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Thank you for booking our 2024 Journey into Africa, Safari & Tour. Your adventure will be here before you know it!
Approximately 30 days before the trip, your personalized travel documents will be sent out via email confirming all of your trip inclusions and airport transfer details. Below you will find additional information to help you prepare for the adventure that lies ahead.
All documentation required for this itinerary is the sole responsibility of the guest. Brand g Vacations will not be responsible for advising on and/or obtaining required travel documentation for any passenger, or for any delays, damages, and/or losses, including missed portions of your trip, related to improper or absent travel documentation. It is suggested that copies of important documents, including your passport and visas, be kept in a separate place, in case the originals are lost or stolen.
Passport: A passport that is valid for at least six (6) months after your return date is required for this program.
Visas: Citizens of almost every country are required to have a tourist visa to enter Zambia and Zimbabwe (the location of Victoria Falls). Visas are not required for US citizens to enter South Africa. Citizens of other countries should check visa requirements with their nearest embassies or consulates for the countries visited.
It is not necessary to obtain visas in advance for Zimbabwe or Zambia. The multi entry “UNIVISA” will be obtained upon entry to Victoria Falls airport in Zimbabwe. The cost of this is $50 usd. Credit card facilities may not be available, so we ask that you bring the $50 usd in cash.
Travel Protection: Travel insurance is advised to participate in this program. If you have not purchased a policy already, you may do so by contacting your travel agent or Brand g Vacations. You may also get a quote and purchase a policy online from Brand g’s recommended travel insurance provider, Travel Insured International. Please be sure to carry all policy information with you during your program.
Vaccinations: At the time of this printing, no vaccinations are required for entering the countries visited, but it is recommended that all guests discuss available vaccinations and any other health concerns they may have with their personal physician or a travel medicine specialist.
The consulates of the countries to be visited will also provide information on vaccination requirements and/or suggestions. You may also consult your home country’s centers for disease control for their current recommendations. For the US visit CDC.
Physical Limitations: Some excursions during this program require a moderate amount of walking over uneven terrain. Facilities and services for guests with disabilities may sometimes be limited or non-existent. Guests with physical limitations may find access to sites generally restricted. For your safety and enjoyment, we recommend that all guests be in good physical condition.
Medical: Neither Brand g Vacations or our local providers employ staff nurses or doctors. While in Victoria Falls and Cape Town, local medical facilities and emergency services will be utilized should any health concerns or emergencies arise. During the safari portion of the trip, guests have access to 24-hour on-call medical assistance. Any medical complaint from minor ailments to more serious conditions and injuries are dealt with by a fully trained medical team.
Any medical expenses incurred during the trip are the guest’s own responsibility, and neither Brand g Vacations nor our local providers are responsible for cost or quality of medical care received. Guests should bring their medications with them. A travel insurance policy that covers medical expenses while traveling internationally is highly recommended.
Dietary Preferences: Please advise us of any special dietary restrictions at least 30 days prior to your departure. This information will be provided to the appropriate personnel, and to the extent possible within local conditions and limitations, every effort will be made to accommodate your needs. It is the guest’s responsibility to provide us with as much detail as possible concerning any medically related dietary concerns. Not all dietary requests can be accommodated, and we appreciate your understanding in this matter.
Independently booked flights to and from Africa: Each guest should check with their selected air carrier for luggage limitations on their flights prior to departure, as luggage restrictions are subject to change. An airline’s limitations on the weight and size of checked and carry-on baggage are usually found on their website or may be obtained by calling the airline directly. Please remember that international (over the water) and domestic (intra continental) restrictions may not be the same. Guests who exceed an airline’s luggage restrictions may be asked by the airline to pay the airline’s overweight/oversized luggage fees.
Included Flights: For all intra-Africa flights, which are included as part of the main itinerary, you are restricted to 1 piece of checked luggage at a maximum weight of 20kg or approximately 44 pounds, measuring no more than 207cm or 81.5 inches (l)+(w)+(h) and 1 piece of hand luggage at a maximum weight of 8kg or approximately 17.5 pounds. measuring no more than 115cm or 45 inches (l)+(w)+(h). According to the airline’s website (AirLink), you may also bring one slimline laptop bag. Additional luggage or overweight/oversize bags will be subject to additional charges or may not be accepted.
