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 guests.

DAY 1

Upon arrival at the Cape Town International Airport, you will be met outside the Customs and Immigration area and transferred to your hotel where you will spend the next three nights. Drive time is approximately 45 minutes.

Upon arrival, the remainder of the day will be at your leisure with any meals on your own. The historic Grande Roche hotel boasts views of mountain ranges and rows of lush vineyards as well as having beautifully manicured gardens and innovative cuisine.

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. If you are arriving quite early, in order to guarantee a room to be available when you arrive, you will need to book an additional night’s stay.

DAY 2

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

After breakfast at your hotel and check-out formalities, return to Cape Town with a brief city orientation tour en route to the port for embarkation. Drive time is approximately 45 minutes from your hotel to Cape Town.

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

•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program

•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 2:00pm (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 2:00pm.

•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.

DAY 1

Arrive at the Cape Town International Airport where you are met and then transferred to your hotel in Stellenbosch (45-minute drive)

Check-in time at 2:00pm

Remainder of day at leisure with any meals on your own

Overnight at Grande Roche Hotel or similar

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 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

From 6:30am Breakfast at your hotel

10:00am Following check-out formalities, depart for Cape Town

11:00am Upon arrival in Cape Town, enjoy a city orientation tour

1:00pm Approximate arrival at the Cape Town Harbor for embarkation

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

•Airport to hotel transfers by sedan or van, with driver only – Day 1

•1 x half-day afternoon Hospitality Desk at Grand Roche – 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 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:

•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, 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.

Price: U$2.099 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.

During this Kruger Safari, experience two regions of this national park encountering different terrain therefore different animal encounters and sightings, whilst enjoying luxury bush accommodation and simply enjoying the serenity of being outdoors in nature.

Special Note: This program begins in Johannesburg, South Africa. Arrival flights need to be booked into the O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). 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

Arrive at Johannesburg’s O.R Tambo Airport. Once you clear Customs and Immigration, collect your bags and proceed to the exit. An English-speaking Meet & Greet representative will await your arrival and accompany you on a short walk to your overnight hotel which is conveniently located inside the airport.

The official check-in time at the hotel is 3:00pm.

Spend the afternoon and evening at leisure.

Dinner is included at the hotel this evening.

Guests are entitled to an airport meet and greet for this program if:

1.Your flight arrives on Day 1 between 12:00am and 11:59pm (rooms may not be ready until hotel check-in time noted further below)

2.You book an extra night through the cruise line (meet and greet is included on the day you are to check-in for the extra night)

3.The cruise line has received your flight details at least 14 days in advance

4. You have notified the cruise line Reservations Team of any last-minute flight changes at least 12 hours before you arrive. Should flights change without sufficient time to notify our ground operators, a meet and greet may not be available when you arrive.

Land Program Ground Operator Name: AKORN Destination Management

Please look for someone holding a sign with the cruise line logo and /or your name

Should you not be able to locate your driver or meet and greet representative once you arrive and clear any Customs/Immigration and baggage claim areas, please FIRST call this local emergency number:

EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER including country code and area code: XXXXXXX

SHOULD FLIGHTS CHANGE WITHOUT SUFFICIENT TIME TO NOTIFY US OR OUR GROUND OPERATORS, A TRANSFER MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE WHEN YOU ARRIVE. IN THIS CASE, PLEASE TAKE A TAXI AND KEEP YOUR RECEIPT SHOULD YOU WISH TO MAKE A TRIP DELAY CLAIM WITH YOUR TRAVEL INSURANCE PROVIDER.

Unused transfers are non-refundable.

DAY 2

Following breakfast, you are escorted by foot to O.R Tambo International Airport to check-in for a domestic flight to Hoedspruit Airport.

As guests may only bring one piece of checked luggage per person, excess luggage (1 piece per person maximum of 20 kg /44 lbs) will be shipped via courier to Cape Town where you will be re-united with it on Day 6. Make sure to pack accordingly and bring any medications and cruise documents with you.

On arrival at Hoedspruit Airport, you are met by a lodge representative and transferred through the reserve, to Ngala Safari Lodge, located in the northern portion of the Kruger National Park, where you will spend the next 2 nights.

Set within South Africa’s largest and most well-known game reserve in the world, Ngala Private Game Reserve offers one of the most incredible Big Five wildlife experiences in the world as they have exclusive traversing rights on 14,700 hectares (36,000 acre) of wilderness land. Safaris are led by expert &BEYOND-trained ranger and tracker teams, that ensure sensitive off-roading practices to allow close-up game sightings of elephant, buffalo, rhino, lion, leopard, spotted hyena, giraffe and more.

Each of the spacious and classic ensuite thatched cottages is decorated with nostalgic safari memorabilia throughout. Floor-to-ceiling glass windows make the most of sunny safari days and a private veranda offers the perfect setting for intimate dinners.

The lodge’s swimming pool and sundeck overlook a natural riverine woodland, ideal for avid birdwatchers, while a tranquil massage sala and a well-equipped fitness room can be enjoyed in between game drives. Dinners are set in a candlelit courtyard or showcased as an African feast in the open-air boma.

On arrival at Ngala Safari Lodge, and time permitting, enjoy lunch followed by check-in formalities. Thereafter enjoy free time in your suite, enjoying your surroundings, prior to your afternoon game drive.

Following your afternoon game drive, return to the lodge and freshen up prior to dinner.

DAY 3

Spend today at Ngala, enjoying a morning and afternoon game drive. Alternatively, you may wish to liaise with your ranger or lodge management regarding a bush walk, a local community visit, a rhino notching experience or an evening game drive to view nocturnal animals. Note: Some activities may come with additional cost and can only be reserved and paid for directly at the lodge.

During your free time, enjoy time around the pool, an optional spa treatment (at own cost) or simply enjoy a siesta.

DAY 4

Following a morning game drive, enjoy a hearty breakfast followed by time to gather your personal belongings and completely check-out formalities.

Bid the staff farewell before embarking on a 3.5-hour road transfer to Sabi Sands Private Game reserve and onto Kirkman’s Kamp where you will spend the next 2 nights.

Sharing an unfenced boundary with the Kruger National Park, South Africa’s largest and most well-known game reserve in the world, the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve benefits from a great diversity of wildlife. The reserve is, however, world-renowned for its prolific leopard sightings that are just unmatched to anywhere else in the world.

