Wendy Wu Ultimate Africa: Ocean, Rail & Safari

Days 1-2: Fly UK to Mauritius
Fly overnight to Mauritius. On arrival, transfer to your all-inclusive hotel and enjoy the rest of the day to relax.
(Dinner)

Day 3: Explore Mauritius
Today, take a private tour of the southwestern corner of the island. Learn about Mauritian culture on the shores of Grand Bassin, visiting a sacred Hindu site. Then, drive through the Black River Gorges National Park, pausing to admire Alexandra Falls before a stop at Chamarel Seven Coloured Earth Geopark. Then, visit a rum distillery for a tour where you’ll taste various varieties. Later in the day, explore the Curious Corner of Chamarel.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 4: Mauritius at leisure
Spend a day relaxing at the hotel or explore the local area.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 5: Board the Azamara Onward
After breakfast, transfer to Port Louis to board the Azamara Onward. The rest of the day is free to explore the ship’s facilities and settle into your cabin.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 6: Cruise – Reunion*
Arrive at the island of Reunion where you’ll dock at Pointes des Galets. From here you can head out on a hike or relax on one of the beaches.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 7: Cruise – At Sea
Use today to explore the facilities and entertainment aboard the Onward
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 8: Cruise – Madagascar*
Port at Taolagnaro on Madagascar’s southeast coast.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Days 9-10: Cruise – At Sea
Relax onboard the ship as you sail towards South Africa.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 11: Cruise – Richards Bay
Dock at Richards Bay on the Eastern Cape, great for surfing. It’s also a great spot for visiting Big 5 game reserves.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 12: Cruise – Durban*
Arrive in the city of Durban, where you’ll find golden beaches and brilliant mountain views.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 13: Cruise – At Sea
Another full day to enjoy the Azamara Onward
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 14: Cruise – Port Elizabeth*
Port at Port Elizabeth. Choose to relax on one of the beaches, explore local cuisine or explore the nearby wilderness
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 15: Cruise – At Sea
A final day at sea to relax onboard.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 16: Cruise – Cape Town*
Explore Cape Town with your guide, visiting Greenmarket Square, the Castle of Good Hope, Company Gardens and colourful Bo-Kaap. Take the cableway up Table Mountain (weather permitting) for panoramic views, then enjoy a 14-course African dining experience at Gold Restaurant before returning to Azamara Onward.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 17: Arrive Cape Town
Disembark in Cape Town and explore the Cape Peninsula, travelling along scenic Chapman’s Peak (weather permitting) and visiting Boulders Beach to see African penguins. Later, fly to Johannesburg and transfer to Pretoria.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 18: All aboard Rovos Rail
Discover Pretoria’s highlights, including the Union Buildings, Voortrekker Monument and Paul Kruger House, with a drive past Church Square. Later, board the elegant Rovos Rail, settling in as your journey begins, ending the day with dinner in the dining car.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 19: Rovos – At Leisure
As you cross the Tropic of Capricorn and the Limpopo River, relax aboard Rovos Rail, enjoying fine dining, onboard comforts and ever-changing South African scenery.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 20: Rovos – Matobo National Park
Wake to views of Zimbabwe’s baobab landscapes and Bulawayo before a visit to Matobo National Park, where you can spot rhinos and black eagles, see ancient rock art, and explore bushmen caves and Cecil Rhodes’ grave.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 21: Rovos – Hwange National Park
Enjoy breakfast as the train travels along Hwange National Park’s edge, followed by an afternoon game drive to spot its abundant wildlife, before returning onboard for dinner.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 22: Arrive in Victoria Falls
Disembark at Victoria Falls and transfer to Botswana. Enjoy a sunset cruise on the Chobe River, spotting elephants, buffalo and antelope along the shoreline.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 23: Chobe National Park
Start with an early-morning game drive in Chobe National Park, renowned for its high concentration of wildlife. Return for lunch, then head out again on an afternoon game drive.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 24: Zambezi Cruise
Enjoy a final morning game drive in Chobe before returning to Victoria Falls. Later, take a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River, with views of the falls’ mist rising in the distance.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 25: Victoria Falls
Today, visit the majestic and immense Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Explore the falls with a guided tour followed by an afternoon at leisure. Later, enjoy a farewell dinner at a riverside restaurant.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner)

Day 26: Fly to UK
Fly from Victoria Falls to the UK, arriving home the same or following day.
(Breakfast)

*Throughout your cruise, when your ship comes into port, there will be a range of excursions available to help you explore each destination. These excursions are at your own expense and are bookable on your cruise reservation

GOLD Restaurant
Spend an evening on a culinary adventure as you dine on an epic 14 course dinner, tasting flavours from across the continent.

Rovos Rail
Travel on board the Edwardian-style Rovos Rail

Game Drives
Take game drives in both Hwange and Chobe national parks

• Return flights & transfers
• 4* accommodation
• 12nts aboard Azamara Onward
• 4nts on Rovos Rail in Pullman cabin
• All meals: 24 breakfasts, 23 lunches & 24 dinners
• Selected drinks, including alcoholic beverages while on cruise
• Cruise gratuities and self-service laundry on board
• Touring with guides and entrance fees

Cruise & Tour
These tours combine the best of the world’s ocean cruises with award-winning touring itineraries to create unforgettable holidays. The fully inclusive touring ethos, where everything is taken care of, is the perfect match for a carefree voyage to the exotic corners of the world.

This tour has a maximum group size of 28 people per group

This tour has a physical rating of 1. A reasonable level of fitness is required. Expect to be on your feet for most of the day walking around sights, often including steps and getting on and off coaches, trains, or boats. Occasional longer walks may be included.

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