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Johannesburg and Pretoria Escorted Tours - Platinum South Africa
| An extensive 17 day tour includes Mpumalanga, Sabie, Singita Private Game Reserve, Kruger National Park, Swaziland, Ballito, Shamwari Private Game Reserve, Greater Addo Elephant Park, Plettenberg Bay, Oudtshoorn, Cape Town. |
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Day 1
On arrival in Johannesburg, you will be met by your expert guide who will privately transfer you to your hotel, Saxon, in Johannesburg’s northern suburbs, via a short orientation tour of the city. Overnight at Saxon - bed and breakfast basis
Day 2
Depart Johannesburg and travel to the 'Province of the Rising Sun', Mpumalanga, via the historic town of Dullstroom. Travel over the famous Long Tom Pass on to the small town of Sabie. After a visit to the Lone Creek Waterfalls continue toward White River before arriving at your elegant hideaway described as an 'African Paradise'. Overnight at Cybele Forest Lodge and Spa - dinner, bed and breakfast
Day 3
Enjoy breakfast looking out over the magnificent gardens. Travel via Pilgrim's Rest and head for the breathtaking Panorama Route featuring the Blyde River Canyon, Bourke's Luck Potholes, God's Window, and Lisbon Falls. Arrive in time for your late aftenoon game drive at your private game reserve. Overnight at Singita Private Game Reserve - dinner, bed and breakfast basis including 2 game viewing activities
Day 4
An early morning bush walk or game drive is on offer. For ultimate indulgence, make use of a masseuse offering treatments from the more conventional European massages to Ayurvedic treatments and acupuncture, reflexology, manicures, facials and aromatherapy. For the health fanatic, gaze across the endless wonders of the African bush, whilst working out in the modern fitness centre. After high tea, set out for an evening game drive with a stop to admire the African sunset complemented by refreshments. Whilst viewing nocturnal animals, return to the lodge for traditional culinary delights under an African sky.
Overnight at Singita Private Game Reserve - full board basis including 2 game viewing activities
Day 5
An early morning bush walk or game drive. After a sumptuous brunch, we depart and explore the world famous Kruger National Park. Established in 1898, this National Park at over 2 million hectares is unrivalled in its diversity of flora and fauna. After exiting the park, arrive at your safari hotel. The luxury, thatched suite is spread out in lush, indigenous gardens, with private patio and pool, bringing the bush right to your doorstep. At dinnertime indulge in an assortment of eclectic African cuisine. Overnight at Malelane Sun Hotel (Presidential Suites) - dinner, bed and breakfast
Day 6
After a hearty South African breakfast, journey to the next exclusive private game lodge. Travelling through Nelspruit, we enter the Kingdom of Swaziland at Jeppe’s Reef border post. Driving through the eastern Lebombo Mountains we leave Swaziland at Golela border post and continue via the town of Hluhluwe to Phinda Private Game Reserve. Enjoy late afternoon sundowners and snacks are served as the boat winds its way along the reedlined river, enjoying an abundance of wildlife and birds. Return to the lodge for dinner served in an African Boma (weather permitting). Overnight at Phinda Private Game Reserve (Vlei or Rock Lodge) - dinner, bed and breakfast basis including 2 game viewing activities
Day 7
Set off on an early game drive in 'Big Five' country. Spend the heat of the day relaxing and enjoying the hospitality of this unique wilderness wonderscape. At sunset, depart on a safari where an entirely different world of nocturnal bird and animal species unfolds. Return to the lodge for a dinner feast. Overnight at Phinda Private Game Reserve (Vlei or Rock Lodge) - full board basis including 2 game viewing activities
Day 8
Start the day with a leisurely breakfast river safari. After departing the lodge, our journey continues through sugar cane plantations along the Indian Ocean to a resort located near the village of Ballito on Durban’s north coast. Overnight at Zimbali Lodge - bed and breakfast basis
Day 9
Enjoy a full day at leisure. This jewel in the crown of KwaZulu-Natal’s pristine coastline offers its guests the opportunity to relax or explore. Overnight at Zimbali Lodge - bed and breakfast basis
Day 10
After a leisurely breakfast you will be transferred to Durban International Airport for your flight to Port Elizabeth (not included). On arrival, you will be met and transferred to the malaria-free Shamwari Private Game Reserve, arriving in time for lunch and afternoon game drive. An afternoon game drive with a trained ranger will increase your enjoyment with his knowledge of both the flora and fauna. Overnight at Shamwari Game Reserve (Eagle’s Cragg Lodge) - full board basis including 2 game viewing activities
Day 11
Morning and afternoon game activities are on offer. Visit the property’s cultural village where Xhosa, Zulu and San cultures are showcased. Weather permitting, enjoy an intimate bush dinner with your ranger amid cheerful recollections of the day’s discoveries. Overnight at Shamwari Game Reserve (Eagle’s Cragg Lodge) - full board basis including 2 game viewing activities
Recommended Elephant Back Experience (not included):
A unique opportunity to ride an elephant and to be at one with nature with these awe-inspiring gentle giants. Transportation to and from the site is in the form of a light aircraft. The site itself is situated in the pristine valleys of the Zuurberg Mountains, bordering the recently proclaimed Greater Addo Elephant National Park. This area is regarded as Africa's most biologically diverse, supporting 4 of the 7 biomes or eco-regions in Southern Africa.
Day 12
After an early morning game activity and a sumptuous breakfast head for the Garden Route via Port Elizabeth. Enjoy the scenery as we cross the Storms River where photographic opportunities abound. After a stop at Storms River Bridge we view the sight of the worlds highest 'bungee' jump and enjoy a scenic drive through 'Nature’s Valley' en route to the 'millionaires' playground of Plettenberg Bay. Overnight at Tsala Treetop Lodge - dinner, bed and breakfast basis
Day 13
After breakfast on your secluded deck, drive to Plettenberg Bay for an ocean safari to view seals, dolphin and whales (in season). We then take a short drive out to Keurbooms Beach - pleasant for walking and an ideal optional lunch spot. Return to your lodge for a relaxing afternoon and dinner. Overnight at Tsala Treetop Lodge - dinner, bed and breakfast basis
Day 14
Today we travel via South Africa’s 'oyster capital', Knysna and George to Oudtshoorn. We travel over the Outeniqua Pass named by the Koi people meaning 'land of honey'. Experience the sudden contrast to semi-desert as we approach the town of Oudtshoorn. Visit the world famous Cango Caves for a fully guided tour where stalactites, stalagmites, curtains and pillars will leave you in awe. Overnight at Rosenhof Country House (Executive Suites) or similar - dinner, bed and breakfast basis
Day 15
After an early breakfast, visit an ostrich farm for a guided tour before our journey to Cape Town begins. Traverse the famous 'Route 62', passing through the towns of Robertson and on to Worcester. The day ends with the first glimpse of Table Mountain from the top of Du Toit’s Kloof Pass. Arrive in Cape Town and your luxury hotel on the famous Waterfront. Overnight at the Cape Grace - bed and breakfast basis
Day 16
Enjoy a full day at leisure or choose from a variety of optional excursions. Overnight at the Cape Grace – bed and breakfast basis
Day 17
After breakfast, enjoy the morning at leisure. Your guide is at your disposal to offer an orientation tour of the city on route to Cape Town Airport for your onward flight. |
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| Tour price from £7,225 per person sharing a double room. Price is valid until October 2007, subject to availability.
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