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Victoria Falls Hotel, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe Day 12-15

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The Victoria Falls need no introduction. The collection of spectacular statistics and superlatives do no justice to this Natural Wonder of the World which can only be truly appreciated by being there. The Falls form the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia and can be viewed from both sides – each affording its own spectacular views. The mighty Zambezi River runs between the two towns of Victoria Falls ( Zimbabwe ) and Livingstone ( Zambia ).

The Victoria Falls National Park contains the rain forest surrounding the falls and the Zambezi National Park is one of the most beautiful of all Zimbabwe’s parks and is situated immediately upstream from the centre of town. This area which boasts great ecological diversity is fantastic for walking safari opportunities and some of the most beautiful and exciting canoeing routes in the world.

An oasis of human activity in the midst of the vast African bush hosts an excellent range of activities from white-water rafting to the tranquil ride on an African elephant, a bungi jump of 111m to a relaxing canoe trip on the Zambezi.

For almost 100 years, visiting members of Royal families, international and local statesmen, and celebrities worldwide, have preferred to stay at The Victoria Falls Hotel, where they are assured of privacy and care. An atmosphere steeped in history, combining the charm of the old with the comfort and convenience of today.

For almost 100 years, visiting members of Royal families, international and local statesmen, and celebrities worldwide, have preferred to stay at The Victoria Falls Hotel, where they are assured of privacy and care. It is one hotel that can truly claim to be unique. Established in 1904, The Victoria Falls Hotel is set in the Victoria Falls National Park with a private path to the Victoria Falls. The elegant lounges offer serenity and seclusion. Corridors reflect all the past glories of the Empire and suites and rooms are superbly furnished in Edwardian-style. The Courtyard entrance overlooks lily ponds, lush flowering shrubs and palm trees.

Traditional high tea is served every afternoon on the Terrace, with spectacular views of the Victoria Falls bridge down the Batoka Gorge with the spray rising from The Falls. Later, enjoy one of the hotel’s famous Livingstone cocktails or a gin and tonic whilst listening to the mighty roar of the Falls.

Meal Planner: Breakfast
Day15 Tour Ends

Kwara Camp, Okavango Delta, Botswana Day 9-11

Kwara is located in the remote northern part of the stunning Okavango Delta within the private Kwara concession. The camp fronts onto a huge floodplain, adjacent to the permanent water of the Delta and is backed by extensive bush. It is a magnificent wilderness area in excess of 1,700 square kilometres, bordering the Moremi Reserve.

No trip to Botswana is complete without a visit to the Delta, the shimmering and unique watery jewel in the middle of the Kalahari Desert. Kwara encompasses a wide diversity of habitats, ranging from the clear Delta waters with reed-lined lagoons and channels, to open grasslands, mopane woodlands and palm-fringed islands.

The eight luxury safari-style tents are built on raised decks, within a grove of huge and ancient African Ebony trees. Resident hippos will generally serenade you year round from the water on the floodplain in front of the camp. Each tent has its own viewing deck, private en-suite facilities including hot and cold running showers, flush toilets and modern amenities. The forested island on which the camp sits is typical of those encountered throughout the vast 1.6 million hectares of the Okavango Delta. At Kwara, you will discover why the Okavango is considered one of the ecological wonders of Africa and indeed the world. It is mysterious, calming, unpredictable and very wild.

Here our guests can enjoy a diverse wildlife experience all year-round, but the focus is definitely on the water. Whether gliding along in the special silence of a mekoro dug out canoe through crystal-clear waters or visiting the famous Godikwe lagoon, where you can stand on a boat literally eye to eye with thousands of herons, storks and other nesting birds. Kwara is the nearest camp to this famous spectacle in Moremi Game Reserve.

Other species you can encounter through the channels and rivers are kingfishers, pygmy geese, fish eagles, jacanas, darters and if you’re really fortunate, the elusive Pels Fishing Owl.

Along with the bird watching, we’re able to offer fishing (both spinner and fly), walks with a guide on one of the many palm-fringed islands and also spectacular night drives on top of our morning and afternoon drives. The beauty and charm of Kwara will captivate you.

The Kwara area is also home to a variety of wild animals including, lechwe, sitatunga, reedbuck, bushbuck, hippo, crocodiles, elephant, buffalo, sable, roan, zebra, giraffe, wildebeest, impala and tsessebe. Lion, hyena, wild dog, leopard and cheetah are abundant in this part of the Delta and regularly seen.

Highly skilled chefs prepares delicious meals, to round off a perfect day in Kwara’s watery wonderland.
Meal Planner: Full Board

Chamonix Guest House, Johannesburg, South Africa Day 8

Chamonix Guest Lodge, offering five star luxury accommodation, the perfect place for your stop-over to the Kruger.
Distinctly not your ordinary bed and breakfast type of guest house, Chamonix Guest Lodge provides you with all the services one would expect from a first class establishment.

Meal Planner: Breakfast

Umlani Eco Camp, Timbavati Reserve, Kruger, South Africa Day 5-7

Umlani Bushcamp works together with other landowners and lodges in the Timbavati Game Reserve in a mutually beneficial way. This co-operation results in a huge area of more than 10,000 ha of unspoilt wilderness for traversing and walking.

Umlani Bushcamp is a classic African safari camp located in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, which forms part of the Greater Kruger National Park. This authentic camp is the ultimate experience of true wilderness and seclusion, accommodating only 16 guests in traditional African reed and thatch huts. Umlani’s philosophy of simplistic luxury and ‘getting back to nature’ is enhanced by the romance of operating without electricity. Enjoy the warm atmosphere of candlelight and oil lamps as well as open-air bush showers fuelled by wood fires. The accommodation offers you all the privacy and superior comfort you need for uninterrupted relaxation. Umlani’s award winning cuisine will take you on a gastronomic tour of African styled food.

Umlani Bushcamp offers an authentic wildlife experience in BIG Five territory. View lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino, in over 10 000 hectares (24 000 acres) of traversing area, also home to over 40 mammal species and 350 bird species.

Experience the thrill of game drives in open Land Rovers, guided bush walks, and tracking game on foot with highly experienced rangers and trackers. You are guaranteed an adventure of a lifetime in one of Africa ’s world-renowned unspoilt wilderness reserves.

Umlani’s traditional African reed and thatch huts will not only provide you with all the comforts you need, but will also provide you with an authentic experience of local tribal (Shangaan) architecture and style, which blends in naturally with the environment.

Meal Planner: Full Board

Cape Grace, Waterfront, Cape Town, South Africa Day 1-4

On arrival at Cape Town Airport you will be transferred to the Cape Grace.

The city of Cape Town has become one of the most popular long haul holiday destinations in the world. This is not surprising considering it is situated at the base of Table Mountain, one of the most recognisable mountains in the world. Add to that the gorgeous beaches, incredible and unique cuisine, world class wines, vibrant night-life, warm African hospitality, intriguing culture and history, exceptional bio-diversity, whale-watching, ocean kayaking, scuba diving, sailing, kaleidoscopic wild flower blooms, mind-blasting walking & rock climbing opportunities and the fact that a National Park runs right through the city and you may wonder why you aren’t there right now.

Cape Town also offers a variety of tours around the city and further a field, to the Cape Winelands, Cape Point and the Cape of Good Hope, Kirstenbosch Gardens and Township Tours.

With a classically inspired exterior and gracefully elegant within, Cape Grace is set on its own private quay on Cape Town’s vibrant Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. Cape Grace’s charm lies in its intimate atmosphere, stylish décor and unique personalised hospitality, where you will find staff warm and flexible, with a spirit of unrivalled generosity.

When Charles Brand, his wife Beth and parents Chippy and Cynthia opened the doors of Cape Grace to the world in December 1996, their vision was a hotel that felt more like a good friend’s home. In an understated way the décor and environment needed to reflect its 5-star aspirations. But, more importantly, staff needed to relate to guests as personal hosts, with warmth and a sense of comfort in their own individuality.
At every level there is complete trust in the idea that if everyone is the best they can individually be, all else will follow.