Your luggage and all personal belongings are solely your responsibility throughout the trip. Brand g is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged luggage or personal belongings. Selecting a travel insurance plan that will cover lost or stolen luggage and/or personal items is highly recommended.
Please place luggage tags on the outside of all of your bags, including carry on and hand luggage, and include a copy of your contact information during the trip on the inside of your checked bags. Valuables and medication should only be packed in your carry-on bags (unless required to be placed in checked bags by your airline).
Recording of the Zoom Call Held on November 7th for Guests Who Couldn’t Attend
Please be sure to contact your airline prior to departure and verify that there have been no changes to the flight number or schedule. If you have an airport transfer confirmed with Brand g Vacations, please advise of any schedule change affecting your airport pickup time.
Familiarize yourself with current airport security procedures and arrive at the airport at least two and a half (2.5) hours prior to your scheduled departure. During peak travel times, you may want to arrive three (3) hours prior to your scheduled departure time.
Entry documents will be required at all border crossings, so please carry proper identification with you all times, and never place it in checked luggage. Please fill in all immigration forms when asked and be aware of local regulations and restrictions to entry.
Most items you purchase internationally can be brought back into the US and Canada. We do recommend, however, that you check with both your home country’s customs office for current restrictions, as well as with the embassies of the countries you are visiting for any restrictions on items that may be unlawful to take outside their borders.
When you return to your home country, you should be prepared to declare everything you purchased or acquired while traveling. Many countries will ask you to complete a customs form, which will require descriptions and values of the items. These forms are easier to complete if you keep your sales receipts easily accessible. Most countries have set customs duty exemptions for both quantity and value of certain items. We suggest that you familiarize yourself with these allowances and limits prior to your travel.
Please be advised that most hotels do not allow check-in earlier than 2:00pm. If you arrive at the hotel before 2:00pm, you may need to wait until the room becomes available. Hotel check-out is usually no later than 11:00am. If your arrival or departure schedule does not coincide with these times, you may ask the hotel to store your luggage while you explore independently. Please note that every effort is made to ensure that your hotel room is available and ready for occupancy upon your arrival at the hotel, but this is not always possible. A short wait for your room to become available may be unavoidable. Depending on your scheduled arrival or departure, you may wish to purchase an early check-in or late check-out, or an additional hotel night, to guarantee availability of your room. Feel free to contact your travel agent or Brand g Vacations to review your arrival and departure and discuss any special check-in and/or check-out needs.
The program officially begins on November 14th.
The first group activity will be our flight (Airlink 4Z 494) from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) at 11:35AM, with scheduled arrival to Victoria Falls Airport in Zimbabwe (VFA) at approximately 1:20PM. We will provide exact meeting instructions in your personalized travel documents, which will be emailed to you at least 30 days prior to departure.
Arrival Transfers are only provided for guests arriving prior to the 14th of November if previously arranged with Brand g and in conjunction with a hotel stay arranged by Brand g. If you are staying at the Intercontinental at the airport you may walk to the hotel.
If arrival transfers are arranged as per your personal travel documents, on arrival please proceed through immigration, then collect your luggage and exit the secure area through customs, where you will be met by a representative who will be holding a sign with the Brand g Vacations logo, and who will accompany you to your transport.
If you cannot find the representative, please remain outside the customs area until the representative comes to you. There may be a waiting period of up to one hour for scheduled airport transfers, depending on grouping of flight arrivals.
For guests with independently booked hotels or on flights arriving on the 14th of November, please ensure to arrive at Johannesburg Tambo International Airport (JNB) no later than 8:00AM on the 14th of November to officially start the tour. Your included flight to Victoria Falls will depart at 11:35AM. On arrival at the airport make your way to the meeting point to begin your trip. You will be notified of the location and time in your personalized travel documents.
