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We set off early from Johannesburg for our journey on a picturesque road through mountain passes to the African bushveld. Stop off for lunch in the historic village of Haenertsburg on the edge of a mountain escarpment. This vibrant town is known for its magnificent views and lush forest vegetation. Lunch will be at your own expense. The next two nights we get cozy at our well-appointed Bush Lodge, situated in a private reserve within the greater Kruger National Park, where animals roam freely and unrestricted. Expect an exciting couple of days on safari as we head out on game drives with expert guides in open safari vehicles into a natural world where wild animals roam free. This privately owned reserve allows us the freedom to explore the wilderness in search of a variety of animals in open game drive vehicles, at our leisure. The tented lodge casually blends into the bush and offers crisp, comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms, a refreshing splash pool, and stunning views over the surrounding wilderness, including a waterhole frequented by a variety of animals.
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Dinner
Johannesburg to Kruger Bush Lodge
Your Accommodation
Private Tented Bush Lodge
Situated in a private reserve within the greater Kruger – where animals roam freely and unrestricted. This privately owned reserve allows us the freedom to explore the wilderness in open game drive vehicles in search of a variety of animals, both during the day and into the evening. The lodge casually blends into the bush and offers crisp comfortable beds and stunning views over the surrounding wilderness, including a water hole regularly frequented by animals. Retire to bed whilst listening to a symphony of sounds from the African Bush.
Wake early with a sunrise cup of coffee and fresh rusks (a traditional South African biscuit) before heading out on your early morning safari. In the company of an expert field guide, explore the wilderness with heightened senses on the lookout for creatures big and small. All this excitement works up a healthy appetite, and we return to the lodge for a delicious brunch before finding a spot to relax and take in the special energy of the African bush - be that from your private deck or the poolside. A bustling waterhole in front of the camp attracts thirsty animals of all shapes and sizes, and you have front-row seats. As the heat of the day subsides, it's time for our late afternoon game drive. Enjoy sundowners at dusk, another safari tradition, as the sun burns its way below the horizon. A safari after dark is a different experience altogether, as nocturnal predators come out to hunt and prey, and eyes honed to darkness glint mysteriously in the bush. Return to the lodge for dinner under the starry galaxy and share stories around the campfire. Retire to bed to an orchestra of sounds - think roaring lions, cackling hyenas, honking hippos and hooting owls - that end a day you will not soon forget.
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Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Full day in Balule Nature Reserve (Greater Kruger National Park)
Your Accommodation
Private Tented Bush Lodge
Situated in a private reserve within the greater Kruger – where animals roam freely and unrestricted. This privately owned reserve allows us the freedom to explore the wilderness in open game drive vehicles in search of a variety of animals, both during the day and into the evening. The lodge casually blends into the bush and offers crisp comfortable beds and stunning views over the surrounding wilderness, including a water hole regularly frequented by animals. Retire to bed whilst listening to a symphony of sounds from the African Bush.
After another glorious sunrise and a hearty breakfast, we set off on a spectacularly beautiful expedition. Today our route takes us on an exploration of the Panorama Route, known for its awesome views, waterfalls, and natural wonders. Experience the breath-taking beauty of Blyde River Canyon, the world's third-largest canyon. The meandering Blyde River, striking rock formations, deep gorges, and vibrant plant life combine to create a stunning landscape. View the unique formations reminiscent of traditional African round houses (rondavels), enhancing to the richness of our journey through this remarkable terrain. We visit Pilgrim's Rest, a historic gold mining town preserved as a living museum. Established during the 1873 gold rush, it boasts charming Victorian architecture, quaint shops, and rich heritage sites. Thereafter, we journey to a serene log cabin perched on stilts in an indigenous forest, overlooking the Sabie River. If time allows, you can opt for a tranquil nature walk through the forest or explore a neighboring coffee farm, enjoying the magnificence of your surroundings. Dine at the lodge.
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Breakfast, Dinner
Balule Nature Reserve to Hazyview via Pilgrim's Rest
Your Accommodation
Greenfire Lodge Hazyview
Only 25 km from the renowned Kruger National Park and 7kms out of Hazyview on the road to Sabie, this lodge provides the ideal base from which to explore all of the attractions of Mpumalanga – Blyde River Canyon, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, Pilgrims Rest, God’s Window, Grasskop, Sudwala Cave’s, Kruger Park, and much more.