Meal Planner: Breakfast

Big 5 Safari (4 Days)

Day 1
On arrival at the lodge, you will be taken through to your room to freshen up. Enjoy a beautifully prepared lunch and thereafter get ready for your late afternoon / evening game drive

Day 1 - 3
Elephant Plains Game Lodge offers you comfortable and affordable style in one of the world’s few remaining wilderness areas. Elephant Plains is a privately owned and operated property within the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, part of the 2.2 million hectare Greater Kruger National Park. Over many years our strict conservation policies and successful habitat management have resulted in a rich diversity of fauna and flora. Here you will come face to face with Africa’s Big Five and may be lucky enough to encounter other rarer species such as the endangered wild dogs and cheetah.

The lodge accommodates a maximum of 22 guests, which ensures personal service and a warm, friendly atmosphere. The lodge is situated on the banks of the Manyeleti river offering unforgettable views of sunrise and sunset across the plain. The pool deck overlooks the watering hole opposite the camp where animals come to drink daily. The main lodge houses the reception, dining room, bar/lounge, wine cellar, library and curio shop. The lodge comprises six suites and five original rondavels are set in a beautifully landscaped garden. All rooms have en suite bathrooms with shower, bath and air-conditioning.
The bar is an ideal place to relax and share experiences. Mealtimes are mouth-watering events complemented by carefully selected wines from the Lodge’s well-stocked cellar.

Breakfast and lunch are served buffet style in the dining room and evening meals are served around a fire in the boma. Each meal is prepared with exquisite care and this combined with the open-air setting, promise an unforgettable dining experience. Adjacent to the swimming pool, the wooden deck offers spectacular views overlooking the waterhole and scenic plain. The care with which each meal is prepared together with the setting of the open-air boma or thatched lapa, ensure an unforgettable dining experience.

Your experienced game ranger and local Shangaan tracker are keen to share with you their extensive knowledge and love of the African bush - the highlight of your visit is the thrill of discovering wildlife from the safety of open vehicles. The 4-wheel drive vehicles enable the rangers to drive off-road and provide guests with up close game viewing and great photographic opportunities. The day starts with an early morning game drive, then after breakfast a bush walk gives you the opportunity to learn about the smaller wonders of the veld. During the afternoon game drive you will stop at a carefully selected venue to enjoy a sun-downer whilst watching the sun set over the awe-inspiring wilderness, before continuing on a night drive using spotlights to look for nocturnal animals.

Day 4
After an early game drive and breakfast, check out for your onward journey.

Johannesburg South Africa Day 4

Up at daybreak, we venture out on our final game drive in the Kruger Park. We enjoy breakfast at one of the rest camps before making our way out of the park and heading for Johannesburg. (B)

Kruger Park South Africa Day 3

Up at daybreak, we venture out on an early morning game drive. The entire day is spent game viewing, bird watching and stopping off at the various waterholes en route. After a full day’s game viewing, we relax at our camp, enjoying sundowners. We spend the night in chalets at one of the rest camps. (B D)

Kruger Park South Africa Day 2

After breakfast we enter the unspoiled wilderness of Kruger Park. Today we explore the Kruger Park, giving us the opportunity to view the varied landscapes, ecosystems and abundant wildlife that the Kruger has to offer. In the late afternoon, we board an open vehicle and head out on an exciting night drive. We overnight in chalets at one of the rest- camps. (B D)

Johannesburg to Blyde River Canyon South Africa Day 1

We depart from Johannesburg/Pretoria and make our way through the Mpumalanga Province. Our journey takes us along the panoramic route, some of the most stunning scenery South Africa has to offer. The sights en route include God’s Window, the Bourke’s Luck Potholes, the Three Rondawels and the magnificent Blyde River Canyon. Evening to be spent at a resort overlooking the canyon. (D)

Camp Jabulani Day 4-5

DAY 4
Today you can embark on an experience of a lifetime – a safari in the African bush but on the back of an African Elephant. You will also enjoy a game drive in an open safari vehicle and have time to relax on your private deck and enjoy the cool water in your private plunge pool.
Breakfast will be served after your morning activity, followed by leisure time, lunch and then your afternoon game drive or elephantback safari. Dinner, which is an experience itself, will be served on returning to the Lodge.

DAY 5
After an early morning game drive followed by breakfast at the camp, you will be road transferred to Eastgate Airport (Hoedspruit Airport) where you will connect with the scheduled flight to Johannesburg.

Camp Jabulani Day 3

After an exhilarating game drive followed by breakfast, you will be transferred to the airstrip for the short light air transfer hop to Hoedspruit Airport where you will be met by Camp Jabulani’s staff who will transfer you to the lodge. This road transfer will not take more than 10 minutes.
Check-in at Camp Jabulani.

Accommodation at Camp Jabulani in luxury suites inclusive of all meals and standard activities (exclusive of elephant back safari which can be booked direct at the Camp).

Appreciate nature by experiencing the African bush from an elephant’s perspective - walking besides them or riding high allows you to get close to the animals. There is no better way of interacting with the wilderness and wildlife of Africa than on an African elephant back safari. Generally the game is not aware of your presence as you gently ‘float’ through the wilds of Africa in the company of Africa’s finest travelling companions.

This unique and absolutely wonderful African elephant experience is combined with a luxurious and beautiful camp in the exclusive, 13 000ha Kapama Private Game Reserve in South Africa. The camp is named after Jabulani - one of the African elephants that was raised by the Hoedspruit Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre.

At Camp Jabulani you indulge in a luxury experience like no other, with this distinctive safari for those wanting the best of the best…

Accommodation consists of 6 ultra luxurious suites with en-suite bathrooms, double vanity, private deck and plunge pool, lounge with fireplace, air conditioning and ceiling fans as well as a Victorian bath, an outside shower and mini bar. A gym and masseuse service is also available for those wanting additional pampering. Lavish champagne breakfasts, traditional bush dinners with mouth watering South African fare, formal-plated dinners with crystal and silver, riverbed culinary adventures, delicate tea-settings, and many other opportunities for guests to tempt more than their taste buds. Every meal is an occasion and bush cuisine at its best.

Other activities at Camp Jabulani include game drives, clay pigeon shooting, nature walks, picnics and boat trips.

MalaMala Day 2

Your day starts with an early morning game drive in open safari vehicles, with a professional game ranger. MalaMala is the oldest, most historical & largest private game reserve in South Africa with the finest game viewing.

After your time in the bush you will return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast. Spend the rest of your morning relaxing and enjoying the peace of the African bush. Lunch followed by your afternoon game drive. Dinner is another highlight of the MalaMala experience and is served around a log-fire in the grand old African manner, under star-punched skies and in a reed boma – a MalaMala tradition for 60 years. The delectable dinner fare features a smorgasbord of bush cuisine, including venison specialties and outstanding South African wines.

Activities range from walking safaris to 4×4 safaris which may include sumptuous bush breakfasts, picnic lunches and the opportunity to savour sundowners as the sun sets behind the dusty horizon.

MalaMala Day 1

On arrival at Johannesburg International Airport, you will be met by a Representative who will hand over all travel related documents and assist you to check in for the flight to MalaMala.
On arrival at MalaMala Airfield, you will be met by MalaMala staff and transferred to MalaMala Main Camp which will be your haven for the following two days.
Check-in at MalaMala Main Camp.
Accommodation atMalaMala Main Camp in luxury room inclusive of all meals and game activities.

The ochre-coloured buildings of MalaMala Main Camp are clustered amid shady trees and manicured lawns overlooking the Sand River. The individually decorated, spacious and comfortable rooms under traditional thatching offer spectacular views of the river and the wild- and bird life that are attracted to the water for refreshment and refuge from the hot African sun. The rooms are equipped with ‘his-and-hers’ bathrooms, 24 hour temperature control, insect proofing, direct dial telephones, a mini-bar and a mini-safe. Despite the comfort offered, MalaMala retains an authentic bushveld camp atmosphere, where the attention to detail for which MalaMala is world-famous shines through

Johannesburg Day 7

We depart after breakfast and head north-west towards Johannesburg. After the scenic drive past many rural villages, sugarcane plantations and wildlife areas we reach Johannesburg in the late afternoon.

Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve Day 6

We depart on an early morning game drive into the Hluhluwe Umfolozi Game Reserve in open 4X4 Land Rovers. This reserve is world renowned for the greatest concentration of Black and White Rhino. In the afternoon, we have the choice of doing a guided walk (getting up close to animals like Zebra, Wildebeest and other Antelope) in the reserve or an afternoon game drive on the open Land Rovers. This evening we have a farewell dinner at the lodge.

