12 Nights in Kruger, Sabi Sand, Tswalu Kalahari Reserve and Cape Town
Duration: 13 days
Area: Kruger, Sabi Sand, Tswalu Kalahari Reserve and Cape Town
Style: luxurious safari
Comfort Level:
For discerning travelers, experience South Africa now at an all-time record LOW cost! This trip is a premium 5 star adventure with 12 Nights in Kruger, Sabi Sand, Tswalu Kalahari Reserve and Cape Town! Sightings of friendly meerkat, black rhino, leopard, and Kalahari lion on this adventure with stunning scenery. Africa is on fire! Book your trip today.
Highlights:
- Stay at luxurious Singita Lodges
- Game drives with professional guides and trackers, guided safari walks on request, mountain biking and archery
- Tracking desert-adapted Black Rhino, horseback safaris, bonding with the Meerkat colony, sleep outs under the stars, walks to ancient archaeological sites of Bushman rock carvings, tours of the staff village.
- Guided Cape Point and Peninsula tour
Day 1 - 2 | Kruger Park, South Africa |
Day 3 - 4 | Sabi Sand Reserve, South Africa |
Day 5 - 8 | Tswalu Kalahari Reserve, South Africa |
Day 9 - 12 | Cape Town, South Africa |
Day 13 | Depart |
Detailed Itinerary
Days 1 - 2:
VIP Meet & Greet: OR Tambo International Airport
Welcome to Johannesburg! You will be met at the door of your aircraft with your name on a paging board and assisted through immigration, baggage collection and customs. You will then be shown to your onward flight.
Shuttle Flight: Johannesburg to Singita Sweni Lodge
Located within a 13,000 hectare private concession in the south east region of the Kruger National Park is the exclusive Singita Sweni Lodge. Flanking the Sweni River, this tranquil sanctuary is elevated on stilts, giving you the sensation of being outdoors close to the river and trees, even when you are indoors.
The six secluded suites have been influenced by the structures of dens, warrens and lairs found in the area. They have been carefully created with tactile furnishings to bring in the textures and shades of the bush. Designed with open-plan living in mind, your suite flows from the bathroom area, through to the lounge and into the bedroom; yet should you wish, each area may be sealed off by curtains. Suites include floor-to-ceiling glass walls, luxurious bathrooms, indoor and outdoor showers that overlook the river, an expansive living area, minibar and a private leisure deck with a day bed that can be used to “camp out” under the stars. The main lodge boasts a timber deck lounge and dining area with breathtaking views onto the bush and Sweni River, a bar, additional lounge with a fireplace, a wine cellar and swimming pool.
Activities available include twice daily game drives with professional guides and trackers, guided safari walks on request, mountain biking and archery.
Includes: All meals, all drinks including premium wines, spirits, liqueurs, 2 game drives per day, walking safaris and return transfers from the Singita airstrips to the lodges (Satara airstrip for Singita Sweni).
Days 3 - 4:
Singita Kruger National Park to Singita Ebony, Sabi Sands: Shuttle Flight ** Complimentary
Accommodation: 2 night in Suite/s * INCLUDES FREE NIGHT
Standing steadfast amongst enormous trees on the banks of the Sand River in the western Sabi Sand Private Reserve, is Singita Ebony. The original Singita Lodge, Ebony has a commanding presence while welcoming visitors with the warmth of a family home.
The 10 opulent secluded thatched suites exude sumptuous coziness, with rooms styled in an eclectic mix of colours, fabrics and textures. With a blend of European heritage and African boldness the luxury suites are air-conditioned; consist of a grand glass fronted bathroom with indoor and outdoor shower and free-standing Victorian bathtub, an expansive living area with a double sided fireplace, minibar and fridge and a private wooden game viewing deck with a heated plunge pool. Two of the suites are double family suites. The main lodge has a comfortable colonial feel combined with African throws, antiques and collections of treasured artefacts, books and photographs. There is an elegant lounge and timber deck dining area overlooking the Sand River; a bar, traditional open boma, gymnasium, health spa, library (with internet access) and wine cellar.
Activities morning and afternoon game drives, guided safari walks (on request), mountain biking and archery.
Includes: All meals, all drinks including premium wines, spirits and liqueurs, 2 safaris a day, walking safaris and mountain biking safaris (accompanied by experienced guides and trackers), return transfers from the Singita airstrip to the lodges and laundry.
