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Experience a thrilling South African adventure with a Cape Town stay, adrenaline-inducing safaris, memorable encounters with Victoria Falls and an enthralling cruise on the luxurious Zambezi Queen.
Your once-in-a-lifetime holiday begins in Cape Town with a three-night stay and a fascinating Cape Peninsula tour. Pilanesberg then awaits where you’ll savour a memorable safari stay with twice-daily game drives to observe Africa’s iconic Big Five*.
During your hotel stay in Livingstone, you’ll explore the almighty Victoria Falls on a guided walking tour and relish a stay in a luxury resort affording unlimited access to this unforgettable spectacle. In a fitting finale, you’ll embark the opulent Zambezi Queen for an unforgettable cruise along the Chobe River. Amid breathtakingly African riverscapes, you’ll join water-based safaris, go birdwatching and join a cultural tour to a remote Namibian village.
Your Imagine Holiday Includes
2 night all-inclusive luxury river cruise on board Zambezi Queen
Full day Cape Peninsula tour
3 night five-star hotel stay in Cape Town at the Pullman Cape Town City Centre with breakfast
Overnight flights
Your Voyage
Your Itinerary
Your holiday begins as you fly from the UK to your destination.
With its iconic landmarks such as Table Mountain and the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Explore historical Robben Island, visit the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, or indulge the Cape Winelands’ world-class wines.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Pullman Cape Town City Centre
Embark on a Cape Peninsula Tour where you’ll explore some of the city’s best-loved attractions. Highlights include a drive along the iconic Twelve Apostles, charming Hout Bay, wildlife encounters at Cape Point Nature Reserve, and a stroll through the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Pullman Cape Town City Centre
Following your flight, you’ll be transferred to the Ivory Tree Lodge to begin your three-night luxury stay. Situated in the crater of a long-extinct volcano, the Ivory Tree Lodge is the perfect location for a monumental safari experience.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Ivory Tree Game Lodge
With daily game drives available, you’ll have the opportunity of searching for the Big Five* in an open safari vehicle. Return in the evening and enjoy an outdoor boma – an African-style dining experience – under the starlit African sky.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Ivory Tree Game Lodge
Another exciting three-night experience awaits, as you fly to Zambia and transfer to Livingstone. Located near the Zambezi River, this historic British colonial city is the popular gateway for spectacular Victoria Falls.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa
Join a fully escorted walking tour of Victoria Falls. During this thrilling walking tour, you’ll observe the tumbling cascades throwing mist so high into the air, this can be spotted several kilometres away.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa
Today, you’ll transfer to Botswana to embark the luxury Zambezi Queen, a floating boutique hotel. For the next three days, you’ll soak-up the breathtakingly unique African riverscapes and wild animals that surround you as you cruise the remote Chobe River.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Zambezi Queen
On your final day on board, enjoy a morning cruise during breakfast, relishing the last chance to spot wildlife and birds in their stunning natural habitat. Then bid the crew a reluctant but fond farewell and disembark.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your Tour Highlights
Zambezi Queen
Gliding along the picturesque banks of the Chobe River, the chic Zambezi Queen is a luxury houseboat boasting unrivalled sophistication in one of the most extraordinary and remote locations in the world.
As you weave your way through the still 25km waters of the Chobe River, you’ll experience the majesty and stillness of the African bush – imagine waking up to the sun blazing across the sky as you hear the songs of colourful birds; elephants gracefully lumbering along the riverside as you dine on sumptuous cuisine; hippos peaking their heads up from below the waterline as you observe them from the deck; and the night-time cry of jackals and lions lulling you to sleep.
Your deluxe accommodation on board features air conditioning and your own private balcony – perfect for viewing game from the comfort of your own surroundings as you cruise through an area renowned for its diverse wildlife and stunning natural landscapes.
