Depart the U.S. on overnight flight to Cape Town, South Africa.

Upon arrival in Cape Town and after clearing immigration formalities, you will be met by a local representative and transferred to the hotel. Check in and then have some time to relax. This evening, orientation to the program followed by a welcome dinner at Gold Restaurant.

This morning transfer to Hermanus' Walker Bay, the picturesque drive takes you over the mountains to the seaside town of Hermanus. Set between mountains and the sea, Hermanus offers some of the greatest land based opportunities for whale watching in the world. Close sightings of the Southern Right whale are likely from August-November. Arrive at the Heart Shed in the New Harbour of Hermanus. Learn about the history of the area and abalone in South Africa. Discover the biology and life cycle of this mysterious mollusc and the unfortunate demise of wild stocks due to over-harvest and poaching. See the abalone in its natural environment and be introduced to abalone farming. After an informative introduction, take a guided walk to experience the aquaculture industry of abalone farming on one the oldest and largest abalone farms in South Africa, Abagold. Visit Abagold's state of the art abalone hatchery where broodstock are cared for and baby abalone (spats) are produced. Experience the farming activities of feeding, tank cleaning and sorting of the abalone, as you walk among the 40,000 baskets on the farm. Also be treated to an abalone tasting. On the return drive we follow the coastline, which gives further possibility of whale (and even dolphin) sightings. A stop is made at Stony Point, near Betty’s Bay to see the penguin colony. It is one of only two shore-based breeding colonies in South Africa Also sharing the breeding site with the penguins are the endangered Whitebreasted and Cape Cormorants and the vulnerable Bank Cormorant. This evening enjoy a three course wine pairing dinner at Clos Malverne Wine Estate & Restaurant in Stellenbosch.

The day will begin at the Nelson Mandela gateway at the clock tower situated in the V&A waterfront. Board the ferry for Robben Island. Situated in the middle of Table Bay, this is the island where former president Nelson Mandela and other political anti-apartheid activists were imprisoned for many years. After returning explore the historical heart of the Bo-Kaap, the historic Malay quarter of Cape Town for a Cape Malay cooking safari. Take a leisurely stroll through some of the historic streets, giving you a chance to appreciate the extraordinary collection of pre-1840 architecture that resulted in this area being declared a national monument. Then its time to follow the scents of ginger, coriander, cardamom, cinnamon, and chili which drift tantalizingly from the storefronts and cafés. Learn about the ingredients to make a typical Cape Malay dish during an informal hands on cooking workshop in a Bo-Kaap family home. Mix Masala, fold Samoosas, and exploire the art of balancing the delicate flavours of a Cape Malay curry. Over a glass of faloodah (a traditional, lightly rose-scented milk drink) our hostess and cooking instructor will tell you more about the ways in which food, history and religion are interwoven in the Bo-Kaap culture.

After breakfast transfer to the airport for a flight to Maun. On arrival take a short flight to Moremi then transfer to Kadizora Camp. Located between the Vumbura River and Selinda Spillway the area is home to species of game including elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard, cheetah, wild dogs, hyena, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, kudu, red letchwe, impala, honey badgers, hippos and crocodile. The region is also home to countless resident and migratory birds. On arrival have lunch and get settled in. After dinner set off for some of the most dramatic and unusual game viewing on a night drive. Discover nocturnal species rarely seen during the day.

Each day at Kadizora Camp explore the northern areas of the delta featuring large expanses of savannah punctuated by lagoons and tributaries by way of open vehicle safaris, walking safaris, boating & Mokoro (dug-out canoe) excursions. Two game activities are offered daily, all meals as well as tea and snacks. Optional Highlight: Hot air balloon safari, available on request and at an additional cost during the months of April to September (weather permitting).

Today in lieu of one game activity is an excurison to the Gunotsuga community. Learn about local customs and traditions at a nearby village.

This morning, transfer to Victoria Falls, one of the seven Natural Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After arrival and check-in enjoy a sunset cruise on the wild Zambezi River, an ideal backdrop for a talk about the history of the region including Livingstone. Dinner tonight is at a Boma Restaurant, a Zambian feast with an impressive African drumming performance.

This morning a visit to the Tongabezi Trust School. Established in 1990 it's grown from a pre-school class of 15 children, to a primary school with over 240 students. The school has charity status and is completely funded on donations from all over the world to help with a food program, medical program and building projects. This afternoon enjoy a guided walk in the Victoria Falls National Park.

After breakfast transfer to Hwange National Park, stopping at the Elephant Camp for a conservation talk, elephant interaction and lunch. Continue on to Miombo Safari Camp. This afternoon a game drive. The area enjoys a high concentration of wildlife and is famed for its large herds of elephant. Hwange's elephant population is estimated at 30,000. This evening dinner at the camp joined by a local storyteller who will share tales of the local Ndebele and Shona tribes.

Today experience the rare opportunity to go on a walking safari, allowed only in specified corners of select national parks. Joined by experienced guides that the animals are familiar with, view them from a safe distance. This afternoon visit the Painted Dog Conservation Center; learn how this once thriving canine has all but disappeared. Early this evening when many animals are at their most active, enjoy a game drive. Farewell dinner at the camp.

Depart from the lodge with breakfast boxes for Victoria Falls International Airport for flight to Johannesburg and connect with return flight home.