Curated by: Allison Odendaal
15 Days in South Africa
This adventure packs a whole lot of fun into one exciting tour. Begin and end in two of the country's premier safari destinations: Madikwe Game Reserve on the country's border with Botswana and Shamwari which forms part of South Africa's Eastern Cape private game reserves. In between your Big 5 encounters, explore the country's darling city, Cape Town, the winding roads of its enchanting Route 62, and the lush seaside town of Plettenberg Bay in the Garden Route.
Madikwe Game Reserve is a land of bushveld and grassland, sloping mountains and rocky outcrops. The park has not only provided a haven for wildlife including the Big 5, but has also been a fierce proponent of community upliftment...
Madikwe Game Reserve is a land of bushveld and grassland, sloping mountains and rocky outcrops. The park has not only provided a haven for wildlife including the Big 5, but has also been a fierce proponent of community upliftment initiatives.
Madikwe Safari Lodge provides its guests with an unparalleled safari experience with a perfect mix of luxurious accommodation, bountiful game-viewing opportunities and an atmosphere of calm and relaxation. Perfectly suited for the adventurous and the romantic alike, even a short stay at Madikwe will not easily be forgotten.
An unparalleled haven can be found in Morukuru Owners House – an exclusive-use home in Madikwe Game Reserve shaded by ancient Tamboti trees and on the banks of the Marico River. Seeing the Big 5 is made that much easier thanks to a staff complement of eight, including a personal guide and game-viewing vehicle.
Cape Town is a vibrant melting pot of colour, creativity and cuisine. With its flat, larger-than-life mountain harbouring white sandy beaches, bountiful vineyards and a bustling waterfront at its base, it's a destination...
Cape Town is a vibrant melting pot of colour, creativity and cuisine. With its flat, larger-than-life mountain harbouring white sandy beaches, bountiful vineyards and a bustling waterfront at its base, it's a destination made for unforgettable experiences.
On a private quay in the heart of the V&A Waterfront, the Cape Grace offers an unparalleled experience of Cape Town. A few steps out the front door will lead you to a spectacular view, a top restaurant or a memorable activity.
The independent or adventurous traveller’s choice of accommodation definitely has to be More Quarters. Positioned just off Kloof Street, it allows you to discover the real heart, day-to-day living and goings-on of the Mother City. Explore at your own pace, safe in the knowledge that you have a superb pad to retire to.
Route 62 meanders amid winding passes, imposing mountains, winelands, through tunnels, past fruit-bearing farmland and verdant forest. This picturesque journey begins in Cape Town and winds its way up to Port Elizabeth in...
Route 62 meanders amid winding passes, imposing mountains, winelands, through tunnels, past fruit-bearing farmland and verdant forest. This picturesque journey begins in Cape Town and winds its way up to Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape, providing a culturally-rich and scenically-satisfying alternative to the national road running between the two. The unassuming towns found on the way are notoriously misleading. More often than not, travellers lament not taking a little more time to truly enjoy all that the area has to offer. The Winelands extend from Wellington to the Klein Karoo, making it one of the longest wine routes in the world. The Route 62 Brandy...
Found on a working farm along Route 62, De Zeekoe buzzes with activity. A stone’s throw from ostrich ranches, the Cango Caves and with their very own meerkat conservation program on the property, exploring Oudtshoorn will be a Klein Karoo delight.
Rosenhof Country House offers plush and sophisticated respite from the harsh landscape of the Klein Karoo. Found in the small farming community of Oudtshoorn, indulge in this rose-littered oasis with its wellness centre, traditional South African cuisine and pervasive air of refinement.
Portuguese sailors named it Bahia Formosa, meaning Beautiful Bay. This was too exotic for subsequent settlers who renamed it Plettenberg Bay. But the latest name had far too many syllables for subsequent locals who, to today,...
Portuguese sailors named it Bahia Formosa, meaning Beautiful Bay. This was too exotic for subsequent settlers who renamed it Plettenberg Bay. But the latest name had far too many syllables for subsequent locals who, to today, call their seaside town 'Plett'. The posh town lies in the heart of the Garden Route against the backdrop of the Tsitsikamma and Langkloof Mountains while the town itself is spread across the shoreline of the Indian Ocean and Keurbooms River mouth. Plett (as it is affectionately known) has blossomed since its waters were first chartered by the Portuguese explorer, Bartolomeu Dias in the late-fifteenth century. Today, it is a popular coastal...
A relaxing and refined hideaway on the outskirts of Plettenberg Bay, Kurland Hotel is an ideal and tranquil setting from which to explore the surrounding Garden Route. With a variety of activities on-site, and the beautiful Blue Flag beaches and town of Plettenberg Bay around the corner, you are spoilt for choice on how to spend your time.
Transformed in 1985 into an exclusive five-star hotel with one of the most dramatic and beautiful views in the world, The Plettenberg Hotel has become somewhat of an establishment on the Garden Route. With facilities that showcase the best the area has to offer, The Plettenberg never fails to impress.
South Africa’s Eastern Cape is home to contrasting coastlines lapped by Indian Ocean waters, the mighty Drakensberg and verdant Amathole mountains as well as numerous game reserves and quirky towns. It has long drawn surfers...
South Africa’s Eastern Cape is home to contrasting coastlines lapped by Indian Ocean waters, the mighty Drakensberg and verdant Amathole mountains as well as numerous game reserves and quirky towns. It has long drawn surfers to its shorelines, nature lovers to its reserves and cultural aficionados to its towns and cities. The province sustains seven distinct biomes, from sweeping grasslands to dense thickets, allowing it to sustain a wide variety of wildlife. The sought-after Big 5 and a plethora of other wildlife can be found in numerous reserves and the famous Addo Elephant Park is a must-see on your trip. The Sunshine Coast is renowned for being the...
Guests who are yearning to connect with the African wilderness and its wildlife – but are reluctant to let go of life’s luxuries – should look no further than Kwandwe Melton Manor. Guests receive a personal ranger and private safari vehicle, a personal chef who prepares exquisite meals in the farm-style kitchen and a butler for morning service.
About 160km east of Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape, Kwandwe Uplands Homestead makes a perfect ending to a Garden Route adventure. Packed full of charisma and grace of bygone times, this sublime colonial-style farmhouse claims its place among the crème de la crème of safari destinations.
The eco-friendly Sarili Lodge in the malaria-free Shamwari Game Reserve is a perfect African getaway for families and small parties. The four Luxury Rooms and one Suite sleep a maximum of 10 guests at any time and special kids’ programmes, childminders and a child-friendly pool makes this a great for the kids.
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Through our volume and direct relationships, we will ensure that you never pay more than you should. We’re so confident that if you manage to somehow find the same holiday for less, we'll beat it.
We’ve slept in the beds, tasted the food, met the people and seen the wildlife. Then we went back and did it all again, just to be sure. We’ll keep on going back to ensure that what we recommend is perfect for you. We pride ourselves on being the authority on African travel.
We want only the best for the place we call home, and that’s why are devoted to conservation and community upliftment. Join us, and leave your legacy in Africa.