Guests staying at Kirkman’s Kamp have the privilege of traversing 10,500 hectares (26,000 acres) of exclusive-use land that is home to, not only the Big Five but other rare and iconic species. Safaris are led by expert &BEYOND-trained ranger and tracker teams, that ensure sensitive off-roading practices and vehicle limits at sightings ensure the exclusivity of an up-close game viewing experience.

Back at the lodge, step back in time, into the classical ambience of an original 1920s homestead. &BEYOND Kirkman’s Kamp has spectacular views of the unspoiled landscape surrounding the property. Rooms include antique-styled beds that seamlessly blend in with the modern comforts, while private verandas create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

A library offers a sanctuary filled with interesting reads, while the classical sitting room provides the ultimate setting to enjoy a pre-dinner drink. You will also find a rim-flow swimming pool with views of the Sand River. Guests enjoy tea on the rolling lawn, while breakfast and lunch are served on the shady verandas. Dinner is a magnificent affair, where mouth-watering Pan-African menus can be enjoyed in a boma, on the lawns, or in a candlelit bush setting.

On arrival at Kirkman’s Kamp, enjoy lunch followed by check-in formalities. Thereafter enjoy free time in your suite, enjoying your surroundings, prior to your afternoon game drive.

Following your afternoon game drive, return to the lodge and freshen up before dinner is served.

DAY 5

Spend today at Kirkman’s Kamp, enjoying a morning- and afternoon game drive and three meals.

During free time, guests can choose from a variety of activities including interpretive bush and nature walks, private, birding or photographic safaris, a local community visit or even a game of croquet or tennis (complete with Pimms and strawberries). Note: Some activities may come with additional cost and can only be reserved and paid for directly at the lodge.

DAY 6

Depending on flight time, enjoy one last game drive followed by a hearty breakfast and check-out formalities.

Bid the staff farewell before transferring by road, with a lodge representative to Skukuza Airport. Check-in and board your flight to Cape Town.

On arrival at Cape Town International Airport, you are met by a local representative and transferred to your overnight hotel, located inside the popular Victoria and Alfred Waterfront – home to numerous shops, restaurants and plenty of entertainment.

Check-in on arrival and spend the afternoon and evening at leisure. Dinner is on your own this evening.

DAY 7

Following a leisurely breakfast, complete check-out formalities and embark on a city orientation drive of Cape Town, en-route to the harbor where you will embark the ship.

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. You will then receive one last final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review that Welcome Letter and your final itinerary carefully for any 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

•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program

•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and assisted on the short walk to your airport-based 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, meet and greet or transfers are not included.

Day 1

Arrival into Johannesburg

Guests are met by an English-speaking representative and accompanied on the short walk to the hotel which is located inside the airport

3:00pm Official check-in time at hotel

Afternoon at leisure

TBA Dinner at the hotel restaurant

Overnight at InterContinental OR Tambo Hotel or similar

Meet and Greet Service:

•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 assistance is 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 this service 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 Meet and Greet assistance cannot be provided, and guests will be responsible for making their way to the land program hotel at their own expense. Please immediately contact our Reservations Department for any flight changes before departure.

Day 2 - timings below are subject to actual flight times at time of operation.

7:30am Breakfast at hotel followed by check-out formalities

8:30am Leisurely walk to the check in counters at O.R Tambo Airport

9:00am Check-in for a domestic flight to Hoedspruit

10:30am Flight from Johannesburg to Hoedspruit (flight details TBA and subject to change)

11:25am Arrive Hoedspruit Airport and collect luggage

12:00pm Meet your driver / lodge representative and transfer to Ngala Safari Lodge

2:00pm Estimated arrival time at Ngala Safari Lodge (depending on animal sightings)

Enjoy lunch on arrival followed by free time (time permitting)

3:30pm Afternoon tea

4:00pm Afternoon game drive

7:00pm Return to lodge and enjoy dinner

Overnight at Ngala Safari Lodge

Day 3

5:00am Wake up call

5:30am Depart on morning game drive

8:30am Return to lodge and enjoy breakfast

Optional activities - prearrangement required, by talking to your ranger

1:00pm Lunch at the lodge followed by free time

3:30pm Afternoon tea at Ngala Safari Lodge

4:00pm Afternoon game drive

7:00pm Return to lodge and enjoy dinner

Overnight at Ngala Safari Lodge

Day 4

5:00am Wake up call

5:30am Depart on morning game drive

8:30am Return to lodge and enjoy a leisurely breakfast

9:30am Gather your belongings and complete check-out formalities

10:30am Depart Ngala for Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve and Kirkman’s Kamp

2:00pm Estimated arrival time at Kirkman’s Kamp

Enjoy lunch on arrival followed by free time (time permitting)

3:30pm Afternoon tea

4:00pm Afternoon game drive

7:00pm Return to lodge and enjoy dinner

Overnight at Kirkman’s Kamp

Day 5

5:00am Wake up call

5:30am Depart on morning game drive

8:30am Return to lodge and enjoy breakfast

Optional activities - prearrangement required, by talking to your ranger

1:00pm Lunch at the lodge followed by well-deserved free time

3:30pm Afternoon tea at Kirkman’s Kamp

4:00pm Afternoon game drive

7:00pm Return to lodge and enjoy dinner

Overnight at Kirkman’s Kamp

Day 6 - timings below are subject to actual flight times at time of operation.

5:00am Wake up call

5:30am Depart on morning game drive

8:30am Return to lodge and enjoy breakfast

9:30am Gather belongings and check-out

10:00am 20-minute transfer through the bush to Skukuza Airport

10:30am Arrive at Skukuza Airport and check-in for flight to Cape Town

11:40am Flight Skukuza to Cape Town (flight details TBA and subject to change)

2:25pm Arrive Cape Town Airport and collect luggage

3:00pm Meet your representative and depart the airport for your overnight hotel

3:45pm Approximate arrival at the hotel

Check-in, afternoon and evening at leisure

Guests are re-united with any shipped luggage from Johannesburg

Dinner on own

Overnight at One & Only Hotel or similar

Day 7

7:30am Breakfast at the hotel

9:30am Check out and depart the hotel on a city orientation tour en-route to the harbor

12:30pm Approximate arrival at Cape Town harbor for embarkation

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.

In Kruger:

In November, the average high is 94°F (35°C) and the average low is 67°F (19°C)

In January, a typical day ranges from a high of 92°F (33°C) to a low of 69°F (21°C).