False Bay National Park Day 5

After breakfast we visit the False Bay National Park at Lake St. Lucia. We take a boat cruise on this inland saltwater lake and have a good chance of seeing Hippos and Crocodiles. We visit the town of Hluhluwe before we head to the Dumazulu Zulu Village where we take a tour through this authentic Zulu village. This once-in-a-lifetime experience shows us the lifestyle of the traditional Zulu and we participate in a cultural song and dance performance. We have a traditional lunch including dishes like buffalo and warthog. We visit a crocodile farm and wildlife refuge, before returning to the Lodge in the late afternoon. Dinner is served at the lodge.

Northern Zululand Day 4

We depart after breakfast and head for the Northern Zululand area where we will spend the next few days of our journey. En-route we drive via Nelspruit, Amsterdam & Pongola and stop several times during the day to freshen up and to shop at the local roadside markets. Zululand has long been famous as the home of the Zulu people and boasts many world-class attractions and some breathtaking scenery. We arrive at the Zululand Safari Lodge near the Hluhluwe Game Reserve in the afternoon and relax before we have dinner at the lodge.

Kruger Park Day 3

We start at dawn and on this day and do three game drives in the Kruger Park. We stop several times during the day to freshen up and have breakfast and lunch in rest camps along the way. We also visit Skukuza, the main camp of the Park. We return to our Lodge before dark and have time to relax before we enjoy dinner at the Lodge.

Kruger Park Day 2

We start at dawn and on this day and do three game drives in the Kruger Park. We stop several times during the day to freshen up and have breakfast and lunch in rest camps along the way. We also visit Skukuza, the main camp of the Park. We return to our Lodge before dark and have time to relax before we enjoy dinner at the Lodge.

Kruger Park Day 1

Depart from Johannesburg early and head towards the Kruger Park. Upon arrival we check in at Phumulani Lodge. We have time to explore the lodge and enjoy lunch before we embark on our first afternoon game drive. We arrive back at the lodge before dark when dinner is served.

Kruger Park & Fly-Fishing Spectacular Day 4

This morning we spend at leisure having breakfast and spending some time on the estate fly-fishing for that elusive 3 kg Rainbow Trout. The town of Dullstroom is also quite charming and a leisurely stroll from the Lodge will bring you to some local arts and craft shops and galleries. We relax at the lodge and after lunch, we depart for Johannesburg to arrive in the late afternoon.

Kruger Park & Fly-Fishing Spectacular Day 3

We again set out at dawn and do a thorough morning drive before we have breakfast. We depart thereafter on our scenic drive as we explore the Panorama Route. We visit Graskop, God’s Window, a magnificent waterfall and Pilgrim’s Rest before we reach our overnight stop at the little trout village of Dullstroom. We check in at the fabulous Critchley Hackle Lodge and have time to try our luck fishing for trout at one of the many well-stocked dams and streams in the area, before dinner is served.

Kruger Park & Fly-Fishing Spectacular Day 2

We start at dawn on this day and do three game drives in the Kruger Park. We stop several times during the day to freshen up and have breakfast and lunch in rest camps along the way. We also visit Skukuza the main camp of the Park. We return to our Lodge before dark and have time to relax before we enjoy dinner at the Lodge.

Kruger Park & Fly-Fishing Spectacular Day 1

Depart from Johannesburg early and head towards the Kruger Park. Upon arrival we check in at Phumulani Lodge. We have time to explore the lodge and enjoy lunch before we embark on our first afternoon game drive. We arrive back at the lodge before dark when dinner is served, and we enjoy the magical sounds of the African night before retiring to our bungalows.

Kruger Wildlife & Cultural Discovery Day 4

We again set out at dawn and do a thorough morning drive before we have breakfast. We depart thereafter on our scenic drive to Johannesburg. We explore the Panorama Route with its breathtaking views and spectacular scenery. We visit God’s Window, Waterfalls and Pilgrim’s Rest. After lunch we return to Johannesburg and arrive in the late afternoon. Drop off at your hotel or the Airport.

Kruger Wildlife & Cultural Discovery Day 3

We depart after breakfast and drive to the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre. Here we participate in a 2 hour tour of the centre and learn how these species are being saved from potential extinction. We have lunch at the Centre and depart thereafter for the Shangana Village near Hazyview. Here we partake in a guided tour of the village where the Chief gives us some insight on the traditions and lifestyle of this fascinating tribe. We return to our lodge in the late afternoon and freshen up before we have dinner.

Kruger Wildlife & Cultural Discovery Day 2

We start at dawn on this day and do three game drives in the Kruger Park. We stop several times during the day to freshen up and have breakfast and lunch in rest camps along the way. We also visit Skukuza the main camp of the Park. We return to our Lodge before dark and have time to relax before we enjoy dinner at the Lodge.

Kruger Wildlife & Cultural Discovery Day 1

Depart from Johannesburg early and head towards the Kruger Park. Upon arrival we check in at Phumulani Lodge. We have time to explore the lodge and enjoy lunch before we embark on our first afternoon game drive. We arrive back at the lodge before dark when dinner is served, and we enjoy the magical sounds of the African night before retiring to our bungalows.

Kruger Explorer 4X4 Safari Day 3

We again set out at dawn and do a thorough morning drive before we have breakfast. We depart thereafter on our scenic drive to Johannesburg. We explore the Panorama Route with its breathtaking views and spectacular scenery.
We visit God’s Window, Waterfalls and Pilgrim’s Rest. After lunch, we return to Johannesburg and arrive in the late afternoon. Drop off at your hotel or the Airport.

Kruger Explorer 4X4 Safari Day 2

We start at dawn on this day and do three game drives in the Kruger Park. We stop several times during the day to freshen up and have breakfast and lunch in rest camps along the way. We also visit Skukuza, the main camp of the Park. We return to our camp before dark and have time to relax before we enjoy dinner at the Lodge.

Kruger Explorer 4X4 Safari Day 1

Depart from Johannesburg early and head towards the Kruger Park. Upon arrival we check in at Phumulani Lodge. We have time to explore the lodge and enjoy lunch before we embark on our first afternoon game drive. We arrive back at the lodge before dark when dinner is served, and we enjoy the magical sounds of the African night before retiring to our bungalows.

Kruger National Park - Lukimbi Safari Lodge

Lukimbi Safari Lodge is a stunning luxury lodge situated in the easily accessible southern portion of the Kruger National Park, South Africa. Taking guided walks or game drives on our private roads, or just relaxing in the magnificent lodge, it all happens on over 37 000 acres (15 000 hectares) of exclusive use prime game and wilderness area. Special rate of R2700.00 per person per night

7 Night Sabi Sand & Cape Town Safari

Enjoy 3 nights on safari at the 5 star Lion Sands Private Game Reserve on a fully inclusive basis, followed by a 4 night stay at the luxurious Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel in Cape Town. Make use of the special big 5 safari and Cape Town offer as a “stand alone” or combine this offer with the rest of your travel itinerary to Southern Africa.

6 Night Sabi Sand & Cape Town Safari

Enjoy 3 nights on safari at the 5 star Lion Sands Private Game Reserve on a fully inclusive basis, followed by a 3 night stay at the luxurious Cape Cadogan Boutique Hotel in Cape Town. Make use of the special big 5 safari and Cape Town offer as a “stand alone” or combine this offer with the rest of your travel itinerary to Southern Africa.

Kruger Park & The Escarpment Day 4

After a leisurely start we have breakfast and set out to explore this former gold mining town, with it’s many old world attractions. There is the museum and the old graveyard, and don’t forget to ask about “Jock of the Bushveld”. After lunch we depart for Johannesburg via a short stop at Dullstroom, a small town renowned for its fly-fishing. We arrive in Johannesburg in the late afternoon.

Kruger Park & The Escarpment Day 3

We again set out at dawn and do a thorough morning drive before we have breakfast. We depart thereafter on our scenic drive as we explore the Panorama Route. We visit Graskop, God’s Window and a magnificent waterfall before we reach our overnight stop at Pilgrim’s Rest. We check in at the fabulous old Royal Hotel and have time to catch a glimpse of the town before dinner is served.

