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14 Night Classic Kenya and Southern Africa and Land Tour

From Johannesburg to Nairobi

Zambezi Queen

AMA Waterways
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14154947
  • Departs: Thu, Oct 7, 2027
  • Returns: Thu, Oct 21, 2027
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    Itinerary Summary

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Oct 7, 2027
    Day
    1
    Johannesburg, South Africa
    • Johannesburg, South Africa
    On arrival, you will be met by your local AmaWaterways host and transferred to the lovely Fairlawns Boutique Hotel situated in a parklike setting in the Sandton neighborhood of Johannesburg.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Oct 8, 2027
    Day
    2
    Johannesburg, South Africa
    • Johannesburg, South Africa
    • Air Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 2 - Friday - Oct 8, 2027
    Day
    2
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Kasane, Botswana
    In the morning, transfer to the airport for a flight to Kasane. Here, you will be transferred to the Chobe River that forms the border between Botswana and Namibia. Tender boats will transport you to Zambezi Queen, moored on the Namibia side of the river. Settle into your stateroom, enjoy a mid-afternoon snack, and in the evening, be treated to a Welcome Cocktail Reception and Dinner. (B,D) ...
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    Saturday - Oct 9, 2027
    Day
    3
    • Cruising the Chobe River, Botswana
    Embark on a morning boat safari and experience the Chobe River's diverse game viewing. Afterwards, return to Zambezi Queen for lunch. As the ship cruises along the Chobe River, you can spend time in the splash pool, visit the spa, or perhaps catch up with your favorite book. Later in the day, revel in the panoramic views with another boat safari opportunity. (B,L,D) ...
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    Sunday - Oct 10, 2027
    Day
    4
    • Cruising the Chobe River, Botswana
    Start your day off with a boat safari. Later, a local African village invites you to experience the local culture firsthand. Spend time with the children of the village as well as its elders and learn about their day-to-day life. After lunch onboard, you can choose between a boat safari, bird watching, or fishing. Spend your last evening aboard reveling in a festive African-themed dinner hosted by your crew-complete with singing and dancing. (B,L,D) ...
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    Monday - Oct 11, 2027
    Day
    5
    • Kasane, Botswana
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 5 - Monday - Oct 11, 2027
    Day
    5
    • Bus Travel
    • Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
    Disembark and join a wildlife safari of Chobe National Park in open-top 4x4 vehicles. Be on the lookout for elephants, giraffes, zebras, sable, warthogs, and Cape buffaloes. Prides of lions, hyenas, and (more rarely) cheetahs may also appear along the way. For lunch, take a seat under the trees and savor a delicious picnic. Later this afternoon, transfer to Victoria Falls, then enjoy a special dinner with live local entertainment at your hotel. (B,L,D) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Oct 12, 2027
    Day
    6
    • Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
    Join a local guide for a tour of Victoria Falls. Learn about its history as well as the flora and fauna that make this area so unique. In the evening, embark on a private sunset cruise along the Zambezi River. Relax onboard as you observe a variety of wildlife while enjoying a delicious mix of tapas with drinks. (B) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Oct 13, 2027
    Day
    7
    • Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
    • Bus Travel
    • Livingstone, Zambia
    • Bus Travel
    • Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
    This morning, you are invited on a leisurely guided walk across the Victoria Falls Bridge, which connects the countries of Zimbabwe and Zambia. Once in Zambia, explore the more intimate side of the falls and visit the historic town of Livingstone. Later, head back to Zimbabwe for a free afternoon. As a special treat tonight, head out on a safari to seek out the elusive black rhino and other nocturnal animals, followed by a three-course bush dinner. (B,D) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Oct 14, 2027
    Day
    8
    • Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
    • Bus Travel
    • Livingstone, Zambia
    • Air Travel
    • Nairobi, Kenya
    Enjoy a morning at your leisure, then cross the border into Zambia and fly from Livingstone to Nairobi, where you will be met by an AmaWaterways representative and transferred to the Serena Nairobi Hotel. (B)

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Oct 15, 2027
    Day
    9
    Nairobi, Kenya
    • Nairobi, Kenya
    Enjoy a mid-morning start to your day as you head just outside Nairobi to the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, which operates a successful orphan elephant rescue and rehabilitation center. After lunch in the garden, visit the Giraffe Centre, home to the endangered Rothschild giraffes. Next is a visit to the Karen Blixen Museum on the site of a former coffee plantation. Blixen, a renowned author, wrote her nonfiction memoir Out of Africa, reflecting on her life in Kenya. Enjoy the evening at your leisure. (B,L) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Oct 16, 2027
    Day
    10
    Nairobi, Kenya
    • Nairobi, Kenya
    • Air Travel
    • Amboseli, Kenya
    This morning, a short flight transports you to Amboseli, an area known for its large elephant herds and spectacular views of 19,341-foot (5,895-meter) Mount Kilimanjaro. The name Amboseli comes from the Maa word meaning "salty, dry place". Your destination is Tortilis Camp, where you will spend the next two nights in a luxury tent. In the afternoon, you're invited to join a game drive. (B,L,D) ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - Oct 17, 2027
    Day
    11
    • Amboseli, Kenya
    Today, you may enjoy morning and afternoon game drives. With Amboseli's underground water springs and components from the snow and ice of Kilimanjaro, the area is ideal for game spotting. Common sightings include giraffes, lions, wildebeest, and cheetahs. Keep a sharp eye alert for gazelle, zebra, and hyena. Other activities during your stay include a bush breakfast and sundowners. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Oct 18, 2027
    Day
    12
    • Amboseli, Kenya
    • Air Travel
    • Nairobi, Kenya
    • Air Travel
    • Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
    A morning flight transports you to the Maasai Mara via Nairobi. On arrival, transfer to the Elephant Pepper Camp, located in the heart of the Maasai Mara ecosystem and its vast fertile plains. Take an afternoon game drive to spot the "Big Five": lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Oct 19, 2027
    Day
    13
    • Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
    Wednesday - Oct 20, 2027
    Day
    14
    • Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
    Revel in two full days to enjoy game drives to spot the "Big Five". The camp's remote location allows for impressive night skies and the unique experience of listening to the sounds of the wild. During your time here enjoy guided walks, evening game drives, bush breakfasts, and sundowners. (B,L,D)

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Oct 21, 2027
    Day
    15
    • Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
    • Air Travel
    • Nairobi, Kenya
    After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip and fly to Nairobi. Then, transfer to the Eka Hotel, where your day room is available until 11 pm this evening. During this time, a transfer is included to Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where you will connect to your onward flight. Please do not schedule onward flights before 6 pm. (B) ...
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