In February, daytime temperatures are 20°C/68°F and can sometimes rise into the mid 30°C/86°F. The evening temperatures are usually mild.

What to Bring:

Light colored, cotton clothing, long sleeved shirts and trousers, a lightweight waterproof jacket, walking or hiking shoes, a wide brimmed hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, camera, bathing suit.

Local Currency:

Like Cape Town and Johannesburg, the official currency in Kruger National Park is the South African Rand (ZAR). All major credit cards are accepted.

Electricity:

South Africa’s electrical system is 220/230 volts A/C 50 cycles. We suggest you bring your own travel adaptors if you are bringing electronic devices as converters are not always available.

Luggage:

On the internal 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 maximum of 20 kg/44 lbs)) will be shipped by courier from Johannesburg to your hotel in Cape Town. 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 your home to the ship - 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 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.

5. Guests should bring with them on the flight any paperwork from their doctor and /or specific details that explain the type of device they are bringing on board. Each brand should have a website with paperwork that can be printed for flight.

Documents and Visa Requirements:

A passport that is valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of your intended visit

Your passport must have at least two unused pages for entry / departure endorsements

Please check with your local embassy for any visa requirements for your nationality

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. We would like to take this opportunity to remind all of our guests that it is the ultimate and sole responsibility of the guest to ensure 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.

Hotel addresses:

O.R Tambo InterContinental

Address: Opposite Int'L Arrivals Hall O.R. Tambo International Airport Kempton Park, Johannesburg, 1619

Phone: 011 961 5400

Ngala Safari Lodge

Ngala Private Game Reserve, Timbavati, 1380

Phone: 011 809 4300

Kirkman’s Kamp

Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve, Sabi Sand, 1350

Phone: 011 809 4300

One & Only Hotel Cape Town

Address: One&Only Cape Town, Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town, 8001

Phone: 021 431 5888

*We will only substitute the hotel in unforeseen situations. If the hotel is substituted, it will be similar and with equal ratings and standards and guests will be notified in advance. If guests are not notified of any changes before departure, then the hotel listed in this program will be used.

Please note:

-This program takes place in an area known for malaria risk. Guests should 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 and 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 permitted on safari

-This program is not fully guided. Local representatives will assist you with your transfers; however, the program at the lodge/hotels is run solely and at the discretion by the lodge/hotel staff.

Program Includes for guests

•1 night at the InterContinental O.R Tambo Hotel or similar, Standard Room with dinner and breakfast

•2 nights at Ngala Safari Lodge – Cottage room including accommodation, all meals, two game drives daily and optional bush walk and lodge transfer

•2 nights at Kirkman’s Kamp – Cottage room including accommodation, all meals, two game drives daily and optional bush walk and lodge transfer

•1 night at One & Only Hotel or similar, Marina Harbor Room including breakfast

•English speaking meet and greet at O.R Tambo Airport – Day 1 and 2

•Any road transfers in an air-conditioned luxury vehicle with English speaking driver

•Half day City Orientation tour from Cape Town Hotel to Cape Town Harbor with English speaking driver

•Airport and lodge/hotel porterage

•Economy class internal flights per the itinerary – direct flights not guaranteed

•Luggage shipment of 1 bag per person from JNB to CPT per stipulations 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 arrival information, so that your Meet and Greet assistance can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, this service is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, this service will not be provided

Program excludes:

•Personal expenses such as telephone calls; curio shop purchases; laundry, hotel incidentals

•Champagne and premium brand liquors and wines and any meals not mentioned in the itinerary

•Visa and vaccination fees if required

•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. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.

Price: U$7.699 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.

Embark on a safari to Mashatu, Botswana located in the Northern Tuli Game Reserve. Situated between the Tuli Safari Area, a national park in Zimbabwe and the Mapungubwe National Park, this safari location is a World Heritage Site in South Africa. Mashatu shares unfenced borders with both the South African and Zimbabwean national parks in the south and north respectively. This vast area forms part of a cross boundary wildlife conservation area protecting the substantial biodiversity of fauna and flora in this region.

Special Note: This program begins in Johannesburg, South Africa. Arrival flights need to be booked into the O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). 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.

Please see further below for luggage restrictions as soft sided bags are required for the charter flight to the lodge.

DAY 1 Arrive at Johannesburg’s O.R. Tambo Airport. Clear Customs and Immigration, collect bags and proceed to the exit. An English-speaking representative will await your arrival and accompany you to your transfer vehicle.

Transfer approximately 45-minutes to the suburb of Rosebank where your overnight hotel is located. The official check-in time at the hotel is 3:00pm.

Spend the afternoon and evening at leisure. Dinner will be included at the hotel.

DAY 2 Following breakfast, a driver-guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel for a transfer to Lanseria Airport.

As guests may only bring one piece of soft-sided checked luggage per person, excess luggage (1 piece per person - 23kg / 50 lbs) will be shipped via courier to Cape Town 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. Make sure that luggage to be shipped is labeled well.

Fly from Lanseria to the Limpopo Valley Airfield on a chartered light aircraft flight.

On arrival at Limpopo Valley Airfield in Botswana, proceed through Customs and Immigration and then you will be met by a lodge representative and transferred through the reserve, to Mashatu Lodge.

Mashatu is situated on the eastern fringes of the Kalahari Desert and water is its most precious resource. Around the water sources is where is where you will find enclaves populated by all kinds of wildlife.

Mashatu’s luxury suites lie along the camp’s perimeter and are designed to allow absolute privacy and a communion with the bush and its inhabitants. Watch elephants splashing at the waterhole and listen to the lyrical melody of the woodlands kingfisher. Each of the air-conditioned suites at Mashatu Lodge is tastefully decorated and includes impressive black an white prints of Africa’s most beautiful animals. The ample en-suite bathroom with both bath and shower facilities complete the well-appointed suites.

Meals are a delicious celebration of traditional African Cuisine. Fresh fruits, vegetables, home-made breads and pies, succulent meat dishes and delicious desserts will appeal to a guest who appreciates home cooking at its best.

For a touch of retail therapy, the fully stocked shop showcases a variety of African crafts, clothing and jewellery and sundry items.

When you arrive, you will check-in and then have time to freshen up or to simply enjoy some time at leisure in your new setting prior to high tea and your first game drive.

Mashatu is home to no less than seven of Africa’s “giants” – the African elephant, the lion, giraffe, the baobab tree, the eland, ostrich and the kori bustard. It is therefore fitting that these giants have a massive habitat, and some 31 000 hectares (76600 acres) of pristine game land have been set aside as a refuge for these creatures.