Kruger Park & The Escarpment Day 2

We start at dawn and on this day and do three game drives in the Kruger Park. We stop several times during the day to freshen up and have breakfast and lunch in rest camps along the way. We also visit Skukuza the main camp of the Park. We return to our Lodge before dark and have time to relax before we enjoy dinner at the Lodge.

Kruger Park & The Escarpment Day 1

Depart from Johannesburg early and head towards the Kruger Park. Upon arrival we check in at Phumulani Lodge. We have time to explore the lodge and enjoy lunch before we embark on our first afternoon game drive. We arrive back at the lodge before dark when dinner is served, and we enjoy the magical sounds of the African night before retiring to our bungalows.

Luxury Sabi Sabi Fly-in Safari Day 4

After your last game drive and a good breakfast, it’s off to the airstrip and back to Johannesburg.
You can fly onto Camp Jabulani for an experience of a lifetime - Elephant back safaris on African Elephants, in Big 5 country!!

Luxury Sabi Sabi Fly-in Safari Day 2 /3

Your days start with an early morning wake up call, followed by tea/coffee before heading out into the bush on your morning safari. A well deserved breakfast will be waiting for you back at the Lodge. The rest of the day is yours to relax by the pool or to sit on the veiwing deck and watch the African bush go by. Lunch and then afternoon tea before setting off on your dusk safari, giving you another opportunity to find Rhino, Buffalo, Giraffe, Lion, Elephant and a whole host of antelope. Dinner.

Luxury Sabi Sabi Fly-in Safari Day 1

Depart from Johannesburg Airport and fly directly to the Sabi Sabi air strip, in the Kruger National Park.

Arrive in time for lunch. This lovely small camp is set on the banks of a river is the perfect destination for honeymooners, or those people wanting to get away from the madding crowds, to a peaceful, romantic bush setting, with the added comfort.

Check in and freshen up and then it’s off on your first safari, in open safari vehicles, with a professional ranger and tracker. This area of the Kruger National Park is famous for it’s Leopard sightings, so let’s hope luck is on your side. You will return to the Lodge after dark. Dinner

Best of the Bush Day 2-4

Day2/3

Your morings start at the crack of dawn, with a wake up call and tea/coffee before embarking on your morning safari. This reserve has an abundance of game, from Lion, Leopard, White Rhino, Buffalo, Elephants(wild), hippo, Kudu, Nyala and so much more. A well earned breakfast awaits you at the Lodge. After breakfast spend some time at the pool, animal spotting from the safety of the Lodge or simply relaxing. Lunch.

Tea is served before your afternoon game drive and then it’s off again into the magical African bush, searching for all those animals that have elluded you thus far. If you have booked a Hot Air Balloon fight, it will be arranged for one morning or afternoon, the time and date will be discussed with you onsite. Your ultimate safari will be on the back of a well trained African Elephant. This is truely a life changing experience as you wonder through the bush, high up on the back of the elephant, watching the wild animals - once you have been through this experience, you will be back I\’m sure!!
Dinner
Day4

After your last game drive and breakfast, you will be transferred back to Eastgate Airport to catch your flight back to Johannesburg.

Best of the Bush Day 1

Depart from Johannesburg Airport at 12H15 - this 1 hour flight will take you to Eastgate Airport in Hoedspruit. You will be met by staff from Kapama, and transfered by road to your Lodge. This 5 star Lodge is set in a “Big 5″ reserve which is also home to 12 tame African Elephants. Your accommodation is luxurious, with your own private plunge pool. There is a gym and spa which is available, should you find the time.(extra charge for spa treatments)

Enjoy a late lunch before heading out into the bush, in open safari vehicles with a professional game ranger and tracker, in search of Africa’s wild animals, big and small.
You will return to the Lodge after nightfall. Dinner

Kruger National Park Walk on the Wildside Weekend (4 Days)

Three nights, under canvas in a non-fenced tented camp deep in the bush in the Greater Kruger National Park (private game reserve) where you will walk among the Big 5!

Nothing quite matches the experience of walking in the African bush – conducted by armed rangers with a vast knowledge and understanding of wildlife – and entertained around the fire with great conversation each night. Good walking shoes and neutral coloured clothing are a must on this unique wilderness experience.

Accommodation is in twin-bedded east African style tents with beds, linen, duvets and blankets provided. Hot showers and flush toilets are closeby and meals are served in the dining tent. No electricity.

Kruger Family/Small Group safari (6 Days)

This is a small group private safari (no more than 8 people) and is scheduled for 6 to 11 June 2007, and is ideal for a small group or family.

This is a fantastic trip — the accommodation is really luxurious. Your first two nights are spent at Nshawu Private Guest Lodge, which is magnificent, situated 60 metres above the Olifants River with 180 degree panoramic views of the bush. Each of the four en-suite bedrooms open out onto a vast patio with a suspended deck over the river on which we cook your evening meal. It is truly one of a kind and no experience can match Nshawu in the Kruger — a most memorable experience. Previous guest have described it as awe-inspiring. With hippos, elephants, giraffes and lions below you, the night sights and sounds are extraordinary — Africa is truly all around you.
A night drive is included at to maximise your sightings of nocturnal animals.

Nights three to five are spent at Talamati Private Bushveld Lodge, where you will stay in an en-suite luxury cottage (private). The accommodation is wonderful with ceiling fans under thatch. This lodge is deep in the southern Kruger – so plenty of noises (like hyenas and lions roaring, etc) with one of the most qualified guides in the Kruger and a chef, who will host you, cook for you and of course we conduct the game drives in our own luxury open game drive vehicle.

Cape Town and Kruger National Park Safari Day 6-11

On day 6 you will be transferred back to the airport to catch your connecting flight to Johannesburg (not included in the tour price). Upon arrival, your friendly and knowledgeable guide for the Kruger Park leg of the tour will await you at the airport and take you on a scenic journey to the entrance of the famous Kruger National Park.

Game viewing begins as soon as we enter the gates. Accommodation options can range from comfortable en-suite bungalows with air-conditioning, to luxury 5-star lodge accommodation.

Cape Town and Kruger National Park Safari Day 1-5

Upon arrival in Cape Town you will be met at the airport by your friendly and knowledgeable tour guide for the Cape Town leg of your tour, who will transfer you to the top of Signal Hill for welcome refreshments and a panoramic view of the beautiful city of Cape Town.

Check in at the luxury Cape Heritage Hotel (or similar) for 5 nights. Situated in the heart of Heritage Square, this beautiful hotel is perfectly positioned close to the Waterfront, with several superb restaurants, shops and other amenities within easy walking distance. The accommodation on this tour is on a bed and breakfast basis, leaving you the freedom to choose your other meals from one of six quality restaurants in Heritage Square, or any on the famous Cape Town Waterfront.

The following guided tours are included in the price:

Table Mountain (by cable way) and Cape Town explorer (topless bus tour of the city including Camps Bay).
Cape Point and the scenic Cape of Good Hope, where the Atlantic and Indian oceans meet.
Cape Winelands tour, including Stellenbosch and Franshoek nestled between the mountains.

The following optional tours and activities are not included in the price:

Robben Island tour (access by ferry) where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned.
Whale watching tour to Hermanus (seasonal)
West Coast wild flower tour (seasonal)
Township tour
Cage diving, scuba diving, hot air balloon trip, horse riding, helicopter ride, walking trails and lots more.

Bush, Beach and Berg Safari Day 9 & 10

Day 9 

Day at leisure. Explore the awesome Drakensberg mountains on foot or on horse-back (not included in tour price), or simply take a day out to rest and reflect on everything you have experienced so far.

Day 10 

This morning we embark on the final leg of our journey back to Johannesburg, arriving at around lunch time.

Bush, Beach and Berg Safari Day 8

Depart after breakfast to the majestic Drakensberg mountains, visiting the city of Durban en route. Our destination is a lovely guesthouse nestled between the mountains - the perfect setting to relax, unwind and breathe in the fresh mountain air.