Departure Transfers: Guests who provided their independently arranged flight details to Brand g Vacations no later than 45 days prior to departure, will automatically have airport departure transfers arranged.
Flight arrangements must also be made in accordance with Brand g vacations flight recommendations. Guests are responsible for checking with the airlines and providing their most up-to-date flight details. Please contact your travel agent or Brand g Vacations if you have any questions about your flight arrangements. At the end of the vacation, you will be transferred from the Cape Town host hotel to to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in time for your independently arranged flight. Guests who booked additional nights’ accommodation will be transferred to the airport at the end of their stay. If you booked another hotel following the Brand g trip, you will be transferred from the Brand g host hotel to your new hotel. No further transfers will be provided.
If you experience a travel delay while still in your home country, after working with your air carrier to revise your flight schedule, please contact Brand g’s Minneapolis-based Operations Office at +1 952-405-9309 to advise us of your revised arrival date and time. If the line is busy or you are calling outside of general business hours, please leave a message.
If you have already departed your home country, please contact our local staff or your Brand g host at the numbers provided in the Emergency Contact section of this page.
If you purchased travel insurance that covers flight delay and cancellation expenses, you will also want to contact your travel insurance company to start a claim for expenses incurred during your delay. If the delay is serious enough that you will miss the starting point of your vacation, any additional hotel, and/or flight arrangements necessary to meet your group will be at your expense.
Baggage delays unfortunately occur from time to time, especially during peak travel periods. If you discover any bag did not make it to your destination, do not leave the airport baggage area without completing a Lost Baggage Report with your air carrier. This report is essential to the tracking of your claim. If you have an airport transfer scheduled, and are traveling with a companion, we recommend that one person exit the baggage claim area and locate the representative to inform him or her of the situation. This will allow the representative to ensure that the transfer is properly provided. Give the air carrier a copy of your travel itinerary, along with the hotel and contact information provided in the Contact & Emergency Information section further down this page. Report your lost baggage to your Brand g Vacations Tour Leader and provide them with a copy of your Lost Baggage Report.
Brand g Vacations is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged baggage and/or personal belongings. Selecting a travel insurance plan that will cover lost or stolen luggage and/or personal items is highly recommended.
A Brand g Vacations Tour Leader will be with you throughout your travel program to handle all the details, leaving you to relax and enjoy your vacation.
The ability to stay in touch with friends and family is an important part of travel, and many guests choose to bring cell phones on the trip. International roaming charges can be expensive, and it is advisable to contact your domestic carrier to determine the charges and plans available for each country you are visiting, then select the best available plan for your expected usage. In some countries, SIM cards are available for purchase that can be used in an unlocked phone (call your carrier to determine if your phone is, or can be, unlocked), providing a local number that can be used both locally and internationally, usually at a significantly lower rate.
Making international calls from hotels is possible, but costly. Connection fees are usually applied, in addition to other call charges. Please refer to the hotel information in your room or call reception for up-to-date prices.
Wi-Fi is available in the included program accommodations, although there may be a charge at certain properties. Please refer to the hotel information in your room or call reception for up-to-date prices.
For the Victoria Falls portion of the itinerary, Zimbabwe uses the US dollar and Euros. You should bring US currency to pay for your Zambia/Zimbabwe UNIVISA ($50usd per person), plus enough smaller denomination US Dollars or Euros to cover small purchases and incidental expenses. The hotel and many larger merchants and restaurants will accept credit cards. Please note that Zimbabwe often has cash shortages, and withdrawals from ATMs or banks may not always be possible. Also, some card companies may not support transactions in Zimbabwe. Therefore, we strongly suggest you carry enough US Dollars or Euros to cover your visa expense as well as any incidental expenses. However, since your hotel accommodations and most meals and activities are already paid for, you shouldn’t need a large amount of cash.
South Africa’s official currency is the Rand. You may withdraw Rand via ATM at the Johannesburg airport or exchange Dollars or Euros for Rand at a currency exchange within the airport. You also can withdraw or exchange money in Cape Town. Credit cards are widely accepted throughout South Africa.
Please contact your bank and/or credit card companies to let them know that you will be leaving the country to avoid any problems using your ATM card and credit card(s) overseas.