Following an exciting game drive, return to camp for dinner.

DAY 3 AND DAY 4 An early morning call heralds a new day in Africa’s most exciting game reserve. After a snack, your morning game drive allows you to explore the magnificent reserve.

Upon return to camp, enjoy a hearty brunch followed by free time around the pool or the Discovery room.

During your stay at Mashatu, consider embarking on an optional excursion (additional cost) including mountain hiking, safari on foot, safari on horse ride or a safari to one of the underground photographic hides.

Following high tea in the afternoon, you set off again in search of game.

Round off another perfect day at Mashatu with a delicious dinner at camp.

DAY 5

Following one last optional morning game drive, enjoy a hearty breakfast followed by time to gather your personal belongings and complete check-out formalities.

Bid the staff farewell before embarking on a transfer back to Limpopo Valley Airfield for a flight back to Lanseria by light aircraft.

On arrival at Lanseria Airport, collect your luggage and check-in for a scheduled flight to Cape Town, South Africa. Any meals are on own.

On arrival at Cape Town Airport, a driver will be waiting for you after you have gone through Customs and Immigration and will transfer to your overnight hotel. Check-in on arrival and collect any stored luggage that was shipped from Johannesburg. The remainder of the evening is yours at leisure.

DAY 6

Following a leisurely breakfast and morning at the hotel, check-out and depart for the port. Enjoy a brief city orientation tour of the ‘Mother City’ en-route to the harbor where your ship awaits your arrival.

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. You will then receive one last final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review that Welcome Letter and your final itinerary carefully for any 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

Tbc Arrival into Johannesburg

Guests are met by an English-speaking representative and accompanied on a road transfer to the hotel located in Rosebank

3:00pm Official check-in time at hotel

Afternoon at leisure

TBA Dinner at the hotel restaurant

Overnight at 54 on Bath Hotel 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

7:00-9:00am Breakfast at hotel followed by check-out formalities

9:30am Transfer to Lanseria Airport

10:30am Check-in for a light aircraft flight to Limpopo Valley Airfield (LVA)

11:30am Flight: Lanseria to Limpopo Valley Airfield (flight details TBA and subject to change)

1:10pm Arrive at Limpopo Valley Airfield - a lodge representative will meet and transfer to Mashatu Lodge

2:00pm Estimated arrival at Mashatu Lodge – check-in on arrival

3:00pm Afternoon tea

4:00pm Afternoon game drive

7:00pm Return to lodge and enjoy dinner

Overnight at Mashatu Lodge

Day 3

5:30am Wake-up call

6:00am Refreshments at the main lodge

6:30am Depart on morning game drive

9:30am Return to lodge and enjoy brunch followed by free time

Optional activities available

3:00pm Afternoon tea

4:00pm Afternoon game drive

7:00pm Return to lodge and enjoy dinner

Overnight at Mashatu Lodge

Day 4

5:30am Wake-up call

6:00am Refreshments at the main lodge

6:30am Depart on morning game drive

9:30am Return to lodge and enjoy brunch followed by free time

Optional activities available

3:00pm Afternoon tea

4:00pm Afternoon game drive

7:00pm Return to lodge and enjoy dinner

Overnight at Mashatu Lodge

Day 5 -timings are dependent on actual flight times

5:30am Wake-up call

6:00am Refreshments at the main lodge

6:30am Depart on morning game drive

9:30am Return to lodge and enjoy brunch followed by free time

10:30am Gather your belongings

11:00am Official check-out time

12:30pm Depart Euphorbia Villas for Limpopo Valley Airfield

2:30pm Flight from Limpopo Valley to Lanseria (flight details TBA and subject to change)

4:10pm Arrival at Lanseria Airport – collect luggage and free time (consider dinner on own)

8:20pm Flight from Lanseria to Cape Town (Flight details TBA and subject to change)

10:25pm Arrival at Cape Town Airport – go through Customs, collect luggage and meet your driver for transfer to hotel

11:30pm Approximate arrival time at hotel, check-in

Overnight at the Victoria and Alfred Hotel or similar

Day 6

7:00-10:00am Enjoy breakfast at the hotel

Consider a stroll through the Waterfront located on the hotel’s doorstep

11:00am Depart the hotel and enjoy a city orientation tour en route to the harbor

1:00pm Approximate arrival at Cape Town harbor for embarkation

Expected Weather:

February one of the hottest months of the year and tropical thunderstorms are still a regular afternoon feature, so there is a high probability of flooded rivers to add some excitement to game drives. The average air temperature ranges from 23 °C (73 °F) to 40 °C (104 °F) during the day down to 20 °C (68 °F) at night.

In November, the temperatures are high and there is a lot of humidity in the air. The average air temperature ranges from 22 °C (72 °F) to 37 °C (99 °F) during the day down to 21 °C (70 °F) at night.

What to Bring:

Light, cotton clothing in light tones, long sleeved shirts and trousers, a lightweight waterproof jacket, a good pair of running shoes or hiking shoes, a wide brimmed hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, camera, charger, bathing suit.

Local Currency:

In Cape Town and Johannesburg, the official currency is the South African Rand (ZAR). The pula is the currency of Botswana. All major credit cards are accepted too in both countries.

Electricity:

South Africa operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz. In Botswana the standard voltage is 230 V and the frequency is 50 Hz. You can use your electric appliances in Botswana, if the standard voltage in your country is in between 220 - 240 V (as is in the UK, Europe, Australia and most of Asia and Africa). Manufacturers take these small deviations into account.

Luggage information:

Check-in luggage on regional/domestic flights is 1 piece per person (20kg/44 lbs) and 1 carry on (7 kg/15 lbs) plus personal item which must fit under the seat in front of you or in the overhead bin.

During the chartered light aircraft flights to/from Limpopo Valley Airfield, only 1 soft sided bag per person is allowed. Maximum length: 62cm (24 inches), Width: 25cm (10 inches), Height: 30cm (12inches) including hand luggage and camera equipment.

As guests may only bring one piece of soft-sided checked luggage per person, excess luggage (1 piece per person - 23kg/ 50 lbs) will be shipped via courier to Cape Town 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.

