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Thank you for the review Lisa!  Bali was a vibe and I'm so glad you joined and had a great experience.  Until next time.....xoxo

The Bali trip was good Vibes, Zen, Relaxing as well as healing with the local culture!! 

Bali 2025

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Established by Donna Marie in 2013, Best Life Travels and Adventures has been committed to thoughtfully curating soul-awakening experiences that open your eyes, mind, and heart to the world around you.

Through immersive cultural adventures, every journey becomes more than just a trip—it transforms into unique experiences with concierge-level service to expand perspectives and cultivate a deep appreciation for the rich diversity of cultures across the globe.

Best Life Travels and Adventures

Best Life Travel and Adventure invites you to join our amazing adventure to beautiful South Africa (Cape Town and Johannesburg).
 
All details here are tentative and subject to change. &nbsp;
 
We will explore some of the most beautiful and historic experiences in South Africa. &nbsp;Whether you have been to South Africa before or this is your first time visiting, you will love the culture, diverse landscapes, people and food. &nbsp;
 
South Africa has something for everyone. &nbsp;
 
You will hear from me frequently. &nbsp;If you have question, please ask. &nbsp;I'm happy to provide clarity. &nbsp;
 
*ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND ADJUSTMENTS WILL BE MADE AS NEEDED*

South Africa 

You are responsible for the cost of your round trip, international flight to South Africa at the designated arrival time and date. 

International Flight

Required!!! You are required to share proof of travel insurance.

Travel Insurance

Specified meals at your expense - Updated info Coming

Meals & Drinks

You are responsible for all taxes, levies, fuel or industry increases beyond our control  

Taxes

Gratuities/Tips for guides, drivers, game rangers, etc.  

Tips $30 Per Day

Donations to SA Charity

Any Non Listed Extras

Baggage Fees

Alcholic Beverages

Extra Meals 

Visas

If you test positive for COVID19, you will be responsible for any incurred charges which should be billed to your travel insurance. 

Quarantine (if required)

Payment Processing Fee

Domestic Flight in SA 

Road transfers to all scheduled excursions only

Transportation

Double Accommodation only "Apartment and Hotel 3-5 stars" 

Accommodations

Excursions

 English Speaking South African Guides (Tipping REQUIRED)

Tour Guides

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Get all the details and answers to your questions.  Get to know other travelers.

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Meals

International Flight at your own cost.&nbsp;
 
Everyone will be required to arrive to Tambo International (JNB) at the same time and on the same day. &nbsp;
 
If you miss your flight, or create delays, you will be responsible for the added cost.&nbsp;
 
Throughout our time together, we will develop a relationship. &nbsp;I will schedule calls to discuss the trip and share information about our excursions and necessary safety precautions we'll need to take.&nbsp;
 
I recommend Emirates Airlines. &nbsp;It is a comfortable flight.&nbsp;

Arrive Tambo International (JNB) - Then Cape Town

Depart USA for Jo'burg

Check into Hotel/AirBNB
 
Check-in to our apartment-style stay that provides all the comforts of home and sleek services of a five-start hotel with four-star pricing in the city of Rosebank. &nbsp;
 
Rosebank is a cosmopolitan commercial and residential suburb to the north of central Johannesburg, South Africa. &nbsp;Lying directly between Joburg's historic city centre and the newer Sandton business district, and with a Gautrain station on its doorstep, Rosebank is one of the most popular places to be in Joburg whether for business or leisure.&nbsp;
 
Getting to the Rosebank Gautrain station is a short stroll along a Jacaranda tree-lined pedestrian walkway and the newly renovated Rosebank Mall. &nbsp;There is Starbucks, and a variety of up-market shopping, dining, and entertainment options.&nbsp;
 
Dinner planned by host
Dinner included up to R300 per person

Arrive to Jo'burg - Ro

Day 1-Tue, May 7, 2024

Today is a Full Day Johannesburg and Constitutional Hill.
 
Downtown Johannesburg is rich with historical artifacts, architecture &amp; monuments. We will walk past and discuss some of the sites and visit a local Maboneng restaurant. &nbsp;Maboneng is a selection of South Africa’s favorite lunch meals like the “Kota”.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
In the heart of Johannesburg is South Africa’s Constitutional Court, the highest court in the land, which can be found within the Constitution Hill precinct. In 1902, while the Old Fort was incarcerating white prisoners, additional sections, known as Numbers Four and Five, were established to house black political activist prisoners such as Barbara Hogan, Fatima Meer, Albertina Sisulu and Winnie Madikizela-Mandela.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
These sections held large communal cells that were overcrowded, rife with disease, and quickly governed by complicated and pervasive gangs that still exist within South Africa’s prison system today.
 
The site served as a prison and briefly as a military fort for 100 years, incarcerating men, women and even children within its walls. Its long-standing history of incarceration and abuse is today laid bare for all to see.
 