Gratuities for the included components of this program have been pre-paid. You are welcome to provide additional tips at your discretion.
Smoking throughout the program is allowed only in designated areas. The hotels have open areas where smoking is allowed, and may offer smoking areas in specific sections of some indoor lounges. However, all hotel rooms are non-smoking. We ask everyone to refrain from smoking while on excursions.
The voltage in Zimbabwe and South Africa is 220-240/50Hz. To use any electrical product that is not dual voltage, you will need an electrical converter. The outlets in Zimbabwe are Type C, D or G while the outlets in South Africa are type M – three prong, although you may also find types C, D and N. Therefore, you will also likely need plug adapters to plug in your devices. Because the voltage may fluctuate at times, we also recommend unplugging your devices when not in use or when leaving them unattended.
Your tour program includes comprehensive excursions led by a local English-speaking guide; these have been designed to provide you with the best possible experience. Excursions vary in difficulty level. Specific excursion information can be found in the daily itinerary. Your Brand g Vacations Tour Leader will provide details on each day’s excursion(s) and timing. Should guests be concerned about any aspect of an excursion, please inform your local guide or Tour Leader.
Your itinerary may take you into some areas where locals are simply living their daily lives. Should you wish to take a photo of locals, please request their permission first (simply pointing to your camera and allowing them to nod is sufficient). When traveling through areas with wildlife, it is imperative to remain as quiet as possible to prevent startling the animals. If you plan to bring a cell phone or tablet on excursions, please ensure it is set to “silent.” Guides will alert you when photos and/or flash photos are not allowed.
Many of the places we visit on this itinerary are not handicapped accessible. Some excursions involve walking over uneven ground and some excursions are walking tours only. For your safety and enjoyment, we recommend that all guests be in good physical condition.
At its sole discretion, Brand g Vacations reserves the right to refuse passage, or to require a passenger to end his or her trip if the passenger’s state of health or physical condition may affect his or her own health, safety, and enjoyment, or that of other guests.
In the countries in which we operate, pickpockets are not uncommon, and caution is encouraged. Brand g Vacations cannot be held liable for loss of money, jewelry, or other valuable items from a hotel, or while on an excursion. A travel insurance policy will typically cover most incidents of loss or theft.
Water in South Africa is safe for consumption. In Zimbabwe, please do not drink tap water or use it for brushing your teeth. Complimentary bottled water for drinking and brushing teeth is provided at the hotel, as well as during excursions.
Weather forecasts are widely available on the Internet, and some of the favorites for large, international cities are www.weather.com and www.cnn.com/weather.
Average temperatures
Victoria Falls: 86/63 degrees F
Nelspruit: 77/75 degrees F
Cape Town: 66/40 degrees F
Travel Essentials: The following items are essential for any destination: sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, hat, rain coat and umbrella. It is recommended that you bring; Electrical convertor and adaptors, duplicates of prescription eyewear, copies of prescriptions for any medications (generic equivalents are usually easier to obtain), copies of credit card information, and copies of your passport information pages and visas.
Clothing: Comfortable, sporty, casual clothing is appropriate throughout this program. We suggest lightweight, light-colored, “expedition style” clothing in natural, moisture-wicking fabrics that may be layered. A mix of shirts, everyday slacks/pants, skirts/dresses, and walking shorts are appropriate. Early mornings, late evenings, and air-conditioned spaces may also require a light sweater or jacket.
On excursions/safari, you may wish to bring long pants and long-sleeve shirts to protect against both sun and insects. Many companies now offer expedition-style clothing in lightweight materials with sun protection and/or insect repellent in the fabric. We also recommend packing a swimsuit since there are pools in the hotels. If you plan to visit Table Mountain, you should bring warm clothing as it is at an elevation of 3500 ft and it can be quite cold. Sport jackets and cocktail dresses are not needed at any time during this program; however, you may wish to pack a few nicer outfits for evening meals or nights out on your own.
Footwear: Sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, with good ankle support are highly recommended, as there is a significant amount of walking on many excursions.
