12 DAYS – SOUTH AFRICA & KENYA

Departure 2026 date(s): Aug 24, Sept 7, Sept 21 | Number of days: 12

Day 1

Nairobi

Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport meet with our representative at the airport. Nairobi, popularly known as “Green City in the Sun”. Nairobi is the capital and largest city of Kenya. The name “Nairobi” translates to “the place of cool waters”. On arrival proceed hotel and check in (Standard check in time is 03:00 PM) Dinner and overnight in Nairobi.

(Meals: L, D)


Day 2

Nairobi – Lake Naivasha

Journey to Lake Naivasha located just 55 miles northwest of Nairobi, is one of the most beautiful of Kenya’s Rift Valley lakes.  Lunch at our Lodge and relax before departing for the afternoon game run. Take a boat ride to Crescent Island and walk around this game and bird sanctuary, which is host to Zebra, Giraffe, Waterbuck, several antelope species and more. Overnight in Lake Naivasha.

(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 3

Masai Mara

Today we drive through the dramatic Great Rift Valley to the Maasai Mara National Reserve and proceed to Masai Mara. This is undoubtedly the finest wildlife area in Kenya for seeing big game. The reserve is famous for the Great Migration, which reputedly is one of the most impressive natural events in the world & is home of the Big Five: Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo and Rhino. Lunch at our Lodge and relax before departing for the afternoon game run. 

(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 4

Masai Mara

The search for great predators continues today. Enjoy game drives in the morning and evening. Game viewing here is in fact fabulous year-round. Restricted off-road game viewing is allowed, making it all the more attractive. Dinner and overnight at Masai Mara.

(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 5

Masai Mara – Nairobi – Giraffe Center

Head back to Nairobi. Upon arrival, lunch followed by a guided tour of Nairobi. Later visit Giraffe Center, where you can learn more about the Rothschild’s giraffes and even feed them from an elevated platform. Overnight at Nairobi. 

(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 6

Nairobi – Cape Town, South Africa by flight

Your fascinating Kenya tour ends as you check out of the hotel in Nairobi to fly to Cape Town, South Africa, Upon arrival, transfer to your Hotel. Cape Town is one of the most multicultural cities in the world, reflecting its role as a major destination for immigrants and expatriates to South Africa. Later in the evening, enjoy Indian dinner. Overnight in Cape Town.

(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 7

Table Mountain – City Tour

Today, you will travel by the cable car to the Peak of Table Mountain (Weather permitting) to witness the phenomenal views of Cape Town.  Upon your descent, visit the Malay Quarter, Cape Town city center, Company Gardens. Travel to Milner ton Lighthouse for a great photo opportunity of Table Mountain from across Table Bay.  Finally, you have a brief stop at the Diamond Works to learn about one of South Africa’s most famous exports product and later visit to the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. Overnight in Cape Town.

(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 8

Cape Town, South Africa | Tour of Cape Peninsula

Enjoy the full day tour of Cape Peninsula. This is an area of wild natural beauty with breathtaking scenery, wildlife and vegetation around every corner. The highlight of the tour includes Cape Point and its Nature Reserve and the Funicular, Seal Island Cruise (weather permitting), Penguin colony, Simons Town and Cape of Good Hope. Overnight in Cape Town.

(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 09

Cape Town – Oudtshoorn/George

This morning check out and proceed to Oudtshoorn. Visit Congo Caves, one of the world’s great wonders with its finest stalactite caves. Later travel to Oudtshoorn -the feather capital of the world. Evening at leisure, Overnight in Oudtshoorn /George.

(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 10

Oudtshoorn/Geroge – Knysna

Today enjoy the Safari Ostrich Farm. The tour starts in the breeding camp, where stages of their life cycle are explained. You can sit on & even ride on an ostrich. Later proceed to Knysna and enjoy a ferry ride on famous Knysna Lagoon and visit Featherbed Nature Reserve, a pristine piece of paradise on the Western Head of Knysna. Discover sandy coves, peer into giant caves. Explore local markets. Overnight in Knysna.

