Panakh Tours & Travels

8 Nights / 9 Days

Detailed Itinerary:    

Day 01:

Arrive at O R TAMBO International Airport where you will be met by Representative who will transfer you to your hotel. Depart to your hotel via a private tour to Gold Reef City Casino and Theme Park which allows you to step back in time and experience a unique destination with a difference! More than that, it’s a package-deal of gaming, fun, fantasy, and historical facts. Interested visitors can take the nostalgic steam-train or a historical coach for a sightseeing tour through the extended premises. Those interested in gold mining can see the gold-containing ore veins in an old mine, or observe in a small museum how real gold is poured into barrels. Indian Lunch and Dinner will be served at a local Indian Restaurant Overnight:
Option 1 METCOURT LAUREL HOTEL ***
Option 2 MONIDOR****
Option 3 D’OREALE GRAND*****
Meals: Lunch/Dinner

Day 02:

Breakfast will be served at the hotel. Depart on a private road transfer to Sun City Pleasure resort, a millionaire's playground which caters for everyone. A pleasure palace of sparkling theatrical extravaganzas, restaurants and casino. A green oasis in the rugged Pilanesberg Mountains, a touch of Africa reaching out to the 21st Century, (Drive Time from Johannesburg to Sun City +/- 2.5 hours) Arrive at the Sun City Hotel and check in Indian Lunch and Dinner will be served at a local Indian Restaurant Overnight: 
Option 1 CABANA ***
Option 2 SUN CITY MAIN**** 
Option 3 SUN CITY PALACE*****
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Day 03:

Breakfast will be served at the hotel. The rest of the day is free to enjoy the resort - a unique heartbeat and an African rhythm of its own and are unlike any other Resort destination in the world. This is pure fantasy and your every desire is met. There are four world-class hotels including the magnificent Palace of the Lost City that glitters like a jewel beneath the African sun, brilliant in its rain forest surroundings and luxurious in its detail and design. Enjoy once again at the Raj Indian Restaurant Sumptuous Dinner awaits you at the Raj Indian Restaurant Overnight: 
Option 1 CABANA ***
Option 2 SUN CITY MAIN****
Option 3 SUN CITY PALACE*****
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

11 Nights / 12 Days

Detailed Itinerary:    

Day 01:

Arrival to international airport in San Jose. Transfer to Hotel. Hotel Best Western Irazú or similar

Day 02: San Jose / Tortuguero

Early departure to Tortuguero National Park. Breakfast on route. Along the way, you would be able to contemplate Carrillo National Park as well as the impressive Rio Sucio. We continue our journey with a boat ride through the big canals in Tortuguero National Park known as the Amazon of Costa Rica. Arrival to the hotel, where you will be greeted and enjoy a delicious lunch. Afternoon tour to Tortuguero Village where you will visit the turtle Museum, experience the locals´ way of life and maybe buy some souvenirs from Tortuguero. Return to the hotel. Hotel Laguna Lodge or similar (B,L,D)

Day 03: Tortuguero National Park

Boat ride through the small canals to observe the wildlife that inhabits this protected area such as monkeys, hundreds of birds, caimans as well as the magnificent vegetation that surrounds the park. Free afternoon, to enjoy of optional activities: canopy, hiking to Tortuguero jungle, turtle nesting (only during the season). (B,L,D)

Day 04: Tortuguero National Park / Arenal Volcano

Breakfast. Departure to La Fortuna, a village located on Arenal Volcano slopes. Lunch on route. At night and from your hotel you will be able to appreciate, if the weather allows, the incredible eruptions of lava streams and incandescent rock explosions - unforgettable natural fireworks displays. Hotel Arenal Springs or similar (B,L)

Day 05: Arenal Volcano

Breakfast. Day at leisure to explore the area. Many optional activities on this are we would recommend the tour to visit to Peñas Blancas, paddle through the river there will be plenty of chances to observe monkeys, iguanas, slots and hundreds of birds, also the tour to La Fortuna Waterfalls and the Canopy tour. Or you can just relax and enjoy the hotel facilities while you admire the beauty of the landscapes. (B)

Day 06: Arenal / Monteverde

Breakfast, departure from the hotel to take a boat ride across the Arenal Lake to arrive to Rio Chiquito. Land transfer to Monteverde. Arrival to the hotel, free afternoon for a optional tours. The Butterfly Garden and the Serpentarium are highly recommended. Hotel El Establo or similar (B)

7 Nights / 8 Days

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Day 01: Arrival Nairobi

welcome to Nairobi, a thriving young city spawned during the construction of the railroad from the Indian Ocean. Transfer to Panafric Hotel. Rest of the day is spent at leisure. Overnight at Panafric hotel.