Dates of stay: November 14 – 16
The internationally-acclaimed 5-Star Victoria Falls Hotel offers Colonial grandeur and boasts epic views of the Victoria Falls Bridge and the magnificent Victoria Falls themselves. The Hotel is set in acres of private gardens and was established in 1904. For over a century, visiting members of Royal families, Heads of State, celebrities, authors, journalists and poets have preferred to stay at the Victoria Falls Hotel, where they are assured of total privacy, comfort and care.
Enjoy a Gin and Tonic or the famous Victoria Falls Hotel High Tea on the wide veranda as you take in epic views of the bridge and the magnificent Victoria Falls themselves. Standing on the terrace, you look straight down the Batoka Gorge at the bridge with the spray of the falls in the background. The Victoria Falls Hotel has a private pathway that leads to the Falls, which is an easy 10-minute walk away.
Hotel Amenities:
The Victoria Falls Hotel features 161 luxurious rooms and suites. The accommodation is truly a five-star experience of pure grandeur.
Room Amenities:
Dates of stay: November 20 – 24
The ultra-luxurious Sabi Sands resort is the only private game reserve rooted in both the Sabi Sand Game Reserve and Kruger National Park, and is one of only seven private park concessions protecting 5,000ha (12,500 acres) of pristine wilderness, as well as sites of cultural and historical significance. The family owned and operated Game Reserve was established in 1948 and instilled a legacy of community and conservation nourished by the perennial Sabie River.
Bush Lodge is the embodiment of a luxurious journey through Africa. This theme extends to our dining experience, which includes a wide variety of locally-inspired dishes as well as global favorites prepared to the highest international standards. The lodge features a pool, well-equipped gym, luxury spa, wifi in public areas, laundry up to 950Rand per person, soft drinks, selection of house wines, local brand spirits and beers.
Your stay at Bush Lodge includes all meals; teas/coffees; inclusive drinks and selected snacks (all soft drinks, and selection of local beers, local spirits and select house wines); two game drives daily with FGASA-accredited field guide and tracker; game drive refreshments and snacks; specified inclusive safari activities; Skukuza Airport transfers; Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry.
Specialist activities included: Game drives; bush walks; hippo experience; stargazing; wildlife lectures; bush breakfasts, picnic lunches and bush dinners; Henna Pre-School visit (excludes weekends, school holidays and public holidays).
Hotel Amenities:
Room Amenities:
Dates of stay: November 16- 20
Additional post program nights available upon request.
Nestled within a natural amphitheater shaped by the vertical cliffs of Devil’s Peak and Lion’s Head sits Cape Town in all of its coastal glory. Here, commanding an enviable spot in the city’s fashionable Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, is One & Only Cape Town, overlooking the marina with panoramic views of Table Mountain. An urban chic waterfront resort with unprecedented levels of luxury, One & Only is a place of friendly calm and gracious hospitality for all. All rooms have expansive views of the private Marina or the surrounding mountains.
Hotel Amenities:
Room Amenities:
Fitness Center and Spa: The spa offers a selection of massage and hydrotherapy treatments.
Johannesburg, South Africa / Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
The tour officially begins at Johannesburg Airport, where we will take Airlink flight 494 (or a similar flight) from Johannesburg to Victoria Falls. The flight departs Johannesburg at approximately 11:35 AM and arrives in Victoria Falls at around 1:20 PM. This flight is included in the cost of the trip.
Note: Your international arrival may require an overnight stay in Johannesburg to make this flight.
Visa Notice: If you have signed up for the Devil’s Pool Excursion, please ensure you obtain a UNIVISA upon entry into Victoria Falls. This visa is required for guests participating in this activity. If you are not participating in the Devil’s Pool, a single-entry visa will suffice for your visit. The cost of this is $50 USD. Credit card facilities may not be available, so we ask that you bring the $50 USD in cash.
Upon arrival at Victoria Falls Airport, you will be transferred to your hotel and later enjoy a guided walking tour of Victoria Falls, which will take around 2.5 hours. This tour involves easy walking, though you may encounter some stairs and uneven surfaces.
