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9 Night Discover Africa Cruise and Land Tour

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Zambezi Queen

Category SSF - Seven Seas Suite Forward
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9 Night Discover Africa Cruise and Land Tour

From Cape Town, (South Africa) to Johannesburg, (South Africa)

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Zambezi Queen
AMA Waterways
4 Stars

Cruise #: 13946905

Sail Date: Friday, Mar 6, 2026

Return Date: Sunday, Mar 15, 2026

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9 Night Discover Africa Cruise and Land Tour

Land Segment of Itinerary

Friday - Mar 6, 2026

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Cape Town, South Africa

Situated amidst majestic mountains and lined with pristine beaches, Cape Town has a rich cultural heritage with extraordinary attractions. After being greeted at the airport by an AmaWaterways representative, transfer to the Cape Grace Hotel. Get to know your tour director at the Welcome Reception. (WR) ...
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Saturday - Mar 7, 2026

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Cape Town, South Africa

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Cape Point, South Africa

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Boulders Beach, South Africa

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Cape Town, South Africa

Embark on a full-day exploration along one of the world's most stunning routes, taking you southeast along the Atlantic seaboard past the 12 Apostles, Hout Bay, and Chapman's Peak. Stop at Cape Point, located in the nature reserve within Table Mountain National Park, which forms part of the Cape Floral Region, a World Heritage Site. You'll also visit Boulders Beach, home to thousands of African penguins, and then be treated to lunch with drinks overlooking False Bay-one of the world's most beautiful bays. (B,L) ...
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Sunday - Mar 8, 2026

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Cape Town, South Africa

You have a choice of two excursions, depending on your interests. Take a cableway up to Table Mountain for spectacular views of the city and surrounding areas, followed by a trip to the Cape Winelands, which comprises the Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, and Paarl valleys. South African wine is world renowned, and you'll get to visit two of its best vineyards, complete with wine tasting. A sumptuous lunch will be included along the way. Or choose to explore another side of Cape Town at famous Robben Island, once used as a prison for many political inmates, including Nelson Mandela. You'll ferry over to the island where you will take a tour led by a former inmate. Back in Cape Town, enjoy lunch, and then visit the colorful historic Bo-Kaap neighborhood before boarding the cableway to Table Mountain's summit. (B,L) ...
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Monday - Mar 9, 2026

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Cape Town, South Africa

Air Travel

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Bus Travel

Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Day 4 - Monday - Mar 9, 2026

Day
4

Cruise Begins

Kasane, Botswana

In the morning, transfer to the airport for a flight to Victoria Falls. Here, you will be transferred to the Chobe River that forms the border between Botswana and Namibia. Then, board tender boats that will take you to the 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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Kasane, Botswana

Embark the Zambezi Queen in Kasane. Late this afternoon, enjoy a sunset cruise down the Chobe River before a Welcome Cocktail and Dinner on board the ship. (B,D)

Tuesday - Mar 10, 2026

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5

Cruising the Chobe River, Botswana

Embark on an exhilarating morning boat safari to explore the Chobe River's diverse game viewing. Afterwards, return to the Zambezi Queen for lunch. As the Zambezi Queen cruises along the Chobe River, relax onboard in the afternoon and enjoy what nature has to offer. Be sure to spend time in the splash pool or perhaps catch-up with your favorite book. Later in the day, revel in panoramic view with another thrilling boat safari. (B,L,D) ...
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Wednesday - Mar 11, 2026

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6

Cruising the Chobe River, Botswana

Join a full-day safari of Chobe National Park in open-top 4x4 vehicles. Be on the lookout for elephants, giraffe, zebra, sable, warthog, and Cape buffaloes. Prides of lions, hyenas, and (more rarely) cheetahs could be encountered along the way. For lunch, take a seat under the trees and savor a delicious picnic. (B,L,D) ...
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Thursday - Mar 12, 2026

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Cruising the Chobe River, Botswana

Start the day off with an unforgettable visit to a typical African village to experience the local culture first hand. 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 with a festive African-themed dinner hosted by your crew-complete with singing and dancing. (B,L,D) ...
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Friday - Mar 13, 2026

Day
8

Kasane, Botswana

This morning, disembark your cruise in Kasane. (B)

Kasane, Botswana

Cruise Ends

Land Segment of Itinerary

Day 8 - Friday - Mar 13, 2026

Day
8

Bus Travel

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Enjoy a morning cruise during breakfast and be on the lookout for wildlife. Afterward, transfer to the legendary Victoria Falls, one of the world's greatest natural wonders. Spend the afternoon exploring the town or experience one of the many activities offered at your hotel. Later this afternoon, join a cocktail reception with appetizers aboard a vintage steam train and make your way to the Victoria Falls Bridge to watch the sunset over the falls. (B) ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Saturday - Mar 14, 2026

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9

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

A local guide will take you on a tour of the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls. You'll learn about its history, and 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 game while enjoying a delicious mix of tapas with drinks, followed by a special dinner with live local entertainment at the hotel. (B,D) ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Sunday - Mar 15, 2026

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10

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Air Travel

Johannesburg, South Africa

After breakfast, bid adieu to Zimbabwe as you head to Victoria Falls Airport for your return flight to Johannesburg and onward flight home or extend your trip with two nights in Johannesburg and/or four nights in Rwanda. (B); Note: Please do not schedule your onward flight before 6:30 pm.

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