Alternatively, you may wish to contact Luggage Forward to make your own luggage transfer arrangements (at own cost) from your home to the ship - www.luggageforward.com Phone: 877-231-5131

Documents and Visa Requirements:

Visiting South Africa - a passport or travel document valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of your intended visit. Your passport must have at least two unused page for each entry / departure stamp. U.S. citizens (U.S. passport holders) visiting the Republic of South Africa for ninety (90) days or less for tourism / business purposes do not need visas (subject to change). Note you will enter South Africa for the start of the program and then again on Day 5 so you should have at least 4 blank pages in your passport.

Visiting Botswana - a passport with at least six months of validity remaining is required. U.S. citizens are permitted stays up to 90 days total within a 12-month period without a visa. The total stay permitted for each visit is recorded on the entry stamp by Botswana immigration officials and may be less than 90 days.

Please check with your local embassy for any visa requirements for your nationality for Namibia or 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.

Hotel addresses:

54 on Bath Hotel

Address: 54 Bath Ave, Rosebank, Johannesburg

Phone: 011 344 8500

Mashatu Lodge

Northern Tuli Game Reserve

V&A Hotel

Address: PierHead, V&A Complex, Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town

Phone: 021 419 6677

*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.

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.

•Malaria is a low-risk threat in the Northern Tuli Game Reserve region, and people entering the area should consult their doctors regarding anti-malarial prophylactics.

•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.

Program Includes for guests:

•1 night at 54 on Bath Hotel (Standard Room) – Dinner, bed and breakfast – dinner will include two local beverages with tea or coffee, gratuity included

•3 nights at Mashatu Lodge (Luxury Suite) - fully inclusive basis i.e. accommodation, all meals, game drives daily, local beverages, conservation fees and including return Limpopo Valley Airfield transfers

•1 night at Victoria and Alfred Hotel (Mountain Facing Rooms) – Bed and breakfast

•English-speaking Meet and Greet at O.R.Tambo Airport – Day 1

•Transfers in air-conditioned luxury vehicles with English speaking driver, including water on board vehicle

•Brief city orientation tour from Cape Town Hotel to Cape Town Harbour in an air-conditioned luxury vehicle with English speaking driver, including water on board vehicle

•Luggage shipment and stored luggage of 1 piece per person from Johannesburg to Cape Town (maximum 20kg/44 lbs)

•Light aircraft flights between Lanseria and the Limpopo Valley Airfield including 1 piece of soft sided luggage

•Airport and lodge/hotel porterage

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 that a transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, this service is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, a transfer will not be provided.

Program Excludes for guests:

•Personal expenses such as telephone calls; curio shop purchases; laundry, hotel incidentals

•Champagne and premium brand liquors and wines and any meals not mentioned in the itinerary

•Visa and vaccination fees if required

•Gratuities to drivers, luggage porters, tour guides and safari guides

•Excess or overweight luggage fees for any flights above what is included

•Extra activities that may be available at the lodge

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.

Price: U$7.999 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.

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

Upon arrival at the Cape Town International Airport you will be met outside the Customs and Immigration area and transferred to your city-based hotel where you will spend the night. Check-in time is at 2:00pm. Although every effort will be made to have rooms available before this time this cannot be guaranteed. If you are arriving quite early, in order to guarantee a room to be available when you arrive, you will need to book an additional night’s stay.

The remainder of the day is at your leisure. Meals are on your own.

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

After breakfast at your hotel and check-out formalities, embark on an orientation tour of the city before transferring to the port for embarkation.

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. 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

Arrive at the Cape Town International Airport. You are met and transferred to your city- based hotel

Check-in time at 2:00pm. Early check-in is not guaranteed. To guarantee early check-in you may wish to book an extra night.

Remainder of day at leisure. Lunch and dinner on own

Overnight at the Southern Sun Cullinan 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 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 for Franschhoek

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 similar hotel

DAY 3

From 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 similar hotel

DAY 4

From 6:30am Breakfast at hotel

10:30am Check-out formalities

11:00am Board vehicles and depart hotel for the harbor via a City Orientation tour

12:30pm Approximate arrival at the port for embarkation

Expected Weather

November is the beginning of summer in South Africa. It is typically a warm month in Cape Town, with an average daytime temperature of 23.8°C (74.84°F).

In January the average maximum daytime temperature in Cape Town in January lies at 27.2°C (80.96°F).

The average maximum daytime temperature in Cape Town in February lies at 27.7°C (81.86°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 the Southern Sun Cullinan 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 1

•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 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:

•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, 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

Price: U$1.899 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.

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

Upon arrival at the Cape Town International Airport you will be met outside the Customs and Immigration area and transferred to your city-based hotel where you will spend the night. Check-in time is at 2:00pm. Although every effort will be made to have rooms available before this time this cannot be guaranteed. If you are arriving quite early, in order to guarantee a room to be available when you arrive, you will need to book an additional night’s stay.

The remainder of the day is at your leisure. Meals are on your own.

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

After breakfast at your hotel and check-out formalities, embark on a half day tour of the city before transferring to the port for embarkation.

Begin with a visit to 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 the port via a brief city orientation tour of Cape Town passing through Adderley Street and along the Foreshore.

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.

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 2:00pm (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 2:00pm.

•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.

DAY 1

Arrive at the Cape Town International Airport. You are met and transferred to your city- based hotel

Check-in time at 2:00pm. Early check-in is not guaranteed. To guarantee early check-in you may wish to book an extra night.

Remainder of day at leisure. Lunch and dinner on own

Overnight at the Southern Sun Cullinan 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

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 Southern Sun 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 Southern Sun Cullinan or similar hotel

DAY 4

6:30-10am Breakfast at your hotel

9:00am Gather belongs and check out

10:00am Depart for Lower Cable Car Way Road

10:30am Ascend Table Mountain by cable car and explore the top of the mountain, enjoying a bird’s eye view of the city (weather dependent)

12:30pm Descend the mountain by cable car and re-board vehicle

1:00pm Onward transfer to the port via city orientation tour

2:00pm Approximate arrival time at the port for embarkation

Expected Weather:

November is the beginning of summer in South Africa. It is typically a warm month in Cape Town, with an average daytime temperature of 23.8°C (74.84°F).

In January the average maximum daytime temperature in Cape Town in January lies at 27.2°C (80.96°F).

The average maximum daytime temperature in Cape Town in February lies at 27.7°C (81.86°F).