Wake with the birds as we head into the Kruger National Park for a slow meander through the southern section of the park on another full day of game viewing. From the elevated vantage point and comfort of Drifters' custom-built truck (where every seat has a theatre-like view), you'll enjoy front-row seats to your own personal safari. Your expert guide knows this wilderness intimately and intuitively and will take the time to explain the behaviours of the many animals we encounter. You can also expect to learn something new, such as the medicinal benefits of a plant! Lunch in the park is at your own expense. Kruger National Park is one of the planet's last vast preserved wildernesses, and South Africa's top-ranked safari destination. Located in the north-eastern corner of the country, bordering Mozambique, the reserve covers some 12,500 square kms of land. For perspective, this is the equivalent of the size of Israel or Wales! This is the place to immerse yourself in a kingdom of wild animals. Kruger National Park is home to what is famously known as the "Big 5" (lion, elephant, leopard, buffalo, and rhinoceros), along with 336 tree, 49 fish, 34 amphibian, 116 reptile, 507 bird, and 147 mammal species. After an invigorating day on safari, we head back to the comfort of our lodge in Hazyview. Dine at the lodge.
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Breakfast, Dinner
Full Day in Kruger National Park
Your Accommodation
Greenfire Lodge Hazyview
Only 25 km from the renowned Kruger National Park and 7kms out of Hazyview on the road to Sabie, this lodge provides the ideal base from which to explore all of the attractions of Mpumalanga – Blyde River Canyon, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, Pilgrims Rest, God’s Window, Grasskop, Sudwala Cave’s, Kruger Park, and much more.
We depart after breakfast and pass through the provincial capital, Mbombela (Nelspruit), before crossing the border from South Africa into the Kingdom of Eswatini. Formerly known as Swaziland, this diminutive landlocked nation is nestled in the mountains of South Africa. Despite its compact size, it offers an extraordinary experience brimming with cultural richness, breathtaking scenery, and unique encounters. Today, we journey high into the mountains, passing through rural homesteads and scenes of spectacular natural beauty with lunch en route. The area is known for its many traditional craft industries, which we may visit, time permitting. Tonight, we indulge in a traditional home-cooked meal before settling into bed in the clear mountain air, which promotes deep and restful sleep.
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Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Today you follow winding roads south through the Swazi countryside, before crossing back into South Africa. After completing the border formalities, you enter Zululand, a part of modern-day KwaZulu-Natal, and home to South Africa's largest ethnic group - the Zulu people. Formed in the early 1800's into the most powerful regional empire by King Shaka Zulu, the Zulus influenced a large part of southern Africa. Your journey continues to the bustling coastal town of St Lucia where you spend the next two nights. St Lucia itself is home to many animals including Hippo, Crocodile and bird species. During your stay in St Lucia you will also visit the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a Subtropical Coastal habitat with white beaches, tidal pools, offshore reefs and coastal dune forest. This unique combination of coastal reserve and Wetland Park offers an absolutely unique experience, where you drive through the park viewing rhino, buffalo and a multitude of other large animals, before going for a walk on a deserted beach where at any time you can take a dip in the warm Indian Ocean. The day is spent exploring the beach, rock pools, pristine dune forest and other natural habitats of this amazing Park. During the evenings you enjoy our dinners at one of the many local restaurants (own-expense). Beware of the wandering hippos that also visit town at night for a bite to eat.
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Breakfast, Lunch
As your journey unfolds, you find yourself in the bustling coastal town of St. Lucia, a place teeming with life and natural wonders. Here, you’ll spend the next two nights, immersing yourself in an environment where the wild and the serene coexist harmoniously. During the evenings you enjoy our dinners at one of the many local restaurants (own-expense). Beware of the wandering hippos that also visit town at night for a bite to eat.
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Breakfast, Lunch
Departing St Lucia after breakfast, you continue travelling through the rolling hills of Kwa-Zulu Natal, an area famous for various battles between the Boers and Zulus, British and Zulus and the Boers and British. The area is filled with numerous historic sites that helped shape modern day South Africa. This afternoon you reach the majestic Drakensberg mountain range that rises 3400m, known to the locals as "The Barrier of Spears". After a full day you arrive at our accommodation, where you spend two nights in cozy cabins surrounded by breath-taking views.
