Suggested Holiday Itinerary
Summary Of The Route and Costs
A perfect 13 night retreat for couples of all ages, your trip combines the lively V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, the Winelands, and a Big 5 safari in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve where you’ll stay in a lodge that overlooks a large waterhole which is a hive of animal activity. You will then explore the Lowveld on a guided tour, before heading to Mozambique, where you’ll enjoy white beaches and crystal clear water.
You start with 3 nights at the Commodore Hotel in Cape Town, which is situated just a stone's throw from the V&A Waterfront, one of South Africa's most visited destinations. Enjoy the cosmopolitan mix of experiences here, ranging from leisure to shopping to entertainment. There are over 80 restaurants, hundreds of shops and the Zeitz MOCAA, the continent's first major museum dedicted to art from Africa.
When your hire car is delivered on Day Three, venture further afield and explore the Cape Peninsula, breathing in the crisp, clean air, and enjoying the spectacular views from the high sea cliffs. Then drive yourselves to the Winelands for a 2 night stay in Franschhoek - home to some of the best wine estates and restaurants in South Africa.
A short drive to the airport and you are then on a direct flight across the country to Arathusa Safari Lodge in the famous Sabi Sand Game Reserve. Game drives, in an open safari vehicle, are conducted in the early morning and late afternoon every day in search of animals - both large and small. Experienced, knowledgeable and personable rangers are paired with local trackers, and together they ensure a first class safari experience. Trackers sit up at the front of the vehicle looking for fresh animal tracks, while rangers skillfully navigate into ravines and through thickets in pursuit of fantastic game sightings. Close encounters are guaranteed so you can expect one-of-a-kind photographic opportunities of the Big 5, and much more - including over 300 bird species.
After your safari, you have 2 nights in the small village of Hazyview - on your full day here you will go on a full day guided tour of the beautiful Panorama Route - famous for its breathtaking beauty and rich cultural heritage.
You will then fly to Mozambique for 3 nights. Bahia Mar is located where the azure waters of the Indian Ocean touch the palm fringed beaches of Vilankulo on mainland Mozambique. It is the ultimate destination for visitors wanting to experience colourful local culture as well as the fabulous beauty of the Bazaruto Archipelago.
Summary Of The Itinerary
Holiday Title: Southern Africa Discovery
Countries Visited: South Africa and Mozambique
Arrive into Cape Town Airport. Once you have collected your luggage, make your way into the Arrivals Hall where your driver will meet you. You will then be transferred to your hotel.
Overlooking the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, with views of Table Mountain, Robben Island, the Harbour and the Atlantic Ocean, The Commodore Hotel offers comfortable accommodation, quality service and a tranquil setting that keeps guests returning year after year.
Cape Town
Your hire car will be delivered at 09:00 this morning. With a hire car, you can explore slightly further afield - maybe taking a day trip down to the Cape Peninsula, stopping en-route there or back at Boulders Beach, which is home to one of only 2 mainland nesting colonies of African penguins in South Africa.
3 Day Car Rental: Group B Economy Hatchback - VW Polo Vivo or Similar (Classic Plus Cover GPS Package)
Depart after breakfast for the drive to Franschhoek. South Africa is today one of the major producers and exporters of wines worldwide and has been producing wine since the middle of the 17th century. The Cape Winelands region is set amongst rolling mountain slopes and valleys, with classic colonial style architecture which is some of the oldest surviving in South Africa. There are literally scores of wine estates and staying in the area will give you the chance to either search out the labels you are familiar with from home or to go on a voyage of discovery and find new favourites.
The Cape Winelands
Drive to the airport, return your hire car and check in for your domestic flight to Kruger. Passengers are advised to check in 90 minutes prior to the flight departure time.
Airlink 4Z657 (Economy Class): Fly from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) departing at 10:40 to Hoedspruit (HDS), arriving at 13:10
Make your way into the airport building, where you will be met and transferred to Arathusa Safari Lodge.
Arathusa Safari Lodge is unique and highly sought after by visitors because of its prime location within the Sabi Sand Reserve, adjacent to the unfenced Kruger National Park. Arathusa offers an exceptional safari experience - expect a high concentration of an assortment of game, including the Big Five, and frequent leopard sightings. The lodge is situated on a large waterhole, ensuring interesting game and bird viewing from the comfort of the camp.
Sabi Sand Game Reserve
After you return from your morning game drive, you will have time to enjoy breakfast at the lodge before you are collected and transferred to Hazyview.
After your safari, Rissington Inn is the perfect destination to just relax for a day. Enjoy sundowners in the bar, a delicious dinner in the restaurant, coffee and a nightcap, before retiring to your comfortable room with the night sounds of Africa to lull you into a peaceful sleep.
Hazyview
You will be collected this morning at 09:00 for your full day Panorama Sight-Seeing Tour. Some have called it the most beautiful place in the world - Mpumalanga's famous Panorama Route is well-known for its breathtaking beauty and rich cultural heritage. Spend and entire day exploring the majestic natural sights of this beautiful area. It is one of the most scenic routes in the region, offering magnificent views, dramatic landscapes and exquisite waterfalls. You'll have the opportunity to stop at scenic landmarks such as God's Window, Bourke's Luck Potholes, the Three Rondavels as well as Blyde River Canyon - the 3rd largest canyon of its kind in the world. You will return to your hotel around 16:30.
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Kruger Mpumalanga Airport.
Airlink 4Z840 (Economy Class): Fly from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) departing at 10:45 to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo (JNB), arriving at 11:40
Check in for your flight to Vilanculos.
Airlink 4Z262 (Economy Class): Fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) departing at 14:15 to Vilanculos Airport (VNX), arriving at 15:45
You will be met and transferred to Bahia Mar.
Vilanculos (or Vilankulo as it is also spelt) is a popular beach resort on the Mozambique coast. The powder-white beaches, coconut palms, crystal blue waters, and the superb all-year round climate makes this the perfect holiday destination for anyone looking for a mix of relaxation and adventure. Dhow sailboat trips and motorboat trips offer the opportunity to swim with sea turtles or dolphins, or enjoy a relaxing dhow day trip to explore the azure waters and stunning coral reefs of the nearby offshore islands that make up the Bazaruto Archipelago.
Vilanculos
After breakfast you will be transferred back to the airport where you will check in for your flight to Johannesburg.
Airlink 4Z261 (Economy Class): Fly from Vilanculos Airport (VNX) departing at 13:30 to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), arriving at 15:15
Example Cost
Holiday Title: Southern Africa Discovery
Holiday Destination: Holiday to South Africa and Mozambique for 13 nights
Passengers: 2 Adults
Example Cost for 2 Adults: * per person sharing.
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