minutes and one can enjoy spectacular views, as the floor of the car rotates 360 degrees during the ascent and descent.
Table Mountain gets her name from the flat-topped central massif of the mountain, which, viewed from the city, is surrounded by Devil’s Peak on the left, Lion’s Head on the right and Signal Hill in the foreground. They form a sort of amphitheater that encloses the city center and some of the older suburbs. Other earlier suburbs are on either side of the chain of mountains, which run like a spine through the Cape Peninsula, from Table Mountain to Cape Point – the cape from which Cape Town gets its name.
From the summit, the natural protected area stretching from Signal Hill to Cape Point has been managed under the custodianship of the National Parks Board. This area has one of the highest concentrations of endemic plant and animal species in any area of its size, containing a staggering 2 285 plant species – more than the entire U.K.
Upon descent, re-board your vehicle and transfer to your hotel. Check-in on arrival (official check-in time is 2:00pm). Although every effort will be made to have rooms available before this time this cannot be guaranteed.
Spend the afternoon at leisure. Consider a stroll to the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront where shops, restaurants and entertainment are plenty. Lunch and dinner are on your own.
Note: the cable car ride to the top of Table Mountain is weather dependent. If not possible due to high winds a stop will be made at a viewing area near the cable car base for photos.
DAY 2
Following an early breakfast at your hotel, depart on a 2.5-hour road transfer to Aquila Game Reserve or similar. Enjoy a welcome drink on arrival, followed by a 4 x 4 game drive, with an experienced nature guide. Thereafter, sit down to a delicious buffet lunch including two local beverages. After some free time to browse through the well-stocked curio shop, depart for a return transfer to Cape Town.
The remainder of the day will be at your leisure and dinner is on your own.
DAY 3
Spend today at leisure, exploring the beautiful ‘Mother City’ at your own pace. Consider a ferry trip to Robben Island (individually made pre-bookings are essential via the Robben Island Ferry website), an open Red Top bus trip to numerous destinations, a hike up Lion’s Head, Wine tasting in the Winelands, or simply visiting numerous attractive beaches such as Camps Bay, Blouberg Beach or similar.
Make sure you are hungry for dinner as this evening you will join the group again for an African themed Farewell Dinner at GOLD Restaurant which includes an immersive 14-dish “taste-safari” and optional inter-active drumming. The tasting menu is designed to be enjoyed in a shared style and throughout the meal you will be learn about the country of origin, cooking techniques and spicing of each dish. (All meat, poultry and fish dishes come with vegan or vegetarian options). No doubt you will be swept up in the excitement as African stories are told through live entertainment while you dine including singing, puppetry and dancing to the beat of the djembe drums.
Following this lively dinner experience, you will be returned to your hotel.
DAY 4
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel. The official check-out time from the hotel is at 11:00am. If a late check-out is required due to a late outbound flight, one cannot be guaranteed unless your room is booked for another night. Transfers will be arranged according to the flight details provided within 14 days of sailing. The transfer is approximately 30-40 minutes depending on traffic.
Land Program Details Step by Step:
•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion.
•All program details including timings indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change.
•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•A departure transfer is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program.
DAY 1
8:15am Disembark in Cape Town
9:00am Transfer to Lower Cable way road
9:30am Ascend Table Mountain by cable car and explore the top of the mountain, enjoying a bird’s eye view of the city (weather dependent)
11:30pm Descend the mountain by cable car and re-board vehicle
12:00pm Onward transfer to your hotel via city orientation tour
1:00pm Approximate arrival time at your hotel
2:00pm Official check-in time at hotel
Spend the afternoon at leisure
Lunch and dinner on your own
Overnight at The Cullinan or similar hotel
DAY 2
6:30am Breakfast at your hotel
7:30am Drive to Aquila Game Reserve or similar
10:00am Restroom stop
10:30am Game drive in 4x4 vehicles
1:00pm Buffet lunch including two local beverages
2:30pm Return drive to Cape Town
5:00pm Arrive back at your hotel
Dinner on own
Overnight at The Cullinan or similar hotel
DAY 3
6:30-10am Breakfast at your hotel
Spend the day at leisure, exploring Cape Town at your own pace
Lunch on own
From 7:30pm Transfers depart for Welcome Dinner at GOLD Restaurant
9:30pm Return transfer/s to hotel
Overnight at The Cullinan or similar hotel
DAY 4
6:30-10am Breakfast at hotel
11:00am Check-out time at the hotel
TBA Transfer to the Cape Town International Airport based on your flight time
Luggage storage is available for guests with late flights.
Extra Nights:
All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the LAST NIGHT of your land program
If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 11:00am (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 4 of your program.
Transfers: All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.
Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.
Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 11:00am. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.
Expected Weather:
The first month of the summer, December, is a warm month in Cape Town, with average temperatures ranging between min 16.3°C (61.3°F) and max 24.3°C (75.7°F). January is quite similar with average temperatures ranging between min 17.7°C (63.9°F) and max 25.8°C (78.4°F)
What to Bring:
Light cotton tops, cotton trousers and shorts. Trousers and warm fleece tops for evenings and cooler days. A hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes, camera, film and batteries, chargers.
Local Currency:
The monetary unit of South Africa is the Rand. All major credit cards are accepted at most establishments, although Visa and Mastercard are the most widely accepted cards.
Electricity
South Africa’s electrical system is 220/230 volts A/C 50 cycles. Most hotels have hair dryers and plug adaptors in the bedrooms however we recommend bringing a universal travel adaptor for electric devices.
Documents and Visa Requirements:
Please note that South African Immigration requires that you have at least 2 consecutive double-blank pages in your passport, or entry to the country could be denied. Passports should also be valid for more than 6 months at the time of travel. Please consult your local embassy for all visa requirements pertaining to South Africa for your nationality.
Hotel addresses:
The Southern Sun Cullinan
1 Cullinan Street, Cape Town City Centre
Phone: +27 21 415 4000
*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards, and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.
Program Includes:
•Three nights at Southern Sun Cullinan Hotel or similar (Standard Room) including breakfast
•Touring in an air-conditioned vehicle with English speaking driver and qualified guide
•Table Mountain return cable car ticket – day 1 (weather dependent)
•Aquila Safari including game drive and buffet lunch with 2 local beverages
•Dinner at GOLD Restaurant inclusive of 2 drinks per person (mineral water, soft drink, house wine or local beer)
•Airport transfers on day 4 by sedan or van, with driver only
•Airport Representative – day 4
•1 x full day Hospitality Desk at Cullinan Hotel – date TBA
•Bottled mineral water on board touring vehicle
•Porterage allowing for a maximum of 2 suitcases per person
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program Excludes:
•Personal expenses
•Additional beverages and meals not mentioned in the itinerary
•Gratuities for drivers and guides
•Hotel incidentals including mini bar, room service and laundry
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.
Price: $1,199 per guest based on double occupancy.
Land program promotions are per person for guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program only, subject to terms.
Spend two nights at the stunning Lion Sands River Lodge which is located in the 10 000ha private Lion Sands Reserve. This private sanctuary is the only one with a footprint in both Sabi Sands Game Reserve and Kruger National Park. Enjoy an up-close unobstructed view of Africa’s most iconic animals on multiple game drives into the bush. Home to the highest and most diverse concentration of wildlife in the southern hemisphere, you can see all of Africa’s iconic species here, including all of the Big Five, along with a supporting cast of no less intriguing 137 mammal species and over 450 varieties of bird – while having minimal encounters with other people
LION SANDS RIVER LODGE
Lion Sands River Lodge offers you one of the warmest welcomes you could hope to encounter on your travels; hosted by their family of extraordinary handpicked staff, who will make you feel completely relaxed and at home. At River Lodge, feel the spirit of the Sabie River, where the quiet luxury of your room will provide a place of repose, after a day of overwhelming and enriching adventure.
Views of the Sabie River cannot be wasted, which is why each of the 20 luxuriously thatched bedrooms at River Lodge has its own private wooden viewing deck. With the quietly rambling river outside your room, you won't have to go far to see wildlife or to drink in the surrounding Sabi Sand Reserve whilst overlooking the world- famous Kruger National Park, all at one glance.
Program details and the number of game drives are subject to change depending on flight details:
Special Notes: This program ends in Johannesburg therefore your flight must depart from the OR Tambo International Airport.
Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.
Day 1
Disembark the ship in Cape Town, meet your local guide for a scenic drive to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. It is here that the Atlantic and Indian Oceans, along with their diverse ecosystems, are thought to converge. This expansive nature reserve occupies 19,150 acres of indigenous flora and fauna. Cape Point and its dramatic sea cliffs, among South Africa's highest are main attractions of the reserve. Upon arrival, you will ride the funicular railway to the top of Cape Point (if not in operation there is a pathway to walk along) and take in breathtaking views and photo opportunities.
Thereafter visit the African penguin colony at Boulders Beach, followed by a drive through the naval base of Simon’s Town to Fish Hoek. From here, you will continue on to the colorful fishing harbor of Kalk Bay before turning on to Boyes Drive, which offers magnificent views of Muizenberg and False Bay.
Your drive will conclude passing by the University of Cape Town, Rhodes Memorial, Mostert's Mill and famous Groote Schuur Hospital before returning to Cape Town where you will check in to the beautiful Victoria and Alfred Hotel – conveniently located on the waterfront.