In May the average maximum daytime temperature in Cape Town in January lies at 65°F / 18°C

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:

Southern Sun Cullinan Hotel

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 the Southern Sun Cullinan or similar (Standard double Room) including breakfast

•Touring in an air-conditioned vehicle with English speaking driver and qualified guide

•Table Mountain return cable car ticket (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 1 by sedan or van, with driver only

•Airport Representative – day 1

•1 x full day Hospitality Desk at the 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 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:

•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. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.

Price: U$1.699 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.

Enjoy one night in Cape Town before flying to the Eastern Cape of South Africa where you will spend two nights at Shamwari’s Bayethe Tented 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.

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: This program begins in Cape Town therefore arrival flights must be into the Cape Town International Airport.

Special 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.

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

Upon arrival at the Cape Town International Airport, you will be met outside the Customs and Immigration area and transferred to your city-based hotel, where you will spend the evening. Lunch and dinner are on your own.

Please note that guests who fail to arrive by Day 1 of their land program will be considered a no-show and hotel space for the duration of the program will be released. Arrangements for accommodation and transfers will be at the expense of guests.

Day 2

After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, you will transfer 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 safari destination.

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 3

You will spend the entire day at your selected establishment, where two game drives and all meals are included.

Day 4

After one final morning game drive and breakfast, check out and 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.

The remainder of the day will be at your leisure with lunch and dinner on own.

NOTE: Activities and meals on this day are subject to your flight time. The Westin is located within walking distance to the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront where you will find a myriad of shops and restaurants.

Day 5

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel.

After check-out you will have a brief city orientation drive through Cape Town en route to the harbor where you will embark 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 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. You will then receive one last final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review that Welcome Letter and your final itinerary carefully for any 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

•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program

•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 2:00pm (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 2:00pm.

•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.

DAY 1

Arrive into the Cape Town International Airport (according to individual flight arrival times)

Meet and greet and transfer to your city-based hotel

Check-in time is at 2:00pm

The remainder of the afternoon and evening at leisure – meals on own

Overnight at the Westin Hotel or similar

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 timing and game drive are dependent on flight time

7:00am Breakfast at hotel

9:00am Depart hotel for the 30 minute transfer to Cape Town International Airport

9:30am Check-in for flight to Port Elizabeth

12:35pm Flight Cape Town – Port Elizabeth (flights TBA and subject to change)

1:55pm Arrive Port Elizabeth Airport and transfer 1.5- 2 hours to your safari destination

3:30pm Arrival at safari destination, check in and afternoon tea

4:00pm Afternoon game drive (dependent on flight time)

7:30pm Return to the lodge

8:00pm Dinner at the lodge

Overnight at Shamwari Bayethe Tented Lodge

DAY 3

5:30am Wake-up call

6:00am Hot tea and coffee served at main lodge

6:30am Morning game drive

9:00am Return to the lodge for breakfast and free time

12:00pm Lunch

3:30pm Afternoon tea

4:00pm Afternoon game drive

7:30pm Return to the lodge

8:00pm Dinner at the lodge

Overnight at Shamwari Bayethe Tented Lodge

DAY 4 - timing and game drive are dependent on flight time

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 Gather belongings and check out

11:10am Transfer 1 ½ - 2 hours to Port Elizabeth Airport

1:00pm Arrive and check-in for flight to Cape Town

2:35pm Flight Port Elizabeth to Cape Town (flight details TBA and subject to change)

4:00pm Arrive Cape Town International Airport, collect luggage and transfer to your hotel

5:00pm Arrive at the hotel and check-in

Afternoon and dinner at leisure

Overnight at Westin Hotel or similar

DAY 5

6:30-10:30am Breakfast at hotel

11:00am Official check-out time

11:30am Depart the hotel, city orientation tour en-route to the harbor

1:00pm Approximate arrival time at the harbor for embarkation

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. Guests are advised not to forget their sunhats, sun block, sunglasses, as well as their cameras and binoculars.

•The roads in the game reserve are dirt and gravel. There are also inclines and certain parts of the game-drive can be bumpy.

•This tour is suitable for guests with mobility restrictions, provided that a travel companion accompany’s them. Confirmation would be strictly subject to availability of accessible rooms at the time of booking. There are some steps to access the tents.

•Children under 6 years of age are permitted on safari

•This program is not fully guided. Local representatives will assist you with your transfers however, the game drives and activities at the lodge are run solely and at the discretion by the lodge/hotel staff.

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.

In the Eastern Cape, you can expect the average maximum daytime temperature in November to be around 24.3°C (75.74°F). The average minimum temperature goes down to around 14.2°C (57.56°F).

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, chargers and 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 where you will be reunited with it at your hotel on Day 4. 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

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 The Westin Hotel or similar hotel – deluxe room (Bed and Breakfast)

*Two nights at Shamwari Bayethe Lodge (Luxury Tent) including full board - all meals and game drives

*Two local beverages during meals at your safari establishment

*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 2 - 4 – 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 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:

*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. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.

Price: U$4.099 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.

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

Upon arrival at Johannesburg’s O.R. Tambo International Airport, you will be met outside the Customs and Immigration area and transferred to your city-based hotel, where you will spend the evening. Lunch and dinner are on your own.

Check in time at your hotel is at 2:00pm. Although every effort will be made to have rooms available sooner, this cannot be guaranteed. Should you have an early arriving flight you may wish to book an extra night so that your room is available upon arrival.

DAY 2

After breakfast and check out, you will be met and transferred to the airport then check-in for your flight to Kasane, Botswana.

As guests may only bring one piece of checked luggage per person, excess luggage (1 piece per person) will be shipped via courier to Cape Town 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 Kasane, proceed through Customs and Immigration and then another local representative will assist with your transfer to Chobe Game Lodge. Your lodge is located adjacent to the Chobe National Park.

If time allows, enjoy lunch 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 3

After an early-morning wake-up call and coffee or tea in the lobby, 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 4

After enjoying one last optional game drive and breakfast, check-out from the lodge and transfer cross the border between Botswana and Zimbabwe by road en-route to Victoria falls. (Visas will need to be purchased at the border for Zimbabwe). The drive is approximately 1- 1.5 hours depending on border time.

On arrival at The Palm River Hotel, check in and enjoy lunch.

Later in the afternoon, 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 5

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).

Your program here concludes with a transfer to the Victoria Falls Airport where you will take a flight to Cape Town.

In Cape Town you will be met and transferred to your hotel which is located downtown and within walking distance to the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront where you will find a wide array of shopping and dining options. Lunch and dinner are on your own today.