After the tour, check in at the Victoria Falls Hotel, where you will stay for two nights in Stable Wing Signature Rooms. Your stay includes daily breakfast.
At 7:00 PM, enjoy a buffet dinner at the hotel’s Jungle Junction Restaurant, where we have requested front-row seats for the tribal show.
Meals Included: Dinner
Tour of Victoria Falls Difficulty Level: 2/5 (Easy walking, may include stairs and uneven surfaces)
Tour Duration Approx.: 2.5 Hours
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
After breakfast at the hotel, the day begins with a 6:30 AM pickup for those who signed up in advance for the Devil’s Pool adventure, including breakfast at Livingstone Island. These guests will be transferred back to the helicopter launch site after the activity. It’s important to bring a change of clothes for after the excursions. There are changing rooms on the island.
Following this, experience a 25-minute helicopter flight over Victoria Falls. The flights will depart at staggered times to accommodate schedules: 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, and 11:00 AM.
At 12:00 PM, enjoy lunch at the Lookout Café, which overlooks the Victoria Falls Gorge. Lunch will include a 2-course à la carte meal.
In the afternoon, the following optional activities:
Alternatively, you may spend the afternoon at leisure, either relaxing at the hotel or visiting the local crafts market for some shopping.
In the evening, embark on a luxury sunset & dinner cruise on the Zambezi Breeze. The cruise includes river fees, as well as all local wines, beers, and cold drinks.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities: Devil’s Pool, Zipline, Gorge Swing, Canopy Tour
Helicopter Flight Times: 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM
Lunch Time: 12:00 PM
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe / Cape Town, South Africa
This morning, after breakfast, we will transfer to Victoria Falls Airport for the included flight to Cape Town, South Africa, with a layover in Johannesburg.
Upon arrival in Cape Town, you will transfer to the One and Only Hotel, located at the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. Guests will enjoy upgraded accommodations in Island Rooms, offering a luxurious stay for the next four nights, including daily breakfast.
After settling in and having some time to refresh, we will take a short walk along the waterfront to Sevruga Restaurant for dinner.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Cape Town, South Africa
After enjoying a delicious breakfast at the hotel, we will depart for a full-day tour of the Cape Winelands, at 9:00 AM focusing on Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. During the tour, we will participate in wine tastings and enjoy a luxury picnic lunch at the beautiful Boschendal Estate.
On the return trip to Cape Town, we will make a stop at Signal Hill for stunning views of the city and the bay. A brief city orientation will be provided en route back to the hotel.
The evening will be at your leisure to enjoy dinner and explore the vibrant nightlife of Cape Town.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Tour of Cape Winelands Difficulty Level: 2/5 (Easy walking, may include stairs and uneven surfaces)
Duration Approx.: 6 Hours
Cape Town, South Africa
After breakfast at the hotel, we will embark on a full-day tour of the Cape Peninsula. We’ll depart the hotel at 8:00 AM for a visit to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, which includes a funicular ride to the summit for breathtaking views.
Lunch will be enjoyed at Two Oceans Restaurant, located at Cape Point.
In the afternoon, we will visit Boulders Beach to see the famous penguins and explore Simons Town. We will return to the One and Only Hotel in the late afternoon.
The evening is at your leisure to explore Cape Town’s fantastic restaurants and nightlife, particularly around the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Tour of Cape Peninsula Difficulty Level: 2/5 (Easy walking, may include stairs and uneven surfaces)
Duration Approx.: 7 Hours
Cape Town, South Africa
Today is at your leisure. Sleep in, relax at the hotel’s spa, or explore some of Cape Town’s vibrant neighborhoods. Alternatively, you can take part in one of the optional Add-on:
If you want to purchase a ticket for these attractions directly, you may follow the below URLs:
In the late afternoon, we will transfer by coach to the Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, where we’ll enjoy a selection of canapés and sundowners on the lavish lawns surrounding the fountain. The evening will flow into a private 3-course dinner in the Sherwood Room.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Tours: Table Mountain, Robben Island
Cape Town / Sabi Sands, South Africa
Today, after breakfast, we transfer to Cape Town Airport for the included flight to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (Nelspruit).