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Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Drakensberg
Your Accommodation
Alpine Heath
This award-winning, four-star, self-catering mountain village promises guests an unforgettable time away. Families and nature-lovers can explore their surroundings with this luxury Drakensberg accommodation as a home base. Superbly equipped Deluxe Chalets promise guests breathtaking views of Southern Africa’s highest mountain range. Enjoy a range of sports and leisure activities for all ages, offered on-site, or spoil yourself with a treatment at the stunning Be Spoilt Beauty Salon & Spa. Whether it’s for a day, a weekend or even longer, booking your stay at Alpine Heath promises an unforgettable time away!
You will conduct a day hike in the Tugela Gorge which is located in the Royal Natal National Park, part of Drakensberg World Heritage Site. From here you will have a spectacular view of the towering cliffs of the Amphitheatre and the Tugela Falls, at 948m the falls are widely accepted as being the second highest in the world.
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Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Drakensberg
Your Accommodation
Alpine Heath
This award-winning, four-star, self-catering mountain village promises guests an unforgettable time away. Families and nature-lovers can explore their surroundings with this luxury Drakensberg accommodation as a home base. Superbly equipped Deluxe Chalets promise guests breathtaking views of Southern Africa’s highest mountain range. Enjoy a range of sports and leisure activities for all ages, offered on-site, or spoil yourself with a treatment at the stunning Be Spoilt Beauty Salon & Spa. Whether it’s for a day, a weekend or even longer, booking your stay at Alpine Heath promises an unforgettable time away!
With tired legs and contented souls, today we head further south towards a lush farming area of undulating hills and valleys known to be one of South Africa's prettiest. Our stop for the night is on a working ranch, where you can appreciate life as a farmer (as actively or passively as you wish!) Tonight's dinner is wholesome, prepared fresh from the farm's gardens
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Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Drakensberg to Southern Drakensberg Countryside
Your Accommodation
Flitwick Ranch
Flitwick Ranch, a working ranch established in the late 1800s, is tucked away amidst the beautiful South-Eastern Mountains of Kwazulu-Natal. This, surrounded by the blooming gardens, picturesque dams, and vast rolling hills in the distance, makes Flitwick Ranch a peaceful haven. Yet, there is much to do such as fishing, hiking, cycling, horse riding, kayaking, bird watching, relaxing in the Spa, or having an authentic farm experience that involves herding the cattle, enjoying sunset drives, milking cows, or going for the night drive to see the nocturnal life. The beautiful Deli provides delicious food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Flitwick has something for the Individual traveler, family, or group.
Setting off early, you pass through several small towns and follow beautiful roads towards one of the most exciting, truly off-the-beaten-track highlights of the tour - The Wild Coast. Having formerly been an independent homeland, there has been little development in this area, resulting in endless unspoiled beaches, natural estuaries, rolling grassland, and a tapestry of traditional Xhosa villages. You spend two nights on the Wild Coast at Coffee Bay allowing you a full day for hiking and exploring this rugged but stunningly beautiful area. The highlight of your stay will be a walk along the high cliffs, deserted beaches and rolling grasslands, to what is one the most impressive landmarks along the South African coastline - Hole in the Wall. Hole in the Wall is an island, just offshore with a natural arch carved by centuries of wave-action. The adventurous can swim out for a closer look. This afternoon you will have time to simply relax and to enjoy the “Robinson Crusoe” surroundings as well as the comforts of our accommodation.
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Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Wild Coast
Your Accommodation
Ocean View Hotel
Nestled virtually on the beach in a small magnificent bay between great towering cliffs and the sparkling Indian Ocean, the Ocean View Hotel is a treasured Wild Coast coastal-country hotel. The hotel is a hundred footsteps away from the shoreline, which makes it the perfect spot for sea lovers. The journey to the Ocean View Hotel in Coffee Bay is a treat on its own while driving through the Traditional African countryside. You will be stunned by the beauty and wildness of the terrain around you. A long winding road through open veldt, valleys, and mountains with breathtaking views on either side of you.
