South Africa for First Timers
Cape Town - Greater Kruger National Park - Sabi Sand Game Reserve | 10 Days / 9 Nights | 2 Persons
Overview
This itinerary begins in Cape Town taking you from the majestic sweep of Table Mountain, to the glorious white beaches of its rugged peninsula. Visit the World Heritage site of Robben Island and view the protected African penguin colony in their natural habitat at Boulders Beach. Spend a day visiting world class wine farms and wineries, tasting award winning wine and savouring the natural beauty of one of South Africa's most popular tourism destinations.
Following your stay in Cape Town, visit a Big 5 game reserve in Kapama Game Reserve. This game reserve situated in Hoedspruit, Limpopo Province covers approximately 13,000 hectares of prime big game territory.
A safari in the exclusive Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve takes you to the end of your itinerary. The 65,000-hectare game reserve is located on the south-western corner of the Kruger National Park. The Big 5 game reserve offers breathtaking scenery, rich biodiversity and outstanding wildlife encounters.
| Destination | Accommodation | Nights | Basis | Room Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Town | Cape Grace | 4 | B&B | Luxury |
| Greater Kruger | Camp Jabulani | 2 | FB+ | Suite |
| Sabi Sand | Singita Ebony Lodge | 3 | FB+ | Suite |
*FB = Full Board | B&B = Bed & Breakfast
Day 1
You will be met by a representative from Africa Travel on your arrival at the Cape Town International Airport. Once met, you will be privately transferred to the Cape Grace Hotel where you will be assisted with check-in.
Cape Grace Hotel
Nestled on a private quay in Cape Town’s bustling Victoria & Alfred Waterfront between a working harbour and the serenity of an international yacht marina, Cape Grace showcases the essence of the Cape with designs that reveal local creativity, whilst staying true to the warm atmosphere and personalised levels of service that have for years defined the hotel.
With a genuine passion to champion distinctive standards in service, Cape Grace is dedicated to surpassing expectations and making your stay, whether work or pleasure, the most memorable ever. The preferred choice for international travellers, Cape Grace opened its doors in 1996 and is centrally located, with quick and easy access to the airport, city centre and popular tourist destinations.
From the globally inspired offerings of the hotel’s restaurant Signal, to the whisky, wine and cocktail treats that await below deck at the popular Bascule Whisky, Wine and Cocktail Bar, to the African delights that surprise at The Spa at Cape Grace, the hotel is dedicated to surpassing expectations and making your stay the most memorable ever.
Overnight at the Cape Grace Hotel in a Luxury Room on a B&B basis
Day 2
08h00 You will be collected from the Cape Grace Hotel by your guide for a full day private Cape Town City Tour.
Full Day Private Cape Town City Tour including Table Mountain and Robben Island:
You will be collected from your hotel for your Full Day Cape Town City Tour.
Weather permitting; the tour will start at Nelson Mandela Gateway at the V&A Waterfront, where you will board a ferry to Robben Island. The tour of the island includes a visit to the historical maximum security prison, conducted by an ex-political prisoner including a bus tour.
Once you have returned to the V&A Waterfront via ferry, you will stop for lunch (not included in cost).
After lunch, if the weather permits, you will make your way to Table Mountain where you will ascend the slopes of the mountain via cable car. From a height of 1067 metres, you will be able to enjoy views of the city, Table Bay, Robben Island, the Atlantic Seaboard, as well as most of the spectacular Cape Peninsula.
Once you have descended Table Mountain, you will tour the city of Cape Town which includes a visit to a museum of your choice, the Castle of Good Hotel and the Malay / Muslim quarters. The tour will also pass the houses of parliament and a visit to the company gardens.
After the tour you will be returned to your hotel.
Cost includes:
- Local English speaking driver/guide with a luxury air-conditioned vehicle
- Robben Island Ferry and tour of the island
- Table Mountain cable car
- Entrance fees
Cost Excludes:
- Lunch
17h00 You will be returned to the Cape Grace Hotel.
Overnight at the Cape Grace Hotel in a Luxury Room on a B&B basis
Day 3
09h00 You will be collected from the Cape Grace Hotel by your guide for a full day private Cape Point Tour.
Full Day Private Cape Point Tour
The tour starts with a drive through the exclusive coastal suburbs of Sea Point, Clifton, and Camps Bay. The scenic tour continues to the fishing harbour or Hout Bay where you have the option to join a boat cruise to view the seals at Duiker Island if weather permits (not included in cost).
Up next is a drive along Chapman’s Peak, one of the most spectacular marine drives in the world, to Kommetjie and on to the Cape Point Nature Reserve at the tip of the Cape Peninsula within the Table Mountain National Park which is a declared Natural Heritage Site. At Cape Point you will be taken to the best vantage point via the Flying Dutchman funicular.
After a stop for lunch (not included in cost), the tour will continue to the naval seaside village of Simons Town, where you will visit the famous colony of Jackass Penguins at Boulders Beach, the naval village of Simons Town.
