Tailor-made itinerary 07
Itinerary Specially Prepared For A Party Of
2 Ad 19 Aug – 03 Sept 2005
19 Aug
On arrival in Johannesburg you will be met and transferred by road to the Palazzo Hotel for (1) night on a bed & breakfast basis.
This fine hotel is located in the heart of the world-class Montecasino gambling, leisure, entertainment and retail complex. Reminiscent of the grandeur of age-old Tuscany, the hotel epitomises the style and luxury of the themed casino complex and, together with personal service and world-class facilities, provides guests with a unique business and leisure experience. Luxurious accommodation includes 2 presidential suites, 10 suites, 21 deluxe rooms and 213 elegantly appointed standard rooms, each with en-suite bathroom and separate shower, all overlooking magnificent gardens. Set in beautifully landscaped Tuscan gardens, the hotel offers a fully equipped Fitness Centre, outdoor swimming pool and business centre. Dining at this fine hotel is a truly authentic experience that combines style with Italian flair. Montecasino is perfectly located in Fourways, north of Johannesburg, and is close to all major highways, main business hubs, and only 30km from Johannesburg International Airport. It is also in close proximity to the Sandton Convention Centre, South Africa's premier convention facility.
20 Aug
Today you will be collected at approximately 07h30 and will be transferred to Johannesburg International Airport. Here you will meet your flight BP212 to Maun departing at 10h00 and arriving at 12h00. On arrival in Maun you will be met, by a representative from Abu Camp, and will be transferred by light aircraft to the camp where you will stay for (5) nights on a fully inclusive basis.
The elephant back safaris are based at Abu Camp on the western side of the Delta. Set in half a million acres of private concession, this tranquil shady corner of heaven is in a pristine wilderness, threaded by crystal waters. Surrounded by open grasslands, island sanctuaries and the papyrus-fringed channels, which make this part of Africa unique, Abu Camp is the perfect spot from which to explore the mysteries and magnificence of this ancient land. Abu Camp's atmosphere is that of the ultimate house party created each week for ten guests. A ratio of four staff to each guest ensures the best of attention and service. Accommodation is in luxurious custom-designed tents, raised on teak decking and overlooking a lagoon. The tents, described as Bedouin influence meets the African bush, have fully zipped entrances, and roll down canvas on the windows. All the tents are beautifully and individually furnished with mahogany four-poster beds or antique sleigh beds. Each tent has an en-suite bathroom complete with copper or porcelain baths, shower and flush toilet. Every tent has a different style but all reflect the very high standard that defines Abu Camp. The dining area is set on layered teak decking that winds its way around African Ebony and Sycamore Fig trees. An expert safari chef conjures up magnificent meals, catering to all tastes and dietary requirements. Sundowners are served in the shade of these majestic and ancient trees with abundant cocktails on ice. The lounge tent is the perfect place to relax in soft and comfortable chairs. A well-stoked library is available to all, with a number of reference books and beautiful coffee table books on Africa displayed. Pictures of Abu and the elephant family abound. In fact elephants are reflected everywhere, from charming ornaments placed by the baths, to carved elephants walking down the centre of the table at dinner time. So, whether one wishes to commune quietly with the silence of the bush from the veranda of one's own tent, or exchange stories around the fire at the mess tent, Abu Camp is the perfect hideaway for a safari to remember and Savour for ever.
21 – 24 Aug
On safari at Abu Camp.
25 Aug
After breakfast and a morning game drive you will be transferred to Maun Airport. Here you will meet your light aircraft transfer to Victoria Falls Airport. On arrival in Victoria Falls you will be met and transferred by road to the Stanley and Livingstone Hotel for (3) nights on a full board basis.