Another amazing day in the Wild Coast, a place where nature’s rugged beauty unfolds in all its glory. Here, at Coffee Bay, you’ll spend two nights, allowing ample time for adventure and discovery. In this wild corner of the world, where cliffs meet ocean and legends echo through the salt-laden air, you’ll find solace, wonder, and the thrill of exploration.
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Breakfast, Dinner
Wild Coast
Your Accommodation
Ocean View Hotel
Nestled virtually on the beach in a small magnificent bay between great towering cliffs and the sparkling Indian Ocean, the Ocean View Hotel is a treasured Wild Coast coastal-country hotel. The hotel is a hundred footsteps away from the shoreline, which makes it the perfect spot for sea lovers. The journey to the Ocean View Hotel in Coffee Bay is a treat on its own while driving through the Traditional African countryside. You will be stunned by the beauty and wildness of the terrain around you. A long winding road through open veldt, valleys, and mountains with breathtaking views on either side of you.
Today, we follow lesser-known roads through the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa, making our way into the Great Karoo, with lunch en route. Cradock is our destination for the day - a historic town in the upper reaches of the Great Fish River valley dating back to the mid-1800s. We journey into the past on an afternoon walking tour with a local guide before enjoying an evening of old-fashioned hospitality and a home-cooked dinner.
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Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Coffee Bay, Wild Coast to Cradock
Your Accommodation
Die Tuishuise
Die Tuishuise in Cradock is an elegant collection of beautifully restored Victorian era craftsmen's houses, the frontier town at the eastern edge of the Great Karoo of South Africa. More than two dozen Tuishuise line Market Street up to the Victoria Manor, a grand old colonial hotel that welcomes you with hearty country fare and decor from the days of Cecil John Rhodes, Olive Schreiner and the droves of adventurers who passed here en route to the hinterland. Modern day over-landers crossing South Africa on holiday and business groups looking for inspiration stay at Die Tuishuise, where they are received like old friends and treated like gentry.
Today is an early start to reach Mountain Zebra National Park as the gate opens. This standalone park is uniquely positioned in the semi-desert of the Great Karoo, home to the endangered mountain zebra, springbok, ostrich, cheetah, buffalo, black rhino, and an array of birdlife. We spend a few hours in search of animals and taking in the spectacular views before returning to the hotel for a sumptuous breakfast. It's time to leave Cradock and head for the renowned Addo Elephant National Park, another unique environment in the succulent shrubs of the rhenosterveld. Our journey from north to south will reveal elephants, buffalo and other animals at close range. Exiting in the late afternoon, we travel the short distance back to the coast and to our beachfront hotel in the stunning Gqeberha, also known as Nelson Mandela Bay. Spend the evening strolling along the promenade and enjoying one of many local eateries for dinner.
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Breakfast
Cradock to Gqeberha via Mountain Zebra National Park
Your Accommodation
The Beach Hotel
The four-star hotel offers homely comfort in its 58 spacious, en-suite bedrooms with all modern amenities, a stunning pool deck and 3 superb restaurants. Choose between The Verandah restaurant on the terrace, with its ocean views, stylish decor and enticing menu, or The Crest Restaurant with its beautiful old exposed wooden beams, tantalizing Seafood and Carvery Buffet, and some of the best curries in Africa. If neither of these two tickle your fancy there's always Ginger Restaurant, one of the finest restaurants in Port Elizabeth, where it's cool and airy elegance is matched only by the brilliance of its cuisine and service. Transfers, Day Safari's to Pumba Private Game Reserve, wireless internet and full wedding and conference facilities are all also available, as well as many other services.
After breakfast, it's time to continue our journey along the Garden Route, regarded as one of South Africa's most popular tourism hotspots, and for good reason. The route will reveal spectacularly beautiful landscapes - rugged coastlines, pristine sandy beaches, forests, mountains, gorges, lakes and rivers interspersed by quaint towns and bustling beach cities. We'll stop to explore some of the highlights, including a 2km walk in the Tsitsikamma National Park on a thrilling 76-metre suspension bridge spanning the dramatic Storms River mouth. The road leads us to the quaint coastal town of Knysna, with its charming waterfront, colorful houses, and vibrant atmosphere. Knysna is a gem in a natural Garden of Eden, surrounded by indigenous forests, fynbos and lagoons. It's a popular spot for enjoying fresh seafood (the oysters are legendary) and exploring shops filled with handcrafted furniture and other local wares made from the area's famous yellowwood and stinkwood trees. We'll spend the rest of the day enjoying the town's many attractions.
