Name: 12 days Luxury fly-in South Africa- Safari, Cape & Wine
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12 days

Fly-in

Johannesburg - Cape Town

South Africa

Min Age : 16

Max People : 4

Tour Details

Discover the very best South Africa has to offer during this exclusive 12-day luxury fly-in journey. From world-class safaris in the Greater Kruger Park to the rolling vineyards of the Cape Winelands and the culture and cuisine of Cape Town — this itinerary blends comfort, experience and indulgence in perfect harmony. You will stay in intimate boutique lodges and luxury guesthouses, ideal for privacy, tranquillity and an unforgettable African escape.

[Detailed itinerary]

Highlights

Greater Kruger National Park, Cape Town, Franschhoek, Stellenbosch, Timbavati

Note

This is a tailor-made trip and everything can be adjusted according to your wishes and budget.

Highlights of This Luxury South Africa Journey

Exclusive fly-in safari in the Greater Kruger Park
Big Five game viewing in Karongwe & Timbavati Private Nature Reserve
Romantic stays amid the mountains and vineyards of Stellenbosch & Franschhoek
Relaxed finale in Cape Town with world-renowned cuisine, iconic scenery and culture
Luxury, small-scale accommodations with personalised service
A perfect mix of experiences: safari, wine tasting, hiking, gastronomy & nature

Practical Information

Accommodation: Luxury lodges, guesthouses and safari tents. Breakfast, dinners and activities included as outlined.
Transport: Fly-in transfers + rental car (2WD).
Upgrade: 4×4 vehicle (with or without rooftop tent) available on request.
Tailor-made: Extra nights, upgrades and alternative accommodations available.
Contact: Our South Africa specialists will happily customise this journey to your wishes.

Arrival & Departure

Johannesburg – Cape Town

Time of departure

TBC

Included

Accommodation in well-maintained small-scale lodges/guesthouses based on the stated meals (see ACCOMMODATION tab)
Transfer upon arrival
Reservation fees
Flight Johannesburg - Hoedspruit
Road transfers to and from the safari lodges
Flight Hoedspruit - Cape Town
Transfers to and from accommodations in Cape Town and the surrounding area
1 full day with guide to Cape Point, Boulders Beach
1 full day with a guide in the winelands
24/7 assistance
Travel app with offline access to the itinerary
PDF of the itinerary including directions
Guarantee Fund Coverage
Personal service and advice
Personal service and advice
Meet & Greet service upon arrival

Excluded

International flight (can be booked on request via African Travels)
Travel and cancellation insurance
Entrance to National Parks unless stated
Other meals
Conservation fees and entrance fees to attractions unless stated
Tips
Laundry service and personal items
Disaster Fund contribution for Dutch travelers of €2.50 per booking
Dekking calamiteitenfonds (NL)

Accommodation

11 nights in small-scale guesthouses and lodges including meals as described in the itinerary

Pictures of accommodation

African Travels sends you to the most beautiful and unique accommodations in Africa. Not only are they run by excellent staff, they also give back to the local community and operate as environmentally friendly as possible. Located in the most beautiful and safest locations, they contribute to your ultimate Africa experience. From small guesthouses, safari tented camps to luxury boutique hotels. We ensure that they suit you perfectly!

Itinerary

Day 1Johannesburg

Welcome to South Africa!

Welcome to South Africa! Upon arrival in Johannesburg, you will be picked up by the driver from the small-scale guest house near the airport.
Enjoy your first night on South African soil!

Dag 2,3 Kuname Lodge - Karongwe Prviate game Reserve

After an early breakfast you will be dropped off at the airport in Johannesburg around 8:45 am, where you will take a domestic flight to the Kruger Park, to Hoedspruit to be precise. Once there you will be picked up and taken to the Karongwe Private Game reserve.

Kuname Lodge is a small, exclusive, luxury safari lodge set in approximately 9,000 hectares of unspoilt African bush, within the Karongwe Private Game Reserve.
Bordered by the towering Drakensberg escarpment to the west and set in game-rich, lush riverine vegetation, the lodge offers a variety of breathtaking views, diverse landscapes and one of the best big five game viewing opportunities in southern Africa.

Dag 4, 5,Kings Camp - Timbavati Private Nature Reserve

Timbavati Private Nature Reserve

After a final game drive and breakfast you will be picked up around 10:45 am and taken to the next lodge, this time in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve. The ride takes about 2.5 hours, so you will be in time for lunch. Enjoy a different environment, also in a Big Five reserve. You will spend the next 2 nights in the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger Park. Enjoy the game drives and have a chance to meet the Big Five!

Located within the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, Kings Camp overlooks an open savannah plain with a waterhole, frequented by a wide variety of wildlife both day and night. Part of the larger Kruger National Park, which covers an area of 2.2 million hectares, this safari lodge in Timbavati is a wildlife haven with a diversity of animals including the Big 5 (lion, elephant, rhino, leopard and buffalo ). With 100 km² of bush to traverse, you’ll have plenty of space to explore the endless variety of African wildlife in an open Land Rover.

Day 8 and 9Franschhoek

After a final game drive and breakfast it is time to check out. You will be taken to the airport in Hoedspruit and take a domestic flight to Cape Town. Once there, you will be picked up and taken to the accommodation in beautiful Franschhoek, in the heart of the South African winelands. Franschhoek is a vibrant village from where you can take bikes or the wine tram to visit some of the many wineries.

On one of the days you will spend a full day with a guide tasting wine or other delicacies and enjoying these beautiful surroundings. Time is made for lunch. Lunch and wine tastings are at your own expense.

Activities:
Explore Franschhoek’s boutiques and galleries
Ride the iconic Franschhoek Wine Tram
Visit top wineries & enjoy gourmet lunches

Day 10 and 11Cape Town

Your journey leads you to Cape Town — one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Enjoy endless opportunities for nature, culture and culinary delights.
Recommended experiences:
Table Mountain (cable car or Platteklip Gorge hike)
Visit Robben Island
High Tea at Mount Nelson
Boulders Beach penguin colony
Chapman’s Peak Drive
Optional: Lion’s Head sunset hike

Day 12End of itinerary

Drive to the rental depot, return your vehicle and enjoy the transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Optional Extensions
More wine: Add extra days in Riebeek-Kasteel, Paarl or Tulbagh
More wildlife: Explore our 21-day South Africa route from Johannesburg
Hiking-focused: 14-day walking safari
Another country: 14-day self-drive Namibia

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FAQ

Is het mogelijk om de huurauto op te waarderen?

Jazeker. In overleg huren we de gewenste auto die bij het reisgezelschap past. Van SUV tot mini busje of automaat.

Welke valuta zal ik meenemen?

In de meeste restaurants, tankstations en hotels kun je met een normale pinpas betalen. Het is noodzakelijk om creditcard mee te nemen voor de kleine borg van de huurauto. De nationale munteenheid van Zuid-Afrika is de Rand (ZAR).

Kan ik extra nachten bijboeken?

Absoluut. We kunnen de reis uitbreiden met extra overnachtingen, een reis naar Krugerpark, Kwazulu Natal of de Victoria watervallen en verder!

Ik wil liever niet zelf rijden, kan dat?

Indien gewenst boeken we tranafer of een gids tijdens de vakantie. hier zijn vanzelfsprekend meerkosten aan verbonden.

12 days Luxury fly-in South Africa- Safari, Cape & Wine

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