Guests will be reunited with any excess luggage that was stored in Johannesburg and shipped to Cape Town.

NOTE: Activities and meals on this day are subject to your flight time

DAY 6

After breakfast and check-out is completed, you will be transferred to the Cape Town Harbor, where you will embark the ship. Enjoy a panoramic city tour enroute.

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. You will then receive one last final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review that Welcome Letter and your final itinerary carefully for any 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

•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program

•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 2:00pm (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 2:00pm.

•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.

DAY 1

Arrival of your flight into Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport.

Meet and greet and transfer to your city-based hotel

Check-in time is at 2:00pm

The remainder of the afternoon and evening at leisure – meals on your own

Overnight at 54 on Bath

Meet and Greet

•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.

•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 – timings subject to change based on flight details. Below is a sample itinerary

From 6:30am Breakfast at the hotel and complete check-out formalities

8:30am Check-out and transfer to the airport where you will check-in for your flight to Kasane, Botswana

9:50am Check-in for flight to Kasane

11:50am Flight from Johannesburg to Kasane (Flight details TBA and subject to change).

A very light snack is served on the flight

1:35pm Arrival in Kasane, a lodge representative will meet and transfer to your lodge

2:30pm Approximate arrival at lodge followed by check-in formalities

3:30pm Afternoon tea

4:00pm Afternoon game drive

7:00pm Dinner at the lodge

Overnight at Chobe Game Lodge

DAY 3

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 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 4

6:00am Wake-up call

6:30am Breakfast

7:00am Morning game drive

10:00am Check-out formalities

11:00am Transfer to Victoria Falls, border crossing at Botswana/Zimbabwe – visas required

12:30pm Approximate arrival time at hotel – enjoy lunch followed by check-in formalities

2:00pm Check-in time

Spend the afternoon at leisure

4:00pm Transfer from hotel to Zambezi River & jetty

4:30pm Depart on 2-hour sunset boat cruise on Zambezi River

6:30pm After your cruise, return to hotel and freshen up prior to dinner

8:00pm Informal dinner at hotel (Jungle Junction restaurant or similar)

Overnight at The Palm River Hotel

DAY 5– timings subject to change based on flight details. Below is a sample itinerary

8:00am After breakfast and check-out at hotel, transfer to the rain forest

8:30am Embark on a guided tour of the Falls – Zimbabwe side

10:30am Transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for your direct flight to Cape Town

11:15am Check-in time for your flight to Cape Town

1:15pm Flight from Victoria Falls to Cape Town (flight details TBA and subject to change)

A very light snack is served during flight

4:20pm Arrival into Cape Town – clear customs and immigration and collect luggage

5:00pm You are met by a local representative and escorted to your awaiting vehicle

5:15pm Transfer to your overnight hotel, which is located downtown

6:00pm Approximate arrival time at your hotel – check-in and spend the evening at leisure

Dinner will be on your own

Overnight at The Westin Hotel

DAY 6

6:30-10:30am Breakfast at the hotel

11:00am Official check-out time

11:30am Depart the hotel and embark on a city orientation tour en- route to the harbour

1:00pm Approximate arrival time at the harbour for embarkation

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 stored in Johannesburg from Days 2 – 5 and it will be shipped to your hotel in Cape Town.

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 your home to the ship - 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 crossing the border between Botswana and Zimbabwe. Visas are payable only in cash and are approximately $80 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.

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.

The above information is subject to change and serves as a guide only. We would like to take this opportunity to remind all of our guests that it is the ultimate and sole responsibility of the guest to ensure 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 for your nationality.

Accommodation:

54 on Bath

54 Bath Avenue, Rosenbank

Phone: +27 11 344 8500

Chobe Game Lodge

Chobe National Park

Soerondela, Botswana

Phone: +267 77 000 855

Palm River Hotel

Stand 1403 Parkway Drive

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Phone: +263 71 756 4299

The Westin

Convention Square, Lower Long St. CTICC

Phone: +27 21 412 9999

*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 54 on Bath or similar -standard double 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 Palm River Hotel or similar - standard double room (including all meals)

*1 night at Westin or similar - standard double room (Bed & Breakfast)

*1 lunch and 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 Johannesburg from Days 2 – 4 and shipment by courier to Cape Town

*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 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:

*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

*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. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.

Price: U$5.199 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.

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 begins in Cape Town therefore arrival flights must be into 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

Upon arrival at the Cape Town International Airport, you will be met outside the Customs and Immigration area and transferred to your city-based hotel, where you will spend the evening. Lunch and dinner are on your own.

Please note that guests who fail to arrive by Day 1 of their land program will be considered a no-show and hotel space for the duration of the program will be released. Arrangements for accommodation and transfers will be at the expense of guests.

Day 2

After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, you will transfer 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 3

You will spend the entire day at Gorah Elephant Camp, where two game drives and all meals are included.

Day 4

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 5

You will spend the entire day on the Shamwari Game Reserve, where two game drives and all meals are included.

Day 6

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 Cape Town harbor, where you will embark the ship.

NOTE: Activities and meals on this day are subject to your flight time

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 lodges and hotels 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. You will then receive one last final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review that Welcome Letter and your final itinerary carefully for any 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

•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program

•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 2:00pm (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 2:00pm.

•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.

DAY 1

Arrive into the Cape Town International Airport (according to individual flight arrival times)

Meet and greet and transfer to your city-based hotel

Check-in time is at 2:00pm

The remainder of the afternoon and evening at leisure – meals on own

Overnight at the Westin Hotel or similar

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

7:00am Breakfast at hotel

TBA Depart hotel for the 30 minute transfer to Cape Town International Airport

TBA Check-in for flight to Port Elizabeth

TBA Flight 1 hour & 30 minutes: Cape Town – Port Elizabeth (flights TBA and subject to change)

TBA Arrive Port Elizabeth Airport and transfer 1.5- 2 hours) to your safari destination

TBA Arrival at safari destination (check-in time at 2:00pm)

TBA Afternoon tea

TBA Afternoon game drive (dependent on flight time)

TBA Return to the lodge

TBA 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

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 4

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 5

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 6 – timings subject to change based on flight details. Below is a sample itinerary

4:00am Wake-up call

4:45am Check out of lodge with packed breakfast

5:00am Transfer 1 ½ - 2 hours to Port Elizabeth Airport

7:00am Arrive Port Elizabeth Airport & check-in for flight to Cape Town

8:15am Flight Port Elizabeth – Cape Town

9:40am Arrive Cape Town International Airport, collect luggage and transfer to the Cape Town harbor

10:30am Arrive at the pier for embarkation

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 chargers, 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 and then transferred to the port for embarkation. 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:

*One night at The Westin Hotel or similar hotel – deluxe room (Bed &Breakfast)

*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

*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 2 - 6 – maximum 2 pieces of luggage per person

*Luggage transfer from the hotel to the ship on day 6

*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 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:

*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

*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. Guests failing to arrive on Day 1 of a scheduled land program will be considered a no-show and their hotel space released.