Lunch and dinner are on your own today.
DAY 2
Following breakfast and check out, transfer to the Cape Town Airport for a flight to Skukuza.
As guests may only bring one piece of checked luggage per person, excess luggage (1 piece per person) will be shipped via courier to Johannesburg where you will be re-united with it on Day 4 at your hotel. Make sure to pack accordingly and bring any medications and cruise documents with you.
Upon arrival at your safari destination, you will be met and transferred by road to your lodge. Check-in will be followed by free time. After high tea you will depart on your first afternoon game drive in open 4x4 vehicles with a qualified ranger. Dinner will be served after the game drive at the lodge.
NOTE: Activities and meals are subject to your flight time
Day 3
Depart on an early morning game drive followed by breakfast at the lodges. The remainder of the morning will be at leisure followed by lunch. After high tea, you will depart on another afternoon game drive in open 4x4 vehicles with a qualified ranger. Dinner at the lodge will follow.
Day 4
Depending on flight time, you might enjoy one last morning game drive followed by breakfast, check out and transfer by road to the Skukuza Airport for a flight to Johannesburg.
On arrival in Johannesburg, you will be met and assisted with the short walk to your airport-based hotel. At the hotel, collect any excess luggage that was transferred from Cape Town and enjoy your evening at leisure.
Your tour escort or the hotel concierge will be able to make suggestions for local dining venues.
Dinner is on your own this evening
NOTE: Activities and meals at the lodge are subject to your flight time
DAY 5
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Check out time is 11:00am. You will be assisted on the walk to the Johannesburg Airport terminal based on your flight schedule. Should you have a late flight, luggage storage will be available at the hotel or alternatively you may wish to purchase an extra night to guarantee a room for the day.
Please note:
-Lion Sands Game Reserve is located in a low-risk malaria area however, we urge guests to consult their doctors about malarial prophylactics before visiting.
-The contents and order of activities in this program are subject to change by the lodge management without prior notice, due to the prevailing weather conditions and movement of dangerous wildlife on the reserve.
-Whilst this is a safari area, the animals are wild and so sightings cannot be guaranteed.
-During early morning game drives in open vehicles it can be a little cool. We recommend that guests take along a windbreaker.
-During the day, it can get extremely hot. The game drive vehicles are not covered – and guests are therefore exposed to the elements. Guests are therefore advised not to forget their sunhats, sun block, sunglasses, as well as their cameras and binoculars.
-The roads in the game reserve are gravel. There are also inclines and certain parts of the game-drive can be bumpy. Not recommended for guests with back & neck problems or pregnant ladies.
-This program is suitable for guests with walking disabilities, providing that a travel companion or spouse accompanies them. Please also note that confirmation would be strictly subject to availability of handicapped rooms at the time of booking.
-No children under 6 years of age are allowed on safari.
-This program is not fully guided. Local representatives will assist you with your transfers however, the program at the lodge and hotel is run solely and at the discretion by the lodge/hotel staff.
Land Program Details Step by Step:
•Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direct flights are never guaranteed.
•Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.
•The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.
•A departure transfer is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program.
DAY 1 - timings subject to change based on actual flight details
8:00am Depart Cape Town harbor and drive to Cape Point Nature Reserve
9:30am Visit Cape Point Nature Reserve
11:00am Drive to Boulders Beach
11:30am Visit the African Penguin Colony at Boulders Beach
12:15pm Return to Cape Town
1:00pm Approximate arrival at your overnight hotel
2:00pm Check-in formalities
Spend the afternoon and evening at leisure
Lunch and dinner are on own
Overnight at the Victoria and Alfred Hotel or similar
DAY 2
7:30am Enjoy breakfast at the hotel followed by check-out formalities
8:30am Depart for the Cape Town International Airport
9:00am Check-in for a flight to Skukuza Airport
10:35am Flight CPT – SZK (flight details TBA and subject to change)
1:05pm Arrive Skukuza Airport and transfer to your safari destination
2:30pm Approximate arrival at safari destination and check-in
Time permitting, enjoy lunch
3:30pm Afternoon tea
4:00pm to 7:30pm Afternoon game drive
8:00pm Dinner at the lodge
Overnight Lion Sands River Lodge
DAY 3
5:00am Wake up call
5:30am Morning tea and coffee
6:00am Early morning game drive
9:00am Breakfast at the lodge
Leisure time at the lodge
12:00pm Lunch at the lodge
Time to relax and may enjoy the pool of the lodge
3:30pm Afternoon high tea
4:00pm Afternoon game drive
7:00pm Time to freshen up before dinner
8:00pm Dinner at your lodge
Overnight Lion Sands River Lodge
DAY 4 - timings subject to change based on actual flight details
5:00am Wake up call
5:30am Morning tea and coffee
6:00am Early morning game drive
9:30am Breakfast
11:00am Check out and transfer to Skukuza Airport
12:00pm Check in for your flight to Johannesburg
1:35pm Flight to Johannesburg (Flight details TBA and subject to change)
2:40pm Arrival in Johannesburg, luggage claim and meet your local escort
3:00pm Short walk to your airport-based hotel
3:15pm Arrival at the hotel and check in
Any shipped excess luggage will be at the hotel
The remainder of the day and evening are at your leisure, dinner on own
Overnight at the Intercontinental OR Tambo or similar hotel
DAY 5
AM Breakfast at the hotel
11:00am Check out time at the hotel
TBA Assistance to the Johannesburg airport terminal for your onwards flight. You will be met based on the flight details provided. For guests with late flights, luggage storage is available at the hotel until your meeting time.
