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Seven-Night Vacation of South Africa with Airfare, Accommodations, Game Drives, and Some Meals from Africa Answers

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Cathryn
7 years ago
need an extra day between leaving Victoria Falls and travel back to the US

Vacation in Johannesburg & Cape Town on your own, and keep a lookout for lions and giraffes on twice-daily game drives in a private reserve

What You Get

  • Starting at $2,999, 11-day/7-night vacation of South Africa with airfare
  • 14 options available, including departures in October and November 2013 and February and March 2014 from New York (JFK), Washington DC (IAD), Dallas (DFW), Houston (IAH), Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO), or Seattle (SEA).
  • Click here to see all options and departure dates.

    Note: All options are priced per person and valid for a Travel with a Friend package (two Groupons required), or you can pay an additional $699 fee to travel solo. Read about package structures here.

    Policies and Fees

    For all options, book by: 8/13/13

    • Blackout dates: No blackout dates
    • Cancellation policy & fees: Fee of Groupon price to cancel
    • Taxes: Tax included
    • Additional fees: Approximately $12 Conservation Levy per person per day at Makalali Lodge not included

      Read the Fine Print for important info on travel dates and other restrictions.

Vacation in South Africa

This seven-night vacation includes leisure time in two of South Africa’s most cosmopolitan cities—Johannesburg and Cape Town—as well as game drives in a private reserve. On morning and evening drives into the bush, you might spot giraffes, lions, and rhinos.

Included in the vacation:

  • Round-trip airfare on Emirates from one of 7 cities
  • One-night stay with breakfast at the Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace in Johannesburg
  • Three-night stay with all meals and activities at Makalali Private Game Lodge
  • Three-night stay in a luxury suite with breakfast at Adderley Hotel in Cape Town
  • Flight between Johannesburg and Cape Town
  • Round-trip airport transfers in Cape Town<p>

Days 1–2: En route to Johannesburg, via Dubai

Day 3: Johannesburg

Spend the day exploring South Africa’s largest city on your own. The nearest train station, where you can catch the Johannesburg Red Line to downtown, is a half-hour walk from your hotel.

Must-see attraction: the Apartheid Museum, a 30-minute cab ride from the hotel Included meals: daily breakfast at the hotel

Days 4–6: Makalali Private Game Lodge

Giraffes, zebras, and members of the Big Five—lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalo—roam the grasslands surrounding Makalali, a private game reserve next door to Kruger National Park. The lodge is privately owned, which means the drivers can go off-road to get closer to animals—a practice that isn’t allowed in South Africa’s national parks and reserves.

Game drives per day: two; one in the morning and one in the afternoon Cocktail hour at sunset: You can enjoy drinks in the bush during a traditional African activity known as a Sundowner. Included meals: daily breakfast, lunch, and buffet dinner featuring Pan-African cuisine

Days 7–9: Cape Town

Cape Town, the capital of South Africa, is a very walkable city, and your hotel is located right downtown. You’ll also be just a 5-minute walk from the train, if you wish to explore further out.

Waterfront shopping: The V&A Waterfront is lined with more than 450 shops as well as restaurants and boat charter companies. Get a bird’s-eye view of the city: The legendary Table Mountain is about a 10-minute cab ride from the hotel. You can take an aerial cableway to the top of the mountain to get breathtaking views of Cape Town and the harbor. Included meals: daily breakfast at the hotel

Days 10–11: En route to the US, via Dubai

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much would it cost to fly from an airport not listed as part of this deal? Call Africa Answers on 1 866 427 2540 to arrange flights from other US cities.

2. Can we extend our trip before or after the promotional dates for the deal? Call Africa Answers on 1 866 427 2540 to discuss extending your trip.

3. How do I find out if the dates I want to travel are available? Call Africa Answers at (866) 427-2540 to discuss availability and travel options.

4. What happens if I buy the Groupon and my travel dates are not available?r> Groupon will refund your package if you cannot get the dates you want.

5. Does my child need a Groupon, and can they stay in my room? Every traveler needs a Groupon. Call Africa Answers at (866) 427-2540 to arrange child accommodations.

Read the Fine Print for important info on travel dates and other restrictions.

Traveler's Tips

  • A passport is required for all travel outside the U.S.
  • Before international travel, always check the State Department's website for important info on the destination and its entry/exit requirements.
  • Pricing for kids is available. Please inquire directly with Africa Answers at booking.

Getting There

  • By plane: includes round-trip airfare from seven cities and internal South Africa flight between Johannesburg and Cape Town.
  • By coach: includes all ground transportation in South Africa

Need To Know Info

  • Promotional value expires Aug 13, 2013. Amount paid never expires.
  • Book by 8/13/13 or promo value expires
  • Travel by 11/29/13 or 3/21/14, per option purchased
  • 1/person, multiple as gifts
  • Valid only for option bought
  • Reservation req'd, subject to avail
  • Hotels are subject to change based on avail
  • Alternate departure dates/gateways may be avail for extra fee
  • Fee of Groupon price to cancel
  • $300 fee to make changes plus airline and hotel fees Airfare non-refundable once ticketed
  • Must be 18+ to check in
  • Cc required at booking/check-in
  • Tax included
  • $699 fee to travel solo
  • $12 Conservation Levy/person/day at Makalali Lodge not included
  • Visas & gratuities not included
  • Itinerary subject to change based on departure city
  • Merchant is solely responsible to purchasers for the care and quality of the advertised goods and services.
  • Learn about Strike-Through Pricing and Savings

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Customer Reviews

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Cathryn
2 ratings|2 reviews
need an extra day between leaving Victoria Falls and travel back to the US
Veronica
1 rating|1 review
My experience with the Travel agent has gone very well. Anne Hansen has been very helpful in coordinating this trip for 4 people traveling together. I can offer more feedback on the trip after we return.
Terri
1 rating|1 review
I saw it and was inspired-it is booked for Oct. 2013 Will ket you know when we have completed this trip. The staff at Africa Answers are very helpful
Prabhu
6 ratings|2 reviews
The staff during the entire trip were great. Our safari guide / driver (Njoka) was great & had an eagle eye helping spot lions & other animals in what looked like tree limbs or shrubs to us! Highly recommend Private Safaris, a job well done! Very organized and all of the hotel & location selections were excellent outside of one - Lake Naivasha Country Club - that place needs a renovation - lovely location though. The only comment is that there was a lot of driving and maybe it would have been better to cut one location and stay a day extra at Lake Nakuru or Masai Mara.
KATIE
2 ratings|3 reviews
African Answers did a marvelous job! I could not have asked or found anything better. From the side trip in Dubai to the great safari company in Kenya!

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