Price: U$5.899 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.

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 PRE-Cruise Program begins in Johannesburg and therefore guests need to fly into 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

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 inside the airport terminal.

Check in time at your hotel is at 2:00pm. Although every effort will be made to have rooms available sooner, this cannot be guaranteed. Should you have an early arriving flight you may wish to book an extra night so that your room is available upon arrival.

DAY 2

After breakfast and check out, meet your local escort and walk to the terminal to check in for a flight to Kasane, Botswana.

As guests may only bring one piece of checked luggage per person, excess luggage (1 piece per person) will be shipped via courier to Cape Town 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 Kasane, proceed through Customs and Immigration and then another local representative will assist with your transfer to Chobe Chilwero. Your lodge is located on the Chobe River, not far from the entrance to Chobe National Park.

If time allows, enjoy lunch 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 3

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 4

After enjoying one last optional game drive and breakfast, check-out from the lodge and transfer cross the border between Botswana and Zimbabwe by road en route to Victoria falls. (Visas will need to purchased at the border for Zimbabwe). The drive is approximately 1- 1.5 hours depending on border time.

On arrival at the Victoria Falls hotel, check in and enjoy lunch.

Later in the afternoon, 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 5

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).

Your program here concludes with a transfer to the Victoria Falls Airport where you will take a flight to Cape Town.

In Cape Town you will be met and transferred to your hotel which is located at the Victoria And Alfred Waterfront where you will find a wide array of shopping and dining options. Lunch and dinner are on your own today.

Guests will be reunited with any excess luggage that was stored in Johannesburg and shipped to Cape Town.

NOTE: Activities and meals on this day are subject to your flight time

DAY 6

After breakfast and check-out is completed, you will be transferred to the Cape Town Harbour via a city orientation tour.

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. You will then receive one last final itinerary from our ground operator with a Welcome Letter upon arrival or at your hotel. Please review that Welcome Letter and your final itinerary carefully for any 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

•All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the hotel that is used on the FIRST NIGHT of your land program

•If you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be met as per the flight details provided and assisted with the walk to your airport-based hotel. Check-in is 2:00pm (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 2:00pm.

•If you book extra nights on your own, transfers are not included.

DAY 1

Arrival of your flight into Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport.

You will be met outside Customs and Immigration and assisted on the walk to your airport-based hotel.

2:00pm Hotel check-in time

Lunch and dinner are on your own

Overnight at the Intercontinental OR Tambo or similar hotel

Meet and Greet

•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 is 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 meet and greet 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 meet and greet 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 – timings subject to change based on flight details. Below is a sample itinerary

From 6:30am Breakfast at the hotel and complete check-out formalities

9:15am You are met and accompanied on a short walk to the airport to check-in for your flight to Kasane, Botswana

9:50am Check-in for flight to Kasane

11:50am Flight from Johannesburg to Kasane (Flight details TBA and subject to change).

A very light snack is served on the flight

1:35pm Arrival in Kasane, a lodge representative will meet and transfer to your lodge

2:30pm Approximate arrival at lodge followed by check-in formalities

3:30pm Afternoon tea

4:00pm Afternoon game drive

7:00pm Dinner at the lodge

Overnight at Chobe Chilwero Lodge

DAY 3

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 time at the pool)

3:30pm Afternoon tea

4:00pm Afternoon river cruise

7:00pm Dinner at the lodge

Overnight at Chobe Chilwero Lodge

DAY 4

6:00am Wake-up call

6:30am Breakfast

7:00am Morning game drive

10:00am Check-out formalities

11:00am Transfer to Victoria Falls, border crossing at Botswana/Zimbabwe – visas required

12:30pm Approximate arrival time at hotel – enjoy lunch followed by check-in formalities

2:00pm Check in time

Spend the afternoon at leisure

4:00pm Transfer from hotel to Zambezi River & jetty

4:30pm Depart on 2-hour sunset boat cruise on Zambezi River

6:30pm After your cruise, return to hotel and freshen up prior to dinner

8:00pm Informal dinner at hotel (Jungle Junction restaurant or similar)

Overnight at Victoria Falls Hotel

DAY 5– timings subject to change based on flight details. Below is a sample itinerary

8:00am After breakfast and check-out at hotel, transfer to the rain forest

8:30am Embark on a guided tour of the Falls – Zimbabwe side

10:30am Transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for your direct flight to Cape Town

11:15am Check-in time for your flight to Cape Town

1:15pm Flight from Victoria Falls to Cape Town (flight details TBA and subject to change) A very light snack is served during flight

4:20pm Arrival into Cape Town – clear customs and immigration and collect luggage

5:00pm You are met by a local representative and escorted to your awaiting vehicle

5:15pm Transfer to your overnight hotel, located within the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

6:00pm Approximate arrival time at your hotel – check-in and spend the evening at leisure

Dinner will be on your own

Overnight and the Victoria and Alfred Hotel

DAY 6

6:30-10:30am Breakfast at the hotel

11:00am Official check-out time

11:30am Depart the hotel and embark on a city orientation tour en-route to the harbor

1:00pm Approximate arrival time at the harbor for embarkation

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 stored in Johannesburg from Days 2 – 5 and it will be shipped to your hotel in Cape Town.

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 your home to the ship - 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 crossing the border between Botswana and Zimbabwe. Visas are payable only in cash and are approximately $80 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.

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.

The above information is subject to change and serves as a guide only. We would like to take this opportunity to remind all of our guests that it is the ultimate and sole responsibility of the guest to ensure 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 for your nationality.

Accommodation:

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

The Victoria Falls Hotel

1, Mallet Drive, Victoria Falls, PO Box 10, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Phone: +263 83 284 4751

Chobe Chilwero Lodge

Chobe National Park, Kasane, Botswana

Phone: +27 11 438 4650