Extra Nights:
All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the same hotel used on the LAST NIGHT of your program.
If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be accompanied to the airport terminal per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 11:00am (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 5 of your program.
Transfers: All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that arrangements for assistance can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, assistance will not be arranged.
Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers and assistance are not included.
Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 11:00am. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.
Expected Weather:
South Africa’s seasons are the reverse of those in the northern hemisphere. Midwinter is June and midsummer is December and January. The climate varies from region to region but is generally mild throughout the year. Expect it to be hot during the day and much cooler in the evenings.
At River Lodge - the average maximum temperatures range from 24°C/75°F in July to 33°C/90°F in January, with the lowest average minimum occurring in July at 8°C/46°F. The average annual rainfall is 350mm (14in), most of which occurs during midsummer (December – February). Rain is usually in the form of thundershowers, where a downpour is experienced, very seldom lasting longer than a few hours.
What to Bring:
Light cotton tops and cotton trousers and shorts in summer. Safari trousers and warm fleece tops for evenings and cooler days. Also, bring swimwear, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes, camera, film and chargers, personal toiletries and anti-malaria prophylaxis.
Currency:
The monetary unit of South Africa is the Rand. All major credit cards are accepted at most establishments, although Visa and Mastercard are the most widely accepted cards.
Electricity:
South Africa’s electrical system is 220/230 volts A/C 50 cycles. Most hotels have hair dryers and plug adaptors in the bedrooms however we suggest you bring your own travel adaptors if you are bringing electronic devices.
Luggage:
On all flights, guests are permitted to check-in one piece of luggage at a maximum of 20 kg (44 lbs.) and maximum dimension of 158 cm (62 inches).
Passengers are permitted to travel with one piece of hand luggage not exceeding 7 kg (15 lbs.) and a dimension of 56 cm (22 inches) length, 36 cm (14 inches) width and 23 cm (9 inches) height. If the hand luggage does not conform to the size specified, passengers may be denied entry into the departure area or sent back to the check-in counter.
Excess luggage (1 piece per person) will be shipped by courier from Cape Town to your hotel in Johannesburg. This service is included in the cost of the program.
Alternatively, you may wish to contact Luggage Forward to make your own luggage transfer arrangements (at own cost) from the ship to your home - Phone: 877-231-5131
Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has their own regulations)
1. Guests must obtain a Doctor’s Certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.
2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)
3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at RSSC at least one month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).
4. Failure to comply with the above regulations may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which Regent Seven Seas Cruises nor our local ground operator be responsible for.
Documents and Visa Requirements:
Passports must be valid for at least 6 months after travel and must have 6 blank pages upon entry into South Africa. No Visa is needed for citizens of the USA in order to enter South Africa. Other nationalities should please consult their local embassies for any requirements.
Please note visa fees and regulations might change and we are not liable for immigration or fee changes. Please consult your local embassy before travelling to know whether you require a Visa or not. Visa fees are not included in the cost of this program
VERY IMPORTANT – The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.
Failure to have the required documents ahead of time or incorrect names on flight tickets will result in either denial of travel or ticket re-purchase and guests will be responsible for any fees incurred.
Accommodations:
Lion Sands River Lodge
Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve
Intercontinental, OR Tambo Airport
International Airport, Opposite Int'L Arrivals Hall O.R. Tambo, Kempton Park, Johannesburg, South Africa
Phone: +27 11 961 5400
The Victoria and Alfred Hotel
Dock Road, V&A Waterfront
Phone: +27 21 419 6677
*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards guests will be notified in advance. If guests are not notified of changes before departure, then the hotels listed in this program will be used
Program Includes:
*One night at the Victoria and Alfred Hotel in Cape Town – Piazza facing room
*Two nights at Lion Sands River Lodge – suite, all meals, game drives & two local beverages during meals
*One night at the Intercontinental OR Tambo or similar hotel including breakfast (standard double room)
*Transfers
*Conservation fee for the Private Game Reserve
*Domestic economy class flights from Cape Town to Skukuza and Skukuza to Johannesburg
*Luggage shipment of 1 suitcase per person (20 kg/44lbs each) from Cape Town to Johannesburg
*Porterage at the hotels or lodges and airports
*1 bottle of water per person on all transfers in Johannesburg and Cape Town
Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so airport assistance can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.