Bush, Beach and Berg Safari Day 6 & 7

Your choice of daily tours and outings from various options in the St. Lucia area. Any two of the following options are already included in the tour price:

a) Full day or morning safari to the Hluhluwe/Umfolozi game reserve, Africa’s oldest game reserve and responsible for saving the rhino from extinction.

b) Cape Vidal snorkel safari - a full day of fun in the sun, snorkeling in the rock pools at one of the most beautiful beaches on the North Coast. (equipment provided).

c) A fantastic 2-hour deep sea boat trip with the possibility of seeing whales, dolphins, sharks, turtles, pelagic sea birds and more.

d) Cultural tour to a traditional Zulu village.

Bush, Beach and Berg Safari Day 5

After breakfast we pack up and take a scenic drive through Swaziland to Northern Kwazulu-Natal Province, arriving at your guesthouse overlooking lake St. Lucia by late afternoon. The Greater St Lucia Wetland Park is South Africa’s first World Heritage Site.

Bush, Beach and Berg Safari Day 2-4

Your choice of daily tours and outings from the following options (all included in the price):

a) Full day game viewing safari in the Kruger National Park, with a registered and knowledgeable guide who will help you not only to spot the animals, but also interpret their behaviour and relay fascinating facts and stories about the environment. Enjoy a bush breakfast prepared by your guide at a picnic site overlooking a waterhole in the Kruger Park. The full day safari can also be split into a morning and afternoon game drive, giving you time to relax around the pool in the heat of the day.

b) Day tour of nearby Swaziland, a small and very beautiful African kingdom with rich cultural traditions and history. We visit a Swazi cultural village, where you can experience the food, the vibe, the music and the tribal dancing of the Swazi people. We also visit craft markets and various other attractions en route.

c) A full day tour of the scenic ‘Panorama Route’ along the Mpumalanga escarpment, visiting ‘God’s Window’ and other breathtaking view points, Bourke’s Luck potholes, the Blyde River Canyon, various spectacular waterfalls and places of historic interest.

d) As a group you can also opt to take a day at leisure and laze around the pool with a good book, or take the morning out to go shopping in the nearby town. The air-conditioned microbus with guide is available to take you on the outing of your choice. Various other options exist which are not included in the tour price, like a night drive on an open safari vehicle, using powerful spotlights to search for the more elusive nocturnal animals like lion, leopard or hyena.

Bush, Beach and Berg Safari Day 1

Day 1

 Meet at Johannesburg airport or hotel and transfer to Mpumalanga province - the place where the sun rises. We take the scenic route and stop at various view points and places of interest along the way. Arrive late afternoon at a beautiful lodge-style guesthouse on the banks of the Crocodile River overlooking the Kruger National Park.

Kruger Park safari Day 3

This morning we pack up early and head out on a final early morning game drive in search of game that may have eluded us thus far. Breakfast is served at a picnic site along the way, and we exit the Kruger Park around noon to begin our journey back to Johannesburg. Transfers to and from Johannesburg are normally conducted in a luxury air-conditioned microbus. Normally we arrive in Johannesburg by about 17h00 p.m.

Kruger Park safari Day 2

We rise before the sun and embark on a morning game drive in the Kruger National Park in search of the big 5 - lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant and rhino. These are known to be the 5 most dangerous animals to hunt, but we get to view them up close from the safety of an open safari vehicle. While looking for wildlife we visit waterholes, lookout points and beautiful picnic spots, stopping at regular intervals so you can stretch your legs and enjoy some refreshments. After breakfast at a picnic site in the bush, we return to the camp around lunchtime, where you can spend the hot midday hours relaxing at the pool, browsing through the curio shop or watching animals from the deck. In the afternoon we head out on another game drive and return to the camp at sunset for dinner. As an optional extra, you can embark on a sunset/night drive on an open safari vehicle equipped with spotlights, conducted by one of the Kruger Park\\\’s rangers.

Kruger Park safari Day 1

Departing from Johannesburg at 09h00 a.m. we drive along a scenic route to the entrance of the Kruger National Park. Here we transfer to a specially designed open safari vehicle. Game viewing begins as soon as we enter the gates, and we look for giraffe, zebra and various antelope species on our way to the camp, where we arrive by sunset. After dinner in the camp restaurant, your guide may set up a powerful telescope and take you on a fascinating guided tour of the night sky (weather permitting). This astronomy talk is included free of charge on most of our safaris (subject to guide availability). Fall asleep to the sound of hippos snorting or lions roaring in the distance.

Luxury Kruger Park and Swaziland Safari Day 5 & 6

Day 5

After breakfast we pack up and head toward Swaziland, where we spend the day exploring this small but beautiful country. Late afternoon we arrive at the traditional Swazi village where we enjoy an evening filled with tribal drumming and dancing. Overnight in a traditional Swazi hut, fully equipped with all comforts and amenities.

Day 6

After a delicious breakfast we embark on our journey back to Johannesburg, in time to connect you to your flight home or next destination.

Luxury Kruger Park and Swaziland Safari Day 4

A relaxed day, with your choice of another morning and/or afternoon game drive in the Kruger Park, a visit to the city of Nelspruit for some shopping and sightseeing, or simply lazing around the pool with a good book. Other optional activities not included in the tour price are a morning bush walk in the Kruger Park with an armed ranger, or an evening game drive on an open safari vehicle with powerful search lights, looking for those elusive nocturnal predators like lion, leopard and hyena.

Luxury Kruger Park and Swaziland Safari Day 3

Day tour of the spectacular ‘Panorama Route’ along the scenic Mpumalanga escarpment, visiting ‘God’s Window’ and other breathtaking view points, waterfalls, Bourke’s Luck potholes, the Blyde River Canyon (largest green canyon in the world) and more. Lunch will be enjoyed at a famous pancake house in the town of Graskop.

Luxury Kruger Park and Swaziland Safari Day 2

Embark on an exciting game drive in an open safari vehicle in the Kruger National Park with a knowledgeable, registered guide who not only knows where and how to spot the animals, but can interpret their behaviour and relay fascinating facts and stories about the environment. Enjoy a scrumptious bush breakfast at a picnic site in the game reserve. We stop regularly at safe alighting points for refreshments or just to stretch your legs and appreciate the silence and tranquility of the African bush.

Luxury Kruger Park and Swaziland Safari Day 1

Meet at hotel or airport in Johannesburg and take the scenic route to Mpumalanga - the place where the sun rises. Arrive late afternoon at your safari lodge near the Malelane Gate of the Kruger National Park.

Cape Town Day 16 & 20

Day 16- 19
Drive through to Cape Town with accommodation at Breakwater Lodge which is located in the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. The Lodge a former prison is now a Protea Hotel and is in an ideal location a short walk from the bars and restaurants on the Waterfront and provides comfortable accommodation in a spectacular setting that looks over the bay and up onto Table Mountain.

The ferry terminal for the Robben Island museum is also located close by.

Table Mountain is a 15 minute drive and the City Centre is a 15 minute walk.

Day 20
Final morning at Breakwater Lodge return hire car to the airport.

Franschhoek Day 14-15

Leave for the wine growing district and stay two nights at a cottage in a vineyard at Franschhoek.
Franschhoek has some of the finest restaurants in the country; the Monneaux Restaurant close by was awarded the American Express Platinum Fine Dining Award for 2004 and voted one of South Africa’s Top 100 Restaurants for 1999, 2000, 2001, 2003 and 2004.

Oudtshoorn Day 11, 12 & 13

Day 11-12.
Travel on to Oudtshoorn located in the semi desert Karoo. Visit the Kango Caves, stay two nights at Die Opstal a working Ostrich farm, with great accommodation.

The Lodge consists of a group of typical Little Karoo farm buildings, beautifully restored and fitted with modern conveniences, set in lush, tranquil garden surroundings. The complex has a swimming pool and a rustic restaurant where traditional breakfasts and hearty farm-style dinners are served.

Day 13

Drive through to Hermanus and stay overnight at the Whale Cottage Hermanus which is 50 meters from the cliff tops with stunning sea views.

Plettenberg Day 8-10

Drive to Plettenberg spend three nights at Stanley Island, South Africa’s only privately owned island which is near to Plettenberg Bay.

Spend a day visiting Knysna which is a 30 minute drive.

