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 11-day African luxury gay group adventure tour including a Victoria Falls, Safari and Cape Town! From exotic game drives to wine tours, enjoy the finest accommodations, as Brand g Vacations explores South Africa’s acclaimed Victoria Falls, Kruger National Park and a luxury stay in vibrant Cape Town! If you have ever had an interest in an African Safari, now is the time! Sabi Sabi Game Reserve is known for frequent sightings of all BIG 5 (lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino and leopard) as well as exotic birds and other wild life rarely found in other places.
No trip to Africa would be complete without a visit to Victoria Falls, which you’ll have the opportunity to explore by water, land, and helicopter. Here we will overnight at the internationally acclaimed Victoria Falls Hotel.
Once in Cape Town, you will be amazed by the beauty of the city, with its gorgeous beach scene, great restaurants and active nightlife. Included is a visit to Cape of Good Hope and a trip to Table Mountain, recently voted as one of the New 7-Natural Wonders of the World.
11-day fully escorted with the services of a Brand g host throughout the trip
In Victoria Falls:
• 5 Star Accommodations at the Victoria Falls Hotel
• Lunch at Lookout Café with view of Victoria Falls Gorge
• Sunset Cruise on Zambezi River
• A Traditional African Dinner at a Boma with entertainment
• Professionally guided tour of the Falls
• 25 minute helicopter flight over the Falls
• Land transfers to airports
In Kruger National Park on Safari:
• 4 Nights at Lion Sands River Lodge
• 2 Daily 4×4 game drives
• Open bar highlighting South African wines, beers and spirits
• All gourmet meals
• All transfers to and from the game reserve
In Cape Town:
• 5-star accommodations at the luxurious One & Only Hotel , for 4 nights
• Visit Table Mountain with cable car ride to the summit
• Full day tour of the Cape Winelands
• Full day tour of the Cape Peninsula, including Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, a funicular ride to the summit as well as Boulders Beach
• Transfer to Cape Town Airport for outbound flights
Package Excludes:
• Personal expenses and Visa Fees
• International flight to Johannesburg and home from Cape Town
Day 0 - Thursday, November 24, 2022
The tour officially begins on the afternoon of November 25 in Victoria Falls, however your international arrival may dictate an overnight in Johannesburg in order to make the morning flight to Victoria Falls. When making your flight arrangements, please consult with us for best flight options and if necessary, hotel options in Johannesburg.
Day 1 - Friday, November 25, 2022
 Our day begins with and 11:25am departure on British Airways Flight 6285 from JNB to VFA. Arrive the Victoria Falls International Airport at 1:05pm, where you will be greeted by a Brand g representative and transferred to the Victoria Falls Hotel for accommodations in Signature Stable Wing Rooms.
Upon arrival to Victoria Falls you’ll experience a breathtaking helicopter flight over the falls, as well as a guided walking tour of the falls. Overnight accommodations at the Victoria Falls Hotel and dinner at the hotel’s Jungle Junction restaurant.
Meals: Dinner
Hotel: Victoria Falls Hotel, Victoria Falls, 5*
Day 2 - Saturday, November 26, 2022
 This morning is your opportunity to take part in an exhilarating optional adventure tour. Check out the Add-Ons tab for details and pricing of Devil’s Pool, zip line, canopy tour, or the infamous gorge swing. Or, spend the morning relaxing at the hotel.
After lunch at the Lookout Café overlooking the Victoria Falls Gorge your afternoon is at leisure to enjoy the hotel, or do some shopping at the local crafts market.