Program excludes:
*Personal expenses such as telephone calls; curio shop purchases; laundry, hotel incidentals etc.
*Additional beverages and meals not mentioned in the itinerary
*Visa fees
*Gratuities to drivers, luggage porters, tour guides and safari guides
*Excess or overweight luggage fees for any flights above what is included
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.
Price: $5,099 per guest based on double occupancy.
Land program promotions are per person for guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program only, subject to terms.
Explore the visually stunning desert landscape of the NamibRand Nature Reserve and observe the animals that inhabit it, while spending evenings at Kwessi Dunes in a chalet with a special open-roof star-gazing room.
DAY 1
Disembark the ship in Walvis Bay, Namibia. You will be met and transferred to the Walvis Bay Airport, where you will board a charter flight to the Kwessi Dunes airstrip.
The flight over the Sossusvlei and Namib desert is an expedition on its own with stunning aerial views. Upon landing at Kwessi Dunes airstrip, collect your luggage and make your way to Kwessi Dunes.
Enjoy a welcome drink upon arrival at the lodge, which occupies a plum location in the NamibRand Nature Reserve, a desert wilderness that is one of the largest private reserves in southern Africa. Your air-conditioned accommodations will be one of only a dozen chalets, each featuring canvas walls, a high thatched roof and a separate star-gazer room that is open to the sky for the ultimate in watching the evening’s celestial show. Other amenities include an en suite bathroom, indoor and outdoor showers and a shaded verandah.
Following lunch and check-in formalities, you will enjoy one of the optional free-of-charge day activities such as quad biking or a nature walk. For an additional charge, you may opt for hot-air ballooning, horseback riding, a scenic helicopter flight, a day trip to the highest dune in the world at Sossuvlei or a spa treatment. Of course, if you simply wish to relax and take in the natural beauty, feel free.
Afternoon tea will be served before you head out on a once-in-a-lifetime scenic drive through the Sossusvlei Desert. The landscape is one of towering earth-toned dunes and jagged mountains that rise above the dry, salt-and-clay pan floor that seems to go on forever.
The scenic drives at Kwessi Dunes are unlike any other you will ever experience. You might not find the Big Five wandering around the harsh desert of the NamibRand, but you will find yourself immersed in a world of rugged and rocky terrain, mauve mountains, red dunes and enormous swathes of desert. Nothing can quite prepare you for seeing it in person.
The space is humbling, and the sense of peace is spiritual. The fairy circles that dot the ground are particularly intriguing. Over the years, the theories behind them have been hotly debated, however no one really knows for certain why they are there. Just another reason to visit this extraordinary place.
The dunes are home to a variety of wildlife that has adapted in many fascinating ways to survive the harsh terrain. You will most likely find gemsbok, springbok, kudu and steenbok, often silhouetted against the red sand. You may also spot Burchell’s zebra amid the dunes as well as the more unusual black-backed jackals, aardwolves and African wild cats, which can be surprisingly easy to find compared to those in other reserves on the continent. Leopards and cheetah are rare but there are small numbers of both.
Back at the lodge, you will have time to freshen up before dinner. The sky should then be ideal for star-gazing in your private outdoor sky bed. Thanks to the lodge’s remote location, there is very little light pollution so the skies are typically crystal clear. In fact, the NamibRand is Africa’s first designated International Dark Sky Reserve because it is one of the least light-polluted places in the world.
DAY 2
Wake up to the gorgeous Namib desert air and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee before embarking on the ultimate 4x4 scenic desert drive. Afterwards, you will have time to freshen up and enjoy lunch before spending the afternoon at leisure, exploring the lodge surroundings and perhaps taking advantage of an additional optional activity.
Later, you will embark on an evening scenic drive and experience a whole new side of this desert oasis as the sun begins to set. Upon returning to the lodge, you will have time to freshen up before dinner.
DAY 3
Depending on departure flight time, you may be able to embark on one last morning activity followed by breakfast and check-out formalities.
Then, make your way to the airstrip and board your charter flight to Windhoek.
On arrival at Windhoek’s airport, you will be met and assisted to connect onto an international scheduled flight to Cape Town, South Africa.
