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9 Day | South Africa Luxury Safari and Cape Getaway

Country South Africa
Theme Honeymoon Getaways | City Touring | Food & Wine | Beach | First Time Travelers
Time of Year January-December; High Season (Apr 10 -Apr 30, Nov); Savings Season (May-Oct)
Budget From $10,375
Duration 9 Days

Itinerary Description

The prime focus of this itinerary is to enjoy the fabulous 5 star accommodations of South Africa combining the stunning scenery of Cape Town with a safari of a lifetime. Your itinerary focuses on a real wildlife safari experience and you will have the opportunity to see the “Big 5”. You have a choice of a Private Game Reserves where you will take day and night game drives and escorted bush walks.

SPECIAL - Travel from Jan 10-Mar/Nov-Dec 14, 2025 and enjoy special “Stay 4-Pay 3” savings at Rattray’s. This is a value of $2125.00 per person.

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Day by Day Itinerary

Day 01

Arrive Cape Town

On arrival in Cape Town you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Overnight Cape Grace Hotel or One&Only or Ellerman House or The Silo.

Day 02

Cape Town

Full day private Cape Peninsula tour, overnight Cape Grace Hotel, One&Only, Ellerman House or The Silo.

Day 03

Winelands

Full day private Winelands tour. Overnight Leeu Estates or Delaire Graff Estate or La Residence.

Day 04

Winelands

Day at leisure, overnight Leeu Estates or Delaire Graff Estate or La Residence.

Day 05-08

Skukuza or Mpumalanga/Private Game Reserve

Fly To Mpumalanga and onward transfer to Private Game Reserve near Kruger Sabi Sands. Day and night game drives and optional walks. 4 nights MalaMala Rattray’s, Tanda Tula, Tengile River Lodge, Londolozi Tree Camp, Lion Sands Ivory Lodge, Waterside at Royal Malewane, Singita Boulders, Singita Ebony, Singita Lebombo or Singita Sweni.

Day 09

Game Reserve/Skukuza or Mpumalanga/Johannesburg/Depart

Take your scheduled charter flight to Mpumalanga or Hoedspruit and onward scheduled flight to Johannesburg.

Safari Pricing Details

2025 Land Arrangements:

Surcharges apply for other featured camps. * MalaMala Rattray’s Camp “Stay 4-Pay 3” special applies to travel Jan 10-Mar 31 / Nov-Dec 14, 2025. Rates reflect a savings of $2125.00 per person / *Singita Lebombo or Sweni Lodges “Stay for 4, Pay 3 ½” special applies Jan 6-Dec 14. Rates reflect a savings of $1400.00 to $1650.00 per person.

Program based on Cape Grace, Leeu Estates and MalaMala Rattray’s Camp (Per Person Double)

Jan 10-Mar

From $10,375 - $10,550

Apr-Aug

From $11,995 - $12,375

Sep-Oct

From $12,475 - $12,695

Nov

From $10,450

Rates quoted are based on the South African Rand (R). Please request specifics from your Safari Consultant.

2024 Land Arrangements - Please Request.

Parks

Accommodations

Cape Grace Hotel

Deluxe

The Cape Grace Hotel is a luxury hotel located in the heart of the V&A Waterfront harbor that has excellent, five-star service. The 112 elegantly appointed rooms and suites

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One&Only Cape Town

Deluxe

One&Only Cape Town is ideally located in the heart of the city’s harbor and Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. The luxury hotel features 131 room and suites, each

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Ellerman House

Deluxe

A historic landmark, Ellerman House is situated on 3-acres of gardens and overlooks the Atlantic Ocean. This Cape Town hotel has eleven luxurious suites, private facilities, a

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The Silo Hotel

Deluxe

Occupying a portion of the historic grain silo complex in the V&A Waterfront, the Silo Hotel is a standout on Cape Town’s skyline. Accommodations include 28 individually

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Leeu Estates

Deluxe

Leeu Estates is a luxurious boutique hotel located in the heart of the scenic Franschhoek Valley. The exclusive estate includes a winery and wellness spa set among vineyards and

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Delaire Graff Estate

Deluxe

The Delaire Graff Estate is a luxury boutique hotel located in the heart of the Cape Winelands. It is made up of 10 private individual “lodges”, each with vaulted ceiling,

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La Residence

Deluxe

La Residence is a 30-acre working farm located in the Franschhoek Valley. The property offers 16 luxurious suites decorated with antiques, Persian carpets and decadent bathrooms.

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MalaMala Rattray’s Camp

Premium

MalaMala Rattray’s Camp was completely renovated in 2023 and epitomizes classic African elegance. Each of the eight luxurious free-standing suites overlook the Sand River and

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Tanda Tula Safari Camp

Classic

Tanda Tula Safari Camp comprises 12 luxury tents in the shade of ancient trees, with en suite bathrooms, hot and cold running water, and a own patio overlooking the bush and

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Tengile River Lodge

Classic

Tengile River Lodge is a lodge located in the Sabi Sands and features nine suites built along the forest’s edge and overlook the river. Raised above ground level, the spacious

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Lion Sands Ivory Lodge

Premium

Lion Sands Ivory Lodge is an ultra-luxurious, award-winning safari lodge located on the exclusive Lion Sands Private Game Reserve. The lodge offers eight luxurious villas in the

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Londolozi Tree Camp

Premium

Londolozi Tree Camp has six luxury air-conditioned suites decorated with Ralph Lauren wall-paper and deep rich woods. Each suite has its own plunge pool and a private sala. The

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Waterside at Royal Malewane

Waterside at Royal Malewane is the newest member of The Royal Portfolio and is located on the Thornybush Private Game Reserve, bordering Kruger National Park. The vibrant lodge is

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Singita Boulders Lodge

Premium

Overlooking the expanse of the Sand River and the plains beyond, the 12 suites at Singita Boulders are furnished in simple luxury, using the natural materials – the ultimate

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Singita Ebony Lodge

Premium

At Singita Ebony Lodge, you will encounter the quiet opulence of African style. Twelve luxurious suites are built among the trees and overlook the Sand River ensuring they are

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Singita Lebombo Lodge

Premium

Singita Lebombo is located on a private concession area within the Kruger National Park. The lodge, situated on elevated outcrops overlooking the confluence of the Nwanetsi and

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Singita Sweni Lodge

Premium

Singita Sweni shares the quiet spaces and secrets of an African waterway, in the dappled shade low on the banks of the Sweni River. With a style that is distinctly African, Singita

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The Africa Adventure Company was one of the first boutique travel agencies to offer customizable Africa travel itineraries. Together we can create a trip that includes the experiences and destinations most important to you, your family, or your group.

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