Tsitsikamma National Park Day 7

Hire car will be delivered early morning on 1st, leave for one night at Dolphin View Guest House situated on a farm on the cliff top with sea and mountain views visit the Tsitsikamma National Park, take part in one of the adventurous activities offered in the area for those brave enough, the worlds highest bungee jump off the Bloukrans Bridge. Enjoy some of the magic walks in the Tsitsikamma National Park, take a tree top canopy tour suspended in the giant Outeniqua Yellowwood trees, abseiling, mountain biking, horse riding, snorkelling or just take afternoon tea at the rest camp and enjoy the stunning views.

Port Elizabeth Day 6

Return to Port Elizabeth after breakfast and morning game drive overnight accommodation at Beach House. Township Tour which will include lunch or evening meal.

5 Star Shamwari Game Reserve Day 4 & 5

Day 4
Breakfast and transfer to the Award winning 5 Star Shamwari Game Reserve. Arrive mid afternoon for an evening game drive followed by a wonderful evening meal in one of the elegant dinning rooms. Shamwari Game Reserve is one of the amazing success stories of the Eastern Cape. Established as recently as 1990 animals hunted to extinction in the 1800’s have been returned to their natural environment. Shamwari is a 20,000 hectare reserve which not only has the “Big Five” but numerous other animals.

Five Star facilities enable visitors to see the conservation efforts first hand and to enjoy excellent service and outstanding accommodation. There are a number of luxury accommodation choices available throughout the reserve. The guides are all passionate and dedicated to the conservation efforts are amazingly knowledgeable about the animals the fauna and flora and the history of the area. A measure of the success of Shamwari Game Reserve is the number of visitors who return year after year eager to see the improvements that have been made since their last visit. Shamwari is the “Africa’s leading Safari” “The World’s Leading Safari and Game Reserve”. “The Worlds Leading Conservation Company”.

Day 5

Full day at Shamwari.

Addo Elephant National Park Day 3

Day trip to the Addo Elephant National Park, which has the highest density Elephant Population in the World. The Park is also being extended at an incredible rate it now covers 125,000 hectares 309,000 acres which is an area 4 times the size of Malta and is expanding to 492,000 hectares 1.2 million acres which will be 1/4 of the Size of Wales and 16 times the size of Malta. The Addo National Park now includes a coastal section home to Africa’s largest penguin and gannet population, and has the “big 7″ lion, elephant, rhino, leopard, buffalo, whale, and great white shark.

Port Elizabeth Day 1 & 2

Day 1

Arrive in Cape Town transfer to flight to Port Elizabeth.
Overnight at Beach House on Port Elizabeth’s Beach Front.

Day 2

Free day in Port Elizabeth with accommodation at Beach House.

Ultimate Luxury South African Tour and Safari Day 8-14

Day 8-9
Aboard the train with excursions along the way.

Comment from a previous client:

“The Rovos train is exceptional in that everything is first class, to the extreme, so you feel really “pampered”. Examples - Cold towels and champagne on the platform when you return from the Kimberly tour (which included lunch at the Kimberly Club of Cecil Rhodes era) - hors d’hoevres in ones compartment before dinner - best wines - real crystal glassware - beautiful wood paneled suites (2 or 3 per carriage) with everything you needed - own fridge, stocked with your favourite beverages - bed turndowns with chocolates on the pillow - 1911 restored dinning car and Edwardian observation car - coat and tie for dinner - 5 course dinners with printed menus - everything included. They just make everyone (50 on our trip - max 75) feel special. Takes 50 hours instead of the Blue Trains 24 hours with the max speed set at 60kpm for a smoother ride in these older carriages. Connect the train to a Steam locomotive for the last 50 kms into their own separate station and yards in Pretoria. It’s an experience not a trip!! You should try it - it was the highlight of our visit to SA.

Arrive 6 pm in Cape Town.

Transfer to the Cape Grace Hotel, with accommodation in a one bedroom suite at the Five Star Cape Grace Hotel, which is perfectly positioned on its own quay in the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, with breathtaking views of Table Mountain a Private yacht marina and Cape Town’s captivating harbour.

This is voted by Conde Naste as Africa’s best Hotel.

Day 10-13.
Accommodation at the Cape Grace Hotel, on Bed and Breakfast basis.

You will be provided with a dedicated vehicle and guide to show you the best of Cape Town

Day 14.
Breakfast at Cape Grace, leisure time with guide and vehicle and transfer to airport.

Ultimate Luxury South African Tour and Safari Day 7

Leave after breakfast for transfer to Pretoria and Rail Trip on Rovos Rail to Cape Town. Train leaves at 15.30.

Since its establishment more than 15 years ago, Rovos Rail has earned an international reputation for its truly world-class travel experiences. Step aboard the wood-paneled coaches - classics remodeled and refurbished to mint condition - and enjoy fine cuisine in five-star luxury as some of the most varied scenery imaginable unfolds beyond the windows. Recapture the romance and atmosphere of a by-gone era, when privileged travelers experienced the magic and mystery of Africa in a relaxed and elegant fashion.

We have included one of the Royal Suites, each of which takes up half a carriage, are named after colourful characters of the Victorian era in South Africa, including Cecil John Rhodes, Barney Barnato and Alfred Beit. Spacious and elegant, the Royal Suites measure 16 sq metres in size (172 sq ft). Each one has its own private lounge area and full bathroom with Victorian bath and separate shower.

Ultimate Luxury South African Tour and Safari Day 4-6

Day 4.
Leave after breakfast for return flight to Johannesburg airport.

Collection and transfer to Sun City which is approximately 2 hours by road.

Sun City is a no expense spared resort dedicated to the art, wildlife and legends of Africa. It is the most luxurious resort in Africa, containing casinos, cinemas, restaurants, world class golf courses, and the Lost City Complex, surrounded by 25 hectares of tropical jungle.

Stay in a luxury suite at the Sun City Hotel, which overlooks the internationally acclaimed Gary Player Golf Course, the Sun City Hotel is home to the Sun City Casino. The ambience of the hotel is one of glamorous sophistication tastefully combined with magical fantasy.
The hotel’s view comprises a magnificent landscape of subtropical gardens and a sparkling swimming pool. Suites are spaciously luxurious with dining facilities, private patios and sun lounging facilities.

Day 5-6
At leisure to enjoy the Sun City resort and casino and the world class restaurants. Accommodation is in a luxury suite on bed and breakfast basis.

Ultimate Luxury South African Tour and Safari Day 1-3

Day 1.
Arrive at Johannesburg International Airport.

Transfer in private plane to Ulusaba Reserve, which is Sir Richard Branson’s Private Game Reserve.
Richard Branson set out to create the most beautiful game reserve in Africa and has exceeded all expectations.
The Reserve is located in the Western section of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve adjacent to the Kruger National Park.

There are two Lodges in the Reserve:-
Rock Lodge which is perched at the top of a koppie (a small hill) which gives a spectacular panoramic view over miles of bush, the wildlife roaming within, the beauty of the lowveld, all set against the backdrop of the Drakensberg Mountain Range in the far distance.
Safari Lodge, which is built along the banks of the dry Mabrak riverbed. The rooms are built “tree house” style and you really get the feeling of being at the heart of the bush. Your room will provide fascinating views of the animals as they stroll past on their way to the nearby waterhole.
The accommodation at Rock Lodge is stunning, wonderful views from all windows and strategically placed telescopes. Look out of any window for a reminder of just how spectacular nature can be. There is a freshwater pool set in a magnificent wooden deck perfect for relaxation having seen the big five.
Safari Lodge rooms are all quiet and secluded with strategically placed bathtubs so you can lie back and watch the animals go by, each room has private lounge and deck.
You can choose between Cliff Room at Rock Lodge and the Elephant Room at the Safari Lodge or split your stay between the two properties.
Included.
• All meals served in a variety of locations around the lodges
• All beverages including a top quality wine list and fine champagne.
• Twice daily game viewing drives traversing an area of 10,000 hectares frequented by the Big Five. A fully trained and experienced ranger and tracker will accompany you.
• A daily walking safari accompanied by your ranger and tracker (subject to favourable conditions).
• Informative talks on flora, fauna and conservation can be done on request. Really nice staff!
Day 2-3.
Two full days at your choice of Lodge at Ulusaba.