 
Lunch Included
Breakfast &amp; Dinner on your own

Johannesburg City Tour & Constitutional Hill

Day 2 - Wed, May 8, 2024

Soweto (acronym for SOuth WEstern TOwnship) where we'll visit the Hector Pieterson Museum, and discover the cause of the tragic riots which led to his death. &nbsp;We also visit Mandela House and maybe pass by the house of Bishop Desmond Mpilo Tutu. &nbsp;
 
SoWeTo is unlike any suburb you’ve ever seen or been visited, yet the history of struggle encapsulated here is a cornerstone of the South African story. &nbsp;
 
SOUTH WESTERN TOWNSHIPS (SoWeTo) was established in 1930s to separate blacks from the white community in Johannesburg. It became the center of political campaigns aimed at the overthrow of the apartheid state. The 1976 student uprising, also known as the Soweto uprising, started in Soweto and spread to the rest of the country. Many of the sights on the heritage route have political significance.&nbsp;
 
The experience at the Apartheid Museum showcases exhibits that have been assembled and organized by a multi-disciplinary team of curators, film-makers, historians and designers.&nbsp;
 
They include provocative film footage, photographs, text panels and artefacts illustrating the events and human stories that are part of the horrific period in South African history, known as APARTHEID.&nbsp;
 
Lunch Included

SOWETO (SOuth WEstern TOwnship) & APARTHEID MUSEUM TOUR 

Day 3-Thur, May 9, 2024

We will be tucked away in the expanses of the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park, Bakubung Bush Lodge which offers the best of both worlds when combining the peaceful bush environment with luxury and comfort.
 
Optional Visit to Sun City (at your cost): &nbsp;Internationally renowned Sun City is South&nbsp;
Africa's unrivalled number one holiday resort, delivering non-stop, big-thrill entertainment every day of the year.&nbsp;
 
Sun City delivers the widest range of activities in Africa: tee off on one of the two Gary Player-designed championship golf courses or pamper yourself at the &nbsp;luxurious spa which offers a wide range of traditional treatments from hydrotherapies, massage and beauty treatments.&nbsp;
 
 
Lesedi Village: Lunch included&nbsp;
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Accommodation: Bakubung Bush Lodge (B, D).

Lesedi Village & Elephant Sanctuary & Pilanesberg National Park

Day 4- Fri, May 10, 2024

We will be tucked away in the expanses of the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park, Bakubung Bush Lodge which offers the best of both worlds when combining the peaceful bush environment with luxury and comfort.
 
Accommodation: Bakubung Bush Lodge (B, D)

Pilanesburg National Park

Day 5 -Sat, May 11, 2024

Enjoy the feel and heartbeat of the Mother City. &nbsp;
 
We will check-in to our 4-star hotel near the V&amp;A Waterfront, a busy retail, dining and entertainment district with gift and design stores, diverse museums, and a restaurant scene which covers burger joints to posh bistros.&nbsp;
 
History and modern luxury merge with the allure of Cape Town at this landmark hotel that boasts views of the harbor and Table Mountain from its ideal location in the heart of the V&amp;A Waterfront. &nbsp;
 
The hotel has a daily buffet breakfast for guests and seafood meals at Ginja restaurant can tempt everyone's taste. There is the cocktail bar on site, and The Nelson Mandela Gateway To Robben Island is within walking distance.&nbsp;
 
Breakfast included &nbsp;

Arrive Cape Town

Day 6-Sun, May 12, 2024

Township Walking Tour&nbsp;
Table Mountain&nbsp;(Easy walk, light climbing)
Historic Neighborhood of Bo-kaap&nbsp;
 
Breakfast and Lunch included&nbsp;
 
Dinner planned by host

Township Walking Tour & Table Mountain

Day 7-Mon, May 13, 2024

Prepare to be amazed with this early morning departure and road trip of amazing food and views.
 
Drive via Boyes Drive (views of Muizenberg)
Kalkbay Stop (Seals/Local Stop)
Cape Point &amp; Cape of Goodhope stops
Boulders Bay Penguins stop
*Cape Point Vineyards or Groot Constantia wine tasting&nbsp;
Chapmans Peak drive (best scenic drive in Cape Town)&nbsp;
 
Breakfast Included&nbsp;
Lunch included up to R300 per person
Meet in hotel for conversation and recap of our day
Drinks and Dinner not included&nbsp;

Cape Peninsula Tour 

Day 8-Tue, May 14, 2024

Full day winery tour with breathtaking views, amazing wine and food.&nbsp;
 
Villiera Champagne style &amp; Nougat
Babylonstoren
Graff Wines (Wine &amp; Standard nibble board)
Stellenbosch town drive
Waterford Estate tasting (chocolate available to be incorporated into the
experience)&nbsp;
 
Breakfast included&nbsp;
Lunch included R800 per person

Full Day Winery 

Day 9-Wed, May 15, 2024

Robben Island is known for being the place former South African president Nelson Mandela was jailed for 18 of his 27 years, but the Island was the home of prisoners from outside South Africa, notably Namibia.&nbsp;
 
Namibia was a German colony until World War I; when Germany was defeated in the war, Namibia was administered by South Africa as a de facto overseas province of South Africa, and any political agitation in Namibia was punished by South Africa. &nbsp;
 
We will also experience "The Long March to Freedom” display and Robben Island Museum. &nbsp;
 
Breakfast Included&nbsp;

Robben Island 

Day 10-Thu, May 16, 2024

Breakfast included&nbsp;
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The afternoon is yours to get resettled in Rosebank.&nbsp;
 
Dinner tentative: &nbsp;Plan to be amazed at Yoeville Supper Club with world renown celebrity Chef, Sanza&nbsp;

Return to Joburg 

Day 11-Fri, May 17, 2024

Optional: &nbsp;4am departure. 1 hour Hot air ballon ride in Johannesburg.&nbsp;
 
Subject to change based on weather conditions.&nbsp;
 
Breakfast included&nbsp;with Hot Air Balloon experience. &nbsp;

Free Day! 

