Duration: 10 Nights
When: Year Round
Snapshot: This is an incredible trip for those looking to combine a very different malaria free safari in South Africa with a great city break and a bit of exploration.
Itinerary
Day 1
Arriving at Johannesburg airport you will connect with your onward flight to Tswalu where you will stay at Tswalu Motse. 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.
Day 2 to 4
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.
Day 5
Tocay you will fly from Tswalu to Cape Town where you will be met and transferred to the Belmond Mount Nelson for 3 nights on a bed and breakfast basis. Located in the leafy suburb of Gardens, at the foot of Table Mountain, the Belmond Mount Nelson is one of the most iconic luxury hotels in South Africa. A whimsical shade of pink, the hotel nestles within stunning landscaped gardens, a tropical oasis in the midst of a dynamic city.
Day 6 and 7
Explore this amazing city, from the Waterfront to Camps Bay to the lively Kloof Street in the heart of the city with its numerous bars and restaurants. This city and the surrounding area is simply stunning with so much to do and see, pack in as much or as little as you feel like with opportunities for sightseeing and people watching aplenty.
Day 8
Today you will be transferred from Cape Town the Winelands where you will stay at the amazing Mont Rochelle, part of Richard Branson’s collection of properties. Offering some of the finest views in Franschhoek, Mont Rochelle Hotel is situated high on the Klein Dassenberg Mountain just outside this gorgeous town. Overlooking the picturesque Franschhoek Valley and surrounded by estate vineyards and mountains, Mont Rochelle offers breathtaking views from every angle.
Day 9 to 10
Mont Rochelle has a quaint boutique wine cellar available for tastings and cellar tours. The area offers mountain biking, horse riding and hiking and Franschhoek town offers a fabulous selection of restaurants, boutique shops and art galleries.
Day 11
Unfortunately every holiday must come to an end and today you will head back to Cape Town airport to meet your onward arrangements.
Details
4 nights Tswalu Motse (Fully inclusive, except premium drinks)
3 nights Belmond Mount Nelson (bed and breakfast)
3 nights Mont Rochelle (bed and breakfast)
Pricing: £18,890 per family of 4 travelling in mid season
All pricing is given as a guideline, as all our itineraries are tailor made actual costs will depend on dates, passengers and exchange rates as well as any alterations to the itinerary.
Inclusions: Internal flights and transfers, full board accommodation, house wines, beers and spirits.
Exclusions: International flights
POSSIBLE EXTENSIONS
- Beach – For a truly chilled out end to your trip why not add a stay on the beach. Flying back through Johannesburg opens up a number of destinations including Mozambique, the Seychelles and Mauritius.
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