Once you have collected your luggage and gone through Customs there, you will be met at the arrival hall at the Cape Town International Airport by your guide, who will show you to your transport. You will then transfer to the Cape Town harbor to meet your ship.
Land Program Step by Step
The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direct flights are never guaranteed. Final itineraries with the most up-to-date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team approximately 30 days before the program departure date when flight details are confirmed. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.
DAY 1 – below times are subject to actual flight times
9:15am Disembark in Walvis Bay and transfer to the airport
9:45am Light aircraft charter flight to Kwessi Dunes landing strip
(Flight time subject to change and will be finalized 24 hours prior to travel)
1:00pm Approximate arrival time at Kwessi Dunes. Check-in and lunch
2:00pm Afternoon at leisure
4:00pm Afternoon tea
5:30pm Scenic drive
7:30pm Dinner
Overnight at Kwessi Dunes
DAY 2
7:00am Early wakeup call
7:30am Enjoy a leisurely breakfast
9:00am Enjoy a morning scenic drive through the Namib desert
12:00pm Enjoy lunch
1:00pm Afternoon at leisure
4:00pm Afternoon tea before
5:30pm Afternoon scenic drive
7:30pm Dinner
Overnight at Kwessi Dunes
DAY 3 - below times are subject to actual flight times
5:30am Early-morning drive (depending on charter time) followed by breakfast or breakfast packs and complete check-out formalities
TBA Transfer to airstrip for flight to Windhoek
TBA Fly from Kwessi to Windhoek (flight details TBA and subject to change)
TBA Arrive at Windhoek and check in for next flight
1:45pm Fly from Windhoek to Cape Town (flight details TBA and subject to change)
3:55pm Arrive at Cape Town International Airport
4:20pm Clear Immigration and Customs and meet your guide
4:45pm Transfer to Cape Town Cruise Terminal
5:20pm Approximate arrival at harbor to re-board the ship
Please Note
•The contents and order of activities in this program are subject to change by the lodge management without prior notice, due to the prevailing weather conditions and movement of dangerous wildlife on the game reserve.
•Game-drive vehicles traverse uneven terrain that can be bumpy. Therefore, this tour is not recommended for guests with back or neck problems.
•Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
•This program is not fully guided. Upon arriving at the lodge, you will be in the hands of its staff.
Expected Weather
In November, the temperatures often reach 35°C /95°F and occasionally even higher.
What to Bring
Light cotton tops and cotton trousers and shorts November, which is the beginning of summer. Safari trousers and warm fleece tops for evenings and cooler days. Also, bring swimwear, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, comfortable walking shoes, camera and personal toiletries.
Currency
The lodge will accept ZAR, Namibian dollars and credit cards. The monetary unit of South Africa is the Rand. Visa and Mastercard are the most widely accepted cards.
Electricity
South Africa and Namibia’s electrical system is 220/230 volts A/C 50 cycles. Most hotels have hair dryers and plug adaptors in the bedrooms. Hairdryers are available upon request at Kwessi Dunes.
Luggage
Cessna Grand Caravan Aircraft maximum 14 guests:
Passengers: Final luggage allowance will be based on everyone’s combined weight and advised once this is known. Please advise RSSC of each passenger’s weight at the time of booking.
Type: Strictly 1 soft-sided piece of luggage that weighs no more than 10 kg / 22 lbs and a small hand carry-on.
Dimensions: Maximum length: 62cm (24 inches), Width: 25cm (10 inches), Height: 30cm (12inches) including hand luggage and camera equipment.
Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has their own regulations)
1. Guests must obtain a doctor’s certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.
2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)
3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at least one month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).
4. Failure to comply with the above regulations may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which the cruise line nor our local ground operator be responsible for.
Documents and Visa Requirements
A passport that is valid at least 6 months after travel is required. This program takes place in Namibia and ends in South Africa. Please check with your local South African embassy for any visa requirements for your nationality. Visa fees are not included in the cost of this program.
Guests should have a minimum of 2 consecutive blank pages in their passport for entry into South Africa. This is a requirement to enter South Africa.
VERY IMPORTANT
The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas, if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase for this program otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.
Failure to have the required documents ahead of time will result in denial of travel and guests will have to pay for any expenses incurred in order to not proceed with the program.
The above information is subject to change and serves as a guide only. It is the ultimate and sole responsibility of the guests to ensure that they meet the entry requirements for each destination.
If traveling internationally, the countries you are flying to and/ or connecting through may have different document requirements and as such we encourage you to visit the government and airport websites of every country you will be traveling to throughout the journey to familiarize yourself with their requirements.