(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 11

George – Johannesburg by flight City Tour

Check out and proceed to George airport to fly to Johannesburg. Upon arrival depart for guided city tour. The city is the source of a large-scale gold and diamond trade, due to its location on the mineral-rich Witwatersrand range of hills. Today you will explore Constitutional Hill, Newton Precinct, JSE, Diagonal Street, Carlton Center (observation deck), Rissik Street, Nelson Mandela House, Sandton Square, Temples, Mosque, and Gandhi Square and much more. Overnight in Johannesburg.

(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 12

Depart

After breakfast proceed to airport to take flight back home or Victoria Falls.

(Meals: B)

 


Extension of Victoria Falls Tour (Optional)

Day 12

Johannesburg – Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Today we say good bye to South Africa as you board your flight for Victoria Falls, Zambia. Upon arrival transfer to Hotel and Check in.  Evening Sunset cruise.

(Meals: L, D)


Day 13

Full Day Activity at Victoria Falls

After breakfast depart on a guided tour of the Falls and traditional village. Here you will view the spectacular Devil’s Cataract, Main Falls as well as the Horseshoe Falls.

(Meals: B, L, D)


Day 14

Departure

This morning you will be collected from the hotel and transferred to the airport for your outbound flight back to home.

(Meals: B)

Cities Nights Sightseeing Entrances & Tickets Included
Nairobi 2 Guided City Tour Giraffe Center
Lake Naivasha 1   Boat Game Drive
Masai Mara 2   Game Drive
Cape Town 3 Guided City tour, Cape Peninsula, Cape Point, Penguin colony Seal Island Cruise, Table Mountain
Oudtshoorn 1   Congo Caves, Ostrich Farm
Knysna 1 Knysna Lagoon Featherbed Nature Reserve
Johannesburg 1 Guided City Tour- Constitutional Hill, Carlton Center, Gandhi Square  
Extension Tour (Optional)
Victoria Falls, Zambia 2 Walking tour of Victoria Falls on Zambian Side Sunset Cruise

VISA INFORMATION

USA Citizens: Multiple entry Kenya, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

Green Card Holder: Multiple entry Kenya, Zambia, Zimbabwe, South Africa visa.

Indian National: Multiple entry Kenya, Zambia, Zimbabwe, South Africa visa.

 *Note: Cost of above-mentioned visas is not included in your tour Price.

 *Health Requirement: Yellow fever vaccination required to visit Kenya.

INCLUSIONS

  • Deluxe 4* Hotel Accommodation
  • All Transfers, Sightseeing and Entrance Tickets as per the itinerary
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner as per the itinerary
  • Jain meals upon request
  • Services Of Maxim Tour Escort
  • 2 Water bottle (500 ml) per person per day

EXCLUSIONS

  • International Airfare
  • Internal Airline Airfare
  • Expenses of personal nature such as laundry, shopping, drinks
  • Any incidental Charges at the Hotel
  • Tips USD 6 Per Person Per Day
  • Cost of Visa
  • Any other services not mentioned in the itinerary and tour inclusion

HOTELS

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Location Nights Hotel Name or Similar [Deluxe Category]
Nairobi 2 Intercontinental Hotel/Royal Orchid Azure or Similar
Lake Naivasha 1 Naivasha Lodge or Similar
Masai Mara 2 Ashnil Mara/Mara Sopa/Sarova Mara/Mara Serena or Similar
Cape Town 3 The Commodore or Similar
Oudtshoorn 1 Queens Hotel or Similar
Knysna 1 Protea Hotel Knysna Quays or Similar
Johannesburg 1 Southern Sun Hyde Park Hotel or Similar
Optional Victoria Falls hotel
Victoria Falls (Optional) 2 Eliphant Hill or Similar

Package cost:

Africa: Cost based on min 25 people
Land Package cost: Per person on twin share

USD 3550

(Single Occupancy Additional Supplement – USD 950 per person)


Victoria Falls Cost: Cost based on min 20 people

Land Package cost: Per person on twin share

USD 950

Departure Date 2026:
Aug 24, Sept 7, Sept 21

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