Name: Stars Of South Africa Cruise
Brand: AmaWaterways
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Day 1 - Arrive in Capetown

Day 2 - Cape Town

Arrive: Sat 03 May 2025

Cape Town is a port city on South Africa’s southwest coast, on a peninsula beneath the imposing Table Mountain. Slowly rotating cable cars climb to the mountain’s flat top, from which there are sweeping views of the city, the busy harbor and boats heading for Robben Island, the notorious prison that once held Nelson Mandela, which is now a living museum.

Day 3 - Cape Town

Day 4 - Cape Town

Depart: Mon 05 May 2025

Day 4 - Kasane

Arrive: Mon 05 May 2025 / Depart: Mon 05 May 2025

Kasane is a town in the northeastern corner of Botswana, near the borders with Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe. It's the gateway to Chobe National Park, known for the herds of elephants which converge on the Chobe River in the dry season. Caracal Biodiversity Center shelters rescued wildlife. The Chobe Crocodile Farm is nearby. East of town, the Kazungula Ferry crosses the Zambezi River, connecting to Zambia.

Day 4 - Zambezi Queen Cruising

Day 5 - Zambezi Queen Cruising

Day 6 - Zambezi Queen Cruising

Day 7 - Zambezi Queen Cruising

Day 8 - Zambezi Queen Cruising

Day 8 - Victoria Falls

Arrive: Fri 09 May 2025

Victoria Falls is a waterfall on the Zambezi River in southern Africa, which provides habitat for several unique species of plants and animals. It is located on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe and is considered to be one of the world's largest waterfalls due to its width of 1,708 m.

Day 9 - Victoria Falls

Day 10 - Victoria Falls

Depart: Sun 11 May 2025

Day 10 - Johannesburg

Arrive: Sun 11 May 2025

Johannesburg, South Africa's biggest city and capital of Gauteng province, began as a 19th-century gold-mining settlement. Its sprawling Soweto township was once home to Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu. Mandela’s former residence is now the Mandela House museum. Other Soweto museums that recount the struggle to end segregation include the somber Apartheid Museum and Constitution Hill, a former prison complex.

Day 11 - Johannesburg

Day 12 - Johannesburg

Depart: Tue 13 May 2025

Day 12 - Kruger National Park

Arrive: Tue 13 May 2025

Kruger National Park, in northeastern South Africa, is one of Africa’s largest game reserves. Its high density of wild animals includes the Big 5: lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants and buffalos. Hundreds of other mammals make their home here, as do diverse bird species such as vultures, eagles and storks. Mountains, bush plains and tropical forests are all part of the landscape.

Day 13 - Kruger National Park

Day 14 - Kruger National Park

Day 15 - Kruger National Park

Depart: Fri 16 May 2025

Day 15 - Johannesburg

Arrive: Fri 16 May 2025 / Depart: Fri 16 May 2025

Zambezi Queen From AmaWaterways

Designed specifically for wildlife viewing, the intimate 28-passenger Zambezi Queen made her debut in one of the world’s most captivating places, Africa’s legendary Chobe River. As she drifts along the river, animals perceive no threat, affording you with once-in-a-lifetime up-close game experiences. Additionally, to ensure no harm to the environment, the eco-friendly Zambezi Queen uses a water jet propulsion system, fuel-efficient and low-emission generators, and a solar heating system. An enclosed, air-conditioned dining room, lounge and bar grace the top deck, as well as an open-air Sun Deck complete with plunge pool. Suites feature private balconies where you can enjoy unobstructed views of the river and African landscape. Throughout the day, be treated to complimentary South African wines, beer, local spirits, soft drinks and bottled water. And on one special night, enjoy an African-themed dinner with traditional dishes and entertainment.

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Private Balcony

In-room temperature control and fan Deluxe hotel-style bedding and oversized king beds (can also be configured as two single beds) Spacious en-suite bathrooms Large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and slippers Floor-to-ceiling windows, sliding glass doors and sliding shutters for privacy and protection from the sun Outside balcony Complimentary Wi-Fi and electronic safe Complimentary bottled water replenished daily

Private Balcony with Sitting Area