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Discover Africa
Discover Africa on this 10-day cruise-and-stay adventure down the Chobe and Zambezi rivers – split your time between land and water with 5 days at a hotel and 5 spent cruising.
Make the most of our custom-tailored itinerary, designed to drive you through Africa’s highlights. Enjoy included visits to UNESCO-designated sites, National Parks and a host of both boat and land safaris.
Recline in comfort aboard the unique Zambezi Queen, designed with the safari experience in mind. Enjoy all of your floating hotel luxuries with a sprinkle of practicality squeezed in so that you’ll never miss the wildlife right outside your window.
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Cruise Line: AmaWaterways -
Ship: Zambezi Queen -
Duration: 9 Nights
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Departure: Feb - Nov
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Discover Africa Cruise Itinerary
Embark on this packed itinerary, designed to take you through the highlights of the Chobe and Zambezi Rivers. Enjoy scenic crusings, safaris, beaches, cocktails, cableways and so much more when you book this adventure with us.
Note: Regarding Day 10 – Please do not schedule your onward flight before 6:30 p.m.
Day 1
Cape Town
Arrive to Cape Town and get to know your Tour Director at the Welcome Reception hosted at your hotel.
Day 2
Cape Town
Enjoy a full day of exploration Southeast along the Atlantic Seaboard – past 12 Apostles, Hout Bay and Chapman’s Peak. Enjoy stops at Cape Point (part of the UNESCO-designated Cape Floral Region), Boulders Beach and drinks at False Bay.
Day 3
Cape Town
Choose between two excursions; either take a cableway up to Table Mountain for show-stopping views of the city – followed by a trip to the Cape Winelands, or adventure to the famous Robben Island to embark on a tour hosted by a former inmate.
Day 4
Cape Town / Victoria Falls (EMBARK)
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Victoria Falls. You’ll arrive at the Chobe River and transfer onto the Zambezi Queen, your luxury floating hotel.
Day 5
Victoria Falls
Tap into your adventurous side on one of the multiple boat safari options conducted or simply recline on-board with a good book, enjoying the various luxuries at your disposal.
Day 6
Chobe National Park
Embark a full-day safari of Chobe National Park in open-top 4×4 vehicles. Enjoy a picnic for lunch under the trees and be sure to keep on the lookout for elephants, giraffes, zebras and many other impressive animals.
Day 7
Visit to Local African Village
Dive into local culture with an unforgettable visit to a local African Village. Meet the children and elders of the village while learning about their day-to-day life.After lunch, choose between a boat safari, bird watching or fishing.
Day 8
Victoria Falls (DISEMBARK)
Enjoy a morning cruise through the breakfast period. Disembark in the legendary Victoria Falls and spend the afternoon exploring the town. Join a cocktail party followed by dinner aboard a vintage steam train to make your way to the Victoria Falls Bridge to watch the sunset.
Day 9
Victoria Falls
Explore this jaw-dropping location with a local guide to learn about its history and local wildlife. In the evening, embark on a private sunset cruise along the Zambezi River.
Day 10
Victoria Falls / Johannesburg
Say goodbye to Zimbabwe on the way to the airport for your flight to Johannesburg and your further travels home.
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Is there a pool aboard the ship?
The Zambezi Queen features a Plunge Pool aboard the open-air Sun Deck, which will be open to your usage during your time cruising with us.
How many days will be spent cruising?
Out of the total 10 days of this holiday, 5 will be spent cruising aboard the Zambezi Queen
Will I have a choice of activities?
Most days have set activities for you to get stuck into, but there will be opportunities presented for you to choose between multiple excursions. You can also explore solo if that’s something you’d prefer.
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