Kapama Private Game Reserve Day 2, 3 & 4

Your day starts with an early morning game drive, in open safari vehicles. You safari on the African Elephants will be either one morning or one afternoon. The staff will inform you, on arrival, as to when this life chainging experience will take place. A well-deserved breakfast will be waiting for you at the Lodge. After breakfast you will have the opportunity to take a walk with your ranger, into the bush, to view it’s creatures up-close and to learn about the local, medicinal uses of some of the plants & trees. Should you wish to take things slowly, relax by the pool or at your room and enjoy nature at it’s best. After lunch you will have time to prepare your camera equipment or take a nap before afternoon tea is served. After tea you will embark on an afternoon game drive. Dinner will be served at the Lodge on your return.

Don’t let an opportunity of a lifetime pass you by.

DAY 4
Your last game drive before breakfast and then it’s off to the airport and back to Johannesburg Airport.

Kapama Private Game Reserve Day 1

Depart from Johannesburg Airport, on SA Express, to Eastgate Airport near the Kruger National Park, in Hoedspruit, Limpopo Province.

Meet your hosts from Kapama Game Reserve and transfer in open safari vehicles, game viewing en route to either Buffalo Camp – a luxury tented camp, or Kapama Main Lodge – chalets. Kapama Game Reserve is home to Africa’s “Big 5”, a large variety of other animals both big and small, as well as 12 well trained African elephants which offer a fantastic position, in which to view the African bush and it’s creatures from.

You will take a walk on the wild side and look for Africa’s animals on the back of an African elephant. This is sure to be a memory of a lifetime. This package includes the game ride on the elephant, but should you wish to skip that ride, the package can be adjusted, or, we can ADD another elephant back safari for you!!

Depending on what time your flight gets in, you will be able to enjoy lunch, relax before afternoon tea and then embark on your first game drive, in open safaris vehicles, with a qualified tracker and ranger. Dinner at the Lodge.

Self-drive Safari Day 10

Depart for Cape Town driving via Clanwilliam and Citrusdal on the main route – N7. Then we deviate of into the Cederberg Mountains and drive to the town of Op-die-berg with all its beautiful apple orchards. Then on to the town of Ceres and through the Bainkloof pass to Wellington to be in Cape Town by 18:00. Lunch is taken in either Citrusdal or in Op-die-berg; depending on our time. The distance is 380 km.

Self-drive Safari Day 9

This day we truly enter the wild side of Africa. We travel through a part of the Namib biosphere which is dry, hot, isolated, mountainous and undeveloped. Take lunch in the town of Springbok.
Depart to De Brug. In season (Aug - beginning Oct), we view flowers. Namaqualand is also called: “The Garden of the Gods” - The flowers is so diverse and amazing, covering both land and mountains.
Out of the flower season, we visit the town of Vanrhynsdorp which has the biggest succulent nursery in the world. After returning to De Brug, enjoy a substantial dinner.
The total distance is about 400 km with the whole day taken up exploring this region.

Self-drive Safari Day 8

We leave most or our belongings at he guesthouse and join an organized tour of the diamond mining operations at the town of Kleinsee. The mine belongs to De Beers – the biggest name in the diamond industry. We get on board a massive “dragline” that scoops thousands of tons of gravel daily. After our picnic style lunch, we explore some of the many shipwrecks on the desolated “diamond coast” We return for a full “Namaqualand” supper to our campsite.

Self-drive Safari Day 7

Depart for the town of Kleinsee - this is a diamond-mining town. We follow dirt roads
and 4×4 tracks through this wilderness area. If the weather allows, we do some fishing or
even scuba diving along the way and if our luck prevails, we cook our own fish or
crayfish. We have lunch where and when we please and proceed to a campsite
in a leisurely way. The total distance of 250 km can be covered easily in 3 hours. We
use the whole day to do it for; whenever nature is calling – we obey.

Self-drive Safari Day 6

Carry on northwards along the West Coast - this is a 4×4 route in a wild, unspoiled area. We stop along the way for swimming, fishing, scuba diving or just for “nothing”.
Our lunch we take ‘picnic-style’ where we please and that evening we cook our own supper. Tonight we sleep at Groenrivier-se-mond; about 150-km north from where we started.

Self-drive Safari Day 5

We spend the day in Strandfontein where we – nothing. This “nothing” consists of some scuba diving, fishing, quad-bike driving, walking or just relaxing on the beautiful unspoiled beach. We visit the estuary at Papendorp with thousands of birds and an amazing biosphere. We prepare our own meals and take them whenever we please.

Self-drive Safari Day 4

Depart for Trawal Winery. This little winery is quickly becoming the showcase of South African red wine production and has won many an award.
We then travel via dirt road to the Heerenlogement Mountain and take a short walk to visit the cave with handwritings of many famous explorers. We then turn north to Vredendal for some shopping and lunch. Afterwards we drive westwards into the forbidden “Sandveld” on our way to Strandfontein. Here we make our camp and cook our own supper. The total distance of 90 km sounds so short but it is filled to the brim with exiting experiences and wonderful sites.

Self-drive Safari Day 3

The morning is spend doing some 4×4 exploring of the sand dunes in Lambertsbaai area. We visit the famous Bird Island with thousands of sea birds and take our lunch in the town. By now, you have been introduced to the West Coast and the southern tip of the Namib Desert!
Depart for De Brug – our guest farm on the banks of the Doring River. This is an hours drive away with brings our total for the day to about 130 km.

Self-drive Safari Day 2

Depart for Lambertsbaai via the West Coast route. We pass beautiful lagoons and marsh areas on the way. Then we follow a dirt road to explore the little pan of water at Rocherspan – it is a true bird watchers delight.
On the way, we pass the fishing towns of Velddrif and Elandsbaai to Lambertsbaai; here we make our camp. Tonight we dine at the Muisbosskerm, a world famous open air restaurant for a truly West Coast feast. The total distance is only 140 km but we travel at our own time and speed.

Self-drive Safari Day 1

Guests will be met at Cape Town Airport. We then proceed to the VICTORIAN & ALFRED WATERFRONT with its shopping malls, sea cruises, restaurants, pubs, semi precious stone factory, Aquarium, Craft Center, Theatre, and helicopter flips around the Peninsular. This is a 30-minute drive and we take our lunch there after exploring the Waterfront.
Depart for Tietiesbaai which is a 2-hour drive along the R27 – the West Coast route. We camp at Tietiesbaai – an unspoiled, undeveloped camping site in a conservation area.
Our supper we take at the Voorstrand Restaurant – a exquisite little eatery housed in a typical West Coast cottage build of corrugated iron boards and situated right on beach. The total distance for the day is 220 km.

Cape Town Day 13-16

Take the short drive into Cape Town and see the awe inspiring Table Mountain for the first time.
Your accommodation will be Table Mountain Lodge. Located on the slopes of the mountain but a few minutes walk from the City Centre and the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront.

Day 14-15.
At leisure in Cape Town. Cape town is one of the world’s greatest cities and has a great nightlife and excellent inexpensive restaurants. You can hike or take the cable car up Table Mountain, go to the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront or take a boat trip to Robben Island. where Nelson Mandela was held prisoner for 27 years.

Day 16.
Final morning in South Africa drop your hire car at Cape Town airport.

Mossel Bay Day 11 & 12

Onwards to Mossel Bay with accommodation at the Historic Old Post Office Tree.

You can take a walk round the fishing boats in the harbour, visit the Diaz museum or take a cage dive, where you would be lowered into the water wearing breathing apparatus, you should then come face to face with a great white. Rather you than me !!!!

Day 12.
Breakfast in Mossel Bay and leave for a 3 hour drive to the wine growing district stop overnight in the village of Franschhoek. South Africa makes great red wine you will stay in a cottage in one of the vineyards. Naturally you will get the chance to sample the wine and have a tour of the vineyard.

Oudtshoorn Day 9 & 10

Travel on to Oudtshoorn located in the semi desert Karoo. Visit the Kango Caves, stay overnight at Die Opstal a working Ostrich farm, with great accommodation.

The Lodge consists of a group of typical Little Karoo farm buildings, beautifully restored and fitted with modern conveniences, set in lush, tranquil garden surroundings. The complex has a swimming pool and a rustic restaurant where traditional breakfasts and hearty farm-style dinners are served.

We offer an optional 54 km downhill cycle ride starting at the top of the Swartberg pass with hairpin bends waterfalls and rock pools, you will cycle back to Outshoorn via the Cango Caves, an ostrich farm (ride an ostrich) wildlife ranch and camel farm.