Life on Board Zambezi Queen
As you cruise through the enchanting waters, you’ll find a relaxing and peaceful ambience on board, whether you’re losing yourself in the scenes unfolding before you from the viewing deck, cooling off in the plunge pool or raising a glass to your adventure in the well-appointed bar.
dining
Dining on board is an indulgent treat all its own. With freshly made meals created using seasonal ingredients from local markets, you’ll enjoy a variety of mouth-watering dishes including a fresh cold buffet selection, full English breakfasts, and a choice of two plated menu options for dinner.
- The Dining Room
- The Bar
Activities
As part of your experience on board the ever-elegant Zambezi Queen, you’ll enjoy a wealth of unique water-based safaris and activities that will better showcase the wonders of this remarkable land.
- Game viewing
- Fishing
- Birdwatching
- Photo Safaris
- Cultural tours
Suites
The Zambezi Queen offers luxury accommodation in the form of 14 tasteful suites, ten suites and four luxury suites, each with stylish interiors, spellbinding views from the floor-to-ceiling glass doors, and their own private balcony.
Standard Suites Prices from £5,399pp
Boasting everything you could possibly need for a lavish and comfortable stay, each suite offers all the amenities you’d find in a luxury hotel, making your stay truly comfortable and relaxing, including a king-sized bed, hairdryer, electronic safe and plush dressing gown and slippers. Savour the views of the ever-changing scenery at all times of day from the front-facing balcony or unwind with an afternoon nap by drawing your full-length sliding shutters.
- Luxury Accommodation
- King-sized Bed
- Private Balcony
- Air-Conditioning & Fan
- En-Suite Bathroom (Shower only)
- Hairdryer
- Electronic Safe
- Dressing Gown & Slippers
Master Suite Prices from £6,199pp
For an extra special experience, opt for one of the four luxury suites, located at the bow of the boat. Not only do they offer more space, but you’ll also benefit from two balconies and a panoramic view that ensures you never miss a thing. On the larger of the two balconies, you’ll find two comfortable deckchairs and a table – the perfect place in which to witness the beautiful hues of pink, ochre and red as the African sun sets across the horizon, hear the cacophony of calls from magnificent wildlife and feel the warm breeze across your skin.
- Luxury Accommodation
- King-sized Bed
- Private Balcony with Sun Lounger & Dinette
- Air-Conditioning & Fan
- En-Suite Bathroom (Shower only)
- Hairdryer
- Electronic Safe
- Dressing Gown & Slippers
07 Nov 2025
12 nightsYour Hotel Stay
Cape Town
Pullman Cape Town City Centre (Or Similar)
Pullman Cape Town City Centre offers a luxurious stay in the heart of Cape Town. Featuring modern amenities, elegant rooms, and stunning views of Table Mountain, it caters to both business and leisure travellers. Guests can enjoy fine dining, a rooftop pool, and a state-of-the-art fitness centre. Its central location provides easy access to cultural attractions, shopping, and the vibrant waterfront, making it an ideal urban retreat.
Pilanesberg
Ivory Tree Game Lodge (Or Similar)
The five-star Ivory Tree Game Lodge offers a safari experience all with modern amenities for a home away from home. Situated in the crater of a long-extinct volcano, the Ivory Tree Lodge is the perfect location for a monumental safari experience. Rooms are tastefully decorated with African décor and offer spectacular views of the three concentric rings of hills across the Pilanesberg reserve.
Ivory Tree Lodge’s Amani Spa has been the Winner of 4 prestigious awards since its inception in 2006.
Livingstone
The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa (Or Similar)
Blending perfectly within the lush surroundings of the Zambezi River bank, the David Livingstone Safari Lodge and Spa offers four-star accommodation close to Victoria Falls, an impressive natural wonder of the world. Named after the first European explorer to see Victoria Falls, the hotel is in easy reach of all the activities associated with this glorious naturescape, from microlight tours to elephant-back safaris. The hotel boasts river-facing rooms, ensuring each guest enjoys the same views. Visit the spa to indulge in a wide selection of exquisite treatments, savour delicious dishes in The Kalai Restaurant, a traditionally styled eatery with buffet and a la carte options, and enjoy an array of South African and international wine in the bar.