For millions of years, a mighty curtain of water eroded away a series of gorges along what was to be named the Zambezi River. It was not until 1855 however, that the presence of this truly spectacular waterfall was made known to the world. Missionary and explorer extraordinaire, David Livingstone, had vowed to find a route to the East Coast of the African continent, having already endured months of hardship in travelling south east from Luanda to Sesheke. Some 50 miles along his journey in the company of 120 Makololo tribespeople, he encountered this most magnificent waterfall which he named after his Queen, Victoria. In the fourteen years that followed, Livingstone endured life-threatening hardships in the course of his exploration and he was at his lowest ebb in 1871 when he met famous English reporter, Henry Stanley. Stanley had been sent by J.G. Bennet of the New York Herald specifically to find Livingstone who had not been heard from for two years. Stanley greeted the explorer with the now famous words "Dr. Livingstone, I presume?" The two struck up a friendship which was only ended when Stanley elected to return to England in 1872, having failed to persuade the intrepid missionary to accompany him. Dr David Livingstone died on 1 May 1873, aged 60. He had travelled some 50 000 kilometres in Africa, adding a considerable area to the known portion of the globe and in so doing, he became one of the legendary figures of Southern and Central Africa. The Stanley and Livingstone at Victoria Falls is named after two men whose pioneering spirit lives on in the region. On December 15 1999, The Stanley and Livingstone at Victoria Falls opened its doors to discerning guests seeking a tranquil and luxurious environment away from the hustle and bustle of Victoria Falls town. Ten spacious suites, each with individual patio and colour scheme, are furnished to the very highest standards to create an environment of unmatched restful elegance. Our luxurious bathrooms are equipped with a combination of old and new from the old cast iron bath tub to the modern power shower. Each bathroom offers a range of amenities to complement your bathing experience. The warm ambience of the main living room and reception area, are made of natural thatch and timbers and combine tastefully with traditional English furnishings and objets d'art. What better place to discuss the day's activities than in our elegant bar. Finely crafted hardwoods in combination with many paintings depicting David Livingstone's travels, provide a luxurious, relaxed atmosphere.
26 – 27 Aug
At leisure exploring Victoria Falls.
28 Aug
Today you will be transferred by road to Victoria Falls Airport where you will meet your flight BA6282 to Johannesburg departing 13h50 and arriving at 15h30. On arrival in Johannesburg you will make your way to the Johannesburg Airport Sun Inter-Continental Hotel for (1) night on a bed & breakfast basis.
South Africa's first and only luxury hotel at an airport, the Airport Sun Inter-Continental is situated within walking distance from the terminals at Johannesburg International Airport. This conveniently located 138 room hotel is uniquely positioned to meet the needs of discerning business and leisure travellers requiring the ultimate comfort and pesonalised service combined with consistent world class standards. Special features for frequent travellers include 24-hour usage, flight friendly menus, in-room flight information and a Health and Fitness centre to ease the stress of long distance travel.
This deluxe hotel has drawn it's inspiration from the African continent capturing the culture and spirit of Africa through the use of simple shapes and symbolic artifacts to create an African environment in a contemporary setting. The signature restaurant, Quills, is aptly named after the unique 18 metre long porcupine quill mobile, which spans the entire length of the restaurant. Guests will be treated to an entirely new taste sensation - "Aero African cuisine" - a fusion of African concepts incorporating flavours from around the world. The hotel also offers in-room dining with an optional "flight friendly" menu, allowing long-haul passengers to dine before boarding, then settle down for an uninterrupted night's journey. Quills Bar is an ideal meeting place for local and international business associates and in-transit travellers. Other relaxation facilities include a massage facility, a fully equipped gym with steam baths as well as an indoor heated swimming pool which has a panoramic view across the Johannesburg skyline.
The meeting facilities, comprising 2 meeting rooms and 3 boardrooms, provide the ideal venue for top-level presentations. The Airport Sun Inter-Continental welcomes both domestic and international travellers to experience the ultimate in comfort and convenience.
29 Aug
After breakfast you will make your way to International Departures at Johannesburg Airport. Here you will meet your flight SA190 to Mauritius departing 09h40 and arriving at 15h35. On arrival in Mauritius you will be met and transferred to the Le Touessrok Hotel for (5) nights on a dinner, bed & breakfast basis, including unlimited water skiing and non-motorized water sports.
30 Aug – 02 Sept
At leisure in Mauritius.
03 Sept
Today you will be transferred to Mauritius Airport where you will meet your flight SA191 to Johannesburg departing 16h35 and arriving at 19h05.