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Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Gqeberha to Knysna via Tsitsikamma
Your Accommodation
aha Rex Hotel (The)
One of Knysna's most elegant and sophisticated accommodation offerings, The Rex Hotel promises its guests superior service and exceptional comfort. The impeccably appointed Rex Hotel offers travellers a gateway to world-class restaurants, blossoming forests and the shores of the serene lagoon. The Rex Hotel offers its guests free onsite parking, free bicycle hire and 24 hours security. The hotel is centrally located and within walking distance to all major banks, shopping malls as well as the Waterfront.
Today, we'll follow the coast through small towns as we make our way down to Cape Agulhas. Aptly named "Cape of Needles" for its treacherous rocks, this historic spot is at the southernmost tip of Africa. With its rocky coastline and sandy beaches, it invites us to stand and witness the symbolic convergence of two vast seas: the warm Indian and cold Atlantic Oceans. There's no hurry, and we'll savor a picnic lunch before heading to our resting place for the night in Arniston. Also known as Kassiesbaai (Afrikaans for "seashell bay"), this gorgeous seaside village is renowned for its pristine beaches, whitewashed fisherman's cottages, and laid-back atmosphere. An afternoon walk down to the vast sea cave, Waenhuiskrans, is highly recommended.
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Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Knysna to Arniston via Cape Algulhas
Your Accommodation
Arniston Spa Hotel
The Luxurious 4-Star Arniston Spa Hotel is internationally known as one of the world's best getaways and includes a relaxation spa. The peaceful and safe coastal village of Arniston is a leisurely 2-hour drive from Cape Town, through the colorful rolling hills of the Overberg. Surrounded by a turquoise-blue sea and endless white, sandy beaches, Arniston is sandwiched between two nature reserves. The luxurious 4-Star Arniston Spa Hotel welcomes you with friendly service. Our exquisite setting offers panoramic views of the ocean and the pristine coastline. The unspoiled, child-friendly beaches are safe and perfect for swimming and surfing. We are beside the 120-year-old picturesque fishing village of Kassiesbaai, a Grade One Heritage Site. We are blessed with an abundance of sea life and offer fresh oysters and delicious seafood from the local fishing boats. Our sophisticated menu blends traditional South African cuisine with modern innovations from renowned chefs. Your culinary treats are complemented by a wide choice of excellent local wines. Our breakfast buffet is an appetizing spread of healthy and traditional food. Arniston Spa Hotel is the winner of two Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards -- Best Country Hotel in South Africa and Best Beach Hotel in South Africa.
We enjoy a relaxed morning along the famed Whale Route, a scenic coastal drive to Hermanus, renowned as the "Whale Capital of the World" for its land-based whale watching during the May-to-November season. Take in the panoramic views of the turquoise ocean, framed by the Hottentots Holland Mountains. Our adventure continues along the picturesque coastline towards Betty's Bay, home to a colony of charismatic African penguins. Watch these fascinating and playful birds waddling along the beach, preening their feathers, and diving into the calm ocean waters. This afternoon, we travel one of the world's most beautiful coastal routes along the edge of False Bay before reaching our destination - the "Mother City" in the late afternoon. Cape Town is rated as one of the best cities in the world for its award-winning wine farms, world-class restaurants, high fashion, vibrant nightlife, rich culture, and incredible natural beauty. We highly recommend that you take a few extra days to explore, and we will gladly assist you with your arrangements. Our hotel for the night is conveniently located near the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront and the Atlantic Seaboard promenade.
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Breakfast
Arniston to Cape Town via Hermanus
Your Accommodation
Harbour Bridge Hotel & Suites
Location and convenience go hand in hand and the state-of-the-art aha Harbour Bridge Hotel & Suites is no exception. Ideally positioned near the V&A Waterfront, and within the Cape Town International Convention Centre precinct, this premier four-star hotel (17 luxury suites and 40 well-furnished rooms) provides the ultimate accommodation choice for both business and leisure travellers seeking a distinctive experience.
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and spend the morning at leisure. The transfer to the airport is at your own expense and your own arrangements.
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