Aircraft type (subject to change):
Cessna Grand Caravan (14 seats)
Safair/ SA Airlink E-Jet or similar
Hotel
Kwessi Dunes, NamibRand Nature Reserve, Sesriem, Namibia
Program Includes for guests:
•2 nights at Kwessi Dunes in a chalet including accommodation, nature drives, all meals and local beverages during meals and game activities mentioned, as well as park fees
•Scheduled charter flight between Walvis Bay, Kwessi Dunes and Windhoek
•Scheduled economy-class flight from Windhoek to Cape Town
•Transfers with a qualified English-speaking driver in an air-conditioned vehicle
•Porterage for maximum 1 piece of luggage per person (soft bag 10kg)
•1 bottle of mineral water per person on transfers
Program Excludes for guests:
•International or imported beverages
•Any activities not mentioned as included in the itinerary
•Personal expenses
•Gratuities for guides/pilot/restaurant and bar
•Excess or overweight luggage
•Visas fees if required
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, gravel and natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.
All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations.
Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Mid-cruise overland programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty.
Price: $3,499 per guest based on double occupancy.
Land program promotions are per person for guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program only, subject to terms.
Look for iconic African animals on early-morning and evening game drives in Etosha National Park and luxuriate in between adventures at the contemporary Mokuti Etosha lodge.
Special Note: Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour.
DAY 1
Upon your arrival at the Walvis Bay pier, the Namibia team will accompany you to the Walvis Bay Airport, where a private charter aircraft awaits the group. You will fly north to the spectacular Mokuti Etosha lodge on the southern border of Namibia’s Etosha National Park.
The contemporary lodge is a private oasis, where you will enjoy the comfort of a spacious room with a private patio. Banded mongooses, antelopes and numerous birds can often be observed from the patio.
Follow check-in and lunch, you will have time to relax and settle in before embarking on a game drive in an open safari vehicle with a professional guide through Etosha National Park. Wildlife sighting are almost guaranteed as Africa’s most iconic creatures congregate around the waterholes along the massive salt pan.
Large animals such as elephants, lions, giraffes, wildebeests and various species of antelope are commonly spotted. Etosha is also one of the best places in the world to see endangered black rhinoceroses in the wild. Herds of springbok and zebra cover the plains and smaller animals such as jackals, warthogs and honey badger roam seemingly everywhere.
Later in the evening, dinner will be served in the lodge’s dining hall or around the boma.
DAY 2
After breakfast at the lodge, you will travel into the Etosha National Park for an early-morning game drive. The landscape and vegetation constantly vary in the park and accordingly so do the animals that are spotted. The sights will likely be completely different than what you observed the day before, especially around the watering holes, where the animals frequently gather.
Late in the morning, you will return to the lodge for lunch and to enjoy the generous amenities. You might play tennis and billiards, work out in the gym, swim in the pool and take advantage of an included treatment at the Omulio Spa.
Toward mid-afternoon, you will head back into the bush on another game drive. It can be a magical time as the temperatures will be cooler, which encourages the animals to emerge from the shelter they sought during the mid-day heat.
Back at the lodge, you might enjoy a luxuriating spa treatment if you haven’t already and perhaps a drink before dinner while you watch a fiery sunset.
DAY 3
Following a breakfast buffet in the dining room or on the terrace, you will transfer to the airstrip for a light aircraft flight to Hosea Kutako International Airport just outside Windhoek. Along the way, you will gaze out over the gorgeous landscape of Central Namibia.
Upon landing, you will check in for the scheduled flight to Cape Town, South Africa. Upon arriving there, you will collect your bags and proceed through Customs and Immigration. You will be met in the arrivals area for the transfer to the port of Cape Town, where you will re-board the cruise ship.
Land Program Step by Step
The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direct flights are never guaranteed. Final itineraries with the most up-to-date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team approximately 30 days before the program departure date when flight details are confirmed. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.