Day 02: Nairobi – Aberdare

This morning you drive past Thika, an industrial town surrounded by extensive pineapple plantations, partially owned by Delmonte Company. After crossing the Tana River source of Kenya’s hydroelectric power, the landscape changes and becomes lush as you climb in to the rich farmlands of the Kikuyu people. Lunch at Mountain Lodge. Rest of the night is spent watching different animals as they come to visit the floodlit waterholes and Saltlicks. Elephants, Rhino, Buffalo, Giant Forest Hog, Leopard and many other species frequent the waterholes. Dinner and overnight at Mountain Lodge or similar.

Day 03: Mountain Lodge - Samburu Game Reserve

Breakfast at Mountain Lodge. Morning depart by road to Samburu Game Reserve located at the North rugged Semi desert region. Lunch at Samburu Sopa Lodge. Samburu Game Reserve is a wild and little visited region, well known for spectacular scenery and wildlife not found in the south: Reticulated Giraffe, the rare Grevy’s Zebra with its large furry ears, the Gerenuk Antelope standing on its hind legs to feed, and Somali Ostriches with their distinctive blue legs. Afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at Samburu Sopa Lodge or similar.

Day 04: Samburu Game Reserve

Full day in Samburu with morning and afternoon game drive. You may see Elephants, Cheetah, Leopard, Eland, Oryx, Impala, Dikdik, Waterbuck and a variety of birds. This lava plain include a varied landscape of red dirt, thorn scrub, broken volcanic rock, dried riverbeds, steep hills and rocky outcroppings. Following the river’s curves, a forest of Doum Palms, Acacia and Tamarind is a magical contrast of cool green. Other areas of the Reserve include the Uaso Nyiro River where crocodiles sun bath themselves on the banks. It also provides an oasis for a variety of game. Birds are abundant, with 365 species recorded, one for every day of the year. All meals and overnight at Samburu Sopa Lodge or similar.

5 Nights / 6 Days

Detailed Itinerary:    

Day 01: Buenos Aires

During an afternoon city tour of Argentina's cultural and political capital, you will get a sampling glimpse of the diverse districts that make up this grand city. Visit the colorful "Boca" district and the elegant North Quarter and Palermo Park. See the government "Casa Rosada" - pink house, the Colon Theater, May Square, and drive down the famous 9th of July Avenue. In the evening, enjoy a Tango Show. (D)

Day 02:

Today's Estancia visit and Fiesta Gaucha excursion gives you the opportunity to learn about and admire the traditional dances, songs, and meals of the Argentine gaucho by taking part in a real Gaucho Festival. The party is held at a beautiful country residence in an old ranch situated on the outskirts of Buenos Aires. (BB, L)

Day 03:

Free day for shopping, touring, or Tango lessons. (BB)

7 Nights / 8 Days

Detailed Itinerary:    

Day 01: Santiago

Arrival In Santiago. Upon arrival at the airport a host will meet and assist you in transferring to the hotel. Afternoon City Tour of Santiago de Chile - This tour includes visits to the posh residential areas of Providencia and Las Condes, one of South America's most beautiful racetracks, Club Hípico, as well as Santiago's historic Santa Lucía Hill and the Cousiño Palace. Optional Typical Show and Dinner at Bali-Hai - Adventure, entertainment and Chilean cuisine await you in tonight's tour to Bali-Hai, a charming restaurant with a tropical island decor. Experience Chile's diverse cultural heritage as you enjoy a folkloric show with dances and colorful costumes from the Northern, Central and Southern regions as well as the exotic rhythms of Easter Island.

Day 02: Santiago / Puerto Montt

American breakfast at your hotel. Flight - Santiago / Puerto Montt, upon arrival at the airport a host will meet and assist you in transferring to the hotel and in registering. Tour to Frutillar - Located by the Llanquihue Lake and with a spectacular view of the Osorno volcano, Frutillar is a charming German style village, housing the most complete museum in the area, which exhibits samples and relics from the German pioneers who colonized the region.

Day 03: Petrohue / Peulla

American breakfast at your hotel. Full Day Tour to Petrohue Falls and Peulla - This tour offers a taste of the breathtaking beauty of Chile's famous lake district. Visit charming Puerto Varas on the banks of Lake LLanquihue, then board a comfortable catamaran at the Petrohué River Falls. Sail for two hours to Emerald Lake, named for the deep green color of its water. From the boat you will be able to admire the Osorno volcano, El Tronador and Puntiagudo Andean Peaks. We disembark at Peulla near the Argentine border. Enjoy a leisurely walk among lush vegetation and visit La Novia Falls. In the afternoon return to Petrohue to board the bus to Puerto Montt or Puerto Varas.

Day 04: Puerto Montt / Punta Arenas / Puerto Natales

American breakfast at your hotel. Transfer from hotel to the airport for departure. Flight - Puerto Montt / Punta Arenas upon your arrival in Punta Arenas travel across the Patagonian Steppes, home to rheas and pink flamingoes, to Puerto Natales for overnight. Motorcoach - Punta Arenas / Puerto Natales.