A remarkable adventure taking in the best of Cape Town, a luxury Kruger Safari and ending , island style, barefoot luxury. Easily some of the best experiences that Southern Africa has to offer. We start in glorious Cape Town, known as the Mother City at the iconic Cape Grace Hotel located at the world class and vibrant Victoria and Alfred Waterfront.
A mere hour’s drive from Cape Town lies Franschhoek the atmospheric wine and culinary capital of South Africa. Iconic Mont Rochelle wine farm is your luxury base to indulge.
Fly to Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve and enjoy guided safaris and explore the reserve in open 4×4 vehicles and on foot. An easy connection from bush to beach and arrive in style by helicopter at dreamy and exotic Azura at Benguerra Island.
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STARTS FROM Cape Town, South Africa
ENDS AT Johannesburg, South Africa
Days 1 – 4
Upon arrival at Cape Town International Airport, a local representative will collect you and transfer you to the beautiful Cape Grace Hotel located at the incredible V&A Waterfront. Your 4- night stay enables you to enjoy the many attractions and activities available in this magnificent city at the Southern end of the African continent. Robben Island, Cape Point Nature Reserve, Boulders or Camps Bay or Clifton beach, world class shopping, penguin and seal colonies, Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, restaurants, markets, museums, galleries, nightlife and more!
Days 5 – 6
After Breakfast, you will be collected and transferred to Mont Rochelle in Franschhoek where you will check in before heading out for the start of your exploration of one of the oldest towns in South Africa. Franschhoek, meaning ‘French Corner’ was founded by French Huguenots and boasts a rich heritage showcased at the fascinating Huguenot Memorial Museum and the Cape Dutch architecture still remarkably well preserved. World-class wine estates and an impressive range of excellent restaurants guaranteed to satisfy any foodie or simply browse the quaint, upmarket boutiques strewn along the town’s lovely tree-lined avenues.
We recommend the wine tram as a really fun way of tackling your first day’s wine exploring!
Days 7 – 10
Today you’ll bid farewell to the fair Cape as you make your way to the airport for your 2-hour flight up to Skukuza Airport, the gateway to the Kruger National Park concessions. You will be met and transferred by road to gorgeous Sabi Sabi Bush Lodge. Check in, freshen up and meet your ranger and tracker for afternoon tea before heading out on your first game drive. Return later for a lavish dinner. Kruger National Park is South Africa’s largest wildlife sanctuary and one of the biggest game reserves in the world. A spectacular diversity of wildlife moves through this immense wilderness, including breeding herds of elephant, leopard, spotted hyena, giraffe, large buffalo herds and white rhino. A safari destination like no other.
Days 11 – 14
Depart Sabi Sabi for your road transfer to Nelspruit and onward connecting flight to Vilanculos, Mozambique, where you will clear customs and immigration before being whisked by helicopter to the paradise that is Benguerra Island. Flying low over tropical oceans looking out for turtles and dolphins!
Azura offer a range of experiences for guests to enjoy, including world class snorkelling, fishing and scuba diving. Take a tour of the island, visit the community, and the school that the Rainbow Fund registered charity built for the islanders. Go Island hopping, enjoy a cocktail in your beachfront sala, drinks in the star bar, dinner in the wine cellar, or a relaxing massage at the unique African Spa. Your days are tailored around your wishes, to do as much or as little as you would like island style.
Day 15
After Breakfast you will be transferred back to Vilanculos Airport for your flight to Johannesburg and your connecting flight back home.
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