Upon arrival, we will take a 2-hour transfer to your luxury private lodge at Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge. Along the way, you will enjoy your first game drive, offering a glimpse of the local wildlife.
Once we arrive at the lodge, we’ll have a brief orientation before being shown to our rooms to settle in. Later in the evening, we will rejoin for a welcome dinner.
Note: Your stay at the lodge includes all meals, teas/coffees, snacks, selected beverages, and laundry (limited).
Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve
Over the next three days, immerse yourself in the beauty of the Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve with daily sunrise and sunset game drives. Explore the reserve with your expert guides as you search for the Big 5 and learn about the Small 5.
Each day will begin with an early morning game drive, followed by a sumptuous buffet breakfast at the lodge. You’ll have plenty of time during the day to relax and enjoy the lodge’s amenities, such as the pool, or indulge in a spa treatment. Afternoons will include a late lunch and time for a siesta before heading out for an evening sunset game drive.
On your last full day (Nov 23), challenge your guides to help you check off any remaining sightings of the Big or Small 5 from your list. In the evening, we will celebrate with a festive farewell dinner featuring local wines.
Note: Walking safaris may also be arranged during your stay, depending on your preferences.
Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve / Departures
This morning, enjoy your final sunrise game drive, followed by breakfast at the lodge. Afterward, bid farewell to the wonderful guides and staff at Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge.
We will then transfer to Skukuza Airport or Nelspruit (MQP) for your departure flights, depending on your itinerary. Transfer times will be coordinated by the lodge staff.
We hope you’ll find the linked page below useful when planning your free time before, during and after your trip. It contains city insight information for Cape Town, including nightlife and restaurant recommendations as well as other things to do and see.
Our Brand g Vacations private Facebook groups are designed so you can connect with your fellow travelers. This group is for guests on both of our 2024 Africa trips. It is a closed group and only guests attending the two Africa trips may join.
Start to connect with friends, old and new, even before the trip starts. Share your travel tips, stories and photographs and make your vacation an unforgettable experience. Please allow 48 hours to be approved to join the group.
If you’d like to connect with your fellow travelers before the program, we encourage you to click the link to our Facebook Page HERE or scan the QR code with the camera on your
Below is a list of emergency contact details
Please bring this information with you and provide a copy to your family members or friends in case they need to reach you in the event of an emergency. Johannesburg is in the South Africa Standard Time Zone, so when it is Noon in New York City it is 6:00pm in Johannesburg.
International telephone calls may be made by dialing the International Access Code (011), the country code and then the phone number. If you are dialing from inside South Africa, you do not need to dial the country code of 27.
| Brand g Hosts:
James Mayo +1-801-209-4523 Mike Mumford +1-801-403-5227 |
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| Local Representatives:
South Africa (Johannesburg & Cape Town): Johan Herbst +27 (0) 82 574 2992 Zimbabwe (Victoria Falls): Prior to departure you may contact the Brand g office at the number listed below. If outside of our normal office hours, please leave a message. Since arrival transfers are not provided (except those with reservations through Brand g at the Peech Boutique Hotel), you should only need to contact our local representatives if you are not able to make the meeting time for our flight to Victoria Falls. |
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| PROGRAM DATE | PROGRAM HOTEL | ADDRESS |
| Early arrival hotel | Intercontinental OR Tambo Hotel
Telephone: +27-11-9615400 |
OR Tambo International Airport |
| Nov 14 – 16 | Victoria Falls Hotel
Telephone: +263-213-2844751/9 |
1 Mallet Drive
Victoria Falls, Harare |
| Nov 16 – 20 & 24 | One and Only Hotel
Telephone: +27-21-431-5888 |
Dock Road; Victoria & Alfred Waterfront Cape Town 8001 |
| Nov 20 – 24 | Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve | On Safari – South Africa |
| Departure Local Representative: Johan Herbst: +27 (0) 82 574 2992 | ||
| Brand g Vacations +1 952-405-9309 info@brandgvacations.com | ||
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