Depart from New York or Washington, DC on your international South African Airways flight to Cape Town, South Africa via Johannesburg.

On arrival at Johannesburg's Oliver Tambo International Airport's Central Terminal Building, collect your luggage and then clear Customs & Immigration. Re-check your bags for your domestic flight to Cape Town. Then upon arrival at Cape Town Airport, you will be met by a Lion World Tours representative and transferred to your hotel.

The Commodore Hotel is situated in the heart of the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town's center of activity, with a variety of stores, restaurants and bars. The Hotel offers superb service and excellent cuisine in a secure, friendly environment and most rooms have wonderful views of Table Mountain, Table Bay and Signal Hill. The Clipper Restaurant offers superb dining in a tranquil setting, from a mouth-watering buffet breakfast to a diverse a la carte menu and devilish desserts! And to delight the palate further, indulge in a large selection of sherries, brandies and fine cognacs, or explore The Commodore House Wine Collection. Alternatively, relax to the nostalgic melodies played by the piano man over a light meal or high tea at The Admiralty Bar & Lounge.

Today you will be taken on a private half day tour to Simon's Town, a visit to Boulders Beach to see the Penguins. In 1983 a pair of African penguins was spotted on Foxy Beach at Boulders. Since then the colony has grown rapidly. Boulders still remains the only place in the world where one can actually swim amongst the penguins as they have continued to invade more beaches. They are remarkably untroubled by people.

Visit the Just Nuisance site. Just Nuisance was the only dog ever to be officially enlisted in the Royal Navy. He was a Great Dane who from 1939-44 served at HMS Afrikander, a Royal Navy shore establishment in Simon's Town, South Africa. He died in 1944 and was buried with full military honors. Nuisance was allowed to roam freely and, following the sailors, he began to take day trips by train as far afield as Cape Town, 22 miles (35 km) away. Despite the seamen's attempts to conceal him, the conductors would put him off the trains as soon as he was discovered. This did not cause him any problems, as he would wait for the next train or walk to another station where he would board the next train that came along. Amused travelers would occasionally offer to pay his fares.

Lastly a stop at Scratch Patch to hunt for polished gemstones. This is a very unique experience where you can have loads of fun "scratching" for your favorite tumble-polished gemstones from thousands of polished stones that quite literally cover the floor! A wide variety of tumble-polished gemstones are found in the Scratch Patch, such as Tiger's Eye, Rose Quartz, Amethyst, Jasper, Agates and Crystals. If you're lucky, you might find virtually anything including Lapis Lazuli, Blue Lace Agate and some really exotic stones!

Today enjoy a day of private touring, beginning with a trip up Table Mountain (weather permitting), followed by a stop in Hout Bay for an optional seal island cruise before arriving at the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Return to the V&A waterfront in time for lunch (own account), then spend the afternoon at the famous Two Oceans Aquarium.

Take a trip up Table Mountain in a cable car. The revolving cable cars give stunning views over the city. The summit of Cape Town's world-famous landmark is 1,086 meters/3258 feet above sea level and the mountain itself is a national monument. It is covered with a wide variety of wild flowers and is the natural home of the famous silver tree. From the summit you can marvel at the awe-inspiring 360-degree view of the city.

There will be a stop in Hout Bay. Off the coast of Simon's Town in False Bay lies Seal Island, a sanctuary for the Cape fur seal, and thus an ideal hunting ground for the seal's biggest predator, the Great White shark. On this day trip, we take you via boat to Seal Island and spend some time surface viewing from the boat (optional & for own account).

Continue on to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve and to Cape Point. Visit Cape Point by way of funicular or on foot. The views from this point are spectacular. Look out for the baboons and enjoy some magnificent scenery and lunch.

After lunch the afternoon will be spent at the Two Oceans Aquarium. Get to know the ins and outs of 88 of the species currently on display at the Aquarium. Explore the vibrant and colorful world of the Oceans of Contrast: Indian Ocean Gallery. Meet the famous ragged-tooth sharks and our celebrity turtles at the Predator Exhibit. Don't be surprised to spot the occasional African penguin in the enchanting Kelp Forest Exhibit. For frogs' sake! Conservation and information, and plopping good fun, await at Frogs: Beyond the Pond.

Today take a half day private tour to Spier to visit the cheetahs and eagles. Adults may also enjoy an optional wine tasting.

The Cheetah Outreach is an education and community-based program created to raise awareness of the plight of the cheetah and to campaign for its survival. The project was launched in January 1997 with just one hectare of land proved by Spier Wine Estate and two cheetahs. There will be a personal encounter with a Cheetah.

A visit to the Eagle Encounter at the Spier Wine Estate is a fascinating and never-to-be-forgotten experience. The Eagle Encounter seeks to rehabilitate birds of prey, including eagles, owls, kestrels, kites and goshawks that have been injured. Wherever possible the rehabilitated birds are reintroduced back into the wild. While these big birds are being healed, they are using the Eagle Encounter to educate the public concerning these amazing creatures. There is an Eagle/Falcon/Hawk training and a Falconry Display.

Today you will be transferred from your hotel to Cape Town Airport in time for your flight to Johannesburg. On arrival at Johannesburg Airport connect with your scheduled flight to Hoedspruit where you will be met and transferred to your lodge

Shiduli Safari Lodge is situated within Edeni Private Game Reserve and offers full-board Victorian-style accommodation set within beautiful surroundings.

Shiduli Safari Lodge is near the Kruger National Park. This splendid private game reserve is approximately 9,000 hectares in size, includes just about all the wildlife that the Kruger National Park has (including the Big 5 - elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion, and leopard) you may even spot the elusive cheetah or even pack of now very rare "Wild Dogs."

Shiduli offers an amazing kids program called "Little Paws Centre" with a fun range of activities to choose from, like TRACKER 101 - A mini tracker course culminating in a TRACKER 101 certificate. Along with Birding, Face painting, Hair braiding, Clay forming and even a night event, where kids will learn to identify sounds of the night and find out about nocturnal animals. And so much more!!

Enjoy a morning game viewing activity in this spectacular wildlife kingdom. Spend the hottest part of the day at the pool and more of the Little Paws Centre activities. In the late afternoon you will be taken on another unforgettable safari through the unspoilt African bush.

Shiduli Safari Lodge offers full-board accommodate in double rooms, all with en-suite bathroom and private porch. Services include an indoor and outdoor dining room, luxurious living rooms, an indoors bar, and an outdoors bar at the pool. Shiduli Safari Lodge offers top-class, highly-personalized service and excellent food, along with the best of African nature and wildlife, bringing it all together in a way that ensures an absolutely unforgettable experience.

Enjoy another day in this wildlife wonderland tracking animals and other exciting activities.

After breakfast you will be transferred to Hoedspruit for your scheduled flight to Johannesburg.

On arrival at Johannesburg's Oliver Tambo International Airport connect with your scheduled international South African Airways flight back to the USA.

Arrive in New York or Washington, DC with a lifetime of memories!