Journey across some of the most iconic destinations Africa has to offer on your 13-night Rivers & Rails of Africa cruise.
Join us aboard both ship and train to discover the intricate and resplendent beauty of South Africa, from the scenery and its magnificent wildlife, to the culture and its influences on the region’s breathtaking architecture – there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
Live in the moment, indulge in a host of onboard amenities, and enjoy your Chobe River odyssey.
Discover landscapes as vibrant as the life that thrives within them with our exclusive cruise itinerary, complete with an abundance of excursions, attractions, and the promise of an incomparable holiday.
After meeting your AmaWaterways representative at the airport, transfer to your Cape Town hotel. Later, meet your Tour Director and fellow passengers at the Welcome Reception.
Enjoy the full-day Cape of Good Hope tour, complete with lunch and drinks at a local restaurant.
Enjoy a cableway up to Table Mountain followed by a visit to the Cape Winelands (tastings and lunch included). Or, join a Robben Island guided tour with lunch and a cableway up to Table Mountain.
Take a morning flight to Victoria Falls before transferring to the Namibian border. Then, board the Zambezi Queen. Later, enjoy a Welcome Cocktail Reception and Dinner.
Embark on a morning boat safari along the Chobe River.
Enjoy a full-day safari of Chobe National Park, followed by lunch and a picnic.
Enjoy a morning visit to a local African village. Later, join a boat safari, or go bird watching. Alternatively, go fishing. Enjoy an African-themed dinner aboard your ship.
Disembark the ship and transfer to Victoria Falls, where you can partake in a cocktail reception and have dinner aboard a vintage steam train.
Enjoy a guided tour of Victoria Falls, followed by leisure time. Later, join a private sunset cruise complete with drinks and tapas.
Join the Town of Victoria Falls tour and try a home-hosted lunch. Later, board the luxury Rovos Rail and travel to Hwange Game Reserve.
Enjoy a morning safari through the Hwange Game Reserve before continuing your journey south.
Stop at the village of Gwanda before crossing the Limpopo River and entering South Africa, where border formalities will commence.
Cross the Tropic of Capricorn before visiting the Polokwane Nature Reserve. Continue your journey south.
Disembark the train in Pretoria and transfer to the airport in Johannesburg for your return flight home.
Designed specifically for safari river cruising, this vessel offers a sophisticated design that serves to optimise both your comfort but also the likelihood of animal sightings. Enjoy an immersive yet luxury experience aboard this floating hotel.
Uncover the lush beauty and wildlife of South Africa with Crui.se
Find answers to some of the most common questions about river cruising here.
The months of April through to October are considered to be the best time to cruise the Chobe River; this is when wildlife is most prevalent along the river, providing excellent views of nature’s finest gems.
Yes, you can take photographs of the wildlife and scenery along the Chobe River during your cruise.
It is advised that you book your cruise in advance, especially during peak seasons, to ensure availability.
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