Tonight enjoy the Zambezi River in a new way, aboard a luxury all-inclusive dinner cruise.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Hotel: Victoria Falls Hotel, Victoria Falls, 5*
Day 3 - Sunday, November 27, 2022
 After a leisurely morning at the hotel, we transfer to the Livingstone Airport in Zambia for an included flight to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, Nelspruit, where we’ll be met for a land transfer to the lodge (approximately 2 hours). After settling in, enjoy your first game drive, followed by a delicious welcome dinner at the lodge. Your stay at Lion Sands includes all meals, teas/coffees, snacks, selected beverages and laundry.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Hotel: Lion Sands River Lodge, Kruger National Park, 5*
Day 4 - Monday, November 28, 2022
 Morning coffee and tea before a sunrise game drive. After the drive, we will return to the lodge for a buffet breakfast. Today might be a good day for a walking safari with your guide. Enjoy some free time before a late lunch, another chance to spot some of the Big 5 on your afternoon game drive. This evening, recount your sightings with your fellow Brand g guests in our our private lodge and continue conversations over a delicious dinner complimented by local South African wines.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Hotel: Lion Sands River Lodge, Kruger National Park, 5*
Day 5 - Tuesday, November 29, 2022
 Morning coffee and tea before embarking on another safari. Today, ask your guide about the Small Five. Return to the lodge for a sumptuous breakfast and perhaps an opportunity to visit a local village. Today at the lodge enjoy the pool, or perhaps a spa treatment, a delicious late lunch and an afternoon siesta, followed by a sunset game drive.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hotel: Lion Sands River Lodge, Kruger National Park, 5*
Day 6 - Wednesday, November 30, 2022
 Today is our last full day to enjoy our beautiful accommodations at the Lion Sands River Lodge. Take full advantage of your knowledgeable guides and challenge them to help you check off the final Big or Small Five off your list. Of course you’ll be delighted by a delicious breakfast, lunch and a festive farewell dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hotel: Lion Sands River Lodge, Kruger National Park, 5*
Day 7 - Thursday, December 01, 2022
 Today we transfer to Skukuza Airport for an included flight to Cape Town. Upon arrival we’ll meet our local guide who’ll take us to Signal Hill for an incredible view of Cape Town and the bay. After, we’ll take a short city orientation tour en route to the luxurious One and Only Hotel, located in the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront.
After some time to settle in, we’ll transfer by coach to the Green Point neighborhood for some interactive drumming and a delicious set-menu dinner featuring some of the favorite foods from across Africa and local cultural entertainment.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Hotel: One and Only Hotel, Cape Town, 5*
Day 8 - Friday, December 02, 2022
 After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a full day tour of the stunning Cape Peninsula, including the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and a funicular ride to the summit, as well as a delicious local lunch. After we visit Boulders Beach and Simons Town. We’ll return to the One and Only hotel late afternoon. and the evening is at your leisure to explore Cape Town’s fantastic restaurants and nightlife, including the Victoria and Alfred waterfront.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Hotel: One and Only Hotel, Cape Town, 5*
Day 9 - Saturday, December 03, 2022
 After another delicious breakfast at the hotel we depart for a full day tour of the Cape Winelands. Enjoy a short scenic drive to South Africa’s famous wine-producing areas of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. Two wine tastings will be included in addition to an incredible picnic lunch at the Warwick Wine Estate. Some free time will be provided in the wine village of Franschhoek, for those interested in some shopping. We return to the hotel late afternoon, where you’ll be at your leisure for dinner and another chance to enjoy the nightlife of Cape Town.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Hotel: One and Only Hotel, Cape Town, 5*
Day 10 - Sunday, December 04, 2022
 Today is at your leisure. Sleep in, enjoy the hotel’s spa, or explore some of the city’s vibrant neighborhoods.
Or, take part in one of the optional tours offered on the Add-Ons page:
• Half day Table Mountain
• Half day Robben Island
• Full day shark cage diving tour
Late this afternoon we transfer by coach to the award-winning wine estate of De Grendel for a beautiful sunset farewell cocktail and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Hotel: One and Only Hotel, Cape Town, 5*
Day 11 - Monday, December 05, 2022
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before your included transfer to the Cape Town Airport for your outbound flight.
Meals: Breakfast
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The hotel lies within a vast manicured garden which has an unobscurred view of the Victoria Falls bridge and the spray of the Falls. A private path leads guests from the gardens to the entrance of the Victoria Falls rainforest in an easy 10 minute stroll.
Lion Sands River Lodge consists of eightteen rooms in total: eight luxury suites, six superior luxury suites and four river suites (with private plunge pools), all with their own private wooden viewing deck looking out over the Sabi River. You may not need to leave the privacy of your room to see wildlife roaming around River Lodge. 
One&Only Cape Town offers elegant rooms and suites with a private balcony. Rooms also have a tea/coffee maker and a TV with a DVD player. Each marble bathroom features a rain shower and a separate bath.