DAY 1
9:15am Disembark the ship in Walvis Bay
9:45am Transfer to the Walvis Bay Airport
10:30am Meet your pilot and complete flight check-in
11:00am Light aircraft charter flight from Walvis Bay to Mokuti airstrip
1:00pm Land and disembark, road transfer to the lodge and check-in
1:45pm Lunch at the lodge
3:00pm Afternoon game drive in the Etosha National Park with Mokuti game viewers
7:00pm Return to the lodge
8:00pm Dinner at Mokuti Etosha lodge
Overnight at Mokuti Etosha lodge
DAY 2
AM Buffet breakfast
6:30am Depart with Mokuti game viewers to the Etosha National Park on a morning game drive
11:00am Return to the lodge
11:15am Visit the Omulilo Spa for a selected spa treatment or relax before lunch
1:00pm Lunch at the lodge
3:00pm Depart on an afternoon game drive in the Etosha National Park with Mokuti game viewers
7:00pm Return to the lodge, spa treatment if not taken earlier, freshen up before dinner
8:00pm Dinner at Mokuti Etosha lodge
Overnight at Mokuti Etosha lodge
DAY 3 – timing will depend on actual flight times for the scheduled flight to Cape Town
7:00am Full buffet breakfast
9:15am Check out and transfer to the Mokuti airstrip
10:00am Departure on a charter light aircraft flight to Hosea Kutako Airport, Windhoek (Namibia)
11:30am Arrive at Hosea Kutako Airport, proceed through customs to check-in for a scheduled flight to Cape Town
1:45pm Fly from Hosea Kutako to Cape Town (flight details TBA and subject to change)
3:55pm Arrive in Cape Town, collect bags, proceed through Customs and Immigration. You are met outside Customs in the arrivals area and transferred to the port
5:00pm Approximate arrival at the port where you will re-join the ship
Please Note
•The contents and order of activities in this program are subject to change by the lodge management without prior notice, due to the prevailing weather conditions and movement of dangerous wildlife on the game reserve.
•Game-drive vehicles traverse uneven terrain that can be bumpy. Therefore, this tour is not recommended for guests with back or neck problems.
•Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
•This program is not fully guided. Upon arriving at the lodge, you will be in the hands of its staff.
Expected Weather
Daytime 30 - 35° Celsius
Night 15 - 20° Celsius
What to Bring
Hat, closed shoes for evenings and game drives, long-sleeved lightweight shirts, a warm sweater or jacket for evenings and early-morning safaris, swimsuit, sunscreen, a light jacket in case of rain, personal medications and camera equipment including chargers.
Local Currency
NAD (Namibia Dollar) and the ZAR (South African Rands)
Electricity
220 V is the voltage, 3- or 2-round pin adaptor is required. Adaptors can be supplied on request however we recommend brining your own universal travel adaptor for electric devices.
Luggage
Cessna Grand Caravan Aircraft 5 – 10 guests:
Passengers: We will require each passenger’s weight. Final luggage allowance will be based on everyone’s combined weight and advised once this is known. Please advise RSSC at the time of booking.
Type: Strictly SOFT sided luggage only
Dimensions: Maximum length: 62cm (24 inches), Width: 25cm (10 inches), Height: 30cm (12inches) including hand luggage and camera equipment.
Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has their own regulations)
1. Guests must obtain a doctor’s certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.
2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)
3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at least one month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).
4. Failure to comply with the above regulations may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which the cruise line nor our local ground operator be responsible for.
Documents and Visa Requirements
A passport that is valid at least 6 months after travel is required
This program takes place in Namibia and ends in South Africa. Please check with your local South African embassy for any visa requirements for your nationality. Visa fees are not included in the cost of this program.
Guests should have a minimum of 2 consecutive blank pages in their passport for entry into South Africa. This is a requirement to enter South Africa.
VERY IMPORTANT
The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase for this program otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.
Failure to have the required documents ahead of time will result in denial of travel and guests will have to pay for any expenses incurred in order to not proceed with the program.
The above information is subject to change and serves as a guide only. It is the ultimate and sole responsibility of the guests to ensure that they meet the entry requirements for each destination.
If traveling internationally, the countries you are flying to and/ or connecting through may have different document requirements and as such we encourage you to visit the government and airport websites of every country you will be traveling to throughout the journey to familiarize yourself with their requirements.
Aircraft type (subject to change)
Cessna Grand Caravan Aircraft 5 – 10 Pax
Hotel
Mokuti Etosha Lodge
Farm 941 Kleinbegin C38, Von Lindequist Gate Etosha Namibia
Phone: 264 67 229 084
*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.
Program Includes for guests:
•2 nights at Mokuti Etosha Lodge in a double room
•All meals including 2 drinks per meal (excluding imported spirits/beverages)
•1 x spa treatment from selected options per person
•4-hour game drives as indicated in the itinerary
•Economy-class flights per the itinerary (chartered and scheduled flights)
Program Excludes for guests:
•International or imported beverages
•Any activities not mentioned as included in the itinerary
•Personal expenses
•Gratuities for guides/pilot/restaurant and bar
•Excess or overweight luggage
•Visas fees if required
Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, gravel and natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.
All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations.
Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Mid-cruise overland programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty.
Price: $3,799 per guest based on double occupancy.
Land program promotions are per person for guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program only, subject to terms.
You’ll find time spent on board the ship to be just as enriching as time ashore. Relax by the pool, compete in a friendly game of trivia or bocce ball, and indulge in treats at afternoon tea.
All guests must ensure that their travel documents are valid, including having enough blank passport pages required to facilitate passport stamping and visas on arrival, where applicable.
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