Day 12- Sat, May 18, 202

Sanctuary Mandela celebrates the life of iconic freedom fighter, peacemaker, statesman, and father of the South African nation, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela (1918-2013). While staying at the hotel, guests can immerse themselves in the spirit of a leader known to the world as Madiba, or simply Tata.
 
Paying homage to Madiba’s depth of character and contemplative spirit, Sanctuary Mandela is surrounded by lush gardens and retreat spaces filled with perfectly curated exhibits that pay tribute to the human rights activist, former president, and global icon, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela. Every corner of the boutique hotel is envisaged to provide the perfect combination of tranquility, heritage and mindful experiences.&nbsp;
 
Time spent at Sanctuary Mandela promises momentous healing and reflection. That reflection is encouraged throughout the hotel, whether through design elements, photographs personal to the house, or art from the Nelson Mandela Foundation’s archive, including paintings of Madiba from renowned artist John Meyer.
 
Sanctuary Mandela is also designed to engender a sense of curiosity. Throughout the hotel, there are design ‘Easter eggs’, enticing guests to ask staff questions, who are all trained as storytellers and can give guests a guided tour, explaining the story behind each little touch.
 
Brunch included&nbsp;
Tour of Sanctuary Mandela included&nbsp;

Sanctuary Mandela Jazz Brunch 

Day 13-Sun, May 19, 2024

Return to our homes safely and with the most amazing memories and connections to the Mother Continent and Best Life Travel and Adventure.&nbsp;

Return to USA

Day 14-Mon, May 20, 2024

You are not flexible and not willing to adjust to unexpected and sometimes last minute changes. &nbsp;
If you can not step out of your comfort zone. &nbsp;
If you can not adjust and respect the culture and practices of another country.&nbsp;
If you complain a lot and don't have patience.&nbsp;
If you have issues going with the flow. &nbsp;
 
This is a group trip. &nbsp;Please be mindful and responsible for the energy you bring to this space and recognize your energy impacts others. &nbsp;We all want the best vibes as we embark on our South African Journey.&nbsp;

This trip is NOT for you if:

All guests are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID19. &nbsp;Proof of vaccination is required at the time of booking. &nbsp;
 
If you get COVD19 and can no longer attend, you will have to contact your travel insurance company and submit a claim to get reimbursed through them if you policy covers COVID19.&nbsp;

COVID 19 - Vaccine Required

Everyone is required to purchase travel insurance for this trip for all Best Life Travel and Adventure trips. &nbsp;This protects you in case of emergency or in case you need to cancel due to unforeseen circumstances. &nbsp;
 
Refunds: &nbsp;Initial deposits are non-refundable after 24 hours of a booking.&nbsp;
You will NOT be able to get any refund or credits should you need to cancel 90 days or less before departure. &nbsp;You would need to refer to your travel insurance for cancellations.&nbsp;

VISA at your own cost.&nbsp;
 
No VISA required for this trip. &nbsp;

VISAS 

Please be aware that by attending this trip, you grant Best Life of Wellbeing, LLC, to utilize your name, image, likeness, acts, poses, plays, appearance, movements, and statements in any live or recorded audio, video or photographic display or other transmission, exhibition publication or reproduction made during the trip without authorization or compensation to you or anyone acting on your behalf. &nbsp;

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South Africa - Johannesburg and Cape Town

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Colorful Cartagena, Colombia!!! &nbsp; Colombia is the only country in South America that has coastlines on both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. &nbsp;Cartagena’s history dates back to the 16th century and is known for its colonial architecture , beautiful and diverse landscapes, delicious coffee and rich cultural mix that makes the country's foods, music, dance, and art diverse and unique. Cartagena is one of Colombia's safest cities with an average temperature is 80+ degrees which is great for us to spend lots of time in the pristine waters of the beautiful beach, take a healing mud bath at a natural volcano called "The Fountain of Youth", enjoy local street food and maybe even see the Pink Sea which is only available for viewing at certain times of the year.&nbsp; We have curated a special time for that includes dancing, beach party, exploring and relaxing. &nbsp; If you always wanted to visit Colombia, THIS TRIP IS FOR YOU!!!&nbsp;&nbsp; *ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND ADJUSTMENTS WILL BE MADE AS NEEDED*

Cartagena, Cartagena Province, Bolivar, Colombia

You are responsible for the cost of your round trip, international flight to Colombia at the designated arrival time and date. 

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