Depart from New York or Washington, DC for your flight to Cape Town, South Africa via Johannesburg on South African Airways.

Upon arrival at Johannesburg International Airport you will go through immigration and clear customs, re-check your bags and then proceed to the Domestic Terminal for your onward flight to Cape Town. Then upon arrival at Cape Town Airport you will be met by a SAA Vacations representative and transferred to your Hotel.

Nestled among indigenous flora with the majestic Twelve Apostles Mountain range as a backdrop, and overlooking an intimate bay, the luxury Twelve Apostles Hotel basks in splendid isolation poised on the Atlantic Ocean edge. This intimate five star Hotel prides itself on exceptional hospitality.

Luxurious suites and rooms individually appointed, with indigenous woods and leather, and crisp cool linen, conjure up the lifestyle of Africa’s explorers. Vibrant marine-themed rooms capture the vacation mood. A breath-taking pool garden magically perched above the ocean and the glorious Azure Restaurant offering endless sea-views, the Leopard Room Bar and lounge with live background music to complement your meal make up this stunning Hotel.

The Hotel offers picnic walks up the mountain with experienced guides and also offers sundowners on the little beach across from the Hotel. Shark diving is also available in front of the Hotel.

After breakfast at the Hotel you will depart on a full day Cape Peninsula and Winelands tour. You will travel along the Atlantic Seaboard, to Hout Bay. From Hout Bay, travel to Noordhoek and through Ou Kaapse Weg.

Proceed to the Cape Point Nature Reserve, where you are able to ride the funicular to the viewpoint where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet.

The Cape Peninsula is the thin finger of land in the south-western most corner of Africa with the city of Cape Town at its head.

As you travel south toward Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope, the land gets narrower until the great Indian and Atlantic Oceans combine into one vast southern ocean, with nothing beyond except Antarctica. On leaving the Nature Reserve, proceed to Simonstown.

You will continue on the Wineland tour. This classic tour takes you through spectacular vineyard covered valleys and along scenic country roads. During the course of the afternoon you will visit Franschhoek, first settled by the French Huguenots in 1688.

You will make a stop in Stellenbosch, the second oldest European settlement in South Africa, which has some of the best preserved historical buildings in South Africa. The scenery is combined with two wine tastings, a cellar tour and the opportunity to purchase some local wines.

Accommodation: The Twelve Apostles Hotel (B)

Today you will be at leisure to visit Table Mountain (weather permitting). You will make your own way to Table Mountain, which is well known for its spectacular views. The new revolving cable cars give stunning views over Cape Town.

Once on top, there is time to wander around and take photographs from the numerous viewing decks around. Take a look at the curio shop, take a walk around to the different viewpoints, or you may want to stop for refreshments. After making your descent you will have the rest of the afternoon at leisure.

Accommodation: The Twelve Apostles Hotel (B)

After breakfast at the Hotel the remainder of the day is at leisure to either visit the fabulous stores and restaurants at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, or just relax at the Hotel.

Accommodation: The Twelve Apostles Hotel (B)

This morning you will have an early transfer to Cape Town Airport for your flight to Durban on South African Airways. Upon arrival you will be transferred to your hotel.

The Zimbali Lodge is a stunning boutique Hotel, nestled in lush, sub-tropical indigenous forest just 26 miles north of Durban. The name Zimbali is Zulu for'Valley of Flowers', and is an apt description of the estate on which the Lodge is located. Set in a haven of natural lakes and wetlands, the estate is a protected reserve and is home to a variety of wildlife, from magnificent butterflies to beautiful antelope and many species of birds.

Every luxurious bedroom at Zimbali opens onto a private, furnished balcony offering sweeping views down the valley to the sea. Hand-carved mahogany beds, ornate armoires and ceilings clad in sisal matting are all reminiscent of the baronial homes of sugar magnates from years gone by. So rich is the detailing, the bedside lamps are never the same in any given-suite and air vents are carved scenes of Africa. The splendid bathrooms feature freestanding Victorian bathtubs and separate showers. Falling asleep at night to the crashing of waves is a sheer delight.

Accommodation: The Zimbali Lodge (B)

Today you are at leisure to explore the area and possibly enjoy a guided Nature Trail & Walk from the Zimbali Lodge.

Accommodation: The Zimbali Lodge (B)

This morning after breakfast you will be transferred to Mkuze Falls.

The Mkuze Falls Private Game Reserve is beautifully situated in the heart of historic Zululand in the South African province of KwaZulu-Natal.

Mkuze Falls is one of only two Private Game Reserves in the region where you can view Africa’s Big Five - lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino, elephant and for bird lovers, nearly 400 species of birds are resident.

Mkuze Falls Private Game Reserve is located along the northern bank of the Mkuze River, in the heart of KwaZulu-Natal. Overlooking the Mkuze Waterfall, the Lodge features nine luxuriously appointed thatched chalets and one safari suite, accommodating eighteen guests in utmost comfort and style.

All of these rooms have a breathtaking view of the river, bush and mountains. Private plunge-pools and an outside shower provide a wild but intimate touch alongside the gratifying luxury of the air-conditioned bedroom.

Accommodation: Mkuze Falls Private Game Reserve (B, L, D)

Safaris or game drives take place in the early morning, late afternoon and early evening. The game drives are led by experienced game rangers and trained nature guides. You will find that the expertise of the rangers and guides is invaluable as they have an amazing ability to spot game in situations where the untrained eye sees nothing.

Accommodation: Mkuze Falls Private Game Reserve (B, L, D)

Today you will be transferred from Mkuze Falls to Rocktail Bay.

Situated in Northern Natal within the Maputaland Coastal Forest Reserve is the secluded Rocktail Bay Lodge. Few parts of the South African Coastline are as unspoiled and secluded as the area in the vicinity of Rocktail Bay. A variety of guided activities are available including snorkeling, surf fishing, nature walks or drives in open 4x4 vehicles. Accommodation is in ten rustic wood and thatch tree-house chalets, raised on stilts into the forest canopy.

Today you are at leisure to participate in the many activities offered by the Lodge.

Lodge activities include scuba diving, fly-fishing, snorkeling, swimming, horse riding and drives to Black Rock, the nearby hippo pools and to the surrounding community in open 4x4 Land Rovers. Birding in the forest turns up many of the KwaZulu-Natal birding specials and one can spend time at the bird hide in the forest and enjoy great birding - especially in Africa's winter months when birds like Flufftails often come to the water.

Accommodation: The Rocktail Bay Lodge (B, L, D)

After breakfast at the Lodge, you will bid farewell to South Africa, as you will be transferred to Richards Bay Airport for your South African Airways flight to Johannesburg. On arrival at Johannesburg Airport you will connect for your international flight back to the USA on South African Airways. (B)

Arrive in New York or Washington, DC with a lifetime of memories!