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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arrival in Cape Town – Victoria & Alfred Hotel

Arrival in Cape Town – Victoria & Alfred Hotel

On arrival at Cape Town International Airport, you will be met & transferred to the Victoria & Alfred Hotel at the V&A Waterfront. This stylish hotel combines old-world charm with modern luxury. The Loft Rooms, included on this tour, feature large windows with views of either Table Mountain or the harbour, elegant bathrooms & spacious interiors. The location allows you to walk straight out to world-class shops, restaurants & attractions in one of Cape Town’s most iconic areas.

Main Destination:
Cape Town (City)
Accommodation:
Victoria & Alfred Hotel
  • Luxury hotel located in Cape Town (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Private Cape Peninsula Tour

Private Cape Peninsula Tour

Today you’ll enjoy a full-day privately guided Peninsula tour. Travel the scenic Atlantic coastline past Camps Bay & Hout Bay, then continue along Chapman’s Peak Drive to the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Visit the famous penguin colony at Boulders Beach, explore the quaint village of Kalk Bay, & end the day with sweeping views from Cape Point. A private guide ensures flexibility, comfort & local insight throughout the day.

Main Destination:
Cape Peninsula
Accommodation:
Victoria & Alfred Hotel
  • Luxury hotel located in Cape Town (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Cape Town at Leisure – Optional Excursions

Cape Town at Leisure – Optional Excursions

Your day is free to explore Cape Town at your own pace. Options include a guided Winelands tour with tastings & fine dining, a cable car ride up Table Mountain, or a city tour visiting highlights such as the Company’s Garden & Bo-Kaap. You may also choose to relax at the hotel or explore the Waterfront’s shops & eateries. In the evening, consider dining at one of Cape Town’s acclaimed restaurants.

Main Destination:
Cape Town (City)
Accommodation:
Victoria & Alfred Hotel
  • Luxury hotel located in Cape Town (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Flight to the Sabi Sand – Idube Game Lodge

Flight to the Sabi Sand – Idube Game Lodge

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your scheduled flight to Kruger Mpumalanga & transfer by road into the renowned Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve.

Your base for the next 3 nights is Idube Game Lodge, located in the western sector of the reserve. Idube recently underwent a transformation into a modern luxury lodge, offering newly built, beautifully designed suites with private decks with private plunge pools, modern bathrooms, indoor & outdoor showers with serene bush views. Idube is a lush oasis in the bush with towering trees providing shade & attracting a plethora of birdlife and monkey's. The main areas are sprawling, with a comfy lounge, large pool with loungers and a bird hide at eye level to a small waterhole.

After settling in, head out on your first afternoon game drive with experienced guides & trackers. Traversing 10 000 hectares of pristine wildlife area, Idube Game Reserve is home to the Big Five and many other fascinating animals, large and small.

Main Destination:
Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve (Greater Kruger)
Best Time To Visit May to September (Dry season)
High Season October to March (It can get a bit busy)
Best Weather Apr-May and Sep-Oct (Mild and little rain)

Wildlife in Sabi Sands

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
LeopardCommon
CheetahCommon
ZebraCommon
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BuffaloCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
White RhinoOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Accommodation:
Idube Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Idube GR (Sabi Sands)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 5-6

Safari game drives in the Sabi Sand

Safari game drives in the Sabi Sand

Spend two full days exploring the Sabi Sand, renowned for its exceptional leopard sightings and reliable encounters with the Big Five. Morning and evening game drives with expert rangers and trackers reveal a wealth of wildlife, from wild dog and cheetah to giraffe, elephant and prides of lion. Between drives, relax at the lodge pool or watch animals wander past your deck. For the energetic, there is a gym on site and for those looking to unwind, a lovely spa treatment area.

Optional guided bush walks offer a closer look at tracks, plants and smaller creatures. Evenings are spent around the fire, enjoying fine meals and the sounds of the African night.

Main Destination:
Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve (Greater Kruger)
Accommodation:
Idube Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Idube GR (Sabi Sands)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 7

Morning Safari & Departure

Morning Safari & Departure

Enjoy one last morning game drive before breakfast, then transfer to Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport for your flight to Johannesburg. From here, connect with your onward journey or extend your safari. Popular options include the Panorama Route, the Timbavati Private Game Reserve or a visit to the majestic Victoria Falls.

Main Destination:
Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve (Greater Kruger)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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