Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, British and Malay. The port was founded in 1652 by Dutch explorer Jan Van Riebeeck, and evidence of Dutch colonial rule remains throughout the region. The port is located on one of the world's most important trade routes, and is mainly a container port and handler of fresh fruit. Fishing is another vital industry, with large Asian fishing fleets using Cape Town as a logistical repair base for much of the year. The region is famous for its natural beauty, with the imposing Table Mountain and Lions Head, as well as the many nature reserves and botanical gardens such as Kirstenbosch which boasts an extensive range of indigenous plant life, including proteas and ferns. Cape Town's weather is mercurial, and can change from beautiful sunshine to dramatic thunderstorms within a short period. A local adage is that in Cape Town you can experience four seasons in one day.

Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, British and Malay. The port was founded in 1652 by Dutch explorer Jan Van Riebeeck, and evidence of Dutch colonial rule remains throughout the region. The port is located on one of the world's most important trade routes, and is mainly a container port and handler of fresh fruit. Fishing is another vital industry, with large Asian fishing fleets using Cape Town as a logistical repair base for much of the year. The region is famous for its natural beauty, with the imposing Table Mountain and Lions Head, as well as the many nature reserves and botanical gardens such as Kirstenbosch which boasts an extensive range of indigenous plant life, including proteas and ferns. Cape Town's weather is mercurial, and can change from beautiful sunshine to dramatic thunderstorms within a short period. A local adage is that in Cape Town you can experience four seasons in one day.

Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, British and Malay. The port was founded in 1652 by Dutch explorer Jan Van Riebeeck, and evidence of Dutch colonial rule remains throughout the region. The port is located on one of the world's most important trade routes, and is mainly a container port and handler of fresh fruit. Fishing is another vital industry, with large Asian fishing fleets using Cape Town as a logistical repair base for much of the year. The region is famous for its natural beauty, with the imposing Table Mountain and Lions Head, as well as the many nature reserves and botanical gardens such as Kirstenbosch which boasts an extensive range of indigenous plant life, including proteas and ferns. Cape Town's weather is mercurial, and can change from beautiful sunshine to dramatic thunderstorms within a short period. A local adage is that in Cape Town you can experience four seasons in one day.

ZAMBEZI QUEEN. Embark on a morning boat safari and experience the Chobe River’s diverse gameviewing. Afterwards, return to Zambezi Queen for lunch. As the ship cruises along the Chobe River, you can spendtime in the splash pool, visit the spa or perhaps catch up with your favorite book. Later in the day, revel in thepanoramic views with another boat safari opportunity. (B,L,D)

ZAMBEZI QUEEN. Start your day off with a boat safari. Later, a local African village invites you toexperience the local culture firsthand. Spend time with the children of the village as well as its elders and learnabout their day-to-day life. After lunch on board, 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 withsinging and dancing. (B,L,D)

ZAMBEZI QUEEN – DISEMBARKATION – VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE. Disembark andjoin 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 appearalong the way. For lunch, take a seat under the trees and savor a delicious picnic. Later this afternoon, transfer toVictoria Falls, then enjoy a special dinner with live local entertainment at your hotel. (B,L,D)

VICTORIA FALLS. Join a local guide for a tour of Victoria Falls. Learn about its history as well as theflora and fauna that make this area so unique. In the evening, embark on a private sunset cruise along the ZambeziRiver. Relax on board as you observe a variety of wildlife while enjoying a delicious mix of tapas with drinks. (B)

VICTORIA FALLS. This morning, you are invited on a leisurely guided walk across the Victoria FallsBridge, which connects the countries of Zimbabwe and Zambia. Once in Zambia, explore the more intimate side ofthe Falls and visit the historic town of Livingstone. Later, head back to Zimbabwe for a free afternoon. As a specialtreat tonight, head out on a safari to seek out the elusive Black Rhino and other nocturnal animals, followed by athree-course bush dinner. (B,D)

VICTORIA FALLS – JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA. Board your flight to Johannesburg,where you will be met by your AmaWaterways local guide, then transfer to the Fairlawns Boutique Hotel with itsparklike setting and wonderful spa. (B)

JOHANNESBURG. Get an in-depth look at Soweto’s unique neighborhoods, which served as the centerof the uprising against the apartheid state. Walk in the footsteps of Nelson Mandela and visit a youth center andschool in the heart of Kliptown, one of Soweto’s neighborhoods. After a local lunch, tour the Apartheid Museum,which chronicles the history of apartheid in South Africa and the struggle of citizens to end the regime of racialsegregation. Later, return to your hotel and enjoy free time, where you may visit the hotel’s renowned spa or take aswim in the pool. In the evening, you are invited to join a multi-course dinner. (B,L,D)

JOHANNESBURG – KRUGER NATIONAL PARK AREA. Board your flight to Greater KrugerNational Park in the morning, where you’ll be transferred to the five-star Tented Camp. During the afternoon, setout on a game drive in search of the country’s “Big Five” and other native wildlife. Spend your first night and everynight, if you wish, gathering with fellow travelers, sharing stories of the day’s adventures. (B,L,D)

KRUGER NATIONAL PARK AREA. Early morning is the perfect time to go on safari, as thewildlife is prolific. Your open-air vehicle provides the ideal way to explore your private game reserve, located justa stone’s throw from the game-rich Kruger National Park. The rest of each morning and early afternoon can bespent enjoying the facilities and participating in various activities at a luxury tented safari lodge. Later, eachafternoon, you will go on another game drive deep into the bush, where you may encounter South Africa’s toppredators: cheetahs, hyenas and lions. (B,L,D)

KRUGER NATIONAL PARK AREA. Early morning is the perfect time to go on safari, as thewildlife is prolific. Your open-air vehicle provides the ideal way to explore your private game reserve, located justa stone’s throw from the game-rich Kruger National Park. The rest of each morning and early afternoon can bespent enjoying the facilities and participating in various activities at a luxury tented safari lodge. Later, eachafternoon, you will go on another game drive deep into the bush, where you may encounter South Africa’s toppredators: cheetahs, hyenas and lions. (B,L,D)

KRUGER NATIONAL PARK AREA – JOHANNESBURG. Join one last early-morning game drivebefore returning to the lodge for breakfast. Afterwards, transfer to the airport in Johannesburg for your connectingflight home. (B)

Note: Please do not schedule your onward flight before 5:00 p.m