The last leg of the journey passes through Fish Hoek, Kalk Bay, Muizenberg and continues to the famous Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. From here you will return to the city via Rhodes Drive which bisects the plush suburbs of Bishopscourt, Claremont, and Newlands.
This is where the tour ends and you will be returned to your hotel.
Cost includes:
- Local English speaking driver/guide with a luxury air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance fees to Hout Bay Harbour
- Chapman’s Peak Cape Point Nature Reserve
- Flying Dutchmen funicular ride at Cape Point
- Boulders Beach
- Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
Cost Excludes:
- Seal Island cruise at Hout Bay
- Lunch
17h00 You will be returned to the Cape Grace Hotel.
Overnight at the Cape Grace Hotel in a Luxury Room on a B&B basis
Day 4
08h30 You will be collected from the Cape Grace Hotel by your guide for a full day private Cape Winelands Tour.
Full Day Private Cape Winelands Tour – Paarl, Franschhoek & Stellenbosch:
You will be collected from your hotel to be taken on a tour of the Cape Winelands. The tour starts on the outskirts of Paarl where you will visit the Afrikaans Taal Monument and stop at the entrance of the Victor Verster Prison from which Mandela was released from detention. Paarl offers historical charm, culture, architectural heritage, wine and fruit farms, and breath-taking scenery.
The tour will then continue on a scenic drive to the valley of Franschhoek, well known for its excellent restaurants and splendid mountain ranges. You will visit the Huguenot Monument in Franschhoek and you will have the option of enjoying a wine tasting at one of the wine estates.
Cross the Helshoogte Pass (“Hell’s Heights” Pass) and descend into historic Stellenbosch, the second-oldest and undoubtedly the most scenically attractive and historically preserved town in southern Africa. You will stop in Stellenbosch for lunch (not included in costs) after which a unique shopping experience awaits you at Oom Samie se Winkel (Uncle Sam’s Shop) and visit The Rupert Museum which houses works by internationally-renowned South African artists. You also have the option to enjoy another wine tasting at a wine estate and cellar tour in Stellenbosch.
You will be returned to your hotel in the late afternoon.
Cost includes:
- Local English speaking driver/guide with a luxury air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance fees
- 2 x Wine Tastings
- 1 x Cellar Tour
Cost excludes:
- Lunch
17h00 You will be returned to the Cape Grace Hotel.
Overnight at the Cape Grace Hotel in a Luxury Room on a B&B basis
Day 5
Today you will be collected from the Cape Grace Hotel for your private transfer to the Cape Town International Airport, in time for your flight to Johannesburg.
When you arrive at the O.R Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, you will connect to your scheduled flight to Hoedspruit. On arrival at the Eastgate Airport in Hoedspruit, you will be met by a representative from Africa Travel. You will then be transferred by road to Camp Jabulani.
Camp Jabulani
Camp Jabulani, proud members of the Relais and Chateaux Association, is a perfect translation of the African bush. An open-plan dining room and lounge merge with the wooden deck which lies in the shade of gigantic leadwood tree. An impressive hanging bridge connects these living areas with the suites which flank the river bed.
Each of the six luxury suites is remote and private. Massive wooden sliding doors present interiors which are a pure translation of style, comfort, and elegance. Pure cotton sheets, massive stone baths, an outdoor glass-enclosed shower, a fire-place with separate lounge area, and a private plunge pool complement each of the rooms. Facilities include a Therapy Lapa and a Bush Gym. Guests are able to enjoy elephant-back safaris (the camp offers the only night elephant-back safari in the world), game drives and visits to the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre. And the culinary experience is sublime!
Overnight at the Camp Jabulani in a suite on a fully inclusive basis
Day 6
Full day game activities including an Elephant Safari at Camp Jabulani.
Overnight at the Camp Jabulani in a suite on a fully inclusive basis
Day 7
After your morning game activities and breakfast, you will be transferred by road to Singita Ebony Lodge. On arrival at Singita Ebony Lodge, lunch will be served followed by a late afternoon game drive.
Singita Ebony Lodge
Ebony Lodge reflects the gracious charm and quiet opulence of its colonial heritage. Splashes of rich tribal colour lend a vibrant sense of cultural Africa to this romantic setting under ebony trees. Exuding the charm of a traditional homestead, Ebony's combination of warm, rich colours, textures and layers embrace, and nurture in a relaxed yet reliable manner.
Overnight at Singita Ebony Lodge in a suite on a fully inclusive basis
Day 8
Full day game activities at Singita Private Game Reserve.
Overnight at Singita Ebony Lodge in a suite on a fully inclusive basis
Day 9
Full day game activities at Singita Private Game Reserve.
Overnight at Singita Ebony Lodge in a suite on a fully inclusive basis
Day 10: Departure
After your morning game activities and breakfast, you will be transferred by road to the Singita airstrip for your scheduled charter flight to Johannesburg.
On arrival at the O.R Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, you will be met by a representative from Africa Travel.
You will be assisted with checking in for your international flight.