Days 5 - 8:
Shuttle Flight: All Singita Lodges to Johannesburg
Scheduled Charter Flight: Johannesburg to Tswalu ** Complimentary
One of just two lodges on the 100 000 hectare Tswalu Kalahari Reserve, The Motse (meaning 'village' in the local Tswana language) lies at the foot of the Korannaberg mountain range, facing westwards across the grasslands of the Kalahari. The lodge consists of just eight spacious and secluded suites - or 'legae' (Tswana for 'little house') - all effortlessly fusing contemporary furniture with traditional African art and artefacts. Built of local stone, rich red clay and traditional Kalahari thatch, each suite comprises a spacious bedroom with an open fire, a sumptuous en-suite bathroom with both indoor and outdoor shower, and a large dressing and study area. A private sun deck overlooks the lodge waterhole and the variety of Kalahari birds and animals it attracts. Two legae have been designed especially for families. Each offers two separate bedroom suites with their own en-suite bathrooms, separated by an expansive living room again leading on to a shady, private terrace. These legae are each over 170 square metres in size and create the perfect environment for any family group.
The main house is a wonderful space in which to meet, with its elevated decks and elegant lounges. An infinity pool offers views over the waterhole and across the Kalahari landscape and a secluded spa is designed to complete your total relaxation. The mezzanine library is equipped with satellite TV (the Motse also has full broadband Wi-Fi access throughout) and its museum cases display rare artefacts from the area.
Priding itself on maximum flexibility guests of Tswalu have a personal consultation on arrival. Activities are unique, fun and captivating. They include daily game drives in the morning, afternoon or evening, walking safaris, night walking safaris, tracking desert-adapted Black Rhino, horseback safaris (accompanied by an equestrian guide with expert tuition if required), bonding with the Meerkat colony, sleep outs under the stars on the Malori Sleep Out Deck, walks to ancient archaeological sites of Bushman rock carvings, tours of the staff village and the sensual Tswalu Kalahari Spa with indoor and outdoor treatments. The Kalahari has unique wildlife and dazzling panoramas creating endless spectacular photographic opportunities.
Includes: All meals, all beverages, selected premium South African wines, horseback, walking safaris, all child activities, free babysitting, Private Safari Vehicle, laundry and valet service.
Days 9 - 12:
Scheduled Charter Flight: Tswalu to Cape Town ** Complimentary
Luxury Road Transfer - Cape Town Airport to Cellars Hohenort
Positioned in 9.5 acres of world renowned gardens in the historical Constantia Valley in Cape Town, is the beautiful country escape of The Cellars-Hohenort Hotel. Overlooking a small vineyard, The Cellars boasts panoramic views of Table Mountain (eastern slopes), False Bay in the distance, and the gorgeous surrounding award winning manicured gardens.
Boasting Edwardian ambience at the beautifully restored Hohenort Manor House (over 100 years old), and contemporary elegance at the Cellars Main House, the 49 individually decorated rooms, suites and one villa extend over various buildings within the hotel grounds. All rooms and suites offer luxury, charm, superior comfort and decoration inspiration from the gardens with most including direct garden access or panoramic Cape Peninsula views. Guests are welcomed in the reception area and the Martini Bar and Lounge is chic and intimate for evening drinks or high tea. There are three award winning restaurants; The Conservatory, the “Cape Malay Experience” and The Greenhouse. There is a wellness Spa, hair salon and boutique shop; a tennis court, two swimming pools (one heated) and the acclaimed gardens.
Some favourite extra touches at the Cellars include bicycles, easel, water colour/pastel paints, local newspapers and a DVD library. The Cellars is a 20 minute drive to the centre of Cape Town.
Includes: Breakfast
Day 10:
Cape Point & Peninsula Tour (Lunch at Foodbarn): Private Full Day
Set off this morning on a guided Cape Point and Peninsula tour. Our first stop will be at the naval base at Simonstown where we’ll visit the African Penguin breeding colony at Boulders Beach. From here we drive to the Cape of Good Hope National Reserve, where you will board a funicular (cable car) for an excellent vantage point from which to observe the meeting of the Indian and Atlantic Oceans as well as spectacular views over False Bay (funicular is for own account). For lunch, we stop at the renowned Foodbarn in Noordhoek. Run by the talented Franck Dangereux of La Colombe fame, you’ll enjoy a 4 course set menu with wine pairing. We’ll then head via the spectacular Chapman’s Peak Drive to Hout Bay, driving back to Cape Town along the Atlantic Seaboard, passing the beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay.
Includes: 4 course set menu lunch with wine pairing at the renowned Foodbarn in Noordhoek.
Extras included: 1 x Signature Guide
Day 13:
Luxury Road Transfer - Cellars Hohenort to Cape Town Airport
Days 1 - 2: Singita Sweni Lodge, |
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Days 3 - 4: Singita Ebony, |
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Days 5 - 8: Tswalu Kalahari, |
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Days 9 - 12: Cellars-Hohenort Hotel, |