Take in the Best of Cape Town, South Africa

Start your expedition with two days in Cape Town, one of South Africa’s three vibrant capital cities. You’ll stay right on the Atlantic Ocean, just steps away from the bustling Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. There, you’ll find three major attractions—the Zeitz MOCAA (Museum of Contemporary Art Africa), the Two Oceans Aquarium, and The Cape Wheel—along with adorable boutique shops, countless restaurants, a popular farmers market, and dozens of boat tours.

But there’s more to Cape Town than just the waterfront. With your guide, you’ll also take in unending views of the city via the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway, learn about the struggles of apartheid at the District Six Museum, and dive into the multi-faceted flavors of the local Cape Malay cuisine.

Make a Few Penguin Friends at Cape Town Peninsula

From Cape Town proper, it’s just a short drive to the Cape Town Peninsula and the lovely Boulders Beach. Home to the Boulders Penguin Colony, this beach is one of just a few places in the world where you can see the critically endangered African penguin in its natural habitat. From designated observation boardwalks, watch the penguins waddling around the shoreline or diving into the waters, and even get a glimpse of their hidden burrows. Guests will also learn from a National Geographic Expert about their projects to protect local wildlife.

Go on a Safari through Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve

Located within the larger Kruger National Park, the Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve is an incredible location to spot the “Big Five” of safaris: lions, leopards, rhinoceroses, elephants, and African buffalos, along with hundreds of other wildlife species. It’s three days of next-level wildlife watching, interspersed only by calming nights and flavorful meals at the five-star Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge.

Experience the Nature and Culture of Livingstone, Zambia

Your visit to Zambia begins with a flight into Livingstone, a gateway to the stunning Victoria Falls. Stretching more than 5,600 feet wide and 354 feet tall, it’s one of the world’s largest waterfalls and a jaw-dropping sight to behold. Take a guided walk to many viewpoints around these falls and its Zambezi River source, keeping an eye out for wildlife all along the way.

While the falls and its surrounding nature are one draw of Livingstone, the local culture is another. Venture to the nearby village of Mukuni, where the Leya people have been practicing their customs since the 13th century. Learn the history of the community, meet the village elders, sample traditional food and drinks, and watch beadwork artisans at work.