Plettenburg Bay Day 7 & 8

Option 1.
Visit Plettenburg Bay and travel to Knysna which is in the heart of the South African Lake District.

Stay overnight at Leisure Isle Lodge which was recently voted one of South Africa’s top three Guest Lodges. Enjoy the sights and sounds of Knysna’s world renowned the Lodge is positioned on the picturesque shores of Bollard Bay.

It is only minutes from central Knysna, yet far enough a field to afford guests a little peace and tranquillity. The Island also boasts the most unique ’sea level’ vistas of the famous Knysna Heads, Outeniqua mountain range and the evergreen Featherbed Nature Reserve.

Option 2.
Take the short drive to Plettenburg Bay

Overnight accommodation and wonderful evening meal at the Tsala Tree Top Lodge
The accommodation is located in ten exclusive tree houses high in the Outinequa forest.

Each house has it’s own plunge pool, they are approached by elevated walkways from the main house and reception area.

We include the outstanding evening meal.

Tsitsikamma National Park Day 6

Move on to the Tsitsikamma National Park. with overnight accommodation at the Tsitsikamma Forest Inn in Storms River at the entrance to the Park.

There are many optional activities, for those brave enough, the worlds highest bungee jump with a drop of 216 metres. Enjoy some of the magic walks in the Tsitsikamma National Park, take a tree top canopy tour suspended in the giant Outinequa Yellowwood trees.

Addo Elephant National Park Day 4-5

Leave Port Elizabeth for the Addo Elephant National Park.

Addo Elephant National Park, has the highest density Elephant Population in the World. The Park is also being extended at an incredible rate it now covers 125,000 hectares 309,000 acres which is an area 4 times the size of Malta and is expanding to 492,000 hectares 1.2 million acres which will be 1/4 of the Size of Wales and 16 times the size of Malta. The Addo National Park now includes a coastal section home to Africa’s largest penguin and gannet population, you are now able to see the
“big 7″ lion, elephant, rhino, leopard, buffalo, whale, and great white shark.

There is more to the Addo Elephant National Park however than the “big 7″, there are countless other species, Cape buffalo, Black rhino, Eland, Kudu, Bushbuck, Red hartebeest, Grysbok and Duiker, Jackals, Antbear, Bushpig, Vervet monkeys and Zebra, to name a few. The flightless dung beetle is unique to the park, you will here a lot about theses when you visit. 6 out of the world’s 7 biomes are found here and a huge number of bird species.

For the first time since 1849 lions now roam free there are six in total released in October, they have been separated in to two groups at different ends of the park. Spotted Hyenas required to dispose of the animal carcases have also been reintroduced.

The area is completely malaria free and no medication is required,

Spend two nights at the brand new exclusive Pumba Safari Lodge in a Private Game Reserve, home to Africa’s Big 5 plus giraffe to seldom seen leopard, 22 species of antelope and the near extinct white lion.

The lodge is set amongst dense bushveld, overlooking Lake Kareiga, where the animals come to drink. The main lodge offers terrific views from its terraced timber deck complete with bushveld pool. Included are all meals, drinks (excluding the vintage wine collection) and game activities.

Port Elizabeth Day 2-3

At leisure in Port Elizabeth, walk along the beach, visit the craft market along the beach front or simply sit by the swimming pool and enjoy the weather.

Port Elizabeth is not only a great place for water sports, surfing, sailing jet skis, diving let us know what you would like and we can organise. There are also four first class Golf Courses including the Humewood Links course, regularly voted in to the top 5 in the country.

There is also a stunning coastline the Sacramento trail is a particularly rewarding 10 kilometer coastal walk from Skoenmakerskop to Sardinia Bay.

We include a visit to a Township school you will be amazed at how much can be achieved with so little resources.

Beach House Day 1

Collect you, hire car from the airport and make the ten minute drive to our Beach House, which is located 50 metres from Hobie Beach and within easy walking distance of excellent restaurants and the Boardwalk Casino and Entertainment Centre.

Richtersvelt and Orange River Safari (9 Days)

Day 1.
Dept Johannesburg by modern air-conditioned off road vehicle, for Augrabies falls National Park.(full days travelling)
Day 2.
Explore and site see Augrabies Falls and surrounds.
Day 3.
Off road travel through Namaqualand, via town of Pella, through rock strewn watercourses, to bush camp for the night by the Orange River.
Day 4.
After breakfast and a leisurely start, amble through Namaqualand bush/desert to camp once again beside the Orange River. This time in a formal camp site complete with hot showers and ablutions.
Day 5.
Journey on to Richtersvelt National Park, entering through Helskloof Gate (aptly named) and camp for the night in the first of many bush camps in the wilderness of Richtersvelt.
Days 6+7.
Enjoy the rugged and majestic scenery of Richtersvelt as we travel through, over and round mountains to our bush camp site again beside the Orange River. Here we camp for two nights. Next two days at leisure, exploring.
Day 8.
Dept Richtersvelt and head via Alexander Bay on the Atlantic coast for the Northern Cape Town of Springbok, where we overnight camp.
Day 9.
We return via Poffadder and Uppington to Johannesburg.

Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park Safaris (11 Days)

Day 1.
ex Johannesburg. Drive to over night camp at Augrabies Falls or Kuruman in North West Province of South Africa.

Day 2.
Continue to Twee Rivieren. Overnight camp in formal campsite on edge of Kalahari Desert.

Days 3-7.
Bush camp for four nights at different camp sites in the solitude of the Transfrontier Park. Expect to see red mained kalahari lion, jackal, and gemsbok.

Day 8.
Heading east into Botswana stop over at Mabuesehube Park, where indigenous brown hyena live.

Days 9+10.
Cross the remote Kalahari, towards Khutse Game Reserve,

Day 11.
Return to Johannesburg

Port Elizabeth Day 5 & 6

Return after morning Game Drive and breakfast to Port Elizabeth. No visit to South Africa is complete without a Township Tour, so we include a Township tour with a specialist tour guide, guests can choose whether to take a day trip or the evening Shebben trip. We include a traditional meal in both options.

Day 6.
Try and finish your to do list in Port Elizabeth. We provide the transfer to your next destination.

5 Star Shamwari Game Reserve Day 4

After breakfast and morning activity travel onwards to the Award winning 5 Star Shamwari Game Reserve. Arrive mid afternoon for an evening game drive followed by a wonderful evening meal in one of the elegant dinning rooms. Shamwari Game Reserve is one of the amazing success stories of the Eastern Cape. Established as recently as 1990 animals hunted to extinction in the 1800,s have been returned to their natural environment.Shamwari is a 20,000 hectare reserve which not only has the “Big Five” but numerous other animals.

Five Star facilities enable visitors to see the conservation efforts first hand and to enjoy excellent service and outstanding accommodation. There are a number of luxury accommodation choices available throughout the reserve. The guides are all passionate and dedicated to the conservation efforts are amazingly knowledgeable about the animals the fauna and flora and the history of the area.A measure of the success of Shamwari Game Reserve is the number of visitors who return year after year eager to see the improvements that have been made since their last visit.Shamwari is the “Africa’s leading Safari” “The World’s Leading Safari and Game Reserve”. “The Worlds Leading Conservation Company”.

Addo Elephant National Park Day 3

Leave Port Elizabeth for the Addo Elephant National Park. Which is home to over 400 elephants the highest density of elephants in the world. Lions have recently been reintroduced into the area after they were hunted to extinction in the 1840’s, there is more to Addo National Park than just the “Big 7″ There are over 200 other mammal species. The Addo National Park is malaria free and no medication is required.
Stay overnight at Darlington Lake Lodge which is located within the Greater Addo National Park. Darlington Dam was completed in 1922 and submerged the village of Darlington, it supplies water to the Sundays River Valley where the famous Outspan oranges are grown. At first site the Lake bizarre as it is deep in the semi desert Karoo, which you can imagine is like the surface of the moon.

Darlington Lake Lodge is a Karoo oasis. It is extremely stylish and comfortable with incredible gardens and a sparkling swimming pool. Darlington Lake has some of the best fresh water fishing in the country and hosts many National competitions. Spend some time aboard a houseboat on the dam, or just relax at the pool and enjoy the tranquillity of this remote area.